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was named in his honor. Also known to residents as "4-Miles," the park is located four miles from the Hilo Post Office, which has been historically considered the starting point for all mileage markers originating from Hilo (Clark 25). James
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Kealoha's term as lieutenant governor was described as "unpleasant" for him. Governor Quinn was not confident in allowing a Native
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immigrant who had come to Hawaii as a plantation laborer. While growing up James was raised by his grandparents, whose name he assumed. Later he decided to add Kimo as his middle name. In the
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garnering 44,095 votes to 33,277 for
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