Geraldine

New Zealand Tablet, 20 May 1915, Page 15

Geraldine

(From an occasional correspondent.) The recent mayoral election, in which Dr. Hislop, a gentleman highly respected by all classes of the citizens, was opposed to the late Mayor (Mr. J. Kennedy), resulted, as was anticipated, in a closely-fought contest, the returning officer being unable to give either candidate a majority. At the draw Dr. Hislop was successful. Mr. Kennedy, who is known to many of your readers, is a Catholic gentleman of broad sympathies and tireless energy in working in the interests of others, and, although the leading spirit in the public life of the district for many years, he has found time to devote his attention to other matters. In volunteering hef took a very keen interest, and accepted the Territorial system as being a step in the right direction towards increasing the efficiency of the manhood of the Dominion. He has been rewarded for his energy in this direction by now holding the rank of major. His interest in sport, too, is well known, and, since accepting the presidency of the N.Z. Athletic and Cycling Union, he has done a good deal towards'keeping the sport clean.