20 May 1912
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1912
Page
1
Washington May 20 The Conness street railway bill won approval in the House. It provides for a contemplated railway to Hilo within a belt promoted by Le Conness for rail service. The measure, with committee recommendations, awaits Senate consideration.
In Wailuku on Sunday evening a man was shot in the head during a duel. He lived for a week with extraordinary vitality, but doctors declared all hopes of recovery given up. The event has sparked commentary among the public and professional circles.
The eraiver Buffalo 4 is due to arrive tomorrow morning and may stay about two days before continuing to San Francisco. The vessel New York bound, with repairs underway at the Manila dock, and a crew led by Commander Gablet, was redirected to assist Guat safety, while a separate steamer Felice Hew moves toward San Francisco for general overhauling. News from the pure food department reports a complaint about mashed fruit quality, prompting an inspector to investigate.
We feature the largest stock in Granite and Martie with prompt attention to orders.
Citizens and soldiers confront water outages at Schofield Barracks as negotiations over delivery centrifuge a post supply, with authorities delaying shipments and seeking federal authority. The stalemate pits Wahiawa Winter Co. against federal cement rules, raising concerns over continued access to essential water.
The Downtown Gazette reports a compromise moving forward on widening Hotel Street. Estimates place the total project cost around 13,750, with 48,000 square feet of property affected and adjustments to adjacent utilities and sidewalks. The plan aims to improve traffic flow and safety, with supervision by city engineers and public input sessions scheduled before the next council meeting.
The Lord Young company led by Lender faced a civil action over a large scale project in the Towne district. The suit concerns bids, build quantities, and contract terms with disputed measurements and pricing figures. Officials indicate the award may hinge on performance and compliance with district specifications.
Fragmented OCR text shows a legal proceeding under the Sullivan Se wall case with mentions of judges, a morning session, and references to a party named Nerina von Hie Utwllens austin. The readable segments indicate a continuation date of Saturday and courtroom activity though details are garbled.
In New York on May 20 Ches ter S Morey general manager of Great Western Sugar Company testified that the company’s stock is valued at 23 million dollars. He said that in 1902 Granger of American Sugar Refining offered to buy Great Western plants for the American firm.
President Taft and Colonel Roosevelt are closing their camp in Ohio. Campaign notes from Cincinnati indicate efforts to rally support for the Republican front. The text shows garbled OCR but implies a final push before votes.
A vigilante was cited for contempt for threatening Attorney More, representing the Industrial Workers of the World, during a legal matter tied to the IWW case. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between vigilante actions and organized labor defendants.
Philadelphia reports the American League strike ended with protests fueling the stoppage. Ty Cobb remained suspended for striking a spectator, Cobb 4 out, games to resume tomorrow. In California, a harbor body found in San Pedro is believed to be Bernard Rein, an auto salesman, with foul play suspected.
Olaf Borenton wed Mme Juliette Hartwell in a small ceremony on Liliha Street officiated by Rev. Henry Parker. The event, attended only by relatives, featured Mrs Alfred W. Carter as matron of honor and bridesmaid Mrs Hermon Hartwell. The couple and party plan a honeymoon on the opposite island.
Acting Governor KA Mottsmitt and his staff have been invited to attend the Memorial Day exercises on May day by the George We OMe, Hast, at Naaneoine MA. The event will feature the standard memorial program across the United Staten. Proceedings were described as continuing by Circuit Judge Robligan and theWedinanes, with the executive plea of the defendant noted.
In Washington on May 20 the majority report exonerates Senator William Lorimer of Illinois after a bribery inquiry tied to his election. Signed by Senators Gamble Jones Fletcher and Johnston, it rejects new evidence of wrongdoing. A minority report, led by Kern Les and Kenyon, condemns Lorimer. In Chicago, three men and two women died when a speeding car struck an open drawbridge.
Fragmented text describes Hawaiian figures and naval matters around a vessel, mentioning Port Rangers funeral, Diamond Head mortars, and a debate over naval defense and burial at sea. notes a planned movement of a target raft and possible towed actions near Honolulu with references to local figures and orders.
The rough draft plan for the new National Guard armory, valued at ten million dollars, was handed to Architect Ripley in the morning by Colonel Jones, adjutant general. Work on the drawn plans will start immediately as Hawaii combines features from other states and territories to fit local needs.
The feangnanan of Willard K Hirawn sent the Heart of Liquor Title shat for the City sind County of Hoe nduly was received by the Aetings Havernorile larning Brown ex plaine that he contemplates leaving the telande June 11, and it ie under stunt he returning to the warmind for a vill af several months' dea len. No appointment to the vacancy hint "enn made.
The article outlines plans for the Hilo railway relocation and related works. Officials including Superintendent of Works and representatives from local entities discuss project scope, timelines, and potential impacts on transport and development in the area.
In a longhand record the Honolulu newspaper lists the attendance at a school board gathering led by Superintendent Pope and Principal Baldwin. The document names numerous principals and teachers from Waialua to Hilo, noting votes and extended remarks supporting the superintendent while indicating a continuation on the next page.
The jury visits Mahuka Sitf Trust Company and Mealead agency hearing details in a complex probate matter. The centering dispute concerns controlled property and the government’s potential magnification of the estate, with listed parties including Charles NM Cooke and the Mahuka Trust involved in the contested holdings.
A seaside hotel hosts a dance night with local musicians and attendees enjoying music and socializing. Guests report a lively evening with planned performances and interactions, though details remain partially garbled in the report.
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