Aloha is the welcoming Hawaiian greeting and, also, the farewell word. The Aloha shirt blends vacationers in Hawaii into the allure of the islands. Back home, hanging in the closet, it reminds of lazy, sunny days. Overall, a worthy investment. The spirit of hospitality and easy informality in Hawaii is historical in making strangers feel at home.
Tourism ranks first among Hawaii's industries.
The U.S.A.'s 50th state was admitted to the union Aug. 21, 1959. The Hawaii Visitor's Bureau, however, has been in business since 1903. Outside of business offices, people of all races wear traditional and modern versions of Hawaiian garments.