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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1904
Page
4
The morning paper notes wartime headlines on Japanese rearmament and admiral Chadwick’s view, while recounting political uproar as Colorado congressman Saffroth resists resignation amid corruption allegations. It argues for preventing election fraud by excluding corrupt agents from public life.
The piece argues for rapid fortification of Honolulu and Punchbowl Hill to defend the port amid global tensions. It critiques opposition from local papers and calls for unified support, noting Hawaii’s push to strengthen Army and Navy defenses and keep Pearl Harbor secure. The author warns against delaying defenses and urges national focus on fort construction.
Fragmented lines refer to One Nation and 10, a Marine Paper clique, and mentions of Honolulu and Thurston. The readable parts imply a political or territorial context with the American eld eons and givers of the Territory, but overall content is garbled and lacks a clear event or persons to summarize.
The annual meeting of the Ewa Plantation Company elected officers including President E D Tenney, Vice President Belie fellow, Secretary C H Atherton, Treasurer W A Bowen, and Director J J Castle. Financials for 1902 show large interest earnings, substantial profits, and a 1903 summary with revenues from sugar, merchandise, and grinding contracts, plus year-end balance. Projections for 1904 outline major pump station and processing upgrades, with optimism for reduced spending overall, while noting sugar market impacts from Cuban reciprocity.
A cablegram from Washington reports dawn activity on the 21st as four aid worthions veooe were dispatched to Port Arthur by torpedo boats to block the harbor entrance by sinking ships. Officials and crew moved by torpedo boats returned. no confirmation yet from Admiral Togam boat, but confidence remains that all are safe.
Federal Judge Dole sentenced Mori and Abe, labeled as part of a "ten dollar club" connected to a prostitution protection society. Abe claimed influence from a Japanese woman and said he roomed with several women who worked in prostitution. Abe, attending Oahu College, defended his actions as ignorance of wrong.
Captain Rodman of the U S Iroquois is ordered by the Navy to proceed to Manila to report to the Atlantic fleet commander. The exact post is unknown, but he may serve as navigating officer on a flagship or executive officer on a cruiser. Mrs Rodman will stay in Alameda until March, then likely join him abroad. Captain Rodman departs aboard the China around March 4 from Alameda.
J Lando announces a shop opening at an unnamed street corner offering a full stock of gents furnishings. He pledges to help customers choose while keeping prices aligned with current times. He invites friends to visit and inspect the selection.
British Consulate at Honolulu filed February 26 1904 with Circuit Court Judge Gear for warrants to arrest and recover German sailors associated with the British bark Clan Buchanan who deserted while in port. The application names B Sehiclslag Spielman W Warnt and P Lo bach as deserters and seeks to surrender them to the consulate of the flag country. The hearing marked the first territorial court review of such deserter cases under the U S Great Britain treaty. The ministerial action follows a flurry of desertions among British ships with German crews. A separate Police Court session noted Tishima a Japanese man charged with assault in the Ewa district. The case was continued due to the victim's illness.
Washington Feb 15 Senators argue over who should lead the Inter Oceanic Canals Committee. Piatt chairs Printing and others, with Mitchell favoring canal chairmanship though many prefer Kittredge due to proximity to Hanna. Mitchell plans to press his right, while pact forces back Pacific Coast prestige.
Del Monte February 19. An international polo match on the great grass spared spectators a thrilling four hour rush as Burlingame California captain Tom Driacoll led his team to an 8 to 6 victory over Neil Haig's British four. The foreigners closed strong, scoring four quick goals in the final ten minutes before the bell.
The Alameda arrived at dawn from Satenaclacg bringing a large group of tourists headed to Hawaii. Among passengers were W. J. Yeloht and party, LC Dennivon leading Gates & Co tourists, Australians W. J. Howatt and Mrs Howatt, and Mrs. Rodman returning after health benefit. The ship reported red and white masthead lights and a possible naval transport identity, while carrying about 1000 tons of freight.
Wells Fargo & Co plans to extend its express network to the Hawaiian Islands with agency openings at major points. Proctor, the representative, visited Ventura and met with local agent Enos to establish offices, with Hilo and Velano Stables & Transportation Co. as potential agents. Proctor will stay through March 23 to push the expansion and introduce door-to-door pickup and free delivery of express packages.
The first remnant sale of the year features all Watch-Goods Department stock with none reserved. Desirable goods including gingham lawn madras organdy linen cretonne art textiles and table linen are offered at about half price. Bold savings encompass gingham lawn organdy and linen remnants for shirts and coverings across multiple fabrics.
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