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Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
Great Reductlon tn Tlme to- CaIlfornla

Once more the Northwestern line
has reduced the time of its trans-conti-
mental trains and the journey from
Chicago to California via this popular
route is now made in the marvelously
short time of three days Palace draw
ing-room sleeping cars leave Chicago
daily and run through to San Francisco
and Los Angeles without change, and
all meals en- route are served in dining
cars. Daily tourist sleeping car service
is also maintained by this line between
Chicago and San Francisco and Los
Angeles, completely equipped berths
in upholstered tourist sleepers being
furnished at a cost of only So. 90 each
from Chicago to the Pacific coast.
Through trains leave Chicago for Cali
fornia at 600 p. IN. and l0:45 p. m.
daily, after arrival of trains of connect
ing lines from the East and South.
For detailed information concerning
rates, routes, etc. apply to ticket agents
of connecting lines or address w. Il.
KNIsKERN, q. Z. & t. A., Chicago.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
Debs Is Free Again.

Eugene Debs, the leader of the great
A. X. U. strike in "a, is free man
again, his term Of six months inn
prisonment at Woodstock jail having
come to an end. A party of 300 adj
mirers and friends went out to Wood
stock to greet the labor leader upon
his release. Mr. Debs has already laid
plans that will keep him very much
before the public. He has arranged to
visit all the principal cities in the
country, primarily in the interests of
the American Railway Union, but com
bining his efforts also to bring organ
lied labor into a defensive alliance.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
Great Britain Graphing for Alaska.

A dispatch from Port Townsend,
Wash, says: If the British govern
lishment of the Alaskan boundary line
as mapped by the Canadian civil en-
gineers the city of Juneau and Doug
lass island, where the highest gold
mines are located, will become part of
Canadian territory. These drawings
clearly show the mining town
of Juneau to be fully seven
miles inside of British territory. Not
only that, but Chilcat pass, the favor
tie and most generally travelled route
to the Yukon mines and the principal
bays and inlets of southeastern Alaska,
is claimed to be part of Canada
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
England to Recognize the Monroe Doctrine

Washington: The President and Sec
rotary Olney do not expect the reply
of the British government TO Americas
representations concerning the Vene-
zuelan boundary dispute and the Mon
roe doctrine In time to admit of its
treatment in the Presidents message.
1t is understood the British cabinet is
now at work on reply. When it
comes it will be made the subject of a
special message to congress. There
are good reasons for the belief that
Lord Salisburys reply will be of a
conciliatory nature, either admitting
the boundary dispute to arbitration
and thus recognizing the applicability
of the Monroe doctrine, or preparing
the way for such action later on.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
REVIEW OF TRADE

The check TO general trade which has been
conspicuous for the past few weeks still con-
tinues Unseasonabiy mild weather and rains
have intensified this feature, which Is conspic-
uous south, where the decline In the price OF
cotton and consequent check 10 shipments are
held To be partly responsible But the demand
for staples increases on the appearance OF
seasonably cold weather. the result being
larger orders for woolens. shoes, rubbers and
holiday sDecialties Exports OF wheat are much
smaller than last year and receipts larger,
causing a decline Corn and pork products
also follow. and iron and steel are weaker.
Business failures Show another marked in
crease numbering 3s3 throughout the United
States the past week against - In the same
week year ago. The bunk OF the increase is
in the middle and W. stern states.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28

The dock managers held conference
at Ashtabula and decided that they
would not grant the advance asked by
the striking ore handlers. The strik-
ers remain firm.
The family of f. II. Jones, night en-
gineer at Youngstown, o., were as
phxiated by gas from the furnace.
When Mr.. Jones reached home he found
his wife and three children uncon-
scious. and before he could rescue them
he was also Frustrated. A neighbor
came to his assistance and removed
the family To the fresh air. A babe a
year old died, but rest of the family
will recover
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
BUTTER-DISH
The Heritage of Thanksgiving.

Inc herItage OF InahhsgiNsng
Our songs are sweetest for the songs
they lifted,
Our praises higher for their praises
given;
And though the freight show their
vacant places,
Heart cleaves to heart, in bonds OF
song unriven.
SO at the feasts when some will miss
our faces,
Our notes from far-off days will meet
their own;
The past and the present in one chorus
blending
To swell Thanksgiving hymns around
the Throne!
George T. PaCvard.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
Hawa,ians stnl Want Annexation.

A dispatch from Honolulu says Min
lister Cooper is authority for the state
ment that Francis M. Hatch, the new
Hawaiian minister to the United States
does not go to Washington to ask for a
protectorate. This statement is made
to refute a well defined rumor. Mr..
Hatch will use his best endeavors to
bring the annexation question before
the next congress and high officials
state that nothing else will sa tisfy the
government.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
Anr,ou. for Cr,ticI.m.

Scribbler-I always make II a point
to submit my poems to friends, for sug-
gestions and criticism. before publica-
ton. and have brought some pages for
you to look over. Bibbler-Um-yes.
of course: but why not take 1t to Nib
bier? Scribbler-Huh! He's a born
idiot The last time l showed him q
noem he found fault with H.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
Doe. Rus.I. SCENT a Ware

A dispatch from Sebastopol says that
the Black Sea fleet which, two weeks
before, was ordered to lay up for the
winter, has been recommissioned and
that the troops stationed at Odessa
have been warned to be in readiness
for active service.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28

We offer One Hundred Dollars reward
for any case OF Catarrh that cannot be
cured by Halls Catarrh Cure.
II. J. CHENEY & CO.. Toledo, o.
We. the undersigned, have known #.
J. Cheney for the last Is years. and be-
lieve him perfectly honorable I'm all
business transactions, and financially
able TO carry out any obligations made
by their firm.
WALDING, KINNAN & MARVIN.
Wholesale Druggists. Toledo. Ohio.
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internal
ly, acting directly upon the blood and
mucous surfaces OF the system. Testi-
monials sent free. Price. 75c per bottle.
Sold by all druggists.
Halls Family Pills. CSC.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28

2The elevation of Mgr Satolli to the
cardinalate will be celebrated Dec. Is,
at the cathedral at Baltimore. Arch
bishop Kahn, of st. Louis, will preach.
The mass will be celebrated by Mgr.
Satolli after the comforting of the bar
retta and in his new capacity of car
dinal
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
GRAIN. ETC.

.Detroit-Hay, No timothy. .sl4 80 per ton.
Potatoes, 10 2Oc per bu. Live Poultry. chick
ems o., &c per 10: ducks. 49, turkeys, TIC.
Eggs, strictly fresh. IL 1sc per doz Butter,
fresh dairy, i6Glsc per ID; creamery, 22g25c.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28

Like a beautiful flower full OF color but with
out scent, are the line but fruitless words OF
him who does not act accordingly --Buddha.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
lHE BILL OF FARE.

HE American sub
stitute for Christ
mas some travellers
called Thanksgiv-
ing in far-back
times, when the
Pilgrim Fathers
and their children
set apart just one
day out of the
whole year upon
which they might
consclentiously eat,
10 m nFTX
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
The sunny San Lui. Valley.

FOR SALE-The best improved
Rancho (farm) in Southern Colorado
800 acres. Address +. p. Eaker. To-
peka. Kas., or N. X. Baker. Alamosa.
Colorado,
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28

Waves exert force OF one ton per square
inch when they are only 20 feet high. Al Cas-
sin. France granite blocks OF Is cubic metera
have been moved by wave force.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
A child Enjoys

The pleasant flavor, gentle action and
soothing effects OF Syrup Of Figs, when in
need Of laxative, and IL the father or
mother be costiye or bilious, the most
gratifying results follow its use; so that 1t
is the best family remedy known, and every
family should have bottle on hand.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28

Leather satchels may be cleaned with
sponge dipped IN warm water IN which little
oxallc acid has been dissolved. Z
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1895-11-28
uov's Th,st

Coal dealers are but human, they do not like
70 be told OF the error OF their weighs.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

with apologies to Puuwaawaa.)
Late and early, late and early,
Tho potatoes doesn't pay
Tho colfee's falling yearly,
| am yackering away
IT'S either husking, husking,
And cursing at the wet;
Or the ground is hard as iron
Even Hendry's Breakers jump,
you betl
But / amt licked yeti
Corn's $1.50 now and under
And the steamers get the plumber
Not while milk is turned, by thunder
Mol | amt licked yet
amt licked yeti
IT'S drought, or blight on coffee,
And hay it doesn't pay;
And pigs is delusion-
Cabbages2 away with them, away
Whilst butter still is selling
As axle grease, you bet,
And five cents for a gallon
OF milk is all l get.
Though the homestead is mortgaged
deeper,
And steamer frsights don't get in
cheaper,
And amt paid for no reaper,
But | amt licked yet.
Late and early, late and early,
am yackering away,
My joints are growing sitter,
And my hair is turning gray.
AS my very own ole woman
Just remarked with much regret
Vreddiel things is getting wusser,
Let us go and have wetl
Tho, of course l didn't foller)
You can bet your bottom dollar,
Whilst this 'ole boss feels the collar,
That he amt licked yet!
No, not even by Olaa. He amt
licked vel.
adopted from the Queenslander.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03
NEWS FROM HAWAII.
Two Men Drowned at Wamea BY
Freshets.


The Claudne arrived late last
evening from Hawaii and Maui. The
weather on Hawaii has been very
strong and heavy rain with freshets
have made travelling in certain dis
tricts difficult if not dangerous. At
Waimea the stream passing the
stores of Akana and Koki rose with
a rapidity never previously seen by
the present generation. Two men,
one Kahanu, well-known cowboy
in the employ of the Parker's ranch,
the other, a white man who had
been hanging around Waimea for
some time and who claimed to
be carpenter-his name was not
obtain by our correspondent,
attempted to cross the stream and
were both whirled to their death in
the foaming waters, in spite of all
efforts made to save them. Their
bodies were recovered the following
day every vestige of clothing having
been stripped from them. The
Parker boys and Frank Vida at
tempted to make the crossing short
ly after without success, having
narrow escape from the fate which
- A. 49,, A. ,,.nx,
The Misses Walker and Miss Vida
are still at Mana. The Misses Parker
returned by the Claudine together
with the members Of the Neumann
family who have visited Waimea
and enjoyed mountain life.
A large number of people are at
the Volcano House. The crater is
not very active but the heavy rain
storm experienced during the last
week is generally forerunner of an
eruption. The guests of the Volcano
House speak in the highest terms of
that famous hostelry.
Collector General Castle has made
thorough investigation of the
books OF Collector Motley. The
Hilo Custom House is yet in the
hands of book-keeper Wall of Homo
lulu The results of the investiga-
ton have not been given to the pub
lie so far yet.
John Ena and family are enjoy
ing their trip to Hawaii hugely and
have visited the Volcano at Hilo.
Collector General Castle made a
test case in regard to the landing
Of aliens. The case referred to de-
serting seamen. The Collector Gen
eral held that the master of the
vessel was responsible for his sailors
and that their landing for the pur-
pose of remaining here without 500
in their pocket was illegal The de-
Tense claimed that If such rule held
good the master Of vessel would
be obliged to put his men in iron;
when in a Hawaiian port District
Magistrate Hapai took the case
under consideration and the Lurline
departed without bonds. Gardner
Wilder acted for Castle and Wake
field for the captain.
- . -
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

M. S. Levy will open his new stock
on Monday. Something finer and
cheaper than any seen in Honolulu
before. More to arrive by the Aus
tralia.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Address all communications to the
Editorial Department OF the INDIE
PENDENT to Edmund Norrie. Bust
ness letters should be addressed TO
g. @. Kenyon. This is necessary for
the present as the Post Office will
withhold all mails addressed simply
to the INDEPENDENT, owing to the suit
brought by A. v Gear, y
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Messrs. Lycurgus and Camarinos
have lost certain letters on the
down-trip of the Claudine. A re-
ward is offered for their recovery.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Charles X. Spencer, formerly fore
man in the Bulletin, returned yes
terday from Hawaii yesterday much
improved in health.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

l.. B. Kerr has still a large assort-
ment of ladies goods on hand. 1t
will pay to inspect his store on
Queen street.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Minister and Mrs. Willis will give
card party at the U. S. Legation
on Tuesday to the officers of the
Bennington.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Lui Kekumano, the popular post
Office clerk, celebrated the first an.
niversary of the arrival of young
Kekumano with sumptuous luau
at his residence last evening.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Miss Parker is visiting Miss Ward,
Miss Helen Parker and Miss Wide
mann during their stay in town.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

The Unknowns and Kams will
play hard game this afternoon,
If the Unknowns are defeated the
Stars stand a good chance to win
the championship Of the season.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

1t is reported that Jim Barring
ton, of local pugilistic fame, was
killed in street row in China.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

The Lolita dancing club held it's
usual Friday social at the Arion
Hall last evening.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

A white man and native we're
drowned at Waimea, Hawaii, during
the freshet this week.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Ladies living outside Of Honolulu
should bear in mind that l.. b.
Kerr's stock of hats for ladies and
children is the largest ever exhibited
in Honolulu. A rich assortment Of
flowers and feathers for trimming is
also on hand. Orders by mail will
be promptly attended to and goods
will be selected with the greatest
care and taste. 4
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

There was business meeting at
the American League last evening.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

The great credit sale of II. Hack
field & Co., which will begin on
Monday, will draw very large
crowd. j. F. Morgan is the auc-
tioneer.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

g, D. Freeth left on the Hall yes
terday on a business trip to Maui
and Hawaii.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

The new Deputy Marshal Rex
Hitchcock, has arrived and as
sumed his duties.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

If you don't get your paper, ring
UP 841-THE INDEPENDENT
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Mr.. Brennan has moved his resi-.
dence to Emma street on the premi-
ses of Mrs. Bush.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Look out for the advertisement
which will appear in The INDEPEN-
DENT on Monday, and in which NJ
S. Levy will tell the public some
thing of interest to the shoppers"
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

DR.. Murray returned from Hawaii
where he has spent short vacation.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

The stockholders of the Hawaiian
Gazette Company meet this after
noon.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

The French Consul Mr.. Viva
vona is staying at the Hotel
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

The Time is out and contains
much interesting reading matter.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Company g did not drill last
night. The boys will meet on Mon
daY.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Sachs Remnant Sale is attracting
a great deal of attention. Rem
nants of every description are on
the counters and draped around the
store, they are all useful lengths,
good materials and are being sold
at half price.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Co. 7 OF the Citizens Guard will
practice at Mosnalua a week from
tomorrow. The government only
allows the company sufficient am
munition to shoot once in two weeks.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Ring up S41, if you have anything
to say to TIE INDEPENDENT,
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

The Claudine brought Al cabin
and 152 deck passengers.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

Collector General Castle has re-
turned.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03
LOCAL AND GENERAL NEWS.

Colonel w. H. Cornwell is in
town
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

The band is having its annual va
nntinn
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

John Richardson of Wailuku is in
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1895-08-03

LOCAL AND GENERAL NEWS.
Colonel w. H. Cornwell is in
town.
John Richardson of Wailuku is in
town.
The band is having its annual va
cation.
Collector General Castle has re-
turned.
The Claudine brought Al cabin
and 152 deck passengers.
If you don't get your paper, ring
UP 84i-THE INDEPENDENT.
The French Consul Mr.. Viva
vona is staying at the Hotel
The Time is out and contains
much interesting reading matter.
Dr. Murray returned from Hawaii
where he has spent short vacation.
There was business meeting at
the American League last evening.
Company G did not drill last
night. The boys will meet on Mon
day.
The stockholders of the Hawaiian
Gazette Company meet this after
noon.
G.. D. Freeth left on the Hall yes
terday on a business trip to Maui
and Hawaii.
Mr.. BRENNAN has moved his resi-.
dence to Emma street on the premi-
ses of Mrs Bush.
The new Deputy Marshal Rex
Hitchcock, has arrived and as
sumed his duties,
The Lolita dancing club held its
usual Friday social at the Arion
Hall last evening.
A white man and native we're
drowned at Waimea, Hawaii, during
the freshet this week.
1t is reported that Jim Barring
ton, of local pugilistic fame, was
killed in street row in China.
Miss Parker is visiting Miss Ward,
Miss Helen Parker and Miss Wide
mann during their stay in town.
Minister and Mrs. Willis will give
a card party at the U. S. Legation
on Tuesday to the officers of the
Bennington.
l.. B. Kerr has still large assort-
ment of ladies goods on hand. 1t
will pay to inspect his store on
Queen street.
Charles X. Spencer, formerly fore
man in the Bulletin, returned yes
terday from Hawaii yesterday much
improved in health.
Messrs. Lycurgus and Camarinos
have lost certain letters on the
down-trip of the Claudine. A re-
ward is offered for their recovery.
M. S. Levy will open his new stock
on Monday. Something finer and
cheaper than any seen in Honolulu
before. More to arrive by the Aus
tralia.
The great credit sale of Il. Hack
field & Co., which will begin on
Monday, will draw a very large
crowd. j. F. Morgan is the auc-
tioneer.
Lui Kekumano, the popular posi-
Office clerk, celebrated the first an
niversary of the arrival of youns
Kekumano with a sumptuous luau
at his residence last evening.
The Unknowns and Rams viii
play a hard game this afternoon
If the Unknowps are defeated the
Stars stand good chance to wir
the championship Of the season.
Look out for the advertisement
which will appear in The INDEPEN
DENT on Monday, and in which M
S. Levy will tell the public some
thing of interest to the shoppers"
Co. 7 OF the Citizens Guard viii
practice at Moanalua a week from
FWNl
The Daily bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Hawaii]) 1882-1895, 1895-05-15
Both the Same.

About fifty years ago a halter in
the south Of England had a sign
hung outside his door, with 81.
Dodgipg' printed on it. There was
a young clerk who was in the hab t
Of passing by the shop every morn
ing. One day be went in to buy
himself new hat, aud left his old
one to be done up, promising to
call for it in two days time, aid
then pay for his new one.
Day after day went on and he
never turned up; he went to his
business another way. So the hat
ter, becoming tired OF waiting for
his money, went one morning at the
usual hour in search Of him, and
meeting him. he exclaimed:
snow, then, young man, I've got
you. am Dodging, the halter"
The young fellow then coolly ex.
claimed: "Ob, how strange! | am
doing the very same thing"
The Daily bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Hawaii]) 1882-1895, 1895-05-15
Especially Designed
For INSIDE Work On
eact0, les and Public Buildings

I, is a dry powder which can be
prepared for use 10y simply stirring
COLD WATER and can be APP
,lied by anyone aud will always pro-
luce good work.
1t is VERY WHITE, extremely re-
iective and hardens on a wall like
done and will take any tint
1t will last for years, and is UNI
Effected by gases.
One coat covers better than two
oats of oil paint or whitewash.
II can he used on any surface and
or all classes of work, even for the
inest decorating.
IL will not rub, scale or craC'', nor
will il soften with age OF discol -
II will not set in the mixing I,.Hcl,
n fact it improves by standing D lew
lays.
It can be used TO good advantage
,ver old whitewash without scraping.
IT DRIES OUT WHITE AFTER
BEING WET.
1t is cheaper than whitcwash, dura-
,ility considered.
Is is supplied in barrels from 800
o 400 lbs, also in boxes Of 100, 30
md % pounds.
The Daily bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Hawaii]) 1882-1895, 1895-05-15

A Congo explorer was busy clean
ing his weapons with vitriol. A
negro chief sat by watching the pro.
cess with eager curiosity, and, while
unobserved, stretched forth his
hand, snatched up the bottle con-
tanning the corrosive liquid, and
swallowed its contents at a single
gulp. Our explorer jumped up, ex-
pecting to ses the fellow die in
frightful agonies. But his sable
majesty merely rubbed his stomach
with evident satisfaction and said:
what! you keep such nice things
in your bag without offering them
to your friend!'
The Daily bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Hawaii]) 1882-1895, 1895-05-15
Whooping Cough.

There is no dan ger from this dis
ease when Chamberlain's Cough
Remedy is freely given. 1t liquefes
the tough mucus and aids its expect
Grafton. II also lessons the severity
and frequency Of paroxy SINS OF
coughing, aud insures a speedy re-
covery. There is not the least dan
ger in giving the remedy to children
or babies, a. it contains no injurious
substance. For sale by sll dealers,
Benson, Smith Il Co., SCENTS for the
Hawaiian Islands.