This country and the world has recognized the Republic of Hawaii as a de facto and do jure government. It has maintained itself for five years. since January 17. 1893. It has lawfully and peaceably adopted a constitution directing its executive to negotiate a treaty of annexation with the United States. (Art. 32. constitution Republic of Hawaii.) It has not withheld the franchise from any citizen. native or foreign born. the sole change made by the Republic in the qualification of voters being that the oath of allegiance shall be to the Republic instead of the monarchy. Under this constitution a Senate and House of Representatives was elected in 1894. both of which. at both the special session of 1894 and the regular session of 1896. passed unanimous resolutions in favor of annexation. All elections in Hawaii are under the Australian ballot system and are absolutely secret.
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