16 Dec 1903
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1903
Page
1
Washington December 16 the Cuban Reciprocity bill passed by 57 to 17 in the Senate. The measure completes a hard fought campaign for Cuban sugar admission and promises industrial development for the new Republic.
Aboard the battleships Kentucky Oregon and Wisconsin the fleet sailed from Yokohama in a steady pace setting a long distance record. The squadron, under Admiral Evans, maneuvers off Walanae and into the harbor as crews prepare for coaling and distant operations. The voyage featured thirteen knots on average, with one casualty and ongoing plans for harbor entry and supply staging. The article notes the immense costs and supplies involved, highlighting the scale of the operation and the expected stay near port for a few days for rest and resupply.
The Crommle steamship Ventura docked at Hackford wharf at 2 o clock after leaving San Francisco December 1. On board were 208 passengers and a crew, with a report of the fifth cook Jor Fennell missing after a possible jump overboard. The voyage proceeded under fine weather though marred by the disappearance, while cargo included freight for Honolulu and transits. The vessel carried a large list of passengers including Mr and Mrs Brown, several named travelers, and many others aboard, with plans to call at Colonies and Lima before continuing. (Continued on Page 5.)
The defense and prosecution debated Jones's sanity as four physicians were summoned to evaluate the defendant, accused of murdering his wife and mother in law. The experts were to answer a lengthy hypothetical and each provide independent opinions, with the process delayed by the trial’s pace.
An unofficial report from the Flagship Kentucky notes Admiral Evans expects his fleet to halt operations within ten days amid ongoing strategic maneuvers and weather considerations affecting deployment timelines.
Government upsilon plan to acquire land from the Highrey Estate for a public park is dropped due to economy. Land values and water rights from the Kahola tract would yield about $1200 yearly, making the exchange unattractive. Land Commissioner Pratt will continue inquiry into the proposed sale and its implications.
SAN FRANCISCO December 16 W A McKowen secretary of the Regents of the University of California confesses to large defalcations in handling the university funds.
Washington December 16 The government will furnish Consul Davis a warship to return to his post at Alexandrine. He was attacked by Turkish police while protecting an Armenian naturalized American. He lowered his flag and went to Beirut then plans to resume duties with proper protection.
In Washington on December 16 Democrats in the Senate caucused to discuss the Panama question. The National and political situation were thoroughly canvassed but no decision was reached. Senator Morgan is leading a vigorous opposition to Democrats accepting the Panama route.
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