23 Mar 1899
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1899
Page
1
Fragmentary report mentions a Panob slope convalescent hospital site and military decisions. Officers have informed H. M. Dow of a future privilege. no final decision yet but the site may revert to Mr Dow.
Two electric cars and car material landed this afternoon from the barkentine Irmgard as the first rapid transit rolling stock received in Honolulu. The cars are to be assembled locally. Also noted, the Lufkin family mourns the loss of their fifteen month old daughter Tinda from gastroenteritis with funeral at 4 PM from Dr Wood residence to Nuuanu cemetery. Senator Waterhouse and Mr Pollitt met today for the first time since their noted Honolulu stock exchange dealings, introduced by Robert Shigio.
Among passengers booked for the Coptic on April 11 are Captain and Mrs Ablborn of Luven ton going to Carlebad. The captain seeks baths for an illness and will travel with Mrs Ablborn. Mr H Booke will accompany the Ablborns to Europe.
A correction announces a timetable shift for Ocean to 8, 8. and Spreo keletine steamers. Heate from the Colonies will now depart two days later than previously printed schedules.
The Hawaii Supreme Court issues a decision in Jas. A Kine v Oahu Railway and Land Company, affirming that the state owns navigable waters and submerged lands in Honolulu Harbor, and that the cabinet approval does not authorize condemnation. The ruling distinguishes state property from private property and holds the harbor lands in trust for public use, blocking the railway's attempt to condemn land under navigable waters.
The Morning Star returned from San Francisco on March 3 and will sail to Micronesia in early April with missionaries and cargo. Captain Bray and crew, including two Hawaii-born sailors, await native crew and the ship’s strengthened seaworthiness. The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Judd, issued a unanimous view on the Hobron divorce suit and related cross bill, with no alimony awarded.
The staff of a new dry goods store announces early operation with no packing, offering a selection suited to the climate. Manager Mr Erlich has shown careful judgment in choosing goods, drawing on his prior residence in the city. Opening night is Tuesday evening, March os. See ad on pay.
The property of the Olan Coffea Co. was sold to Dr. A. Be. Nichola through Gear Lansing and Co Agency.
A fragment notes the Hilo railway haste ncens pied the Executive Council exclusively this forenoon, with emphasis on swift action or inquiry regarding the Milo Maliney matter and council involvement.
A concert to benefit the Panos school and church organ will be held at Foster hall on Nuuanu street next Saturday at 7:30 p.m. by Mrs Ahoong's pupils with Mia, Jamon L. Holt, Obas, E. King, Wainhole Mando lin and the Guitar Club plus Institute members. Tickets available at leading drug and news stores.
Colonel W. H. Cornwell traveled to China to meet Young Hea, a Wai luku resident, seeking to purchase a vast Kula district tract. The parcel covers about 6000 acres, with most suitable for razing, including 200 acres under cultivation in corn and potatoes. sugar cane land is minimal.
Mawthan Ney travels to Japso aboard the Hongkong Maru today with British Commissioner Kenny. He will be absent from the Islands for about two years.
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