06 May 1910
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1910
Page
1
Conservatives question Agent Woolley as he returns from the mainland to rally support for a statewide prohibition campaign. The piece hints at Woolley uniting allies despite hostile reception and warns that plantation conditions and territory prosperity could be jeopardized by the anti prohibition push. Continued on Page 4.
Honolulu road supervisor John H. Wilson defends his office against attacks by Supervisor Quinn. He recounts friction since taking office, asserts Board support, and vows to ignore further attempts to resume hostilities. Wilson emphasizes his businesslike management and public confidence.
Rear-Admiral McCalla died in Santa Barbara today of apoplexy. A long naval career earned him congressional medals for merit not only in battle. Born June 19 1844 in Camden Nebraska he rose from Naval Academy graduate to hero in the Spanish American War and Boxer uprising commanding forces at Pe King relief.
In San Jose Sorta Rica on May 6, four hundred bodies were recovered from Cast after a devastating quake. Rescue operations continue under martial law protection as the town remains in ruins and relief efforts intensify.
Sugar prices in San Francisco on May 6 show a 96 degree test and quotes at 4.300 with a previous quotation of 4.3250. Local dealers note steady demand and narrow spread as futures hover.
Fresno reports sharp earthquake shocks today with no damage observed. Officials note tremors registered across the region as residents felt the ground move in the morning. No injuries or structural harm were reported.
London reports King Edward VII died at midnight with dignitaries and clergy awaiting word. Physicians issued the grim update as the nation prayed. the royal family remained at the palace, and the line of succession was highlighted with George Frederick as the Prince of Wales.
The text records the death of Heat son Albert Victor on January 14, 1803. It notes his ascent as successor to the throne, entry into the navy in 1877, a four year voyage around the world, and his 1891 appointment as a commander in the British navy.
Victoria dispatch reports Lord Kitchener’s trip summary asserting Australia must raise a nationwide army of about 80 000 men. He advises establishment of a military college and better organization and munitions to defend Australia amid wartime edmunditions and isolated positions. Australian newspapers react with praise and calls for a stronger war effort.
Russians seek work along the Pacific coast, using labor agents to flee Hawaii for the mainland. The Mongolia liner is expected to dock in San Francisco tomorrow afternoon, carrying many eager immigrants. At Honolulu’s H Hackfeld & Co office, twenty Soviet nationals secured steerage passage, while San Francisco agencies recruit unemployed Russians for railway, lumber mill, and mine jobs, with hundreds likely to sail on the next ships. The exodus reflects arrangements by job recruiters and a shift in attire and demeanor among departing crowds. Continued on Page 4.
John G. Woolley condemned the Hoard of Liquor Licence Commissioners and defended his anti-faloon stance in a speech at Pythias Hall Kulgtia. He urged prohibition as a cure for all evils, sneering at opponents and claiming Hawaiians widely support the cause. meeting attended by about 200 Hawaiians.
In Solonina Rusaan was arrested on a warrant yesterday and discharged from custody after the Crown urged acquittal. The prosecution argued weak evidence but the man is described as a hardworking contributor to help the delegate proceed to the mainland. He swore he would not threaten or injure the woman. The case continues on page 2 with additional defendants arraigned on Juan Doe warrants for unlawful assembly.
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