Susquehanna Flood Drowns Lights and Streams Vex Columbia
Ice jam on the Susquehanna after a late afternoon break near Columbia caused the river to back up eight or nine feet, flooding boiler rooms and submerging tracks and mills. Conestoga and Slack Water dams suffered damage as Safe Harbor discharge swelled the flood, leaving Lancaster streets dark and raising fears of mill closures. The river continued to rise toward midnight.
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Lancaster
Columbia
Susquehanna
Marietta
Electric Light Plant
Columbia & Port Deposit Railroad
Susquehanna Iron Company
Conestoga
Safe Harbor
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Wrightsville
Storm Covers Vast Pacific Area in Record Sweep
Seattle reports a Pacific coast storm described as the largest in area since observation began. Director Salisbury notes the circular system exceeded 2,500 miles in diameter, stretching from Southern California to the Alaskan coast with peak winds at Neah Bay and Seattle.
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Seattle
Salisbury
Local Weather Bureau
Pacific
the Bureau
California
Alaskan
Cape Flattery
Neah Bay
Vessels Face Landing Ban From Pacific Storms
Storms off Lower California coast prevent landings at Ensenada and other ports. The St Denis fails to discharge cargo between San Diego and Ensenada as bad surf swamps a load. The Curacao also cannot land at Ensenada and withdraws after losing a load.
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San Diego
Cal
Lower California
St. Denis
Lower California Development Company
Ensenada
Curacoa
Pacific Coast Steamship Company
Ice on Allegheny May Break Up Tomorrow or Thursday
Pittsburg reports at midnight the Allegheny river ice surge may loosen soon. A government observer stated the river’s condition suggests breakup possible tomorrow or Thursday night with unpredictable consequences and potential local disaster if it moves out or gorges.
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Pittsburg
Allegheny River
Flooding Near Schuylkill Dams Industry Hit by Rising Waters
The Schuylkill River stands 16 feet above normal in Philadelphia on February 26 with rapid rise. The Manayunk mill district is under water and many factories along the river banks are flooded or inundated.
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Philadelpha
Schuyhill
Manayukay
Flooding Closes Towns Along Tagus River
Heavy rains flood villages along the Tagus. The Liz river bursts its banks and Leira is inundated to a depth of six feet.
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Lisbon
Tagus
Leira
River flood risk eases near Philadelphia as water rises slow
In Philadelphia on Feb 26, authorities said the danger of serious damage along the levee and river vicinity has apparently passed due to the rapid rise slowing. The report notes closures and monitoring ongoing with no major breaks reported.
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Philadelphia
Flood Waters Rising Along Ohio River at Huntington
Streams are rising across West Virginia as of Feb 26 with the Ohio River at 26.1 feet and increasing. Major tributaries feed higher water levels as rainfall continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntington
W. Va
Ohio
West Virginia
Repossession to Conclr Philippine Tariff Bill Sent to Conference
The House sent the Philippine tariff bill to conference after non concurrence with Senate amendments. Representative Tawney of Minnesota clarified a prior misimpression about Governor Toole of Montana and his stance on the northwest railroad merger. Speaker Loud sought unanimous consent to take up the rural free delivery classification bill next Monday.
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Washington
House
Senate
Tawney
Minnesota
Toole
Montana
van Sant
Loud
California
Burtson
Northwest Railroad
House Concludes Philippine tariff bill debate and adopts Senate amendments
The House debated amendments to the Philippine tariff bill with obstruction tactics and a minority demand for regular order. A proviso by Mr Richardson sought relinquishing sovereignty and trading relations with the Philippines, but was ruled out of order. Conference was requested, conferees named, and the House adjourned at 2 05 P M.
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Minnesota
Payne
Ways and Means
Senate
House
Richardson
Tennessee
United States
Philippine Islands
Philippines
Messrs. Payne
New York
Dalzell
Pennsylvania
Senate Adjourns After McLaurin Tillman Debate Stalemate
Washington February 26 The Senate galleries packed as debate over McLaurin and Tillman suing to participate while under contempt continues. Foraker moves adjournment to 1145 a m tomorrow for McKinley memorial events. Burrows reports the committee considers a very important question and moves to adjourn without objection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
McLaurin and
Tillman
South Carolina
Foraker
Ohio
McKinley
House of Representatives
Burrows
Michigan
Committee On Privileges and Elections
Excessive Railroad Rates Spark Vancouver protest
Information from Vancouver reports that White Pass & Yukon Railway seeks to recoup by raising 21 mile US territory charges from Skagway to the Summit. Atlin board protests tariffs claimed as $1.75 to cover the line from Seaboard to White Horse, with four leg fares shown as $5.75 to White Horse and $3.40 for loads over 200 tons. A case shows a 1550 pound Pump paying $62.80 for 21 miles vs $8.40 for nearly 1000 miles, highlighting alleged overcharges between Seattle, Skagway, and Caribou Crossing.
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Vancouver
B. C
White Pass
Seaboard
White Horse
Atlin Board of Trade
Seattle
Skagway
Skueg Way
Caribou Crossing
Summit
Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Endorsed by Mother
Testimonial from Mrs J H Haskins of Chicago praising Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound and Pills for relief during pregnancy and postnatal health with offer of free counsel by mail from Mrs Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts.
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Mrs. Pinknam
Lydia FE. Pinkham
J. H. Haskins
Lydia J. Pinkam
Lydia F.pinkham
J. H. Wasxrins
Indiana Ave
Chicago
Vpipicham
Lynn
Mass
Atlin Board Plans US Consul Appeal on Charge Relief
The Atlin board intends to appeal to United States Consul Dudley in Vancouver to raise a charge issue not specified in Caribou Crossing to White Horse. The aim is to bring authorities there to bear on relief in the matter.
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Caribou Crossing
White Horse
Atlin
Board of Trade
United States
Dudley
Vancouver
Directors to be examined in Montana Ore case
Franklin Bien seeks subpoenas for the examination of 12 individuals including Henry Rogers and John Stillman in a Montana trespass suit over a five sixths Michael Devitt lode. Examinations in New York hearings set for March 3 before Commissioner William Klein to aid the defense. two prior trials ended with mixed outcomes.
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The
Standard
New York
United States Circuit Court
Franklin Bien
Montana
I. Rollins Morse
Montana Ore Purchasing Company
Michael Devitt Lode
Lacombe
Henry i Rogers
William G. Rockefeller
Anson R. Flower
James Philips, Jr
Percival A. McIntosh
Robert Bacon
Leonard Lewisohn
William G. Riley
Irrederick P. Olcott
James Stillman
Adolph Lewisohn
A. C. Burrage
IX. Rollins Morse
Butte
William Klein
Mr. Bien
John Garver
Amalgamated Company
Helena
Bien
Missoula Notes Chronicle Local Visitors and Events
Missoula notes list visitors from Ovando Lolo Billings Hamilton and Butte including C A Jackways T H Elliott J P Flanagan C M McFarlant Dr N H Goodenow Margaret Farrell and others. Local social events supply a Presbyterian church social and a visit by Mrs E B Quimby to Hope.
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J. P. Flanagan
Victor
C. M. McFarlant
Billings
Missoula
N. H. Goodenow
Hamilton
Margaret Farrell
the Presbyterian Church
Woodmen Smoke Social In Missoula Hall
The Woodmen of the World held a crowded smoker in Odd Fellows hall with Mayor Steywynn, Joseph M. Dixon, and Mr Healey speaking. George Green wood played piano, Edward Vassar performed a two step, and Anderson sang. Cigar coffee and cake served as plans for May initiation and banquet were announced.
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Missoula
Woodmen of the World
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Lodge
Steywynn
Joseph M. Dixon
Mr. Healey
George Greenwood
Edward Vassar
Mr. Anderson
Falkenburg
McQuarrie Estate Inventory Filed in Missoula
The inventory and appraisement in the Herbert MecQuar rie estate was filed today with the district court clerk. Appraisers were F. T. Sterling, T. 4. Thompson and F. P. Keith. The estate includes an undivided one half interest in horses wagons logging apparatus cooking outfits blacksmith tools a sawmill money and a quarter mining claim valued at $2346.
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Missoula
Herbert MecQuarrie
District Court
F. T. Sterling
Thompson
F. P. Keith
Conferees Reach Agreement on Permanent Census Bureau Bill
Washington February 26 conferees from both houses agreed on a bill to create a permanent census bureau. The measure retains most Senate amendments and keeps the civil service provision. All existing office employees except unskilled laborers would come under civil service protection.
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Washington
Houses
Congress
Senate
Funeral services held for Billy Borerson in aston
Funeral services for William F. Redmond known as Billy Borerson the minstrel were held at St Josephs church in aston with many in the theatrical profession and the Elks in attendance. The body was then placed on a train bound for San Francisco.
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Aston
William F. Redmond
Billy Borerson
Minstrel
St. Joseph's Church
Theatrical
Order of Elks
San Francisco
Prince Henry of Prussia Dines With U.S. Press World
Prince Henry of Prussia attended a mass luncheon at the Waldorf Astoria hosted by Herman Ridder. Editors and leaders of American journalism gathered 1,000 guests, praising German ties and sending greetings to the Kaiser as the prince visits New York.
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Prince Henry
Herman Ridder
New York Staaats-Zeitung
United States
Waldorf-Astoria
Suests
Astor Gallery
Hermann Ridder
Kaiser Wilhelm
Melville KE
Stone
Melville Fef. Stone
Georgia Judge Cured by Peruna
An alarming account describes a Georgia judge afflicted with catarrah of the lungs. It claims three paths from cold to consumption and urges Peruna as a cure, asserting thousands can be saved or eased by starting treatment promptly.
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Peruna
Peruna Credited With Cure Of Judge Durham In Georgia
In Greensboro Georgia on March 3 1900 Judge Durham famed local official credits Peruna with curing catarrh of the lungs. The statement notes prior illness threats of consumption and a rapid recovery after using Peruna supported by testimonial letters. A $10000 bank deposit guarantees testimonial authenticity and anti foul play.
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Greensboro
Durham
Hustla Cilizens
Market Exchange Bank
Columbus
Ohio
Lung Trouble Cured by Peruna Letter from Texas
Miss Lou Ware of Bryan Texas writes that after measles and confinement she suffered throat and lung trouble. She credits Peruna with restoring her voice and claims the cure was perfected after trials with other products. She urges sending for a free book from the Peruna Medicine Co Columbus Ohio.
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Lou Ware
Bryan
Texas
Peruna
Peruna Medicine Co
Columbus
Ohio
de Hartman
Roosevelt Sends Cable to German Emperor on Meteor Launch
Miss Roosevelt in New York wires the German Emperor congratulating him on the Meteor launch. She thanks him for his courtesy and extends best wishes in a formal diplomatic note.
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Washington
New York
Miss Roosevelt
Berlin
Germany
Alice Lee Roosevelt
Prince Henry Invited to Ottawa Visit by Governor General
Prince Henry has received an invitation from Canada's governor general to visit him at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on February 26. No reply from the prince has been received yet.
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Ottawa
Ont
Prince Henry
Governor General of
Canada
English Press Rebuked Over Henry of Prussia Visit
The Westminster Gazette rebukes English newspapers for their coverage of the Henry of Prussia visit to the United States urging papers to stop portraying Britain as eager to accommodate the visiting prince. The notice criticizes the press for a policy that places Britain in an awkward position.
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London
Henry of Prussia
United States
Westminster Gazette
Great Britain
Gratitude Claim Arises From Past Favors Across Oceans
An elderly claimant described a historical debt spanning Germany and the United States as she sought acknowledgment for past favors. The remarks imply long standing gratitude linked to earlier aid or support across nations.
Emperor William Pleased by Prince Henry Visit
Berlin reports continue to follow with interest the movements of Prince Henry and the gracious reception in the United States. Emperor William expresses pleasure at the cordiality between President Roosevelt and Prince Henry and believes the visit will foster lasting friendship between Germany and the United States.
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Prince Henry
United States
New York
Farragut
Germany
Atlantic Ocean
Berlin
William
Roosevelt
House Passes Prince Henry Reception Order in Boston
In Boston on February 26 the house acted on the senate bill for Prince Henry’s visit. Socialist representatives Carey and McCartney of Haverhill and Rockland urged opposition but the measure passed by a rising vote with only the two dissenters remaining seated.
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Boston
Senate
Prince Henry
Carey
Haverhill
McCartney
Rockland
Prince Henry of Prussia to dine with President Roosevelt
Washington February 26 Prince Henry of Prussia will be the guest of the President and Mrs Roosevelt at dinner tomorrow. The guest list will be extremely small and the occasion will be as informal as the rank of the visitor and the dignity of the host permit.
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Washington
Prince Henry of
Prussia
Roosevelt
Prince Henry Heads to Washington on Special Train
Prince Henry and his suite departed Jersey City for Washington in a special Pennsylvania Line train at 1 30 this morning. The trip is expected to reach Washington by 9 a m.
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New York
Prince Henry
Jersey City
Washington
Pennsylvania Road
Transcontinental Freight Bureau Reviews Tariff Rates
In Portland Oregon on February 26 the trans continental freight bureau examined tariff schedules seeking an equitable classification to address new conditions arising since the prior schedule went into effect.
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Portland
Ore
Transcontinental Freight Bureau
Remembering Victor Hugo Across France and Europe
Women named Burte and Segon Weber placed laurel wreaths to honor the memory of Victor Hugo. Muses of poetry and drama recited his verses amid enthusiasm. Dispatches report centennial celebrations in most French towns and in European capitals.
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Mesdames Burte
Segon- Weber
Victor Hugo
France
Europe
Bust of Victor Hugo Presented to Rome in Franco Italian Show
In Rome on February 26 a bust of Victor Hugo was presented to the city by the Franco Italian league. A Francophile demonstration filled the capitol rotunda with decoration and a distinguished audience. Prince Colonna, Rome mayor, accepted the gift as speakers underscored France Italy friendship.
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Rome
Victor Hugo
Prince Colonna
France
Italy
Rosebery Forms Liberal League With Key Proponents
London February 27 Lord Rosebery authorizes a new liberal league with himself as president and B H Asquith Sir Henry Fowler and Sir Edward Grey as vice presidents. The group will work with the liberal opposition on the policy outlined in Rosebery's Chesterfield speech. This marks Rosebery’s first practical move to gauge liberal support.
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London
Lord Rosebery
Liberal League
BK. H. Asquith
Henry Fowler
Edward Grey
Chesterfield
Student Volunteer Convention Reaches Toronto Delegates
Nearly 2 600 delegates arrive in Toronto for the student volunteer movement convention. The opening session at Massey Hall features a welcome by Mayor Howland, aldermen, local clergy, and mission groups from Canada and the United States.
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Toronto
Ont
Student Volunteer Movement
Massey Hall
United States
Canada
Howland
Five Die in Idaho Tragedy Update
Spokane report confirms five dead with one critically ill at Wallace hospital. Dr McCallum died at midnight. John Bowhay, another patient, may survive. Remaining patients are not yet in immediate danger.
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Spokane
Wash
Mace
Idaho
McCallum
Wallace Hospital
John Bowhay
Weiling Colliery Mine Flood Drains. 17 Bodies Recovered
The Extension mine of the Weiling Colliery company, flooded to fight a fire, has been drained. The bodies of 17 victims who perished last September have been recovered. water removal will take a day or two more.
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Nanaimo
Weiling Colliery Company
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