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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1897
Page
1
The Bulwerin publishes a concise statement of modern warfare rules. It asserts Honolulu cannot be bombarded or besieged, and outlines protections for public buildings, religious freedom, prisoners, and civilian populations. It condemns pillage, treachery, false uniforms, and cruel acts.
Nominations sent to the Senate by President McKinley on April 22 include Harold M. Sewall of Maine as Minister to Hawaii. A Washington dispatch notes Sewall’s appointment strengthens pro annexation hopes and support for renewing the reciprocity treaty with the islands. Sewall has long advocated island annexation and his selection signals administration policy.
Reports from Athens describe uprisings and palace turmoil as Greece faces war pressure from Turkey and Italy moves naval forces to Epirus. French ministers warn against escalation while public anger grows with calls for republic and abdication rumors toward King George.
The cruiser Baltimore after a full overhaul at Mare Island Navy Yard will assume flagship duties of the Pacific station early this summer, replacing the Philadelphia which now bears Admiral Beardsdale's flag in Honolulu harbor. The Philadelphia will be laid up for extensive repairs at Mare Island when Admiral Miller relieves Beardsdale.
Nolice prosequi granted for Halverson on a felonious offense as Judge Perry rules calendar placement pending counsel decision. J. B. Sutton purser of the Alameda faces calendar contention. mixed juries hear cases including RK. Holt versus Goo Kim and W. P. Morrow on gross court. Bezzlement clerk Wed Quelho sentenced to two years hard labor. argument for new trial noted.
For weeks lime has been scarce in the local market forcing merchants to borrow supplies while awaiting the Htedinabip Almwore of the Portland line. About 4000 barrels of thin accus ancy are believed to be held by Luis vesdel, delaying foundations for the new pumping station. Foreman Jobo Cardenl returned as work paused due to lime shortages and heavy bolts. The supply crisis threatens construction as line is widely used in engarmillg and more labor is needed than on the new fire station. Circuit Court judges are hearing jury trials.
The San Francisco Bulletin column argues that Hawaii’s security hinges on strong U S policy toward the islands. It notes Hawaii’s heavy trade with the United States, with large imports and exports, and cites reciprocity sugar terms and Canadian competition as risks to American influence and the treaty-based market.
British societies in San Francisco divide into two camps over Diamond Jubilee celebrations on June 1 and June 21. The split follows a surplus from the Queen's Jubilee fund of 1887, with 87000 in the pot. Some groups want to fund a hospital. others oppose that use.
British Commissioner Hawes will hold a reception on the 2nd in honor of Queen Victoria’s 78th birthday anniversary. An official invitation will be issued in due time. The Hon may be stationed at Waikiki on that date, which would move the reception to that location.
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