Jail Abuses Alleged In Civil Suit Against Sheriff
The complaint, filed today, details alleged jail abuse in Honolulu. It claims Arthur M. Town and deputies violently beat the plaintiff at Oahu Jail, causing rib injury and ongoing damages. The suit seeks $19,000 plus court costs and damages of $10,000. The plaintiff was reportedly unable to post bond and remained in custody for over a year.
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J. Cy Camas
Hie
Thomas He
Dioukhe
Harinal Aries
Igh Speritt
Hawaii
Honolity
A. de Cunistrre
A. Canavarra
Arthur M
Mawati
Mauna Loa Vacation Delays Regular Run
The Kona and Kau mail steamer Mauna Loa did not sail for its normal trip due to repairs and a general overhaul. The W. G. Mall will operate the steamer’s route for two trips while Mauna Loa is out of service. All crew, except engine department workers, will take a vacation, with engine and boiler work starting during the layover. Captain Simerson spends vacation on Kauai. Purser Willie Moren departed for a trip.
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Mauna Loa
Diil
W. G. Mall
Engineer's Department
Simerson
Katal
Purner Willie i
Moreen
Park appropriation debate in Senate pressures park plant needs
In the Senate yesterday afternoon Mr Coil Brown urged adoption of a special committee report advocating funds for the maintenance of a park plant. Opposing the measure was Mr J Brown who argued against the appropriation.
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Senate
Coil Brown
Long
Maintenanes
J. Brown
Residents Debate Park Funding Across Territories
The report notes C Brown urging uniform protection of parks like Kaplolim Park across states and territories. Durie of Kona advocates fortifying park standards, while Kantha Bureet Ath voices disagreement, reflecting a broader dispute over Hawaii’s park maintenance and governance.
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C. Brown
Kaplolim Park
Hawaii
Durie
Kona
Inca Tofort
Hiebl
Inbert Rapwlee
Kantha Bureet
Government Day Amid Quiet As Courts Adjourn Timely
Fragmented OCR describes a muted government day with courts adjourned and the District Court continuing. A federal officer observed the Capitol area where a large four foot flag floated over government buildings and private firms as a band performed on the grounds.
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Eployes
Enteepaengt
Mk jAmerican
Atom
Buninens
Letty
Capitol
Changes in Mail Route Specifications in Hawaii
Notices announce immediate changes to mail routes 80008 and 80009. Route 80008 now allows service from Honolulu to Koloa and Hanamaulu with direct return to Honolulu, bypassing the old path. Route 80009 permits service from Honolulu via Nawiliwili to Lihue then back via Nawiliwili to Honolulu.
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Hawaii
Honolulu
Koloa
Hanamaulu
Nawitivel Landing
Bleele
J. Ae Breckoss
Court Adjourns As Japanese Case Proceeds In Morning
Judge Humphreys adjourned court to 11 o'clock tomorrow morning after completing testimony in the Japanese breach of promise case. The session discussed orders confirming partitions in Genevieve Dowsett va Elisabeth Knight et al, and directing deeds in sales. The US courtroom was hot and hurried today.
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Orar
Humphreys
P. Grimwood
Genevieve Dowsett
Elisabeth J. Knight
Humphreye
Genevieve Downett
Marlon C. ‘Downett
United States Court Room
Mirror shattered at Lick Observatory workshop in Pittsburg
In Pittsburg on June 6 a 36 inch Newtonian telescope mirror from Lick Observatory was broken into fragments while Prof. John A. Brashear drilled it for conversion. The mirror weighed about 400 pounds and was five inches thick, delaying the planned South American expedition as France cannot supply a replacement quickly.
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Pittsburg
Lick Observatory
John A. Brashleur
Brashear
Lick
France
King Street Hop Causes Carriage Collision and Fatal Drowning
A minor collision occurred on King Street when a driver Mr Cutting of Pavi Vehicle and Supply Co swerved to avoid a Chinaman with a large box. No serious injuries reported aside from a damaged back wheel. Meanwhile a Portuguese seaman Francisco aboard the Halelutha died after a coal shed accident at the Navy wharf. He died of a fractured skull after being struck by a falling lump of coal. His burial pains were observed at Queen's Hospital. The report also notes past remarks by Lord Clarendon about the Dowager Empress of Germany in relation to Russian policy.
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King Street
Mr. Cutting
Pavi Vehicle and Supply Company
W. G. Cooper
Mra. Cooper
Etevedore
Atevedore
Francisco
Navy
Queen's Hospital
Veatmont
Emmelloth Maes News Highlights and Immigration Debate
A garbled pastiche recalls Emmelloth Maes statements on Porto Rican migration and immigrant wages, with Health Board notes on Lehus passengers. It mentions Senator Hanna's Grand Army appointment and various Parliament curiosities about royalty, labor, and pioneers in early 20th century contexts.
Resignations Hit McBryde Plantation Workforce
Reports say mass resignations sweep McBryde plantation as discontent grows under new management. E Joddart replaced by JF Johnstone, then Moody resigns, with many carpenters blacksmiths and laborers quitting. Japanese workers also threatening to leave, signaling broad unrest among employees and crews.
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McBryde Plantation
E. Joddart
JF. Johnstone
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Noran
M. Bwansy
Caldr
Mir
McBryie
Judge Humphreys Political Record Amid Letters on Appointments
Wagging dispute over Judge Humphreys as political figure surfaces in Washington letters dated March 8 1901 and Honolulu April 101. Haywood opposes appointing Mr Boyd to a First Circuit clerkship while affirming fair treatment for clerks and denoting no partisan requirement for office.
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Wm. Haywood
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M. Boyd
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al Bank
Honolulu
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Eny
Wantington
D.C
Cirouit Court
First Circuit
Taro
Borg
Thurstonian Plot Aims To Oust Judge Humphreys
A long, critical account outlines a supposed conspiracy centered on L. A. Thurston and a plan to provoke the court and sway the Bar Association against Judge Humphreys. It describes key figures, alleged motives, and actions leading to contempt orders and manipulation within the lawyers’ group.
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Thurstan
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Xame
Ffteen
Tar Association
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Kinney
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Pharaton
L.A. Thurston
de Brith
Bale
Har Association
Advertiser
Fragmented Ardent Plot Rumor in Bay Association
A garbled local notice reports a disputed plot among Bay Association members. The text hints at planned actions around May 25 and mentions observers and readers opposing Judae Mumph feys, with a high place figure linked to the capture.
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Bay Association
Bileford’s Last Tour Nights at the Omph Eum With Cast
The Omph eum hosts the final tour night for Bileford’s troupe as America Girl returns and a matinee tomorrow features a reception by Baby Lita and Baby Evelyn for attending children. The Two Sisters perform tomorrow, while plans unfold for Lost to New York for Monday and Tuesday. Eileford and Jessie Norton may bring Motrée to vaudeville with Norton’s Hawaiian song number.
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Munee
Tage
America
Baby Lita
Baby Evelyn
Mae
New York
Eileford
Jénale Nort
Jessie Norton
Will
Japanese dagger case shocks Fellow Court forenoon
Aoyame, a Japanese man, faced Fellow Court for vagrancy after a dagger incident at the depot. Avydyr was presented by OMeer Wm Kane of Ewa yesterday, with a Japanese dagger in an ebony sheath described as very wicked looking. Police were alerted by the conductor who noted prior dagger reports from Anyage. the case continues Monday.
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Aoyame
Avydyr
Omeer Wm. Kane
Ewa
Professional Beggar Arrested in Town in 19th Century Notes
Hue Ott and Ab Tack, nicknamed the Chinaman, were mentioned in a vivid local crime note. Tack, noted for emaciation, was arrested Wednesday on second degree larceny, discharged in court, then cared for by W. K. Agbill. He previously fled the Awbill Institution and was detained again at the police station.
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W. K. Agbill
Din
Ab Tack
Awbill
Hele
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