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FRIDAY,
DEC. 26, 1902.
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PUBMSHBD BVBRY FJUDAY.
L. W. HAWORTH - - Editor.
'ThkSamkto You."
THE BOTTOM OF THE BUSINESS.
The last papers from Washington
and Honolulu were full of important
news bcarjng on the labor situation
in Hawaii which would have been
gloomy Christmas reading if it had
not been accompanied by sugar
quotations of four cents. Senator
Burton, who was such a teror to
the Honolulu gang during the
Senatorial Inquisition, surprised his
political enemies in Hawaii by
fearlessly championing ou the floor
of the Senate, an open door in Ha-i
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wan 10 nincsc lauor. nc wus
promptly sat upon by his colleagues
from various parts of the Union.
However his detractors in Hawaii,
It is said, feel like kicking them
selves. But the hope of more
Chinese laborers has gone glimmer
ing for the present.
Then came the report of the
Immigration Commissioner with a
provision to make it harder for
Hawaii to procure labo from
Japan. Porto Rico has been tried
with disastrous results. The Amer-1
ican field hand has also had his
innings in Hawaii and he is a misfit.
This all points to an acute pro-1
blcm in Hawaii's industrial situa-'
tion. But it also raises a broader!
question relating to the American 1
policy of expansion.
If the hoisting of the American 1
flag over a group of Islands, and I
the -application of American laws,
operate as forces to hamper or crush
the prosperity of the new1 Territory,
is such a policy just? Is such a
policy one that should be blindly
followed until it is too late to mend
the wrong?
Or, if the United States jn the
wisdom of her statesmen, sees fit to
break over the traditions of early
history and take unto herself colo
nies, should she not devise a colon
ial policy to fit the uewv departure?!
Such a policy should be one that
would promote the prosperity of
the colony, implanting at the same
time, American ideas and princi
ples of justice and equality in the
making and administration of col
onial laws. If a labor law good
for interests on the Mainland is a
detriment and a curse to Island in
terests, are the rules of justice so
inflexible that it cannot be modi
fied for the good of all and to the
detriment of none. Impoverished
colonial possessions will not prove
a source of strength to the Union.
Expansion along such lins is like
annexing a piece of the Sahara
Desert to a flourishing farm.
At home the flag is the synonym
of prosperity. It can be made so in
the new provinces, but not without
legislation intelligently directed
and applied to meet the new conditions.
iA tlVtlV JKriNTH AHAD.
vi -J: M y $
The next month ih Hilo will see
the town full of visitors. A great
many people always conic in to at
tend the Hilo racer. Then the
week following, the January term
of the Fourth Circuit Court opens
bringing jurors' and litigants and
lawyers from all parts of the
Islands. Late in January comes
the United States District Court
with new Judge, Court officers and
litigants and lawyers. There will
be no post-holiday dull season in
Hilo this year.
Ii onk has made the rounds of
all the churches this' week and
noted the number and quality of
boys and girls in the town, it will
be an easy matter to picture what
Hilo will be in ten years. If nobody
comes to our town to settle within
the next decade, it does not matter.
These children will have grown to
young man and womanhood. There
are several hundreds of them in
Hilo. It is necessary that places
be open to this small multitude,
that it may enter upon the labors of
a life of usefulness. Therefore Hilo
must expand, to take care of .'her
own.
(Continued' fro'mpagVi.)
. Hilo has had a fairly prosperous
year during 1902 and the signs
point to a better business all around
for 1903. The upward trend of
sugar is the basis for our main hope
for better times. Favorable appro
priations by Congress for needed
improvements in Hilo harbor and a
successful termination of the
negotiations for capital to construct
the Hilo-Kohala railroad, will makeN
this city the center of attraction in
the Islands. These are possibilities
for 1903. Whether they come or
not Hilo will jog along at a com
fortable and prosperous gait anyhow.
He thought the Chinese should be
allowed to go to Hawaii for agri
cultural purposes only. He added
that he thought such immigrants
should be placed under bonds, nud
in response to Bacon said he' did
not consider that such conditions
would render the Chinese a slave.
Hoar asked Burton whether he
would favor the admission of
Chinese to do agricultural labor in
the United States. The reply was
in the negative.
"Then," said Hoar, "are you
doing to Hawaii as you would do
to the United States?"
"Yes," was the reply. "The
white man will labor in the Main
land, while he will not in Hawaii."
Bailey of Texas made objections
to the proposition to invite Chinese
to come to Hawaii and then to
deport them when they becohie
skilled laborers.
Burton replied that this view was
iuspired by the political opinions of
the Texas Senator. It could not be
shown that the fortunes of the
Chinese would be rendered worse
byUhe change. On the contrary,
he would be distinctly benefited.
He would not be bound to come
and could remain in his own coun
try if he so desired. In conclusion,
Burton' made a plea for the con
sideration of the amendment at the
hands of the Committee on Immi
gration, but Penrose, speaking for
the committee, declined to do so, as,
he said, the amendment was pre
mature and also was not germane.
He moved that the amendment be
laid on the table, The motion pre
vailed, without division.
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E. N. HOLMES
Last week by an error the
Tribune stated that Secretary Shaw
had recommended to Congress an
appropriation of $50,000 for a
breakwater for Hilo bay. The
recommendation was for an appro
priation of $500,000.
The Road Board
mended for at last
bad piece of road at
corner.
is to be com
tackling that
the Postoffice
HONOLULU'S CHRISTMAS GIFT.
Honolulu has reason to rejoice
this Christmas, A. D. 1902. The
coming of the cable puts Honolulu
in touch with the world and in this
day of progress and civilization, to
be out of touch with the world is to
IRON IX TEXAS.
Chicago Men Acquire (Ircnt Mineral
Interests.
Chicago, Dec. 10. Through the
efforts of the industrial department
of the Southern Pacific, the famous
iron mountain at Llano, Tex., on
the Houston and Texas Central
road, has been sold to a syndicate
composed of Chicago capitalists.
The .officials of the Southern
Pacific will not give the names of
the purchasers, but they are said to
also be interested in one of the
largest steel corporations in the
West. The price paid for the moun
tain of mineral is $300,000. The
new purchasers will erect smelters
and begin active mining at Llano
as soon as the necessary plant can
be installed. No one knows how
rich the Llano iron mountain is, but
experts have stated that there is
.upon the surface sufficient ore to
keep a mammoth smelter busy for
years, and that there is evidence of
an almost inexhaustible supply.
Besides iron ore, the land pur
chased contains rich deposits of
lead, zinc, graphite, granite, as-
Holiday Sale
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We have so many substantial, useful and ornamental articles,
suitable for Holiday Gifts, 'that when we enumerate it is difficult to
tell whereto begin or where to' end, but we will tiamd'n few things from
some of the departments that may assist you in selecting.
FURNITURE DEPARTMENT
In the Furniture Department you will find Fancy Tables, Rockers,
Pedestals, Side Boards, Dining Tables, (round and square) Morris
Chairs, Ladies' Dressing Tables, Office Chairs, Hall Trees.
CROCKERY DEPARTMENT
Its Their Way.
The petty spiteful tomfoolery
with which factional journals
attempt to discredit Judge Little of
Hilo has a boomerang action that
leaves the Judge unscathed in the
mind of self-respecting citizens'.
Evening Bulletin.
If they can't use a man they will
consistently abuse him.
Installation of Officers.
A
Kilauca Lodge No. 330, F. and
A. M. The installation of officers
of the above Lodge will be held
on Saturday, December 27, 1903,
1. m. All soiourniui! and visiting
Brethren are fraternally invited to attend,
at 7:30 p. m. All sojourning and visit:
I. E. RAY, Secretary,
NOTICE.
1
The annual meeting of the stockholders
of the First Bank of Hilo, Ltd., wilt be
held at the Bank, Peacook Block, Hilo,
on Saturday the 10th day of January,
i3i at a p. in.
A. E. SUTTON, Secretary.
Hilo, December 33, 1903. 8-3
BAY CITY
SODA WORKS
H nfT tViA mnn ntifl nut rC fliA nrn
ttm ... tt 1 bestos, mica and traces of cold and
cession, Hilo congratulates Houo-' . ' 6 "
lulu upon her magnificent Christmas
gift, reserving part of the congra
tulations to herself, as she expects
to participate in the benefits of the
cable.
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It is not a testimonial to the
wide-a-wakeness of Honolulu if she
does not exert some influence in
the fight between San Francisco
and Seattle over the army transport
business. If Seattle steals the busi-
will be out of the line of traffic, be
it large or small.
II11.0 has celebrated the. looand
anniversary of the advent of Jesus
Christ in a manner eminently
creditable to all especially to the
women and children.
will deliver to you
AERATED WATERS
of all flavors '
Lemon, Cream, Ginger Ale,
Sarsaparilla, Pineapple, Or
ange, Strawberry, etc., etc.
Hilo, Hawaii
Waianuenue St., near Pitman
silver. Twelve years aco Llano
had a great boom on account of the
iron mountain, and it was pur
chased for investment purposes. A
large town sprang up there and I
realty prices soared to the sky. The
owners of the iron mountain got ah
offer of $1,000,000 for it, but held
out for $1,500,000.
Putting It Strong.
According to the Hilo news the
ness from San Francisco, Honolulu Rainy City has not wasted much
time upon deciding about a site for
its Federal building. A piece of
government land has been chosen
and every body has agreed. This
is one of the few times that unani
mity has reigned among the
Hiloites who usually are as divided
as, we are. Star.,
Stop that cough
We keep all the Standard
and best known cough reme
dies and we particularly reco
mmend our
White Pine and
Tar Cough Balsam
It is excelled by no other
Cough remedy and is sold by
our own guarantee that it will
give satisfaction or your money
will be refunded.
The Owl Drug Co., Ltd.
Hilo, Hawaii
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In the Crockery Department an' unending variety of 'staple and
fancy China and Glassware, including Dinner Sets, Tea Sets, Steins,
Vases, Fancy Cups and Saucers, Chafing Dishes, .Cut Glass, Hanging
Lamps, Stand Lamps, Fine Toilet Sets.
GROCERY DEPARTMENT
In the Grocery Department a few of the most seasonable things are
Frozen Oysters, Frozen Turkeys, FrpzcaChickeus, Cranberries, Almore's
Mince Meat in Glass, Plum Pudding, McLareui Cheese, Maple Syrup,
Jams and Jellies.'
dry goods Department
111 the Dry Goods Department are Handkerchiefs, Neckwear, Shirt;
Waists, Ladies' Hats, Children's Fancy Hats, Sofa Pillows, Fine Um
brellas, Table Cloths and Napkins to match, Gold Cuff Links, Gold
Stick Pins, Silver Tableware, Bells, Cigar Cutters, Tea Halls, Book
Marks, Pursest Souvenir Spoons, Shoes and Slippers, Hats and Qaps.
Many of the above goods have just arrived by the "Enterprise" and will
be found especially desirable and cheap. ,
E N. HOLMES
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NEW YEAR RAGING
HOOLULU PARK, HILO
AT ONE O'CLOCK SHARP
The management of the Hoolulu Park have
decided to give . the people of Hilo a first class
program of racing on New Year's Day. The
purses will be liberal and an invitation is extended
to all horsemen of the Hawaiian Islands to enter
their horses.
Tlie following purses and trophies are announced:
ijr i- mile free for all. Purse .'. $100.
K'W $25 f Purse to second horse. ' ,
2. 1 mile trot or pace. Best 2 in 3 r
heats. 2:18 class, for Holmes Cup. Purse. 150.
3. 14 mile Japanese race 50. '
$15 of purse to second horse.
4. mile free for all 100.
$25 to second horse. '
5. y2 mile ladies race 25.'
$5 of purse to second horse.
6. 1 mile free for all. Purse 100
$25 of purse to second horse. Hilo Mercantile
Cup.
7. mile Japanese race '.25.
$5 of purse to second horse.
8. st mile free for all 100.
$25 of purse to second horse.
9. Gentlemens driving race .'.. 100.
$25 to second horse.
CONDITIONS
Entries close Monday December 29 at 12 noon.
Scratches close Tuesday, December 30, at 8 a. m.,
Volcano Stables office.
Ten per cent, of purse to enter; three to enter, three
start.
at
to
$100 is offered towards defraying expenses
of Polo Teams from Honolulu and Maui to play
against Hilo Team.
geo. s. Mckenzie,
, Manager HopJulu,Park;
KINAU..
SALOON
C. Baddaky, Prop.
Rainier and
Prinio Beer
.bottled and
on drau
gilt
Best Wines
and Whiskies
Two Beers for
twenty-five cents
Send in orders early
for Christmas
Call and examine our stock
Telephone 38
Waiakea Boat House1
R.A. LUCAS & CO., Frop'rs.
WAIAKEA BRIDGE HILO
HAVE NOW A FLEET OF
Gasoline Launches
and Small Boats
FOR PUBLIC HIRE
Passengers anil baggage taken to nnd
from vessels in the harbor at reasonable
rates. Launches and rowbouts to hire
lor private picnics anil moonlight rides.
RING UP ON TELEPHONE
AGENTS FOR
Wolverine Gasoline Engine
Self-starter and reversible engine. In
practicability it is equal to the steam en
gine. Sizes from Ij h. p. upwards.
Boats fitted with this engine or frames of
any size to order. For particulars apply
to R. A. LUCAS, Manager.
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