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Newspaper
Hilo Tribune
Location
Hilo, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1905
Page
2
In a 1908 Cheilo Tribune piece, proponents argue against taxing local Hilo volunteer firefighters. They praise the department’s readiness and efficiency, note volunteers work without pay, and urge legislators to retain exemptions to prevent higher insurance costs and preserve public safety.
The piece calls for a united appeal to the legislature for higher teacher salaries, arguing two years of stagnant funding is unjust. It stresses teaching as essential to national character formation, condemns low pay, and warns against selfish motives while urging immediate action. It also notes public weariness with tax burdens and references street signs at the Court House grounds.
The piece argues for dividing Hawaii into two senatorial districts to balance representation between East and West sides. It praises Senator John T. Brown for windward support and warns against out of town spending, urging readers to patronize local businesses and the home paper to aid community development.
Postmaster Desha arrived in Hilo by the Kinau to find a demoralized office. Miss Marlin and G W Weight resigned April 1. Madeira prepared to leave. Desha appointed Liethsen as assistant postmaster and Ludlof as stamp clerk. Madeira and Weight praised. Coast mail service to improve under new staff. Buoy replacements and fog buoy issues noted at Hilo harbor.
A heated exchange over a Hawaii county bill centers on Senator John T. Brown and letters from Geo. K. Lowe. Brown and others deny private coercion, stating remarks were made only on the Senate floor. Lowe clarifies he did not dict ate or imply coercion and that a Hawaiian letter differed from his account.
Waiakea Social Settlement reports its dispensary as a key feature with average daily calls of 30 in December, 10 in January, 6 in February, and 6 in March, mainly children. Dr Stow has assisted Miss Sloper about fifty times beyond nurse duties. only three deaths occurred, two infants and a Hawaiian woman from pneumonia. Sunday School is well attended, with weekly reading room access for children and adults, mothers’ meetings, weaving and singing classes, a band formed under Mr Carvalho, and Miss Sloper fostering neighborhood welfare including aiding truant children and mosquito control efforts. The work aims for a future Waiakea that is clean, quiet, industrious and law-abiding, reflecting Hilo philanthropy. JOSEPIINE DEYO, Secretary.
Proposals requested by the Honolulu Public Works office for constructing a One Room Schoolhouse at Honuapo Kau Hawaii. Bidders must submit sealed forms by 12 o'clock m April 24 1905 with plan and specifications fees of 5.00. Plans available through E E B Richards and K A Trish. The right to reject any bids reserved.
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