THE KING’S ILLNESS.

Gisborne Times, Volume VII, Issue 460, 3 July 1902, Page 2

THE KING’S ILLNESS.

STILL DOING WELL

By Telegraph—Press AssociationCopyright. LONDON, July 1. A bulk-un issued al in o'clock ih s morning states that i 1 is Majesty had an excellent night, and enjoyed a good natural sleep. He has gained some strength, and there are substantial 1111-prou-nichts in all respects.

A bulletin issued at 7 p in. statethat the advancement is maintained and His .Majesty's appetite is improv-

The dri-sOng of me wound causes less pain, hut the King is still easily fatigued with the least exertion.

A REFRESHING SLEEP.

CAN APPRECIATE STRING BANDS. THE ROYAL LEVEE. By Telegraph—Press Assrcmtion—Copyright London, July 2. King Edward slc-pt for nine hums, and afterwards partook of a good breakfast and enjoyed a cigar. II" was able to appreciate tho string music of hands. Tho leading colonial and South African veterans passed the- palace to t'nc review.

The King was extremely anxious to learn the details of the ceremony. The Queen on returning at 12.80 found the patient progressing favorably. The King was removed to a couch in the afternoon, the change of position affording relief. There has been satisfactory progress up to last night. The Colonial Premiers occupied the stands below the windows of tho leveeroom.

Sir Wilfrid Laurier, and Sir E. Burton and Mr Sc-ddon led, and there were hearty outbursts of greetings. The Queen, who was attired in a bright summer costume, immediately recognised the loyal enthusiastic statesmen, us also did the Princess of Wales.

Both, looking pale, smiled and bowed acknowledgments. They aiso expressed themselves pleased with the reception. After the Royal salute further clieering heralded the approach of the Prince of Wales and cavalcade, including Lord Roberts, who was ahead of tile Prince, also the Headquarters Staff, Indian aides, foreign attaches, and military guests. Rarely has there been a finer display of varied uniforms, tho Prince of Wales and generals wearing uniform ribbon of St Michael. The Duke of Connaught saluted the Queen with the sword, offering her a copy of the parade state. Thereupon tho lines wore inspected, the Queen's carriage preceding the cavalcade. The distributing of honors and proclamations for deeds of gallantry followed.

THE LATEST BULLETIN,

STEADY PROGRESS .IN ALL RESPECTS.

By Telegraph—Press Association—Copyrigh London, July 2.

The 10.20 a.tn. Bulletin states that the King had an excellent night, and is making steady progress i.. all respects. The wound is much less troublesome, and is beginning to heal.