Pacific Cable Subsidy Fight Persists in Congress
Editor notes House commerce committee favors Pacific Cable Company of New York with subsidy cut from 160000 to 100000 annually for twenty years, while Senate delays due to franchise competition. Warns no bill likely before the presidential election. Also criticizes Commission on codifying Penal Laws as wasteful, proposing a government statutory compilation instead.
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Committee On Commerce
House
Washington
Senate
Pacific Cable Company of
New York
Congress
New Zealand Considers Quarantine on Consumed Passengers
A California exchange reports from London that New Zealand plans a law to bar landing anyone with consumption, akin to cholera exclusions. The proposal contrasts with California policy and offers debate on which course is wiser.
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California Exchange
London
New Zealand
California
Legislature Considers Income Tax To Boost Revenue
A new income tax proposal has been presented in the Legislature as lawmakers seek additional revenue. Critics lament that revenue doctors did not coordinate early in the session to determine exact needs and equitable methods, calling for a study of tax inequality and potential remedies.
Postal funding in Senate stalled on Oceanic subsidy
Washington reports that postal appropriations including an $80,000 subsidy for the Oceanic Steamship Company were slated for Senate action on Monday but action did not take place. The item was expected to be considered but was not addressed in session.
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Washington
Oceanic Steamship Company
Senate
Partisan Debate Delays Local Progress Report in Livermore
A bitter partisan debate stalls a key update as Livermore, California, promotes its lively League of Progress. The Shanghai Celestial Empire notes a smallpox case aboard the USSB Petrel en route to Nagasaki. Mr Romig plans a talk on Purgatory as he continues his evangelistic tour aboard the Australia.
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Livermore
California
League of Progress
Shanghai
U. S
Petre
Nagasaki
Mr. Romig
Evangelist
Australia
New Process Blue Flame Oil Stove Promises Odorless Burns
The New Process Blue Flame Oil Stove claims a year long wick burn, odorless blue flame, and no soot. It advertises direct placing of utensils, an oven of 19 1/2 by 12 by 13 1/2 inches, and compatibility with coal oil kerosene. Located at 307 Fort Street opposite Spreckels Bank.
Honesty and craftsmanship for a worn watch
A patient, period voice extols a watchmaker's skill in reviving a forty year old timepiece. The piece narrates the compare and repair of worn pivots and wheels, praising reconstruction over replacement and urging readers to entrust their delicate items to the workshop for intricate, reliable service.
Wichman Continues Fort Street Store After Purchase
H F Wichman announces continuation of the No 10 Fort Street business purchased from the Waterhouse estate. He thanks patrons and promises a full line of dry goods and fancy goods at low prices with continued liberal service.
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Fort Street
J.T. Waterhouse
Enenby Svs
Mivites
T Ae
Makiki estate sites offer city harbor views in prime districts
Estate listing presents three fine Makiki residence sites with commanding views of the city and harbor on Queen Street, along with two stores on Nuʻuanu Street, four sites on Magazine Hill, priced from 280 to 500 each, and one lot on Luckfell Street 80 by 100. The notices indicate investment opportunities with several parcels available for immediate consideration.
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Makiki
Queen Street
Mare
Nuuata Street
Luckfell Street
Lanalito Street
Maktkt
Punchbowl
Kinau Street
Katibi
Waikiki
Pana
Hawaii
Rycroft
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Sporetory Heart of Health
Vantel Logan
Alea the Hoynelirst
Kor
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Packine
Abbey
B. Peterson & CO
Hawaiian Hardware Co
Spreckels’ Bank
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Liekel
Zelo Sats
Hawaiian Islands
Icho
Ito On
Jas. I’, Morgan
Coffer
Tam
Kolo
Olelomoana
Kona
Island of Hawaii
Hookens
Iandlog
Cotfee
Gordon's
Kona Tike
D. MH. Nehing
J. W. Kualmoku
J.F, Morgan, Avetlone
H. F. Wichman
Fort ST
Hawaiian Electric Company
Theo. Hoffmann
Rott
Erma Square
Quown Street
Nuwan Street
King Street
Eaplenade
Young Street
Bing
Gor Tines
Thutnae Square
Lunalilo
A. V. Gear
Kkokivin
Ivmegard
Victoria
E. W. Jordan
Gigban Pud AY Lyesing
Poole Clik
Dwatress of
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Wilde
Booreta
Hrank Lilliss
Stand
Bethel and
King Streets
Hamuranta
Toubon
Hamawurn
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Honolulu
Salanda
Vose & Sons
Schiller & Smith and Barnes Pianos
Woodward & Brown
T. Beiervs
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