OBITUARY

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXXIX, Issue 20057, 14 March 1935, Page 7

OBITUARY

MR IV. RUTHERFORD A career reaching well back into the 1 loneering days of New Zealand ended on March 4, when Mr William Rutherford died at the residence of his soil, Mr C. W. Rutherford, Tararua Street, Masterton. Mr Rutherford was born in Nelson 87 years ago, and lived for about 30 years. He then removed with his family to South Canterbury, where he engaged in sheep farm’ -g, and later in stock dealing. After spending 40 years in Canterbury, Mr Ruther-fr-d went to the North Island about 15 years ago. His last years were spent in Masterton. Mr Rutherford who was pre-deceased by his wife about 27 years ago. leaves three sons—Messrs C. W. Rutherford (Masterton), J. T. Rutherford (Hataitai) and D. G. Rutherford (Peel Forest), and two daughters— Mesdames G. O’Dowd (Fairlie) and J. Greig (Greigs). Mr Rutherford was an uncle of Lord Rutherford, the eminent scientist. MR L. M. PEARSON By Telegraph—Press Association WELLINGTON, March 13. The death is announced of Mr Leslie Montague Pearson, managing-director of F. J. Pinny, Limited. He was born at Geelong, Victoria, in 1879, and came to New Zealand as a young man. He was employed as a traveller and then became associated with a tailoring firm in Christchurch, and became managing director of Messrs Pinnys about 23 years ago. He leaves a widow and two children. REV. W. B. SCOTT By Telegraph—Press Association WELLINGTON, March 13. The death occurred to-day after a brief illness of the Rev. W. Bramwell Scott, minister of Trinity Methodist Church, Wellington South, and Chaplain to the Forces. Less than 10 days ago Mr Scott attended the Methodist Conference but on the return journey complained of feeling unwell and last Saturday 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 large part in the work of the Returned Soldiers’ Association and often acted as referee for football clubs. He also took a keen interest in horticulture. Entering the Ministry 32 years ago, he did great work as a padre in the Great War, and always had the welfare of returned men at heart. During the course of his ministry he travelled a good deal in New Zealand, visiting many centres and having been stationed at Waimate, Kaiapoi and Wellington. He was 61 years of age. He is survived by his widow and one daughter, Mrs Chapman of Karori. MR E. F. DUTHIE By Telegraph—Press Association DUNEDIN, March 13. Mr Edward F. Duthie, who died this morning, was a native of Dunedin, and was born on November 23, 1860. He joined the firm of James Duthie and Co. who carried on the business of general carriers and contractors in 1887, and remained in it until its 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 his seat on the board of directors and for the last four years was chairman. For nearly 40 years he was closely connected with the Otago Agricultural and pastoral Society and was appointed secretary in 17D3, resigning in 1901 and was president in 1907 and 1908. He again accepted the secretaryship in 1921, holding office until, owing to ill-health, he retired from active work a few years ago.

MR SYDNEY J. SOUTHERN United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph—Copyright (Received March 13, 5.5 p.m.) LONDON, March 13. The death is announced of Mr J. Southern, editor of “Wisden’s,” who collapsed after speaking at the Ferret Cricket Club's dinner at the Oval. Mr Southern had recently been in poor health, but was cheerful during the dinner. He proposed the toast of “Cricket,” and sat down apparently unwell. He was carried to an anteroom, where he died before the arrival of the doctors. The guests immediately dispersed.

MR MICHAEL PUPIN United Press Association —By Electric Telegraph—Copyright (Received March 13, 9.5 p.m.) NEW YORK, March 12. The death has occurred of Mr Michael Pupin, the internationally known physicist and inventor. MR GEORGE EARLE BUCKLE United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph—Copyright (Received March 13, 7.30 p.m.) LONDON, March 13. The death has occurred of Mr George Earle Buckle, journalist and author, aged 71. He was editor of “The Times” from 1884 to 1912.