This is a book for attorneys, real estate brokers, students, government agencies, and anyone interested in Hawaiian history. Summarizing succinctly the events that led to the end of the feudal system of land tenure in the Islands, the author presents the reader with a clear and informative account of this important reform. Every landowner in Hawaii should be knowledgeable about the Great Mahele, an understanding of which is needed to avoid confusion about land titles and property divisions.

Concerns the issues & standards related to crediting service in the Peace Corps & other forms of national service (VISTA, Reserves & the National Guard) by the Employees Retirement System of the State of Hawaii as though this were membership service. Considers the experience of 25 other states.