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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1896
Page
5
By Authority Diveanrainroe Bisanen declares cabinet members must file annual reports of arrears and claims. The Finance Minister orders all with monetary claims against the government to present them promptly, noting accounts for the year ending December 31, 1896 should be closed and reported by January 4, 1887 or as directed.
Public notice outlines water rate due dates and penalties under 1880 law. Bills are payable at the Water Works office in Kapualwa building. Delinquent accounts face a ten percent penalty after fifteen days.
The Evening Bulletin argues American business interests should back a local Pacific cable to Hawaii with government subsidies. It warns a proposed British controlled line may shut out US cables to Australia and hinder US capital for Japan links. A Honolulu survey of merchants could prove profitability and attract quick capital.
The government would allow free use of the line in exchange for subsidy, while the company could set rates to the U S Government if subsidies are lacking. Japan and Hawaii’s role loom as crucial, with a Hawaii cable seen as a fast path to international communication and potential two million dollars in capital for a sugar enterprise. The Bulletin urges Honolulu to back a home cable project to secure guarantees and early capital.
A Boenning Bulletin excerpt argues Hawaii must weigh its capacity for Japanese settlers against social and political assimilation. It compares Hawaii’s situation to Japan, noting Japanese residents’ contributions in trade, labor, and service while warning that rapid influx could threaten self-preservation and institutions. The piece stresses careful invitation limits as Hawaii’s Japanese population grows.
Last week listed gifts for Christmas and New Year, this week promotes thrift with tax and water-rate savings. Features include cart and buggy harness from 15.50 to 35.00, collars, chamois skins, brushes, Whitman bits, horse clippers, whips, and Dietz lanterns from 1.00 to 4.00 to help drive at night and save money.
Property described as a magnificent Waikiki lot for sale at Pablo Avenue Fort Queen corner. Auction room access and plan available for view. Includes coconut trees and dense vegetation, with options to purchase part or whole. For further particulars, contact the seller.
Announcement listing address and location details for The Hawaiian Hardware Co Limited opposite Spreckels Ban No 307 Fort Street feature in a public notices section.
Lewis and Co markets Christmas trees from California with five left for immediate purchase. They tout high quality Evaporated Peaches Apricots and Plums, warn stock may run out before next invoice, and offer Eastern Bloater Mackerel as a breakfast delicacy. A telephone line at 240 is provided for orders.
Santa Claus invites Honolulu children under ten to write original letters for a chance to win a French doll. Wall, Nichols Co. acts as agent and will display the doll in a show window. Letters are due between 9 am November 28 and 12 pm December 24, judged by Honolulu press representatives.
W W Dimond urges shoppers to inspect the enlarged Whiting Silver Company assortment now available after San Francisco delay. The catalog lists items from Sardine Servers to Napkin Rings with prices from $1.15 to $11.05 and stores open evenings for viewings.
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