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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1901
Page
1
An athlete horse from Molokai stunned bystanders as it bolted from a wagon on School street and leapt a 15 foot drop at the Waikiki bridge area. Driver William and trainer Larsen described the event while spectators watched, noting injuries to the wagon and a riderless fall.
Henry E. Cooper leadership faces resistance as Independents block new measures. The acting governor pushes a modest revenue plan while Republicans threaten to skip sessions, risking impasse and further gridlock in the Territory's governance.
The bill issue dominates the scene as the Legislature refuses to act extending the current session. Acting Governor contends measures are essential yet faces opposition from Independents who pledge to abstain from work until August 2, risking a stalemate. The stalemate deepens as leaders debate whether to adjourn or force special session.
The text notes Yong Kong Hung faces charges in Police Court for impersonation with Judge Wilcox presiding. Several Chinese defendants seek certificates after yesterday's trial, with some retried. The fragment mentions Cooper and policy on Chinese certificates, implying legal action and potential appeals or protections.
A cluttered dated report describes a stalled House session with members delaying action on Avainews and Sonata. It notes Reverend Kiwawal’s lengthy address, brief reconciliations among Gillilan Emmouth Crabbe and others, and a push to adjourn as senators ponder next steps.
An event celebrating the feat birthday of the Japanese M. M. A. will be held at the Duddhiat Mission on Sunday at 2:30 PM. The program includes opening address, reports, hymns, speeches by Rev H Mutanmota and Rev Y Liman, a sacred tune, and the National Anthem of Japan. A note mentions Dr Bogle performing a chiropodial eye procedure at Arlington Block.
Attorney J. M. Pospoe and F. Pahla faced contempt in a land sale dispute. Pospoe was jailed in a police cell until 10 tonight for court contempt, while Pahla was sent to Oahi prison for the same offense. Guardian J. Kansio reported the case as a wardship matter involving minor Pubipakarinthina and a deed reconveyance.
The opinion discusses whether a territory created by Congress as a municipal entity can be sued for injuries from defective trees. It concludes Congress did not intend to create a municipal corporation with tort liability. existing statutes exempt the government from such cases are viewed as still in force. Kinney, Hallow & McClanahan appear for the plaintiff and the Attorney General for the defendant.
Fragmentary passenger list from Hilo and Kinaau includes numerous names and relations, with a later legal notice about Ellen Dove trustee and a $507 sum from the will of Jane Luce. Scattered quotes reference Bryn Mowe and Vaseur, plus brief local anecdotes and remarks from Philadelphia Bullets.
In a fragmentary Hawaii Senate session, a quorum failed as several members left and adjournment without a vote became likely. Cecil Brown, Carter, Kalauokolani and others spoke or wandered, while officers and witnesses described a murder case involving a Portuguese man and a Chinaman connected to a mill, with motive and travel plans emerging from detective testimony.
The coroner's jury returned a verdict on the suspected murder at Bea View. They found Vinay Dang died in Honolulu, Oahu around July 1901, probably from a bladed weapon in the hands of one or more persons. Names of jurors and Chang Lalu, witness, are recorded, with earlier testimony noted.
A planned season opener pits Capitol building employees against Judiciary building clerks in a charitable exhibition. Organizers, including Thos Pumimipe and George Citena, anticipate a Sunday game with broad public interest and discussions of managing attendance and gate proceeds.
Three captains including Fisherman James and Sea King skippers faceAwaited US court trial delays. Jury to hear cases on August 5 with jurors and awaiting government actions. Captains tapley and wallace, once respected, face potential acquittal via nonjury route. sailors held, paid, and watched by government until verdict.
A settlement ends a dispute with the Experiment Station on Hawaii Territory. A new survey by Surveyor Wall will move the rock quarry line near the director’s residence, adjusting boundaries. Legal motions in the Peroda estate case were filed by Kinney Ballon McClanahan with a general denial. The sale of JM. Vivier and Kerr faced trial in Judge Gear’s court on tax day. Others opened at Puçitle Laport.
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