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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1904
Page
4
A July 1 1904 issue fragment discusses subscription rates and a weekly bulletin, alongside a dense political column. It notes views on government reform, party dynamics, and the Democratic and Republican stances, with references to Hawaii, Port Arthur, and naval matters.
County commissioners discuss the county’s governance act and the constitutional limits on local government. The address urges citizens to read Brewart’s remarks and consider procedures for accepting or rejecting possible legislative steps. The commission hints at a judicial role and notes a single law has failed due to technical and court decision doubts.
Fragmentary remarks discuss the need to frame a law on appointing public boards and governors, debating whether the governor should appoint or whether citizens should name their own governor. The piece argues for local responsibility and elective government as best for public welfare and community progress, noting banking and fiscal concerns.
The May national bank system shows a rise in currency in circulation to 108,000,000 annually after bond deposits with the U.S. Treasury. Since the 1900 amendment allowing banks with 25,000 capital, about two thousand new banks have formed, boosting the total note circulation and Treasury deposits. The interest-bearing debt stood at 895,000,000 with 582,000,000 in government bonds, largely 1930s notes deposited as security for circulation and government deposits.
A New York Commercial note argues for strict enforcement of federal immigration laws at the port, linking high steerage fares to harsh deportations. It contends forced deportations burden carriers and aim to curb illicit immigration by tightening measures. The piece urges firm, swift action to deter “undesirable” entrants and condemns prior lax enforcement.
A historical ad-like passage promotes Peruna remedies and medical operation claims. It lists Dr Hartman’s Columbus Ohio address and notes free medical correspondence. It claims Peruna cures various ailments and urges readers to write for treatment directions.
A critical look at immigration and port practices argues for stricter port of departure inspections and broader federal discretion. The piece accuses European steamship owners and agents of profiting from lower fares while flooding New York with unhealthy passengers and criminal elements, urging Congress to act against foreign influence and protect American commerce.
Waimea observed Independence Day with a town hall flag raising and a 7:30 am procession from the public hall to the courthouse for the Star Spangled Banner. A baseball game between Waimea and Kokaha, a horse race, tug of war, swimming, and various races highlighted the day, ending with a well-attended luau and dance at midnight.
An early stage Good Government Club forms in Honolulu with aim to endorse candidates for the Legislature. Founders Henry O C Vida and Paddy Ryan say the group will not bolt parties but seek to influence nominations and promote good government through endorsement of vetted candidates. Preliminary meetings held in Fourth precincts attract diverse voters, with expected membership of at least 600 within a week of formal organization.
In a general denial filed, FJ and B. 8, Church deny the complaint of R. G. A. Peterson seeking payment for services rendered as a real estate broker. The case concerns alleged funds due for brokerage work performed for Peterson.
Broken lots drive down prices for Valent insertions and Valenciennes laces. Pieces with delicate mesh and designs offered at deep discounts, many reduced to moral margins. Yardage sold at about a third of real value, with select pieces at two yards for 5 cents and other rates noted.
Colors include several shades of blue pink red lavender and a biy popular shades as they travel to France to be used on dainty gowns.
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