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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1909
Page
1
In Petersburg on December 22 Col Karpoff head of the city's secret police was killed by a bomb. The attack appeared to be a deliberate plot by anarchists with a carefully planned act of violence.
Senator Depew of New York leads an effort to amend the Organic Act for Hawaii with a proposed HHT measure. Governor Frear reports favorable prospects and notes Senate support from Kuhio, George, and McCtelland. hearings before House and Senate committees are scheduled as proscribed.
Arthur Jackson chief magistrate of Nasik was assassinated in Bombay while attending a city theater. The killer, a native, linked to fanatic groups opposing British rule, fled toward the Godavari river area. The report notes Nasik’s role as a religious site and describes local geography and population context.
Fragmentary OCR reports a street shooting involving a prime minister figure and adjoining events. The text lists various names, places, and monetary figures but is largely garbled, leaving the core incident unclear and several characters unreadable. The piece references land, rents, and officials in unclear connection to the primary event.
Letter from Dr. Gowitine Gherison to Dr. Stevens discusses harmful hookworm in the Philippines and plantation labor. It notes prejudice against educated natives, the need for better sanitation, and partial reference to plantation practices in Hawaii, with continuation noted on page 7.
The policy promises to double the maintenance amount over a twenty year span, with the total payable in cash. This arrangement increases the financial obligation and affects the long term value of the policy.
The steamship Alameda departed for San Francisco at 10 this morning with twenty four passengers aboard. The hold carried a sizable Hawaiian goods consignment including 4 160 sacks of coffee, 1 500 wove cormer and fleo, 6 000 cases of pineapples, and 1 200 crates of grain. A Hawaiian band played during departure as late arrivals were left behind. The crowd at the wharf remained sizeable despite the small passenger turnout.
A damaged note wishes Dr McGrew a happy birthday tomorrow December 28. It thanks him for years of service and extends hearty regards from the inn and friends, greeting him with warm wishes and good health.
Judge Dole ruled the U S District Court may continue operations despite Woodruff’s impending departure and resignation, allowing pending cases to be heard. Attorney Robertson argued to proceed. District Attorney Breckons protested, saying court lacks standing without Woodruff. The decision hinges on interpretation of a statute and the interim status of two judges.
The Halletin states no wire service on Christmas Day with the weekly paper to still publish Friday December 24 content including eight commercial and general news items. Readers are urged to send in copy changes and notes for the upcoming issue.
Mayor Fern dismissed any concealment amid allegations reportedly turned over to the Fond Committee. An investigation revealed a former Hawaiian employee confessed to improper payments and a mistaken overcount. Deputy AG Andrews forwarded the matter to city attorneys as a special road committee meeting looms.
A young couple wed in defiance of parental consent, sparking a family fracas. A rescue party formed as guards pursued the bride, reportedly fainting from shock amid a chaotic scene at the wedding feast. Captain Baker advised on possible actions following the incident.
County and city officials clash over a Mutual Telephone Company agreement seen as friendly to long standing partners. At a city hall meeting the board raised concerns about terms and the budget impact while a narrow vote favored proceeding with the new pact.
A brief ad notes Kerr & Co offering a large range of novelty items including jet and shell barrettes bags and winter accessories at sale prices before Mr Kerr departs for the Kans. The message promises early sale to clear items and mentions Santa Claus activities with Maxie performing before Christmas Eve.
In Bluefields on December 22, Zelaya’s army suffered a crushing defeat led by Gen. Rama. About 2,600 killed or wounded, four guns, 1,600 rifles and a million rounds surrendered. Generals Castrillo and Gonzales captured. Reported two American deaths. Surgeons from U S Des Moines treat wounded.
Federal Grand Jury indicts Thomas Doyle assistant superintendent of Arbuckle Sugar Refinery for fraud. Indictment, alongside Arbuckle company’s payment of hundreds of thousands in duties, suggests widespread fraudulent weighing of sugar imports across refineries. The report mentions related incidents and investigations across states.
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