Hilo Disaffection and Island Government Grievances
Bitter disaffection fills the latest Hilo Tribune with criticism of government policy on Hawaiian labor pay. It condemns 75 cent wages for Portuguese and native labor on island road work, contrasts with higher rates on Oahu, and warns of possible secession if promised improvements fail. It also notes rhetoric on wharf funding and hints at a local herb cure for leprosy and past trials of Jargon oil for segregation.
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Hawaii Island
Oahu
Hala
Indies
Hilo
Fuegoing
the Tribune
Thut Linbane
Big Island
Republic
Board of Health
India
Hawaii
Ha waii editors overpraise capable officials
Editors in Hawaii pile on extravagant praise for officeholders who are simply doing their duty. Such fulsome laudation suits memorials or campaigns but is disagreeable during routine service and easy times, even to the honored subjects themselves.
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Hawaii
Corme High
Local Opera House Opens With Three Distinct Entertainments
The inaugural season at the restored Hawaiian Opera House offers three distinct entertainments by local talent. All net proceeds from the season go to the house, showcasing Honolulu civic esprit de corps and support for the venue.
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Honolulu
Commercial Journal Voices On Exclusive Foreign Office Stamp
The piece contends that most of the English daily press condemns or ridicules a proposed exclusive postage stamp for the Foreign Office, arguing that all criticisms stem from the diplomatic department's idle scheme reflected in its white margins.
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Commercial Journal
Foreign Office
Diplomatic Department
Bicycle makers seek higher prices to curb demand
Bicycle manufacturers in the States are reportedly uniting to raise prices, dampening hopes for cheaper wheels. If Japan starts selling fifteen dollar machines, it could leave these makers disappointed at home.
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Japan
Union Tron Works Eyes Japanese Cruiser Contract
The firm dt would boost its prospects by securing a Japanese cruiser contract in addition to existing work on an American battleship and torpedo boat, potentially improving operations in San Francisco.
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San Francisco
Union Tron Works
Conviction Call for Hilo and the Big Island
A civic mandate urging consolidation of Hilo and the Big Island is pressed for by capital citizens who seek smoother republic governance through unified sentiment and action.
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Hilo
Big Island
Nippon Imin Goshi Kaisha Emigration Plans Reported
The Nippon Imin Goshi Kaisha Japan Emigration Partnership Company, formed in Osaka by prominent capitalists, plans to send 650 laborers to Hawaii next month with aims to avoid past agency issues. Directors include Tateno Gozo Kagawa Shinichi Hamana ka Hachinabure Pajimata Soibei and others in Osaka and Kobe.
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Nippon Weekly Trade Journal
Kobe
Nippon Imin Goshi Kaisha Japan Emigration Partnership Company
Osaka
Hawaii
Australia
Canada
Brazil
Messrs
Tateno Gozo
Kagawa Shinichi
Hamanaka Hachinabure
Pajimata Soibei
Samuel Parker on Truth of Opposition Line for Hawaii
Bu Bulletin interview with Samuel Parker finds no current plan for an opposition party in Hawaii but believes such a line is only a matter of time. He says no steps are being taken toward organizing any opposition at present.
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Samuel Parker
Bulletin
Hilo
Leprosy, Rabies, and Freemasonry Notes
The Tablet notes on leprosy and Hoang Nan effects on acrofulous diseases in a two part book on botanical studies and medicinal actions. It mentions freemasons ceremonies for Judge Austin, three Bard degree Masons in the islands, and Sir Robert Herron’s high masonry rank in Honolulu alongside other UK peers.
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M. Lesserteur
Hilo
Order of Freemasons
Austin
Islands
H. H. Williams
G. West
Honolulu
L. T. Grant
Orler
Nino Tribune
Robert Herron
Dublin
United Kingdom
Duke of Abercorn
New Establishment Opens in Town At 220 King Street
A notice touts Chas Hammer's new shop at 220 King Street with repair services and contact details. It also exalts Palatoa Grocery's coffee claiming unmatched aroma and quality, inviting customers to compare with rides to the railway depot opposite.
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Chas. Hammer
King Street
P.O
Copper Plate Engraving and Printing Services Offered
An advertisement pitches copper plate engraving and printing on cards wedding stationery and society items. It lists monogram embossing address dies stamping in color or plain and quotes a price of 150 dollars per hundred cards.
Wichman Watch Store Promotes Dust Proof Walthams
H F Wichman at Fort Street advertises dust proof case Waltham watches fully warranted. They stock other makes from 5.00 to 200.00 and pledge reliable pieces. Sales staff offer help choosing watches at low prices so customers do not feel the lift.
Hawaii Hardware Company keeps bicycle trade strong and growing
The Hawaii Hardware Company asserts it will not exit the bicycle business, touts the TRIBUNE wheel as reliable and affordable, and offers sale deals on lamps bicycle shoes and a few ZIMMY wheels to clear stock. It emphasizes continuing service, cash discounts, and keeping Tribune agency.
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Hawaiian Hardware Company
Tribune
Hawaiian Hardware Co Limited Fort Street Ad
The Honolulu listing notes Hawaiian Hardware Co Limited located opposite Spreckels Bank at 307 Fort Street.
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Hawaiian Hardware Co
Spreckels’ Bank
Limited Bicycle Offer on BrexerE and Rampnens Wheels
A local seller promotes BrexerE at 75 dollars and Rampnens at 875, noting the price will not drop. Only a few 1895 and 1896 wheels remain in stock for men and women, with easy terms. Display urges customers to inspect the shop and confirm the business specializes in bicycles.
Investment Stop and The Waikiki Health Benefit
A note highlights potential savings from travel to Waikiki, suggesting that the trip yields health and strength. It claims new vigor through muscles previously unused and frames the journey as a practical investment rather than mere pleasure.
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Waikiki
Dimond's keeps goods in sight for steady crowds
Dimond's keeps bringing new and serviceable items to light for shoppers. The store offers Premier egg cups to cook and serve eggs without scorched fingers, trouser stretchers to prevent baggy knees, roach traps, a combination kitchen fork with a lid-removal hook, and cups and saucers from 75 cents to 5.80. The Silver white flame oil range is priced at 37. Inspect the range and other wares.
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Daniel Logan
Widnesday
Nippon & Igration Company
Oneka
Mawei
Newhere
H. F. Wichman
Fort Street
H. F.wichman
Marshal Brown
the Manufacturers’ Shoe Co., Sy Distributors of Footwear
Iltiawe Thorn
E. C. Hall & Son
Trajna
Monnhal
Chania
Pearl City
Ewa Plantation
Waianae
Dimond
Weor
A. W. Seabury
Bk. O
Jas. N. K. Keola
Coryist
Transnasion
Collecron
W.R. Castle
N. Fernandez
Notary Public
Orrick
Merchant Street
Gamal Flock
T. C. Carter
Oles
PLO
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