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Newspaper
Bowen Chronicle
Location
Bowen, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1901
Page
2
Emperor William leaves centennial events to tend to his grandmother as the Prince of Wales nearly collapses. In Cowes the queen remains unconscious with hope fading while royal family members stay by the bedside awaiting the end.
The prince of Wales remains gravely ill as Osborn House awaits updates. London papers regard her health as perilous with banners of sympathy from colonies and foreign rulers. Emperor William’s sympathy and global tributes highlight the queen's lasting influence and public affection.
London reports say the queen has endured great strain on her nervous system over the past year and should remain at home with no business. The Times notes her record as the longest reigning and oldest British sovereign, while The Graphic and The Daily Telegraph caution against overreaction to the health news.
The Spectator argues the Nicaragua Canal must serve all ships and that Britain benefits from wider shipping routes. It maintains U S control would be needed to police and fortify the waterway, warning neutrality would fail in war without real power and that a predominant naval power could block both ends.
London reports a protracted cabinet conference on the amended Hay Pauncefote treaty. Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs Marquis of Lansdowne has taken no action yet and may issue a dispatch or interview with U S ambassador Joseph H Choate on Monday or later. The decision remains guarded.
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