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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1905
Page
1
The Naone murder trial ends with a compromise verdict after four hours of deliberation. Jurors split between murder in the first degree and acquittal, with debate over insanity and responsibility. The panel, reflecting Hawaiian racial tensions, settles on a middle ground verdict in the first degree.
A postal card invites all Civic Federation members to a meeting at 4 p.m. on Wednesday June 7 in the M G C A auditorium to discuss public matters. The note hints at a proposed Civic Federation ticket and warns against divisions that could undermine County law and the Democratic Home Rule Fusion ticket.
A sweeping recount of Hawaii's early push for county government, detailing legislative attempts from 1900 to 1902, key figures such as W. O. Smith and W. H. Farrington, vetoes by Governor Dole, and the eventual crafting of a County Act by a governor appointed commission. The piece notes political tensions, commissions, and the complex path to local government amid opposition and court nullification.
A quiet crowd gathered at the Supreme Court as a decision on the County Act was read. The unanimous ruling upheld the act creating counties, triggering celebrations and widespread news updates about the impact on local government and taxpayer protections.
The article discusses how peace between Russia and Japan could boost Hawaii’s sugar sector. It cites Maninger Goo and Robertson of C rower & Co noting that Japan’s labor changes and stabilized prices would improve markets. It warns Hawaii may face labor shifts if Japanese workers depart, risking reliance on Chinese and European laborers.
A letter from Secretary Jack Atkinson, written after arriving in Washington, discusses a refunding proposition. It mentions meetings with bankers in New York and asks whether an option should be obtained on the bonds’ validity before selling them.
Deputy Attorney General Peters intends to arraign Henry Kapea before Judge De Molt but the absence of the ele prevents it. On Monday prosecutors will pursue the bribe case against former Detective Mebuf Fe, followed by trials for the Moweman and Ching worth cages.
The Kawalhan Orchestra directed by Mekin Kealalial presents a March afternoon concert. Selections include Arlaana and Kilbwehl themes, Moonlight Serenade, Newport pieces, an Oriental Dance, and Home Sweet Home. Performers include Lelelahoku Meloy and Todden TM with soloist Hiram.
J Mopp & Co in the large Youns Building advertises a special sale of chairs this week featuring weathered oak and mahogany sets, including oak rockers and chairs. If you need chairs of any description this is urged.
A garbled OCR text shows a motion request and scattered references to a Kaneohe region, a bank or rent meeting, and a castle or Grins Haue, with the line The motion was wranted. The legible elements suggest a disputed claim or filing process without clear outcomes or dates.
Longstanding land dispute centers on a Kawaiahao cemetery border and a mortgage of 2500 secured by J W Kalkalnahoale. The widow Bho Kalkalnahole seeks to void foreclosure, an accounting of advances, and to set aside a deed amid claims the sale undervalued the property and violated process.
A terse foreign dispatch reports Russian ships seeking refuge in the port of Manila after a June 2 rotation and June 3 sugar market notes. The item references BB analysis and a June 1 quotation, with numeric codes 118 101-24 and 11s 94, indicating market or naval codes.
Treasurer Campbell received an Attorney General opinion about payments for road board dents. The Treasury had withheld four drafts under the County Act, suggesting the draft act would be violated. Deputy Attorney Brower’s letter notes that an entry may wait until April 26. the payment and timing are subject to the county treasurer’s department decisions.
City listeners show rising interest in a recital by Butler, praised as the season’s strongest attraction with a wealth of talent including Mutat and Miss Kinney. The program promises notable musical depth, though Kinney has yet to perform.
Central Union and Central Thien Church outline services and events. The morning program includes a service at 12 and a youth gathering with the catechism class. The church plans to admit 23 members from the Kamehameha students and holds a Christian Endeavor meeting titled The Mating of a Christ Han Exarcine led by Ray Hictow. A steamer Nishan arrived from Kauai ports with LP sugar cargo. The bark Edward May piles coal at Makawell. Alameda-bound schooner L. completes coal at Eleele next week. A Chinese woman, Tam Shu, faced an immigration hearing, with testimony heard and the hearing continued.
Scant readable text describes a doubles tennis match on the Pa jee court at 2 pm. Mrs. Willer and Mr. Cooke defeated Mrs. Bertha Young and Will Ruth, while Mrs. Young and Mr. Hoff took the second set. Fringe notes mention a singing tournament and a schedule change for events tomorrow and Monday with unclear details.
The ladies in charge of the Charity Dance are Madame Murphy, Hollinger, Conor, and Du Roi, with Miss Murray assisting. The band plays tomorrow evening at Waikiki at 4 o clock.
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