07 Nov 1896
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1896
Page
1
In May we received a large invoice of garden and plantation goods. The quality is the best and prices are the lowest. The stock comprises a broad assortment of items suitable for cultivation and landscaping.
An order requiring prompt attention for wall goods delivery within the city. Delivery can occur at any time and any place in the city limits.
The St Louis College Literary Society presents mus ical and dramatic entertainment on Saturday November 14 featuring The Seven Clerks The Three Thieves and the Denouncer Laughable Sketch New Brooms Sweep Clean and a College Orchestra. Doors open at 7 pm at the Golden Rule Bazaar on Saturday November 7 with a vaudeville performance beginning at seven.
Certificate No 105 for five shares of Tenth Series stock in the Pioneer Building and Loan Association stands in the name Jamis Kelikoh. Finder may keep the item and receive a reward. return to the signer.
A heated clash between Brick McPherson and Edward Crawford over a Hawaiian property sale erupted in Honolulu between 1 and 2 am. McPherson says Crawford insulted him and refused to pay a $475 commission, leading to a pistol draw and a scuffle that left McPherson bruised and Crawford escorted away. Both sides prepared for further action in court or settlement.
An unidentified speaker warns of arrest and court action to recover money owed, promising to bring the matter to court. The text suggests the Edward Crawford mentioned is the son of a former schooner operator with trade routes from San Francisco to Honolulu and South Seas ports, though he is not well known locally.
The Daughters of Rebekah presented a smooth evening of entertainment at Harmony Hall last night. The program featured Mr. Hughes piano, Miss M Lagos vocal, a drama by Mrs. G Turner and others, followed by dances by Joe Kenkatiwa's quartette club, with ice cream and cake served and heavy attendance by local ladies and the community.
A fire alarm rung at 5:35 AM by the Custom House guard on the Oceanic dock to report smoke near the Alden Besse. Seamen had swept decks and rubbish was gathered into a pile. smoke appeared at 5:15 AM from sealed interstices around the main hatch, a small blaze quelled by buckets of water.
The Scottish Thistle Club approved a condolence fetter to the Germell family at its meeting last night. Viggo Jacobsen, a pen artist, crafted the fine page with the Scottish arms and an inverted torch. The club, expanding weekly, appointed a committee to plan St Andrew's night celebrations.
In high courts several cases proceed with writs and probate matters. Dismissal of habeas corpus for Ah Cheong follows Judge Carter. P. O'Sullivan seeks W. F. Allen as administrator, continued to next Saturday. Dorothea Lamb sues Judge Kalua for 480.25 on note with 9 percent since 1895. Minister Damon summoned as garnishee. Judge Perry grants two divorces: J C Strow versus Mary Strow for desertion, and Loke Kapankea va versus Hiram Kainon for desertion and failure to support.
A private letter notes rising returns from three years of labor at Olas with Reinhardt and Zimmerson pulpers operating daily. Japanese planters may add ten to fifteen bags each, while John Hering and Payson Caldwell begin thirty acres of planting and clearing. Building inspection for the Opera House reports the roof and gallery truss safely supporting many times the seating capacity, with engineers and architects signing the certificate of inspection.
Chester A. Doyle, Japanese judiciary interpreter, returns from the islands with a smile and copperplate countenance. He says Kohala and Lanai treated him like a prince, though remarks reflect a wary republican era. Hilo remains unsettled, Spreckels' building stands out, locals clash, old Wilhel structures may be saved, and the hotel may prosper if wealthy residents abandon private lash houses.
The medicines used are compounded by the physician in charge who administers them. A careful diagnosis of each case is made by the physician and the patient is treated as his case demands. The Hagey Institute treats only alcoholic morphine and tobacco diseases and has no connection with any other medical institution.
Baron Evesina Benierix responds to editorial criticism and reiterates concerns about insufficient roof support at the Opera House. He claims extra plates and bolts were promised but not yet installed and cites authorities who advised extra reinforcement. Honolulu, November 7, 1896.
At a Honolulu Road Club meeting last evening a special five member committee was appointed to arrange a forthcoming dance under the club’s auspices. The appointees are Moesars Dekum Porter Mauer Trevenin and Grace.
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