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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1899
Page
4
A Hawaii focused column discusses the territorial question, legislative authority, and potential federal action. It notes absence of explicit authority in the bill, reports on Hawaii’s representation in Washington, and hints at possible congressional sessions. Army pay delays and wartime land assets are also touched on alongside political leadership shifts.
Attorney Gardner states that U S sovereignty rests with the people. He rebuts anti expansion critics who claim the constitution is fixed to suit minority views. He argues the public would view withdrawal from the Philippines as unjust as Cleveland’s Hawaii policy, amid debate over handling the region.
The piece argues that most oppose ending American governance in the Philippines. It supports staying in the islands, resisting withdrawal, and using authority to discipline insurgents if needed. It notes U S involvement stems from duty and practical limits, with future actions hinging on Filipino judgment.
A report of a Burns event featuring Dr A Sinclair speaking on The Lynd o Burns and Scots ambition to reach the summit through honorable competition. Rev Alex Mackintosh comments on Hawaii and native culture. J A H McGowan recites Tam O Shanter and notes global Scots presence. Archie O, Starle of Hilo, responds to the Hilo Caledonian toast.
The event featured songs of the evening led by Judge Stanley and others, with accompanists Brnddick and Aubley. Press attendees from the Independent, Advertiser, Star, and Batterix were present, including Wright, Shingle, Helm, Timmone, Logan, and Coney. Short songs concluded the festivities.
Rev Parker recounts the death of Mary Kailaui a twelve year old native girl in Kawaiahao church who died shortly after New Year’s. She read scripture prayed with friends joined the church on New Year’s Day and after a brief period of apparent health asked her father for tea before dying, with no clear illness identified.
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