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Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21
LETTERS ON TIMELY
r. TOPICS
4 QUESTION FOR FISHER.
Editor Honolulu Star-Bulletin,

Editor Honolulu Star-Bulletin,
Sir:-I would like to suggest tina
while Secretary Fisher is questioning
all concerned" here in Hawaii on thu
why and wherefore OF things, especial.
ly territorial, that he oblige mysel
and 19I, 906 other people of Hawaii
1.-THE population is 1871 ,909l, by asking
the Governor why he has not appoint
ed a superintendent of public works
for the territory.
Marston Campbell's term of office
expired many months ago. He is
now engaged with the Honolulu Iror
Works, giving his time to that corDor-
alton, and located in an office az the
iron works. for which he is paid a
salary by the private concern.
At the same time he is drawing a
salary in the neighborhood of $500 per
month from the territory, with the Of
flee of public works turned over to a
clerk, and from which the public is
getting little benefit.
Does the Governor think that there
is not another combination for eff
cheney Tor inefficieney) like Camp
bell and the public works department
to be found in the territory. If So
perhaps he is right.
The people would very much like to
hear the Governors explanation:
s.u e. .s-'4.s I LANTANA.
Honolulu, Sept 81, 1912.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21
PERSONALITIES

SAM PARKER. JR., came in from
Hawaii to take in the Regatta Day
stunts
R. r. ELGIN of the Hawaii Railway
is visitor to Honolulu today. He ar
rived In the Mauna Kea
+ l.. L. McCANDLESS is back from a
political tour of Maui and the island
OF Hawaii. He returned in the steam
er Mauna Kea this morning.
MRS. CARL H. NIEPER and child
are leaving IN the Sierra for the
Coast. where Mrs. Nieper's mother is
seriously i'll.
REV. F. s. SCUDDER war among
the returning passengers in the Inter
island steamer Mauna Kea. from nilo
and way ports this morning. T. !.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21
i WORK FOR The LEGISLATURE

There are many good planks in the Repub.
lican county platform, but one good plank was
Knocked out when the platform went from com
mittee to discussion by the convention.
The plank that by all means should have been
retained, and for which a hard fight should have
been made by the. platform committee, is that
which read as follows:
"Ne therefore favor a undermining of ouI
laws concerning the opening of new streets and
the laying Of permanent payements and side
walks by the adoption of the principle of local
assessments upon initiative Of the property own
ers, upon equitable terms .
The local assessment plans for municipal inn
provements of the kind mentioned is the modern
plan, and every modern American city, SO far
rs this paper is aware, has adopted the plan.
There is not the slightest question that honolulu
should be given the power by the Legislature to
carry out its contemplated improvements in this
manner.
There seemed to be in the county convention,
when this plank was under consideration, an I'M
dercurrent Of feeling that the local assessment
plan is designed to put an unfair burden on the
individual property-owner. The truth is just
the opposite The individual property-owner
does share in the cost Of the improvement, but
only insofar as he is actually benefited by it, and
the expense is settled by a competent grade COM
mission or something of the kind.
The great advantage in the local assessment
plan is that any portion of the community at
any time. may demand and receive improve
ments, while the payment is usually distributed
over five or ten years.
Under this plan no section of the community
is at the mercy of the board of supervisors in Sc
curing improvements The initiative lies with
the property-oYners.
That the plank was stricken from the plat
form is no reason why the next legislature
should not pass the necessary law authorizing
the operation of the local assessment plan by the
city and county Of Honolulu. The plank came
before the convention at a time when the dele
gates we're unwilling to spend either effort or
attention on such measures The delegates were
rushing through the platform to get to the nomi.
mating of candidates. Little consideration was
given the merits of the suggestion.
The STAR-BULLETIN trusts that the Repub-
lcan candidates will weigh these conditions.
and, if elected, will see that the needed bill
passes the legislature. 1t will set Honolulu
years ahead in progressive internal development.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21
THE PRESS and
~. the PEOPLE
PROGRESS OF THE CAMPAIGN,


With a months grace it is extraordl-
nary how valiant the Bull Moose has
become. Having made certain that he
could not be heard for some time, ne
at once insisted on telling hi, story the
very next day The Colonel is always
courageous when there is no enemy IN
sight. When there was chance to
be heard the Colonels indignation
know no bounds. He was unable to
contain himself, and to relieve his feel
ings he poured out his burning words
to his stenographer. Typewriters at
Sycamore Hill have been working
overtime. Words, words, and still
more words have flowed from Oyster
Bay in muddy stream. Explanations
pile up mountain high. The oftenei
the Colonel opens his mouth the deep
er he mires himself. " s,@'..-> ~
He has been compelled to shift his
ground so often that his deluded devo-
tees fear he will finally end by con-
Tossing everything. First he says no
contribution was made by the Stand
ard Oil Company, then he admits hay-
ing been informed that a contribution
was made and that he ordered tire
turned; then he processes utter ig-
'norance of Mr.. Archbald's contribution
until Mr. Penrose made his speech.
You are not quite sure whether the
Colonel admits or denies or is merely
denying his admission or admitting his
denial. As further statements. are
promised and the typewriters are run
ing smoothly, there is a beautiful time
ahead for whoever is trying to keep up
b., d: = .
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21
LITTLE INTERVIEWS

DANIEL LOGAN Having had, the
experience of being run over by a
steam rrolers l4wsuld not mind taking
a fly in Doi's aeroplane.
CHARLES HUSTAGE, Jr.--I stay
ed out of the convention purposely.
with a view to running for MAYOR ii
the party nomination seemed to give
a chance think the nomination of
Col. Parker dees give an opening, so
my. hat is in the ring.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21
HAEArs RESPONSIBILITY ToTHE RonFsTEADER

Secretary Fishers investigations have taken
him away from Honolulu for the time being, but
he has left behind him an unmistakable impress
sion that he is finding truth in the statement
that demonstrating in Hawaii has not yet been
giyen a fair trial under conditions an enterpris-
inc home-maker could accept. Exceptions to the
sfatement should be made in a few particular
Eases; for instance, it is evident that the Haiku
homesteaders have been offered proposition
fhat they can accept and are accepting with the
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21
BUSINESS GOVERNMENT

BUSINESS GOVERNMENT.
1t is subject of frequent complaint
that it is disproportionately difficult
u induce men such as successful bust
ness concerns employ, to assume the
task of running city governments. On
favorable conversions are frequent be
tween the executive managers of in
dustries, and those of cities. Inasmuch
as nine-tenths of the city executiy e s
work is administrative, the COMPARE
con is valid. Making due allowances
for the fact that democracy is apt TO
be good natured to the point of being
shiftless, and that the qualities of a
good campaigner and a good manager
are not common in combination; there
are other reasons that make men Of
executive ability shesitate. The man.
ager of a corporation works with a
free hand within certain broad lines of
policy. He is unnampered; in fact,
every possible facility is provided him
to put his ideas into effect and to en-
force his orders. He is encouraged to
developed his initiative and he is given
authority to accord with his RESPONSE
bility. He feels that he amounts to
something, can take pride in his work
in fact. has that dignified Sense of
pleasure which comes from being IN
real charge of large operations. .
The unfortunate city executive seek
ing efficiency (which means low taxes)
has to weave in and out of mass of
restrictions and limitations, persuade
others to see eye to eye with him. and
by the time he has gotten anywhere
he has dissipated the energy that
ought ito be. spent in developing his
idea. !. And at the end, he Is very
fortunate il he has not got to try to
make his plan fit some lawyers formal
and Legislative yardsticks. = Very nat
urally, men of executive ability dread
to undertake the task. realizinz ton
well that the fruit of their talent viii
hardly have a chance to show itst,'
through the intracaeies in which the
must work. Before we can hope for a
permanent elevation of our standard
OF city executives, we will have to
pass an enabling act for them We viii
have to give an efficient man chance
to use his efficiency in our service.
New York News.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21
CONKLlNG EXPECTS "
-: LOWER TAX RATE

Territorial Treasurer David Lloyd
Conkling is inclined to think that the
tax rate for 1928 will be consider
ably lower than the present rate
which averages about $1.15, due tc
the large increase in property assess
ments. He does not believe the in
crease in the school population will
have any material effect, as the new
assessment will cover the increase
ION expenditures necessitated by the
school increase. A separate tax rate
is given to each island. F..
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

Victor Allen, last of. the Virginia
clansmen to be tried, was acquitted
of the charge of having participated
in the Carroll county courthouse muir
ders at Hillsville last March.
With five American warships pa
trolling the Coast, and marines occu
plying strategic points on land, the
situation in Nicaragua is said 70 be
excellent.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

than in New York. The difference
CT the price al Wholesale is two or
three cents a pound in faYor OF Lon
don. The Retail prices for various
cats are in some instances even
more striking. American 'sirloins, for
instance, in New YoGk, were quoted
at rs cents. while the same cuts were
old in London at 1912 cents. The
lain thai the foreigner pays the
ak will find difficulty in explaining
tself. in view of. these disclosures. =
Memphis News-Scimtar.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

Hilo Republicans who are asking why su.
perintendent of public works is not appointed
will have a chance to put the question up to the
governor next week. The answer is doubtless
that the executive himself is not sure of reap
peintment
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

Anti-Jarrett Democrats who are trying to run
Charley Rose for county clerk might as well
make up their minds to conduct a political in
quest if they do it.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

It's good guess that Jack Atkinson won't
be able to collect any campaign funds from Sen
atOr PenroSe
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

> The Bull Moose may be strenuous animal
but how about the Elephant that attacks mail
coaches and chases the passengers?
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

One sure way to keep Joe Fern in office is tc
split The Republican vote
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

ManOa insurgency seems to have been trans
ferred to kaimuki
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

Terrific heat has wilted Chicago.
Five deaths and forty prostrations IN
one day.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

A large Mexican Federal garrison
is now guarding American mining in.
terests at Cananea. Mexico.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

Well, it was great race, anyway.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21
CHOICE REAL ESTATE
We are agents for several
pieces Of exceptionally
fine lots and homes.

4. Suburban home Of several acres.
House. garage, hot-h6use, servants
quarters, choice plants, trees,
swimminb pool PRICE $4,000
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

4. Building lot Of little over acres.
Beautifur view. PRICE $4,000
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

2. Home with unsurpassed .marine
and nnountaln views; modern. -.
PRICE $s7,5oo
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1912-09-21

8. Home on ! hin, Manoa; 4 acres.
Stone house; unsurpassed view
.................P PRICE $4,000
The American issue. [volume] (Westerville, Ohio) 1912-19??, 1912-06-07
Sentiment from Great Men

Temperance is reasons girdle and
passions bride, the strength of the
soul and the foundation of virtue
Jeremy Taylor.
Our most successful men in Amer
ica today are those who never lift
wine glass to their lips.-Edward Box,
journalist.
There is not now and never has
been in this country a locality where
the policy of license has diminished
the liquor traffice or the evils coming
from it-Neal Dow.
We never can create public sentl-
ment strong enough to suppress the
dramshops until Gods people take
hold of the temperance reform as
part of their e1igion.-Theodore L.
Cuyler.
Temperance puts wood on the fire,
The American issue. [volume] (Westerville, Ohio) 1912-19??, 1912-06-07
THE AMERICAN ISSUE

meal in the barrel, flour in the tub,
money in the purse, credit in the
country, contentment in the house.
clothes on the back, and vigor in the
body-Franklin
| am a surgeon. My success de-
ponds upon my brain being clear, my
muscles firm, and nerves steady. No
one can take alcoholic liquor without
bunting these physical powers which
| must keep on edge. AS surgeon I
must not drink-Dr. Lorenz.
| have seven good reasons for vot-
ing for prohibition; they are four sons
and three aughters.-Selected.
The Nova Scotia temperance act
permits brewers to dispose of their
product by wholesale, and licenses are
The American issue. [volume] (Westerville, Ohio) 1912-19??, 1912-06-07

issued authorizing this traffic. In the
town of Dartmouth, the Halifax brew
cries, Ltd, sold beer to private parties.
claiming the right to do so under their
license. They were charged with law
violation, and Stpendiary Magistrate
Eaton dismissed the case holding that
it would be unjust on the part of the
government to license the company to
sell beer and then prohibit them from
doing it in the town in which they
operated
The American issue. [volume] (Westerville, Ohio) 1912-19??, 1912-06-07

Charles NJ Levister, DID,,
Editor The Daily Christian Advocate.
DR.. Charles M. Levister, who edits
The Daily Christian Advocate, enter
ed the ministry in North Carolina in
1897 as member of Atlantic Mission
Conference. From 1900 to 1906, he
was president of Graham Collegiate
Institute at Marshallberg, N. c. From
1906 to 1912 he was with the Balti-
more Methodist as assistant editor,
managing editor, and since 1900 edi-
tor-in-chief. He resigned recently to
become Assistant Superintendent of
The Anti-Saloon League of Maryland.
He is vigorous writer and thoroughly
,conversant with newspaper work.
The American issue. [volume] (Westerville, Ohio) 1912-19??, 1912-06-07
June T. 1912.

somebody's boy" A young man
committed suicide in drunken brawl.
Two hundred mothers went to look at
his body each to see if it was her boy.
Young men will go somewhere, and
it remains for the Bible school to say
where.
The American issue. [volume] (Westerville, Ohio) 1912-19??, 1912-06-07

Denmark is steadily nearing its
long desired goal of national prohibi-
ton, and his majesty Frederick VIII,
has expressed the great pleasure he
will have in attaching his signature
to a national prohibitory law
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1912-01-23

On and after February LIST. 1912, all
taxes que and unpaid on 1911 tax rolls
SHAH become delinquent and a penalty
OF 10 per cent VIII be added
For the benefit of the working men
the county tax collectors office will
be open from to 9 every evening.
Signed,
Geo. Harper.
County Tax Collector.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1912-01-23
Get Rid Of Your
Catarrh Now

You can Glover Leaf Catarrh Rem
edy VIII relieve your catarrh and cold
In the head, and we are willing TO
send you a sample to prove Ii. II our
remedy did not do what we claim for
it. IL would not pay US 70 advertise Il.
and back II up with the guarantee to
refund your money If II doesn't give
satisfaction When anything Is guar
anteed like that, you take no risk.
Why endure misery and annoyance
when you can avoid it2 You know the
and ask him for the Glover Lear Ca
tarrh Remedy-the one guaranteed
remedy. Follow directions. Sure re-
lief.
For sale by all druEgists-or sent
postpaid by the manufacturers Glover
Leaf Pharmacy, ClOysrdale, Calif-
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1912-01-23
WILL DISCUSS THE
LEVEE BOND ISSUE
Friday Set For the Meeting;
Commissioners Consider
Road Matters.

Friday night has been set as tae date
for the county road bond issue discus
sion at the courthouse. This was de-
cided by county judge Eylar. commits
} sioner ]. J. Clifford and Jose. Perez AZ
a meeting OF the commissioners cOurt
Luesday morning. So much opposition
20 the proposition has developed that
!uese Eylar suggested this public meet
The rest OF the time Tuesday morn
road matters.
zach l. Cobb. representing 20 prop
ttg owners, requested that the county
establish a road half mile long in So
coIrot Tex along the same lines as he
old hueco tanks which was fenced in
ana claimed by the Moons. Gorgonio
hernandez, representing the residents
OF Socorro, said they did not desire a
road built from Belen to SOcorro but
wanted the old Tsleta- SocOrro road put
III good condition.
Seth B. Orndorff petitioned for the
repair Of two bridges on the road from
Belen to the Orndorff ranch
OTIS G. Coles petiiOned for the re-
pairing OF the road from Fabens TO
Fort Hancock and asked that bridge
De built over a canyon ~ miles west or
Fort Hancock on the county road.
All Of these matters We're referred
to county surveyor J. ". Eubank. Mr..
Eubank said that II would cost $500 or
$500 for the road from Fabens east
and that the bridge asked for by Mr..
Coles would cost about $3.50.
An order was passed for the con-
struction OF a crossing over the G. II.
tracks at a point a mile and half west
Of Fabens.
The county judge was authorized to
advertise for bids for $4,000 court
house addition bonds, bids TO be opened
February p.
Residents OF the town OF SocorrO pre-
scented a petition for representation IN
khe commissioners court They said that
since their precinct had been made
part OF the san ElizariO Clint and
Fort Hancock precinct they have not
been represented in the commissioners
court as they are Untitled to They asked
that their precinct De reestablished-
Judge Eylar said that only four COM
missiOners are allowed in the county
BY law. and IL would be necessary to
change the lines OF one Of the other
precincts TO give SOcorro the represen-
tation desired.
o. H Baum and Sam Gfllett petit
toned that the farmers at CanutillO be
authorized to remove the dam on the
land Of f. K. Talbot which, they said
J. =. Morris built there in 1906 They
claim that n this dam is permitted to
remain II VIII flood all the land on the
eastern side Of the river and Will en-
DANGER the bridge at Canutillo. The
Jam is about 80 or 40 feet long and
built % dirt.
Commissioner Ike Loewenstein. Of
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1912-01-23
FRANK CARPENTER To VISIT
PANAMA CANAL FOR HERALD

VIII Also Write Up Central America and Mexico On the
Same Tour-Famous Writer to Contribute Weekly
to Big Week End Ell Paso Herald, Series of
Articles on the Countries to the South
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1912-01-23
UNITED STATES STEEL IS NOT A
MONOPOLY, DECLARES FARRELL

on the cost OF steel production before
the steel trust investigating commit
tee.
Chairman Hardwick announced that
the sugar trust" Investigating com
mittee hoped to report within a week.
sharp dissension was expected In
the Democratic caucus this afternoon
over the consideration Of the public
building bill
The rules committee deferred the
he's ring on the money trust" until
Wednesday
The civil service commission consid-
cred p plan to extend the civil SER
vice to deputy Internal revenue collect
OTIS
The foreign affairs committee heard
various interests regarding a greater
water power development at Niagara
Falls.
President Nelson, Of the Postoffice
Clerks federation, advocated an eight
hour day before the postoffIce com
mittee.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1912-01-23
BUNGALOWS ARE
THE RACE NOW
Many of Them Are Under
Way-Several Con-
tracts Just Let.

The Mayheld Realty company has
been given the contract to build on
Mundy avenue a six room bungalow
for S. B. Prewett. The bungalow viii
be built OF red pressed brick, with the
popular built-in features, hard wood
noors, heating plant and basement The
cost Of the house is estimated at
The same company viii build a
bungalow OF six rooms with similar
interior features in the 400 block or
Arizona street for b. NJ. Oowan, super
intenoent Of construction Of the Stone
webster company. The estimated cost
For W. J. Jennings, the same com
pany viii begin building a six room
bungalow on Orient street in Golden
Hill addition. This bungalow Will be
also fitted up with built-in furniture,
hard wood floors, basement and heating
plant The building will be OF pebble
dash on hollow tile construction. The
bungalow is estimated to cost $500.
The two story brick house costing
about $500 that the Mayheld Realty
company has been building on Haw-
thorne street is rapidly nearing compile
ton.
Many New Bungalows.
The house being built at a cost OF
$4,000. for A T. Samworth at 1900 North
Campbell street has been completed and
viii be occupied BY Mr.. Samworth next
week.
Work has begun on the four houses
to be built in the 1900 block on Non
tana street by the Mayfield Realty COM
pany. The foundations are now being
put in. Two Of these houses viii cost
$4,000 and two viii cost $500. The
former viii have I'VE rooms each and
the latter six rooms each
The Perry Kirkpatric Realty com
pany began construction Monday on
two California bungalows at 1416 and
l4zO North Florence street one VIII
be built OF bun pressed brick and range
stone, and the other OF pebble dash and
stucco.
latter $4,000. Both bungalows viii be
finished with mission style interiors,
with beamed ceilings, built-in book
cases, and furniture and hardwood
floor.
Sale of Lots.
The Newman Investment company
has sold to c. V. Lee, lots numbers
and g, in block 124, Highland Park
A Morrison and wife have sold to
q. A Macintosh, p feet of the eastern
portion OF lot and the whole of lot S.
IN block %. Franklin Heights addition.
The lots are on the Boulevard between
Dallas and Williams streets. The sell
ing price was $4,000
Another New Bungalow.
Charles S. Ward has bought from ".
L. Pringle the eastern half Of lot is.
and all OF lot 16 in block IS, East Fl
Paso addition, for s5So. The land is on
Tularosa and San Marcial streets
Work started today on these lots on
modern four-room bungalow for the
new purchaser 1t will embrace the
modern built-in features.
Juan B. arroyo and wife have sold
to 7. s. Arroyo lot Is, in block ITO,
Campbell addition, for the sum Of
$1,000.
F. E. Riley and wife have sold to F.
Delgardo, lots 1 and in block il,
Lincoln Park addition, for 500.