OBITUARY

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22520, 14 March 1935, Page 9

OBITUARY

MR E. F. DUTHIE Mr Edward Fawns Dutliio, who passed away yesterday morning at his residence, 58 Stafford street, was a native of Dunedin, being born on November 23, 1800. He joined the firm of Messrs James Dutliie and Co., who carried on the business of general carriers and contractors, in 1887, and remained with it until amalgamation with the New Zealand Express Co., Ltd. Mr Duthie became manager of the Dunedin branch of the company and one of its directors. He retired from the former position at the end of 1914, but retained a seat on the board of directors, and for the past four years was chairman.

Mr Duthie rendered very acceptable community service on several local bodies and organisations. In all his public and private associations he was regarded as a citizen of the highest personal integrity. He was a momlier of the Otago Harbour Hoard from 1904 to 1910. He occupied a seat on the council of the Dunedin Chamber of Commerce for various terms, and at one period was vice-president. For nearly 20 years he was closely associated

with technical education, joining the Board of Managers of King Edward Technical High School in 1912. From 1919 he represented the parents on the hoard for many years, and was chairman of the Finance Committee for a lengthy term. He was chosen by the New Zealand Employers’ Association in 1915 to act as employers’ representative on the Arbitration Court, a position which he held until his voluntary retirement. Mr Duthie was a prominent figure in public movements over a long period, being active in the promotion of the first industrial exhibition, the organisation of South African war contingents, the reception of their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York, now the King and Queen. He could always be relied on to join in any movement of civic importance. Mr Duthie’s outstanding public activity has been his long association with the Otago Agricultural and Pastoral Society. For 39 years he was a leading figure in the society’s work. He was one of the original directors of the Otago Agricultural Hall Company, Ltd., and has held every position of honour in connection with its management. In 1893 he was first appointed secretary, a position he held until his resignation in 1901, on which occasion he was the recipient of a presentation from .the committee. Mr Duthie’s interest in the society did not cease with his withdrawal from the secretarial desk, and six years later he was elected president, a post which he, held during the years 1907 and 1908, subsequently being made a life member in recognition of the outstanding' services ho had rendered to the society. In 1921 the committee of the society agaiil found itself faced with the problem of filling the office of secretary, and at the urgent request of the executive he consented again to assume that position. He directed the activities of the society’s various exhibitions and projects in a manner that made his name widely and favourably known among agricultural and pastoral societies throughout the whole of the Dominion. The Winter Show’, in the development and perfection of which he was the leading spirit, has long been regarded in New r Zealand as a model, and more than one northern association sent its officers to Dunedin to seek the assistance of Mr Duthie in modelling its own show along the lines of that of Dunedin. On his final retirement, caused through failing health, Mr Duthie wms tendered further evidence of the appreciation of his services and the universal regret which members felt at the severance. His work as chairman of the Otago Repatriation Board also earned for him wide appreciation. The Executive Committee of the Otago Motor Club marked his retirement from the secretaryship of the Agricultural Society by entertaining and presenting him with a token of its recognition of his assistance to the club, more especially in the organisation of the motor camp at Tahuna Park. His interest in the development of the province was always keen and his enterprise helpful. He was the prime mover in the promotion and extension of the Moa Flat Seed Farm, an experiment in seed raising which has been of distinct value to the Dominion. Mr Duthie is survived by his xvidow and four sons and three daughters. THE REV. T. BURNS BANNERMAN The Rev. Thomas Burns Bannerman, whose death occurred at Invercargill on Thursday last, spent his boyhood days at Puerua Manse, South Otago, and was educated at the East Clutha School (now Romahapa) under Dr M‘Ewan, an eminent and scholarly teacher. He received further education at the Otago University’, but severe illness caused him to seek a change of climate. He received a position as a homo missionary for the north-east coast of Tasmania, where he continued his studies under Dr Scott, of Hobart. Mr Bannerman was finally examined and licensed by the Australian Church, and on October 18, 1899, was ordained by the presbytery and inducted to the parish of Swansea, Glamorgan, in Tasmania. He laboured there faithfully aiid successfully until his physical infirmity caused his resignation, and he returned to New Zealand. His ability to organise home mission stations and to re-establish neglected parishes brought him continuous work, and, in spite of his failing strength, he carried on these duties until a few’ weeks before his death. There were many expressions of regret and affection shown by his parishioners and friends in Southland and elsewhere, representatives of which were among those who laid him in his last resting place. THE REV. W. BRAMWELL SCOTT (Per United Press Association.) WELLINGTON, March 13. The death occurred to-day after a brief illness of the Rev. W. Bramwell Scott, minister of the Trinity Methodist Church, Wellington South, and chaplain to the Forces. Less than 10 days ago Mr Scott attended the Methodist Conference at Dunedin, but on the return journey complained of feeling unwell, and last Saturday he developed internal trouble. He was operated upon that day, but failed to rally. Mr Scott was inducted to the charge of Trinity Church three years ago. He took a largo

part in the work of the Returned Soldiers’ Association, and often acted *• a referee for football clubs. He also took a keen interest in horticulture, being an expert in the cultivation of gladioli. Entering the ministry some 32 years ago, Mr Scott did valuable work as a padre in the Great War, and always had the welfare of the returned men at heart. During the course of his ministry he travelled a good deal in New Zealand, visiting many centres ar 1 having been stationed at Dunedin, Waimate, Kaiapoi and Wellington. In 1925 Mr Scott was inducted to the charge of the Cargill Road Methodist Church in Dunedin, and, during the four years he ministered there, endearing himself to all those with whom he came in contact. As convener of the Public Questions Committee of the Methodist Church, he did very fine work. He was especially interested in the welfare of the unemployed, and took a prominent part in the work among the needy in Wellington. He was 61 years of age, and is survived by his widow and a married daughter, Mrs Chapman, of Karori. MR NATHANAEL MALCOLM The death occurred on Monday after a long illness of Mr Nathanael Malcolm; aged 72 years. Mr Malcolm arrived in New Zealand from Scotland 60 years ago, and except for a number of years in Palmerston North, spent the greater portion of his life in Dunedin, being employed for a long period by Messrs C. and W. Hayword in the upholstery trade. Although above the conscription age, Mr Malcolm volunteered for service at the war, and was severely wounded in France, never fully recovered from his injuries. He was one of the foundation members of the Kaikorai Football Club, of which he remained a keen supporter all his life, and was also prominently identified with bowling in Dunedin, having for many years been a member of the Balmacewen Club. He is survived by his wife, one son, who is manager of Rustenburg Platinums, Ltd., South Africa, and is at present spending hi« long leave in Dunedin, and one daughter, Mrs F. W. G. Miller. The funeral took place yesterday at the Crematorium at Anderson’s Bay. MR L. M. PEARSON (Per United Press Association) WELLINGTON, March 13. The death has occurred of Mr Leslie Montagu Pearson, managing director of Messrs F. J. Pinny, Limited. Born at Geelong, Victoria, in 1879, he came to New Zealand as a young man, and waft employed as a traveller. He then became associated with a tailoring firm in Christchurch, and became managing director of Messrs F. J. Pinny, Ltd., about 23 years ago. He leaves a widow and two children. MR SYDNEY. J. SOUTHERN (United Press Association.) (By Electric Telegraph—Copyright.) LONDON, March 13. The death is announced of Mr Sydney J. Southern, editor of “ Wisden’s Cricketers’ Almanack,” who collapsed after speaking at the Surrey Club's dinner. Mr Southern Lad recently been in poor health, but was cheerful during the dinner. He proposed the toast of “ Cricket,” and sat down, apparently unwell. We was carried to an anteroom, where he died before the arrival of doctors. The guests immediately dispersed. MR GEORGE EARLE BUCKLE LONDON, March 12. (Received March 13, at 8 p.m.) The death is announced of Mr George Earle Buckle, journalist and author; aged 78. MR MICHAEL PUPIN NEW YORK, March 12. (Received March 13, at 11.30 p.m.) The death is announced of Mr Michael Pupin, the internationally-known physicist and inventor.