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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1905
Page
4
The bulletin reports on bribery charges in the California Legislature and notes that conviction would provoke a strong reaction. It discusses liquor influences and public board elections, criticizing government power and urging accountability amid financial strain and calls for reform.
Pratt will inspect Maui lands including Kenna and Omaoplo tracts for possible homesteads and grazing use. The plan aims to open lands at Kahakulow and nearby parcels to settlers, with authorities considering partial law proclamations and lease terms for ongoing development. The case of Thomas W. Lawson and public inquiries into his statements provoke broader public debate.
Voters in the district hear Dietrick Dickey campaign on temperance and reform themes while noting a debate on dispensary policy. The piece lists attendees, supporters, and a long roster of local figures, with mention of government land goals at Lahaine and plans for a land-look by the government.
County Commissioners invite public input this evening as they refine proposed county law aimed at local self government for the islands. The commission seeks a workable act free from party promises and entanglements, stressing openness to suggested corrections while avoiding a single-minded reliance on the Organic Act.
A fragmented shoe advertisement lists various kid sizes and styles including black and tan button shoes, sage and grey oxford types, white canvas oxfords, lace oxfords, and slippers. Most items are described as slaughtered at a location, with several OCR garbles.
A fragment lists Misses Tan Lace Shoes size 12 to 14, Minees Black Kratent Tip sizes 8 to 14 one half, and Minees Black Kid Button Shoes sizes 11 to 2. The note notes slaughtered prices and sale context in a local shop listing.
Product listing fragment shows various children shoe styles and sizes. Entries mention tan lace shoes, button shoes, and jack button shoes with size ranges from 3 to 12, but the OCR is garbled with repeated phrases and stray words.
A chaotic page lists Honolulu stock quotes including Kiel, Kilel, Wallan Sugar Co and Inter Island Co with percentages and dates. A separate court report discusses a jury verdict and voir dire issues, focusing on juror bias and race in weighing testimony in a Hawaii case.
The Supreme Court today ruled in Wise & Rows v Tong et al that jurors are not disqualified by race or perceived credibility of Chinese witnesses. The decision addresses a district court case in South Hilo where local attorneys argued for disqualification based on bias against Chinese jurors.
Haleiwa Limited runs from Honolulu each Sunday at 8:82. The round trip fare is 10.22 for return by evening, with stops at Motel Maleivral offering tennis golf drives and fishing.
Fragmented court record describes a juror qualification dispute and witness testimony about defense counsel and employment of legal firms. It notes overruling of objections, alleged understanding between defendants and lawyer rows, and an ensuing decision on admissibility. Interment notice follows for Barbara Woodard.
Official call for bids on a courthouse jail and jailer's cottage at Holualoa Kona Hawaii with plans and specs available after paying five dollars. Bids due February 27 1905 at 12 o'clock noon with specific envelope and forms provided by the Assistant Superintendent of Public Works. The superintendent reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
Honolulu Board of Public Works invites sealed proposals by Feb 24 1905 for finishing Water Works with 2000 ft of 6 inch cast iron pipe in 21 ft lengths weighing about 433 tbw each plus 2000 ft of 4 inch pipe in 13 ft lengths weighing about 265 tbw each and other cast iron fittings. Delivery by steamer from San Francisco to Honolulu wharf, bid bond of 750 dollars required, right to reject bids reserved.
Public hearing set for February 14 1905 at 2 p m in the Executive Building to consider extending the franchise held by the Kohala and Hilo Railway Company. Opponents may appear in person or submit objections by mail so evidence and argument can be presented for or against the extension. Dated Honolulu January 23 1905 Governor G R Canter.
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