24 Jun 1902
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1902
Page
1
Fragmentary report notes a violent incident at a door entry leading to multiple injuries and a murder charge. Details include names Cannesi and Murged with references to public officials and possible trial dates. Further specifics are unclear due to damaged OCR text.
Reports state King Edward is seriously ill and his coronation ceremonies are indefinitely postponed. No further details on his condition or alternative plans have been announced.
A dated London dispatch reports Sir Francis Kavily, the king's private servant, undergoing emergency surgery after a Saturday report of improving health. Official statements promise careful treatment and hope the king can attend the ceremony once recovered. Signed by Lister, Thomas Smith, Lakin, Thomas Barlow, and Treves.
London January 25 reports a successful operation. A large abscess was evacuated and the king has borne the operation well remaining in satisfactory condition.
Crowds gathered outside Buckingham Palace as foreign ambassadors arrived for a royal reception. Officials announced the king’s mood and a postponement concern for the public with the news of his serious health, while preparations were paused and the lord mayor ordered stands removed.
London reports a high government official confirms the king has passed the chloroforning stage but cautions that the next twenty four hours will determine the outcome. The statement came in a conversation with an Associated Press representative this afternoon at the palace.
In the house of commons government leader A. M. Galfour announced that an operation had been performed on the king and his majesty was progressing as well as possible. Balfour noted the king's condition remained grave but said the government would not adjourn to avoid public alarm.
London reports the king’s illness leads to postponement of the coronation. Officials and bishops urge prayers for the king’s recovery as stock markets and society react with widespread consternation.
London report says King’s condition remains extremely critical after operation. official said the king sleeps well and is progressing, but there has been practically no change since the procedure and his majesty remains in a precarious state.
The London bulletin at Buckingham Palace states His Majesty continues to make satisfactory progress and has been much relieved by the operation. The update comes from physicians at the palace this evening.
London announces the coronation is postponed indefinitely due to King Edward's illness. No new date has been set as the nation waits for further word on the king's health.
New York notes Dr Cyrus Eison explains a $25 operation for perityphlitis. He states perityphlitis is not inflammation of the appendix but involves surrounding tissue infection, making early distinction from appendicitis difficult.
A man in Soro Washington claims to be John Beonott and surrenders, saying his confession will implicate prominent San Francisco figures in the Nora Fuller murder. He says he was paid to evade officers and possesses letters showing money sent to keep him safe.
Topeka report notes one sixth of Kansas taxes will be paid by railroads Pallman telegraph and telephone firms and the Pullman company with total state levy 13 996 323 36 dollars and corporate taxes by these firms amounting to 2 205 392 72 dollars The state total property valuation listed at 345 056 240 dollars with specific company values detailed Branch Normal Opens at Bays City and Baker University professor changes noted Philippine bill debate resumes with Ball leading Texas attack Harvest labor shortages force farm families into fields in Atchison County A drowning and a suspect escape near Joplin Missouri. army recruitment considers miners as landsmen amid coal strikes.
Kansas voters report a populist state convention favoring fusion but split on method. Leaders push Democrats' endorsed slate while debating whether to place a combined ticket on the ballot, with key figures like Hares and Doster courting anti fusion legal responses.
Brownfield the traveling physician testified for the defense claiming he saw Mrs Castle call Morrison into the house during the fatal night. The state pressed perjury charges after failing to refute the account and Pearl Beardsley testified Morrison resisted at the door saying Castle tried to kill her.
Boston June 23 Jack Toppas jailed after trial for murder of Mrs Mary D Gibbs at Barcatabto asylum yesterday. She confessed to killing thirty one porous patients she had nursed, to authorities including Judge Pred M Bixby and the tonnoe copneal.
Many locals journey to Topeka Kansas City and Colorado for events. Mr Persy O Hansen secretary of the college plans to wed Ruth Ewing in Iola Kansas while Col R W Ludington attends the populist state convention in Topeka. Misses Maude and Ethal Shaler go to Abilene for six weeks. Several attendees travel for conferences, family visits, and summer plans. A Whittier California wedding of Frances D Lap tad and Kill J Vast al draws Lawrence interest.
Fragmentary OCR lists a cemetery entry with names and partial dates for Easton. The readable items include person names and location clues but lack a complete event or action.
Obriago grain and oats futures list small shifts with June and July contracts. In London the text notes fashionable women wearing belts with Chinese inscriptions and a Chinese diplomat’s warning about allegiance, warning of torture for enemies.
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