President McKinley Wounded by Anarchist at Pan-American Exposition
President McKinley was shot at the Temple of Music in Buffalo by an assailant named Leon Czolgosz. He suffered two bullet wounds, one in the right breast and another in the abdomen, but doctors reported the first wound relatively minor while the second required surgery. He was moved to Milburn house for care as physicians monitor for peritonitis and other complications.
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President McKinley Assassination Aftermath Imagery
The report surveys Léon Czolgosz's background and pronunciation, notes his anarchist leanings, and details reactions from officials and monarchs. It chronicles hospital bulletins on President McKinley’s condition, cabinet activity at Milburn House, and cautious optimism about recovery amid calls for frank public updates.
No Crisis If He Improves Slowly or Quickly
Reporters describe Dr Park’s view that recovery will be gradual and that no crisis looms. If health worsens, change would be slow. Vice President Roosevelt and cabinet members express cautious optimism, stressing no move to assume presidential duties. Secretaries Gage Hay Hitchcock Wilson vow to stay close. New York money-market concerns seek action only if needed.
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Roosevelt declines guard as he recovers
Vice President Roosevelt resists bodyguard plans and moves about in public with dignity. He visited the Milburn residence to check on the president and spoke informally with cabinet officers and Senator Hanna. Emperor Nicholas sent a supportive message expressing happiness at the president’s improvement and wishing a speedy recovery.
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Six Men Arrested in Plot to Kill President McKinley
In Chicago six men were arrested on suspicion of being implicated in the plot to assassinate President McKinley. They were found together at St John’s Place and Carroll Avenue on the west side. Police credit information from Buffalo, saying the men belong to a society tied to the assailant and knew of the plot. One known member is Abraham Isekk, president of the Free Society, formerly editor of The Firebrand. The Buffalo tip says the plan originated within the Free Society and a Buffalo prisoner was chosen by lot to commit the crime.
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Jubilee mob drives anarchists from Pittsburg after McKinley attack
Pittsburg Kansas September 7 Italian anarchists in Chicago near McKinley assassination news sparked a large mob. A crowd from Pittsburg drove the anarchists from town with several shots fired in the confrontation.
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Chicago
McKinley
Pittsby
Relatives Leave as President Grows More Restful
Milburn House Buffalo Sept 10 relatives including Miss McKinley and Miss Barber departed for home after the 9:30 bulletin showed the president’s pulse steady at 112 and temperature slightly lower. Officials and many mourners voiced renewed confidence in a rapid recovery as guards and reporters maintained a quiet vigil outside. Senator Hanna, last official guest, said improvement could allow the president to go home Tuesday if trends continue.
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Czolgosz Confession Ties Anarchy to President Assassination
Leon Czolgosz, the self professed anarchist, signs a six page confession in Buffalo dated Sept 7, stating his belief in anarchism and influence by Emma Goldman. He claims no confederates, says he planned the act three days prior, and acquired the revolver in Buffalo. He mentions seven siblings in Cleveland and lists addresses on Hossy Street and Ackland Avenue.
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Leon Czolgosz
Emma Goldman
Cleveland
Hossy Street
Ackland Avenue
Anarchist Czolgosz says act was political protest
Czolgosz shows no remorse or insanity and claims Emmold miand's writings influenced his belief that the current government was wrong and killing the president was the solution. In Cleveland police and reporters query his past. director y lists multiple Czolgoszs on Hosmer street in a Polish neighborhood.
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Emmoldmiand
Cleveland
The Buffalo Tragedy Reflections From Lincoln
After the Buffalo incident Bryan sends a message to McKinley praising the president and wife, condemning assassination as a shock to the country. He calls for calm, notes the shooter may be insane, and says violence has no place in a republic.
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Emma Goldman Located Near Chicago for Arrest
Chicago reports Chief ONeill says Emma Goldman is under surveillance near Chicago, though not in the city, with intent to arrest. Description notes a woman about five feet two or three inches, pale, 140 pounds, light brown hair, Roman nose, Jewish look, full lips, dressy appearance and spectacles.
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O'Neill
Emma Goldman
United States Exports Average 50,060 Tons Monthly
The United States exports about 50,060 tons of goods per month on average, reflecting ongoing trade activity and export volumes across industries. The figure illustrates steady demand and shipment levels in international markets, with fluctuations expected by season and market conditions.
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Negotiations Off After Last Efforts Fail Amid Steel Strike
Pittsburg Sept 10 The last efforts to settle the steel strike failed. The Amalgamated Association’s general executive board adjourned without accepting peace propositions or arranging a settlement. President Theodore J Shaffer held authority over reaching any settlement, with no peace proposal received or offered. The board left the dispute in Shaffer’s hands as discussions drifted to a possible direct conference with United States Steel Corporation.
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National Civic Federation
Theodore J. Shaffer
National Executive Board
Shaffer
New York
Grand Army campment crowds fill city as guards and posts arrive
The Grand Army of the Republic encampment swelled city crowds with nearly 4000 assigned to public quarters and estimates of at least 15,000 visitors in town. Invitations to review by the vice president and cabinet members were extended as executive committee plans were completed. The square glowed with white columns banners displays and 14,000 incandescent bulbs forming corps emblems.
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Wagon Struck by a Train at Crossings in Chicago
Seven in a wagon were struck by a Baltimore and Ohio train at the Sixty third and Loomis street crossing Monday night. Two girls on the wagon rode on the engine pilot and escaped unharmed but frightened. The others were injured and Mrs N Aardena and Catherine Houiccrik may die.
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Catherine Houiccrik
Fear of Czar’s Assassination Prompts Europewide Riot Fears
Paris reports fear of the czar’s assassination during a Russia visit mirrors McKinley’s near murder. Officials launch a broad search for anarchists of all nationalities as security tightens across Europe.
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McKinley
Mayor Fires Beville For Uncomplimentary Remarks
Topeka Kansas September 10 Mayor Hughes dismissed B U Beville a police officer who made uncomplimentary remarks about President McKinley. Beville later told reporters the president should cite.
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U. Beville
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Peoria Man Died in Jails Deluded Lynch Threat Fear
William Nie man, an insane farmer from Peoria Illinois, died in county jail after a delusion that crowds planned lynching him for the murder of President McKinley. He had been raving as a maniac when his death occurred on Monday.
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Ill
William Nieman
McKinley
McArthur's Reception Postponed in Milwaukee
Washington announces a Milwaukee reception for General MacArthur postponed after the president was shot. The War Department notified Monday of the change, tied to the attack in Washington. Major public event adjustments follow the assassination attempt and ongoing security concerns.
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War Department
Milwaukee
MacArthur
Treasury balances show cash and gold in general fund
Washington report details the general fund balances as of Monday September 10 with available cash 182,730,603 dollars and gold 114,085,057 dollars, excluding the 150 million dollar gold reserve in the division of redemption.
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Treasury
General Fund
Austrian Crop Yields Reported for Austria Hungary
Budapest dated September 10 reports final crop estimates for the season. Wheat output is 34,309,001 metric centners, rye 11,400,000, barley 30,000,000 and oats 9,659,500.
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