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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1910
Page
7
A jumble of opinions and quotes touching politics, religion, and civic life. Mentions Obgelly as a budding millionaire, Peru as mayoral topic, and the Philippines military test, with remarks on Chinese residents and the Chamber of Commerce.
The piece defends Kuhio’s public record as honest and forward moving while addressing questions about his stance on the McCrosson bills. It notes Kuhio did not sponsor the bills but allowed his name for courtesy and would oppose them if they harmed public interests. Washington reports suggest McClellan and Kuhio’s secretary work with McCrosson to affect reporting and commitments.
A letter questions Rep. Kuhio about irrigation policy and the McCrosson measure. It urges him to stand clearly with constituents, warns against supporting a discreditable bill, and stresses the need for honorable conduct before future retirement.
A Washington dispatch dated December discusses a forthcoming War Department report on U S military conditions and defenses with emphasis on repelling invasions along the seaboard and what arms and manpower may be needed. It notes shifts in the Sixty-second Congress and personnel changes in naval and military committees as war supporters face a lean, economy-minded session.
A critical letter argues appropriations for army and navy lack public support and warn the nation risks entanglement in foreign conflicts. It alleges President taint and administration fail to prepare for national crises, urging clearer preplanned policy as Congress considers funding. The author cites Pacific and Western readers as context.
The article outlines proposals to enlarge the army with 500 commissions and to detail militia troops and batteries. It notes Secretary George von L Meyer's measure to abandon several navy yards and to streamline the administration, with no commandant appointed to Fill the vacancy left by Major General Blot’s retirement as investigations proceed.
Amid stressed naval budgeting, critics argue army and navy demands strain Congress. Figures show allocations to Portsmouth, Norfolk, Philadelphia and other bases cut dramatically from prior levels. The piece notes public sentiment, pacification hope, and insistence that the United States conduct its affairs independently while sustaining global interest.
Next Monday December 19 students and alumni of Kamehameha School gather for Founders Day. A Sunday sermon by Rev William B Oleson leads into a Monday program directed by President Horne including a royal mausoleum visit and grave decorations. A luau and musical program with a male quartet are planned.
NOW is the time to leave orders for FRUIT. The 8.8 Sierra reached San Francisco December 20 after leaving December 14, warning readers not to miss the chance.
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