Many years ago when I was young I had an avid interest in reading old archived newspapers at in public libraries, I remember several days I spent in New Orleans when I was 18 awaiting my navy papers and I was able to access newspapers on microfiche from all over the country.
What I am saying is that another city may very well have Hawaii’s newspapers on file, I know I have seen them.
So its possible that the filing error may come to light if one were to go on a road trip, like maybe..Seattle.
With enough money, manpower and mass computer queries of all libraries in the country, you could subsitute a new microfilm reel everywhere. Sure, it’d be a hassle but not impossible. Also, check the orders and shipments of that specific reel from the microfilm company. There may not have been much of a demand but still people would have to keep mum and that would be the crack in the dam.