Road Contract Clash at City Hall Over Belt Line
A heated Hobson Ward meeting of the Belt Road Fund Commission ended with a vote to award Section No 2 first, despite objections from Vernon Acting and Stuart Johnson. The panel adjourned after a display of fireworks and warned insufficient funds may prevent both sections and required engineering expenses. The dispute stems from a Supreme Court ruling invalidating bids on Section No 1 and a long contentious history of the project. Continued on Page 8.
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Fern
Oain Lent Fund Commission
Himes
Supreme Court
Waalo
Vernon
Korn
Stuart Johavon
Con
Adama
Aleo
Chinaman Gets Life Sentence in Local Trial
Judge Hobinson sentenced Chung Nong, a Chinese defendant, to life imprisonment after a trial. Prosecutor Laverin Andrews presented the case, arguing for a capital penalty but the jury’s decision favored life. The court noted the evidence and public aversion to capital punishment influenced the outcome.
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Willie
Hi Vernet
Hobinson
Man nearly dies after being trapped in cold storage
A man was locked in a cold storage room at a hotel during a chilly night. The terrified porter faced an uncomfortable stay as the Japanese occupiers or attendants confronted him. Rescue arrived after dawn, leaving the man shaken by the ordeal.
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Hwttingham
Aoe
Corin
Femeile
Memorials: City’s Largest Granite and Marble Stock
Memorials advertises the citys largest stock of granite and marble, highlighting extensive selection for memorial projects and timeless stone options for monuments and markers.
First Infantry Soldier Tries Death to Escape Theft Accusation
An enlisted man in the First Infantry attempted suicide by leaping from a transport ship while en route from Portland to Honolulu after being accused of theft. He clung to life until rescued as the Sherman halted. only one prior similar incident from years ago mirrors the event. The First Infantry arrived at Schofield Barracks, many new to a tropical port, marking a fresh phase after years at Vancouver.
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Becaue
George Arann
First Infantry
Sherman
Portland
Honolulu
Allicore
Sharman
Wead
Andronson
Junie
Junta Hronson
Aronson
Aulelde
Hall
Sheraan
Ue Paottio
McGuinne Ile
Major Brier
Impertor
Renoral
Eany
Helne
Pacific
United States Army
Schofield Barracks
Northweat
Vancouver Barracks
Washington
Feturnid Fromta
First Wight
Krank Hullivan
Atlorneys
George
Chirts
Edward Owall
Thik Martia
Beterit Court
W. Hreckone
Stanley
Ted
Howall
Aek
Ene
Ihun Little
Curry
Rullivan
Ani
Captain Quick
Fraud Charged in Sewall Case At Law Firm
Fraud charges arise in the Sewall case as attorneys file motions and affidavits amid accusations of repudiation and influence. The defense seeks reopening with claims of threats and misrepresentation, while other parties request continuance and dismissal actions.
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Sewall
Principal Copeland Starts His Little War At Maui Meeting
At Maui, Principal Copeland leads a push to reorganize and remove President Pope from the supervising principals group. He brings a ninety page study outline and aims to replace the Department of Public Instruction plans, drawing support from Wells Owvig Cox and King. The session continues as commissioners invite education figures like Bishop Restarick to participate. Pope opens with remarks. Continued on Page 7.
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Copeland
Maui
Com Tmienioners of Public Instruction
Pope
Wells
Cox
King
Everton
Durie
Fnr
Restarick
Warehouse Project on Ala Kea Street Details Emerge
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a large warehouse on Ala Kea Street under construction. The plan mentions reinforced concrete, modern design, and a ten day call for attention with completion anticipated soon. Names and exact dates are garbled.
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Ate
Ehiteet Hooke
Kerr
Hide
Aue An AL
Atria
California
Weel: Po. Ltd
Athletics Rout Tigers 24–2 in Philadelphia Crowd Demands Action
Detroit was routed by the Philadelphia Athletics 24 to 2 as center fielder Ty remained suspended for striking a spectator. A 20 000 strong crowd in Philadelphia voiced demand for restraint and accountability.
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Philadelphia
Detroit Tigers
Philadelphia Athletics
Rev Richeson Collapses In Hysteria At Festival
A garbled report states Rev Richeson collapsed during a May festival event and is described as attending to duties at a Catholic church in Puta. The text is incomplete but indicates a dramatic incident amid religious observances.
Vigilantes in San Diego Stomp Labor Turmoil Claims
A fragmented report notes vigilantes in San Diego blamed for actions during labor unrest. It cites a special governor’s commissioner and suggests stronger blame on local vigilante activity than on the Industrial Workers of the World amid the period’s protests and clashes.
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San Diego
GRAFT FIGHT CLOSES In San Francisco graft prosecutions edge toward end
In San Francisco on May 18 Judge Dunne dealt with indictments against Abe Ruel Harvey Brown former police chief Dinan and former Mayor Schmits among others as the Ruef trial nears completion. Prosecutors seek to finish twenty four indictments next week while suggesting county law changes.
Jew tailor murdered for paltry $500
Ivano Cohn a San Francisco tailor missing since last Sunday was found in a vacant house. He had been robbed of 500 dollars and police say he was murdered in a case that shocks the city.
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Impectur Mattstin Caebte
San Francisco
Gal
Ivano Cohn
General Orozco Nearing Last Stand In Chihuahua
El Paro Mexico May 1 The rebel leader General Orozco is surrounded by federals in Chihuahua and is believed to be making his last stand as Juarez likely falls.
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Gen. Orozco
EL Paro
Tor
Juares
Federels
Orozco
Chihuahua
Indian students burned to death in fire
Five students have been burned to death in a fire at an Indian cell. Authorities report the blaze caused extensive casualties among detainees. No further details on location or identities are provided in the fragment.
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Matto T Ta Cabrey Bole
Ching May
Government Attacks Brazil Coffee Association as Trust
New York May 18 government officials label the Brazilian coffee valorization association an trust. The report notes the attack as part of broader antitrust actions.
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Brazil
Coffee Assn
TRUST
Specis Isutierin Cable
New York, N.Y
Brazilian Coffee Valorization Association
Irust
New Battleship Texas Launched at Newport News
Special Bulletin from Newport News Virginia reports the battleship Texas was launched today May 1. The event marks a major naval milestone with the new vessel slide into the shipyard basin amid ceremony and press coverage.
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Newport News
Texas
Ten Jurors Sworn in Darrow Trial at Los Angeles
Ten jurors have been sworn in the Darrow trial in Los Angeles as of May 18. The panel selection continues with jurors reporting for duty and the court preparing for further proceedings in the high profile case.
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Los Angeles
Darrow
Coal Miners End Strike Ratified Agreement Return to Work
In Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania on May 18 the Anthracite coal workers and operators ratified their agreement and miners will return to work ending the strike.
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Wilkesbamre
Philippines to outdo Hawaii in territorial exposition
Washington reports Philippine officials plan a major exhibit at the Panama-Pacific Exposition. Funds totaling about 260000 dollars are appropriated for external display arrangements with authorities detailing the scope of the Philippine pavilion and anticipated reception.
Senator St Goar Predicts Senate Finance Outlook
Report from St Goar on finance committee expectations shows cautious optimism about a new program. He notes Democratic and Republican lines shape policy while urging careful evaluation of proposed changes and price parity. The interview discusses industrial impact, sugar prices, and shipping routes tied to Hawaii and Wilhelmina plantation relations.
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Senate
Hollite & Co
Senate Committee On Finance
Wilhelmina
Hawaii Candidacy Money Overlooked in House Debate
Reports indicate missed $0 appropriation money connected to rural power project funding. Delegates discuss Hawaii interests and the Hawaii delegation attends a meeting to review the measure and ensure funding is allocated before final floor action. Reuben Wake reports the dispatch and notes tied to the appropriation bill.
Dance at Young Tonight for Transport
The Alexander Voutis Hotel hosts a dance tonight in honor of the officers and crew of the transport Bherman. The event, inviting local officials and hotel guests, aims to celebrate the arrival and safety of the vessel and its personnel.
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YOUNG
Alexander Voutis Hotel
Bherman
Toomt Wrtty
Ney Perile
Poesle
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