25 May 1910
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1910
Page
1
The grand jury focuses on automobile related crashes, negligence, and swift penalties for drivers. The panel will examine the investigation scope and aim to inform public understanding of roadway safety measures.
A chaotic report recounts Russian prisoners in a penal setting, with governors, sheriffs, and officials debating force feeding and hunger protests. The piece notes prisoners threatening starvation to press demands, while authorities promise nourishment and public notices about potential terms of confinement. The account includes conflicting quotes and fragmentary details from interviews and editorials.
Court appoints L A Thurston as executor in the Spreckels estate matter with assets in Honolulu. Probate lists an estate value around 277000 dollars for Oba Bprenkely property and a second tract valued about 260000, plus corner lot at Alukea and Merchant near 20000. Governor Frear comments on state finances and inheritance tax amid legislative session, noting 17000 tax this year rising to over 100000. Continued on Page 2.
In April local option votes across Minnesota Michigan Wisconsin and Ohio led to a swing away from prohibition. Counties including Hail, Dewar, Grand Rapids, Detroit wards, Oakland Pontine and Cadillac areas moved toward wet status, reshaping the dry counties in the Midwest and reversing several dry columns. Continuous shifts in western and upper peninsula counties followed the broader trend.
The House of Representatives today passed the bill granting a franchise to operate a railroad on the Island of Hawaii. The action, reported from Washington, D. C., on May 26, was described as a special enactment benefiting the party connected with the Van Cable interests.
A meeting in Oplonke was held with A and B stock holders present. They approved raising the capital stock from three million to five million dollars and planned a dividend payout to stockholders. The action reflects a substantial reorganization affecting ownership and future distributions.
New York May 26 former Wharf Superintendent Spitzer continued testimony for the Government in the trial of Secretary Heike of the Sugar Trust Attorneys grilled Spitzer but offered no pardon promise for cooperation Heike’s defense pressed the cross examination as the government expected to rest its case tomorrow.
An insurance notice describes a policy covering loss or damage to the insured automobile in collision with any moving or stationary object. It mentions liability for damage to third parties and cites Henry Waterhouse Trust Company Limited as the party.
At Bluefields Nicaragua on May 26 the American schooner Esfuerza was searched by the British gunboat Venus amid tensions with Nicaraguan forces. American gunboats Paducah and Dubuque are present and expected to take action as fighting between opposing Nicaraguan factions continues without a clear outcome.
London May 26 Queen Mother Alexandra welcomed Mrs Roosevelt today in a formal call at Buckingham Palace or nearby official residence. The meeting highlights Anglo American cordial ties and Mrs Roosevelt's public duties during her visit to the capital.
Probate today contends the estate of Charles Hart is valued at about 650000 with real and personal property listed in Hawaii. The will faces contest from relatives and friends as executor ARvni R. T. Clive Davie works to establish the probate while legacies to heirs are outlined in the petition.
A divided merchants group debates applying interstate traffic rulings to Inter Island transport in the Territory. The trade and finance committee favors extending the rules, while others urge caution. A report with a recommendation is expected after President Waldron returns and the committee finalizes its stance.
Voter tallies show Bevnton leading with a large gain and Mira Ravaki narrowing the gap to within striking distance of second place. Pangetinan Mink Meta and Aiden appear among top contenders as final round counts unfold. readers are urged to check page 10 for updates and the final tally on Saturday.
Special Bulletin from San Francisco on May 26 lists major league relay scores with American games showing Washington 2 over Detroit 9 in the seventh inning and New York 5 over Chicago 0. Philadelphia 3 over St. Louis 1. National League results include New York 4 over Pi 3 and Chicago 6 over Philadelphia 1. Boston 1 and St. Louis 8, Brooklyn 7 are noted among other standings.
Manila May 25 A thorough dive investigation suggests the monster drydock Dewey sank due to carelessness of nearby crew near the sluice valves. No evidence of tampering is found. Army engineers say the drydock can be raised and placed back in commission.
Special Bulletin from Cleveland reports charges filed against Frederick Kohler, the city’s long recognized “Golden chief of police.” The exact counts are unclear due to damaged text, but the article states he is charged with crimes linked to moral misconduct and misconduct in office. Local officials have not commented publicly.
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