10 Sep 1901
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1901
Page
1
In Buffalo on September 9 Dr. Rixey reports McKinley eager to sit up after a period of rest. The President shows energy and clearer eyes though doctors withhold full prognosis. They note fever diminished and the crisis deemed passed for the nation’s leader.
In Buffalo on Sept 9, doctors report progress in President McKinley's condition with fewer concerns over vital signs. He rests well, expresses thirst, turns over unaided, and reads telegrams from European rulers. Vice President Roosevelt and Secretary Cortelyou bolster public assurance as the assassin Czolgosz remains in custody.
Washington reports a plan to prosecute the assassin of President McKinley under federal and state statutes to impose up to fifty years of hard labor. Solicitor General Richards studies crimes against rights while considering charges of resisting detectives and assault.
Ohio Governor Nash departs Columbus for Cleveland to attend the A R Encampment and speak at an Ex-prisoners of War campfire. He calls for well considered laws to suppress anarchy and warns against hasty legislation in the wake of tragedy.
London reports Pope Leo XIII plans joint Christian action against anarchism. The Rome correspondent says he is drafting a major encyclical on the subject to be published next month following the attack on President McKinley.
The Russian Czar Fredensborg sends a message to President McKinley from Milburn House Buffalo dated September 9 expressing happiness at his recovery after the assassination attempt and joining in the American wish for his speedy restoration.
Chief of Police Ratz suspended Patrolmen William Hinde and Henry Herbert after they allegedly drank to the health of Czolgosz at a saloon following news of President McKinley’s attempted assassination. Police Commissioners will investigate.
Governor Durbin announces Indiana Day at Buffalo will be abandoned or indefinitely postponed due to the attempted assassination of the President and the unsettled mood. He sent letters to staff members and participants explaining the decision as respectful to the President.
Comptroller of the Currency Charles G. Dawes sent an encouraging telegram from Buffalo stating the President's condition is steadily improving and his recovery seems almost certain. The message reflects high confidence from a close personal friend.
New York reports a bullish session led by W K Vanderbilt and associates. Banks supplied abundant money and fixed rates, with Lazard Freres offering credits at 5 to 3 percent. Markets closed strong as outlook remained bright despite Buffalo reports and President’s illness notes.
Buffalo dispatch reports President McKinley is rapidly improving after his gunshot wound. Doctors note no unfavorable symptoms and say recovery is proceeding, with the president planning to return to Washington and resume duties once fully healed. Secretary Cortélyou confirms no urgent public business requires his attention in the meantime. The piece emphasizes public relief and a message against anarchist violence.
Second Assistant Postmaster General Shallenbarger canceled the mail contract of Chas. F. Cortright for expressing satisfaction over the shooting of President McKinley. Cortright carried between Homer in Cortland County and Spafford in Onondaga County, New York, after affidavits from four Homer residents supported the report.
Fragmentary text reports King George of Greece expressing relief after a dramatic attempt on his life. The message celebrates survival and frames the event as shocking to the Secover era, with religious overtones and praise for divine protection.
John Thompson of Huntington West Virginia aged 2, son of wealthy parents, shot himself today. He had spoken only of the McKinley assassination since the event and authorities believe his mind was unbalanced.
State officers of the Knights of the Golden Eagle in Youngstown Ohio report steps to expel Leon Czolgosz who joined the order in Cleveland under the alias Frederick Nieman.
Leavenworth Kansas September 9 Geo Braunraider an inmate of the Soldiers Home was dishonorably discharged for attempting to shoot President McKinley.
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