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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1909
Page
1
Labor unrest dominates Maui and Oahu reports as strikebreakers for the Ohlit plantation appear unnecessary. Meads labor party winds through the station with songs and cheers while workers applaud payments and jobs, and a large Hawaiian crowd gathers to honor Mead before the group disperses.
The Lloyd versus Territory dispute reaches the Supreme Court for final hearing on October 4. The issue hinges on extra service claims by a stenographer and whether the work falls within regular service. The Court previously reviewed a demurrer, which was not sustained, and now considers the Territory brief for resolution.
War Department said construction would soon start on an army post at Honolulu, possibly Fort Shafter linked to Ringen post or WalkIkt barracks, with speculation of a permanent post at Lalehan. In Rochester Minnesota Johnson is reported to be dying after hernia surgery while Governor Johnson recently recovered from a fall.
Slukes San Francisco reports on yesterday’s results with several scores listed. Cincinnati and St. Louis games show varied outcomes as teams like Pittsburgh and Brooklyn post victories while Philadelphia and Chicago register losses. Players named include Cobb and Summers amid sparse attendance notes.
A hurricane sweeping into Pinar del Rio and surrounding gulf coast areas causes extensive damage. Reports indicate a million dollars in destruction and ongoing threats from the storm as authorities assess the situation and brace for further impacts.
Washington dispatch reports seismic activity with a quake record noted in this city. A cleared area since morning finds stability despite distant tremor readings spreading across four thousand miles. Authorities urge caution and monitoring.
In fragmented remarks, Harry Armtage notes a European beet crop near one million tons short, signaling tighter sugar supplies. He cites recent price volatility, questions about Oxnard factory outputs, and emphasizes the Sugar Trust as a central factor shaping the market.
A promotional notice urges cheap home and personal insurance to ease worry about fires. It emphasizes repeated exclamations about danger near homes and promises affordable coverage to escape fear.
Chief USGS hydrographer Leighton reports after a May 1909 Washington visit on Hawaii land and water resource needs. He cites a territorial push for a non discriminatory land policy, funds, and swift action, noting issues with Treasury allocations and territorial independence in water investigations.
Hampton Roads Sept 20 The Atlantic fleet waited in full force for New York where it will take part in the great international naval and mercantile marine demonstration on the Hudson River with the station jonce.
In Tokio on September 20 the Japanese cruiser Idsuma sailed toward Gen Ppaarine near Honolulu. The Shima with Ideums bears will represent Japan at the Portola Festival honoring San Francisco's rehabilitation and the International assembly.
Japanese Consul General Uyeno shows improvement after injuries. Secretary Ito and Dr Kataki attend him at his official residence on Nutanw Street. Nagamoto the coachman also improving while Constable Connul’s carriage crash case proceeds in Polton Court with A M Robertson defending until September 24.
A witness testified about mob violence during a clash with police on the day of the Walpabu incident. Robinson described objects, slings and strikes hurled at officers and the arrest scene as prosecutors aim to prove a concerted assault rather than lone acts by strikers. The testimony, including accounts from interpreter Murie ma and others, supports the defense’s challenge to the extent of individual responsibility.
President Taft addressed a large gathering urging creation of an Interstate Commerce Court to handle revision of anti-trust laws, calling for a strong federal mechanism to regulate commerce and curb monopolistic practices.
News daze with scattered items from San Francisco to Hawaii. Notes mention Governor Frontenac receiving a terror from Dr. Tempent Anderson now in Canada, Hawaii canoes well received at Ontario, and Chalmers A. Graham touring the Orient and staying in Maui a month. A divorce decree in San Francisco involves Flora Aja Jugainat Jame Ayme, and Judge Robinson hears real estate sale and railroad activity with R. W. Filler reporting.
Mrs Scott files suit against Babbitt alleging breach of duty within the Department of Public Instruction. The complaint cites years of service and multiple supervisory reviews, plus alleged unfavorable reporting following a conduct review. Continued on Page 3.
Report from the volcano notes rising lava activity at Ailauea with tremors and increased steam. Observers record lava near the crater, with ongoing motion and possible overflow toward surrounding areas as authorities monitor the situation.
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