Territorial Reform Debate on Taxation and Land Value
The document reviews territory wide taxation issues in 1904, arguing for equitable state revenue methods, land value assessments, and publication of property records. It contrasts New York practices, urges reform of tax burdens, and warns against complex schemes that deter agricultural development in Hawaii. It cites attorney perspectives and advocates simpler, clearer tax rules with county exemptions and annual real estate valuation.
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New York
Joel Evening Bulletin
Cefinin
UCE
Oregon
Orngen
He Bass
Fool
Cliatioe
Wbout
Rdtven Kyon
Bny Womagogue
Atores
Curt Merce
Avery
Aimee Real
Tax Reform Urged to Fix Hawaii Local Tax System
A Hawaii meeting notes lawmakers must tackle a weak tax framework. Officials, property owners, and teachers decry high levies and uneven burdens. Lawson Purdy cites National Municipal League ideas guiding reforms used in New York to structure fairer taxation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Commission
Provin Xystem
Social Science Club
Hawaii
Lawson Purdy
National Municipal League
Chicago
Lawson
New York
Hays
Dome and Hartmann Open New Resort Dining and Rooms
The article notes Ian KikLine launching a new resort business under the name Dome with Hartmann at the helm. He promises moving service, comfortable accommodations, top bathing facilities, a 24 hour submersible service, and an attractive buffet while renewing the Hivenae and organizing ongoing mixers. Apple can honey Maye was reportedly received from a prosperous board at the popular site. Hartmann aims to keep seats comfortable and convenient for guests seeking a home-like stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
KikLine
Duate” Hartman
Br Gete Holt My
Dnn
Hartmann
Popsular
Mrr
Wil Endeavor
Democratic Precinct Meets in San Antonio Ball for Nominations
The Democratic Club of the Fourth Precinct of the Fourth District meets tonight at San Antonio ball to nominate candidates for the primaries Saturday and elect delegates to the Territorial convention. Fourth Precinct membership ranges from 1,150 to 1,200. Among New York bricklayers the lowest wage is $26.20 per week, with the highest around $89.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
New York
Exodus of Honolulu Teachers Tied to Pay Cuts
In 1904 Honolulu faces potential loss of high school staff as a 20 percent salary reduction sparks talk of widespread resignations. Principal Scott warns of departures unless salaries support retention. Miss Zeigler and Mr Armtrong are among the educators considered likely to leave for better offers. A formal statement to guardians outlines the retrenchment and its impact on teacher quality.
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Dall
Zeigler
A. M
Columbia University
Armetrong
Moor Dimenit Co
Mit
Mr. Beotthie
Fordgulur
Iit
Teach
M. M. Scott
Honolulu High School
Prince Meets Prince in Makaha Lantana Fight Progress
Deputy Sheriff Holt reports lantana scale is eradicating the weed in Makaha and surrounding valleys. Prince and Lt. Cummins visit Governor Atkinson aboard the Liguria to review efforts. the band plays as the island presses toward clearing lantana widespread around Makaha and nearby areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherif Chrin Holt
Wat Two
Makaha
Makata
Holt
Mukiua
Luli
Counin
Liguria
A. LC. Atkinson
Capitol
Cummins
Rose
Hawaian National Guard
Jonen
Senate
Crtabbe
Prince David
Samuel
Suffering and remedies cited in Hartman ad and Honolulu school tuition appeal
An 1890s collage of ads and notices includes Dr Hartman promoting Hartman Sartutarium with a claim of curing female weakness and catarrh, plus an education notice from Honolulu High School about a monthly tuition to support a high efficiency school. The text also covers a local assault where Lum Mol Kee and two others beat a man over money owed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Celia Harrington
Detrott
Catarrh
Eorto
Peruia
Ailidvoes de
Hartman Sartutarium
Columbus
Ohio
Hartman
B. Hartman
Obile
A. Benson
Smith & Co
Honolulu
So Wa Kee
Lum Moi Kee
Wong Pan Fong
Lum Pan Yau
Wa Koo
Lum Mol Kee
Naval Vessels Arrive at Port and Details of Marblehead
The article lists naval ships arriving in Boston era dates, focusing on the cruiser Marblehead and the gunboat Concord. It provides Marblehead specifications a 257 foot hull 37 foot beam 14.7 foot draft 2089 tons displacement 266 crew and 18.44 knot speed with twin screws and vertical triple expansion engines. It notes Marblehead torpedo tubes ant main armament and armor features plus officer roster. Concord description covers 1710 ton displacement 230 foot length 34.5 foot beam 14 foot draft and 3 484 horsepower triple expansion engines with six 6 pounder and other armament. Includes crew details and commissioning.
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Boston
Marblehead
Mar
Diohead
Panagia
San Francisco
Panama
Ledio
Honolulu
Phelps Jr
A. C. Almy
Do W. Wurtabaugh
Enwign
J.B. Lewis
Jalen
Davis
P. A
Bell
G. ©. Behafer
Act
Yale
J.C. Ricketts
Mach
E. H. Campbell
Withur
P. Coombs
Concord
N. F. Palmer & Co
Chester
Open weave fabric fashion for warm weather lists
The text notes thin nest fabric and cool wear for warm weather. It mentions weaving fine white and tan liste, plain and dropstitched and lace styles. Notable details include open weave textures and fabric names.
Fort Street Break–ins Alarm Wahiawa Area
Deputy Sheriff Andrew Cox reports a string of burglaries in Wahiawa area targeting Waialua Agricultural Co. workers. Victims include Horace Johnson and Lana Plummer, with residences entered and small sums or food stolen. Suspected culprits are Porto Ricans.
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Sherif Andrew Cox
War
Waialua Agricultural Company
Horace Johnson
St Bone
Lana Plummer
Johnson
Plummer
Government Road
Wahiawa
Manager Goodale
Wits
Sox
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Edler
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Henry Waterhouse Trust Co., Limited
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von Hamm-Young CO. Limited
Stirling Boilers
Burt Bagasse
Union Gas Engines
Corliss Engines
FRICK
von Hamm-Young Co., Limited
Prince
Jack
Vierlour
Phoenix Savings
Idarantee
R. Campbell
EB Pocock
Eyir
Pacific Hardware Company, Limited
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King Stecet
C. P. Perkin
Lcout
A. H. Reales
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Mr. X. Metenit
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Rotary Wilaun
Philadelphia
Hampton
Iowa
Globe
Oklahoma State Commission
Mt World
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Brooklyn Standard Union
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Lisle
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