22 Aug 1910
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1910
Page
1
Spokane reports over a hundred dead and many missing as fires sweep the region. Idaho towns are abandoned with residents fleeing southward carrying only scant belongings. Troops are being rushed to aid fire suppression. Washington officials say the blazes destroy millions of feet of lumber and are incendiary.
The Tenyo Maru arrives from San Francisco off Honolulu as officials from Japan discuss contacts with President Shirwinka and Vice President Ohe. Reports note Tokyo executives visiting New York and Washington, with ties to the Toyo Kin eo Kalela and TKP lines. The piece highlights the strategic remittance impact and liner calls, plus local sentiment among Hawai i residents and Japanese expatriates.
A Republican Territorial Central Committee session exposed alleged duplicity in funding for political favors involving Andrews and Cohen. Claims include a $800 draft and a $500 personal service payment, with both men admitting a draft existed but denying its political purpose. Continued on page.
A disputed deed involving the Spreckels interests and the Yuven merchant street corridor clears for a street extension at Bishop Street. San Francisco signature, property removal within sixty days, and a $10,400 compensation are cited as conditions. A related arrest warrant concerns alleged coal theft from a wrecked vessel, with ongoing legal proceedings to determine ownership and liability.
A garbled notice outlines plans to assemble and distribute legally prepared election literature for inspectors and court officials. It mentions compiling materials, coordinating with the court, and readying pamphlets for distribution to those entitled to receive them.
Washington reports outline two invasion deterrence plans by the War and Navy departments. The Quartermaster General and Taft administration discuss fortifications and naval strength to deter attacks, including coastal batteries and mounted forces. Plans envision a naval base buildup and prepared contingencies for rapid response if needed.
In a heated community dispute, John Waterhouse accuses Cohen of misstatements while Cohen’s supporters insist there is no intention to abandon the nomination. The disagreement centers on Cohen’s ambition for the Territorial Senate and rival views from Cooke and others.
Managua is reported fallen with Dr Medrin, provincial president, still fighting as Jose Estrada, brother of General Joan Estrada, is proclaimed President of Reunited Nicaragua. The report comes from New Orleans dated August 22.
Hawaii reports substantial public land revenue with twelve months ending June 20 totaling 81411.08 and receipts up 8121.47 year over year. From sales, 40 4142.08 funded sinking fund for territorial wounded, 23 1643 purchased land for public uses, and a route project. Of 164 homesteads allotted, 11 went to Americans, 33 to Portuguese, 18 to Hawaiians, and 14 to others. The average land price rose, with sales value near 639,466.16 and real value likely higher. Nationalities receiving homesteads included Hawaiians, Portuguese, Americans, and others.
Governor issues proclamation creating new precincts to be used in the coming general election. Changes include Watertown Wahlawa and Kuwathan Hawas precincts, with boundaries redrawn in the ninth and tenth precincts on Maui. Polling locations shift for Routt Kona and Maulle precincts to more central venues.
Real estate men of the city will hold a banquet tonight at the Commercial club, with business and dinner in honor of Kabul Land Company. Charles A. Stallman, manager of Kabul Land Co, will host the event, while plans for real estate ventures and property dealings are discussed among invited guests.
Genko, a resident near Mamninton, tried to slit his wife Elin's throat during a drunken episode. The blade cut along her jawbone but she survived with serious injuries. Geako was confined at the police station and faces an attempted murder charge. if found insane, he will be committed to an asylum. The wife remains in care at a hospital, progressing as expected without further complications.
The British warship Bedford is reported wrecked and a total loss. Eighteen people aboard were drowned. The vessel was in Honolulu and the incident occurred during the voyage to a distant station, with wreckage and distress reported by authorities.
Bir W. Hillier long a war advisor to Imperial China returns to Kageland as policies shift under alfaire in the Flowery Kingdom. Sir Miller and Lady Hillier travel via Nippon Maru to Honolulu then onward to San Francisco. multiple dignitaries and travelers tied to Chinese affairs are noted.
Incomplete text appears to reference offenses and numbered items with unclear context. Readable names or dates are not discernible, making precise summary impractical from the fragment. The fragment hints at a list of offenses but lacks concrete entities or outcomes.
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