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Just another place that posts random articles from the Hawaiian Newspapers! It would be awesome if this should become a space where open discussions happen on all topics written about in those papers!! And please note that these are definitely not polished translations, but are just drafts!!! [This blog is not affiliated with any organization and receives no funding. Statements made here should in now way be seen as a reflection on other organizations or people. All errors in interpretation are my own.]

Kohala Hula Club and Emma Moniz, 1936.

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HAWAIIAN TABLEAU TO BE PRESENTED HERE

The Resurrection of Kaha, a Hawaiian tableau directed by Mrs. Emma Moniz, of Kohala, will be staged next Saturday, April 18, at the Halai community Hall, Hilo, under the auspices of the Kohala Studio, beginning at 7:30 p. m.

Besides the tableau, based on a native legend, Mrs. Moniz will stage a program of ancient and modern hula dances featuring several of her most talented pupils. There will be some 40 performers, all of them from Kohala, including a number of Filipino, Japanese and Portuguese dancing girls, besides Hawaiian.

Two novelty number by Eko [? Eiko] Takata, four-year old Japanese girl, and Elsie Adana, two-year old Filipino girl, will be featured. The program will be followed by a dance, with Kualii’s orchestra furnishing the music.

(Hoku o Hawaii, 4/15/1936, p. 1)

HAWAIIAN TABLEAU TO BE PRESENTED HERE

Ka Hoku o Hawaii, Volume XXII, Number 39, Aoao 1. April 15, 1936.

More on music with Joseph Kalima and Albert Nahale-a, 1935.

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Some people of Hilo are starting a Glee Club from amongst the members of the Executive Committee of Hilo nei, from church members to other friends who are coming together for the purpose of singing here in Hilo.

Others from the Churches of Haili have been asked and some expert singers also have been asked to join with these people who have given themselves for this activity. Joseph Kalima and Albert Nahale-a have come aboard.

(Hoku o Hawaii, 10/22/1935, p. 2)

Ke hoala mai nei...

Ka Hoku o Hawaii, Buke XXVII, Helu 17, Aoao 2. Okatoba 22, 1935.

Hula to entertain the sick, 1945.

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A Celebration

On the afternoon of Sunday, June 3, the Pa Hula of Albert Nahale-a arrived at Puumaile Hospital to bring good will to the patients.

There was word that there was going to be a visit from a Hula Troupe to entertain the patients; it was asked who was coming, and in the afternoon of Saturday, it was clear which Hula Troupe was coming.

A little before 3:00 P. M., the waking bell was sounded. The people got up and got ready for when the Hula Group would arrive. Nahale-a’s people came, and it was but a short time after 3:00 P. M. The announcer voice rang forth announcing that it was ready for the activities to proceed.

They started their program with the performance of the song Ike hou ana i ka nani o Hilo,¹ and after that there were Hawaiian Hula and joint singing, and hula of this era, duets and trios.

The patients showed their enthusiasm by applauding.

When the close of the program was near, the head of the Hula Troupe announced that the day fell on the birthday of the Editor [Solomon Anakalea] of the Hoku o Hawaii, therefore they sang the song, “Happy Birthday” for this editor. He was 62 years old. I thank God for giving me these years.

Following this, the festivities were let out, and the members of the Hui Lokahi of Puumaile stood and gave their thanks to Albert Nahale-a and his Hula Troupe.

However, it was the solo singing performance of Mr. Joseph Kalima that was most admired by some. As well as the duets performed with his daughter.

This program was for some something that would not be forgotten in their weakened state.

“MUCH APPRECIATION TO YOU, ALBERT AND YOUR PA HULA.”

¹Perhaps this is the mele that begins:

Ike hou ana i ka nani o Hilo,
I ka uluwehiwehi i ka lehua,
Lei hoohihi a ka malihini,
Mea ole i ke kono a ke aloha.

(Hoku o Hawaii, 6/20/1945, p. 1)

Aha Hoolaulea

Ka Hoku o Hawaii, Volume XL, Number 8, Aoao 1. Iune 20, 1945.

Pele makes appearance atop Mokuaweoweo, 1914.

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FIRES BURN ABOVE MOKUAWEOWEO

On the evening of Wednesday the burning of lava above the crater of Mokuaweoweo was clearly known. At the arrival of the steamship Mauna Kea in the port of Awapaakai on Maui, on the Wednesday eve, the glow of fire atop Mauna Loa was witnessed by her passengers, and the fires above the Mountain was soon learned. These past days, word of the very intense fires above Mauna Loa has arrived, yet it did not pour over the side of the Mountain. However it was clear to the folks of Kawaihae and North and South Kona the power of the spouting of the fires above, and in the estimation of some people, the strength of the lava shooting above the crater was perhaps several hundred feet. The skies on the Kona side was illuminated, and it is being watched for where the lava will erupt from the mountain as is usual when eruptions occur atop Mokuaweoweo. Some people think that the strongest eruption will occur on the Kona side of the crater, and some predict that the flow will indeed happen on the Kona side. But the return of the person watching for the lava flow of Kilauea is awaited for being that he is now atop Mauna Loa.

(Hoku o Hawaii, 12/3/1914, p. 2)

 

OWELA KE AHI ILUNA O MOKUAWEOWEO

Ka Hoku o Hawaii, Buke 9, Helu 26, Aoao 2. Decemaba 3, 1914.

Further information on articles, 2014 and beyond.

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I was just thinking that if anyone has any supplementary information on any of the posts appearing here that they might be holding on to and that they might want to share, that it might be helpful if they respond to that particular post with what they know, or even with questions they have (who knows, someone might have the answer). Or if perhaps one of the posts from the past sparks some recollection or conversation just amongst yourselves, that too i believe is worthwhile.

Miss Kuaana Nathaniel starts a pa hula, 1945.

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PA HULA

Miss Kuaana Nathaniel has begun a pa hula that is opened every Wednesday evenings beginning from 7:00 and ending at 8:00 in the evening.

She is a youth that is proficient in the Hawaiian hula, and should anyone desire their children to gain this knowledge, go and meet and talk with Kuaana Nathaniel on Alae Street on the premises of Halai.

(Hoku o Hawaii, 10/10/1945, p. 1)

PA HULA

Ka Hoku o Hawaii, Volume XL, Number 22, Aoao 1. Okatoba 10, 1945.

The Queen visits Hilo, 1914.

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QUEEN LILIUOKALANI

Queen Liliuokalani arrived here in Hilo in the afternoon of this past Sunday, and she is an honored guest of Mrs. Aima Nawahi these days. The Royal one of Hawaii is in good health. She will return to Honolulu the following Friday.

This Thursday, at 10 a. m. until 12 noon, our Queen graciously has granted loving audience with all those who go to see her at the home of Mrs. Aima Nawahi. The members of all the Hawaiian Associations of Hilo nei also want to see their beloved Queen. This audience is open to all the people here in Hilo. Continue reading →

Mrs. Emma Moniz opens hula studio, 1936.

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Hula Studio Is Opened In Hilo

Mrs. Emma Moniz hula studio on Kamehameha Ave., above Moses Company, Ltd., is proving to be a popular resort for Hilo people desiring to learn the art of Hawaiian dancing.

Mrs. Moniz opened her studio last Thursday, and the first student to register was Lehua Lani Ragsdale, six-years old. There are now 17 hula students under Mrs. Moniz direction.

The studio is open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday each week between 8 in the morning and 9 at night.

Classes are still open.

(Hoku o Hawaii, 7/1/1936, p. 1)

Hula Studio Is Opened In Hilo

Ka Hoku o Hawaii, Volume XXXI, Number 10, Aoao 1. July 1, 1936.