Coronation plans paused as King Edward falls ill
News from London reports King Edward VII undergoing surgery for perityphlitis after a recrudescence. Queen Alexandra and the royal family show resolve while Archbishop Temple and York announce intercession services. Many diplomats and officials visit Buckingham Palace as coronation plans shift to a later date.
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Roosevelt Cables Sympathy On London King Illness
The President sent a cable to King Edward VII offering sincere sympathy and wishes for a speedy convalescence. Ambassadors and officials reported the coronation postponed indefinitely due to the King's health with operations for appendicitis referenced and Westminster Abbey quiet with no further festivities planned.
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Illness of King Edward Stirs Paris and English Colony
News from Paris reports a sensation over King Edward's illness with Admiral Gervais dispatching details to the Foreign Office. French papers publish London despatches. Le Temps notes appendicitis related cures. coincidence cited with Carnot’s assassination eight years ago. President Loubet visits Carnot's tomb at the Pantheon.
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Prince of Wales Edward VII Historic English Royal Leader
Biography of Albert Edward later Edward VII covering birth on November 9 1841 christening 1842 education in Oxford and Trinity College public debut 1859 travel 1860 with Lord Renfrew Indian tour 1876 and India 1876 typhoid 1871 near death marriages alliances travels Egypt Turkey and Jerusalem extensive titles languages and accolades described as The First Gentleman of Europe famed for public duties bohemian tastes and popularity as Wales heir and ruler
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London Drinking as Crown Delays Coronation Prophesy
Special Cable from London reports physicians say Edward VII may not be crowned due to illness and possible appendectomy. The piece notes royal family feelings, public mood, and how colonial premiers suffer a setback as preparations for a grand coronation fade.
Noble Traits in King's Character
Special Despatch to Commercial Tribune reports on Edward VII showing humor justice and humanity. A tale from James Miller of Oakland recounts a boy Prince chiding and thrashing a rider during a roadside dispute, illustrating his early sense of fairness.
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McBain gentleman credits Postum with health turnarounds
A Michigan man reports severe headaches nervous heart and digestive ills tied to coffee. After switching to Postum Food Coffee four years ago he claims no migraines nor stomach trouble for three years and better business and health at age 5, offering to attach an affidavit.
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London Papers Condemn Anxiety Over King's Illness
London editors express deep unease over the King's fragile condition while urging the nation to abandon festivities and resume sober duty. The Daily Telegraph notes public resolve and Roosevelt’s condolence. the Standard cites the King’s pledge to proceed with the operation if needed.
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Miners Confer Over Desertions in Anthracite Strikes
In Wilkes Barre Pa June 4 union leaders held talks as some Nanticoke miners returned to work amid a 147 500 strong strike. District officials Fuller Nicholls and President Mitchell discussed night shift actions that could bind day shift. Susquehanna Coal officials remain silent though pumping stations reportedly run at full strength. No other valley developments reported.
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Boy shoots man in feud four times in West Virginia
Montgomery West Virginia June 4 a two year old White Barker shoots Bud Clendennin four times in the evening grave injuries render Clendennin unable to live an old grudge is said to be the cause of the shooting
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Nature of King Edward's Illness
Dr. G. M. Allen of Cincinnati explains from despatches that King Edward's illness is likely an appendiceal abscess. He describes perityphlitis and typhlitis, the role of the vermiform appendix, and how appendicitis is increasingly recognized and treated through advances in abdominal surgery.
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Cincinnati
Edward
Estimate Offer Promises Relief with Tribune Subscription
A cheeky prompt urges readers to subscribe to the Commercial Tribune by sending in an estimate of 34000 dollars as a solution to persistent worry. The ad style hints at a humorous pitch encouraging immediate action.
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Commercial Tribune
Yale Alumni Chooses Mr Sargeant For Board
In New Haven on June 24 Yale alumni held meetings at Alumni Hall and voted for a university corporation member to replace Thomas G Bennett. Only candidate Henry M Sargeant remained after others withdrew. Earlier Dr Roswell Park addressed Yale Medical School graduates in the anniversary exercises.
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Chief Justice Williams Not Likely to Recover
Chief Justice Marshall J. Williams remains seriously ill at his Washington home after six weeks with diabetes. Colleagues fear there is little hope for recovery.
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Miss Otis and Ralph Isham Wed in Rochester Ceremony
Miss Mary Louise Otis, eldest daughter of General and Mrs Elwell Stephen Otis, married Ralph Isham of Chicago at Trinity Church Rochester. The ceremony was followed by a reception at the Otis home on Lyell Avenue just outside the city.
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Queen Receives State Visitors Amid King Health Fears
The Queen remains devoted to her husband as doctors urged caution over his recovery. Foreign princesses, including the Crown Princess of Roumania, visit to inquire about the King while the court notes a shift in ceremonial roles as ladies in waiting are replaced by maids of honor. Misses Vivian Knollys and Edwards gain prominence in the royal entourage.
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Prince of Wales bio note from 19th century records
Second son of the King born June 3 1865, christened George Frederick Albert Duke of York. Navy officer from 1877, served on Bacchante and Thrush, promoted to Commander in 1891. Became Heir Apparent after 1892 death of his brother, married Princess Mary of Teck the same year. Described height five feet six inches, weak constitution, harsh voice, unpopular. Grand Master Mason of England with many titles. toured the world after 1901 accession of his father.
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Arson Used To Secure Employment Case in Ohio
Assistant State Fire Marshal Hollenbeck arrested Ed Ogden near South Charleston Clark County on a charge of burning two tenement houses in 1901. Authorities allege the fires aimed to secure local work for Ogden and his father with tenants then finding farming jobs.
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Milner Takes Oath as Governor at Bloomfontein
Lord Milner arrived in Bloomfontein and took the oath as Governor of the Orange River Colony with Gen. Dewet and other Boers present. The ceremony marked his British High Commissioner role in South Africa.
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Orange River Colony
Choate Receives Honorary Civil Law Degree in London
In London on June 24 Oxford University awarded Joseph H Choate United States Ambassador to Great Britain the honorary Doctor of Civil Law degree.
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Oxford University
Joseph H. Choate
United States
Great Britain
Fire Destroys Gracey Business District
Fire of unknown origin wiped out the business portion of Gracey ten miles west of Hopkinsville. Two general merchandise stores a drug store two saloons an implement house hardware store offices and a vacant building burned. Loss about 20000 with 15000 insured.
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Gracey
National Republican League Hopes to Endorse Roosevelt in Washington
The Executive Committee of the National Republican League plans a Washington visit to seek President Roosevelt’s presence at the next National convention. A substitute committee will depart tomorrow to present resolutions praising his administration and express gratitude for his support of the league.
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National Republican League
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Roosevelt
League
United States
Hood's Sarsaparilla promises life through enriched blood
An advertisement-style claim states Hood's Sarsaparilla nourishes impoverished blood and fills veins with life giving properties, presenting the product as a cure or tonic for health improvement.
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King's Physician Reports Stable After Major Surgery
London June 24 The physician says danger is over until Friday and expects several months of convalescence. The operation is hailed as highly successful in surgical history and the king expressed regret at the public cost and trouble of the procedure before anesthesia. Sir Frederick notes post operative mental disturbance is common.
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