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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1904
Page
1
Storm delays Hawaii railroad service with lines down and no telephones. Two passenger trains and one freight train are stranded beyond Pearl City as crews work to restore lines. The Lehua steamer from Molokai is late due to rough seas.
Reports show storm damage across the Territory with rainfall totaling large amounts and a projected cost near $30 000. The Waikiki road bridge outside Makee Island is now dangerous as floodwaters continue.
Treasurer Kepolkal announced warrants will be registered through November as part of cost containment. Tax receipts around mid November will fund current expenses while salary warrants remain unaffected. Public Works has paused road labor as officials review next steps amid financial stringency.
Japanese readers in the city rapidly switch from weekly to daily issues printed in Japanese type on small slips. Cable news is translated into brief handbill style sheets, bought quickly by Japanese crowds outside doors and sidewalks, reducing reliance on newsboys.
Judge Robinson postponed all proceedings in the Matsumoto affair due to weather. Attorney Mott Smith, the defense, was unable to reach due to a flooded route between his home and town. The court is rescheduled for Monday morning as water and wind suspend operations today.
A Reuters cablegram reports Russian forces sunk four battleships and three cruisers at Port Arthur on Monday night. Two Japanese cruisers were damaged in the engagement, signaling a major clash in the war at sea.
The Russian cruiser Variag was blown up by her captain in the battle at Chemulpo to avoid capture. Japan declares war on Russia in a formal declaration issued by the Emperor in Tokyo on February 11.
The Nice organ at St. Augustin chapel in Waikiki is ruined by a recent storm. The church, built by Father Vilantine, was designed for free play through all structures but the storm damaged the instrument, leaving it out of commission. Otto Blerbach sold his interest to Captain A. Hi Otis and now works as a bookkeeper for Pearson & Potter.
A dated proclamation announces Japan's declaration of war on Russia and calls for Hawaiian Japanese residents to remain calm and ready to return to Japan. It urges orderly conduct and preparedness to follow government guidance. The notice references the Central Japanese League and advisories from Honolulu authorities.
A matinee piano recital arranged for students and general audience will occur Saturday afternoon at Puinahow Hall. Wetedenthal performs with Moonlight Sonata and other well known pieces, with admission set for adults at and students at 00. Seats are available at Wall Nichols Co. The Just Judge in Disguise will appear in Saturday's Bulletin.
Washington February 11 The Associated Press reports President Roosevelt maintains a policy of neutrality amid the ongoing war between Russia and Japan. The administration signals no immediate entry into the conflict and emphasizes the goal of peace through diplomatic channels.
F W Smith resignation from the Hawaiian Hotel as manager draws notice in Sierra and San Francisco. Appointed by General Warfield and Philip Lilienthal, his departure is widely lamented. A code commission to codify laws of Monarchy, Republics and Territory is chaired by Chief Justice Frear, A A Wilder, and A F Judd. Water from Kaplolani Park floods the road near Judge Hat and F M Hatch, creating a two foot trench and rushing water toward the sea. The Herald notes the event as a notable local development for next year.
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