Garfield Assassination Aftermath and Giteau's Letters
Washington dispatches recount the Garfield attack, the suspect Charles Giteau, and the attempted delivery of letters to Gen Sherman. Reports detail Giteau's background, his political ties, and the stock of letters found or alleged, while Mrs Garfield rushes to the bedside as the nation faces a crisis of leadership.
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President Garfield's illness latest dispatches
Reports from the White House say President Garfield's condition remains critical but shows signs of improvement. Surgeons remain hopeful with no immediate danger. Vice President Arthur traveled to Washington as doctors monitor the recovery and issue updates amid public anxiety.
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President Garfield is Shot The Nation Reacts
Reported Saturday July 2 following the President’s assassination attempt sparks nationwide grief. The wounded leader, recently inaugurated, faces a critical moment as dispatches alternate between hope and despair. Details recount the carriage ride with Secretary Blaine and the fatal shots fired at the depot.
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Assassin Arrested In Garfield Shooting
Special to the Commercial Gazette reports on July 2 as Charles Guiteau is captured after the attempt on President Garfield. Officer Kearney pursues, arrests at the north door and takes the suspect to Police Headquarters. Guiteau is described as a 36 year old Illinois lawyer, weight 12 pounds, with dark hair and whiskers.
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