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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1904
Page
4
A long mixed dispatch reviews Balkan unrest and Albanian revolt risks as background for wider Asian and European tensions. It cites Turkey Russia Japan and Britain moves, noting Albanian influence on Ottoman reform chances and potential prewar actions. Also touches U S canal funding plans and Republican politics in Hawaii with brief mentions of sources and officials.
A partial, unclear clump of text appears to reflect a general sympathy extending across parts of the country and an odd note of admiration toward a city, with garbled references to Baltimore and Philadelphia. The readable bits offer no coherent event.
The Baltimore fire ranks among the nation’s worst, wiping out over two miles of business area and more than $200,000,000 in property. Flames melted frese of steamers as the blaze raged, yet few structures fully burned. Workers cleared wreckage to begin rebuilding amid public resolve.
A partial report will be presented to Judge Robinson tomorrow morning by the Territorial Grand Jury. Indictments are expected to be returned, increasing the criminal calendar, with some defendants already in custody. The report will detail the Fry investigation into a fire that destroyed George Tob ertoon’s residence at Punahow, and will include recommendations. The jury expects to address alleged fraud in House of Representatives vouchers, though no report on that subject will be issued tomorrow. The panel will also examine the existence of disorderly houses in the city and seek citizen testimony on their presence and impact.
A terse, garbled note warns of strict action for any obstructions and hints at forthcoming results tomorrow morning. It references authority and collective effort against disturbances, implying intensified enforcement or investigations.
Attorneys Robertind and Wilier challenge the Territorial Auditor's refusal to permit war appropriations for Queen's Hospital. The case questions if the hospital qualifies for monthly funding under Acts 10 and 13, with provisions for semiannual financial statements. The outcome could influence maternity home funding and governorate procedures.
Superintendent of Public Works Hole waits for Governor Carter to be consulted on storm damage funds. Officials say no news of damage from Ei wall Maui Kaual, while Kolan chair McBryde reports Kaual roads in good shape despite heavy rain. Bridges between pall and Waimanglo down require river crossing by swimming, prompting urgent action from engineer Hugh Howell.
A fragment recounts planned relocation to improve access between lands, governor’s money worries, and a storm impact. It notes the Kaupu bridge wreck and repair efforts at Wolutin plantation, a stranded worker forced to swim with a sandbag, and a sale of Lyon’s damaged books by Arleleh & Co.
The O and O steamship Gaelic left for the Orient this morning at 1 o clock. A large patriot demonstration gathered on the Pacific Mall wharf as Japanese passengers and friends cheered the departure and sang the national anthem. Speeches were delivered and uniforms with cockades were worn by the departing warriors and supporters.
Long list of Shanghai Yokohama and Japanese officials aboard the Doric bound for Honolulu and St Louis expo. Mentions P A Crosthwaite and others as merchants, officers, students, missionaries and tourists. Describes anticipated Japan Russia hostilities anniversary and cargo including rice and raw silk.
Secretary Hay sends identical note to several European powers to determine if they will join in a formal demand to Russia and Japan that during hostilities the neutrality and territorial integrity of China must be recognized. Details not available before receipt.
Clark Henry Fe Assump II sues to recover 26000 dollars plus interest from September 17 claiming defendants as agents of Osha Bu Co Ltd and Kwa Plantation Co Ltd promised payment upon opening Pearl Harbor channel for commerce. Plaintiffs say work performed, contract with the U.S. Government completed, but no payment made.
St. Petersburg dispatch quotes Admiral Alexteft detailing damage to three torpedo boats, none sunk, with holes in steering, pumping, and midships injuries. Notes no officer deaths, two boats with heavy damage, and ongoing diplomatic debate over US proposals limiting hostilities and regional scope including Korea and Manchuria.
A fragmented OCR list names entities including The Pullea Iron Works Louis Wa, Bicke Steam Pumpe, Weston's Centrifugais, The New England Life Insurance Co of Boston, The Actes Fire Insurance Co of Hartford, and The Alliance Assurance Co of London, reflecting a trades and insurance listings segment without cohesive narrative.
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