02 Sep 1899
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1899
Page
1
The BULLETIN sponsors a three month contest starting September 2 in Honolulu where newsboys compete to sell the most BULLETINS. A new up to date Tribune bicycle is the prize for the top seller, with no handicaps and all boys on the list eager to hustle. The roster highlights a cosmopolitan group of local young businessmen and eager participants.
J C Evans reports strong interest east of the Rockies in Hawaii after a trip to Australia. The Oceanic Athletic Club opened with boxing bouts, rope dancing by C Lindon, Post and Marion’s act, and lively crowd engagement. A humorous note contrasted the exhibition with local mosquitoes in Honolulu.
The Canadian K. Ltd announces a shift in ship departures: southbound sailings moved one day later and northbound sailings advanced one day, reflecting updated voyage timetables.
Tonight in the city Chandler and McPherson the classical lady artist and Trizy Coleman the dancing soubrette headline a program featuring sketches by Boggs and Hayward. The regular programme ad appears on page 8.
Food Inspector B C Shorey reports salicylic acid detected in tomato catsup and beer sold locally. He notes preservatives banned in many countries and Asian states, urges prohibition, and cites brands examined, with acids and dyes present. Signature of Food Commissioner and Analyst.
A fragmented list describes tomato catsup products from firms such as Crown tomato ketchup by P Vinegar & Pickly Works in San Francisco and Tip Top Ketchup Co. in Cincinnati, noting salicylic acid percentages around 0.02 to 0.30 and markets including Chinese stores.
After a court order and government action, 36 Galician workers released from custody at Kalakaua jail on September 24 1899. They returned to cells then dressed as free men and walked to Fort Street amid public support. Officials noted the release clears government liability though six remained due to payments or hospital orders.
Judge Stanley announced that the August Term of the circuit court would continue and all remaining civil and criminal cases not already disposed of would be carried over to the Lavender Term. The court adjourned briefly at the New Kingston Bakery to prepare refreshments for the Labor Day ball Monday night.
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