12 Sep 1901
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1901
Page
1
President shows improvement and rests comfortably as doctors report conditions satisfactory. Dr. Rixey passed his watch and Dr. Mynter pronounces him in stable condition. Temperature around 120 appears in OCR but indicates overall progress and calm state for the morning.
Buffalo Sept 12 reports on President McKinley's condition describe continued care by Dr Riney and Dr Minton. Mrs McKinley's steadfast support and the couple's quiet, intimate moments are highlighted as surgeons monitor vital signs and the wound shows careful progress in a tense national moment.
Clipped text hints at a troubled wounding or illness surrounding a president. Mentions doctors, possible public appearances, and timing along with scattered names and places, all in a garbled historical newspaper fragment. Focus remains on uncertain events and medical handling.
The item reports a naval controversy centered on Admiral Schley and the question of whether he should face formal inquiry or be exonerated. The piece outlines competing views among officials and public interest in determining accountability.
Washington Sept 12 observers crowded the Navy Yard as Admiral Dewey and a panel of officers convened a court of inquiry. The aging building stood bare and functional with the admiral and colleagues arriving in full dress, the scene described as orderly and solemn amid sparse decor.
Rear Admiral Schley and Admiral Howison led a formal court of inquiry with parade uniforms, marines, and spectators as the proceedings opened. Schley challenged Howison’s impartiality stating prior opinions biased the panel, while the court debated convening terms and the proper composition of the board.
Emma Goldman the anarchist says she would nurse the president tenderly as a hard working man were needed. She emphasizes sympathy for suffering mankind while noting her opinion of President McKinley is not high. Police today seek Charion Lafont and report unsigned telegrams from "Prof Lafont" connected to the case.
Buffalo NL Sept 12 The president states doctors have agreed to respect privacy while the public expects to know. He questions how the nation is taking the news as medical privacy and transparency clash. The exchange reflects tension between professional discretion and public interest.
Washington dispatch reports Admiral Howison facing questioning after Adrian Schley presented three witnesses alleging misconduct. The court recessed to allow Howison to compose a formal reply while counsel pressed for details and connections to Admiral Rebley. The proceedings highlighted claims of personal treatment and pressure from related parties during the accusations.
Jessie Murrivan, freed from the penitentiary this morning, left by electric car for Kansas City and then an afternoon train to Excelsior Springs to meet her brother. She appeared well and happy, declaring she expects never to return and spoke of the president’s condition.
Buffalo on September 12 J Te Parker a Black smith living at 40 Biethaverum New York City born Avante Gl a slave past the age nine entered the restaurant trade and stood tall over six feet. He confronted a would be assassin aiming for President McKinsey and fought for his life and the president's safety. The event drew praise from many Black leaders and Parker is remembered for his public spirited acts and long residence in New York City.
Fragmentary wartime style note mentions sufficent evidence for a bell ing of Bronte Goldmaan. Sentences reference a superintendent, probate, and extradition papers to be prepared today. No clear names or places fully readable.
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