President M’Kinley Shot!

DASTARDLY ATTEMPT TO ASSASSINATE CHIEF EXECUTIVE
AT BUFFALO THIS P. M.

     WASHINGTON, D. C., Sept. 6.—Great excitement prevails here over a report that President McKinley has just been shot. At the time this bulletin is sent out no details are obtainable. It is understood, however, that the shot was fired by a would-be assassin. Further particulars will be forthcoming quickly.
     Later—McKinley has been in Buffalo attending the exercises of presidential day. This afternoon he and Mrs. McKinley and their party were to go to Niagara on a visit.
     The dastardly attempt at murder was committed while Mr. McKinley and party were on their way to the train.
     Immense excitement followed the shooting.

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     Bulletin—McKinley is reported to have been shot twice in the stomach.
     Bulletin—It is now reported that the wounds are fatal.