20 Jul 1899
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1899
Page
1
Washington reports secretary Long received a cipher from Admiral Dewey dated July 14 from Port Said. It notes the Olympia is in voluntary quarantine and will proceed to Trieste to obtain a clean bill of health for continued Mediterranean voyage.
M Whitney highlights volcanic activity in Hawaii since 1823. The Pinoters Monthly lists twenty three eruptions in the present century with no regular period, noting large flows near Kailua and Mauna Loa, Mokuaweoweo, and Kona coast events. The article cites 1801 Hadalai eruption, 1843 Mauna Loa activity, 1882 Mokuaweoweo references, and 1899 flows, arguing activity may occur roughly every four years.
Attendees of the opening dinner at the Home Bakery praised the excellent repast and the cook's creations. They commended unequaled service and management, noting appetizing meals, courteous service, and privacy when desired. The bakery’s ventilation and overall ambiance were also highlighted as factors in its future success.
In Shamrock new Holm at Southampton on July 14 a report stated a boom larger than the current one is being made for the cup challenger. The aim is to exploit lighter air in America to carry a greater canvas area than in the Britannia trial race.
The U S Transport Conemaugh arrived near Honolulu shortly before midnight and tied at the old fishmarket wharf. It carries 273 horses of troops A B and M of the 4th Cavalry en route to Manila, with 33 cavalrymen aboard to tend the animals under Dr Powers, the veterinarian in charge. The ship also carries officers including Captain E B Roberts and Purser Tucker, who has prior ties to Honolulu and previously commanded aboard the Charles Nelson. The voyage from San Francisco to Honolulu lasted about 8 days and 12 hours, with a week of paddock time planned before continuing to the Philippines.
A fragment notes a vessel named rerrel with two thousand tons of hay and grain for fodder stacked on deck. The crew consists of 42 men. The isolated wording suggests a maritime report on cargo and crew.
Washington reports General Bates is to confer with the Sultan of the Sula archipelago to shape future US policy. The mission, on Peace Commission recommendation, aims to secure American sovereignty over the islands while allowing a form of self rule. Details describe funding and pearl trade permissions tied to the negotiation.
Senator John T. Morgan arrived in Selma and warned the campaign will be messy. He argued that December measures will require government planning for new powers, strengthening the Democratic position. He criticized taxing sugar from territories, and called for reforms including silver and income tax collection, anticipating a Supreme Court clash.
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