15 Feb 1902
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1902
Page
1
M B Boyd of Honolulu visits Washington for sightseeing before pursuing land matters. He intends to inspect federal buildings and sites and may appear before the Public Lands Committee if Delegate Wilson's land bill is brought up. His exact position is not yet clear.
Supreme Court opinion upholds jury verdict that Nabiow Nadwi’s will was not free and voluntary amid alleged undue influence. Separately, eleven indictments were read to defendants. embezzlement and larceny charges led to guilty pleas and scheduled sentences in Honolulu court.
The Friend announces Rev 8. E. Bishop and T. G. Theuns as joint owners and editors with Hy Wallan Missionary Board involvement. No immediate design changes. March issue will reflect the editor ship of Rev. 8. E. Bishop. plans include staff additions and expanded church and Sunday school content.
An Educational Club meeting discussed a forthcoming mysterious and entertaining event titled Character Portraits. Attendees including Ladlapoaid and others planned a performance at an earths shire while members pledged attendance and participation for the program.
Washington reports the White House denies any offer of Hawaii’s governorship to Colonel Parker and confirms an offer of the secretaryship to George R. Carter. If Carter accepts, Parker would be named governor. President Roosevelt aims to revamp Hawaiian governance, replacing Governor Dole’s administration with a more loyal, efficient executive.
Prince Kawananakoa recently married Migs Alice Campbell in the city and returned with the newly made belt. The party toured The Occidental and spoke of Parker’s potential appointment as Governor of Hawaii to succeed Dole. Colonel Samuel Parker, who married Mira Campbell, accompanied the Prince and his wife on the trip.
Ramiet Parker, a Honolulu planter tied to Territory governance, arrived at the Oceldental Hotel with six brides from a tent setup. Parker is linked to Governor To le from the executive end of Hawaii Territory and declined to discuss the subject.
Fragmented local notice reports a romance tale and society gathering with plans for entertainment. It mentions William J. Robinson taking oaths in a formal ceremony and references Melville Simonton from California along with printing office ties to the community.
Reports say President Roosevelt may cancel a Charleston trip due to his son’s condition. The paper notes invitations for a public event and mentions government officials awaiting medical warrant before deciding on the journey. Details are uncertain as editors await Roosevelt’s health update.
In a Police Court session Judge Wiens cleared Beott the motorman of charges arising from a recent streetcar incident. The defense contended exaggeration and lack of damage, while testimony suggested the car proceeded slowly before a Japanese worker was struck. No prior appearance or motive was shown, and the defendant received the benefit of doubt.
Fragmented report references Parker likely to be honored with territorial governor role after Sanford Dole, with discussion of related officials and timing. Names and places appear garbled, but center concerns Hawaii governance and succession.
A man died at Portia following a sudden illness during a domestic dispute in Rye. The spouse reported severe fatigue and weakness before collapse. Police and local officials are handling the case as a potential homicide investigation with autopsy planned.
Sam Parker, in San Francisco, denies a report he will be named Governor of Hawaii. He says the claims stem from Prince David and that Roosevelt asked for Governor Dale’s resignation. Parker insists he spoke to the President only as Hawaii’s Republican National Committeeman. He declined to discuss the Governor’s appointment or the rumored political changes, urging no comment on sensitive talks.
A muddled passage reports on Cuban sugar duties and proposed tariff reductions, with references to the Wayne Ways and Means Committee and anticipated effects on revenue and protectionist policies. The text alludes to political maneuvering, reform proposals, and potential shifts in fiscal impact.
Reports describe a recent storm delaying steamers from the Orient to Ban Francisco. Vessels endured heavy seas and rain, with quarantine and port examinations delaying arrivals. The voyage included rough seas, strong southwesterly winds, and steady bad weather, but some progress was made toward the harbor as ships neared their destination.
A garbled report describes delays tied to a steamer and travel plans. It mentions a party leaving Bun Fran and a river trip with Bitty Ave passengers, noting a venue and timetable shifts for tomorrow and potential longer stays at halls.
A chaotic scene unfolds as Japanese suspects clash with officers in Melbourne. One man wounded, others detained as police recover a knife and pursue further action. Federal House confirms escape and related charges loom, with ongoing investigations into the melee and ensuing arrests.
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