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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1902
Page
17
King Edward undergoes emergency surgery at Buckingham Palace after a severe illness. Surgeons remove a large abscess in the ceecum during a four inch incision, with King Edward regaining consciousness and asking for George. Queen Alexandra and ministers weigh coronation timing as the public prays for a safe recovery.
King Edward VII suffered from perityphlitis and underwent an operation at Buckingham Palace. Official bulletins reported improved strength and nourishment but the coronation was indefinitely postponed. London preparations paused as Cabinet pledged to continue public business while ensuring the King's rest.
London reports the King is as well as could be expected and resting at Buckingham Palace with physicians lingering at the palace through the night. Further bulletins were anticipated later in the morning. The July 24 bulletin notes the King’s condition remains good as his doctors update the public.
London reports announce the postponement of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra's coronation from June 26 for a date to be determined. Royal illness prompts court updates, with doctors detailing steady progress yet cautioning days remain uncertain. Closest officials and foreign representatives monitor the sickroom as news spreads.
Rail timetable notes Saturday departures from New York City to Montauk via Long Island Railway with connections by steamer to Block Island. Departures listed for June 28 and July 3 and weekly Saturdays through July and August, with arrivals around Block Island in the evening.
London June 25. The mood shifted from festive to anxious as reports on the King’s health grew, with speculation about indigestion and typhlitis and a cautious outlook on the coronation. Crowds watched for medical bulletins while officials weighed whether the ceremony could proceed and be shortened if needed.
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