Honolulu water and street plans eyed in late 19th century notes
Remarks discuss Molokai and Lanni district governance, Honolulu street signs, and art promotion by Kilohana Art League. Water supply issues on the hills contrast with lavish lower-terrace irrigation. calls for fairer distribution and reduced night rates. References to 1890 water pipe sizing and Kalihi King Street improvements appear amid broader public works critique.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honolulu
Kalihi
King Street
B. Wilson
Nauano Road
Garment Electric Works
Water supply reform urged for efficiency and economy
The passage argues the Legislature should be liberal toward water application while the Executive must be taught that economy cannot trump efficiency. It notes the Howe committee recommendations were not yet enacted and, if properly implemented, a reliable water supply would be achieved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howe Committee
Demurrer Overruled in Libel and Probate Matters
Judge Perry overruled the demurrer in Saylor v Hewalian Star Newspaper Association. Publication alleging the plaintiff in jail for stealing a wooden calabash was deemed libelous per se. truth may be a defense at trial. Others include probate actions with Achi Akad will admitted, executor bond set at 10000, and accounts filed. road appropriations discussed in the Hawaii legislature with signs, lights, and proposed 20000 for Nuuanu Valley Road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry
Saylor Ve
Hewalian Star Newspaper Association
Macfarlane
Wilder and Wight
A. G. M Robertson
Emilio Macfarlane
Achi
J. Alfred Magoon
Kalo Kapukivi
John Nicholas Ana
Antone Nicholas Ana
Antonie Philip
Tow Prove & Gear
Wirwall
Cleg— Horn
Value for Value at Schuman's Carriage Repository
Large stock of carriages wagons and harness at Schuman's Car riage Repository Port street. Newly arrived line from W G Irwin includes Cortland jump seat buckboards with canopy tops finished in light colors. Prices lower than elsewhere portraits enlarged lifesize King Bros L10 Hotel Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schuman
Port Street
W. G. Irwin
Cortland
Opium Bill and House Bills Move Through Legislature
The record shows amendments to the opium bill allowing health board funding if 10 000 is insufficient and a committee report adopted. House amendments to Senate Bills 4 and 33 were adopted, while several bills including 83 86 81 84 moved through readings and committee referrals as the Senate adjourned at 11 am.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Gear
Finance Committee
Postal Bureau
Senate
Honolulu
Nuuavu Valley
Robertson
Damon
Committee On Public Lands
Board of Health
Pushonuas
Helaus
Committee On Commerce
Wright
Senator Waterhouse
Brands, Marke and Estrays
Judiciary Committee
So Employment Agency
Miscellaneous
White cyclist Tom Cooper shines on national circuit
Tom Cooper, one of the fastest chasers on the National Circuit, is highlighted as a standout rider this year. He rides for Pacific Cycle and Manufacturing Co., with attention on his performance on the White bicycle and record potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sach
Tom Cooper
Pacific Cycle and Manufacturing Co
Agente
Notice on Lost Drafts of Portuguese Mutual Benefit Society
The Portuguese Mutual Benefit Society of Howell warns the public not to negotiate several drafts recorded as lost. Draft No 850 dated Dec 18 1807 to Manuel Nanes for 12.50 dollars. another draft dated Dec 13 1807 to Jone Tali. and a draft dated Dec 13 1867 to JF Spinola for Pestana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portuguese Mutual Benefit Society of Howell
Manuel Nanes
Jone Tali
Bles
Daft
Tis
JF Spinola
S.C
T Pestana
B.D. Portugues M. B
Society of Hawaii, Pustit
Aermotor Windmill Pairs With 16ft Geared Mills
Last week highlighted the Aermotor Steel Windmill for high water output. It performs best when paired with a good pump, and we keep in stock pumps to match our 16ft geared mills for optimal pumping efficiency.
The Perfect Cheap Pump For Every Budget
A concise callout describes a pump praised as inexpensive and the best in its class, targeting readers seeking value. The brief item highlights affordability paired with top performance, suggesting a standout option for cost conscious buyers.
Hawaiian Jockey Club Official Program Overview
Official program for Honolulu horse races lists multiple purses and events. Notes race dates, entry deadlines, and admission prices, with details on purses, distances, and conditions.
Wanted American Farmer for Horses Cattle and Swine Care
Advertisement seeking a veteran farmer skilled in horse, cattle, and swine care plus plowing planting and terreting. Mavered man preferred. Gear, Lansing & Co. 210 King Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avyte
Gear
Lansing & CO
King Street
Steamer Kinan to Sail From Honolulu May 31
The steamer Kinan will depart Honolulu on Tuesday May 31 at 10 o clock a m. It will return to Honolulu on Tuesday morning June 7 one day ahead of schedule. Wilder's Steamship Co Honolulu May 19 1898 20 51
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kinan
Honolulu
Honoelu
Wilder's Steamship Co., Ltd
Steamer Chandine Departing for Honolulu Scheduled Arrival
The steamer Chandine is set to depart Tuesday, June 1st, and is expected to arrive in Honolulu Saturday morning June 3rd, ahead of schedule. Wilder's 5.8 Co. Honolulu, May 23, 1898.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chandine
Juris
Honolulu
Fane
Wilder
What Fools We Mortals Be
A political and social critique reflects on public distraction by cheap goods and local shopping. It contrasts wealth with consumer temptations, praising cash purchases and credit denial. Dimond & Co. is advertised as a store offering household items at low prices.
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Evvexing Bulletin
Peery
Jonntili
Het
Pavanne Invaliamly
Terris
Ballet Moen
Leas Hall
Bor A. Eres
Servie A
Saisessee
Molokai
Lanni
Madlyon
Mani
Kilohana Art League
cimeUure Court
Demurrer
Pals Road
King Bros
Hotel Street
Hitler
Aermotor Co. Itself
Hawaiian Hardware Co. Limited
Fort Street
Spreckels’ Bank
UN Life Assurance CO
Canada
Potleybollors
Tim
Bishop & Co
H. I. J. H. Porteous
Oua
Zealandia
The
Washinton Food Co
Waialua
Waialuia
Wm. Au. Dilly
Beoning Bulletin
Ctu
F. E. Clark
Beretauin
Wnd
Fort Streets
HOTEL
Oahu
Gear, Lansing & Co
Hawaiian Jockey Club
Dnton
A. Tawatian
Fivereighth
Hawalian Broda
Rapidlant Park
Tshan
Jockey Cub
Hancock
Kamehameha Corse
Pury
Rosita Challionge
Packie
Wurwonn
Widemann
Wily
Bes
Twlon
Thite Coast Blood Horse Association
National
Walker
Hayailun
O. Hondlilu
U.S. Government
W. C. Peacock & CO
Tel
Merchant Street
Dimond
W.W. Dimond & Co
People's Store
Hawaiian Carriage Manufacturing Co
Wilson & Whitehouse
Hawaiian Islands
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