The Evening critic. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1881-1885, 1881-08-06
THE PRESIDENT.
strong Proof OF the Patients I'm
proved Condition.


proved Condition.
No new symptoms have been developed |
in the Presidents case, and the daily re-
ports of his improvement arc becoming |
Happily the absence of
startling news from the Executive Mansion
is strong proof of the patients improved |
condition. The most encouraging feature |
in the case is the fact that the President |
sleeps naturally without the use of ano-
dynes. His tongue, which has long shown
evidences Of fever and of a disordered con-
dition Of the mucous membranes, Is now as
Stunning its natural appearance, and there is
noticeable improvement in the pro-
ccsscs of digestion and assimilation.
The wound continues to present
u healthy appearance, the discharge
is in every respect satisfactory, and there is
a strong probability, although It is not
founded on positive evidence, that the ball
is becoming cncystcd. The hypodcrmic in
lection of sulphate of morphia was again
omitted last night and the patient slept
quietly without it. Tho President was
more cheerful and laxative than Usual yes
tcrday, and expressed himself rs gratifcd
that the hypodcrmic injection had been dis
continued. So far all tho hypodcrfiic in
jections of morphia have been introduced in
his right arm. He said that if he required
"any more sleep-encouragers he would
prefer 1t to be put in his left arm, so as to
give the other - rest. The wound made by
the hypodcrmic Is not much larger than If
made by the point Of needle, the point of
the syringe being of steele and nearly as
sharp as needle When solution is made,
only onc-fourth of teaspoonful of water is
needed. This being forced under the skin
produces at first a small bulb-shaped raising,
which disappears in few minutes. The
morphia has an effect when introduced in
this way almost instantly, when there is
nothing to prevent it, such as pain or excite
ment. This method avoids the nausea that
occurs at times when it is taken in the
stomach, and besides leaves little or no UNI
pleasant aftcr-cffects, such as ringing in the
head, constipation of the bowels, &c.
Another Favorable Day.
The regular bulletin issued this morning
was as follows:
EXECUTIVE MANSION, August @, $50 a.
m.-Thc President has passed an excellent
night, sleeping sweetly the greater part of
the time without the aid of morphia or any
other anodyne. This morning he is cheer
full, and all the indications promise another
favorable. day. Pulse, 92; temperature,
0S.4o; respiration, IL. y. ifs
d. W. Bliss, J.K. BARNES, y
J. j. WOODWARD, ROBERT REYBURN,
FRANK II. HAMILTON.
No Definite Plans for Future MOve-
| ments.
IL can be stated positively that no
definite plans have been arranged for the
| Presidents future movements In the first
place he will not be able to bear removal
even for drive for two weeks at least, and
the probability of any extended journey
for some time yet are extremely unlikely.
Three schemes have been mentioned in this
connection, and have taken firm hold of
the public mind. One is, that he is to be
hurried off to sea in the Tallapoosa; an
other, that he is to be dragged off to Men
tor at the first opportunity, and the third
is, that he is to be speedily transferred to
the Soldiers Home. All three of these
trips may be made, but there is just as
much chance of his going anywhere else.
1t is more than likely that the first move
made with the President will be to the Sol.
diers' Home, where the first days of his con-
valescence will be passed. 1t is also prob
able that he will be given short trip on
the TallapoOsa, in the course of a month or
so, if it is deemed advisable by his physi-
clans. A visit may also be paid to Mentor
sometime before Christmas, if nothing
should occur to prevent.
Contributions Received.
A dressed dcerskin has been received at
who stated In note that deerskins were
now greatly in demand as couches for in
valids, being softer, cooler and more open
than other skins. 1t was sent into the
Presidents room
There were two more contributions OF
fruit received at the White House this
morning. One was basket of large red
plums from Mrs. DIR, w. Lee White, of An
acostia, and the other a basket of luscious
strawberries from w. II. Ward, of New
York.
/ tory.
All the physicians We're present ut the
noon examination, and express themselves
as being well satisfied with the progress Of
the case up to that time. The pulse was
then 100 and temperature and respiration
normal. DIR. Hamilton has said that the
President is doing admirably. The Presi.
dent told him that to-day was his best day
yet, or, at least, he felt so. DIR. Hamilton
also states that the President was resting
| quietly today, with his head and shoulders
raised higher than on any previous day,
and says that IL the President continues to
improve at the present rate he will be able
to sit ZIP by himself in week or ten days
evening, and DIR. Agnew will arrive here ia
the morning.
IN addition to his usual breakfast of beef.
steak, toast, and milk and potatoes, the
President to-day had a few Strawberries and
small glass Of claret wine.
.glfgvn3 II. M. rlaal
The Presidents condition remains url
changed since the last report and he is as
comfortable as possible under the circum
stances. His room is kept so cool and
pleasant that he can't realize the excessive
heat which is having such depressing
effect on the outside world.
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The City Hall Extension.
1t is asserted that the work on the City
Hall extension has been "slurred;" that il
has been delayed from the very beginning
by the failure of the contractors to forward
; the necessary supplies. A few days ago il
was stated in THE CRITIC that the work
upon the building had been stopped by
strike of the hod-carrcrs. The work wa.
resumed yesterday but it was suspended al
p. IN. in order that the worlmen might
90 to work on a house in the First ward
for the erection Of which Mr.. King tn,
contractor of the brickwork for the City
Hall extension, is contractor. Mr.. King, il
is understood, gave as reason for the with
{ drawal of the workmen that the stonema
! l,a1 In. LII h..,al