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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1905
Page
4
A scattered 1905 era column discusses Hawaii political tension, press influence, and federal oversight. It reflects on leadership, local self government, and the electorate's memory of promises from the Triestory government, with references to representatives and public sentiment.
A favorable Hose Committee report on Territories discusses Hawaii and Kililey County Board, praising local self government and noting Congress aims to revise the Virginia Act to clarify county elections. The text underscores a trend toward self rule and compares governance in Hawaii and the Philippines with broader American growth and citizenship.
The article argues for ending law delays that hinder enforcement and calls for constitutional reforms. It discusses public opinion, the Slocum disaster, and proposes shifting prosecution duties to local authorities, electing county officials, and building a gradual path to county government to improve efficiency and self rule.
The passage discusses county government evolution toward local self rule, outlining a shift from the Attorney General department's control to a county district attorney model. It notes multiple reform “hills” in the plan and the aim to restructure county administration away from centralized oversight.
In the Legislature several bills are planned to boost revenue from tourism with Rep Carlmith of Hilo pushing bills. Proposals include extending firearm licenses to all wards to unify Territory wide law and returning court processes to the term session after issuance. A bill aims to codify modulable instruments to harmonize Territorial law with states.
The House committee favorably reports Delegate Kuhiotine's bill to remove ambiguity in how County Boards are elected or appointed. The measure amends sections of the 1900 Hawaii government act, aligning elections with territorial authority, and triggers a broader appropriation discussion for a project tied to tourist attractions. The House likely considers funds for a pet project as lawmakers debate allocations.
A Bem/House joint committee to fix County Law committee membership aims to report soon. Both houses plan to appoint members, with balance favored to include both Senatorial and Representative districts. Lawmakers push to bring county government questions to early session and oppose delays. A cartoon quip notes a saloonkeeper seeking to sell old fixtures and a bouncer.
An old US Navy letter advertises Hartman’s Bantsarium tonic claiming cures for catarrh and other ailments. The notice directs readers to contact Dr S B Hartman of Columbus Ohio and lists agents for Honolulu, noting bottles priced at one dollar or six for six dollars. It presents strong endorsements from national figures and urges prompt correspondence for treatment details.
The Board of Health will convene at 8 o'clock this afternoon to review the Kalaupapa settlement. Topics include water supply labor transportation supervision medical oversight and the potential license for wine and beer served to patients amid past clandestine beverage production concerns. A report of Provident Pinkham's visit and related decisions will be presented.
The Knudsen lineage dominates the speaker line in Parliament history as the current Knudsen contemplates becoming Speaker of the House. The piece notes ancestral speakers in Norway and recalls the family’s long legislative involvement. Premiums of 1000 dollars are offered in The Evening Bulletin, with rent cards on sale at the Bulletin and contest displays at the Schuman Carriage Co.
Frisco stock market reports strong activity with Honolulu operators trading actively and prices edging up in several issues. Hutchinson Sugar Plantation benefited from recent rain and favorable conditions while other stocks including Paaukak and Hawakiay Commercial showed steady or cautious moves amid limited overall volume.
In Hanalei on February 20 a mooted luau was hosted by Mrs Deverill in honor of Mrs Wilcox Coney Birkmyre and others. A riding party toured Magna caves with several members bathing in a cave during the excursion. An amused note remarks on a man who talks to himself avoiding heated dispute.
Paddy Ryan of the Retail Liquor Dealers Association said Honolulu liquor dealers have not formed a bloc against Governor Carter’s policy. He denied any proposed alliance or backing for L Bhan or others and accused the Advertiser of false reporting. The retailers will handle their own business, leaving wholesalers to do likewise. He dismissed any African rumor and speculated on misplacements in the wood pile.
Haleiwa hotel in Honolulu area promotes modern improvements and guest amusements including golf tea fresh and saltwater bathing fishing riding and driving. Timetables show trains at 8.00 and Sundays limited to two hours with an 8:22 a.m. departure and return to Honolulu.
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