President McKinley Dies After Long Illness
President McKinley died at 2 11 p m after hours of conscious struggle and heart failure. Cabinet and family said farewell as Mrs McKinley faced the tragedy with bravery while an autopsy is considered to determine the exact cause. Vice President Roosevelt may take oath at any time and a state funeral is planned in Washington.
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President McKinley Dies After Long Illness
News from Buffalo confirms President William McKinley died at 2:15 this morning after a period of critical condition. Officials in Washington announce steps to mourn, suspend work, and dispatch proclamations while Roosevelt faces immediate duties and potential burial plans.
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Precautionary Measures Around Czolgosz Jail in Buffalo
Large crowds gathered near the Buffalo jail and police headquarters where Czolgosz is confined. Ropes blocked streets, only newsmen could approach, and police kept watch in a quiet, orderly scene as observers scanned bulletin boards for news from the Milburn house.
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Law aims death penalty for assault on president
Washington Sept 14. Commissioners Bote Kin and Bynum drafting a federal bill to make assault upon the president a felony punishable by death when intended to obstruct government. The draft seeks federal court jurisdiction for such cases following the president’s attempted assassination.
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The Successión and Roosevelt Oath Uncertain
Buffalo Sept 14 Vice President Roosevelt notified of the critical state of affairs in the approaching death of the president. The timing of Roosevelt taking the oath of office remains conjectural and no fixed protocol requires Supreme Court involvement. Cabinet resignations would follow to allow the new president to set policy and appoint a new cabinet.
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Illinois Day Postponed by Governor Yates Proclamation
Illinois Day in Buffalo is postponed due to the president's condition. Governor Richard Yates states that all plans and exercises are deferred indefinitely, with hope to reschedule if the president recovers, to show Illinois interest in the Pan-American exposition. J W Templeton is named in the proclamation.
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Kitchener Visits Milner in Johannesburg Hiatus
Sept 14 Lord Kitchener visits Lord Milner in Johannesburg as Milner resumes the high commissionership held by Milner during his holidays.
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