Roosevelt Death Casts Nation Into Mourning World-Wide Tribute
The nation mourns Colonel Theodore Roosevelt former U S president with tributes from Washington to Oyster Bay where his funeral plans are set for Wednesday. He died in his sleep at Sagamore Hill after a sudden illness linked to rheumatism and blood clots. His passing brings expressions of grief from leaders, dignitaries and citizens as Mrs Roosevelt faces the loss of her husband and their son Quentin.
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Notable figures send telegrams and messages
Personal messages flowed in from William C. Redfield secretary of commerce and former U S senator Chauncey M Depew along with Major General George W Goethals former Texas governor Colquitt and Elbert H Gary Telegrams also came from the Republican State committee Boards of Trade of Greater New York and posts of Civil and Spanish war veterans.
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General Wood Reflects on Roosevelts Death National Loss
Major General Leonard Wood says Roosevelt’s death is a national loss at a time America needs his honesty, courage, and leadership. Common Pleas Judge Henry G Wason credits Roosevelt with kindling patriotic resolve that helped enter the war and shape postwar reconstruction.
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Roosevelt death shocks Progressive leader in Pennsylvania
Pittsburg Jan 6 Senator William Flynn a Pennsylvania leader of the Progressive movement said Colonel Roosevelt's death is a great loss to this country and to the world especially during this period of recon-
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Army Planes Drop Floral Wreaths at Roosevelt Home
Ten airplanes from Hazelhurst Field circled Sagamore Hill in formation and dropped floral wreaths around Colonel Roosevelt's home. An airplane watch will be maintained over Sagamore Hill day and night until the funeral Wednesday. Major-General Kenley will fly from Washington to Oyster Bay to attend the funeral.
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Influenza Ad Urges Father John's Medicine Use
Public health warning stresses grip epidemic danger and urges households to keep Father John’s Medicine on hand. Claims thousands of cases, asserts the remedy strengthens resistance, soothes breathing passages, and is alcohol free for all family members. Mothers urged to protect children amid rising infections.
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