07 Dec 1911
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1911
Page
1
Sgt McMahon reports a burglary at a Fort Street jewelry store. Thieves smashed a window near the hotel and stole jewelry and fur goods, estimated value high. Manager defers comment while police pursue leads as city officials face scrutiny over funding for the force.
Reconstructed trial narration details a dramatic courtroom scene with McMahon and Cedertot amid accusations of a fatal shooting. Witness testimony describes the motive and sequence, including a revolver discharge during a demonstration and the subsequent collapse of McMahon. Proceedings reveal defense claims of accidental death and focus on the weapon and actions at the Lehonold barracks.
McCandless man MuCyadiete and his political followers formally succeed in a union political move. The meeting was held last night and initiation into office is planned tonight with a Hawaiian hand and remarks from local officials.
A local newsboys contest outlines prizes for top sellers, including trips to the valley, watches, and a $25 dry goods order. Standings and rules detail how many plots, prizes for participation, and daily tracking based on sales.
A turbulent scene occurred as a family dispute estranged Mrs A A Martin and her husband during a winter stay in Vancouver. Police advised restraint while a threatening letter was read aloud, detailing consequences if further provocation continued. The couple appeared calm, though investigators weighed the seriousness of the threat and the potential financial impact of the pleaded actions.
The Navy Department awarded the Pearl Harbor storehouse contract to the YW cannon Company of San Francisco. The Lord-Young Co was the sole local bidder and was favored for the administration building project, which will be readvertised. The storehouse bid totaled about 690 thousand dollars from the appropriation of 100 thousand dollars.
The Marine battalion will establish Camp Cowles at Pearl Harbor. Camp facilities include showers, a water system, and canvas tents for 350 men with hikes and practice marches planned. Some officers and men will travel to see Mount Kilauea while others stay in camp.
Reports indicate further smallpox deaths among migrants aboard the steamer Lieutenants warn of more fatalities as quarantine measures and meals falter. The riot scene near the Hawaiian tenants’ rooms ends with soldiers ejecting groups. tensions rise between Hawaiians and authorities amid ongoing welfare concerns for the immigrant community.
A correspondent from New York quotes Chairman Underwood of the Ways and Means Committee saying there will be no sugar tariff reduction during the forthcoming session of Congress. The American Beet Sugar Company reportedly received assurances that the tariff will not be cut.
Visitors from Apeelal Hatletio Wirelow head to Hilo for Volcano National Park day trips including Milo and Volcano House. Local events include a dance by the Board of Trade on Friday evening and a junior baseball game against Maryland next weekend.
In New York on December 7 the American Sugar Refining Company announced plans to drop stock via its Way pany to A B Spreckels and to transfer interest in the Refining Company Sugar Refining Com the Carver factory. James Bodkin of Colorado testified in Washington that only customers of Gy Proper tent for beets. Western Beet Sugar Company received a noted shift as refined sugar prices fell fifteen cents more after a prior reduction.
Los Angeles December 7 The Federal grand jury investigates a countrywide dynamiting conspiracy. Ortie A McManigal who testified in the McNamara case details the plot. The McNamaras say they will not testify before the jury.
In Delhi the great Durbar is underway with a grand procession for the King and Queen as Washington reports a Senate hearing on corporate pooling. Biel Corporation urged federal action on commerce, advocating a massive trust-like stock pooling across the United States.
Alabama voters endorse Chairman Underwood of the United Front committee for the presidency. The endorsement signals party support and district enthusiasm for his candidacy.
Brig. Gen. Weaver, chief of the Coast Artillery, asks Congress to authorize a 7,000 man increase to man coast defenses. The proposal aims to bolster protection along coastal fortifications and shore batteries amid ongoing strategic concerns.
President Taft sent a message to Congress on foreign relations urging an adjustment of American passports with Russia. The note, dated in Washington, outlines steps to ease travel and diplomatic exchanges between the two nations.
San Francisco dispatch reports General Yuan Kai, the Chinese leader, seeking a foreign loan but the imperial efforts failed. The item notes tension within the Chinese government and ongoing financial pressures as of December 7.
Sugar NS Frangirco Cal 160 and the Floral Muradeis Werth prepare for a parade with a four pound hurry, aiming for a February Floral Murade. The owner plans decor design and timing, emphasizing the value of early planning and insurance collection.
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