The Story Of Ishi, The Yahi Man Who Emerged From The California Wilderness — Then Became A “Living Exhibit” In San Francisco

Saxton Pope treated him.

There were discussions about rest, exercise, and whether he should be moved somewhere with cleaner air.

But medicine did not yet have antibiotics capable of curing tuberculosis.

Once the disease became active and advanced, the available treatment was limited.

Ishi’s condition worsened through late 1915 and early 1916.

He lost strength.

He coughed.

He struggled with food and pain.

In March 1916, he was admitted again to the University of California hospital.

On March 25, he died.