The Hawaiian gazette. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1865-1918, 1881-10-19

physicians Hawaii.
The Trades came down on Sunday, and our citi-
zens once more began 10 breathe has been pretty
gushing weather lately.
The Post-ofice is undergoing pretty thorough
cleaning Everything has been newly painted, and
the last move is the replastering of the walls.
In note last week speaking of the naval opera
tons off the coast of Chilli in 1851 h NJ. S. Scot
land Was enormously printed for ID. NJ. 5. Portland.
The Post-ofiioe authorities now present the ad-
dresses of delayed letters upon a sheet of paper.
instead Of in the antiquated manner formerly in
vogue.
We shall be happy TO receive subscriptions for
forwarding unpaid letters. Some money has al
ready come in but if the thing is to be carried out
Systematically, more is required.
Dr. Nelson has resigned his position as physi-
clan to the Leper Asylum, the resignation to take
effect on November LIST. We have not heard who
will be appointed to succeed him
A native named Pahukula, employed as a Gov.
eminent messenger, died on Thursday last; he is
said to have been the most intelligent and trust
worthy man, in his capacity, thatthe Government
had.
The preference of stalls at the Fish Market was
put up at auction last Saturday. The gross
amount realized was $3.50 bonus. The bonus this
year Is about four times as large as it was last
( year
DR., Fitch has come 70 take up his residence in
this city. He will take charge OF the dispensary
next week 1t is his intention to ride round the
island at intervals and visit the sick in the coun
try districts.
The golden wedding of Rev W. p. Alexander will
be celebrated on Maui next Tuesday. The numerous
branches of the worthy gentleman's family are
preparing to honor the day in becoming and APP
Z propriate manner.
little native girl playing on the bridge on
School street, near the house of the Rev. Serene
4 Bishop, fell from the parapet to the bed of the
stream, She received such severe injuries that she
died last Wednesday.
/ One of our legal friends says that Honolulu
iuries so tender of hurting anyone's feelings,
that they have now knack of putting their YER
diets in such manner, that either plaintiff or
defendant can find fault with them.
Her Highness Ruth Keelikolani gave Iuau to
| the yacht party last Saturday, 10 show them what
/ a true Hawaiian feast is like. Every thing went
/ off well and the party were much interested and
pleased with their entertainment.
The band did not play on Monday evening,
though it was advertised to do SO. There has
been good deal oil comment along the streets up
on the matter. II the band was going TO be used
elsewhere, 1t should not bavs been advertised.
The Steam-launch from the Wanderer, took
party to Pearl Lochs last Friday: very thorough
examination of that harbor was made, the launch
running into every bend and channel. The sail
about the lochs was estimated at nearly 30 miles.
Another slight carriage accident occurred last
Friday. A collision took place between an express
wagon and private carriage, near the second
bridge on Nuuanu valley road; result one wheel
taken off; the fault told did not lie with the
expressman.
The Chinese Sabbath School continues to in
crease in numbers. Last Sunday there were 80
scholars, 81 teachers and one superintendent
Owing to the exertions of Mr.. Frank Damon the
liyeest interest is kept up both among the pupils
and teachers.
Rev. ]. A. Cruzan, has received call from the
Fort Street Church congregation to assume pas
toral duties in that church. The reverend gentle
mans answer will be received from him this
evening 18th inst.) and there is no doubt but
that he will accept.
Rev. ]. A. Cruzan and Mrs. Cruzan and Rev. W.
j. Smith and Mrs. Smith, with others picniced on
the 18th inst, at Mrs. Atherton's. Both of the
Reverend gentlemen return to San Francisco by
the next steamer; Mr.. Smith to stay, Mr. Cruzan
proceeding 10 Portland, Oregon.
We hear that the enterprsing celestial has taken
to fishing in the Park. As soon as the Park author
tiles heard of it, they Immediately reasoned with
the gentleman, pointing out that contract to cut
grass did not cover the capturing of what fish
might be found in the ponds about the land.
Mr.. Edwin Browne has designed badge to be
worn by the Marshals and others upon the arrival
of the King. 1t consists of a silver top surmount-
in n and uDrtraif of the kiuU this hacked
by ribbon legend runs beneath. "halakaua,
Aloha" The design has been accepted by the
Princess Regent.
The barkentine KGLffat, II days from Port Gam
Bile, arrived on Saturday Captain robinson
reports that on the passage down he spoke the
British bark EmibiefoR, from Shields to San Fran
cisco. She was las days out, and the crew were
mostly down with the scurvy. Captain Robinson
supplied her with what fresh provisions he could
spare.
There will be lecture given in Fort Street
Church on the evening of the 18th inst, by the
Rev w. J. Smith under the auspices of the Young
Mems Christian Association The subject will
undoubtedly prove of interest to young
men and all are invited. Mr.. Smiths farewell
sermon will be preached in the same church on
Sunday the 22d instant
Non-temperanee principles were put into
practice by young man about town on the even
ing OF the 18th inst which resulted IN his lodgin,
in the station house until daybreak of the 18th
His mania a pota resulted in bringing others int
trouble besides himself, one of his friends now
being under arrest who will be tried this morning
on a charge of assault and battery on an officer
while in the discharge OF his duty.
Two foolish pieces of invective against sending
lepers to Molokai, were posted the streets last
Thursday night. They were evidently the work of |
some irresponsible party. OF course should such |
documents appear again. it would be necessary to |
find out and to punish, if possible the writer, I'M
der present circumstances however, the affair can
be as well treated with contempt; it hurts per-
son, who wishes to gain certain notoriety far |
more to take no notice of him than toprosecute |
him.
Mr.. Lambert and party from the Yacht HaRderer,
visited the Hospital and Prison last Saturday.
They expressed themselves as very much pleased |
with the good order cleanliness and efficiency of
were especially commended. We were pleased TO /
hear of this good opinion, for Mr.. Lambert has /
visited similar institutions in all parts of the world
and by comparing resources with what we have 1
done. form toerably fair estimate OF the in
stitztions.
Great preparations are being made 10 have the |
reception for the King rs complete as possible |
The various committees have been very busy. We |
hear that arches will be erected by the Firemen |
the Government officials, the Chinese the people
of North kona and Mr.. George Lncas. Be /
sides the arches forty poles 50 feet apart TO be
put I'D on each side of the street from which will
hang flags banners and festoons the street;
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