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–19,423 US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 118.[1]

Alabama ( 342) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 118.

Arizona ( 19) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 118.

Arkansas ( 571) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 118.

California ( 396) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 119.

Colorado ( 183) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 119.

Connecticut ( 327) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 124.

Delaware ( 73) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 125.

District of Columbia ( 88) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 130.

Florida ( 80) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 130.

Georgia ( 258) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 130.

Idaho ( 7) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 131.

Illinois (1,318) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 131.

Indian Territory ( 156) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 137.

Indiana ( 619) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 136.

Iowa ( 286) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 137.

Kansas ( 277) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 142.

Kentucky ( 575) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 142.

Louisiana ( 271) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 143.

Maine ( 276) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 143.

Maryland ( 312) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 148.

Massachusetts (1,206) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 148.

Michigan ( 464) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 161.

Minnesota ( 317) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 166.

Mississippi ( 211) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 167.

Missouri ( 827) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 167.

Montana ( 43) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 172.

Nebraska ( 138) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 172.

Nevada ( 3) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 173.

New Hampshire ( 180) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 173.

New Jersey ( 909) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 178.

New Mexico ( 12) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 179.

New York (2,602) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 184.

North Carolina ( 320) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 191.

North Dakota ( 36) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 196.

Ohio (1,189) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 196.

Oklahoma ( 85) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 202.

Oregon ( 67) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 202.

Pennsylvania (1,613) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 202.

Rhode Island ( 156) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 209.

South Carolina ( 112) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 209.

South Dakota ( 40) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 214.

Tennessee ( 595) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 214.

Texas ( 523) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 215.

Utah ( 59) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 215.

Vermont ( 121) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 215.

Virginia ( 414) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 220.

Washington ( 95) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 220.

West Virginia ( 183) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 221.

Wisconsin ( 449) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 221.

Wyoming ( 11) US Census. Statistics of Deaths. 1902, Table 7, p. 225.

Narrative Information

Healthline: “Meningitis is a swelling of the membranes around the spinal cord and brain. It can be caused by fungi, parasites, or even injury. Most often, it’s caused by viral or bacterial infection. Children are especially vulnerable to bacterial meningitis. Symptoms begin within a week after exposure. Common symptoms include headache, fever, and skin rash. Some types of meningitis are even life-threatening….

“Whether meningitis is contagious or not depends on the cause and the type….

“Fungal meningitis is not contagious….

“Parasitic meningitis is extremely rare and life-threatening…it isn’t contagious….

“Viral meningitis is the most common type, but it’s not usually life-threatening. The enteroviruses that cause meningitis can spread through direct contact with saliva, nasal mucus, or feces. They easily spread through coughing and sneezing. Direct or indirect contact with an infected person increases your risk of getting the same virus….Arboviruses that cause meningitis can be transmitted through insects like mosquitoes and ticks. Infection is most likely to occur in summer and early fall….

“Bacterial meningitis is a serious illness and can be life-threatening. It’s most often caused by Neisseria meningitides or Streptococcus pneumoniae….Prolonged close contact with an infected person may increase risk of transmission. This is a concern in daycare centers, schools, and college dormitories….

“Stay up to date with immunizations and booster shots for meningitis.”

Sources

Healthline.com. “How Contagious is Meningitis?” Accessed 6-19-2018 at: https://www.healthline.com/health/how-contagious-meningitis#avoiding-meningitis

United States Census Office. Vital Statistics Vol. IV, Part II, Statistics of Deaths. Twelfth Census of the United States, Taken in the Year 1900. Washington, DC: 1902. Accessed 6-9-2018 at: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/vsushistorical/vsush_1900_4.pdf

[1] Table 7 — Deaths from each Reported Cause by State. Cause of Death number 141.