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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1906
Page
7
J A McCandless, chairman of the promotion committee, expresses desire for a second visit from every member of the army to discuss forthcoming events and responsibilities.
The Hawaii Promotion Committee thanks Southern California for past favors and invites continued support. Chairman Y J. A. MICANDLESS expresses pride in Hawaii’s hospitality and urges further ties, including a proposed “Breamship” link to shorten the distance. The letter invites Hawaii friends and mainland contact to keep the connection strong.
Secretary Wood of the Hawaiian Promotion Committee cites promotion work as key to growth. The piece extols Southern California’s climate and opportunities, urges publicity to attract visitors and settlers, and notes a delegation from the Southland seeking future meetings with Hawaii officials and supporters.
Article chronicles the Hawaii Promotion Committee formed in 1908 to push tourism. It details funding from Shippers' Wharf Tax and private donors, plus Chamber of Commerce efforts to expand subscriptions. Projections include $945,000 biennial budget, $1,000 monthly for pamphlets, and widespread distribution of Hawaii folders via major U.S. ports and rail lines.
A rambling satirical tale recounts editors traveling to a fantastical far west paradise. They are feted by regal locals, fed at feasts, and gifted souvenirs, then journey through mythic ports and pantheons before pursuing further conquests and facing disillusion at a final distant destination. The piece blends myth, poetry, and mock heroic travel with a cast of invented scenes and references.
An editorial roundup names numerous visitors and their affiliations across California newspapers. Monikers include Monica Banta, Paul Moore, Miss May Moore, Miss Isabelle Morgan, H G Tinsley, R Springer, Edgar Johnvon, Ray Horton, Warren Vision, J D M Heavene, H L Walsan, J DM Dowels, Penny, Amorige, J D M, M A McHattan, Helen Leech, Nellie Hagadorn, Mathewss, Bibel Powers, Grace Tower, P F Van Leuven, Virginia Stowman, Mary Joe, Winifred Martin, and others associated with Evening Outlook, Morning Union, Daily Telegram, Evening Tribune, Morning Journal, Tribune, and various California cities such as Redlands, Los Angeles, Fullerton, Santa Ana, Covina, Pasadena, and San Bernardino.
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