DEVOTION TO DUTY.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVII, Issue 20622, 22 July 1930, Page 11

DEVOTION TO DUTY.

WELLINGTON REFERENCES.*?

BENCH AND BAR UNITE. ;

SYMPATHY FOR LADY STOUT*

[TIT TELEGRAPH.— OWN CORRESPONDENT.] WELLINGTON. Monday.

Tributes from the Bench and Bar to the memory of the lute Sir Hubert, Stout were paid in the Supreme Court at Wellington to-day. There were upon the Bench Mr. Justice Heed, Mr. Justice Adams, Mr. Justice Blair. Mr. Justice Kennedy and Sir Frederick Chapman. The Court was crowded, and among those present were Sir Francis Bell, K.C., Mr. A. Gray, K.C., Mr. Fair, K.C., Mr. C. 11. Johnston, K.C., Mr. 11. X. Jones, Chief Judge of the Native Land Court, and eight stipendiary magistrates. In a eulogy of Sir Robert Stoat, Mr. Justice Heed said: " In all lie did nothing would turn him fiom what he conceived to be his duty, ar.d lie would do it regardless of the consequences or of adverse* criticism. TTe was mentally, and in every sense, a strong .nan. He was without a particle of pretentiousness. Display j was abhorrent to him. To Lady Stout ; who for more than half a century has been his helpful companion and who now lie* upon a bed of sickness, we extend our heartfelt sympathy." Sir Francis Bell said: " Throughout hi* life Sir Robert Stout was absolutely free from assumption or arrogance. Hii powerful intellect was aided by phenomenal industry. Jn this lie was an example to us and, we hope, will be an example to those who follow us in tin* profession of the law." Success followed him unsought, almost throughout his life. Most of those present had memories of liis tenure as Chief Justice arid could bear witness to his impartiality, patience and courtesy. Many had memories of his kindly encouragement to them in the early days of their careers.

A letter from the Attorney-General, Sir Thomas Sidey, was read by Mr. Justice Reed. " Sir Robot was far more than an able lawyer," said .Sir Thomas. "H« was a great national figure. 'Jo writo fully the record of his activities would be to recount the political, educational and social life of New Zealand extending over many years. .Although ho attained to such eminence in the State, he retained the charm of simplicity in all his private relations. His life constitutes an inspiring eNample, especially to our young people."

The Court then adjourned out of respect to the memory of Sir Robert Stout.

A MASTERFUL FIGURE.

GREAT KINDNESS OF HEART.

LOVE FOR NEW ZEALAND. >

[BY TELEGRAPH. —OWN CORRESPONDENT.} HAMILTON, Monday

There was a full attendance of the Bar in tho Supreme Court at Hamilton today, when tributes to the. memory of Sir Robert Stout, were paid by Mr. Justice Ilerdman, Mr. F. A. Swarbriclt, president of the Hamilton Law Society, and Mr. H. T. Gillies. Crown solicitor. His Honor said that in the death.of Sir Robert Stout the country had lost * masterful and striking figure, one who combined indomitable courage with great kindness of heart, and one who loved the country in which he elected to maka his home with fervent affection. His spirit of kindness inspired in all a deepseated personal esteem. The Court adjourned for half an hour as a mark of respect.