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Philadelphia Times

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1889

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City Officials Inspect New Gas Works Visitors tour Broad Street plant

Nine passenger cars carried about 400 business and professional men from Philadelphia to inspect the Twenty-fifth Ward Gas Works. City leaders and many distinguished figures arrived, touring the water gas plant, admiring engines, boilers, and 600,000 gallon oil tanks, then gathering for a formal briefing in the meter house.

Broad Street Twenty-fifth Ward Gas Works Philadelphia Gas Improvement Company Edwin H. Fitler Louis Wagner Williams. Stokley A. K. McClure Finletter Hanna, Ashman and Ferguson James W. Latta Russell M. Thayer Charles W. Henry Frank W. Murphy C. C. Bosbyshell William H. Kern John Michener H. Darrach John Lamon Stockton Bates C. D. Ritchie J. Simpson Africa George H. North Charles H. Banes Crawford Miller James A. Freeman Thomas M. Thompson Samuel ©. Perkins John B. Gest James Alcorn E. Y. Townsend William H. Rhawn Henry D. Welsh Daniel Donovan John Roberts David R. Walker Thomas L. Mattson F. T. Walton Meter House

Philadelphia Gas Improvements Red Letter Day Speech

The gathering features remarks by Mr. McClure and Mayor Fitler praising the Philadelphia Gas Improvement Company projects. Speakers hail rapid construction, city control of gas works, and visions of cleaner water and better pavements as proof of Philadelphia progress.

Fitler Widener Elkins Philadelphia Edwin H. Fitler Macveagh Wagner Wayne MacVeagh Colonel McClure Schuylkill Warwick McClure

Negro in politics special telegram to the Times

Colonel Pledger, colored from Atlanta, tells Harrison southern talks show blacks have educated, improved, and seek higher civilization. He argues whites in both parties oppose negro political power locally, and Harrison would not enforce color lines or exclude colored men from Southern offices.

the Times Indianapolis Colonel Pledger Atlanta Harrison South Develo

Parting Address Marks Harrison Visit to Cincinnati

A Cincinnati delegation invites President-elect Harrison to visit, noting family ties to his native state. Harrison declines to alter his inaugural route, but foresees a possible stop. Marion County Tippecanoe Club presents a specially bound sacred book of veterans with 130 names deceased and 121 living members. General Harrison delivers a moving reply, praising patriotism and Godliness, as veterans bid him farewell in a solemn scene at his house.

Indianapolis Cincinnati Amos Smith Morrison Board of Trade Charles Nielsen Chicago Marion County Tippecanoe Club General Harrison Olunge Harrison

Lord Sackville's Successor Not Yet Announced at State Department

Washington reports no information on a British minister appointment as of February 9. Fi ward s, First Secretary of Legation, sails to assume duties in Washington, replacing Herbert who has led since Sackville left in November. Cabinet speculation continues in Indianapolis about Blaine, Windom, New, and possible Austrian mission.

Washington State Department Fiwards Legation London England Herbert Lord Sackville Indianapolis Mr. Blaine Blaine Windom Treasury Jone John C. New Colonel New

Law to Authorize Lynching in Kansas City

A petition to the Kansas Legislature requests a new law to lynch horse thieves wherever found and to deny jury service to men who can read. The petition comes from the National Anti-horse Thief Association and was presented by Mr Phillips of Sedgwick County.

Kansas City Kansas National Anti-horse Thief Association Wheat Phillips Sedgwick County Rays

Eight Prospectors Murdered in Mexican Gold Mine Find

Cheyenne Wy February 9 report says Mexican prospectors reportedly killed in a gold mine act. Ancient chart led to discovery of ore vein. Unknown details on victims or perpetrators. Local officials investigating possible mineral claim dispute and violence at site.

Cheyenne Wy. T

Drowning on Wissahickon Ice Ends Chestnut Hill Pleasure Party

A 17 year old, Charles Robbins North, son of Colonel George H. North, fell through thin ice on Wissahickon Creek near Thorp's dam while skating with his sister Sarah and friends. Attempts to rescue him failed and his body was recovered about an hour later. the sister became seriously ill from the shock. An inquest is planned for tomorrow morning.

Charles Robbins North George H. North Chestnut Hill Wissahickon Creek Sarah Norwood and Chestnut Avenues Wissahickon Thorp’s Dam Thorp Young North Miss North North Gregg G. H. North & Co Stock Exchange Place National Guard Hartranft New York Fisher Germantown Avenue Grayer Kurtz

Senator Jones Denies Fenian-Russian Alliance Testimony

Ex Senator Jones of Florida rebuts a cable from Michael Davitt dated February 8 London denying he negotiated any Fenian Russian alliance. He asserts he has never been a member of the Fenian Brotherhood or Irish organizations and stresses his support for constitutional measures for Ireland. He also questions Dr Carroll’s identity and says he did not know Le Caron.

Derriott Jones Florida Michael Davitt London le Caron Dr. Carroll Fenian Brotherhood Ireland New York Carroll Maryland Newport Detroit

Goff to Take Seat as Governor March 4

Charleston reports no legislative session today with no new developments. General Goff will take oath as Governor March 4 and assume office. After an all night session and long day, lawmakers will rest until Monday and will not announce results on the Governor race. A Webster county miscount gave Hubbard an apparent 300 lead. Hubbard urged the committee to count as is and to discharge the panel.

West Virginia TIMES Charleston Goff Webster County W. P. Hubbard Wheeling Hubbard Cowden W. J. W. Cowpry Dearneston W. P. Hunnam Joint Assembly

Duties of Hospital Corps lecture by Captain Pilcher

Captain James E Pilcher assistant surgeon US Army delivered the second lecture in a series for medical officers last night at the State Fencibles Armory. He spoke on The Duties of Hospital and on hospital corps uses describing a dressing case with handaxes for emergencies carried by every corps member.

James E. Pilcher United States Army Armory Broad and Vine Streets

Third summons and jail transfer details for O'Brien

A third summons under the crimes act was served on Mr. O'Brien. He is to be moved from Clonmel to Tralee Jail on Monday. Father McFadden was escorted from Gweedore to Londonderry by police engineers and Sarees at intervals of three hundred to prevent a rolling incident on the railway. The issue also mentions an arrest on a charge related to soupicley in the hаurder of Peas Martin.

O’brien Dusaix O'Brien Clonmel Tralee Father McFadden Gweedore Londonderry

Movement Against Russia Provokes Afghan Frontier Gathering

Moscow reports that the Ameer of Afghanistan is said to have mobilized about 20,000 troops on the frontier to pursue Sheak Khan. The Predonosti notes and scattered reports suggest attempts at securing cooperation have failed.

Russia Moscow Predonosti Ameer Afghanistan Sheak Khan

Foraker Declines Lincoln Banquet Toast Refusal by Governor

February 9 report says Governor Foraker will not respond to the toast The Republican Party at the Lincoln banquet on Tuesday. He objects to perceived snubs toward Ex Governer Foster and enemies who influence the event. Sherman and McKinley were invited and declined.

TIM Columnus Foraker Foster John Sherman McKinley Sherman Sherman Pe McKinley

Numerous Heirs of Millionaire Vassar to Attend Case

In Poughkeepsie court, the Orthodox Friends Society sues the estate of Matthew Vassar Jr. over the will's church allocations. Testimony places total personal estate at 700000 and real estate at 60000. A hearing is set for next week with about thirty lawyers expected and a probate filing anticipated for John Guy Vassar’s will in Dutchess Surrogate Court.

Vassar Porucukenpsis Orthodox Friends’ Society of Quaker Church Oliver H. Booth Santee Hie Hurcut John Guy Vassar Lagent Dutchess County Amon Thirt

McMillan Visits Harrison for Cabinet Talk in 1890s

Detroit February 9. Senator elect McMillan met President-elect Harrison and reportedly discussed a cabinet post with General Alger. McMillan returned home and held a private conference. Alger indicated no comment beyond peace with all. Reports suggested Alger might accept War secretary offer and decide by morning.

Detroit McMillan Harrison Alger Palmer Sherman

A Pathetic Scene at Moorestown Almshouse Transfer

An old man aged ninety two named Clayton Bishop was taken to the Almshouse at Pemberton from the Moorestown railway station. He spoke of isolation and a helpless life, drawing sympathy from witnesses as he faced the end of his days in a state facility.

TIMES Moorestown N. J Clayton Bishop Pemberton Dentservanie Nobedy

Bank cashier commits suicide in Gamble Street home

Edward Breck, assistant cashier of the Commercial Bank, shot himself in the head at his 2818 Gamble Street residence in Louis this morning at 12 30. He was 59, survived by wife and six children. Breck had been with the bank five years and left no stated reason. He died shortly after the shooting.

So. Louis Edward ©. Breck Commercial Bank Gamble Street Breck Mr. Breck

Riots in Rome Prompt Emergency Guard Actions

Rioters fill Rome as unemployed workers clash with troops. Cavalry dispersed about 30 men in Piazza Dante while detachments guard banks and major buildings amid broad arrests and government crackdown.

Rome Dante

A Gigantic Drum Cast for Union Pacific Rock Springs

At the R. Allison & Sons foundry in Port Carbon a nine ton spirally grooved drum was cast for a pair of 36x6 inch hoisting engines. It will wind 6000 feet of 1 1 4 inch wire rope for the coal department of the Union Pacific Railroad at Rock Springs Wyoming Territory.

the Times Port Tsuitun R. Allison & Sons Port Carbon Coal Union Pacific Railroad Rock Springs Wyoming Territory

Exhibit on Peace Union at Paris Exposition Window

A Chestnut Street window showcases the Universal Peace Union contribution to the Paris Exposition. It features the parchment copy of Senator Sherman’s arbitration act as sent to the Senate, the Union charter, a painting titled Penn’s Treaty, and several peace publications.

Universal Peace Union Chestnut Street Sherman Senate Cane Union

Snow disrupts German rail lines and fires hit Bridgeton

Numerous brief items report snow halting traffic on German railroads, a Bridgeton New Jersey fire destroying Mount Zion AME church with a $1,000 loss, and various local incidents. Other notes mention deaths, appointments, and minor crimes, including a suicide in Scranton and a murder at a Charleston, South Carolina store.

Mr. Gladstone Amalfi Bridgeton N. J John Dombacher Scranton Suakim Francis Bellegarde Stephanie Allentown H. Oldenburg Charleston Tracer Mount Zion N.J Abraham H. Harman Pennsylvania Railroad Reading Pottstown Charles F. Sisler New Jerusalem United States Capitol Building Watson W. Eldridge Michigan

New York Bank Thief Held for Requisition

Henry Harding alias Charles OConnell, a famed bank sneaks, was arrested by Detectives Bunt and Crowley in the Washington Hotel. At Central Station Magistrate Smith held him for a New York requisition. He faces charges of bank thefts in Toronto and New York and escaped from custody last September.

Henry Harding Charles O'Connell Washington Hotel George N. Bunt Michael Crowley New York Smith Central Station Harding Toronto Canada Court of General Bensions

Murderer Lynched After Strife Over Hog Theft Charge

Sureverort February 9 Haywood Handy colored man who shot Charles Stewart white man in Bossler parish was lynched by a mob last night while being moved by two deputies. Stewart died this morning. Handy and two others had been charged with hog stealing but acquitted recently. Local citizens said Handy and others evaded justice and warned them to leave the parish if charged again. Handy fired at entry and fled toward Houghton before being captured.

Sureverort Haywood Handy Charles Stewart Bossler Parish Handy Houghton Belleview Stewart

Three Tiny Thieves Sent to Refuge by Magistrate

Three eight year old boys Andrew Pupper Edward Buchanan and John Freeman were caught trying to sell stolen books from a Ninth Street store. Policeman Flynn chased them as they fled to the Central Station dock. With no parents present Magistrate Smith ordered the trio to the House of Refuge.

Central Station Ninth Street Magiscee Smith

The New Chester County Judge Warmly Greeted by His Friends

Thomas 8. Butler greeted by friends after his appointment to the vacant Chester County judgeship. Telegrams and congratulations poured in at his West Miner street home in West Chester on February 9. He plans to begin duties next week after a family visit in Uweblan township.

Chester County TIMES West Chester Thomas Butler Anthony Higgins Wilmington West Miner Street Uweblan Township

Man Thrown From Toboggan Slid Injured At Rink

Thomas Murphy age 33 of 2424 Howard Street was ejected from a toboggan car on the slide at the Rink 23d and Chestnut streets last night. He was found insensible and taken to the Medical Hospital after a severe head and back injury. A police officer was the first to suffer a similar accident two weeks earlier. Changes in the Navy report several command assignments and removals including Commander Rockwell, Lt Carmody, and others.

Thomas Murphy Howard Street Rink Chestnut Streets Medi Iurgical Hospital Poiceman

Damages Sought by Ubet Owner in Railroad Injury Suit

John Erby owner of the famed pacer Ubet sues Missouri Pacific Railroad in Superior Court for 5000 dollars after Ubet was injured in a wreck on a Missouri Pacific train near the Texas Indian Territory line. The horse, claimed to be the fastest in the world, suffered at least severe injuries though permanent disability is not yet known.

Ubet Cnicano John Erby Pacer Missouri Pacific Railroad Company Missouri Pacific Texas Indian Territory

Pottery Exhibition Planned by Pennsylvania Museum

The exhibitions committee of the Pennsylvania Museum and School of Industrial Art will hold another autumn show of pottery porcelain and glass. The move follows many urgent requests from individuals and firms who foresee a more representative display of American art industry than last year.

Pennsylvania Museum and School of Industrial Art

Phoenixville Democratic Primary-selects Reynolds for Burgess

Phonixville February 9 delegates at the Democratic primaries were instructed to vote for Thomas B. Reynolds for Burgess. Republicans to nominate their borough ticket Monday evening, with I. J. Tustin, secretary of the Phoenix Driving Park, reportedly set for Burgess nomination.

TIMES Phonixville Thomas B. Reynolds Burgess I. J. Tustin Phoenix Driving Park Burigess

Mike's Confederates Captured in Italy

A private dispatch reports that Red nose Mike’s accomplices Beverino and Villelo have been captured in Italy. Attorneys for the prosecution and Captain Linden have learned of the capture. The prisoners are to be brought to Wilkes Barre as soon as possible.

Mike Wilkesbarre Rednose Beverino Villelo Italy Linden

Rolling Mills to Resume Work at Fishbach Mills

The Fishbach Rolling Mills, which had shut down due to lack of orders, will resume work on Monday. Workers agree to wage reductions now with full pay restored as soon as the iron trade improves.

the Times PorTsinute Fishbach

Highwayman Attacks Camden Livery Stable Manager

Henry Campbell, manager of the West Jersey livery stables, was assaulted by a highwayman on Front Street Camden between Market and Arch streets in the early hours. Campbell wrestled free as the robber reached for a weapon and fled.

Henry Campbell West Jersey Front Street Market Arch Streets Camden Campbell

Mechanicsburg Nominates Fokels for Chief Burgess and Orris for Assitant

Mechanicsburg borough Democrats held a convention selecting William Fokels for Chief Burgess and Adam Orris for Assistant Mayor. In Minneapolis, all engineers on the Motor Street Railway went on strike before noon over recent force reductions and management regulations.

Mechanicsburg TIMES Democrata William Fokels Burgess Adam Orris Minneapolis Motor Street Railway

Willie Wedell Out of Danger Reported

Willie Wedell, a 12 year old boy living at 1508 Moyamousing Avenue, was accidentally shot by Joseph J. Doyle of Passyuak Avenue and Gorman Street on Friday. He is reported out of danger.

Willie Wedell Moyamousing Avenus Joseph J. Doyle Passyuak Avenué Gorman Street

French Crisis Sees Moderates Tepid Over Radical Cabinet

Special cable reports that Floquet pressed for scrutiny of arrondissement reform and kept revision on the agenda. Radicals split, Pichon backing adjournment and Pelton urging free vote, cabinet narrowly held, revision likely to pass in chamber but fail in the Senate. Moderate Republicans offered only tepid support amid ongoing cabinet tensions.

M. Pichon Floquet Scrutin de Liste Camille Pelletan Tribune Chamber Senate Figaro M. Francis Maynard Palais Bourbon

Molloy Trial: Delaney Links Egan to Fenian and Invincible Roles

London Bow Street hearing reopens in Patrick Molloy case for false testimony before the Parnell Commission. Patrick Delaney testifies that Patrick Egan as League treasurer organized and funded the Invincibles, with Byrne and Matt Harris also tied as Invincibles. Court adjourns amid testimony confusion.

London Patrick Molloy Parnell Commission Bow Street Patrick Delaney Patrick Egan League Invincibles Byrne Matt Harris Egan No. 1 Delaney Fenlanata Sutgmentelie Les

Patti Rosa Soubrette Engagement Ends at London Theatre

Patti Rosa did not perform as the Jaderell Theatre in London closed its doors for a period. The manager cited alleged failures by the theatre's management to keep promises and announced immediate termination of the engagement, paying off the company and cancelling that evening's show.

the Times Herald Jaderell Theatre Patti Rosa

Many Vessels Wrecked and Many Lives Lost

London reports a furious gale across the English Channel with bitter cold. The British bark Glen Grant from Pensacola was wrecked at Holyhead with no loss of life. Several small wrecks occur, storms halt telegraphs, and houses blown down. A Grimsby bark was lost with all hands drowned.

London Glen Grant Critchley Pensacola Holyhead English Channel England Scotland Sootland Grimsby

De Leaseps Await a Liquidator in Paria Panama Canal

M De Leaseps writes to subscribers of the new Panama Canal Company stating that one-quarter of the share capital has not been deposited as required by law. He says the company cannot proceed and will leave its interests to the liquidator to complete the work and await the liquidator's decision.

French Cabinet Meeting Backs Scrutin d Arrondissement Bill

Paris February meeting of the Cabinet discussed priorities in the Chamber of Deputies with Prime Minister Floquet urging focus on the scrutin d Arrondissement bill over revision of the Soares. He pledged to raise confidence only if debate incidents demanded it.

Paris M. Floquet Chamber of Deputies Sacrutin D'Arrondissement

Mr Singerly Improves After Illness

William M. Bingerly, once gravely ill at home with a high fever, shows improvement as his condition stabilizes and doctors report hopeful signs.

Mr. Singerly Wiliam M.bingerly

Inauguration Fireworks Display Planned in Washington

Colonel Swords of the Inaugural committee reported smooth progress for the Washington inauguration fireworks set for February 9. The display will use rockets and bombs launched from positions near the monument, with flambeau drills on Pennsylvania Avenue after the fireworks. Chief Parris and the Fire Department assured no danger on the wide street.

Washington Washiogton Colonel Swords Swords Britton Turner Detweller and Street Company Flambeau Clube Pennsylvania Avenue Parris

Democrats Use Their Fists Committeseman Gutekunst Beaten

A ward committee member, Gutekunst of the Seventeenth, was assaulted at Keystone Hall during a meeting of Devlin supporters. Slater, alleged instigator, led sluggers who punched and kicked Gutekunst after Representative Fow spoke. Gutekunst escaped, police later sought Slater. warrants expected for others involved.

Seventeenth Ward Gutekunst Devlin Keystone Hall Third Street Girard Avenue John H.fow Fow Slater Mr. Gutekunst Sluggers

Glidden Curtis Failure Hits Ohio and Western Coal

A Boston based Glidden and Curtis failure causes creditors of the Ohio and Western Coal Company to attach all its property in this city. The firm, capitalized at 3 million in bonds and 5 million in stock, grew from a scheme to control Ohio coal areas. J H Brooks exited to ae Curtis. failure blamed on nonpayment by outside parties despite substantial business.

Massachusetts Scrumans Glidden & Curtis Boston Ohio and Western Goal Company Eastern Capital J.H. Brooks Ohio Coal Ron Fields Ae Jr Brooks Ae , & Curtis Columbus, Hocking Valley and Toledo Railroad Commonwealth Iron Colny Cleveland

Saved From Lynching in Lee County Kentucky

February report recounts William Shaw firing on a Black man at a Kentucky Union camp in Lee County. Shaw was restrained by a contractor, then placed under guard at Beattyville jail after friends planned to lynch him.

Kentucky Lee County William Shaw Thompson Beattyville

Diplomats and Consular Appropriation Bill Reaches Agreement

February 9 report from Washington states the conference committee on the diplomatic and consular appropriation bill has revised an agreement and will report early next week. The House accepts the Senate amendment of 500,000 for maintenance of American rights and the Senate agrees to 100,000 for the naval station at Sarage to be included in the naval appropriation bill.

Samoa Washington House Senate Sarage

Moran Death In West Onxster Family Tragedy

Special Telegram to The Times reports Mary Agnes Moran died of consumption at her West Onxster home aged 81. She was sister to the late Father Moran, who died of pneumonia three weeks earlier in St. Agnes Hospital Philadelphia. The Moran family endured three deaths in under a year with the father’s passing about nine months ago.

Mary Agnes Moran the Times West Onxster Father Moran St. Agnes’ Hospital Philadelphia

Memorial Day Liquor Sale Bill Delayed in Senate

HarmissureG February 9. The bill to prevent the sale of intoxicating drinks on Memorial Day has been held back in the Senate to await the action of the Grand Army encampment at Erie next week. Post of this city has warmly indorsed the measure.

the Times Harmissureg Senate Grand Army Erie

White Caps Drive Out Norwalk Residents in Tense Reception

White Cap natives, driven from Norwalk Connecticut on February 9, are being received by prominent men. Isaac Selleck welcomed the latest arrival this morning. The scene featured skull and crossbones. The town remains on edge as several residents fled in fear. No outrage has been reported.

Norwalk Conn Isaac Selleck

George Clark Respited in Westmoreland County Case

George Clark of Westmoreland county, who killed a drover, was respited today by the Governor until April 90 to allow a writ of error to be argued in the Supreme Court. Clark's execution was set for February 20.

George Clark TIMES Haxegissuaa Westmoreland County Supreme Court Clark

Poisoned cabbage blamed for Mason county deaths

February 9 report from Shelton Mason county states J Bordeaux and two children died after dinner from poison. A second child is dying as doctors state cei sably contaminated cabbage caused the poisoning. Salatox referenced as a recent remedy.

Bhatrle W. T

Andrew Rodgers Dead in Southpee Businessman Dies at 4

Andrew Rodgers a prominent Southpee businessman dies aged four after a war service with the First Pennsylvania Volunteers. Legal news notes David Howard Conrade admitted to practice in the Court of Common Pleas. A fire damaged Ferdinand Marks on Green Street, with value stated. Senator Deviin’s reply captured in a committee context.

Andrew Rodgers Sfrcial the Times Beravensa Southpee Pennsylvania Conrade George McGowan David Howard Conrade Law Department University of Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas Green Street Ferdinand Marks Fas Saeks

Flight of local salesman G Clayton Leach shocks Tioga

G Clayton Leach a Showell Fryer salesman vanished a week ago after collecting many customer payments and leaving town. Neighbors report he built a popular presence in Germantown and Tioga, but he stole from his employer and borrowed from friends. His wife remains unaware as furniture vanished and an express trunk was removed. The North Eighteenth Street resident is suspected to have fled to Germantown or Canada. The firm discovers the missing funds as receipts prove payments, while Tom Wright and landlord Wunder hold keys and pieces of the tale.

Tioga G. Clayton Leach North Eighteenth Street Clay Leach Showell & Fryer Juniper Market Streets Germantown Leach North Seventeenth Street Aarpeies Wright Rochester Wunder Eighteenth and Venango Canada JT. Showell Showell

Miss Lizzie Harmer to Wed Howard R eside in Washington

The daughter of Representative Harmer, Miss Lizzie Cope Harmer, will marry Howard B. Reeside, cashier of the Equitable Building Association, in the Harmer suite parlors Monday morning February 11. The groom is the son of Maryland contractor Frank Reeside. Rev Dr Sunderland will officiate. only immediate family will attend.

THE TIMES Corcoran Building Washington Lizzie Cope Harmer Representative Harmer Howard Reeside Equitable Building Association Frank Reeside Baltimore Maryland Representative

Martin's Alleged Murderers Besieged in Derry

Five prisoners charged with aiding in the murder of Police Inspector Martin during an attempted arrest of Father McFadden at Gweedore were brought to Londonderry under strong guard. McFadden was moved to the Londonderry jail. few met him and he received no cheers. Also, a French circular bans troop demonstrations, urging officers and soldiers to avoid political acts and to prevent further incidents.

Dusty Martin Father McFadden Gweedore Londonderry Londonsderry

Explosion at Stevenson's brewery in New York

Workmen excavating at the Fortieth street and Tenth avenue site of the explosion yesterday failed to find dynamite or other explosive. Police doubt the blast was caused by disaffected workers and question attributing it to them.

New York New Yor Stevenson's Fortieth Street Tenth Avenue

Belgian Mail Packet Standen Stranded Between Ostend and Dover

A Belgian mail packet from Dover last night is to be stranded between Ostend and Dover due to weather. The incident affects postal service routing, with no injuries reported and crew continuing to monitor the situation from Ostend.

Train crash near Havana injures ten passengers

A passenger train from Jovellanos derailed near Limonar on February thirtieth? injuring ten people. The report notes severe injuries and ongoing investigations.

Havana Jovellanos Limonar

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