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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1896
Page
4
The Evening Bulletin discusses the challenge of appointing a chief superintendent to the Molokai Leper Settlement. It notes the difficulty of finding a willing resident for the harsh post and questions whether Meyer, described as practical and well-meaning, should be replaced given his apparent dedication to the settlement’s welfare.
Curiosity grows over Samoa as natives show wavering faith in war chief rule. Tomasexe’s proclaimed kingship sparks rivalries with Malietoa at Anna, with reports of limited support and Tamasese possibly exiling to Tonga. If Samoans turn to peaceful industry, the three Powers may let them shape their destiny, while the Leper Settlement awaits relief from a responsive Legislature.
Elsewhere will be found summaries of recent Supreme Court decisions of interest to lawyers and lawmakers as well as the intelligent reader.
Police court lingers over embezzlement charge against 5. K. Aki set for tomorrow. Conspiracy cases proceed May 1. Leo Sing pleads not guilty. trial set for February 2. One drunk forfeits bail. J. Tarvash discharged for habitual truancy. Akane to be tried February 2 for furious driving. Tonight the Price Burns group closes, with a new bill featuring Sam Rowley. Rowley, arriving on the Alameda, remains for a Hawaii engagement after being invited by the Hawaiian Circus.
Rep Bond questioned renewal certainty of the Liquor Commission and asked if the current report would survive beyond the session. Minister Cooper predicted the next Legislature would revisit it if desired. The report was adopted. Bond’s motion to consider a new Liquor Commission was defeated as the session adjourned at noon.
Chas E Kempster writes from the Queen's Hospital to the editor praising Dr Herbert for a treatment. He states he suffered a paralytic stroke two years ago and lost his voice, not speaking until after an operation on April 19 this year. His speech has gradually returned since then.
Figures from the Tax-Assessor show registrations by category today with Japanese 426, Foreigners 361, Hawaiians 244, Chinese 239, Portuguese 14, Various 8. Also contains multiple small ads for Washington Feed Co and City Carriage Co, beers at Criterion, and a promotional note for Seattle Brewing Co malt, plus an ad for Bergarsen’s product at King and Bethel streets.
Rental list itemizes properties on Queen Street King Street Fort Street Esplanade Young Street and School Street. Describes a cottage of four rooms with pantry and bath rented per month and a house near Fort with dining and table facilities.
Advertiser seeks a central house with three or four bedrooms and a hot Salt Cottage with three rooms suitable for office use. Also looks to purchase a residence near Thomas Square or Lunalilo, nine to ten rooms, and a Makiki area lot. Seeks a large vacant lot, 7 by 1 foot or more, 15 acres of coffee land with two year old coffee plants, and a business-for-house-and-lot trade valued at about $2500.
A coast newspaper notes a shift in bicycle trade as dealers report women riders driving growth. Five Tribune Ladies Wheels, racers and Gent's roadsters arrive from the factory with new cuts, plus a wide range of cutlery and knives for various uses.
The Hawaiian Hardware Co Limited lists its office at No 307 Fort Street opposite Spreckels Bank guiding customers to the retail store location and contact point in the neighborhood business district.
Last Week's Steamer showcases enameled red and blue chatelaine watches set with or without diamonds, many with gem set bridges and lively designs. Prices range from 850.00 and up for pure high grade pieces, with affordable options like a non magnetic silver watch at 14.00. Our agency offers exclusive Swiss designs and timekeeping that cannot be matched.
A Honolulu notice uses a health water report to sell life insurance and cemetery plots. It promotes a cylindrical stone water filter called the Success and analogizes to avoiding Bright's disease or fever by filtration. Also advertised are Gurney refrigerators with water tanks and taps for filtered water.
No. 10 Fort Street has purchased the business from the Waterhouse estate and will operate it under the new owner’s name. Gratitude is extended to patrons for previous patronage during the Reeniyive years. A full line of dry goods and fancy goods will be kept at lowest prices.
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