19 Jul 1899
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1899
Page
1
Two native drivers for Lowers and Cooke sustained serious finger injuries while unloading iron at the depot this morning. The incident occurred during routine unloading and the exact cause remains under review by management and local authorities.
The Olympia cruiser from Colombo via Ceylon was sighted June 28. Admiral Dewey reported good health and said officers and men largely recovered from malaria. Communications are restricted. a launch was used to speak with the Admiral. After canal passage, Olympia may head to Gibraltar then New York.
SRAMBODK reports in Southampton on July 12 that the cup challenger will sail only one race with the Prince of Wales cutter Britannia before moving to the Clyde for refitting for an Atlantic voyage. Shain remains in dock with Lerko called "petticoate" and a fence around the dock, gates guarded by police and kept locked.
London July 12 The British Government replying to Queenslands offer to send 25 men and a machine gun to South Africa in case of war with the Transvaal has expressed hope the occasion will not arise and that if it does it will gladly avail itself of the patriotic offer.
The Oregon regiment from Manila arrives in San Francisco aboard Newport and Ohio with Governor Geer of Oregon and officials greeting them. Fireboats and whistles salute as crowds cheer on the waterfront. Quarantine clears before possible landing. many soldiers listed as dead from disease or battle as roll call nears muster out.
Captain Robert Parker of the police force fired at the Swilel butte this morning using fifty grain powder cartridges like Sharpshooters. He opened with three sighting shots then scored twelve straight bull’s eyes, including five perfect centers.
Jack McVeigh of the quarantine station visited the city seeking an explanation for conflicting reports on rats. He notes plenty of rats but cats killed the rats. now cats are increasing and the town may need to reduce their numbers. He recalls rats swam over during cholera due to waterfront dwelling starvation and says the housing boom drove this migration.
London July 12 Brigadier Simpson Private Secretary to General Booth of the Salvation Army was questioned about a New York despatch claiming the General had suffered a narrow escape. He said the report was false and that he had two telegrams from the General today reporting good health and a grand Stockholm welcome.
The body of the late Robert Grieve arrived in the Mariposa this morning. The funeral will take place from his residence on Beretavia Street near Pensacola at 3 o'clock tomorrow afternoon. The Rev. Alex Mackintosh will officiate, all friends are invited to attend.
In police court this forenoon only three of the five accused in a drunkenness and noise case were brought before the magistrate. Malina was among those named and was ordered to return to contract service with Wilder Steamship Co.
Senator D. Clark of Wyomley, visiting the Hawaiian Islands, says his objective is to study conditions and report back. He favors a territorial form of government with local privileges, cites broad GOP support, and dismisses fears of colonial rule while expressing strong enthusiasm for Hawaii’s annexation to the United States.
D. Vincent and J. J. Boler, the contractors who secured the contract to build the Honolulu sewer, arrived in Mariposa to oversee operations. The date for starting work has already been published and Wilson and the house were the successful bidders for the outfall of the newer.
A grand concert will be held in Progress Hall on the evening of August 1 to aid the Amateur Orchestra. Mrs Annia Montalague Tarner, a renowned singer, will perform alongside other notable city figures. The program features entirely new music by the orchestra, promising a strong local turnout.
The Amateur Orchestra has become a vital part of the city’s musical life, performing at concerts and public events free of charge on several occasions recently. The ensemble aims to raise funds for new music through upcoming efforts.
A Rome dispatch says the Italian government has pressed the United States State Department about alleged mistreatment of Italian emigrants in Hawaii. Blood curdling reports from Hawaii circulate in Italy, fueling fears of forced labor and harsh confinement among migrants. Foreign officials seek assurances and direct channels for emigration plans to Hawaii.
Officers aboard Kilohana report heavy smoke from Mokn-Aven activity has blanketed the islands, reducing navigation safety. The steamer notes flow of ash and fog, with winds expected to shift toward Kau and Hilo. Captains warn of dangerous conditions and potential persistent weather impacts.
Dr Nicholas Sona and D R Brower from Chicago reached Mariposa this forenoon after traveling on the Bth of August. Local physicians plan entertainment for these distinguished visitors while they stay, before continuing toward the Orient. Porcock arrived in Mariposa en route to the Colonies, accompanied by J A Clough, a hotel proprietor well known in California. Clough will supervise Peacock & Co's new bootery at Waikiki.
The coroner ruled the death an accidental event after a fatal incident at California Fort Co. on Saturday. The body of DK Pree was interred in the mfesnocu with authorities noting the circumstances surrounding the death.
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