Sacramento daily record-union., 1890-04-14

Quietly Passes Away.
WASHINGTON, April 13th.-It was sac
and touching scene at the Randall resi-
dence, on Capitol Hill. when Congressman
Samuel J. Randall expired at O clock this
morning. Around the bedside were gath
cred the family, Robert E. Randall, hi:
brother, the physicians and Postmaster
General Wanamaker, who had all kept 8
constant watch during the night A few
moments before death he opened his eye;
and looking tenderly at his wife, said, in 8
low voice, Mother" word filled with all
the fondest recollectlons of loving anC
happy life, and by VIII; ch he always called hi:
wife when none but the family were pres
ent. He looked into her eyes as if abou
to say something more but seemed to have
no strength left, and in few moments he
passed away.
The watchers saw all was over, and the
griefstricken wife and daughter, who
nursed and cared for him during his long
illness, could restrain their feelings INC
longer but gave way to their grief
Randall's death has been expected at any
time during the past three days, and the
family and friends knew he could not las,
much longer. Friday night had been 8
bad one for the sick man, and he had sew.
eral sinking spells, from which he rallied
to the astonishment of his physicians.
These, however, left him weaker, anG
when morning came it was evident his ex
traordinary vitality had almost left him
He rested easily and comfortably during
the fore part of the day, and the doctors
encouraged the hope that he might live fol
several days.
Shortly after 8 o'clock, however, mark &c
change was noticed, and he seemed almost
to sink away. This spell was worse thar
any of the preceding ones, and it was
thought that the end was at hand. At 4
o'clock he rallied somewhat, but it left him
with very little strength, and the doctors
became convinced that he could hardly
live through the night.
About 4:30 he had another sinking spell
and afterwards his mind became more cleal
and bright. The sick man lay in the from
room, and daylight was just beginning te
shed its ray into the sick chamber wher
Randall opened his eyes and after speaking
to his wife once gradually sank away
Around the death-bed were Mrs. Ran
dali, Mrs. Lancaster, his married daughter
her husband, Samuel Randall, Jr, DIR
Mallan and Postmaster General Wana
maker. The shock is especially severe tc
Mrs. Randall and her daughter Susan, who
have nursed the husband and father
through an illness of almost two wears
duration.
Postmaster-General Wanamaker anG
others at length succeeded in inducing
them to retire to try and refresh themselye:
with sleep.
Randall's illness dates back about five
years when DR.. Mallsn, who attended him
through his late illness, was called to trea
him for gout.
July 9th, almost two years ago, Randall
was suddenly seized with violent diarr.
hGa and hemorrhage during the night, due
to hastily eating q dish of ice-cree anC
berries during the day. This hemorrhage
was so severe that it completely prostratec
him and his life was in imminent danger
DR.. Mallan served for time previous
TO this, Randall being troubled with wha,
he supposed were hemorrhoids.
The diarrhua attack caused the disease
TO assume an acute form, and it was founC
that he suffered from extensive and ma
lignant abscess.
Randall rallied and grew stronger anG
YVES getting along fairly well until las
February, when he had severe rigeur
brought on probably by the weather Thi.
rigeur was accompanied by severe abdomi
nal pains, and there were symptoms o.
peritonitis. From this time exhaustion
began to set in, and the sick mans cours,
was downward.
Up to short time ago Randall had con
fidence in his ability to pull through, anG
told his Congressional visitors he wa:
mendipg and would be able to resume
Congressional duties.
He joined the Presbyterian Church about
two months ago, Mr.. Wanamaker having
spoken to him on the subject DR.. Chester
is the pastor and will probably conduct tn;
funeral services in this city.
The news of Randalrs death became
generally known during the day. 1t was
expected and therefore not so much of q
shock as it otherwise would have been.
A large number of persons called at tht
residence during the day to express con
dolence. The President and Mrs Harrison
sent basket of flowers, with note ex
pressing their deep sympathy. Speaker
Reed called during the afternoon
to express his regrets and learn the wishe.
of the family with respect to the funera
services. Among other callers were Secre
tary Blaine and ex-senator Ferry of Michi
gan, who stood next to Randall during tn,
electoral count proceedings, ex-Speakel
Carlisle, Representatives Breckenridge O
Kentucky, Springer of Illinois, and many
others.
The remains have been embalmed an6
placed in casket. 1t is said the dead mar
presents lifelike appearance, except tha
be is emaciated to a remarkable degree
Up to a late hour this afternoon no definit,
arrangements for the funeral had bee,
made, but it is probable the interment will
take place in Laurel Hill cemetery, Phila
delphia.
Speaker Reed said: "My esteem for hin
was very great, and 1 always had expressed
the highest admiration for his steadfastnes
and courage. He was a good friend
brave man, and a statesman beyond re
proach. Personally our relations have beer
not only friendly, but quite intimate, ant
| always regarded him as an honest man i,
public life, and he was undoubtedly maj
who had convictions and courage to stant
by them. think his death is a GREAT los
to his party and to the country, and he de
serves to be remembered for great man,
important public services"
At 10 o'clock tonight Wanamaker saij
the funeral had been fixed for Thursda,
morning. The arrangements will be il
charge of Congressional committee VIII
will be appointed tomorrow. Mrs. Ran
dali prefers services to be held in th
Metropolitan Presbyt erian Church, o