Note 31 — PREFACE. (continued 4)
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Laa appears to have been the ancient name of the locality in Puna now known as Olaa, changed likely through the reference to it on account of its famed kapas and fragrant herbs, as “o (of) Laa,” as shown in various traditions. In this same way Hawaii was first made known to the world as “Owyhee.” ↑