100 YEARS AGO
The resolution concerning Japanese residents in Hawaii passed in the Lower House of Hawaii on the 19th inst., (it) reads as follows:
There reside many Japanese in Hawaii who maintain close relations with the citizens and form an important class for the development of industry. There are, however, some States in America whose legislatures have tried to enact laws unfavorable to the Japanese, which may lead to the estrangement of the two countries. Hence President Roosevelt took up the task of suppressing such laws and endeavored to maintain friendly relations between Japan and America in the spirit of justice and cordiality. It is, therefore, resolved that the House shall present its thanks to the President for his meritorious action.