17 May 1911
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1911
Page
1
Oahu lawmakers resist using voters as basis for reapportionment as a legislative fight stalls progress. Compromise proposals falter amid partisan battles, with the plan to redraw districts tied to citizen population facing long odds and continued contention.
Fragmentary text reports inspector Brown noting many Russians have left the territory and references to Br. Victor Chirk and a Roman imprint. The readable portion mentions a border scenario with people brought here and a percentage linked to a coat.
The Merchants Association holds a special meeting to hear the Wharf Committee report on wharf tax representation and vacancy issues. Uncertainty remains whether merchants will endorse abolition or continue payment, with the possibility of suspension debated.
An amateur aviator is reported dead after a crash in Los Angeles on May 17. Details are scarce but authorities confirmed the fatal accident and began investigations.
Fragmentary OCR text yields unclear names and places. The readable bits reference a person named Chloe Se and a herd community context, but no verifiable events, dates, or entities to form a coherent news item.
U S authorities pursue seventy five Hawaiian corporations for failure to file tax returns with the Internal Revenue Department by March 1. Noncompliant firms face penalties up to $1,000 per entity and possible liens. the measures aim to collect an estimated $750,000 in taxes, with further actions expected as cases continue.
Grand jury findings reveal navigation violations aboard the Orterie and the need to avert a potential race riot. Officials separated Spanish and Portuguese immigrants, forcing reassignments of quarters and emergency housing to prevent clashes.
Fragmented OCR describes a 19th century auction of items including the Cleghorn collection with references to Heile Governor AB Chaghorn and AE Abeauger. The garbled narrative mentions attendees like William Walters and various names, with unclear events and outcomes.
Mexico City May 17 Diaz resigns by May 31 to the cabinet via the federal peace commissioner. Ramon Corral named as vice president included in proposals Senor De la Barra is slated as acting president if Diaz leaves. Juarez May 17 peace commissioners exchange assurances on acceptance of terms with general armistice anticipated.
In American League games the St. Louis 9 Washington 2 and Chicago 7 Philadelphia 5. In the National League the Philadelphia 4 tied with New York 3 while New York 1 beat St. Louis 3. Brooklyn 1 Chicago 0 and Boston 7 Pittsburgh 6.
Mexico City May 17 The government proposes an immediate armistice and will introduce a political amnesty measure in Congress without delay.
Washington May 17 Following the decision of the United States Supreme Court in the Standard Oil Sherman act amendments may be considered. The report notes possible changes to the act in response to the court ruling and seeks guidance from lawmakers and agencies.
In Chicago on May 17 a rehearing was denied for meat packers convicted of breaking the Sherman Law. The case followed the Standard Oil decision and concerned the Packers of Chicago.
Police charged a former van Henin Verte employee with stealing funds from the company. The suspect faced related counts as investigations traced the path of the missing money through several locations and offices.
A chaotic report describes an uncertain Army post and transfers of troops to permanent barracks on the island. A public meeting is set for tomorrow at 1 80 o'clock in the Pate nco grounds to discuss the plan and hear speakers including A F Griffiths Daly College president and Delegate Kuhio.
Federal agents uncovered ten large packing cases believed to contain opium aboard the Mateen Nintmatie steamer Wilhelmina. Authorities also seized two damaged basins and a forged article tied to a suspected scheme aiming at prominent Honolulu figures. The investigation centers on narcotics transport and possible accomplices as investigators pursue links to the alleged conspiracy.
The Supreme Court upholds the legality of a local plumbing ordinance citing constitutional authority. The decision names several officials and organizers involved, noting the ruling aligns with existing municipal governance and regulatory framework. The lengthy text references committees, hearings, and procedural steps leading to the affirmation of the ordinance.
Hawaiian Commercial plans to pump waste molasses into oil tanks and ship in bulk to create a new industry. Contracts run between Wells Gin and Susan Company, with Wailuku plantation officials pushing a complex plan amid questions about feasibility and costs. The piece notes waste molasses from Feland plantations pumped into Stearns, rail transport by Wallakyi, and hints at Welle’s leadership role. continuation promised on page 4.
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