02 May 1903
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1903
Page
1
Salonica tensions rise as a siege-like state and unrest escalate. Foreign warships gather to protect citizens amid an imminent general outbreak in the Eastern problem.
King Edward reviewed fourteen thousand troops in Vincennes France during a grand pageant honoring his visit. The British sovereign presided as the military display showcased the army’s strength and discipline.
Fires in the thinly populated Coudersport area cause extensive damage with property losses estimated at about one million dollars. Authorities report fires spreading rapidly and threatening additional timber and homes as crews battle the blazes.
An explosion at the Kohi torpedo factory in Cleveland today caused twelve deaths and over fifty injuries. The report from May 2 also notes a San Francisco sugar beet analysis detail.
Nile May 1 reports a brilliant meteor seen near Hilo at 5 30 morning heard as thunder and seen as a blazing object over four miles long. Eyewitnesses including CE Wright Volcano Stables manager describe a smoky cloud and a bright explosion. distance estimated under four miles.
In the extra session the Senate discussed an additional $1,000 for printing and advertising of laws, with George R. Carter noting the $1,440 limit was insufficient. The panel weighed six month salaries, clerical appointments, and wage hours for police amid clashes on law applicability and fiscal restraint.
News from Honolulu to Kahulul reports the Emily F Watney arrived safely at Kahulul after a 23 day voyage, long for a short distance of 7 miles, blamed on persistent headwinds. Captain Wirebulel described the voyage as governed by winds, with debate over the cause of the delay. The Haydn Brow also reached Mahukona, with details of other arrivals and local ship activities.
A U S court ruled favorably for the American Sugar Refinery in a suit over the wartime sugar tax paid, seeking about $500,000 back as unconstitutional. The decision impacts additional claims totaling around $1,060,000 still pending against the government.
In St Louis on May 2 the final ceremonies of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition dedication were completed with a civic parade. The city welcomed prominent guests for the formal opening marking the exposition's crowning event.
Raiser Wilhelm arrived in Rome today and was greeted with enthusiasm by the people. King Victor Emmanuel greeted the Kaiser with warm friendship, marking a cordial reception similar to that accorded to England's King.
Hilo May 1 An US Attorney General order summons J U Builth to Honolulu to testify at the Alaskan boundary dispute hearing between the United States and Britain Smith a former US commissioner at Dyea and Skagway during the Klondike era sails soon his destination unknown His testimony will bear importantly on the international settlement and relates to Southern Alaska events in 1879 involving British officials alleged to have sought permission to cross the coast in the dispute
Walter Dolloway died at Pahala last Thursday from an illness. The funeral was held the same day with Rev Kaubane officiating and John Shernin of the Hawaiian Agriculture Co. in attendance. A native of New Hampshire, he came to the islands in 18th century and joined cane planting, working on the plantation through its early years and later with Peter Tae.
Fragmentary text describes Dominion officials moving beyond a disputed line to a summit pit. They gashed onward with mutant convienece and were allowed to loiter under protest from American citizens, collecting cloths at the narrow pit on the range summit.
Wells Fargo & Co express company notes new low rates from San Francisco for mail and parcels. The brief notice lists charge changes and calls attention to service across routes.
W R Chilton announces his barber shop is removed to Motel attest next door to Honolulu Tobacco Co on Port Street Ewa side. He invites all his old customers to visit at the new location. Telephone extended to connect with the office.
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