17 Dec 1906
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1906
Page
1
Washington December 17 President Roosevelt forwards an extra message to Congress addressing the Panama Canal public lands and the Navy personnel in a brief formal note outlining policy interests and administrative concerns.
In a scrambled colonial era note, authorities prepare for trials as evidence discussion unfolds across multiple states. Names and dates are partially obscured, but the focus remains on admissibility and procedural steps rather than outcomes.
A steamship named Kier arrived Saturday, with passengers including Hilie and Miateany, amid repairs after damage to the upper works. Earlier, a freighter cleared the harbor, and the week’s activity included confirmation of several federal officials: Strauss, Metcalf, Bonaparte, Moody assume office. Graves to Commerce and Labor, Metcalf as Navy Secretary, Bonaparte as Attorney General, Moody as Supreme Court Justice.
In San Francisco on December 17 Judge Dunne denied defense motions to strike indictments against Mayor Schemmite and Abe Ruef. Both must stand trial. Spreckels notes cardinals vacate Paris palace amid Paris sympathy demonstration. Waynesburg reports alleged $95,000 discrepancy in Farmers and Drovers Bank accounts.
Governor Carlen stated there is no danger of Japanese control of Lanai and that ownership disputes remain unsettled. He noted the Territory still holds claim to the land and that litigation by Link McCondleman could cost taxpayers money. Attorney General Peter is pursuing the case for the Territory while a decision awaits further action.
The annual activity in mining stock in the downtown district may culminate in listing on the Stock Exchange or creation of a separate exchange for oil, copper, and gold stocks. Nevada Goldfield mines have seen heavy buying and selling by outsiders and brokers, with rumors of a sale set for the Stock Exchange but no action taken. Mary Armitage, a prominent broker, has been noted for handling large quantities of mining stock.
The Allen estate sues the Radiolani estate in circuit court alleging a disputed mortgage on about 36 acres in Wad at Hegemaline with later transfer to Allen & Robinson. The filing names Kathlelda M. Aten Mark Po Robioway, Joseph Carte, Haus Mullendert as trustees, and Mary Kaplolant Estate Te Castle. The suit notes unpaid interest and principal with an alienated note and later transfers.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a farewell event at the Seaside Hotel with mentions of a port, Sheva, and a September date. Names and full details are unclear, but the text hints at a departure or mediation context and a lineup of attendees.
On New Year's Day the 8 8 Alameda arrives in San Francisco with a consignment of pine apples and bananas. Leave order at Wells Fargo 72 King St.
Island investors in Honolulu engage in mining speculation with new strategies gaining traction in Nevada mines. Speculators report promising returns as market conditions shift and opportunities expand across the western territories.
A large crowd attended a meeting in the Japanese community denouncing anti American sentiment. Speakers including Fukuehime urged unity while criticizing U.S. wartime policy and calling for restraint as tensions with Japan rose.
A local note describes a vault access system claimed to be foolproof, with every renter entry recorded by a clock stamp device to the exact minute. The card invites readers to see the mechanism when downtown.
Unusual price reductions will prevail this week at Sachs Silk Lingerie Waists Silkolines Oriental Drawn Work Silk Eoliennts and Peau de Guyne Silk on sale at prices that should insure quick buying. Packages will be delivered free to any part of the city. Store open evenings until Christmas.
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