Hawaii Senate Weighs Appropriations and Salaries Changes
The Hawaii Senate debates the Appropriation Bill reducing key salaries including the Superintendent of Public Instruction from 9000 to 7200 and trimming other posts. The session reviews pay for lighthouse keepers, road and bridge funding, and various water works, livestock, and land office items, with items sent to Public Lands and Public Health committees.
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Senate
Cooper
Seston
Hawaii
Ach
Baldwin
Public Lande Committee
Honolulu
Lahaina
Hilo
Pablio Landa
Milo
Ken Honottil
Honolua
Pubic Lande Committee
Public Lands Committee
Ausintany
Wal- Juku
Kahulut
Payroll items for government buildings and officials
Fragmented payroll data lists salaries for government buildings, court and judiciary grounds, janitors, pilots, harbor tasters, watchmen, engineers, and harbor offices. Noted discussions include pilot salaries and the salary of the Superintendent of Public Instruction with a Senate recess mentioned.
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Keoper Mousotoum
Keoper
Pnd
Hie
Chee
Honolulu
Hilo
Behop's
Oahu
Senate
Chinese on Maui Face Registration Delay Over Fees
Statements by Wong Yaw Long Young Jung Yuen and Wong Chong of Wailuku indicate Chinese residents awaiting registration were told a $25 fee was needed. Wong Yaw was registered this morning after being informed the fee was required. others learned of the charge from partners. The statements were made to W F C Hassan former Internal Revenue Collector. The matter will be pursued as a formal complaint to the Internal Revenue Court.
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Wong Yaw
Long Young
Jung Yuon
Wong Chong
Wailuku
Maui
Wallaky
Jung Yuen
Frm
Bam Ytok & Co
Wallaka
W. F.C. Hassan
Internal Revenue Chambertaty
Local Governing Body Prep Message on Lawn Bill
Acting Governor H. Conperts plans a message to the Legislature on the lawn bill. He aims to transmit the fully prepared bill by Wednesday, with a due date set for September 11, details remain uncertain due to transcription.
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H. Conperts Bury
Leglaine Lire
Werliweday
Railroad men tour O R L Co line in Hawaii
A party of railroad men inspected the O R L Co line from Honolulu to Kabuku. They traveled on a special engine train with Bert Hughes in charge and an observation car, reviewing the road stations and bridges. Luncheon was served at the Halelwa hotel. Attendees included Fred Smith, Th B R Berg, J F Doyle, J Lowle, J A Mithra, A Minarave, Petrie, H N Dennison, W Gill, and Dr Alfred Wall.
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L. Co
Honolulu
Kabuku
Bert Hughes
Halelwa
Fred Smith
B R. Berg
J. F. Doyle
J. Lowle
J. A. Mittha
A. Minarave
Petrie
Dennison
W. Gill
Alfred Wall
Kauai Mallpox Strain Hits Porto Ricans At Walmen Kaual
A smallpox outbreak affected Porto Ricans in Walmen Kaual on Thursday. The first batch of laborers sickened with the disease were released from quarantine on Saturday. None of the victims show the typical signs of the illness as they recover in bed.
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Walmen
Kaual
Wenal
Wingle
Special Counsel Appointed for Hearing Tomorrow
Judge Humphreys appoints Thos Fitch and FB Thompson as special counsel in the matter of H. B Cooper K. P. Dole L. A. Thurston and J. A. McCandlenm cited to appear to show cause tomorrow at 1 oclock. The court notes the importance of the matter and the desirability of a full hearing.
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Humphreys
Thos, Fitch
Thompson
Amiel Curive
H. B Cooper
K.P. Dole
L.A. ‘Thurston
J. A. McCandlenm
Horges' Bad Luck at Thomas Square Horse Incident
A family driving horse near the Chinese Consul on Beretania street and Thomas Square caused trouble yesterday when the animal fell into a pool. A core of excited Chinese workers needed hours to extricate the unfortunate animal from the water.
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Nélongine
Beretania Street
Thomas Square
Married Men Defeated by Bachelors in Saturday Cricket Clash
The Married Men returned home to their wives after a cricket match where the Bachelors triumphed 103 to 40. The victors celebrated with cheers as the final tally stood and the field cleared after the game.
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Ane Demon
Mn Up & Woore
Grand Jury Hearings in Hawaii Shore Up Cathcart's Involvement
The Inland of Oahu Grand Jury, chaired by J. A. McCandlen, convened May 17 and questioned witnesses about bribery and secrecy. McCandlen refused to divulge confidential information. Attorney General Dole reconsidered Cathcart’s involvement, prompting a 10 o'clock appearance for McCandren tomorrow to show cause why he should not answer questions.
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A. McCandress
Humphreys
Callet Co
Foreman Carter
Oahu
J. A. McCand-lan
J. A. McCandlens
J. A. McCandiens
Mate Ters
Edo
Genereral
Carter
Foreman
Foremann
Dole
Cathcart
Betbery
J. A. McCandlers
Circuit Court Proceedings and Ejectment Case Postponed
Judge Humphreys heard motions after the grand jury report and appeal bond of 200 posted by Harry R. Hitchcock. In the First Circuit Court the jury is excused until Wednesday. In Edings Court the ejectment suit King Chong Co v Hop Wal Co was continued with counsel argument to follow. Hand of J M Convy as treasurer for Mary Ashton and children posted 1500, with sureties Abraham Fernandes and Wilcor.
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First Circuit Court
Humphreys
Harry R. Hitchcock
Ogoleet
Hawaiian ‘Tramways Co
Edings
Plucky Driver Guides Runaway Team Through Beretanta Street
A woman displayed courage as her team of horses bolted near Thoman Bquare on Beretanta Street. The carriage dashed toward a telephone pole, she fell and suffered a heavy head wound but was aided by bystanders and resumed driving after the Runaways were captured.
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Twent
Beretanta Street
Thoman Bquare
Change In Gand Concerts At Kiama Square Hotel
A muddled diary of changes notes a band concert moving to the Hawaiian hotel on Saturday and an additional Kiama Square concert rescheduled for Monday at the same venue. The shift is attributed to Dr. B. Cooper and Mr. Morgan as attending physician remarks.
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Jamon F. Morfan
Kiama Square
B. Cooper
Morgan
Captain Hilbun Resigns Command of Helene
Captain Hilbun resigns after long service with Wilder Steamship Co. Captain John McAliister, longtime employee, takes command of the steamer Helene amid health concerns extending over years.
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Hilbun
John McAliister
Wilder Steamship Co
Helene
Bleu
Hilbue
Heleu
Settlement Reached On Mauhalen Sugar Creditors
Out of court settlement proposes 20 cent on the dollar to all creditors of Mauhalen Sugar Company with Tear & Lansing to bear receivership costs. Receiver T Stewart to be paid 2000, attorney Hankey 1000, and W H Painter to buy all company personal property for 12000. Major creditors listed include Gear Lansing Co, Japan Insurance Co, Tokio Transmission Co, and Hayworldens with counsel Holmes Stanley and others.
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Hopolulu
Mauhalen Sugar Company
Wave
T.he Stewart
Jude Humphrye
Tleft
Tear & Lansing
Heceiver Stewart
Frederick W. Hankey
W. H. Painte
Gear, Lansing & Co
Geo. A. Davis
Olatin
Japan
Kinsey, Ballon & McClanahan
Pain
Haywoldens
Holmes & Stanley
Matis Nalet Company
Ws Q. Smith
A. Lewl
Transcendent Light Plant Installed by Warhington Co
Macfarlane, manager of the Warhington Light Company, installed a Transcendent Light plant in the Bite parlors. The new system replaces the old electric lights, cutting costs by more than half while delivering reliable, tested performance. Mr Mioth will oversee the office in Macfarlane’s absence, and Mr Wankington has earned the Franklin Institute Beatt medal of merit for the new lamp.
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CW. Macfarlane
Warhington Light Company
Hag E
Bite
Wwe
New York
Machirlane
Mioth
Wankington
Franklin Institute of Philadelphia
Blks Mold Meeting Considers Lodge Home Move
The Hikw on Saturday night convened to discuss a permanent lodge home. Proposals were reviewed, a committee was formed to report, by laws were adopted, and the meeting night shifted from Friday to Monday. Heather Henri Berger received a ceremonial emblem for organizing the Grand Exalted Ruler’s departure.
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Pepport
Ratiday
Heather Henri Berger
Genate Adjourns After Bare Quorum In Senate Session
The Senate met at 2 and, with only a bare quorum present, decided to adjourn the session. Details are sparse due to fragmentary OCR text but indicate an abrupt end amid low attendance.
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Senate
Republicans Meet In Territorial Committee Session
A late afternoon Republican Territorial Committee meeting discussed the salary bill. The deputy attorney general's pay was cut from 6000 to 400, and a motion by Prendergast delayed the group for three days to complete the salary bill.
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Have Way
Salaries Cut and Mileage Controversy at Hawaii House
The Hawaii House debates slashing salaries of top officials including Attorney General and Treasurer, approves limited cuts to $7209 and $8000, while Deputy Attorney General faced possible reductions. Makakaw accuses colleagues of inconsistency amid money shortage as mileage payments prompt protest. House adjourns without action on Deputy Attorney General. A petition seeks $10,000 to fund Harbor Fire Service.
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Dickey
Atorney
Treauher
Depty
Vanaldared Kantho
Malamnal
Colleagee
Kohalawan
Mlesten |Aries
Millege
Makalnat
Iis Rihad Hwihto
Monaarrat
Te TegUlar Memalon Makekaw
Hilo
Feat
Lat
Alwaya
Emmeluth
Tnualacan Firme
Harbor Fire Service
Farwell to a Penitent Lawyer at Sulphur Creek Home
A fragmented obituary notes the death of a prominent lawyer Franwisen at his Sulphur Creek residence during a storm night. The incomplete text mentions his long service and rising troubles, with references to Minnesota influences and a goodbye tone.
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Cloverdale
Pormer Diiten
Sulphur Creek
Conger Won't Resign As Minister to China
Edwin V. Conger told Washington officials he would return to his post in Peking if the administration allows it, aiming to force a course that could shape the 1908 governor candidacy. He read dispatches from Rockhill and Squier, and asserted China could pay around 300 million dollars, though officials doubted the figure.
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Washington
Edwin V. Conger
China
Peking
Conger
Nile
Rockhill
San Franschsco
Disjointed Remarks Hint at Political Standoff
The fragment hints at financial thresholds and indemnity concerns with references to May, Conger, and a gubernatorial race. It suggests uncertainty over whether a large indemnity triggers guarantees from Powers and whether Conger will return to Washington or Iowa, leaving the gubernatorial candidacy unresolved.
Fire Claims Commission Sets Hearing Date and Budget
The Fire Claims Commission announces hearings begin next Monday with hearings limited to about ten claims daily. They expect to process up to 10,000 claims within two years under the Act, which appropriated 1.5 million dollars and requires no appeals from findings. The commission will include government counsel and a printing contract was awarded to Hulleina as the lowest bidder.
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Aca Merune
Fire Claims Commission
Howriive
Elaima
Chamber of Commerce
Reales H
Aucoent Books
Tou Hulleina
al. Macfarlane
Ander
Radicane
Unique Card Party at Berry Home
A Whist card party at Me and Mrs Berry's home split guests into Mariva and Hongkong Mari factions. The Maripox won by several thow and tiles, captained by A M Johtcots parser. Officers and stewardesses from the Hongkong Mariner attended, with Al Wallace pire as captain and B S Correll among the crew. The hostesses and guests left in high spirits after an entertaining evening.
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Q. H. Berry
Dhe Maripons van Do
A. M. Johtcots Parser
Pd. Wallan
Nhawle Mostman
Hongkong Mariner
al Wallace Pirewer
B.S. Correll
Mra
J. M. Joiuvon
Polo Practice At Moanalua Grounds Scheduled
Owtu Polo Club holds a weekly Saturday practice at Moanalua grounds with a new midweek session added. The note hints at improving form and a potential rematch with Windy Inland, promising a crackajack organization if teams meet again.
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Owtu
Moanalua
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