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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1881-07-04
THE PRESIDENTS MOTHER

Not Yet Informed of the News-Presenti-
ment of Disaster.
WASHINGTON, July "A messenger who
went down to Scion this afternoon, where Gar
fields mother and two sisters live, says that
the news was received there from newspaper
extras thrown off the train. Immediately on
receipt of the intelligence, Mrs M. f. LARA
bee, the Presidents sister, with whom her
mother has been staying, sent her mother to
Mrs. M. Trowbrdge's. another sister, about
quarter OF mile away, out of hearing of the
dreadful news. An hour later the following
dispatch was received by Mrs. Larrabee
EXECUTIVE MANSION. Washington, July 2.
Don't be alarmed by sensational rumors. Doctors
think the wound not fatal. Don't think of coming
until you hear farther.
HARRY A. GARFIELD.
year old son.
President Gartield's mother has been pros-
trated for some days in consequence of the
death OF the brother-in-law. Thomas A. Gar
field, and only this morning she was informed
OF the death of Mrs. Arnold-the Presidents
cousin, who died yesterday-and it was deemed
certain that the death of James A. would kill
her. This morning the mother said to Mrs.
Larrabee: Il expect something is going to
happen to James's family" Mrs. Larrabee
James's family is passed. -alluding to Mrs.
Garheld's illness. The mother replied, mo, I
fear something is going to happen to James"
She afterwards reiterated her presentiment
to Mrs. Trowbridge, adding that accidents
never come singly, and feel that something
is going to happen to James. Before Presd emit
Garfield left for Washington in March, Mr.
Larrabee warned him to take care of himself.
Mr. Garfield's reply was ri am no coward, and
can't have no body guard about me all the
time" The sisters have agreed to keep the
news from Mrs. Garfield at least until to-mor-
row when Rev. w. o. Moore, of the Scion Dis
ciple Church, will break it to her.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1881-07-04
WORDS OF SYMPATHY.


Distinguished Men Express Their Sorrow
to Mr. Blaine.
WASHINGTON, July 2.-Sir Edward Thorn
ton and Mr. Victor Drummond called upon
the Secretary of State who was in attendance
upon the President at the Executive Mansion
between and O'clock and delivered to him
copy of the following dispatch, with many
expressions of deep sorrow at the great tragedy:
LONDON, July 2, 5 p. m.
Is 1t true that President Garfield has been shot at?
1t SO, express at once the, great concern of her
maJestys government and our hope that the report
that he has sustained serious injury is not true
e5gnuds-7----- Earl, GRANvILEE,
Foreign Office I,ondon.--
Secretary Dlaine-.l.v .y,votved the following
dispatch from Sir Edward Thornton, the Brit
ish minister, dated at London at 1925 o'clock:
To Sir Ed,oard Thornton, the British Embassy,
WdShin6t0n:
The Queen desires that you at once express the
sorrow with which she has learned of the attempt
upon the Presidents life and her earnest hope for
mediate reports of his condition.
(signeD LORD GRANVILLE.
The Following kilograms have been received
by Secretary Blaine and Gen. Sherman:
NEW YORK, July 2.
10 u1 toh: James u. Blame, Secretary Of State,
Your telegram with its deplorable narrative. did
not reach me promptly owing to my absence. am
hopes you express relieve somewhat the horror of
the f1rst announcement. wait for further intell-
gence with the greatest anxiety, Express i, the
PRESIDENT and those around him my great grief and
sympathy, in which the whole American people will
join.
(signed) c. A. ARTHUR.
The following was received at O'Clock D.
NJ:
70 blaine, Secretary, Washington:
Telegram received. Express to Mrs Garfield tbs
profound sympathy of this legation Queen has
sent to inquire and express solicitude.
(Slgned) LOWELL,
Minister
~. NEW YORK, July 2.
10 James u. b'asne, Secretary Of State, Washing-
Your 6.45 telegram is very distressing still
nope ior more favorable tdings, and ask you keep
me advised. Please do not fail to express to Mrs.
Slgned) CA. ARTHUR.
~. r., GOVERNORS ISLAND, N. Y, June Q.
To Gen. ". z. Sherman, Washinqton:
trust that tide result of the assault upon the life
OF the me OF the President today may not have ia
tai consequences, and that in the interest of the
country the act may be shown to have been that of
mailman. Thanks for your dispatch and for your
promise OF further information
(slgneO VS.. HANCOCK.
Inc following dispatch has been received by
Secretary Lincoln from Gen. Grant:
IT, c.,.otu,. ELBERoN, N. j., July 2.
10 secretary Lincoln Wdshinqton:
riease ospatch me the condition of the Presi-
uent; news recelvsd conflicts hope the most ia
yorapIe NAY De confirmed. Express to the Presi-
DENT my deep sympathy and hope that he may
S'gnea US GRANT.
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day. He at that time mentioned his name as
Guiteau, and said that he came from Chicago
When brought to the Jail to-day he was adj
mtted by the officer who had previously re-
fused to allow him to enter, and a mutual rec
ognition took place, Guiteau saying, "You are
the man who would not let me go through the
Jail some time ago." The only other remark
he made before being placed in his cell was
that Gen. Sherman would arrive at the jail
soon. The two jailors who are now guarding
his cell state that they have seen him around
the Jail several times recently, and that on one
occasion he appeared to be under the influence
of liquor On one of his visits subsequent to
the first one mentioned, these officers say that
Gniteau succeeded in reaching the rotunda OF
the building, where he was noticed examining
the scaffold from which the Hirth murderers
were hanged Pursuant to orders from the
Attorney General, the officer in charge OF the
Jail declined to give any further information,
nor would he state in what cell the prisoner
was confined The officer was an attendant at
the old city Jail at the time OF the assassination
OF President Lincoln.
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DENT was borne out by the willing and tender
hands of Col. Rockwell, Ingersoll and Corbin,
the physicians and others. The face was pal
lid and had an expression of intense self-con-
troll, the right arm being thrown over and
around the head AS the litter was passed
into the ambulance an almost universal groan
of compassion was uttered by the immense
crowd. A detachment of mounted police at
tended to keep the way clear, but they were
not needed. The great multitude parted
quietly to make way, and thousands OF hats
were removed in respectful silence as the
vehicle was driven rapidly up the avenue. 1t
passed through the treasury grounds into those
of the Presidents house, and the sufferer was
admitted through the south entrance, just as
he was on inauguration day when he left the
house OF the column to take his place to review
the troops and procession after the ceremony
at the Capitol. The crowds about the White
House grounds were swelled by the thousands
who followed the ambulance from the depot.
In order to clear the grounds and to secure aD-
solute quiet, two companies OF regulars from
the barracks were ordered up for guard duty.
AS these double quicked up the avenue at a
right shoulder shift they attracted universal
attention, and all sorts of rumors were preva-
lent Public business was suspended, BY Or
der, in the departments at 10 O'Clock, and sew
eral merchants on the avenue. closed their
stores upon the reported death of the Presl-
dent. A Gordon of soldiers was placed around
the White House grounds and admittance
could only be gained by cards Of permit,
which, however, were freely granted to mem.
bers of the press and the higher officials. A
large crowd assembled at police headquarters,
to which the assassin was removed in close
carriage. for fear that an attempt to lynch him
should be made, and to remove any possible
temptation in that direction he was taken to
Jail and company of regulars was detailed to
guard it. The anxiety and deep concern OF
the people of the city were manifested in many
WAYS The crowd on the street was in restless
motion, seeking for particulars and the --latest
news. Business was practically suspended
though the few stores closed upon the first re-
ports of death were opened again as the hope
became diffused that better result might en-
sue. At Abner's and Drivers gardens an.
nouncements were exhibited that the usua
evening concerts would be omitted. Bulletins
from the physicians at the White House were
issued every half hour. They were posted al
the hotels and newspaper offices, and drew
crowds, which seemed to be in constant mo
ton, and all eagerly talking, but in suppressed
tones.
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DOCTORS DISAGREEING.

Differing Opinions Regarding the Proba.
bility of the Presidents Recovery
Points in His Favor.
There is great difference of opinion among
the medical men about the probability of the
Presidents surviving his injuries, but there is
an unmistakable air of hopefulness in the
faces OF the attending physicians which was
wanting up to late hour last night. Dispute
his extremely critical condition the country
can reasonably cherish some hope that the
President may yet recover. The lapse of time
since the bullet did its work without large loss
OF blood renders it probable that no large
artery or vein has been severed. Had this oc-
Cured there would doubtless have been a fatal
hemorrhage before this time. To the hopeful
side OF the case may also be added the impor-
tant point that the irritable condition of the
stomach has been somewhat overcome and a
healthy reaction in that direction may now be
expected. To the ordinary chances of life
under such circumstances should also be added
the Presidents naturally strong constitution,
his regular habits, cheerful spirits, his un-
clouded mind, his groat forttude, his hopeful
reliance on Providence and his determination
to recover if possible. These are all important
factors in his favor and while they by no means
offset the fact that his condition is one which
entails the greatest apprehension they serve to
remove the conviction which obtained so gen.
orally last night that his case is absolutely
hopeless.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1881-07-04
MAINE.

Senator Hamlin Appointed Minister to
Spain.
WASHINGTON, July 1.-The President yes
terday made the following appointments:
Hannibal Hamlin, Envoy Extraordinary and
Minister Plenipotentiary to Spain, in place Of
Lucius Fairchild, who has asked to be recalled
Charles Payson of Massachusetts,, Char de
Affaires to Copenhagen, In place of Mr. Osane,
transferred to Switzerland. George w. Carter
of Louisiana, Minister Resident to Venezuela,
vice John Barker. recalled.
The President has appointed Walkea Blaine
to be third Assistant Secretary of State, in
place of Charles Osgood, appointed Charge de
Affaires to Denmark.
The President sent for Mr.. Walker Blaine
and rendered the appointment with many
warm expressions of friendly regard, telling
him not to consider it as done on his fathers
account, but his own The President has
known him since his early childhood
Postal Chaages.
WASHINGTON, July 3.-The followinS
changes for Maine are reported:
Office established-Frye, Oxford county, 10
siah A. Judkins, postmaster.
Name changed-North Newfeld, York ccun--
ty, to Maplewood.
Portmasters appointed-Wm. Fl. Rich, Ber-
wick, York county.
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physicians had stated that though the Presi-
dent had been severely wounded there were
hopes of his recovery. The clerEymsn OPEN
ing the proceedings In each house referred to
the tragic event, and invoked Divine aid for
the recovery of the President. In the Assem-
bly, despatch from Washington, announcing
that DIR. Bliss says the wound was not mortal,
was read and received with great applause.
p The Senate met at Il: 40, President pro tenn.
Robertson in the chair. Chaplain Holley re-
ferred to the startling and melancholy circum-
stances under which the Senate met, saying
the President of the United States had been
shot by the hands of an assassin. He dwelt
at length upon the uncertainty of life, closing
his prayer with an earnest supplication that
the life of the President might be spared. The
Journal of yesterday was read, following which
the chair handed the clerk two kilograms an
nouncing the shooting of the President. Mr..
Hubert offered the following:
Whereas, the Senate of the State OF New
York learns with profound sorrow Of tho at
tempted assassination Of the President of the
United States therefore,
ReSolued, That we tender our heartfelt SYM
pathy to the President and his family. at the
same time expressing our horror and indigna-
ton at the atrocions attempt made upon his
life.
Mr.. Mccarthy said, while he agreed with
much of the resolution, yet he wished to defer
expressions Of indignation until full particulars
were received from the White House. He
The resolution was adopted by q viUo pece
vote. On motion Of Mr. Mills the Senate took
a recess until 11.55
During the recess Mr.. Robertson received
the Associated Press dispatches, which were
read from the desk, Senators and employees
gathering about the reader. The Senate then
went into joint convention.
at Salt Lake.
SALT LAKE, July 3.-The almost universal
feeling here is one Of intense indignation,
although occasionally among the Mormon IA
natics is heard the sentiment that the act Is .
Judgment of God against President Garfield
for his stand against the Mormons.
In Bangor, Ne.
BANGOR, July 2.-Intenso excitement pre-
vailed in the city to-day. Business has been
neglected and everybody upon the streets were
anxiously awaiting Developments. Towards
evening bulletins Of an alarming nature were
received and gloom settled upon the citi-
zens In the evening q report was received,
e+o.ino +t,~4 .,o D--.ss....-K~s a,.a.- TIL. bells
of the city were tollsd, and the profoundest
sorrow prevailed. Arrangements for public
meeting had been made for tomorrow, when
dispatches were received, stating that the
President was still alive. and all hearts were
filled anew with hope. Tho greatest anxiety
still prevails.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1881-07-04
SUNDAY IN WASHINGTON.
The Public Calmer and Better Order
PraSarua1

WASHINGTON, d. c., July 3.-The evidences
OF the popular excitement in the neighborhood
OF the Executive Mansion are not SO noticea-
Bile to-day as they were yesterday. A few hun
dred people, OF whom large proportion are
colored, still linger about the main entrance of
the Executive Mansion on Pennsylvania Ave-
nue. but better police regulations are inforced
than were possible any time yesterday. The
avenue leading to the gateway is kept clear by
an armed guard and no person is admitted
without written pass from the Presidents
private secretary. The same change in the
direction of better order and stricken control is
apparent in the Executive Mansion itself.
Yesterday the official half of that building was
pondents, friends of the President and inouir
ing citizens generally, who, in their anxiety to
obtain the latest news, crowded into the upper
corridors and rooms OF the Presidents Secre
sion OF business in the Presidents private tele-
graph office. To-day no one is allowed to 90
beyond the vestible of the house. and his card
has been taken to the Presidents room by the
private secretary, and the lawlcss wandering
about OF excited people in the upper corridors
has been stopped. All the members of the
cabinet have been at the Executive Mansion
to-day and most of them have remained there
continuously. since yesterday morning, sleeping
lew hours last night in couches in the lib
rasy. Nearly all OF the promiaent executive
omcers OF the Government have calling during
the day, together with representatives of for
eign nations, Justices of the Supreme Court
who are in the city. and large number of abe
Presidents personal friends. None of them,
however, have been permitted to enter the
room In which the President lies. The strict
est quiet has been enioined and the President
has not been allowed to see any one to-day ex-
cept Mrs. Garfield, his nurse and attending
physicians. Senator Jones, of Nevada, called
this afternoon and informed the members of
the Cabinet that Vice President Arthur had
arrived in Washington and was his guest and
would like to see the President if he could be
permitted to do SO. Senator Jones was told,
however, that the physicians did not think it
best at present to allow any one to see the
President except the members of his family.
Mrs. Garfield is an nnwearied attendant at her
husbands bedside, aiding the physicians and
nurses as necessity requires and maintaining
her strength, self control and cheerful with
the firm conviction that the President will re-
cover.
Popular anxiety in the city continues with
out perceDtible abatement except that the
crowd in front of the Executive Mansion is
not so large as yesterday. The commissioners
have published card requesting people to re-
frain from all noisey demonstrations tomorrow
and and municipal regulations relative to can
non and explosives will be strictly enforced
throughout the city The weather is calm and
clear. 1t is not warm enough it is thought to
have any unfavorable influence upon the Pres
ident's condition.
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TAKEN HOME

TAKEN HOME------------
INC Scene at the White House-Effe-s. "
the Prasia~--~-~ "ciy weepinH
friends.
AT 1920 police ambulance, containing the
wounded President, and in charge of Chief
Cronan OF the fire department., with Col Rock
well personally attending the President,
reached the White House by way of the pri-
vate grounds in the rear of the mansion. Ar
irving at the stairway, directly back of the
blue room, the ambulance was brought to
stop, the President carefully removed and
placed upon stretcher and borne up the stair
way, through the blue and red rooms, to his
private apartments on the second floor and on
the south side of the mansion When being
carried through the blue room the President
made an effort with his left hand to salute
those who stood about the room and whom he
apparently recognized. Among those present
were Secretary and Mrs. Window, Admiral
Porter. Mrs. Blaine, Mrs. Attorney General
McVeagh, Mrs. Secretary Hunt and others.
The President looked very badly, despite an
evident effort to pacify the excited and weep
ing friends who had hastily assembled in this
historic room to await his arrival. The white
covering of the stretcher was crimson with the
blood which oozed from his wounds. While
the body was passing through the room to the
apartments above, Mrs. Window was overcome
with emotion and had to be conveyed to a sofa,
Mrs. Blame was also much affected, and was
taken from the room. The others present en-
gagged in suppressed conversation upon the
horrible crime, and, at short intervals, would
individually visit the apartments above to as
certain the Presidents condition. Postmaster
General James and Attorney General Mac
Veagh joined the assembly, and participated
in the conversation, the former detailing the
incidents as they occurred at the scene Of the
shooting. Presently one of the colored at
taches of the White House brought in the coat
and vest of the President, which had been re-
moved at the depot. The coat had a cut about
two and q half ippbac 1nro :vor,, diofo IN ho-
low the elbow of the right arm, which pre-
sumptively had been made by the ball first
fred by the assassin. The back portion of the
vest, near the buckle, showed hole an eighth
of an inch in diameter and was so shaped as to
lead to the conclusion that in firing this, the
probably fatal shot, the assassin held the
revolver in an inclined position, as though
reaching over some obstruction, in order to
make sure of his victim. The front portion of
the vest was covered with vomit
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THE ASSASSIN.
Sketch Of His Career by His Brother
An Eccentric and Half Crazed Man.

A Sketch OF His Career by His Brother
An Eccentric and Half Crazed Man.
BOSTON, July 1.-The name of the would be
assassin of the President is Charles Julius
Guiteau. His brother, we'll known insur-
ance statistician of this city, gives the follow
ing account of him:
Charles Julius Guiteau was born in the
town of Freeport, ILL.,, in 1841 or 1912, which
makes him 80 or 40 years of age. He one of
the children of L. w. Guteau, late cashier of
the Second National Bank of Freeport Ill,
Mr.. Guiteau, ST., died recently aged 70 years,
and was one of the elder and more esteemed
citizens OF the place. He gave his boys COM
mon school education, but their mother dying
when the children were quite young, the
family became. broken up and the children
separated. AS youth Charles julius is re-
ported to have been good, tractable boy, with
nothing to mark him as either better or worse
than the average of his associates.
Several years before he became of age, and
while preparing for college at the University
of Michigan, he conceived the idea of joining
the Oneida community, and did 80. He dwelt
there for some years and finally left because
he could not live up TO the restrictions of the
order. Full Of anger he threatened to issue a
publication exposing the peculiarites of that
community, but he was prevented from doing
that by an article written by John r. Moves,
the recognized head of the community, show
ing him up and squelching him completely.
This was some 10 years ago.
Immediately afterwood he entered upon the
study OF law in the office of George Scoville, a