Knudsen Elected Senate President in 1911 Territorial Senate
In the 1911 territorial legislature session, Evie Knudsen of Kauai won the Senate presidency amid contesting votes and procedural disputes. Hewitt chaired temporarily, credentials were approved, and Knudsen was escorted to the chair. The assembly elected officers including a vice president, clerk, assistant clerk, sergeant at arms, chaplain, messenger, and janitor as part of permanent organization. (Continued on Page 6)
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American property seized in Mexico by insurgents
Washington February 15 learned that Mexican insurgents have seized money saddles and rifles belonging to the American Smelting Company at Valleficia Mexico. The seizure reflects escalating border disruptions affecting U S interests along the Mexican frontier.
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Brett Cable
Washington, D. C
Valéficia
President Taft Signs San Francisco Exposition Bill
President Taft signed the San Francisco exposition bill today in Washington. The measure authorizes federal support for the event, marking a key milestone for the planned exposition and its anticipated dates and venues in California.
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Taft
Taft Denies Link Between Reciprocity and Annexation
Washington February 15 President Taft declared that the proposed reciprocity agreement with Canada has nothing to do with any move for annexation.
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Spero
Washington, D. C
Taft
Canada
Cardinal Gibbons Named to Indian Commission Vacancy
Cardinal Gibbons is appointed by the President to fill the Indian Commission vacancy created by Archbishop Ryan's recent death in Washington D C. The move comes amid ongoing Indian policy discussions at the federal level. New assignment places Gibbons alongside other officials dealing with Native affairs.
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Associated Presa Cable
Washington, D. C
Cardinal Gibbons
Indian Commission
Archbishop Ryan
Sugar Ban Pramisco Fel 1h Teete
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a prior auction and a reference to a sugar ban matter involving Pramisco with dates or times unclear. The readable portion mentions a previous auction and mentions Ye S1 eyes yearlong context.
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Jose J Dias Bishop Street Photo at King Street
A terse OCR snippet notes Jose J Dias on Bishop Street below King Street with a photograph reference S448.
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King St
Supreme Court Demands Probe Into Abe Ru Hearing Irregularities
Sacramento Feb 15 The Supreme Court called for a legislative investigation into alleged irregularities linked to its granting a rehearing for Abe Ru. Officials said the move seeks to illuminate possible procedural flaws and ensure judicial integrity.
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Cassociahiat
Sacramento
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Ireland's Wish May Be Near Asquith Announces Home Rule Policy
London, Feb. 15 Associated Press Premier Asquith said the government after disposing of the veto limit bill will carry out home rule for Ireland. The statement marks a decisive step toward Irish self government with the House of Lords veto power issue resolved.
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London
Asquith Today
House of Lords
Ireland
Supreme Court Justices to receive salary raise
Washington February 15 The Senate voted to increase the salaries of the Supreme Court justices. The action reflects a move to adjust compensation for the high court.
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Frees Cable
Washington, D.C
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Supreme Court
Shriners Plan Welcome Ocean Excursion to Honolulu
Sunny Jim McCandless reports with Filmer in Manila control that 125 passengers and four cars will sail on the Milson steamer Wilhelming from San Francisco to Honolulu. Chiefs anticipate a grand reception on Tuesday morning when the Matson boat reaches port. Guides promise a lively program from meeting the visitors to a volcano visit and a return to Hawaii with no idle moment before coastward call.
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Honolulu
Frear Urges Prudence In Revenues For Public Schools
Excerpts from Governor Frear's message advocate using funds wisely for public schools and infrastructure. He calls for safeguards against conflicts of interest, warns that local government drains Territorial funds, favors elected supervisors who hire other officers, and supports commissions to study Honolulu health protection and land issues.
Frear's Message Attacks Waste and Urges School Funding
Governor Frear’s Message to the Territorial Legislature condemns wasteful public money use and calls for expanded funding of public schools in Hawaii. He proposes county act reforms toward a government commission, election of Supervisors, belt roads with bond options, and stronger public health and migrant welfare measures. The document outlines fiscal gains, population growth, and trade figures, ending noting continued prosperity with ongoing reforms.
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Territorial Treasury
Territory of Hawaii
Honolulu
Ceylon to Send Delegate to Travel Congress Here
A brief wireless message from Secretary MP Wood of Hawaii Promotion Committee reports Ceylon will send a delegate to the Travel Congress arriving next week. The representative will travel from Ceylon to Ohio, with Percy Hunter of Australia also noted in relation to the event.
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Hawaii
Honundt Ten Hwan
Congress Approves Aid to China and Relief Fund
Congress agreed to furnish an army transport to carry food to China and appropriated 50000 dollars for a relief fund.
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Washington, D
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China
Loan to Honduras Completed at Last Bulletin
New York February 15 The American bankers loan to Honduras has been completed. Elks and friends, including many in Honduras, will be interested in the upcoming Bulletin edition by Lodge No. 616 editors next Saturday. The issue will promote the Elks Carnival and Honolulu publicity.
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New York
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Honolulu
No Frills In House Opening Incomplete OCR Report
H So Holstein named speaker of the House this morning as the Legislature opened. A Republican caucus and committee work proceeded promptly. The Havenlian band played before the Capitol and spectators filled the area. The House began at 1 o clock with Representative Got Affonso of Hawaii present and presiding.
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Opening Day Follies and Battles in the Territorial House
The House gathers with Holstein elected Speaker amid a lively opening day. Key figures include Knudsen, Archer, Towse, Soper, and Ed Woodward as temporary clerk. Debate centers on clerk appointment and credentials as the 1907 Legislature convenes in Honolulu.
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