Blizzard Strikes Philadelphia and Region Delaying Trains
A westward blizzard hit Philadelphia on Nov. 26 night, lasting into morning with 9 plus inches of snow and 45 mph winds. Rail and streetcar lines nationwide were delayed or halted, including New York trains and suburban services, while temperatures plunged. Snowbound towns report drifts, blocked wires, and disrupted communication as crews work to restore normal service.
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Mercury
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Theading
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Ohle
New York
Boston
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Pennsylvania Railroad
Wilkes-Barre
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Gome
Chamberburg
Upper Strasburg
Aterm
Bile Railroad
Shippensburg
Western Maryland
Thenwald
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York
Chambersburg
Rome
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New York City
Weather Bureau
Wen
General Post Office
A. Ma
Grand Central Station
Fevton
New Haven
New You
Hideon River
Harlem
Adirondacks
Beverel
Harhkun
Kingston Towler Company
Huceon
Storm Strikes New England Delaying Rail and Telegraph
Storm from the Atlantic disrupts New England with heavy snow eight to twenty four inches and severe coastal seas. Rail lines face washouts and widespread delays while electric services stall. some trains reach destinations late or rerouted amid widespread isolation and wrecks.
Novel Storm Strikes Harbor Wrecks Dozens of Ships
In Hoeton on a November gale night, twelve lives are lost as thirty ships wreck or sink in the harbor. Reports describe sails and rigging tossed by heavy seas with several craft severely damaged but no further casualties confirmed.
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Sarges
Echorners Tyrow
Harbar
Receiver Appointed for Chelwen Papier Manufacturers
A receiver was appointed for Chelwen Papier Manufacturers in Norwith, Conn., to manage the company’s capital and liabilities amid the ongoing financial matter.
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Chelwen Papier Manufacturs
Comming
Norwith
Conn
ROO Labiilies
Ikfehl Teall
FTG
Rios Urged to Sign Treaty as Spain Seeks Dignity in Indemnity Talks
Madrid and Paris dispatches report Spain pressing for orderly acceptance of the US Philippines indemnity terms. Benor Montero Kies leads the peace commission while Paris awaits Madrid’s noon reply on the American offer. Spanish officials deny unrest in Sulu. The Imparcial urges dignified handling of the settlement amid ongoing negotiations and a persistent US demand.
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Sulu
Pennsylvania Street Railways Report For Year Ending 1808
Harrisburg reports Isaac B. Brown chief of the state bureau of railways outlines the year ending June 30 1808. Philadelphia dominates receipts with Union Traction and four Allegheny county firms controlling most income and capital stock. Details cover total earnings expenses mileage passenger totals and safety records amid a fragmented industry in Pennsylvania.
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Isaac B. Brown
State Bureau of Railways
Pennsylvania
Union Traction
Philadelphia Company
Allegheny County
Osi
SGOT
Penneylvania Street
Agere
Wilkes-Barre
Wyemng Traction Company
United Traction Company
Pitusburg
Union Traction Company
Philladelphia
Consolidated Traction Company
Pitteboro
Wne
Berter
Three Negroes Lynched Near Meridian
A mob from Newton County attacked near Meridian on Friday. They burned a house and hanged three Black men who were accused of selling cotton and supporting a newspaper publication. Local authorities are investigating the incident.
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Gomez Reported Dead Rumor Lingers In Havana
Havana reports a circulating rumor of the death of General Maximo Gomez on Friday night. Cuban circles do not credit the information and await official confirmation.
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Geneers
Maximo Gomez
Senator Quay and Governor Stone Arrive in Philadelphia
Senator Quay arrives at the Hotel Walton with plans to attend proceedings in support of his case. Governor Stone, staying at the same hotel, says his visit is private with no political significance and hopes to return to Washington tomorrow. They are met by interim Republican leaders as they discuss campaign contacts and the governor elect’s arrangements.
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Senator Quey
Walton
Elest Stone
Senator Quay
Washington
Jeet Stone
Me Aleo
Quay Ane
Btone
Penrome
Don PP. Alkin
Hegubliont State Committee
Klein
Blizzard Rages Through New York Leaving Snowbound Streets
New York awoke to a continuing blizzard with heavy winds and deep drifted snow. Rail and streetcar lines suffered outages as mail and train service faced delays. shoreline wreckage and tangle of ships marked the storm’s toll across the harbor.
Cattle King Gillette Vanishes From Texas
Fort Worth reports the Kansas City cattle king C Gillette who recently bought cattle in Texas valued at about a million pounds disappeared. He registered at the Worth hotel on November 2 and left for old Mexico soon after. Local committees opened an inquiry as the mystery deepens with rumors of travel to Esterhazy and other destinations.
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Fex
C. Gillette
Kansas City
Texas
Neaply
Nansae City
Texes
Worth Hotel
Theugheliy
Old
Mexicia
Actor Couldock Dies in New York
Actor W. Couldock of New York has died in the city, his death reported with brief details.
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New York
W. Couldock
Toninint
Disaster on the T C Walker Steamship Alters Stockton Tragedy
A boiler explosion on the T C Walker near Fourteen Mile Slough killed five and badly wounded eleven others. Captain Tulon and Chief Engineer Watson Henry perished or were fatally injured, while Mrs Henry died later. Rescue efforts followed as Dauntless and Cham Crow aided injured passengers and crew.
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T. C. Walker
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California Navigation and Improvement Company
Tulan
Wd. C. Walker
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Watson Timnery
Walker
Jonery
Engin
John Tulon
Watson Henry
Jerry Daily
Dorminic
Louis Brizggolani
Charles Maggins
Texas
Kili Ty
Atuaeint
Dauntless
San Proncince
Eagan and Shew Sentenced In Historic Susquehanna Trial
Special to the Scranton Tribe Montrose Ma November 27 a dramatic courtroom scene recalled 24 years of crime. O'Mara and Irving were executed for murdering O'Mara’s mother and sister near Alford. The victims bodies were found near railroad tracks and their bones displayed in a cruel display. Pepper was beaten on a barn floor by Eagan and Shew, death caused by a brain clot. Judge Searle faced a trying moment as Eugen accepted death with fortitude and Shew claimed not to deserve first degree intent. The jury’s verdicts followed long deliberations with Bhew awaiting the outcome.
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Montrose
O'Mara
Irving
Alford
Delaware, Lackiwannia and Western Railrounds Company
Ist
Susquehanna County
Peper
J. James Eagin
Cornelius Wells Shew
Searle
Eugen
Shew
Shaw
Fife
Hove
Open Door policy misread by foreign papers says official
Washington officials say the open door slogan has limited Asia focus and should not alter US policy apart from cases like the Philippines. The piece argues the United States restricts trade within American ports to American vessels and views Puerto Rico as a minor commercial factor toward Western Hemisphere growth.
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Washington
Congress
PRI
Asia
China
Freien
Western Hemisphere
West Indies
Dominion of Canada
Canada
Porto Alco
Uemios Sesalon
Philippines
Porto Rica
West
Indica
Open Door Policy Sets Philippines Peace Status
The article notes the Philippines disposition awaiting the Spanish peace commission instruction to sign a peace treaty. It reports on the broader policy stance and international efforts shaping the settlement, with a focus on unfolding diplomatic steps and regional implications.
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Philippines
Egan
Show
Dienstroue
Walker steamer explosion after mud bank collision
The Walker struck a mud bank near Bernictia at eight last night. A steam drum burst under a violent explosion tearing the engine room and ahead sections, with walls wrecked and decks torn. Four walls, stairs and doors were destroyed and a large debris cloud rose toward the bow. John Yorke and wife escaped injuries. property loss estimated under $2,000.
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Bernictia
John Yorke
Straus Secures Travel Permits for Foreigners in Asia Minor
Constantinople reports Oscar S Straus US minister wins a concession after eighteen months of effort by the united powers permitting foreigners to travel in the interior of Asia Minor. The motive cited is the persecution of American missionaries, prompting the grant.
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Straus
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Vermis
Mistaken Ting Hai Flag Claim Report Unconfirmed
A rumor that a British admiral raised the Union Jack over Ting Hai and nearby Chinese islands is not credited. The British consulate reports no confirmation, and the tale likely arose from confusing survey marks on the Water Witch with the Union Jack.
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Ting-Hai
Chusun
Oater Islands
Chuean
Water Witch
Lyman Abbott Announces Resignation at Plymouth Church
Rev Dr Lyman Abbott declares intent to resign as pastor of Plymouth Church New York after years of service. The announcement comes amid health concerns and follows his long tenure leading the division and pulpit.
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New York
Lyman Abbott
Plymouth Church
Diwokion
Caline
Weather Outlook for Pennsylvania and Nearby Regions
Forecast for Monday through Tuesday calls for frosts in northern areas and blustery winds with scattered rain. Expected variable rainfall across parts of Pennsylvania with cooler temperatures and unsettled conditions.
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Eusio
Pennsylvania
Moin Iit
Warner
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