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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1896
Page
4
The Evening Bulletin notes the death of Mrs A T Cornwell, praising her as a true Christian and devoted mother whose charitable deeds benefited many Hawaiians. Her generosity touched numerous recipients, and her legacy of kindness will be sorely missed by the island community.
The selection of General Fitzhugh Lee to replace Consul General Williams in Havana is viewed as a clever maneuver by President Cleveland to dispatch a U S military commissioner to Cuba. Madrid officials had warned that no military or other commission would be allowed to probe Cuban affairs. Honolulu reports sixty nine deaths last month with nineteen dying without medical attention, prompting calls for inquests to determine responsibility.
The California Supreme Court declares the Sunday closing law for barbershops unconstitutional, removing a weekend restriction and allowing shops to operate Sundays in the state.
In a higher courts ruling Judge Perry grants Rudolph Spreckels relief in a bill in equity against Walter M. Giffard, secretary and treasurer of the Paauhau Plantation Company. The suit seeks an injunction to stop cancellation of shares alleged to be pledged to Allen & Lewis of Portland and to require recording of the pledge in the corporation books. The decision notes the plaintiff is entitled to the relief prayed for and a decree is ordered. Hartwell Thurston & Partners.
The Republic of Hawaii vs Henry Olds ends with a not guilty verdict after embezzlement charges. The Republic of Hawaii vs June Davis goes to trial this afternoon before Judge Carter with a listed jury. Deputy Attorney General Dole prosecutes, George A. Davis defends. The piece notes warm weather and suggests sun hats at Waterhouse's.
A promotional piece emphasizes aggressive trade advertising for Honolulu and the Hawaiian islands, insisting on honest practices and guaranteed results. It highlights the New Process Blue Flame Oil Stove, praising its smokeless operation, kerosene use, and safety, with two sizes priced at 25 and 22.50 dollars and invites readers to call and examine.
An advertisement places the Hawaiian Hardware Co at No 307 Fort Street opposite Spreckels Bank. The notice frames the shop location for shoppers and locals assessing nearby landmarks on Fort Street.
The text argues a craftsman’s capability spans both intricate and simple work. It emphasizes ten years of satisfactory results, a strong reputation, and ongoing quality. It promotes watch repair and conversion from key winding to stem winding, claiming smooth operation like melted butter.
An early ad touts the H F Wichman Reliable Stove as simple safe and smoke and odor free. The stove is described as handsome japanned ornate and sturdy with baking cooking and washing possible simultaneously.
Public auction on Wednesday May 27 96 at 5 pm offers a large Kona coast plantation of about 8800 acres? with 50 acres coffee and seven hundred acres of coffee land. includes landing, mill site, drying house, store, workers quarters, and water tanks. terms cash or mortgage at 8 percent. map and details available from J F Morgan auctioneer.
A retailer advertises that no extra charge applies for delivering flowers to any city area including Lels Mountain Greens and Carnations, underscoring comprehensive delivery coverage and official offerings.
No 0 Fort Street announces continuation of the business under new ownership after purchasing from the Waterhouse estate. The new proprietor pledges a full line of dry goods and fancy goods at low prices and thanks patrons for 25 years of support.
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