27 Sep 1902
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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1902
Page
1
The opening of court featured the swearing in John Thomas De Bolt as First Judge of the Circuit Court, First Circuit, Hawaii. Judge Robinson announced the commission and oath, with witnesses and clerks reading documents, while cases moved to continuances and evidentiary challenges in the Police Court proceedings regarding the Wright matter and related Public Works payments.
The court addressed a divorce case and noted service issues on a peremptory writ. The Attorney General and P. Dote fail to serve, while the Fire Claims Commissioners may need to amend awards following insurance decisions. W. C. Smith, administrator of James M. Axtill’s estate, filed final accounts and seeks discharge with a balance due of $1,197.08 after specific payments.
The Fifth District Home Rule group faces a serious rift as Tongae Monwa remains on the ticket against Wing Mossman. Petition signatures circulate within the district urging the district committee to eject Monwa, signaling a likely irreparable split among Manuman supporters and party loyalists.
Fire department responded to a false alarm from box 128 at Makiki Lunalilo streets. A native boy turned in the alarm after finding the box left open. Chief Thurston lectured the boy and released him.
A Monday session touched on publicity strategy for Auditor Austin and the defense’s stance on whether they favored publicity in proceedings. The discussion centered on open access to information and the potential impact on public perception.
Members of the Tax Appeal Court and Tax Assessor J. W. Pratt, with appellants, rode in a wagonette yesterday and today to view the disputed portion. No decisions have been made by the court yet.
The narrative from Tokyo describes Lieutenant Akimoto and Japanese marines reasserting claim to a Pacific island after Rosehill's ship reached the spot from Honolulu. The exchange centers on who truly holds Kasagi area near Yokosuka and Minami Torijima, with implications for sovereignty and naval presence.
Captain Rosehill, after learning from Colonel Buck and a Japanese official, agrees to remain anchored briefly for scientific work by William Bryan and T. F. Sedgwick. Two scientists ashore with guards collect natural history objects on the island under limited daily visits. The party includes a Shinshu native interpreter aiding the scientists, and the Julia A, Wha Yon departs after a week, marking the end of a long, financially costly voyage with mixed sentiment from Japanese officials and settlers.
Special policeman stood at the Audit office entrance all forenoon guarding Auditor Herbert C. Austin who had been suspended by the governor. Austin, arriving at nine, was barred by two policemen and planned to return with High Sheriff approval to retrieve his papers. No force used. Austin was escorted out under verbal orders and peace was maintained. Reginald Vanderbilt noted as a family writer with literary aims. the piece mentions salaries including a 24,000 annual figure for an author and a monthly wage reference for Jan de Toseke in the United States.
A detailed report from the Home Rule headquarters outlines a large torch procession in the island of Oahu. Twelve hundred torches will be carried by supporters, with two delegations forming a Northern and Southern Brigade to meet in Kapar ata and Kakan ko. The march proceeds from Maunukea Street to Noima Square, starting at 7 20. Native Hawaiian musicians lead the parade followed by Home Rule candidates and speakers including Teles kate Wilcox and Senator Kulauokalani. The event emphasizes registration rules and a brief speaking program ensuring a concise finish.
The foothill men show activity and a Monday meeting for the H A C team with Fo Brooks guiding. The Punahous have no games until after Monday night when the season start is decided, while The Males prepare to surprise rivals. Corey Moree noted as a highly scientific player.
The afternoon polo game features Herald Castle at No 1 for the Blues. Daron and Potter replace Judd, who moves to the Whites, with Irvine Shingle Judd and Brown in White, Erdman sub. Hiney Dole Dillingham Patter and Castle in the lineup.
The funeral of Inte FW McChesney was held yesterday from the late home on Wilder avenue with many friends in attendance. Rev J Birdman officiated and interment followed at Nuunavale Joy cemetery. Pallbearers were W W Hull G J Waller A B Murphy H J Gallagher J S Walker and L J McCandless.
Prince Cupid Republican nominee for Tidegate to Congress tours Hawaii touring Maui Kohala Kau Hilo Waimea and Laupahoehoe with crowds at Milo Harakoa Kukona Kohala Waimea and Kohala court house. Home Rule opponents disrupt some meetings but crowds respond with enthusiasm. After Kona tour he heads to Manih.
Amana, the Chinese clerk in the Tax office, has been suspended pending investigation of charges preferred by no taxpayers of this nationality. Tax Assessor Pratt says there is not a scrap of evidence, including tax receipts, to substantiate the charges. Amana denies any wrongdoing and says he acted in duty until the case is fully investigated.
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