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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1904
Page
4
The text appears from a 1904 Evening Bulletin page noting charges and notices across jurisdictions with editorials on legal actions. It references Attorney General Andrews, Chief Justice Frear, and discussions among home rule and old-guard factions, amid chaotic OCR rendering of names and dates.
The text argues about the role of Justices in passing important laws and critiques Chief Justice Froar for purportedly lacking qualifications. It notes that within the territory there are men trained in American law and procedure who could serve.
Bankers seek territorial warmups but find no cheating value in Territorial nuts. A confused report mentions Tahie Ades, Japanese, and fear of death, with Punjabi-like misreadings and failed attempts to gain information. Delegates weigh political moves ahead of a second Congress, urging unity and caution in Republican circles.
The Hawaii Supreme Court upholds portions of a 1901 statute prohibiting keepers from admitting or allowing minors in premises where intoxicants are sold. Justice Frear writes the opinion, addressing constitutionality and evidence issues, including whether mere presence of a minor suffices to convict. The decision discusses section validity and the burden of proving the keeper's knowledge or intent regarding the minor's presence.
The morning paper criticizes Chief Justice Frears for extraordinary activity and questions the judiciary's adherence to elevated standards. It argues judicial independence may be eroded by personal prejudice, lobbying, and improper influence, urging restraint and fidelity to American ideals.
Now Its Lace Curtains Chance presents standard goods at reduced prices with Arabian lace curtains imitation of real pieces. Handsome applique designs in Arabian ecru color. marketed as fashionable and durable versus white. Two items shown as special large reductions for one pair of each kind.
Testimony shows the minor, aged 18 on May 12, worked behind the bar at Cunha's saloon on Merchant Street in Honolulu amid serving gin. Witnesses describe drink handling on June 22 and June 24 1903 as authorities affirm the district court judgment.
The Honolulu Symphony Club moves to new larger premises at Haalelen Lawn marking a new era. Central location expected to boost attendance and attract new members. Rehearsals to be held on the lower floor. upper floor to host a bell table. Grounds to host occasional open-air concerts. house rules to be updated for orderly conduct. Some tenancy arrangements and member relocations noted.
A freight shed at the wharf collapsed under a sugar pile near the ship Californian. About thirty Japanese workers escaped the falling structure as steel, planks, and corrugated iron were torn apart. Engineers and carpenters planned to replace the main platform and repair the wreck, with the incident resembling a cyclone's damage.
Meheula, a clerk of the House, was called before a federal grand jury regarding missing vouchers. He argued constitutional privilege prevents compelled self incrimination and noted authorities supporting his stance while detailing prior cases and the grand jury’s non binding nature on defendant testimony.
Transcript excerpts show the inquisitorial process pressing Meheula for answers under threat of indictment. Witness Brockona states he cannot confirm a warning, but notes Meheula was told he need not speak unless he chose to. The dialogue centers on rights and potential contempt charges during grand jury questioning.
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