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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1910
Page
5
Honolulu voters face a peaceful election day with Republicans expected to win by a large majority. Democrats are accused of petty tricks, but the community remains calm as it decides between Republican progress and Democratic retrogression under a move toward statehood.
A pro local commerce plea argues that spending at Honolulu shops sustains city prosperity by keeping money within the community. It warns that shopping in mainland and mail order houses hurts local tax base and employment, urging residents to support home businesses to ensure growth and loyalty.
Reports say a group of Democrats insulted the U S flag at the Awla Park gathering last night. A torch was applied to the flag and another banner was burned while bystanders were threatened. A Republican transparency was torn and burned in a separate area as onlookers tried to protect symbols.
An early 20th century advertisement fragment urges readers to promote sales through The Bulletin. It touts expanded selling power and promises a calling ad representative at phone number 2256 to quote rates. The text reflects bustling local commerce and promotional culture of the era.
Report from page three notes Republicans claim strong ticket support in Ninth Fort Beretania precinct with Jarratt and McCretlan possibly excluded. Voters arrived by auto as turnout rose before noon and both parties’ watchers remained active at police stations. Tenth Precinct Nuuanu Bates shows Democratic edge unclear with many workers handling ballots and election staff on duty.
Fragmentary report shows Republican challenger activity amid voter turnout at 10th Precinct Kullidwuena School. Observers note tense differences among candidates and supporters, with Democrats seen as weaker in this section.
In PIPTH DISTRICT Mth Precinct Kuliht Puneplag Station Republicans led the precinct as recorded by 480 voters with 140 tallied by 11 20 o clock. The Republican camp held the lead while Democrats proposed their own candidates according to some Democratic runners.
Early voting reports show Republicans leading in multiple precincts with Democrats largely absent at the polls. In Preemet-School and Liha Streets a Republican majority appeared likely as 170 of 490 votes were counted. Nearby precincts also favored Republicans with predictions of county attorney and sheriff races leaning Republican.
The McIntyre Building showed a quiet scene as City and County of Honolulu offices opened for business amid a calm, orderly mood. County Attorney Cathuirt and Deputy Mil verton and Brown were among few staff. building, plumbing permits and inspector Molistein’s office saw visitors who sought permits and services.
City and county officials convene this evening to review routine matters and major department events. Key topics include urban development and fiscal outlook as several committees report progress and projected deadlines.
At a city hall session Mayor Fort appeared peeved as the board discussed the monthly convenings. Bertvenburgh protested over fate while Quins man faced possible recall as the meeting adjourned. Quinn pledged not to push pay ordinances during colleagues' absence.
Jack Scully of Savoy Theatre offered a thousand dollars to fund Richard Trent's campaign or a portion thereof, seeking a Democratic-leaning backer. By noon no takers were found, despite hopes of support from Antareh faction members. Five hundred dollars was also sought from John Lane with The Horn bank but remained uncommitted.
Mr. Maraelis Chirk Parsons of the Parson Trading Company in New York recalls his 18 year ago visit to Hosnolulo when he toured the world. He notes changes since arrival, praising the city’s transformation from a slow town to a bustling American hub, and reflects on the progress seen along Twine street. He credits Americans for the town’s recent growth and vitality.
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