"Desiring to deny his advancing years and to look vigorous and powerful, Harrison refused to wear a winter coat, let alone a hat, during his speech. He followed this exercise in oratory by walking in a long and weather-hampered inaugural parade. Alas, the president contracted a bad cold that advanced into a severe case of pneumonia. Harrison died only 32 days after being sworn in -- the shortest term of presidential office in the history of the United States."We're still awaiting the details of the President's condition but hopefully he'll remain healthy enough to continue his good work in turning around our country. Meanwhile, here's a photo of Nixon jumping.
Presidential Health.
Politics If you're still trying to get your head around the rumours that President Bartlett has multiple sclerosis, remember that previous presidents have had their fair share of medical complaints. Pity William Henry Harrison, whose inauguration led to his premature death:
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