Office Address at Spreckels Block Fort Street
E and S shared office location listed as 305 Fort Street Spreckels Block Room 5.
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1897
Page
1
E and S shared office location listed as 305 Fort Street Spreckels Block Room 5.
A large turnout filled Kapio lani Park as riders and vehicles crowded toward Waikiki yesterday. Fans noted damp track conditions and a busy tram service. Several races featured close finishes with Amaranth, Antidote, Magnet, and Watermelon Joe among the winners in harness and running events. The day highlighted spirited betting and a tense finish in the Amethyst versus Antidote clash, while safety and weigh-in procedures drew attention after a dramatic near-miss by the rider.
The afternoon program starts at 1 o clock with a half mile dash for a Trophy valued at 20. Entries include Sam Johnson T V King J F Murray and J Sylva. A bicycle race handicap follows at 3 30 with entries D G Sylvester Sam Johnson J Byloa V King and J F Murray. Five eighths mile dash Hawaiian bred Purse 150 features Amethyst Antidote Confederate Billy from multiple stables. The Entenpribe Brewing Purse 150 includes Ralph Norton Billy Button Gladys and more. Rosita Challenge Cup offers 200 for a one mile dash with Amaranth Sympathetic’s Last Magnet Shenan Joah Lord Brock among entrants. Maiden Race half mile dash for first starters with Mikado Mikimwiki among entrants. Seventh Special Race pacing and trotting handicap purse 0 includes beaten horses.
The Commissioners of Education, Thursday afternoon, heard a report from a special committee led by Minister Cooper and H. S. Townsend. They presented a schedule classifying teachers by certificate grade and years of service, with the matter referred to the Teachers' Committee for action.
T V King has arranged another clay pigeon shoot at Kewalo tomorrow. He will have plans of ammunition and birds on hand. The event offers city residents a chance to practice during the season when game laws are in effect and invites everyone interested in this sport to attend.
The San Francisco Call reports California ostrich plumes shipped to Paris mark the industry's shift from experiment to profit. With investment near 200,000 dollars and annual gains around 190,000 in California ranches at Pasadena Anaheim Fallbrook Santa Monica Coronado and Pomona, prospects look bright as demand for fine feathers grows.
The Healani Yacht and Boat Club held its monthly moonlight dance with holiday vigor though attendance was down from usual due to fatigue and weather. The Hawaiian quintette from the World's Fair supplied music while Fred B. Ont directed and Manny Phillips managed the floor. Lemonade stations kept dancers refreshed.
The Remington wheels have proven first class in material and finish and are becoming more popular. Three wheels will be used in the June 11 races. Riders hoping to secure them include John Biles the Manon wonder Chas Murray and V. King. Pacific Cycle and Manufacturing Co Love Building act as agents for these wheels.
A W Meyer longtime Molokai public figure and postmaster at Kaanapakai died from heart failure after a severe cold. He served as Molokai leper settlement superintendent and held royal appointments. Meyer, born in Hamburg, came to Hawaii in 1848 and settled on Molokai. He leaves a wife ten children and twenty grandchildren. Funeral at his daughter’s residence with burial on Molokai aboard the Waialeale tomorrow night.
The Eagle House changes hands to Edward A. Kosta of Chicago who brings a renowned catering background. He plans a ranch American style menu and promises top quality meals in Honolulu, elevating the establishment’s dining reputation.
Rees Beardales hosts a Philadelphia event this afternoon offering free boat conveyance. Earlier, a Japanese laborer was fatally mangled by a lane car near Howe kas, dying about three hours after the accident.
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