The Hawaiian gazette. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1865-1918, 1877-11-28

us Of Singular coincidence, isn't IT, The
parallel is rendered more perfect from the fact
that in the case mentioned by the AdosrfiSer,
the mule was the only one hurt, which was
precisely the result which followed when
"Vox Populi" kicked us. The "man" is
happy to announce that he is unhurt. Those
who are desirous of knowing how the other
party to the contest Jared, must apply at the
Aduey1iSe,'S menagerie.
IT will be seen by reference to the item
below that Mr. Walter NJ. Gibson is again agi-
tating the question of Hawaiian Centennial
in 1878. We should be glad to have Mr.. Glib
son inspire our leading men, both native and
foreign, with some of his own interest and
enthusiasm on this subject. Not being great
nation, of course we cannot have great cele-
bration, but no country can have any event in
its history of greater relative importance than
the bringing of these islands to the knowledg
of the civilized world by Capt. Cook in IT'S
We should like to see the Centennial of that
to us at least, important event, suitably CON-
memorated.
The CENTENNIAL OF DIsCovERY.-0n the occa-
sion OF the celebration OF His Majcsty's Birthday ~
Lahana on the 10Th inst, Mr.. Gibson of Lana
being called upon by Governor Moehonua TO ad-
dress meeting of the people ut Wainee Church,
made an earnest appeal TO native HawaiiaDs in their
own language 10 make some preparation for the
celebration in 1878 Of The hundredh anniversary
the most notable event in the history of their arch
peagO. He presumed that they would be more
| interested in celebrating the Centennial Of the
| foundation of the Hawaiian Monarchy, which was
but few years subsequent TO discovery. Yet the
latter event. or the celebration of its Centennial
should now claim tie highest consideration at the
hands of Hawaiiaus. States like individuals re-
ceved consideration from The importance aud eca,
attached to the cOmmemoration of their natal aud
other fesal days. liberal aud enlightened cele-
Oraiion of the Centennial of Discovery in 1878,
would contribute largely to Hawaiian credit abroad
aud 70 10 increase the favorable consideration OF
this little Kingdom and in much contribute 10
The permanence of Hawaiian Independence Mr.
Gibson well assured that King Kalalaua enter
tanned most enlightened and advanced views in
respect to the Importance of this celebration; and
the speaker prayed that he and his hearers might be
spared to witness II celebration of the Centennial
OF the foundation of the Monarchy, which perhaps
should date from the recognition by Kaumn-
ALI Ring of Kauai of the suzerainty of Kamchame
ha,-during the reign OF His Majesty upon the
Throne-who was the seventh in succession from
the Conqueror. After further discourse by Gov
ernor Moehonua and Others during the day, it was
understood that Lahaina might be pledged for a
contribution of thousand dollars towards a
memorial Centennial building, that should be ask
ed for permanent Hawaiian Museum.
WE notice that the Advertiser in its last is
sue, announces its intention of Withdrawing
from any further discussion of the Sunday law
question. Concerning the reasons which our
contemporary gives for this determination we
have nothing to say. Our readers can judge
of that matter for themselves. We can honest
ly say, however, that we are very sorry that
the Ad1erfiSe'' has come to this conclusion
We believe that satisfactory settlement OF
public questions can be best reached by full
and free discussion. In the part we have
taken in the matter thus far, have been
actuated by no motive whatever except to
bring out the truth, and we should be glad to
have the assistance and cooperation of the
Advertiser in that undertaking.
In its last umber, that journal SAYS: "We
hardly think that any very numerous body
G. of this community can really be got to en-
dorse the six sections so categorically laid
down by the writer in the Guzete, as an ex-
position of their views on the legislatorial
aspect of enforced Sabattic observance" We
should be pleased TO have the Advertiser poin
out which, if any of the sections :" SO cate
gorically laid down. it objects to. and to have
) it state the grounds of its objections The
editor of that journal is we'll aware that WE
never object to any fair criticism of any views
we express on any subject, but We will not in
suit his intelligence, by supposing for mo-
! ment, that he can consider such communica-
tions as "yox Populi" and "What does i
= amount to-" in last Saturdays Advertiser, a.
coming under the head of criticism or discus
I sion at all.
, The Advertiser ought to be aware that il
i has nothing to gain, but great deal to lose
by bringing offensive personalities into dis
cussion of this kind. 1t is an example which
we did not set and which we do not propos,
5 to follow. We have felt called upon, how.
ever, from time to time, to deal pretty sharply
with certain communications which have ap.
peared in the Advertiser, and may have occa-
4 sion to do SO in the future. We have no tast,
q for newspaper controversies, but when an.
anonymous correspondents, not only misrepre-
: sent our views, but indulge in positive ale
E wilful mis-statements concerning the Gazette
!; and its utterances, we do not consider them a.
| entitled 10 any consideration whatever at oul
e hands. The Yiews We have expressed on pub
: lie questions and our manner of expressing
: them will speak for themselves. Our record
is to be found in the columns of the Gazette
q and can be read by all men. 1t is record o
j, which we are not ashamed, and one which W,