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Newspaper
Hilo Tribune
Location
Hilo, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1904
Page
2
W Coon of the Hilo Tribune reports the Grand Jury's fearless, impartial scrutiny of Hawaii Territory officials. They condemn lax methods at the Laws Office and note alleged defalcations in the Land Office. They insist public offices are a public trust and officials must uphold integrity.
After ten days in session the Grand Jury submitted its report to Judge Little. It urges vigilance against illegal liquor sales and expansion of the Hilo courthouse for juries. Ten indictments were returned with several sealed. cases include embezzlement in the land office, liquor offenses, assault, and abduction. Judge De Bolt may end bobtail juries. Local notices and society items follow.
The piece argues for heavy bonds on public officials amid ongoing embezzlement charges, criticizing Hawaii’s fragmented government and weak audits. It mentions J A Smith and Young Republicans clashing with Home Rulers, with Governor Carter and President's pending guidance shaping recommendations. It notes land office achievements by Milo in Honolulu.
Freight for ore launches must be charged to shippers. A written order from the cape Saint of vennels, gout R. A. Lucas & Co accompanies shipments.
S B P Knox of Santa Barbara brother of U S Attorney General Philander B Knox visited Hawaii for about three weeks. He toured Hawaii Island and praised the Mauna Loa and Kinau steamers for safe, courteous travel and smooth landings. He urged Promotion Committee to advertise island shipping to correct misconceptions.
BR. W. Darling known as the “nachar man” tours Hawaii on a three week circuit. He travels mostly on foot or bicycle, sleeping with doors and windows open, and attracts large crowds in Hilo where he gives lectures on Good Health before leaving on the Kinau.
Secretary of Hawaii A L C Atkinson acts as Governor during the Governor's absence. Capitol Honolulu May 21 190g. 301
Tenders due June 2 1904 for filling the Park site on Front street with sand or earth to grade per Public Works Department. Bid price per cubic yard for about 14000 yards. E B Richards agent Public Works, Hilo. LEGAL NOTICES United States Hawaii Fourth Circuit probate estate Ekakka Kalaoa final discharge hearing set August 38? 9 AM courtroom South Hilo May 18 1904 Clerk Porter Deputy Clerk Attorney Lyman 294
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