September 8, 2003

Governor O'Bannon in critical condition in Chicago

Indiana Governor Frank O'Bannon, 73, is in critical condition at Northwestern Memorial Hospital emergency room in Chicago. According to emergency personnel of Chicago Fire Department, he could not respond and was unconscious when taken to the hospital. He collapsed around 9:15 a.m. at the Palmer House Hilton Hotel where he as attending the Midwest Japanese American Economic Conference. He was one of five governors scheduled to speak today.

Governor and Mrs. Judy O'Bannon are members of Central United Methodist Church in Indianapolis. Mrs. O'Bannon is in route to the hospital from Midway Airport.

Bishop White has been informed and has asked prayers for Governor and Mrs. O'Bannon.

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