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The Hawaii Question in Washington December 1897
The outlook for annexation of Hawaii appears brighter in Washington as lobbyists push against annexation foes. Key figures cite strategic Pacific interests and shifts in European power moves to justify U.S. Hawaii acquisition. Debates include pension roll printing, Behring Sea claims awards, and party dynamics over silver and gold standards.
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Hawaii
Washington
Senate
China
Germany
England
France
Russia
Pacific
Democratic Party
Ren. John. W. Poster
U. S. Seal
Behring
Congress
Evans
House
U.S
McKinley
Gage