19 Oct 1896
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1896
Page
1
J. T. Waterhouse advertises affordable white enamel frames for temporary use when expensive glass or frames are unnecessary. The notice emphasizes quick availability and practicality for short-term display needs.
Exhibition notes claim some of the richest cut glass in the country. Described as genuine English cut with burnished gold rims to relieve monotony.
In Fine China offers Tircuit Jars and Cheese Plates praised for freshness preservation of crackers and cheese. They are reasonably priced and useful in various weather, though hose wear and soil irrigation concerns emerge with hose books and coverings that crack and leak.
The Yorktown anniversary celebration at M Q A hall features a program with remarks by Vice President and Captain Nathan Appleton, readings from Denis Russell Lowell and a Star Spangled Banner rendition. Compatriots and guests are urged to wear evening dress for the social gathering.
A discussion notes diverse opinions on next month’s U S election with prohibition supporters confident, Gold Democrats hopeful, and McKinley Bryan backers divided about electoral votes. Also reports Honolulu saloon sales boost, arrest of John Ashworth for unlicensed liquor sale, seizure of Julio’s liquor stock, and a District Court postponement to the 27th.
A cone of gold weighing 395 pounds 3.5 ounces and valued at 881,622 was recently displayed in the Canadian Pacific Hallway office window in Montreal. It was mined at the Cariboo hydraulic mine in British Columbia, marking the season’s first fruits from the notable operation.
From Yokohama Japanese papers dated October 7 report Lord Rosebery likely to resign Liberal Party leadership. Also noted are Cuban reverses for Spanish forces, Japanese political and commercial tensions, and shipping and naval plans amid broader imperial news.
A citizen reports finding a fish worn in a hydrant drawing ire from residents while a water works official laments limited resources. The exchange hints at budget constraints and the strange municipal mishap prompting local concern.
The latest in sad drlery and beer repairing services are now offered by Chas. Hammer at his new establishment 220 King Street. Telephone 682 and P.O. Box 393 listed for contact.
A lighthearted exchange about a dog that barks through the night but compensates by sleeping during the day. The speaker reassures that the canine’s nocturnal chorus is offset by daytime slumber.
Supreme Court with a unanimous ruling in Hawaii affirms conviction for unlawful assembly in the case of M. Carvalho et al. The decision, written by Justice Whiting, discusses the insufficiency of an affidavit claiming only diligence to obtain evidence after verdict. Prosecution and defense were represented by BE P. Dole, Creighton, Corren, and Robertson.
The HH Hackfeld under Captain Barber returns from Laysan Island after 57 days absent, bringing three fourths of a guano cargo for Mackfeld Co. The voyage took 26 days back to port amid rough inland seas. On board were 19 Japanese, with one man eater shark story. Professor Schannisland, aboard since the prior voyage, displays bird skins and curiosities for a Bremen museum.
Westminster Gazette notes a plea citing Merthyr’s area known as Chins to justify an outrage by a heartless father burdening his helpless offspring. The paper questions admitting such rationale given the cruelty described and local naming.
A J Derby D D B dental office advertises at Cottage No 100 Alakea Street with phone number and hours from 9 to 4, listing Office hours and contact details.
The steamship China set a 9 days 10 hours 11 minutes Yokohama to Honolulu record, while the Cop tie clocked 9 days 12 hours 39 minutes on its current voyage, 2 hours 28 minutes behind. The Cop tie is likely to aim for San Francisco speed of 5 days 8 hours 29 minutes, also held by the China on its last outbound.
Alexander Garvie resigns as bookkeeper of Hawaiian Sugar Company at Makaweli and plans to sail to Scotland on the Wartimoo November 24. He previously worked at Bishop & Co. bank, has lived in Hawaii over five years, and was a leading athlete in Honolulu cricket tennis and golf. He is succeeded by Mr. Guild, a recent arrival. Garvie leaves many friends in city and country.
The steamer Coptic arrived from the Orient this morning with 680 Chinese and one Japanese in steerage. Of these, 599 are contract laborers and the rest students, sinephanies, etc. All are at the quarantine station. The 266 Chinese held in quarantine since the Peru’s arrival will be sent to their plantations this afternoon.
Elsie Adeir and her company closed their Ober days season in the Japan Herald report, ending with a smoking concert at the Gymnasium on Monday night last. Many of the crack amateurs who pleased Yoko hme audiences here last winter participated.
A local exchange records a quarrel between a principal and a commercial trader over charging low prices to Ah Oute a frequent shaky customer. The merchant replies he priced to avoid larger loss if the customer fails.
Certificates for Citizens' Guards can be framed at King Bros, available from 25 contas upward. Local service item notes framing options and pricing for residents seeking ready display pieces.
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