The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1901-09-09

IT was by far the most encouraging state
ment which had yet emerged from the sick
room, and the face of the attendant who
brought it across to the newspaper tent
fairly beamed as he handed it to the re-
porters. at is good news said he. Eager
" it was scanned and its confident tone
aroused high hopes
DOUBTS DISPELLED.
The fact that the physicians had officially
proclaimed that there were no indications
of peritonitis dispelled any misgiving that
may have been harbored that perhaps the
physicians were concealing something.
Mr.. Milburn later still further increased
the cheerful feeling by a personal state
ment to the effect that the physicians were
greatly encouraged as a result of this con-
sultation. His manner and his smiling.
happy countenance bespoke the JOY which
he Enthusiastically felt.
Before $3.50 silent crowds had congregated
at the ropes far down the intersecting
streets. Inquiries for news from the sick
room were made in whispers. as if the least
audible sound might disturb the country's
patient a third of a mile away. The re-
assuring report that there had been no
change for the worse and that the doc
tors were encouraged, was received with
many manifestations of joy. Faces bright
ened and there was much Thanksgiving.
The majority of the inquirers, after re-
ceiving the cheering news, turned back
into the heart of the city to carry the glad
tidings to their homes, but many remained
at the ropes taking up their positions as If
they intended to remain there for the re-
mainder of the day. A few who could fur
nish reasonable pretext are allowed to
pass the first line of sentries to the sec
ond rope, a block from the Milburn resi-
dence, and by 10 o'clock several hundred
people were at the inner lines on either
side.
At 10 o'clock DR.. II. A. Knoll, who
brought the X-ray machine from New
York, reached the Mflburn residence and
reported that the machine had arrived. 1t
will be brought to the house at once, but
it is understood that the physicians will
not make use of it for the present unless
signs of Inflammation appear in the To-
cality where the bullet is supposed to have
lodged. If Inflammation does not appear it
will show that the bullet has become en-
cysted and it's extraction can wait until
all danger of peritonitis or septic poisoning
is passed.
Mrs. Mckinley passed a comfortable
night, and shows no sign of breaking
down. The whole atmosphere about the
MiIburn residence is perceptibly brighter.
DIR. MBURNEY ARRIVES.
The X-ray machine arrived shortly after
10 o'clock and a few minutes afterward DR..
Charles McBurney, the famous New York
surgeon, drove hastily up to the Milburn
residence. Secretary Cortelyou and Mr..
Milburn had met him at the station. DR..
McBurney was at Stockbridge, Conn, when
the summons to come to Buffalo reached
him and he came direct from there. 1t is
explained that DR.. McBurney's appearance
in the case has no immediate significance
and does not in any way reflect upon the
attending physicians. 1t was simply de-
sired that the best talent in the country in
medicine and surgery should be present in
order that in the event of a fatal termina-
ton of the Presidents wound, there could
be no criticism and his family and friends
would have nothing with which to reproach
themselves. DR.. McBurney is considered
one of the leading surgeons of the country
and his reputation is worldwide. His coun-
sci is desired, although the Presidents ad-
visers have the fullest confidence in DIR.
aim, WIZ dlSO enjoys the highest ISpubd-
ton as surgeon. Indeed he is considered
by far the ablest surgeon in this part Of
the State. The President, who was free
from pain for the first few hours after the
shooting has suffered considerably since
and when unconscious or semi-conscious
means as if in agony. When completely
conscious, however, he bravely gives no
sign of suffering.
Major and Mrs. Rand, who are intimate
friends of the President and Mrs. Mckinley,
reached Buffalo this morning from Wash
ington and went Immediately to the Mil
burn residence. Mrs. Rand is one OF Mrs.
McKinley's closest personal friends and her
presence with the Presidents wife during
this trying period will be. it is believed. a
great comfort to the latter.
Secretary Wilson, Secretary Proctor, of
Vermont, and Major General Brooke were
admitted to the Milburn residence about IL
o'clock and appeared greatly encoura ged
by the news they received. Secretary
Cortelyou sauntered over TO the newspaper
reservation about 1870 and when ques-
toned stated emphatically that he felt
much relieved that no unfavorable symp-
toms had appeared. He said the bulletin
issued this morning was without doubt the
most favorable yet issued.
Secretary Gage and Secretary Root ar
rived at the Milburn residence at 1l:4O and
were received in the drawing-room by Sec
rotary Cortelyou. Secretary Root was ac-
companied by his physician. DR.. Dixon.
who came to Buffalo with him from South
ampton.
Senator Fairbanks left the Milburn house
at 12:40 p. m. full of hope. He said the
physicians felt certain and confident OF the
Presidents recovery.
NO UNAVOIDABLE SYMPTOM.
DR.. McBurney, after a thorough exam
ination Of the President. reported that he
had not found a single unfavorable symp-
tom. There was not the slightest indication
of peritonitis. This opinion OF the famous
physician carries much weight
A local physician, specialist with whom
Dr. Park has consulted, told Representa-
tive Alexander that Or. Park was exceed
ingly hopeful. He said TO Mr.. Alexander:
Il feel certain the President will get well.
This is not 1881. but 1901, and great strides
have been made in surgery In the last
twenty years"
The following bulletin was issued by the
Presidents physicians at Y o'clock. noon:
THE improvement in the Presidents CON
diton has continued since last bulletin.