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  Colonial New York
These English towns held their popular meetings, chose their officials, and transacted other business after the manner of the New England towns; while in the Dutch towns there were no town meetings, no popular elections, the ruling officials forming a kind of close corporation with power to fill all vacancies and choose their own successors.
New York now became a royal colony, and the new king, who at heart despised popular government, refused to sign the Charter of Liberties, abolished the New York assembly, and sent Andros to govern the colony as consolidated with New England and New Jersey.
News of the accession of William and Mary and of the imprisonment of Andros at Boston created a great excitement in New York; and the militia, led by Jacob Leisler, a German merchant, took possession of the government.
www.usahistory.info /colonies/New-York.html   (2939 words)

  
 New Philadelphia, Illinois, Newspaper Archives
A July 30, 1870, article reports that the new town of Pineville, also known as "Summit Station" due to its location on higher elevation, was situated on the newly-completed Hannibal and Naples Railroad line, and had just established a Postoffice.
Additional transcriptions of news articles from Pike County newspapers are available online from the Illinois GenWeb project, although these items are not targeted specifically at the social history of New Philadelphia.
An inquest was held and the verdict was that death was caused from a stroke of paralysis.
www.anthro.uiuc.edu /faculty/cfennell/NP/newspapers.html   (7082 words)

  
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the eastern United States, on the Delaware River and the border with New Jersey.
Philadelphia is ranked as the 22nd "Most Fun U.S City" in a survey conducted in 2003 by Cranium Inc. Factors taken into account in the ranking include: the number of sports teams, restaurants, dance performances, toy stores, the amount of a city's budget that is spent on recreation, and other factors.
In 1854 Philadelphia was expanded to encompass all of the land of Philadelphia County.
www.citytowninfo.com /places/pennsylvania/philadelphia   (1457 words)

  
 New York
New York, abbreviated "NY", is in the Middle Atlantic region of the U.S. Its capital is Albany.
There were 18,976,457 people in New York as of the 2000 census.
Please explore the cities and towns of New York, below.
www.citytowninfo.com /places/new-york   (56 words)

  
 Philadelphia bed and breakfast & inns. Find the perfect Philadelphia B&B lodging on BedandBreakfast.com.
Inn Between Bed and Breakfast - Philadelphia, PA The Inn Between B&B is an urban retreat of relaxed elegance in historic University City.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is considered to be the city where freedom was born and teems with attractions displaying America's quest for independence.
Philadelphia offers a wide variety of lodging and accommodations including hotels and bed and breakfasts where visitors can begin their journey back into America's past.
www.bedandbreakfast.com /philadelphia-pennsylvania.html   (689 words)

  
 Historic Johnstown New York USA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Johnstown, is the County Seat and is located in the Mohawk Valley of Northeastern New York State, near the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains.
Johnstown, New York USA works closely with an aggressive Economic Development group that is "growing" the area nicely.
The college is part of the State University of New York serving the higher educational needs of the area.
www.johnstown.com /city   (863 words)

  
 US Travel Guide - Philadelphia Hotels and Entertainment
Philadelphia has always been one of those places that introduced new entertainment to the rest of the country.
The good news is that Philadelphia gets as many blockbuster, independent and foreign films passing through as New York or Los Angeles.
The bad news is that sometimes these films pass through six or eight months later than they appear in New York or Los Angeles.
consumer-news.com /travel/philadelphia.htm   (1180 words)

  
 New Philadelphia, Ohio - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
New Philadelphia is a city in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, 96 miles (154 km) south of Cleveland on the Tuscarawas River.
The park is at 161 Tuscora Ave., NW, in New Philadelphia.
Woody Hayes served as a head coach in New Philadelphia early in his career.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/New_Philadelphia,_Ohio   (1027 words)

  
 History of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Did you know that in 1800, not L.A., not New York, but Philadelphia was our largest city, a distinction it held until 1830.
The top five were Philadelphia, New York, Baltimore, Boston, and Charleston, S.C. But we defy anyone to name the sixth largest American town in 1800.
Incorporated District, Boroughs, and Townships in the County of Philadelphia, 1854
www.ushistory.org /philadelphia/index.html   (168 words)

  
 Philadelphia Museums, Philly Sightseeing Tours, Zoo & Attractions - Philadelphia Pass
Philadelphia, the city that loves you back, condenses more culture and beauty into one city than most people would consider possible.
From Elfreth's Alley located in the heart of Philadelphia's history rich Old City neighborhood to The Gallery at Market East located in Center City Philadelphia there are enough tourist attractions and places of interest in Philadelphia to spend weeks of enjoying this City of Brotherly Love.
Even if you are only in town for one day, our Pass, and exclusive admissions and discounts will save you the cost of the Pass over and over again.
www.philadelphiapass.com /index2.asp   (280 words)

  
 The-melting pot, The New China Town, New York Chinese Immigrants.
The-melting pot, The New China Town, New York Chinese Immigrants.
The fascinating saga of the struggles and triumphs of America's immigrant life is a testimony to the human need to be free and the endless possibilities realized within the spirit of that freedom.
He then gives us a first-rate education on the origins of the many flavors of Chinese who immigrated to this area: their apprehension in their new land of the larger out side society, which hemmed them into oppressed working conditions in the comfort zone of Chinatown.
www.the-meltingpot.com /The_new_China_Town.htm   (699 words)

  
 Penn SAS Spring 2001 -- Philadelphia Lawyer
In the case that established the right of a free press in America, observers noted that it took a Philadelphia lawyer to acquit John Peter Zenger, the New York printer sued for criminal libel in 1735.
The term was first recorded in a London publication in 1788, which alluded to a proverbial saying: "It would puzzle a Philadelphia lawyer." Folklore has it that there was a New England adage that went, "Any three Philadelphia lawyers are a match for the devil." The term, it seems, is not without its dark side.
I think Philadelphia lawyers tend to be competitive and combative, very much like the spirit of the town.
www.sas.upenn.edu /sasalum/newsltr/spring2001/rendell.html   (691 words)

  
 New York City Travel Guide | Fodor's Online   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
New York is, above all, a walker's city.
Quaint town houses stand shoulder to shoulder with sleek glass towers, gleaming gourmet supermarkets sit around the corner from dusty thrift shops, and chic bistros inhabit the storefronts of soot-smudged warehouses.
New York has so many faces that every visitor can discover a different one.
www.fodors.com /redirects/mgredirect.cfm?destination=new_york_city@111   (278 words)

  
 Philadelphia, New York NY, town profile (Jefferson County) - hotels, festivals, genealogy, newspapers - ePodunk
New York > All counties > Jefferson County > Philadelphia
Philadelphia is a town in Jefferson County, in the Watertown-Fort Drum metro area.
Median rent in Philadelphia, at the time of the 2000 Census, was $333.
www.epodunk.com /cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=273667   (481 words)

  
 New Hope Real Estate, Solebury, Philadelphia PA Area, Pennsylvania Real Estate
Steeped in rich history, New Hope and the surrounding Solebury area in Pennsylvania is a former artist’s colony that has retained its late 19th century storybook charm and flourishing arts culture with fresh, contemporary verve.
Close to New York and Philadelphia, but with its very own bustling center, real estate in New Hope is nevertheless quite secluded—especially as you move from the heart of the town into the tree-dense surroundings.
New Hope is also known for its many delightful BandB’s, and our real estate listings will sometimes include one of these fabulous little gems.
www.kurfiss.com /newhope-solebury.html   (646 words)

  
 Philadelphia Named Best Hockey City By The Sporting News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The City of Philadelphia can now be called “The Best Town In Hockey” as The Sporting News has proclaimed the City of Brotherly Love as the number one hockey city in the United States.
Philadelphia, boasts two professional hockey teams - the Philadelphia Flyers of the National Hockey League and their American Hockey League affiliate Philadelphia Phantoms, the Calder Cup Champions.
“Philadelphia fans are very passionate and love their team,” said Flyers captain Keith Primeau.
www.philadelphiaflyers.com /pressbox/archive/2089.asp   (367 words)

  
 New Town Mall New Philadelphia Ohio   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
New Philadelphia, Ohio - New Philadelphia is a city in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, 96 miles (154 km) south of Cleveland on the Tuscarawas River.
Philadelphia (town), New York - Philadelphia is a town in Jefferson County, New York, United States.
New Philadelphia, Illinois - The town of New Philadelphia, Illinois was first town in the United States to have been founded by an African-American.
ne69.3rdfaze.info /newtownmallnewphiladelphiaohio.html   (1004 words)

  
 May 31, 1889 Johnstown Flood by The New York Times   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
For days after the disaster, The New York Times ran articles spotlighting the flood itself and the predicament of those who survived it: members of a community whose understanding of disease and contamination was still rudimentary.
Johnstown, June 6 - The certainty of the towns along the Conemaugh and Allegheny Valleys being subjected to ravages of an epidemic of typhus, or at least typhoid, fever this summer has been doubly assured by the course pursued by the persons who are now engaged in clearing the debris in the river at Johnstown.
The district which is being cleared is part of the most thickly-populated of the town which was overflowed.
www.johnstownpa.com /History/hist30.html   (1484 words)

  
 Gay Philadelphia Guide - Gay Bars & Clubs, Ratings, Reviews and Maps - GayCities Philadelphia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Philadelphia has long been known as a sleepy little town with a great history.
Over the past few years though, Philadelphia has seen a resurgence thanks in part to a larger number of New Yorkers moving further and further from the city.
Gay Philadelphia is mostly centered in an area (the "gayborhood") from Chestnut to Pine streets between 11th and Broad streets.
philadelphia.gaycities.com   (112 words)

  
 Philadelphia - Restaurants, Events, Entertainment, Concerts, Tickets, Movies, Hotels & Weather - AOL City Guide
today, visitors to the Philadelphia Museum of Art will be able to walk into a first-floor gallery and see something that only a couple of months ago seemed highly unlikely.
State Sen. Wayne Bryant has applied to collect a pension from the four public jobs he held until last year, even though federal and state investigators are probing his work in two of those positions.
With Larry Brown back in the Philadelphia area, the basketball world wondered whether the former coach would be returning to the 76ers in some capacity other than unofficial adviser.
cityguide.aol.com /philadelphia   (222 words)

  
 Philadelphia Eagles   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Acquired during the 1953 NFL draft, Brookshier was raised in New Mexico and went to college in Colorado.
Which Philadelphia bank is my money in?' And he said, What money?' I said, My contract.
The career-ending injury opened the door for a new career as television football analyst, eventually with CBS Sports with a new teammate, former New York Giant Pat Summerall.
www.philadelphiaeagles.com /news/whereAreTheyNowDetail.jsp?id=39874   (893 words)

  
 Voices of New York
In "Korea Town," there are approximately 15 Korean restaurants, 1 Korean grocery store, 1 Korean bookstore, 5 Korean fast food restaurants, 8 Korean cafes, 10 Korean bar/clubs, 8 karaoke bars, 4 Korean hair salons, a few Korean clothing/accessory stores and a few other necessity stores.
The programs that are broadcasted from New York City not only deal with issues in South Korea, but also with the issues in Korean communities in America, such as in Los Angeles and in New York City.
She moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from South Korea when she was in 8th grade.
www.nyu.edu /classes/blake.map2001/korea2.html   (1735 words)

  
 Philadelphia, NY News
Local news for Philadelphia, NY continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.
One person's barnyard waste is another's viable energy source, say Clarkson University researchers who are helping New York farmers meet their energy needs.
New year brings minimum wage increase With the new year comes new laws and policies.
www.topix.net /city/philadelphia-ny   (619 words)

  
 Latest New York News – Examiner.com
And so it goes with the Philadelphia 76ers, who rehired Brown for their front office nearly three weeks after trading away the player who tormented him during much of his six years as their coach.
The Knicks were chuckling about this one by halftime and laughing hysterically in the final minutes as fans in the emptying arena chanted for New York's Jerome James, a former Sonic.
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www.examiner.com /Topic-New_York.html   (606 words)

  
 New Philadelphia, Illinois
Abraham Lincoln is born Feb. 12, 1809, in a log cabin on Nolin Creek near Hodgenville, Kentucky, a son of Thomas and Nancy Hanks Lincoln.
1853 — Young Samuel Clemens leaves Hannibal for New York City; the first state fair is held in Springfield; the General Assembly enacts the Black Exclusion Act, another law intended to prevent free fls from settling in Illinois.
Augustus Tolton is born to Peter Paul and Martha Jane Tolton on April 1 in Ralls County, Mo., the property of slave owner Steven Elliott.
www.newphiladelphiail.org /chronology.htm   (1363 words)

  
 New York News - NY News - New York Online Newspapers list in Town USA
Town USA provides you with the latest local news and information in one convenient spot.
Town USA has provided several national news links and resources for your convenience.
Find up to date International News by clicking on one of the links below and follow the companies instructions on how to setup and use the program.
www.town-usa.com /new_york/nynews.html   (164 words)

  
 New Century Travel bus- Daily bus between New York Washington DC and Philadelphia online tickets   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
New Century Travel New York bus Philadelphia bus Washington DC.
New York <=> Philadelphia Round Trip Philadelphia <=> New York Round Trip
New Century Travel Providing Daily bus to New York, Philadelphia, Washington DC bus and Chinatown.
www.2000coach.com   (350 words)

  
 Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles enter the playoffs riding a five-game winning streak, their longest streak to end a season since 1949 when the team won eight straight and went on to win the NFL Championship.
Sure, they deserve a lot of it, but in the Eagles' 36-22 win over New York on Dec. 17, it was the offensive line that wore down the interior of the Giants defensive line as the game went on.
The Eagles used a 22-point fourth quarter to bully their way past the New York Giants in a crucial NFC match-up at Giants Stadium.
www.philadelphiaeagles.com /gameday   (833 words)

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