08 Aug 1904
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1904
Page
1
A white dove bearing a note paper crest reaches Acting Governor Atkinson, signaling a splintered, cryptic communication from Zion City. The missive signed Gilbert hints at a religious plot or prophet, leaving the governor to weigh its significance amid rumors from Dowie’s sect.
The funeral of Donald George Cy Mackay was conducted at UC Masonic Temple under Hawaiian Lodge No ct. The service began at 1:20 and the body was taken to Pearl City for interment. Pearson, longtime mounted police officer, has been assigned as plantation overseer at Walpab.
The report notes construction of a new prison wall reaching twenty feet, four feet base width and two feet top width. The old wall will be raised to match, and the facility will separate long-term inmates from misdemeanants and pretrial prisoners. Judge Gear’s rating in the case supports the plan.
In a Federal Court session Judge Dole today allowed Robertson and Wilder representing insurers to withdraw their answers and file amended pleas as ruling on the case proceeds. The dispute centers on the disposition of certain awards involving Treasury Agent Mo enna and Cuinatown mecelaine axes.
The Arn of Behcon Smith & Co petitions to test the law by requiring the company to file its annual statement with the Territory treasurer. The action aligns with the Merchants Association stance taken earlier.
The document lists delegates including Sam Johnson, Cha[e] Coster, Eli Rathbone, Gur Rose, EA. Lutthalant, Won, Kalli, Sam John, Mike Hartley and Jack Belser. It notes a page reference to “Wanta” on page two.
A nationwide bid led by the National Business League seeks to amend the U S Constitution to lengthen the presidential term to six years and bar reelection. The Merchants Association of Hawaii is asked to endorse by resolution, citing reduced campaign costs and economic stability. The campaign targets business and public welfare, with local meetings planned in Chicago and Honolulu. Manuel Antonio Lops is now a United States citizen.
In Kalihi valley two horsemen robbed two Chinese men after charging them from ahead and behind. Lee You and a companion were taken to the ground. one man was stunned but soon recovered. They found $12. The robbers fled on horseback. one described assailants as a Portuguese known as Joe and an Hawaiian unknown. Lee You identified the suspects as locals.
Grand and trial juries drawn for the upcoming term in Hono Circuit Court. Judge Robinson, presiding in Judge Joar’s absence, selects 200 jurors for civil and criminal panels. Grand jurors meet September 6 at 10 a.m., with trial jurors called for September 1 7 at 10 a.m. Labor Day observes a court closure.
The community of Kebului Maui has seen extensive improvements this season including electric lights a new park a railway station and new buildings for the Kahului Railroad. A new locomotive with modern features is being installed and plans for Harvest Home at Puunene Mill on August 11 1904 are announced with dancing to follow.
Lieutenant J R Slattery assistant to the engineer of the Twelfth District announces a 500000 allotment for repairs and new lighting of Hawaii lighthouses. He notes the need for complete overhauls at La hina and other sites, with further work to be planned as funds allow.
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