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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1904
Page
4
Fragmented notes discuss party control, nominations, and voter influence amid a broader debate on law enforcement during a time of conflict. Mentions of Hughes program, Republican organization, and Smoot Inquiry loom over a vista of political strategy and public accountability.
The record notes that wealthy men, especially captains of Industry, will hire a special train to reach a court if their testimony saves them a dollar. When asked to tell plain truths about their business they use technical means to avoid appearing in court. Such figures occasionally speak of good citizenship.
A fragmentary report notes debate over resolutions aimed at curbing partisan influence, proposing direct voter nomination of party candidates at the primary. Opposition expected to target the party office as tensions rise over governance and rules.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a notice about building association matters with unclear names and date. The readable fragments indicate inquiries or requests for details and possibly a formal action by a local organization. Further context from the full page would clarify the parties and obligations involved.
The trial of May for allegedly embezzling $1 from the Bettincourt estate opened before Judge Andrews. Witnesses described May as agent for the Germania Life Insurance policy of $1,000 and details of funds held from the widow Teahella Bettincourt.
In a civil criminal confusion, a money loaned by May to Berincourt and allied parties is argued as a failed investment rather than embezzlement. The court reviews whether funds were invested and misused, with opinions split on potential criminal charges. Witnesses present the Hettincourt estate record, objections raised, and documents admitted to the jury amid procedural motions.
A fragmented transcript shows Delphine May and Mi Berloenitt in a drawn out exchange over alleged funds and debt repayment. May urged silence on investments while others push for clarifications of loans and implied commitments. The direct examination spanned the forenoon with the court adjourning at midday.
Rumors say Colonel Norris may sell the Hawali property to Holte for forty thousand dollars, with Honolulu inquiries confirming ongoing negotiations. Reports of the sale have circulated in Kan district ahead of Mauna Loa’s Hawaii port voyage, while past sale attempts and partial cash payments loom over current talks. The Mauna Loa carried diverse cargo including cattle, hogs, oranges, and various trade goods from Hawaii to the port.
The trial era and jury hearings focus on Toeppelmann the German chemist at the fertilizer works. Henry Pituger and a German associate testified as the Grand Jury investigated a fatal night on Hout Street. Police and officials gathered statements as the case unfolded, drawing strong German community interest and public scrutiny.
Fragmented OCR shows entries for recorded transfers and consents dated Dec 12 1904 and Dec 13 1964. Includes names such as Patkal Plant Co, Walilawa Water Co, Lin Hop Wal Go, Mkev Ah Kam, and Kaplolin Est lad with varying times from 9:00 to 10:30 a m. Related parties include Thomas Palw, Maw Mewly, Halley by atty, and Dayton Keath.
The Haleiwa Limited, a first class train, departs Honolulu at 8 22 Sunday mornings reaching Haleiwa in two hours. Round trip costs 2 00 dollars. Spending time at the Hotel Haleiwa offers bathing, tennis, golf, drives, shooting or fishing, with return to town by 10 10 p m.
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