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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1903
Page
4
Long dispatch from The Evening Bulletin highlights U S policy shifts as ex congressman Quigg weighs in on Hawaii and South American influence, noting Germany's rising power and naval buildup. It discusses currency, Hawaii’s status, and potential Republican county bill before publication in Wednesday’s issue.
Pretoria reports an influential meeting proposing amnesty and civic reforms to Colonial Secretary Chamberlain and the Leainiance Council. It urges general amnesty, local maintenance, a shift in wartime policy, and accountability for aids to Europe. Chamberlain says grants already made are generous and pledges will be handled case by case. He notes annexations in Natal are irrevocable, and burghers must prove loyalty by returning funds. The Bulletin notes the Wednesday issue.
Oscar Hammerstein offers $2,000 a week for the Crown Princess Lovie of Baxony and her companion to perform in the United States. He claims the couple eloped and seeks engagements through his Parke agency. If successful, the Crown Princess may appear at the Victoria Theater next summer.
A damaged wartime letter discusses Porto Rican workers in Hawaii and the idea of emigration to the mainland. It claims homesickness, family links, and the potential for citizens if recruitment overcomes sentiment. It compares wages, labor conditions, and island demographics to argue for or against relocation and political support.
A telegraph enabled a chess match between ships Philadelphia and Cunarder Lucana during a voyage. The Lucama team reportedly faced resignation after twelve moves, with Philadelphia declared the winner. Players listed include J. Maratiat Fox, Horace Mundy, R. W. Milbank, Captain H R Campbell, and William Kvane, among others from London, Liverpool, Chicago, Philadelphia, and New York.
In Washington on January 14 Representative Sumac D Woods is proposed to be named to a new officer post at the port of San Francisco. California's delegation endorses Woods as the appointee, signaling a possible realignment within the Republican party and a formal offer affecting federal port administration.
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