Pittsburg, Shawmut and Northern Railroad Ceramic Coffee Mug
11oz
$12.99
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Pittsburg, Shawmut and Northern Railroad Ceramic Coffee Mug
$12.99
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Start the day with a reminder of the Shawmut Line and its place in regional rail history. Formed in 1899 by merging five earlier railroads, the Pittsburg, Shawmut and Northern developed about 190 miles of track between Brockway, Pennsylvania, and Wayland, New York. Coal and passenger services, gas-powered motor cars, and a long receivership distinguish its story. This coffee mug makes a thoughtful everyday choice for railroad fans and history-minded collectors.
The Pittsburg, Shawmut & Northern Railroad, also called the Shawmut Line, was formed on August 2, 1899, by merging five small railroads in New York and Pennsylvania. Its name used the spelling “Pittsburg” from the company’s original charter. The system eventually included about 190 miles of standard-gauge track, running from Brockway, Pennsylvania, to Wayland, New York, with branches including routes toward Olean, Prosser, Moraine, and Hornell. Some predecessor lines had been narrow gauge. Connection costs, upgrades for coal traffic, and the failure of its principal bond underwriter contributed to bankruptcy in 1905. The railroad then operated in receivership until 1946, when its bankruptcy became a trusteeship. A separate route between Brockway and Freeport began construction in 1903 as the Brookville & Mahoning and was renamed the Pittsburg & Shawmut Railroad after confusion with the Boston & Maine. The PS&N leased, but never owned, that company from 1906 to 1916; after the lease ended, the railroads operated separately. Coal was the principal commodity, alongside passenger service and later gas-powered motor cars. PS&N operations ended on April 1, 1947. Parts of the line passed to the Pennsylvania Railroad and Erie Railroad; most tracks were later removed.
Start the day with a reminder of the Shawmut Line and its place in regional rail history. Formed in 1899 by merging five earlier railroads, the Pittsburg, Shawmut and Northern developed about 190 miles of track between Brockway, Pennsylvania, and Wayland, New York. Coal and passenger services, gas-powered motor cars, and a long receivership distinguish its story. This coffee mug makes a thoughtful everyday choice for railroad fans and history-minded collectors.
The Pittsburg, Shawmut & Northern Railroad, also called the Shawmut Line, was formed on August 2, 1899, by merging five small railroads in New York and Pennsylvania. Its name used the spelling “Pittsburg” from the company’s original charter. The system eventually included about 190 miles of standard-gauge track, running from Brockway, Pennsylvania, to Wayland, New York, with branches including routes toward Olean, Prosser, Moraine, and Hornell. Some predecessor lines had been narrow gauge. Connection costs, upgrades for coal traffic, and the failure of its principal bond underwriter contributed to bankruptcy in 1905. The railroad then operated in receivership until 1946, when its bankruptcy became a trusteeship. A separate route between Brockway and Freeport began construction in 1903 as the Brookville & Mahoning and was renamed the Pittsburg & Shawmut Railroad after confusion with the Boston & Maine. The PS&N leased, but never owned, that company from 1906 to 1916; after the lease ended, the railroads operated separately. Coal was the principal commodity, alongside passenger service and later gas-powered motor cars. PS&N operations ended on April 1, 1947. Parts of the line passed to the Pennsylvania Railroad and Erie Railroad; most tracks were later removed.
| 11oz | 15oz | |
| Height, in | 3.74 | 4.61 |
| Diameter, in | 3.15 | 3.43 |
Product features
- Microwave-safe for quick reheats
- Dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup
- Available in 11oz and 15oz sizes
- Glossy white ceramic with vibrant, long-lasting print
- Lead- and BPA-free, comfortable C-handle
Care instructions
- Clean in dishwasher or wash by hand with warm water and dish soap
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Product information: Generic brand, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Care instructions: Clean in dishwasher or wash by hand with warm water and dish soap