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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1898
Page
4
Fragmented letters and editorials discuss Dole party push to place Hawaii under American control. The text cites a congressional speech and calls for neutrality, mixing maritime state rhetoric with proposals for governance and annexation outcomes.
A garbled report mentions official neutrality, Manson’s activities, and a deputy appointment at the Board of Health. It refers to releasing Spanish prisoners for $1.50, with Aguipaldo’s price tag noted and a dispute involving Capt Milner and City officers over governorship and slavery.
A garbled report references U S 8 Boston landing marines or a Chinese omen, mentions a meeting of a group called Sons of Calamity and a postponed trip for which an official says it is nobody's business, with uncertain dialogue and applause.
The Adver tiner notes that American territory should be governed by American law and will be ruled by American interests, despite foreign lines and pressures. The piece argues state that the Japnorse peninsula and British, German, French, and Portuguese positions share the same footing, yet Americans must respond with measured wrath when challenged.
In Honolulu harbor the wharfage facilities remain hindered by “masterly inactivity” despite Chamber of Commerce efforts and Cabinet talks. Officials promise benefits from Pacific trade growth, Nicaragua Canal opening, and Philippines annexation, but actual improvements to accommodate rising commerce are still distant and unclear.
The port faces binding capacity as two new ocean liner lines approach, forcing ships to wait outside for wharf space. Delays of six to twelve hours raise costs for freight and passenger traffic from the Coast to the Orient, with more coal burned to keep to schedule. Government action is urged to expand docking facilities and reduce costly delays, pushing for decisive steps rather than inactivity.
The decision criticizes the Star for misreading the Chief Justice on the Newlands resolution not referred to, notes permits issued by the Chinese bureau, and states customs watch immigration under Hawaiian laws. It discusses whether a China man returning after leaving Hawaii or the U S is an immigrant, stressing Judd’s strong interpretation of American judicial construction and the anomalous duties involved.
Mr Spencer of the Chain Commerce reports to the Chamber after receiving details from the museum director. Reading Harper's Weekly Oct 9 1897, engravings and a three column article illustrate museum departments. The piece argues the Philadelphia Commercial Museum could greatly aid local industries and commerce.
Fredrick Winston Hankey and M. G. Barney have been admitted to practice in the Hawaiian Islands. Their admission marks addition to the local bar, expanding legal representation in the Territory.
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