Autopsy Confirms Gangrene Cause of McKinley Death
Buffalo reports show President McKinley died from gangrene after two gunshot wounds. The autopsy notes the stomach and abdominal tissues were infected, with no peritonitis, and the bullet trajectories described by 14 physicians. Funeral rites at Milburn House and public viewings at City Hall followed, before Roosevelt’s forthcoming Washington funeral plans.
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Roosevelt Takes Oath as U S President in Buffalo
Theodore Roosevelt, amid mournful nation, took the oath at 3:30 PM in Ansley Wilcox's library to uphold McKinley's policy. He vowed unity and asked cabinet members to stay, issued a mourning proclamation for September 19, and announced no extra congressional session.
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Mask Represents Late President McKinley Portrait
A description notes that the mask faithfully reproduces the features of the late President McKinley, modeled after many distinguished men who have died in this country in recent years.
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Washington Funeral Pageant to Honor President McKinley
Washington Sept 16 funeral plans call for a grand procession from the executive mansion to the capitol. Up to 50 000 people are expected to line the route with Grover Cleveland the ex president and the entire Supreme Court in attendance. Ambassadors and foreign ministers are en route to join the obsequies alongside senators and representatives.
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Grief Across Parties Over President McKinley’s Death
A chorus of political leaders and newspapers from across the nation mourn President McKinley, praising his humanitarian character and fortitude. Democratic and Republican voices alike express shock at the assassination and unite in farewell, calling the late president a loyal, kind, and educated statesman.
Nation pays tribute to President McKinley dead in sorrow
A series of tributes from leaders and public figures eulogizes President McKinley after his assassination. Ex President Cleveland, William J. Bryan, Wanamaker, Hanna, Henderson, Gage, Mason, Boutell, Harrison, and Archbishop Ireland express grief, praise moral character, and reflect on the nation's shock.
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Presa Views Echo Nation Mourns McKinley Death
Readings from Chicago papers reflect a nation grieving the president. The Record-Herald lauds his noble character and last words Nearer My God to Thee. The American notes dreams realized and patient self control in his final hours. The Tribune calls McKinley’s death a national affliction felt in every home.
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Worldwide Mourning For McKinley Falls Across Nations
Tributes pour in from Germany France England and Austria as leaders and papers express deep sorrow over President McKinley's death. Monarchs statesmen and clergy convey condolences to the United States and the American people praising his character and public service.
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Tribute from Spaniard to McKinley on Death
Juan D'Aljoris born in Madrid, a former Spanish soldier, pays respects at half mast. He says Spaniards mourn McKinley as a merciful, noble ruler and a loyal friend, recalling Admiral Cervera's esteem and the ideal of a ballot-chosen master.
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Sympathy of President Diaz on McKinley death
President Diaz expresses deep shock at the murder of President McKinley. He notes the United States protects freedom and tolerance, cites McKinley as a friend of the people and a genuine democrat, and says Mexico mourns the loss of a warm personal friend.
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