SEGRAVE’S DEATH.

Waikato Times, Volume 107, Issue 18048, 17 June 1930, Page 7

SEGRAVE’S DEATH.

COUNTRY SHOCKED.

TRIBUTES TO SKILL AND COURAGE

WORLD-WIDE SYMPATHY. United Press Assn.—Elec, Tel. Copyright, LONDON, June 15. ' The death of~Sir Henry Segrave in yesterday’s disaster on Lake Windermere, after he had achieved the world’s water speed record, has deeply shocked the country. The world’s most famous, drivers on land and water pay eloquent tributes to his skill and courage, ■which were combined with an engaging modesty which made him one of the most popular sportsmen in England. The Times-says: "By his courage, his determination, his vitality, his devotion to an end, Sir Henry Segrave set an example to all. A man of genius in his own Helds, he must be counted among those who have deserved well of their King, and his name will be remembered in honour.”

The Manchester Guardian says: “He is lost in the undying attempt to discipline the forces of nature to man’s purposes, like the men who have died to make flight safer and quicker for the bulk of us. Segrave w r as setting experimentally a pace that may be normal to our grandsons. The speedboat will no doubt be the parent of faster and yet more reliable motor craft than any we yet. know, and Segrave’s brave grasp at the unattempted will assuredly rank as an heroic enterprise.” Royal Sympathy.

Messages of condolence have been received by Lady Segrave from all parts of the world. King George and Queen Mary expressed their sympathy in the following message: “It is with much regret that the King and Queen have learned of the tragic death of Sir Henry Segrave, and I am commanded to convey to you an expression of The'ir Majesties’ heartfelt sympathy in your irreparable loss. The. King recalls with pleasure the occasion at Bognor Regis when he conferred a knighthood upon Sir Henry, and His Majesty mourns the death of one whose intrepid adventures on land and water were the admiration of the whole world.” The Prince of Wales also sent a message, saying: “Please accept my deepest sympathy in your and this country’s great loss.”

The watch which was used for timing the Miss England has been presented to Sir Henry’s father.

The Daily Herald publishes a special message from the Prime Minister, Mr MacDonald, In which he says: “The achievement ’ which cost Sir Henry Segrave his life will be a lasting record. But it is time to count the cost and apply the knowledge now gained of speed.”