County government issue grips territorial politics in Hilo
In this March 4, 1904 issue of the Hilo Tribune, editors urge a united stand by Democrats and Home Rule groups with Republicans to push county government through Congress. They accuse Honolulu factions of opposing federal involvement, praise Governor Carter’s stance, and warn of disorganized, ineffective existing laws and political maneuvering.
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Washington
Congress
Honolulu
Kuhio
Carter
Friends of County Government
Butt in Again Sheriff Andrews Row Roils Hawaii
The Herald attacks Andrew and his supporters while noting East Hawaii Republicans oppose Andrews. It accuses the paper and Governor Carter of meddling as the public favors Andrews and the sheriff’s department stability. The editor’s flurry signals political pressure and calls for restraint.
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Andrews
Herald
Andrew
Hawaii
Carter
Sheriff's Department
Road to harmony in Republican party favored by unity
A party rally proclaims the path to harmony lies in removing disputed issues. A strong Republican win would vindicate all factions and unify supporters.
Short Sighted Policy Hinders Hawaii Tourism
An editorial condemns Honolulu’s restrictive practices that deter travelers from exploring the Islands. It argues tourists who stay in Honolulu hotels miss the tropical appeal, while those who tour Volcano and island country return home advocates for Hawaii, urging promotion authorities to showcase more venues.
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Honolulu
Hawaii
Pacific
Rail line plans emerge for Hilo to Onomen segment
Ho nolulu business traveler reports on the Kohiala Hilo railroad. Philip Peck of Hilo offers tens of 76 pound steel rails from eastern makers for the Hilo Kobala line, rails to be used from Hilo to Onomen. A steel bridge is scrapped for a larger straight pile bridge at another site. Chief Engineer Hawxhurst oversees eight miles of grading with contracts placed in Hilo. rails from C Irewer & Co of Boston with bond payments. Grinding of the road will begin as cane is harvested in two to three months.
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P. Peek
Honolulu
Kohiala
Onomen
Wailuku
Hilo
Steet
Hawxhurst Toe
Cief
C. Irewer & Co
Boston
Bonda
Volcano tourism vs hotel clerks in Hawaii observed
The Advertiser laments hotel clerks diverting visitors from Kilauea, a defining Hawaii sight rivaling Switzerland’s glaciers and Norway’s fjords. A city bridge renewal proposal suggests moving royal palms to a new park, with Father Oliver offering to relocate the trees if public funds are unavailable.
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Kilauea
Pacific Ocean
Hawaii
Switzerland
Norway
Pacific Coast
Advertiser
Bridge Street
Waianvenue
King Streets
Oliver
Trial outcomes and upcoming services in Hawaii courts and churches
In Circuit Court cases Kuriki Kowbaro was found guilty of mule theft from Pepechee Plantation Co and sentenced to five years. Edward F. Blaisdell, charged with accepting a bribe, was acquitted. Funscoshi and Watanabe conspiracy trial set for March 17. Cramer assault case fined $100. Wise & Boss Ve Tong On verdict for plaintiff. Jose G. Serrao vs Alfred da Silva verdict for defendant. Evangelical Association of Hawaii to meet next week at Haili Church with visitors from Honolulu. Union meeting at Haiti Church March 10. services at First Foreign Church and Haili Church through March 13.
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Kuriki Kowbaro
Pepechee Plantation Co
Peter Gibb
J. E. Staples
L. Helbush
D. McKenzie
EB. J. Weight
Geo. N. Day
John Bohwenberg
W. F. McManus
Geo. F. Hall
A. H
Wise & Boss Ve Tong
Jose G. Serrao
Alfred da Silva
Wise & Ross
Smith & Parsons
The
Evangelical Association of Hawaii
Haili
Honolulu
Scudder
Gulick
Theo
Richards
Mr. Twing
Haiti
First
Sea Rovers Bring Lurline to Lively Hilo Socials
The Lurline with Mr and Mrs Sinclair and companions boosted Hilo social life this fortnight. Forty guests enjoyed a moonlit deck party, Hawaiian orchestra, and fireworks aboard. A Sunday sail to Hakalau followed by a luau hosted by Shipman featured additional dignitaries. The yacht then set course for Honolulu and the South Seas.
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Hilo
Sinclair
Sinclairs
Mr. Sinclair
Fred
W. H. Shipman
B. F. McStocker
C. A. Stobie
Lurline
Honolulu
South Seas
Hawaii Charm Impresses Washington Visitor at Honolulu
T C Treadwell from Washington DC reports six weeks in Hawaii with plans to return aboard the Ventura next week. He praises the islands over California and criticizes California for poor volcano access and steamship accommodations. He intends to visit again and urges better winter travel options to lure more visitors.
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Honolulu
Mexico
California
Hawaii
T. C. Treadwell
Washington, D.C
Notice to Mariners Hell Buoy Removed for Repairs
Notice is hereby given that the Outside Entrance Hell Buoy in Honolulu Harbor has been removed for repairs and its position is now marked by a spar buoy painted red. The Bell Buoy will be replaced as soon as practicable by order of the Light-House Board.
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Anchorage
Honolulu Harbor
T.I
Light-House Board
A. P. Niblack
U. 3
Twelfth LightHouse District
First Foreign Church Sermons March worship services
Rev Curtis KE Shields leads Sunday at First Foreign Church on March 6 with morning sermon The Holy Scriptures Which Are Able to Make Thee Wise Unto Salvation from 2 Tim 3 15 and evening talk Judas by Transgression Fell from Acts 1 25.
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First Foreign Church
Curtis KE. Shields
Judas
Wireless subsidy tied to reliable service in Hawaii
Honolulu March 1 The Wireless Telegraph Company must maintain regular open service to keep its government subsidy. Superintendent Holloway will daily test the line. any interruption costs the company the subsidy amount of 33.33 per day. He notes storms can disrupt service, but vows strict scrutiny of performance before approving January’s $1,000 voucher. The firm has spent over 6,000 on improvements including land lines to Barber’s Point and a 75 mile Mahukona to Hilo link. A recent storm damaged poles and the Lahaina and Kauai lines, with a brief instance of hail and snow near Hilo on February 26, an unprecedented event nine miles from Mauna Kea.
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Honolulu
Wireless Telegraph Company
Holloway
Hawaii
Henry E. Cooper
Public Works
Barber's Point
Mahukona
Hilo
Puakoi
Lahaina
Kauai
Here
Oahu
Noticy on Masters and vessel debts for Matson Line crew
Notice from R. P. Guard, agent at Hilo dated April 16 1901 states that neither the Masters nor agents of vessels of the Matson Line will be responsible for debts contracted by the crew.
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Noticy
Matson Line
R. P. Guard
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Tun Herald
Tropics
Rowalachilo
View
Katie
Blaisdell
SEA Rovers
Aship
Superintendent Holloway
Mauna Kea
Kanmana
Treasury
Finder
G. A. Stark
Joseph Silva
Hotischlaeger & Co
J. E. Ray, Ave
J. Ivancovich
Wholesale Commission Merchants
San Francisco
Cal
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AN Francisco
Globe Clothing Company
the Globe Clothing Co
Stone
L. Turner Co
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