The King.

Manawatu Herald, 28 June 1902, Page 2

The King.

LONDON. The news came like a thunder-clap. The nation understood that the King had quite recovered, though the public was suspicious, because of his taking daily drives in Windsor Park in a closed carriage. The King’s presence at a banquet at the Princes' reception to the Royal suites on Monday night appeared to confirm the recovery. It was officially announced at Guildhall that the Coronation would be impossible for two or three months. “St James’s Gazette" states that the King was unwell before starting 6n the visit to Aldershot on the 14th. His pbysiciens attempted to dissuade him going, but he insisted, and bis symptoms were aggravated. That night be had a slight fit, lasting several minutes. When informed of the necessity > for an operation, his Majesty, after expressing his grief at the public disappointment, manfully added, “ Operation or no operation, I must be at the Abbey," When he recovered consciousness after the operation his Majesty inquired for the Prince of Wales, and spoke to him calmly, saying be felt relieved at the result. In the House of Lords Lord Salisbury emphasised the opinion of the physicians, who said there was every hope and prospect of a speedy and favourable issue. The Archduke Francis Albert of Belgium, Prince Regent Luitpold of Bavaria and Admiral Gervais have already departed from London. Latest. CONDITION SATISFACTORY. A bulletin issued at 2 o'clock on Thursday states that the condition of the King remains satisfactory. The latest bulletins have greatly reassured the public and a hopeful spirit prevails. The Duke of Connaught informed a reporter that the King’s pulse and temperatnre were in a normal condition and most satisfactory. A bulletin issued at seven on Thursday night states the King passed a good day and has taken nourishment well. His Majesty is less weak and his temperature is normal.