Linnaeus L.S. Bitting, MD
Described as a "brilliant, skilled and successful practitioner", Dr. L.S. Bitting was chief physician at the Maternite Hospital in Baltimore before he passed away.
"DR. BITTING'S DEATH. Believed to Have Been Insane When He Took His Life:
The remains of Dr. Linnaeus L. Bitting, who committed suicide on Saturday in Baltimore, arrived last evening at the home of his father, Rev. C.C. Bitting at No. 3920 Girard avenue. The obsequies, which will be strictly private, will be held this morning. Besides the officiating clergyman, only the immediate family will be in attendance.
It is stated that Dr. Bitting had of late, become addicted to the use of intoxicants, and while under the influence, would act as though his mind was impaired. It is believed that while in this condition , he committed the rash act. The prevailing impression that the young physician had fallen in love and on this account took his life is characterized as being untrue. He is said to have been a studious and untiring scholar and a model and considerate son.
Recently his father, who was stopping with his family at the Thousand Isles, received a very affectionate letter from him. Later on the reverend gentleman mailed a note to his son, and inclosed money in it, without making any allusion to the cash. Several weeks ago the deceased performed two successful operations, which were considered remarkable for such a young physician. He was not known to have contracted any debts, and is said to have abhorred money lending.
Arrangements had been made for Dr. Bitting to accompany the family on a trip to the Thousand Isles, but a few days before his father left this city, he notified him of his resolution to remain in Baltimore on account of attending two urgent cases of sickness. When the news of Dr. Bitting's death was telegraphed to the family, his father, accompanied by two daughters, left immediately for this city. The family is overcome with grief on account of the young man's untimely death, and claim that he was undoubtedly demented at the time of the suicide.
All statements agree in commending Dr. Bitting as a bright and skillful practitioner and a loving son. Telegrams of condolence from a number of the persons who knew the young man have been received by the sorrowing father."
-The Philadelphia Inquirer, Aug 24, 1886
Linnaeus was the youngest son of Caroline Shattinger/Shaddinger and C.C. Bitting
he was 25 years, 10 months and 7 days old
Described as a "brilliant, skilled and successful practitioner", Dr. L.S. Bitting was chief physician at the Maternite Hospital in Baltimore before he passed away.
"DR. BITTING'S DEATH. Believed to Have Been Insane When He Took His Life:
The remains of Dr. Linnaeus L. Bitting, who committed suicide on Saturday in Baltimore, arrived last evening at the home of his father, Rev. C.C. Bitting at No. 3920 Girard avenue. The obsequies, which will be strictly private, will be held this morning. Besides the officiating clergyman, only the immediate family will be in attendance.
It is stated that Dr. Bitting had of late, become addicted to the use of intoxicants, and while under the influence, would act as though his mind was impaired. It is believed that while in this condition , he committed the rash act. The prevailing impression that the young physician had fallen in love and on this account took his life is characterized as being untrue. He is said to have been a studious and untiring scholar and a model and considerate son.
Recently his father, who was stopping with his family at the Thousand Isles, received a very affectionate letter from him. Later on the reverend gentleman mailed a note to his son, and inclosed money in it, without making any allusion to the cash. Several weeks ago the deceased performed two successful operations, which were considered remarkable for such a young physician. He was not known to have contracted any debts, and is said to have abhorred money lending.
Arrangements had been made for Dr. Bitting to accompany the family on a trip to the Thousand Isles, but a few days before his father left this city, he notified him of his resolution to remain in Baltimore on account of attending two urgent cases of sickness. When the news of Dr. Bitting's death was telegraphed to the family, his father, accompanied by two daughters, left immediately for this city. The family is overcome with grief on account of the young man's untimely death, and claim that he was undoubtedly demented at the time of the suicide.
All statements agree in commending Dr. Bitting as a bright and skillful practitioner and a loving son. Telegrams of condolence from a number of the persons who knew the young man have been received by the sorrowing father."
-The Philadelphia Inquirer, Aug 24, 1886
Linnaeus was the youngest son of Caroline Shattinger/Shaddinger and C.C. Bitting
he was 25 years, 10 months and 7 days old
Linnaeus L.S. Bitting, MD
Described as a "brilliant, skilled and successful practitioner", Dr. L.S. Bitting was chief physician at the Maternite Hospital in Baltimore before he passed away.
"DR. BITTING'S DEATH. Believed to Have Been Insane When He Took His Life:
The remains of Dr. Linnaeus L. Bitting, who committed suicide on Saturday in Baltimore, arrived last evening at the home of his father, Rev. C.C. Bitting at No. 3920 Girard avenue. The obsequies, which will be strictly private, will be held this morning. Besides the officiating clergyman, only the immediate family will be in attendance.
It is stated that Dr. Bitting had of late, become addicted to the use of intoxicants, and while under the influence, would act as though his mind was impaired. It is believed that while in this condition , he committed the rash act. The prevailing impression that the young physician had fallen in love and on this account took his life is characterized as being untrue. He is said to have been a studious and untiring scholar and a model and considerate son.
Recently his father, who was stopping with his family at the Thousand Isles, received a very affectionate letter from him. Later on the reverend gentleman mailed a note to his son, and inclosed money in it, without making any allusion to the cash. Several weeks ago the deceased performed two successful operations, which were considered remarkable for such a young physician. He was not known to have contracted any debts, and is said to have abhorred money lending.
Arrangements had been made for Dr. Bitting to accompany the family on a trip to the Thousand Isles, but a few days before his father left this city, he notified him of his resolution to remain in Baltimore on account of attending two urgent cases of sickness. When the news of Dr. Bitting's death was telegraphed to the family, his father, accompanied by two daughters, left immediately for this city. The family is overcome with grief on account of the young man's untimely death, and claim that he was undoubtedly demented at the time of the suicide.
All statements agree in commending Dr. Bitting as a bright and skillful practitioner and a loving son. Telegrams of condolence from a number of the persons who knew the young man have been received by the sorrowing father."
-The Philadelphia Inquirer, Aug 24, 1886
Linnaeus was the youngest son of Caroline Shattinger/Shaddinger and C.C. Bitting
he was 25 years, 10 months and 7 days old
Described as a "brilliant, skilled and successful practitioner", Dr. L.S. Bitting was chief physician at the Maternite Hospital in Baltimore before he passed away.
"DR. BITTING'S DEATH. Believed to Have Been Insane When He Took His Life:
The remains of Dr. Linnaeus L. Bitting, who committed suicide on Saturday in Baltimore, arrived last evening at the home of his father, Rev. C.C. Bitting at No. 3920 Girard avenue. The obsequies, which will be strictly private, will be held this morning. Besides the officiating clergyman, only the immediate family will be in attendance.
It is stated that Dr. Bitting had of late, become addicted to the use of intoxicants, and while under the influence, would act as though his mind was impaired. It is believed that while in this condition , he committed the rash act. The prevailing impression that the young physician had fallen in love and on this account took his life is characterized as being untrue. He is said to have been a studious and untiring scholar and a model and considerate son.
Recently his father, who was stopping with his family at the Thousand Isles, received a very affectionate letter from him. Later on the reverend gentleman mailed a note to his son, and inclosed money in it, without making any allusion to the cash. Several weeks ago the deceased performed two successful operations, which were considered remarkable for such a young physician. He was not known to have contracted any debts, and is said to have abhorred money lending.
Arrangements had been made for Dr. Bitting to accompany the family on a trip to the Thousand Isles, but a few days before his father left this city, he notified him of his resolution to remain in Baltimore on account of attending two urgent cases of sickness. When the news of Dr. Bitting's death was telegraphed to the family, his father, accompanied by two daughters, left immediately for this city. The family is overcome with grief on account of the young man's untimely death, and claim that he was undoubtedly demented at the time of the suicide.
All statements agree in commending Dr. Bitting as a bright and skillful practitioner and a loving son. Telegrams of condolence from a number of the persons who knew the young man have been received by the sorrowing father."
-The Philadelphia Inquirer, Aug 24, 1886
Linnaeus was the youngest son of Caroline Shattinger/Shaddinger and C.C. Bitting
he was 25 years, 10 months and 7 days old
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