Irwin Meacham Batham

Died at Khandallah, Wellington

Irwin Batham was educated at the old Cathedral School and Christ's College, Christchurch, and at Wellington College. He became a law student at Victoria College in 1901, and for several years was one of the most enthusiastic members of the Tennis and Hockey Clubs. He was a member of the First Eleven of the latter Club in its first year. Leaving Victoria College to join a legal firm in Gisborne, he was attacked by pleurisy, and by neglecting his health, sowed the seeds of the illness which proved fatal. He was devoted to principle and possessed a resolution and courage which enabled him to endure the greatest suffering with calm and characteristic fortitude. He was quiet and reserved in disposition, had a clear and critical head, a kindly heart, and a clean mind.