Plague alarm eases as Board of Health tightens controls
The Board of Health reports no new plague cases for over two days while inspectors and Chinese and Japanese doctors intensify quarantine measures. Dr Bowman appointed chief call doctor. Kapalama House burned, Japanese HQs set up, and Chinatown Commission chair George Carter grilled on conditions. Supreme Court to hear land case involving plaintiffs in Honolulu.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prem
Porta
Board of Health
Joe Manuel
Kamothili
Half Way
Pall Road
Heo Tal Fa
Queen
Alakew
Kewalo
Quaran-Tine
Kapalama
Ah Fong
Reynolds
Sam Johnson
Dole
George Carter
Chinatown Commission
D W
Garth
Cooper
Kate
Connell of State
Supreme Court
Busham Mory
Buals Kunlakea
Kabillopua
Sadiaiva
Republic of Await
Honolulu
J. A. Magoon Ia
Plantiffs
Lawton Widow Fund Snowball Grows National Support
A nationwide fundraising push to aid General Lawton’s widow and family gathers momentum with contributions from government officials, business leaders, and cities. Notably, Milwaukee raises 1000 dollars and New York brokers organize stock exchange collections while Washington clerks and banker figures also pledge. The Riggs Bank is named as fund depository. Colonel Clarence Edwards oversees transport of Lawton’s remains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ington
Genin
Ingens
Sera
Peneres
Chacen
King 4
Milwaukee
Worden & Co
New York
Stock Exchange
Washington
Ie. Department
Lst
Corbin
R. A. Alger
Ae “T
Lawton
Shafter
San Francisco
C. H. Hamilton
General Lawton
Pennsylvania
Lawton m
John Hay
Taylor
Addison Porter
McCloskey Brutt
Riggs National Bank of
Thin City
Lawton Fund
Clarence Edwards
Ry of War
Financiers Go Down in New York After Suspensions
In New York on December 18 the Produce Trust Company closed doors and suspended payments while books are examined. Henry Allen & Co. a bankers and brokers also suspended as customers failed to meet margin calls after recent declines. The market disruption reflects broader financial stress and trading concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Produce Trust Company
Henry Allen & Co
Block Exchange
On to Manila A Complete History of the Volunteer Troops Campaign
A historical account traces the voyage and buildup of volunteer troops bound for Manila. It outlines mobilization efforts, leadership, routes, supply challenges, and the sequence of events as forces depart and engage in the campaign.
Limited Number on Sale at 29 Scents Each by E. W. Jordan
E. W. Jordan announces a limited lot sale priced at 29 cents each. The offer highlights scarce stock and urges prompt purchase to secure the items before they run out. Details specify the quantity and pricing without additional dates or locations.
Chinese Inspectors Meet In Honolulu Quarantine Area
A meeting of prominent Chinese inspectors in the quarantined district was held in Honolulu to report daily work to the Board of Health. Inspectors outlined block boundaries, found no sickness in most areas, with 21 people needing food. concerns about sanitarian conditions and attempts to leave quarantine were noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Health
United Chinese
Cooper
United Chinese Society
Honolulu
H. 1
Lin Shes’ Chow
M.C. Amana
C. Hock Cho
Chee
Boretania
Kulut
Nouant
Wick
Pratt
Lee Chong
Chong
Mei Hing
Hotel
Nuvant
Beretania
Smith Streets
Ne Chan
Yee Yap
King
Uakes
Berotania
C. Yun Pen
T. A. Hung
Queen, Nuuang
Ku‘ui
Chaplain Lane
Chun Ming
Ia B. Wan Sing
Diock
King, River
Maunakea
M.C. Amanapalit
Ia Wan Yoke
Queen
Nonanu
Kekaulike
Cheong Leong
Kapalama
Chinstown
Thia
Oceanic Athletic Club Board Resigns En Masse
The Oceanic Athletic Club faced a troubled turn after Martin Denny’s departure from Honolulu. At a last night meeting, the entire board tendered resignation and transferred club assets to its members. Public sympathy runs high for the troubled group amid ongoing efforts to recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Denny
Honolulu
Oceanic Athletic Club
Pilikia
Help Offered on Fass Bond Deposit Offer
In Fass area, by noon the town seeks deposits under a recent offer. About 15,000.00 is the deposit amount. Applications are invited for deeds not owned, to secure the proposed deposit on security.
Umbria for Transport as Troopship Assignment
The Umbria is designated for transport duties, serving as a troopship for moving personnel. Details indicate its role in military logistics and potential deployment considerations for allied forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Umbria
Watch Night Service to Be Held at First Methodist Church
A watch night gathering at the First Methodist Church features a program of religious exercises with pastors from area churches. Theodore Richards will lead song service, Father Endeavor Clark’s visit noted, J B Russell and J N Taggard contributing talks and readings, and George B McClellan supervising a 10 minute past talks. The night progresses through youth society talks on social work, a Salvation Army led prayer session, and meditation thoughts by Rev W M Kincaid before a period of silent prayer and consecration at year’s end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myety
Theodore Richards
Beal
Father Endeavor Clark
Tomic
Ian Endeavor
J. B
Russell
Ture
J. N. ‘Taggard
Thone
Mink Florence Yarrow
Geo. B. McClellan
J. P. Erdman
Capt. Bpyce
Salva
P. Pet
Met
Portuguese Lad Shot Sparks Inquest In City
Jacinto Banavite a Portuguese man surrendered at the police station stating an accidental shooting killed a 8 to 9 year old Portuguese lad. He had borrowed a shotgun from Mr Booth and warned off teasing boys when the weapon discharged. Coroner’s Inquest into Joe Borges death began and witnesses described the moment of the shooting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacinto Banavite
Panos
Anaes
Banavite
Mr. Booth
Panonus
Stevral
Banovits
Borgesu
Hanavits
Stell
Joe Borges
John Borgom
Bunavits
Bam Kalama
Devery
WRECK HELD BY LEHUA AT FOUR MILES OFF SHORE
The barkentine William Carson remains in the same position about four miles from the bell buoy. The Lehua and Iroquois assisted the Elev yesterday but could not render aid. They stayed on scene while weather allowed, divers to be sent when seas calm to assess the wreck and plan saving actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Carson
Bya
Kinau Arrives at Dock Under Strict Boarding Rules
The Kinau was allowed to dock this afternoon with no one onboard or aboard as crew unloaded freight. Precautions included broom discipline at the gangway to deter rats and finger protectors on hawsers to prevent apparel wear. The Evening Bulletin, 75 cents per month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kinau
Chances for the canal to purify Chinatown
New York dispatch reports slim odds for canal legislation this session. Walker Commission plans to depart January 6 to assess the Nicaraguan route, while Morgan and Hepburn push quick consideration of canal data. Morgan seeks to delay no further surveys, Hepburn aims to advance immediate action after holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Nicaraguan Canal Commission
Senate
Morgan
House Committee On Inter-State and Foreign Commerce
Hepburn
Iowa
Walker Commission
Congress
Walker Commision
Greytown
Nicaragua
Nicaraguan Canal
Pacific
Panama
Portica
Hepburn de Lelieven
Walker
Commission Reports on Conditions In Chinatown
The Special Sanitary Commission reports terrible conditions in Chinatown and urges immediate reforms. They call for a competent manager, sewer completion, street cuts, and Council support. Recommendations include sanitary engineers on the Board, six doorleaf excavators, masonry of Pauoa stream bed, drainage, garbage removal, a Chinatown market, poultry bans, restricted potting, expanded powers, and enforcement through inspectors. They emphasize rapid action to protect trade and public health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Special Sanitary Commission
Chinatown
Board of Health
Pauoa
Vineyard Street Bridge
Nuuanu Stream
Oes
Vaem Jn
Willy Wal
Captain Campbell Resigns From Wharf Superintendent Post
Captain J Campbell resigns as wharf superintendent for the Inter Island Navy, effective January 1. He cites protracted ill health and seventeen years in service, and leaves with a record of steady board duty during that period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campbell
J. Campbell
Football contest on New Year’s Day at Oahu College grounds
Enthusiasts urged to attend the 6th Artillery versus Town teams game on New Year’s Day afternoon. Both squads are said to be strong and well prepared after a month of practice. The kickoff is at 3 pm. Admission 26 cents, children 14 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oahu College
6Th Artillery
String Band Seeks Honolulu Concert Season at Orpheum
String Band led by Mr Paul violin polotet believes Honolulu is ready for a weekly afternoon concert series at the Orpheum theater. The evenings will feature an orchestra of sixteen string instruments and vocal pieces. If public support grows, the project will start soon under Mr Egry's idea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul
Polotet
Honolulu
Orpheum Theater
Egry
London Money and War Market Reaction on Bank Rate News
London stock dealings opened steadier after the bank rate was not raised. France placed buy orders but heavy selling dominated. Prices fell as forced sales surged with Consoles dropping to 85 for the account and 98 for money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Nusness
Stock Exchange
France
Ingenious pilikia halts supplies in Honolulu voyage
The Grant carried provisions for Honolulu but, upon arrival and learning of a plague contingency, the commander chose to land none of the stores. He cited a long quarantine in San Francisco and refused to risk a shortage by landing supplies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pilikia
Grant
Honolulu
Eflver
San Francisco
incomplete transcription notes on N G H members
Fragmentary report notes that many members of the NG H have not yet been heard from and that about 26 remain unaccounted for. The text suggests these will be heard from in the near future.
Benut Premier Finds Hidden Anat Nd Places
Benut premier uncovered Anat Nd places during a covert operation. Officials confirm discovery of hidden routes and facilities linked to the case. Details on officials and dates were not released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benut
Also Mentioned on This Page
Board of Hearth
Rance
Garvin
Kobayschi
King Atreet
Reaperone
Terminua
Beretania Atreet
Punahow
Scaperone
South Sea Island Settlement
Quer Street
Perone
Johnson Place
Swilel
Bowman
Dr. Bowman
Call Doctors
Kaumakapiti
Omar
Ehvastin
Posey
Aye, Marer Ae Soencases
Caiarys Masonic Temple
Orgen
Onedals
Citisrm
la Maire
Nuff
H. ¥. Wichman
Manila
Philippines
E. W. Jordan
Chine
Board of Beal Today
The
First
Dist Church
Imag
Commission
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!