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Historical Context:
An exceptional and rare original manuscript document from the Kingdom of Hawaii, dated June 30, 1883. This is a "Pepa Hoike" (Report) from the Governor of Kaua'i to the Minister of Finance.
Item Details:
• Date: June 30, 1883 (Kingdom Era).
• Content: Detailed financial ledger showing taxes and collections from various districts of Kauai (Koloa, Lihue, Kawaihau, Hanalei, Waimea, Niihau).
• Attached Receipt: Features an original Finance Department / Hawaiian Treasury receipt (No. 738) dated July 14, 1883, signed by F.S. Pratt (Registrar of Public Accounts).
• Language: Written in Hawaiian and English (Bilingual markings).
• Condition: Authentic aged patina. Some wear along the original fold lines and edges as expected for a 140+ year old document. Please see photos for detail.
