EXECUTIVE MANSION, July 3, 1881. 1 A. M. The improvement in the President’s condition, which began early in the evening, has steadily continued up to
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President Garfield’s Condition: July 2, 1881, 6:00 PM
EXECUTIVE MANSION, July 2, 1881. 6 P. M. The President has slept a few moments, but is manifestly weaker. Pulse 140, and feeble. He is
President Garfield’s Condition: July 2, 1881, 4 PM
EXECUTIVE MANSION, July 2, 1881. 4 P. M. President’s condition is now somewhat less favorable. Evidences of internal hemorrhage being distinctly recognized. Pulse, 130; temperature
President Garfield’s Condition: July 2, 1881, 12:35 PM
EXECUTIVE MANSION, July 2, 1881. 12.35 P. M. The reaction from the shock of the injury has been very gradual. He is suffering some pain,
President Garfield’s Condition: July 2, 1881, 12 PM
EXECUTIVE MANSION, July 2, 1881. 12 M. The President is somewhat restless, but is suffering less pain. Pulse 112. Some nausea and vomiting have recently
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