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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1907
Page
1
A stormy session saw the Senate push to indefinitely postpone the local option liquor measure. McCarthy and Heaney moved for committee suspension, while Knudsen and Smith argued for keeping the option, fearing saloon proximity to homes. Debate reflected broader tensions over state control and governance. Continued on Page 3.
Santiago Chile April 23 severe volcanic eruptions have occurred in the southern part of Chile with reports of significant activity and ash clouds affecting nearby regions and air travel ongoing assessments by authorities and scientists about potential evacuations and risks.
Passenger Captain von Becker recounts the Dakota wreck near the Great Northern line, noting the vessel grounded about 40 metres from shore amid slippery seas and bad weather. He blames crew negligence and rough conditions for the disaster while detailing the ship’s halted progress and the ship’s position before the stranding.
A Port Blakely lumber mill caught fire on a April day causing about 750000 dollars in damage. Fire officials investigated the blaze while securing the site and stating the loss includes equipment and timber. No injuries were reported and the cause remained under investigation.
A chaotic mass meeting at Aga Park ended with the proposed plan to cheat the Wo Gook Society and exacerbate internal Chinese tensions exposed. Rival factions clashed on stage with attorney Lightfoot aiding the opposing side as a roll call vote split the crowd, resulting in the resolution’s defeat. Separately, in Sevastopol a terrorist raid on the post office yielded $50,000 as robbers fled.
Hawaii Senate debate over immigration reform features Makekau opposing broad authority for opening public lands to settlement. He backs immigration but rejects sweeping powers, while others move to advance the bill with amendments. Governor veto discussion cited amid resistance to restricted land access.
The Lucky Six travel from northern Pacific Coast states to Portland visiting river valleys and mountains. They pass through Oregon and California, with scenic stops at McCloud River, Bigelow Falls, Mount Shasta, and Dunsmuir, greeted by locals and Hawaii representatives en route.
A heated confrontation between the Legislature and the Board of Health erupts over controls and treatment access. Lawmakers accuse the board of defiance while a planned resolution seeks to curb the health panel and ensure compliance with state mandates amid protests and political tensions.
In a forenoon session the House unanimously overrode the governor's veto on Towne DN 184, fixing the wage of Territorial and County laborers per day. The bill passed despite expected vetoes and without opposition to the motion to overset. Tomorrow the assembly will tackle the most important matter, with Hughes gathering facts for future action. Also read was House Bill 317 on cheap fruit transportation from Hawaii to the mainland, approved for a $10,000 per year cap for ten years, but failed a second time.
Hopp and Co, a popular furniture dealer in the city, closed their old Young building showroom to relocate to the Lenore and Cooke block, citing demand for better sewer access and larger stock display space. The move aims to better showcase their excellent furniture to customers.
Four men were killed and 250 horses slaughtered as fires raged across the city this morning. Twelve firemen were injured and property damage reached about 2 million dollars. The report notes scattered blazes across districts with extensive losses.
The article discusses shifting patterns in Japanese immigrant families, noting more men arriving with wives and children. It contrasts earlier male-led arrivals with later trends influenced by government and social factors. A court case involving Elena Ka haant and Bleum Kaenwokalant is mentioned with a judge in session.
A government arsenal blast near Tolon France on April 23 injured thirty men and damaged property worth millions of francs. Rescue teams battled flames as authorities investigated the source of the explosion.
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