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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1902
Page
9
London reports circulated that the king might be dead after cancer rumors revived. Coronation and naval review postponed. foreign office to notify ambassadors. American embassy guests keep a low profile as diplomats express condolences and await events.
King fights for life as prayers rise across churches for recovery. Lords and Commons members signed visitors book at Buckingham Palace while princes bade the Prince of Wales farewell. Archbishops Tem ple and MacLagan urge intercession services next Thursday and public prayers for the king’s serious illness. Large St Paul’s congregation heard the Stepney bishop report on the royal plight.
A period advertisement touts Yoa Phora as a universal remedy for women’s ailments including menses pain and leucorrhea. Claims rapid cures during pregnancy and delivery, with testimonials from Emma Tipping and Gertrude Osborne. Available from many Atlanta and Ohio druggists at one dollar per bottle with free trial offers.
London June 2. In a crowded house of commons A J Balfour said a successful operation on the king has been performed and the monarch progresses as well as possible. He declined adjournment to avoid public panic and noted the need for calm during the royal convalescence. Lord Salisbury echoed cautious optimism while stressing ongoing uncertainty. The cabinet plans to conduct business with the king's sign manual limited to preserve rest.
The sermon notes the king’s health and the coronation postponement from June to an undetermined date. Queen Alexandra bears the strain bravely as business and social life brace for altered celebrations across Britain. Portsmouth faces financial losses from the delay, while bonfires and public festivities are put on hold.
Atlanta physicians discuss King Edward VII illness with perityphlitis or appendicitis, noting the old term mirrors modern disease. They explain the surgery, prognosis, and risks, with opinions from W. S. Hilkin and Floyd McRae among others, and comment on age and recovery timelines.
Reports from London describe influence circles weighing whether Queen Alexandra should be crowned alone to shield public disappointment as King Edward's illness dominates headlines. Debate ends with rejection to avoid misrepresenting royal hierarchy. The Gazette notes the coronation indefinitely postponed amid global sympathy and insurance losses mount as pageant preparations are torn down.
Washington June 24 Special The Republican leaders in the senate are troubled by the strength of the movement to force a vote this session on the bill admitting Arizona New Mexico and Oklahoma to statehood.
An Atlanta Constitution notice warns that loss of weight signals consumption danger and presents Dr Slocum's four preparation treatment with tissue food as a cure. It claims germicide ingredients and purification of the body, promising thousands cured and inviting readers to request a free course.
A recount of Prince Edward or the future Edward VII visiting New York in 1860. Delmonico's hosted a grand banquet October 12, 1860, with diplomats and state leaders in attendance. The royal menu was printed in gold on white silk ribbon.
Senator Bailey backs a Quay strategy to force a fixed vote date on the territories bill, with Republican leaders in both chambers blocked by cross party opposition. Paris hails King Edward’s illness with sympathy from France, noting strong ties and hopes for recovery.
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