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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1911
Page
7
A jumble of editorials and letters questions tax rates and public spending. It argues for clear budget accounting, saving on wasteful expenses, and transparent reporting of how money is spent, noting health board and reclamation costs and urging practical businesslike management.
The message says Motty can count on Honolulu residents if he leads the effort with vigorous action. It emphasizes practical support from the people rather than anger or attacks on opponents. The tone encourages decisive, energetic leadership to push forward the project.
The piece praises Congress for possible adoption of a resolution on public lands for education in Hawaii and other states. It argues Texas and Minnesota earned funds from public lands for state universities and urges Hawaii be treated the same. It calls for dedicating land and water leases to education and health, urging Congress to act decisively.
A call for volunteers to inspect sanitation in districts is proposed to educate residents and expose poor conditions. It argues that mobilizing locals from homes and offices could reveal neglect, improve cleanliness, and spark a citywide reform akin to past efforts, with inspectors visiting neighborhoods and reporting back.
The Honolulu health department will be led by two former Territorial Board of Health members. The piece stresses firm administration, efficient staffing, and nonpolitical performance to restore public health standards and port sanitation. It warns against favoritism and calls for competent appointees based on merit.
One million dollars in sanitation bonds for Honolulu appear tied to the loan bill now pending in the Legislature. Supporters say approval would show lawmakers value a cleaner city and effective cleanup efforts for Honolulu.
The document outlines willingness to provide aid in a workable manner for immediate use. It discusses phased funding, a plan for reclaiming the city of Honolulu, and concerns over rapid growth and rising responsibilities in the Pacific region. It notes uncertainty over timing and the need to act to address pressing demands.
The text describes a call to raise money and invest in sanitary work to reclaim and improve the old town, arguing a large sum is a drop in the bucket and urging residents to avoid delays and instead support immediate efforts to clean up and secure future benefits. It mentions implementing cleaning plans, upending neglect, and using funds as a guarantor for better conditions.
Supervisor Murray urges appointing woollee as sanitary inspector while debating whether police or health department should handle sanitation. He warns splitting duties risks blame games and inefficiency. Notes about local theater event and royal stage acts contrast with the policy discussion.
The Empire Theater hosts Elke tonight offering a carnival themed program. The event features local entertainers and aims to provide a lively evening for attendees.
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