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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1901
Page
4
A Wednesday bulletin notes the Federal Government will not oppose the clear will of the people. The item critiques government influence and emphasizes adherence to public sentiment in Washington.
A jumbled report from Harbor residents claims actions by the Har Astociaion split public opinion amid calls to send ships to Washing ton and fears of Pearl Harbor being reinforced. The piece argues for maintaining federal control and warns of heightened military presence and finances.
Debate centers on Secretary Charles Wilcox and the Board of Health handling of promotions and appropriations. Supporters say his actions reflect duty to the service while critics accuse the Board of political manipulation and misfeasance, with party figures and ministers weighing in on his standing and the board’s independence.
A fragment notes disputes over Nevernet appointees affecting individual standing and loyalty. It mentions a man reluctant to work where not wanted and a clash over personal integrity, with Jan Arsack's position unspecified in the fragment.
A speaker denounces vice tied to capitalism and calls for abolishing the reform by destroying the old system. He argues the only route is centralized moral reform, condemns tolerance of prostitution and saloons, and warns that neglect leads to continued corruption and weak municipal government.
Editor Stevening Mullethes-Phease cites a May Advertiser article about Mra RW Wilcox and her rank. The piece traces a lineage from Keawelkekaht Allokumoku to King Lunullo, detailing hereditary chieftains of Hana, Kien, and Walmen, and mentions Lamil’e daughter Mrs Eliatbeth Kekanian Pratt among those educated at the Royal School. It notes relations to Kamehameha I and Keana ani Kaa mani lines and discusses status of princes, chiefs, and commoners within the era’s noble hierarchy.
The document discusses plebeian blood versus royal Laumui lineage, arguing the Laumuis are the sole living representatives of the Koma line. It asserts their historic status as heads of the royal home and entitled princes by birth, despite opposition and external taint. Dated Honolulu June 2, 1901.
At a Monday meeting of the Mean of Health the secretary C L Wilcox was dismissed forthwith. A formal letter of dismissal was read as many noted the lack of reasons beyond poor conduct. Wilcox impressed with long service under various regimes and his resignation was accepted with courtesy amid a town debate over the decision.
Fragmented report covers races with names like Mollie Connor and Wayboy, listing event results and horses among a scrambled, garbled eyewitness account. Mentions Don A. Henderson and a political pivot on amending a pummer in unusual terms.
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