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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1901
Page
1
Washington on September 17 reports the opening of the state funeral for President William McKinley. Diplomatic and military representatives from nations and states gather as crowds mourn, with tributes from notable figures including former President Cleveland and the British legation. A somber White House vigil surrounds the casket as guards keep watch through the night.
Washington dispatch details the start of the second stage of the president’s journey to Canton. Officials from all branches arrive at the White House for the tribute while President Roosevelt and Mrs. McKinley show signs of strain. Floral tributes include an army badge cushion from the G A R and offerings from Loyal Legion and other veterans groups.
crowds along streets as Major General Brooke leads the silent escort of soldiers sailors marines guards and various organizations from the White House to the capitol for the solemn service. Mrs McKinley remains in bed under care as the funeral cortege moves in drizzle toward the capitol.
Associates portray Bishop Andrews as a man of incorruptible integrity and universal love rooted in gospel faith. The sermon lauds his domestic kindness, loyalty to truth, and ability to unite diverse political factions, while affirming belief in personal immortality and lasting public memory.
Buffalo bureau of vital statistics records the death of William McKinley on September 14, 1911 at 2:15 PM. Cause of death listed as gunshot wounds from a concealed wound, with cadaver details and personal data including age 58, white, married, president of the United States, residence in Delaware Avenue Washington DC, and parentage listing or details.
Washington September 17 Major General John R Brooke led a grand funeral procession through DC with diverse military units, veterans groups, and high officials. Ex President Grover Cleveland and President Theodore Roosevelt attended, followed by Cabinet members and diplomatic corps as mourners stood silent along Pennsylvania Avenue.
The report shows gross earnings of 484 920 for the year with net earnings rising by 927 054 54 and freight earnings at 992 42 or 4 4 percent of total. Operating expenses decreased by 443 33 69 while total income reached 414 565 192.
Police say they have in custody an Italian man identifying as Joseph Albert Vatenti and 48% Htanchi. detained since last Thursday, he claimed to be a railway tinkerer from Tarre Vermont, but cards show 187 Sullivan Street New York. He is held on suspicion of anarchist activities.
The Chinese troops re entered Pekin today while American and Japanese forces simultaneously handed the Forbidden City to Chinese authorities.
A blast at the Spring Gulch mine of Colorado Fuel and Iron near Glenwood Springs Colorado killed six miners and seriously wounded three others. An initial report shared that 100 miners were inside the mine, but later details said most had left duty shortly before the explosion. The blast was caused by gas infiltration ignited by the blasts.
In heavy rain the duke of Cornwall and York reviewed 5,000 Canadian and British troops at the Plains of Abraham and awarded medals to 13 South Africa veterans. The duchess of Cornwall and York arrived with Lady Minto as escorts, while Lt. Col. Ernest Turner of Quebec received special honors for his Victoria Cross and D.S.M. achievements.
Lexington Kentucky today reported that George Ole Draper son of General W F Draper and his wife Lily Duncan Draper have separated. Steps are said to be taken for absolute divorce and custody of their children. Duncan is daughter of Mayor H T Duncan and her marriage to Draper occurred ten years ago during a notable Kentuck event.
General Miles Senator Cork Perry Heath and Governor Otero passed through Chicago en route to Canton for the funeral of the late president. The party included officials from Montana Washington and New Mexico.
Justice Jerome tasks warrant relay for the arrest of Deputy Commissioner William Devery of the police on charges of oppression and neglect of duty. The warrant is to be relayed by agevalated press in New York dated September 1.
After a night’s rest the steel strikers report progress at the New York conference with many returning to work at Lindsay McCutcheon Clarke and Painter plants while others at Star plant favor continued action. Two thousand men work at National Tube McKeesport as De Wees woodworks prepare to resume. Amalgamated meetings to decide future steps.
At the Washington capitol rotunda opening for the McKinley remains inspection, a massive crowd surged the east steps causing many injuries among women and children. A temporary hospital operated below the rotunda while police and offices sheltered the injured. An estimated fifty or more were hurt, with some taken to emergency care.
In New York physicians discuss the McKinley postmortem with experts cited from The Times. Dr. Robert H. M. Dawbarn suggests the president was killed by a dirty revolver and that close shots injected toxins and microbes into the wound, potentially poisoning his brain rather than deliberate poisoning by an assassin.
Yale selects its track squad for the Harvard clash at Berkeley Oval tomorrow to pick the American team for the Oxford and Cambridge games. Names include Hoarcravmin Hunter Franchol Waldrin Teel Boardman Spraker Cartain Sheldon George Stillman and others across events.
A committee of federal officials in Chicago on September 17 discussed plans to erect a tablet or monument in memory of the late President McKinley in the federal building then under construction. The group considered design and placement details and potential donors for the memorial project.
Kansas City dispatch reports about 530 delegates arriving by noon for the allied third party meeting called by J A Parker of the People's party. Delegates from 13 states include workers from the Public Ownership party and Populists, with a St. Louis delegation of 192 led by Dr J B Chambers.
Lincoln Sept 1 fusion state conventions Democratic and Populist meet separately. Democrats favor district judge Conrad Hollenbeck over Duffe for supreme court and Hastings also a contender. Populists may back Stubs Krotzings or Adams if they contest. Adjournment out of respect for McKinley possible. university regents seat receive little attention.
Prominent figures including Col Wy, J Bryan, Senators Dolliver and Beverkige, Archbishop Ireland, and Bishop Parlows were invited to speak at the memorial for the president in Chicago. Invitations sent by wire as preparations and parade plans race ahead. Counting organizations seeking parade space, the number of men expected may rival any prior Chicago demonstration.
Emma Goldman received two unsigned letters threatening violence and citing the president. One letter postmarked Washington DC warns of a “free woman” being struck, suggesting a bloodily charged motive. Goldman, though amused, showed anxiety at the threat.
The World places McKinley’s total insurance at 67000 dollars with a 50000 dollar policy in New York Life, 37000 in Mutual Michigan Life, and 10000 in One Connecticut Mutual Life.
Bristol, Sept 1 Arrested last Saturday night for breach of the peace and inciting to riot during speeches deemed disrespectful to President McKinley. H BR Walker of Newark and Charles Patrick of New Britain were fined in the petty court. they appealed and posted bonds.
A wreck on the Escanaba and Lake Superior Railway near Escanaba Michigan left three men dead as workmen cleared debris after yesterday afternoon’s collision. Authorities found bodies in the ruins and believe two section men and a stranger were among the victims. The report notes higher death toll during the Cuban conflict and refers to yellow fever serum experiments in a separate, related lament.
Crowds gathered at the county court in Buffalo as Czolgysz was expected to be brought before Judge Emery. District Attorney Penney announced assignments of Loren Lewis and Robert C. Titus to defend Czolgysz, with Lewis to decide by 2 pm if he accepts. Trial set for Monday with Czolgysz refusing to plead.
Mrs McKinley endures intense strain after the assassination of President McKinley. Doctors and aides stay near her at the White House while the funeral arrangements proceed. President Roosevelt and Mrs Roosevelt visit the McKinleys as diplomatic figures leave private cars with their cards.
A bank in Hammond Wisconsin was blown open by unknown robbers. They entered from the rear and blew the vault, taking several thousand dollars in currency and securities including about five thousand dollars in cash. There is no clue to the robbers as townsfolk arrive for rail work and officials delay statements.
Mrs Quintevalli wife of an alleged co conspirator of Bresel and Charles Martino were expelled from Union Hill New Jersey today by Recorder Hensel. They faced charges of threatening Hugh Mullins for indignant remarks about President McKinley’s assassination.
The anarchist habeas corpus hearing in Chicago has been adjourned until Monday at the request of the prisoners. Court coverage by Associated Press notes the delay during the proceedings.
Chicago Indiana September 17 grand jury indicted Detectives Cramer Treey and Lieutenant Joyce for conspiracy to defraud the state alleged by padding expense accounts. The report notes ongoing court actions and mentions weather items as unrelated text.
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