20 Nov 1903
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1903
Page
1
Gov Carter commission item sources show Honolulu in November 1903 with Secretary E A Hitchcock wiring Washington and asking if oath can be taken before the commission arrives. The note references taking oath of office as Governor in duplicate and commission by mail.
Report from the steamer Meuse Tawceport describes a dramatic volcanic disturbance near Mauna Loa with rising smoke, sudden boiling seas, and a strong gale. Captain Simeron notes unprecedented conditions seen in decades while the vessel lay off Punaluʻu.
The Chinese interpreter Ho Young testified at the coroner's inquest into Officer Mathiona's death. Crawford says Ho Young admitted firing the shot after claiming a bystander teased him and he tried to flee. The article also notes theater supper parties at the Alexander Young Hotel and drinks at Criterion during a separate social scene.
In a dispute linked to Father H Valentin and the Boultons a cablegram move is noted. Mr Bing and others quote statements by both father and son as testimony, with the Right Reverend Bishop Libert present. A letter via cablegram is awaited before public clarification of the accusations.
Subpoenas issued as witnesses appear before a federal grand jury in the untold matter of venters. AML members of the House and officials including Hon. Clerk Meheula and Enoch Johnagan face examination while Jonah Romaine and Me Candings are noted for upcoming appearance.
Fragmentary note suggests Treas and Kepotkal discuss cosigning with Acting Governor Carter Uily in the morning. The text is garbled and lacks clear names and actions but centers on an official signing matter and a potential endorsement or endorsement delay.
A Honolulu scene reports Clerk Meheula of the House of Representatives delivering a bundle of vouchers to the Federal Grand Jury at the U S District Court. The exchange ends with the jury’s inquiry and the officials guarding the vouchers as the adjournment and inquest proceed.
Estes G. Rathbone, once tied to postal fraud in Cuba, today files charges against Gen. Leonard Wood. The dispute fuels bitter clashes over Wood’s Major General confirmation. Senate action stalled as a committee reviews the full Rathbone allegations before any appointment is sent forward.
State Department official said the Hay Varilla treaty will be sent to the U S Senate only after Panama ratifies it. Panama is expected to act early in December, enabling Senate consideration before or after the holiday recess.
Senator Newlands of Nevada introduced a Senate resolution inviting the Republic of Cuba to enter the American Union as a state during today’s session. The proposal aims to extend statehood to Cuba within the United States, reflecting ongoing discussions on territorial expansion and constitutional status for overseas territories.
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