Joint Convention votes and anti crime resolutions in Albany
The Albany joint convention opened with a resolution condemning the attempted assassination of the president and expressing sympathy for President Garfield and his family. Delegates debated short and long term vacancies, with no choice on either. a conference was set to nominate a U.S. senator. A bribery probe report discussed evidence and indictments, while a Louisville & Nashville purchasing move reshaped rail routes to Cincinnati and beyond.
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Massacre reports and a triple murder shock Florida
Dispatches from Sata Fe report thirteen dead surveying party members near Paso del Norte, possibly attacked by Indians or locals with clashes tied to Victoria war chiefs. Separate notices describe a southbound El Paso & Chihuahua stage attack with four dead. In Jacksonville, Fla a sheriff’s son kills his three children then shoots at a neighbor to steal valuables. the murderer is captured and executed.
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Proclaimed Congress Special Session Contingency?
New York July 7 The Peats Washington special reports a proposed proclamation signed by the president to convene Congress in special session if illness turns fatal. Cabinet and Vice President Arthur reportedly approve to cover contingencies. Session would elect a senate pro tem and a speaker of representatives.
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San Francisco Taxpayers Denounce Assassin Myth
Taxpayers and Greenbackers in San Francisco denounce the assassin myth of President Garfield. Resolutions blame political disturbances, endorse the president, and extend sympathy to him and his family. Greenback central club also denounces the assassination.
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Workman killed after quarrel over Garfield recovery
In Edenville, Marshall County, a road grader was fatally assaulted by a fellow worker who objected to the laborer saying he hoped President Garfield would not recover. A similar attack occurred at State Center but without fatalities.
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Rangely accident as roof frame collapses injury
An accident at Rangely on a Wednesday during a meeting house roof construction caused big timbers rafters and fifteen men to fall to the ground. The incident occurred while the frame roof was being raised.
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Heat Engulfs Long Branch as Dispatch Boosts Grant
Great Hon. Long Branch July 6 Terrible heat with the thermometer at 101 in South Cambria and 102 in Long Branch at 9am. General Grant has just received a most encouraging dispatch regarding the president's condition.
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Birs Newark Fire Damages Trees and Induced Losses
A July 7 report from Newark notes trees damaged by a fire in the morning. The incident caused financial and property losses estimated around 375,400 units. No injuries reported.
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Encouraging Professional Opinion on President Garfield Wound
A New York physician in the Tribune states many intelligent doctors believe the president’s liver and other vital parts are not wounded. He notes stable temperature and pulse after the initial shock, suggests the bullet moved upward and inward, lodging above the spinal column, explaining leg and foot pain and arguing the injury is survivable only with favorable signs.
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Griselto
The
Lancet
President Blaine’s health update from executive mansion
Washington July 6 bulletin reports President Blaine slept comfortably after his wounding and his pulse fell below 100 for the first time since injury. By noon he remained comfortable, nourished well, pulse 100, temperature 99.7, respiration 23. A later bulletin notes a slight pulse rise due to bed movement and states no further bulletins will be issued until 8:30 p.m unless conditions worsen. Doctors experiment with cooling devices to counter heat impacts in his room.
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Griscom
President in Improved Condition After Shooting
At the Executive Mansion on July 7 at 9 am doctors have not issued a morning bulletin yet. The president’s symptoms are less dangerous than earlier, with improvement noted unofficially. Postmaster General James and Elmer visited, smiling. Dr. Bliss reviews the morning mail and seems satisfied. The president eats well, remains cheerful, and is moved to a narrower bed for less movement. a one o’clock bulletin is expected to show further improvement.
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Elmer
Bliss
President Garfield's condition and new bed arrangements
Dr Boynton arrived from Ohio to tend to Mrs Garfield as she endures the strain. The president moved from a cramped early bed to a seven foot long bed with vented mattress and higher position for airflow, with a better view of a breeze. A new, improved invalid bed is en route. Guiteau's pistol is described as a cheap self cocking weapon bought from Omecra on June 8 for $10.
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Guiteau
Omecra
President's recovery outlook improves says physician
Washington report notes Dr Bliss, the president’s family doctor, stated the chance of recovery is now considerably higher. Peritonitis danger is fading though possible. only secondary hemorrhage remains a fatal risk. The remarks came during a conversation this afternoon in Washington.
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Bliss
Grave Question on Arthur's Immediate Right to Office
July 8 Washington reports ongoing experiments to lower the president's room temperature. Prof Dorsey, a mining engineer, works at the navy yard to compress cold air as an alternative. Debate centers on what constitutes presidential inability and the process of succession under the constitution.
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Dorsey
Navy Yard
Quieting improvement shifts to Vice President Arthur
The text notes Arthur is relieved by the president's improvement and seems to resist thoughts of assuming office. If the president remains well by tomorrow, Arthur will depart for New York.
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New York
President's health bulletin from Washington July 8
The bulletin reports the president's condition as favorable with pulse 108 temperature 110.4 and respiration 24. No further bulletin will be issued until 8:30 p.m. The wound is dressed and in good condition though vital signs rise slightly. doctors call it not a bad sign.
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Bliss
Wall Street Calm Amid President Garfield News
Financial nerves ease after improved outlook in New York and Europe. Reports say stock market danger of a panic has passed and prices look steady as investors back potential recovery in President Garfield’s health. Other items note a failed assassination attempt on Andrew Jackson and convention ballots in Albany.
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Gladstone Family Send Sympathy to Garfield Crisis
A dispatch from London to New York states W. E. Gladstone and Mrs. Gladstone are deeply touched by telegrams about President Garfield and anxious for news of his progress. Subscriptions to the Mrs. Garfield fund continue, with $5,000 each from W. W. Corcoran, Geo. W. Seny, and Geo. W. Childs.
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Star Route Case in Philadelphia Court
In Philadelphia a federal judge denied the government's motion for judgment against Black and others for failing to fulfill star mail route contracts. The court held the U S was entitled to judgment only if the defendant was an accounting officer and under state law judgments involve money payments.
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Financial figures and historical defense discussed in NY July notes
New York reports loans rising to 2,365,700 with specie up 1,812,900 and deposits up 3,376,600 while legal tenders fall 828,000 and circulation drops 27,600. Banks exceed reserve requirements by 6,552,050. H. Van Schaack, addressing Chicago Historical Society, defends Mrs Arnold in Benedict Arnold affair and accuses Aaron Burr of fomenting the calumny.
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Island Park at Rome City Draws Thousands Amid Critique
Rome City island hosts Island Park assembly drawing thousands daily, with grand tents and concerts by Tennessee Jubilee Singers and the Constantine Band. Visitors encounter red tape at entry and separate tickets for evening services, while locals report lavish hotels and a bustling scene. An accident during switching near the rail line ends with a rescue. Grand Rapids road earns approval for smooth service and ample travel.
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Mysterious farm incidents plague Adams township family
On the Fourth of July the Doeter family in Adams township faced a spate of strange acts at their farm. Harness was cut in multiple places, a pursuer chased a window jumper who fled with seven or eight dollars, and several men were sighted during searches. Sheriff’s deputies investigated but found no culprits. Local residents urged vigilant defense as a double barrel shotgun was advised for protection. Portland, Me July 9 Judge Clifford ill at Cornish. The era’s quip notes Conkling and Chester A Arthur as the two most uncomfortable men in the country today.
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