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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1898
Page
4
The Evening Bulletin notes a Baltimore edition dated August 8 1898. It comments that peace with Spain won t end political tensions, republican stance toward friends and enemies is affirmed, and hints at an upcoming flag raising with expectations of spectators. It mentions McKinley s party and includes a remark on a soldier s swear.
Boss Croker returns to New York from London, signaling the start of a renewed political campaign. The piece urges rapid flag raising and mobilization to seize early momentum before public enthusiasm wanes.
A sewing bee by the Ladies of the Red Cross revives Civil War era home brigade work, gathering to craft hospital furnishings and memories of wartime relief for ongoing relief efforts.
Mark Twain quips that judicious living is an art slipping into a joke as residents from other islands arrive in Honolulu expecting a flag raising on Tuesday, reflecting local sentiment and misread timelines.
The text argues that while flag raising should be simple, it is prudent policy for the Cabinet to participate with the public in celebration, noting that some factions favor a festive observance.
The article suggests the hardest phase of the war tests men eager to fight but lacking opportunity. General Blanco, initially expected to be heavily involved, seems likely to avoid participating in a large engagement with American forces.
A cabinet officer notes that appointments on other islands may delay the flag raising. The current interpretation is that officers must take the oath of allegiance to the United States, and there is reassurance to the gentlemen involved.
The piece argues President McKinley must decide on policy after war success. Democrats opposed expansion, while business interests push for retaining territory like the Philippines for commerce. It predicts potential armistice soon and notes European powers may pressure Spain.
Paul Neumann, a noted swimmer from Chicago, earns top honors amid strong showing from Honolulu rivals. The article highlights Neumann maintaining lead on key propositions without relinquishing the title in a competitive field.
State Money at Mikahala Kalili, deck hand, is at the Police Station awaiting departure tomorrow afternoon for Makaweli where he will face arrest on larceny charges. Purser Grube reported a bag of 2000 dollars missing from his room during Makaweli trip. a cat burglar removed 33 notes, Flo confessed and returned full amount. Inter-Island Company officers ordered Kalili's arrest yesterday.
A large pleasant front room available for rent in a private house. Apply at No. Fort Street.
At a stockholders meeting on July 18, 1898, Hyron C. Clark was elected President S.J. Murdock Vice-President 1 HH Mesick Secretary GLA Murdock Treasurer C.H. W. Norton Auditor The officers also form the Board of Directors of the Hawaiian Fruit and Mant Co Ltd Secretary LH Mesick Honolulu August 8 1808 Oddwi
A special meeting of stockholders of the Honakoa Su Gar Company will be held at the office of F. A. Schaefer & Co on Tuesday August 7 at 2 pm. The object is to consider an increase of the capital stock. Honolulu August 8 1898. H Renjes Secretary.
The gular annual meeting of the Honolulu Chamber of Commerce will be held at the rooms on Wednowday, August 1 10th, at 10 o'clock a. m. A full attendance In requested. Aug. 8th, 1898, JAS. G. SPENCER.
With the news of peace, comes the announcement that twenty thousand Krag-Jorgensen rifles are to be shipped to the American troops at Porto Rico. Better late than never.
The account compares troop handling on the St Paul with that on ships recently in port. It reassures lay readers that there is true discipline. The men speak of good spirits and credit officers with attention to their comfort and well being.
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