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Newspaper
Algona Advance
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1901
Page
3
A president died after hours on the brink of death from a gunshot wound. Doctors fought valiantly in a dramatic rally that was followed by a sudden deterioration. The incident prompted a national outpouring as authorities pursued the shooter.
The 25th U S president, William McKinley, died at 2:15 am at the Milburn House in Buffalo after a day of fading consciousness and treated with oxygen. His last words were a prayerful farewell, and cabinet members gathered as the city entered deep mourning. The announcement prompted nationwide notices to ambassadors and officials to observe mourning and prepare for a funeral.
Washington residents kept vigil overnight after Secretary Cortelyou telegrammed that the president died at 2:15 this morning. The somber news spread through the capital as national grief began to unfold.
Chicago dispatch reports Colonel W J Bryan, shaken by the president s condition, cannot believe assassination ends his life. He arrived from Lincoln to address a Democratic meeting but instead urged postponement of events, praising McKinley and urging national unity amid sorrow. He read a message commending the cancellation of partisan demonstrations as the nation endures the tragedy. Governor Nash issues proclamation at Columbus, Sept. 14.
Archibishop Ireland and Archishop Corrigan issued statements upon McKinley's death praising his character and leadership. Reports from Canton and New York describe widespread sorrow, with Roosevelt's whereabouts uncertain and officials hopeful for recovery before the assassination news altered the mood.
Mr Frank Wisher a prominent Dunkard from Mexico Indiana writes of a Western Canada tour. He praises Alberta Assiniboia and Saskatchewan for rich soil long sunny days and strong grazing land. He notes low entry costs five year farming profits and government land sales while describing improvements and winter safety for stock and farming prospects.
In a Boston Traveler piece a doctor questions Mrs Fog about her husband’s sleep. She quips imaginary insomnia, the physician repeats it, noting the husband appears to sleep more than his wife believes. The scene mixes humor with a medical setting and a light domestic exchange.
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