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Two Resolutions were adopted. The first, honoring Esther Ainoa for loyal and faithful services to the Ahahui as Iku Wai for 10 years and as Iku Hai (17 years), a total of 27 years of active service. The second, honoring Louise Akeo for long and faithful service as Iku Kau for over 25 years and in appreciation for her farsightedness in forming the Social Club as a means of providing enjoyment and cementing friendly relations amongst the members, which has proved very successful and beneficial to the Hale O Na alii. Each officer was invested with an Honorary Cape by the Iku Niaupio, on behalf of the Kumuahakalani.
Harry Field, member of the Aha Kahuna, Halau O Liliuokalani, spoke of the progress made by the Hale O Na Alii during the past few years, in that two Halaus (Liliuokalani on Maui and Kapiolani on Kauai) were reactivated, and two Halaus (Kawananakoa on Molokai and Kealiiahonui at Waimea, Hawaii) were formed.
November 1950: Ahahui Poo mourned the loss of Iku Moe, Ida Kaapuni and Lala Aha Kahuna, Louise Arcia who passed away recently.
November 12, 1950: Large delegation from Oahu, also from the other island attended the first anniversary of the Halau O Kapiolani.
July 1951: Territorial Convention held in Hilo, July 5th, 6th, and 7th. Delegates from all the Halaus present for the business sessions. Proposal that a top officer of the Ahahui Poo (Oahu) be appointed to supervise the activities of all Halaus since the Iku Niaupio is away in Europe; adopted. A wire was received from Kapiolani from London, wishing the convention chairman. 375 delegates and members attended the Convention and voted to have the next session on Maui.
November 4, 1951: The Iku Kau read a letter from the Iku Niaupio (Kapiolani) who is now in Florence, Italy, conveying her Aloha to all the members of all the Halaus.
December 1951: Appointment received by the Iku Kau, Louise Akeo, from Kapiolani (Florence, Italy) designating her as Territorial Secretary and authorizing her to represent the Kumuahakalani in supervising the affairs of all the Halaus in the Territory. (This authorization has remained in force up to the present time (April 1958).
May 30, 1952: Territorial Convention held in Maui, May 30th, 31st, and June 1st. Delegates from all the Halaus present for the business session. Other activities include a Territorial Song Contest and visits to other parts of Maui. Next session to be held on Molokai.
June 1952: Blood Bank for Ahahui Poo created with Moana Neves and Ika Feikert as a Committee.
December 1952: Resolution endorsing Samuel Wilder King for Governor, adopted by Ahahui Poo, held at Ala wai Clubhouse, with Iku Hais of all Halaus as special guests.
June 1953: Funeral of Iku Lani Hoano, David Kalakaua Kawananakoa, held in historic Kawaiahao Church. Top officers from all Halaus in the Territory were in funeral procession when body was interred in Nuuanu Mausoleum.
Letter received from Iku Niaupio, Kapiolani, thanking Ahahuis for making the funeral of her brother, the past Iku Lani Hoano, David Kalakaua Kawananakoa, one befitting an Alli and titular head of the Hale O Na Alii.
July 1953: Territorial Convention held in Molokai, with delegates from all Halaus participating. Albert Kahinu, Iku Hai and General Chairman demonstrated the truth that Molokai is a Friendly Island.
August, 1953: Third and final reading of Resolution increasing death benefits from a minimum of $260.00 to a maximum of $500.00 depending on the number of years a member has been in the Ahahui Poo.
June 1954: Resolution of Condolence for Eddie Ah Yat adopted by Ahahui Poo with members standing for a moment of silent prayer.
July 1954: Territorial Convention held in Lihue, Kauai, July 5th, 6th and 7th. Delegates from all Halau in the Territory participating in the business sessions as well as the Social activities.
October 1954: Card of thanks from the family of the late Eddie Namohala of Hilo, thanking the Halau for the floral wreath upon the occasion of his funeral. Mr. Namohala had retired because of ill health after serving as Iku Hai of Halau O Kalakaua for 25 years.
December 1954: A Christmas card from Louise Bayne, who is now residing in San Leandro, California, was read. The Iku Kau explained that Mrs. Bayne is an old member and always remembers the Ahahui with a Christmas card.
January 1955: Discussion on the favorable financial condition of the organization. Motion adopted that the membership express their apprecitation to the officers for their business-like administration and for providing additional benefits like increased death and sick benefits and the Hospital plan.
April 1955: Hospital Plan for Ahahui Poo put into effect with 200 members enrolled.
June 1955: Territorial convention held in Honolulu, June 17, 18 and 19th. Delegates from all Halaus of the territory flocked to the big City. They found time to attend the business sessions; also to take part in the Social activities and visit the night spots.
October 1955: Acting upon the recommendation of the Regent, an office will be set up in January in the basement of the home of the Iku Kau, where all Hale O Na Alii records will be kept and where the administrative officers will do their work. A day will be set aside when the Iku wai will be available to receive dues, etc. from the members; and also receive and answer phone inquiries. (Every Wednesday from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M.) A box at the Honolulu postoffice will be rented and members directed to send checks and money orders, addressed to the Ahahui at Box 2477.
December 1955: Due to continued ill health, advanced age and acting upon the advice of her physician, Iku Hai, Esther Ainoa, submitted her resignation, effective December 31, 1955. Iku Wai, Gertrude Bertelmann, also submitted her resignation.
January 1956: The resignation of Iku Hai, Esther Ainoa and Iku Wai, Gertrude Bertelmann, having received careful study by the Executive Council and the Board of Directors, a recommendation was adopted by the membership that Iku Lani, Victoria Ah Yat be elevated to Iku Hai and assistant Iku Wai, Helen Kahili Char be appointed Iku Wai.
April 1956: Honorary Mamo Alii, Joseph Ilalaole, spoke in Hawaiian and commented on the progressiveness of the Ahahui and observed that the Blood Bank and the Hospital Plan as projects fro the benefits of the membership.
May 1956: Alfred Apaka commented on the progressiveness of the Ahahui and observed that the Blood Bank and the Hospital Plan as projects for the benefits of the membership.
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As I am writing this piece, I am looking at their pictures. I have seen many pictures of our people with no captions. And its as if it was done deliberatly. The names are so familiar to me however, they are from the era of the Overthrow of Liliu. So very sad, that I only have sparse minutes. I wonder what they might have said instead, and know that as a collective these women and instilled their thoughts into their ohana and their minds. I say this because the names are not only familiar but recognize the leadership of their childrens children. Can you imagine that!