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Newspaper
Moline Daily Journal
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1901
Page
2
Thousands pass the catafalque in Canton over five hours as the late President McKinley lies in state. Crowds line the courthouse block, the GAR escorts the bier, and dignitaries prepare the procession to the church amid grief and unfolding plans for private arrangements.
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Thousands from Canton and Ohio gather as William McKinley lies in state at the courthouse with a flag draped casket. The procession includes the National Guard eight regiments and state officials. The crowd lines the route to Westlawn cemetery for final rites.
A noon funeral train arrives in Canton with President McKinley’s body. Mrs McKinley, supported by Abner McKinley and Dr Rixey, is taken home as crowds weep. Cabinet members and military units accompany the procession to the courthouse for the lying in state.
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