MR. J. L. CLIMIE
The death occurred suddenly at his [residence, Western Road, Lower Hutt, this morning, of Mr. J. L. Climie, elder son of the late Mr. J. D. Climie, Inspecting Surveyor, and brother of Mr. Percy .Climie, of Christchurch. Mr. Climie was born at Lower .Hutt in 1882, since when he had resided continuously in the district. He began his career in life in an insurance company, but resigned to join the Land and. Survey Department, where for 35 years he was a draughtsman and computer. He was an outstanding figure in the athletic field, excelling in many forms of sport, figuring especially in golf. As a member of the Hutt Golf Club he won the championship on five occasions, between 1908 and 1920. A man of quiet, unassuming disposition, he had a wide circle of friends and was very much respected by all. He is survived by a widow, two sons, and a daughter.
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Evening Post, Volume CXXVIII, Issue 103, 28 October 1939, Page 12
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157MR. J. L. CLIMIE Evening Post, Volume CXXVIII, Issue 103, 28 October 1939, Page 12
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