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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1902
Page
4
Fragment reads as a condensed 1902 bulletin with references to Fanning Island passengers and arbitration hints. Mentions United States Britain relations and Venezuelan policy signals, amid garbled dates and names. The fragment shows a newswire tone from a small weekly bulletin with postpaid subscription details.
An historical piece argues the costly pattern of renting private space by U S government departments, noting rising annual outlays, scattered locations, and the need for purpose built federal buildings. It cites figures for Post Office Interior Justice and War departments, praising planned new courtyards and federal beautification under Speaker Cannon while criticizing penny wise policies.
The text questions how private landlords and city authorities might secure funds or favor from federal departments, referencing Washington and congressional members. It mentions public benefaction, humanitarian aid, and potential legislation affecting expenditure and support amid political maneuvering.
The Nebraskan steamship collided with the Albatross while turning near the San Francisco bay at the Folsom street wharf. The Albatross suffered torn boats rails and bulwarks with significant damage. reports unclear on financial loss while the Nebraskan and its crew are said to be uninjured. The Albatross, a well known vessel, has been involved in port investigations this year.
The Washington dispatch reports Lloyd Griscom has been appointed minister to Japan, with Richmond Hearson of North Carolina chosen as minister to Persia, succeeding Griscom as minister to Persia. Pearson, formerly a North Carolina representative, remains noted in the cabinet reshuffle.
Mrs Ulyses Grant died at her Washington home at 11 17 pm due to heart failure. Longstanding valvular heart disease and a bronchitis attack weakened her, with daughter Nelle Grant Sartoris present. Granddaughter Miss Roe Mary Bartoris and Dr Mahop among attending physicians, two trained nurses aided the end.
San Francisco December 12 The American Hawaiian Company freighter Californian built in this port has beaten all sister ships on the New York to San Francisco run with an actual time of 55 days 12 hours 48 minutes from Brooklyn dock to quarantine grounds. The voyage included Magellan strait and Coronel stops with weather obscurening land at Ullezard while the steamer lay to.
The case of Jock Magnussen, a sailor from the Rithet, reached the Police Court after a week’s delay. Attorney Hobinken appeared for Magnussen. Magnussen admitted being drunk at the time, testified the shooting may have been accidental, and was discharged.
The fragment notes Catherine arrived in San Francisco on December 11 after a voyage from Hilo. The garbled text references birth or wedding context and a pair of names Born Wright and Catherine, with likely references to a ship or voyage and locations San Francisco and Hilo.
Dispatches describe Britain and Germany bombarding Venezuela fortifications, with naval threats and potential arbitration negotiations staged by Venezuela through Mr. Bowen and Washington. U S opinion remains cautious, fearing a broader conflict while monitoring Monroe Doctrine implications amid threats of ports blockade and coercive measures.
An historic banking ad outlines dbiss & Co offerings from 1868, listing banking, trust, accounting, savings, and insurance departments. It promotes letters of credit, drafts, cambial transfers, and deposits with varying rates. Correspondents include Bank of California, Rothschilds, and London firms. offices at 024 Bethel Street.
A notice lists Claus Spreckels & Co banks and agents in Honolulu, San Francisco, London, New York, Chicago, Paris, Yokohama, Yokohama Hong Kong, Australia, Vancouver and other locations. It describes banking services including loans on approved security, commercial and travelers credits, and issue and sale of bills of exchange.
The Yokohama Specie Bank LIMITER announces expansion through a Honolulu branch at 111 King Street. Reports show paid up capital of Yen 14,000,000 and drafts letters of credit and general banking services. Interest rates are fixed per annum.
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