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Newspaper
Hilo Tribune
Location
Hilo, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1903
Page
4
The August 21 1903 Hilo Tribune reports Cooper’s limited stop in Hilo and Laupahoehoe with the public unaware of a Road Board meeting held Monday night. Merchants and residents expected more time and notice to participate, urging clear announcement of future sessions.
Honolulu lawyers argue the five year residence clause as a qualification to hold office under the Torrens Land Act is unconstitutional. Judge Little comments that the constitutional inhibition against class legislation applies. opinion may influence Territory judges if the question is raised. Also notes campaign details for Republican precinct signups and club formation. roads funding critique ends with road usage and tourist concerns.
The Tax King of Hawaii hosts a visit from the King of Oahu. A. M. Brown is noted for examining garbage connections. The supply of good oak timber for county offices is increasing.
Citizens debate funding for tourism and immigration drives while roads rot and funds for road improvements are questioned. The piece argues Hilo should contribute money with a cheerful outlook, noting premier attractions and rich forest lands but accusing lawmakers of starving the island of appropriations.
J T Stacker, Sheriffs Privy Counsellor, says J A Andrews will not run if William Todd or a strong candidate seeks the office. The claim sparks talk of public dissatisfaction and calls for better public works as East Hawaii questions lagging state funding.
A Pacific Coast coffee shipment fails on appearance though its dip quality pleases tasters. The piece mocks dealers who treat coffee beans as parlor ornaments or poker chips and suggests a future for real coffee from Hawaii if consumers accept it as a beverage.
The Hawaii Herald is restructuring its editorial format by adopting elements from the London Times and Maui News editorial pages, signaling a shift toward a more centralized, conventional opinion section. The move blends influences from both papers to shape its voice and presentation.
An Independent editorial jokes that Hilo will demand more than a breakwater, predicting within six months a higher breakwater and a railroad to San Francisco, labeling locals as grasping Hiloites.
A sanitary inspector presents a city oriented plan to curb mosquito breeding. Focused on town areas, we will not wipe out all mosquitoes but reduce numbers by cleaning yards, draining pools, destroying larvae with kerosene, and guiding residents on prevention. Work starts immediately from a central base and aims to create a dedicated fund for ongoing efforts. No special appropriation exists. motto remains No stagnant water.
Dr. Russell laments judicial overreach of the Tax Appeal Board. He condemns government-appointed judges, urging reform on American lines. He notes recent decisions on unimproved forest land and sugar plantation lands and warns that power breeds more power, while calling for lasting change. The sermon marks Eleventh Sunday after Trinity with Holy Eucharist and services.
Honolulu Aug 15 The Attorney General has not yet submitted an opinion but Andrews says the governor cannot subdivide precincts for convenience at county elections. the matter is, he asserts, practically settled that such subdivision is beyond the governor’s power.
James D. Lewis, member of the House of Representatives from Hilo, was admitted to practice law in the District Courts and before Circuit Judges at Chambers by Judge De Holt this morning on motion of T. McCants Stewart and with endorsements from B. C. Winston and W. H. Coney.
A critical analysis denounces the recent Supreme Court decision as revenge driven and politically motivated. The piece condemns the majority for disbarment and suspension actions, praising Justice Galbraith’s dissent and questioning the integrity of Chief Justice Frear and Justice Perry.
Detailed notices invite Republican residents of Hilo precincts to attend meetings at Papaikena and Hilo venues to fill vacancies, organize precinct clubs, and nominate county committee members. Dates span August 1903 and August 1905 with primary election plans and designated counts of committee seats.
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