Labor Day Speeches Amid Hawaii Debate on Protection
The text argues for American labor interests in Hawaii and Hawaii's sugar industry, urging protection for American mechanics and sailors. It cites Japanese labor first as a competitor, recalls past labor shifts, and condemns foreign competition while urging policy that favors American workers in shipping and plant labor. It references political figures, unions, and calls for more American control of land and labor markets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porto
Mawaii
Mugar
Doe Gannon
United States
Hawaii
Johor
Voice of Labor On Shipping Matters Declares Marine Policy
The essay argues for stronger American merchant marine protection amid calls to suspend coastwise laws. It blames Congress for neglect and warns that Japan may replace American ships without firm policy, quoting marine engineer perspectives and mentioning Port Arthur. Several voices, including a veteran Brown, reflect on shipyard labor and wartime history.
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Mawali
Theselands
Amwciean
Anwrican
Tn Nmber
Hemowne
Japanoee
Speaia
Amerine-Dite
Vin Brown
Port Arthur
Marine Engineers Oppose Coastwise Shipping Suspension
A Honolulu reader argues that Hawaiian coastwise shipping laws protect American sailors and vessels, warning that suspending the policy would force American engineers from Hawaii and invite Japanese competition. The piece supports continued enforcement of coastwise rules as protecting wages, ships, and national interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bowe
Washington
Hurbau of Commerce
Ben
Hawaii
Pacific
Residents Oppose Whim to Limit Travel and Licenses
The passage argues against restricting travel and licensing for foreigners, asserting residents and workers deserve stability. It warns that forcing tighter controls would remove protections under current licenses, expose locals to competition from alien labor, and undermine national balance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taland
Fragmented 1900s Report Mentions Barehfeld and Marine Agent
An unclear note cites Congressman Barehfeld of Pennsylvania in San Francisco about congressional action and a Marine Engineer in Honolulu. a separate line reports Albert Hirt found dead by hanging in Mineola with a hidden body in the rafters and a $2 14 amount cited.
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Barehfeld
Pennsylvanis
San Francisco
Congres
Rakineera
Marine Enqinera
Honolulu
Albert Hirt
Mineola
Tet
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Havoluis
Tom L. Johnson
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Lineata
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Deland
Voice OF Labor
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Ters
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Alexander Young
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Waterhouse Trust
College Hill
Manoa Valley
Panahou
Beretania St
Waikiki Beach
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Ehlers
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Frederic Bell
Hawaiian Hotel
Janai
Mrs. Bell
Royal Hawaiian Hotel
Royal Hawaiian Opera House
MR. W
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Charles Bennett
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Bergstrom Music Store
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