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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1898
Page
4
A fragment from PUBSDAY August 90 1898 discusses American involvement in Hawaii with contrasts between supporters and opponents. It mentions Hilo harbor transfers to Professor Pritwith and notes a looming 850000 payment for an American troops garrison. The piece hints at political clubs and shifting public sentiment in the islands.
Amid mixed views the American Commission shows reluctance to regard Hawaiians as able to judge the current situation, with officials casting doubt on the common people’s sense and influence in the matter.
A prominent Hawaiian argues against copying the District of Columbia model for Hawaii. He warns it would place common people at a disadvantage to wealthy movers in Washington lobbying. He says DC’s closeness to Congress grants unequal access and undermines liberty and justice for Hawaii residents.
A historical editorial argues against special Chinese privileges in Hawaii and urges reform of exclusion laws over broad federal favors. It supports local self government, protection of Chinese property, and warns against undermining liberal principles for one group. It notes Hawaii residents favor humane policy but distrusts extension of Philippine standards.
The article contends commissary department appointments in the army were secured via political influence and warns of potential consequences for commissary men who pursue politics when the volunteers return home.
Congressional voices in Washington condemn politicians who seek favors from any source while showing allegiance to a party. The piece warns that insincere tactics and the snake in the grass approach face inevitable downfall as voters grow wary.
Government officials appear in Bogaan Court this afternoon to test the garnishee law, with Auditor General Devauchelle and Deputy Attorney General B. P. Dole representing the plaintiff and related agencies in the case tied to Supreme Kahuka.
A local electrical supplier touts complete gas and electric fixtures and serves as sole agent for Columbia Phonograph Co. and American Battery Co. They list installations for Arrylelene gas plant with fixtures, Government Light House, Hawaiian Tramways Co, Mr WL Hilt, Quhu Railway and Land Co, and Mon C W Macfare Lane’s residence. They highlight reliability, cost savings, and six month guarantee with replacement and repair of material and labor. They urge trial orders.
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