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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1911
Page
7
The saying echoes a Seneca idea that hardship teaches humility and resilience while wealth can dull gratitude. It notes the paradox that trials sharpen judgment even as abundance can erode appreciation and character.
A Honolulu comment questions a Kauai dominated taxation commission proposed by Representative Sheldon. The plan would place three of five members from Kauai County, implying reduced Oahu input in territorial tax policy and urging Honolulu and Oahu representatives to demand a hearing and balance in the deliberations.
The Territorial legislature faces a far reaching choice to back private railway bonds with public credit. The Bulletin questions whether business interests in Honolulu fear taxes and schooling costs while eager to use Territory guarantees to boost transportation ventures that would enrich private investors and corporations. The piece argues for a square deal balancing public schools funding with prudent use of Territory credit.
A six room three bedroom dwelling near King Street features modern improvements including electric lights gas city water and is about twenty minutes walk from Fort Street. The property sits on a lot 120 by 128 with large fruit trees and is offered at 3200 dollars.
In a reflective piece, the author lauds inclusive hospitality at a community gathering, denounces social snobbery, and argues for merit over birth. The essay contrasts English class lines with American democracy, noting how modern mobility blurs status while warning against ostentatious exclusivity. Names include Mrs. White, Mary Hogen, Mrs. Wix-Adamy, and Lord Lorne, and the tone critiques rigid hierarchies.
A damaged relic text recalls a noble English gentleman who wed an American farmer’s daughter but died in Lake Ontario before marriage. It contrasts class pretensions with genuine virtue, notes inheritance losses, and reflects on English spirit, democracy, and friendship among neighbors.
Washington officials hailed the new trade and commerce treaty with Japan as historic yet noted gaps remaining before full realization. The talks center on a broader framework, with no immediate additional trade arrangements, while both nations seek stronger ties amid cautious optimism.
The ceremony will name Jones as Foreign Affairs Minister and Thos 4 O'Brien as American Ambassador to Tokyo. Japan aims to speed the event program and ratifications, likely within a month after transfer of documents from Washington to Tokyo. The final step will be proclamations by President Taft and the Japanese Emperor declaring the treaty in operation.
Reported continued from page one promotions for money, debate over magistrate appointments, and a proposed constitutional amendment. The Hawaii Senate discussed a bill on district magistrate residency, aiming to require one year in district before appointment, affecting Honolulu and other districts.
Debates on Waioma Stream clearance continue amid territory concerns. Discussions cover salary requests for Kau government physicians, election supervision changes, and funds for repairs to public buildings. Bills include holiday observance shifts, wildlife protection laws, and police powers. numerous names and dates appear in the state commission and public works context.
A minority report faults the Public Works head for failing to protect against floods while the majority backs taxing the YMCA CA to fund educational services. The finance committee recommends denial of the exemption citing dangerous precedent. A conference committee proposes finnetal reports. bills are introduced including removal of goods from Millet and Fateh, adulterated foods, and other measures.
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