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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1901
Page
15
San Francisco reports the death of President MeKinie with deep sorrow. The city tolls a memorial bell and people fill streets, seeking guidance for a public day of mourning. Archbishop Riordan has prepared a letter for reading in Catholic churches state wide.
Gen Miles travels east with James J Hill on Sept 1 toward Portland. The dispatch values strong support for preventing conspiracies against the life of the president. The text references Nebo A Miles and quotes about arresting plotters and protecting the presidency under Roosevelt.
London public buildings lowered flags in mourning for a high official death. Reports say the late president was mourned with expressions of respect as embassies and the Mansion House observed the loss and sent condolences to the United States Ambassador Choate. Londoners showed solemn respect in the streets.
The British people widely appreciate the eminent career and public services of President McKinley and will remember him for a long time as they share in mourning his sudden passing. A ceremony of condolence will be held Thursday next with a formal vote of sympathy.
News of President McKinley's death reached Paris at 10 o'clock. American embassies and consulates, firms, and streets along the Rue de la Paix and Champs Elysees displayed draped flags. Ambassador Porter, recovering from surgery, was kept informed with news delayed for his safety. President Loubet and officials offered condolences as Porter’s return to normal had been planned for Constantinople next Thursday.
Richard Croker, aboard steamship Lu Gatlin, arrived at York from Live today. He declined to discuss politics amid national mourning for the untimely death of our chief muuitmate. Democrats and Republicans stand side by side in sorrow at the bier of our cella press.
A fragmented local report from Toowootes Indiana describes an unusual near miss as a man named Josh Wouthier nearly accomplishes a goal with an obscure phrase and bizarre terms. The account mentions a cost and a berths, a necessity to save a cane, and vague references to rheumatic illness and paralysis amid unclear names and events.
A vintage portrait of Theodore Roosevelt born in New York on October 31 1858 detailing his Harvard education his early political rise and civil service reform efforts. It notes his family ancestry his drive to merit based appointments and the path from New York politics to national prominence.
A historical summary recalls Theodore Roosevelt’s rise in New York politics, his push for civil service reform and police department investigations, and his 1886 independent mayoral bid. It notes his early advocacy for efficiency, anti‑fee abolition, and notable legal and administrative reforms shaping the city.
The narrative describes Theodore Roosevelt Jr and his wife Mrs. Roosevelt at Oyster Bay, noting their children Teddy and Alice, their preference for home life, and the pair’s close resemblance to parents. It highlights family affection, long connection to New York, and plans around the inauguration period.
News in New York reports bells tolling after dawn as citizens react to President McKinley s death. Black banners hang from public buildings and schools. Sir Thomas Lipton sends condolences via the Associated Press noting the loss to the world and to Britain.
Washington August 14 After a conference this morning between Secretary Hay and Acting Secretaries Gillespie and Hackett an order directing the closing of all executive departments for the day as a mark of respect for the memory of the president was issued by the secretary of State By 8 o clock all employees were dismissed throughout the country The White House showed the president only by a flag at half mast Public buildings would not be draped in mourning as Congress had previously enacted a law prohibiting such displays
News of President McKinley's death sparks citywide mourning in St Louis. Public and private buildings draped in black. church bells toll and crowds gather at newspaper bulletins reflecting the nation’s grief. People from all walks of life express sorrow as the tragic news spreads.
Police received orders to stay on alert as anarchist fears spread after President McKinley’s death. Memorial services are planned across churches with sermons on lawlessness and anarchy. The Board of Directors paused exchange sessions and will drape chambers in mourning for 30 days while a committee plans actions.
Buffalo on September 14 reports stories of a fireworks display at the Pan American exposition. A large picture of Vice President Roosevelt appeared with the caption Our vice president. As the lights flickered the word vice burned out leaving our president visible for seven minutes. Senator Laughlin says the event impressed all and may be prophetic.
Buffalo reports undertakers occupied the body for less than two hours after death. On arrival they learned it would remain unembalmed until after an autopsy. The body was moved from the death bed to a stretcher and covered, with autopsy planned for the forenoon and preservation preparation to follow. All other arrangements for disposition were deferred.
Chicago physician Dr. James A. Lydston speculates the stomach bullet could have been poisoned to ensure the victim’s death. He notes poisoning might trigger fever and rapid pulse and suggests dipping bullets in deadly chemicals. Also mentions upcoming band concert at Vinewood Park and Marsnell's band under F. Sweurengen.
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