The Intelligencer July 7, 1917 (page 2)

“Belleville! Get Behind Your Veterans!! And Patronize The Grand Musical Festival Week of July 23^rd at City Hall, with Miss Isolde Menges, England’s Greatest Violinist, Miss Eileen Beattie, Pianist.

In Aid of Great War Veterans of Belleville. Seats on Sale at Doyle’s Drug Store and C. W. Lindsay, Limited. Admission 50¢. Season Tickets for Full Course—$2.50.”

The Intelligencer July 7, 1917 (page 3)

“Fry’s Makes muscle for the munition worker. The Great Food Drink.

Most drinks are mere stimulants. FRY’S Cocoa, however, is a complete food in itself. Remember—nothing will do but FRY’S.”

The Intelligencer July 7, 1917 (page 5)

“Women Needed At Once For Fruit Canneries. One Thousand Workers Needed to Prevent Canadian Fruit From Being Wasted. Toronto. ‘We cannot get enough girls to go into the canneries,’ said Miss Winnifred Harvey of the Government Employment Bureau this morning. ‘It seems so strange that the people in the country prefer to work in the cool canneries, where they can sit down at their work, while the girls from the city prefer to get out in the hot sun and pick fruit. The hours are the same, ten hours a day, and the money about the same, but we cannot get nearly enough help for the canneries.’

Between 500 and 1,000 workers will be needed for the various canning factories, and any one who can, should offer as the need is very great.

‘The Woman About Town’ in the Toronto Telegram comments upon the need of woman help in Canadian fruit fields and canneries as follows: Women Needed at Once. ‘Time and time again these past few weeks we have been told that we are facing the most perilous period of the war. Hence could anything be more hideous than to hear so many tales of so many women who are slackening their efforts.

Think of our decreasing recruiting figures. Yet on every side are seen girls still tolerating the attentions of youths who are physically fit, while the Red Cross Societies report work rooms being shut up for the summer and regular supplies falling off. …  Women and girls of the British Isles, Belgium and France have risen to a sense of their duty. Is it possible the women kin of Canada’s gallant army will fail.’ ”

The Intelligencer July 7, 1917 (page 7)

“Belleville’s Great War Veterans to Hold a Musical Festival. In the years to come Belleville will have many opportunities to show its appreciation of the magnificent work done for the Life and Liberty of our country by her glorious sons who are writing into history the undying story of heroism and self-sacrifice, with their life’s blood; but the first opportunity, there is always a beginning, will come on the week of July 23^rd, when the Great War Veterans Association of Canada, Belleville branch makes its initial bow as impresario, presenting a week of Music such as Belleville has never had the privilege to hear before.

Miss Isolde Menges, England’s greatest Violinist, accompanied by Miss Eileen Beattie, at the Heintzman and Co., Piano, kindly loaned for the week by The C. W. Lindsay, Limited, will be heard in a change of programme each concert ranging from the most classic selections to the most popular tune, to suit every ear and every taste. …

It is to be hoped that every citizen of Belleville will keep in mind the fact that they are being called upon to respond to the first call of our veterans, as our veterans have responded to the first call of their country, and should attend at least one of the concerts during the week of July 23^rd.”

The Intelligencer July 6, 1917 (page 3)

“Cash for your old iron! Beginning tomorrow we will pay every Hydro user in this town, Cash for old irons. These old irons will be sold as scrap and the money will be given to the Red Cross.

This is your opportunity to get a really dependable Electric Iron – made for You – and also help the Red Cross in its splendid work.

This offer is for a limited time only. Watch tomorrow’s papers, and—bring us your old iron. Hydro-Electric Power Commission of Ontario.”

 

The Intelligencer July 5, 1917 (page 1)

“Confederation was celebrated in the ‘Old Kirk’ on Sunday afternoon when a service of song and responsive readings was supplemented by addresses by Rev. A. S. Kerr, Rev. E. C. Currie, Wm. McIntosh, W. J. Campbell and Col. W. N. Ponton. Incidental to the reading of the Roll of Honor of the church, which was unveiled by Col. Ponton, the King’s Military Medal, won by Private Brooks, and inscribed ‘For Bravery in the Field,’ was presented through his two sisters who were present.

Nine of the sons of St. Andrew’s have fallen in the war. The church was beautifully decorated and the service was most impressive. The choir sang as anthem, ‘Lest We Forget,’ and ‘We Stand on Guard for Thee.’ ”

The Intelligencer July 5, 1917 (page 6)

“Nursing Sister Geen, C.A.M.C., has left Halifax for Quebec, with returning soldiers. As soon as duty permits she will leave for Belleville. Miss Geen was one of the first nurses to go on duty. Before the beginning of the war she had graduated from the Military Hospital at Halifax, and was one of the few military nurses in Canada when the call came. She has had much experience in England, France and Belgium recently and was near Ypres, close to the line where German shells were falling.”

 

The Intelligencer July 3, 1917 (page 1)

“The Jubilee of Confederation was fittingly commemorated in Belleville by patriotic citizens. The thought foremost in all minds and the dominating note in the commemoration of this important event in Canadian history was the great war being waged for the life of the Empire and freedom of the world from the threat of German military domination.

In all churches Sunday appropriate reference was made to the fiftieth anniversary of the Confederation of Canada and the duties and responsibilities of nationhood in this critical time.

On Monday the civic commemoration of the Jubilee of Confederation took the form of a public parade, followed by brief addresses. The parade formed up at the armouries and headed by the I.O.O.F. band, marched along the principal streets. The line-up included the Public School Cadets, officers and members of the Canadian Expeditionary Forces, now being enrolled here for service overseas, veterans of the present war invalided home to Canada after participating in the battles of the Empire overseas, some of them walking and others whose disabilities prevented their walking, riding in motor cars. Veterans of the Fenian Raid, South African war and Northwest Rebellion, proudly wearing their medals of active service, also took part in the parade. …

The streets were lined with citizens and enthusiastic cheers greeted the procession as it moved along the streets. Returning to the Armouries brief addresses were made by Mayor Ketcheson and Sir Mackenzie Bowell which were greatly appreciated by the large number present and liberally applauded. …

Sir Mackenzie Bowell was greeted with enthusiastic cheers showing that the veteran statesman still retains the respect and esteem of the citizens of Belleville, which has been his during the many years of his active and useful life and public service. …  Particularly appropriate was the presence and address of Sir Mackenzie Bowell on this occasion. A member of the first Parliament after Confederation he bridged the years of Canada’s fifty years of development into a strong young nation, bearing his ninety-four years of life with a youthful vigor, matured and active mentally and still erect physique he typified strong and vigorous Canadianism, ever alert and progressive along lines dictated by the highest ideals of nationhood.”

The Intelligencer July 3, 1917 (page 5)

“Funds For War Veterans’ Club. The total collections altogether will amount to $900, which in itself bears out the patriotic spirit of the people of Belleville and vicinity.

Great credit is due to the Argyle, Quinte and St. Julien Chapters of the I.O.D.E. of this city, who, with their assistants, made every effort to make the day a success. They allowed no person to escape, and many people volunteered three or four times to buy the badges during the day.

Late in the afternoon a telegram was received by the president of the Great War Veterans Association from Mr. E. Guss Porter, K.C., M.P., who is now at Mt. Clemens, Mich., stating that he was pleased to donate $100 to the fund. With collections, this brought the total up to $844, and Saturday evening Mrs. R. J. Graham kindly contributed $56, making a grand total of $900.

The Great War Veterans of Belleville take this opportunity of expressing their sincere thanks to the ladies of the I.O.D.E. and their many kind helpers and also to those people who kindly responded so generously to their patriotic appeal.”

The Intelligencer July 3, 1917 (page 5)

“Appointed to Position. Word has been received here that Mrs. Mary E. Hyman, of this city, widow of the late Lieut. Eugene Hyman, has been appointed stamp vendor at the Belleville Post Office. The late Lieut. Hyman was killed at Courcellette.”

The Intelligencer July 3, 1917 (page 5)

“Historical Poster. In the window of the McKeown drug store is an interesting page in Belleville history in the form of a full sheet poster advertising the celebration of Dominion Day, 1878, and the inauguration of Belleville as a city. A feature of the procession participation is by the 15^th and 49^th Battalions, 500 firemen and military and I.O.O.F. bands, a programme of sports, torchlight procession and fireworks.

A banquet at the Dafoe House was advertised to begin at 6 p.m. and from the menu and wine list announced it promised to continue for some time. The poster bears the name of Alex. Robertson, Mayor; Morgan Jellett, Honorary Treasurer; D. B. Robertson; Honorary Secretary, D. Price; and James St. Charles, Chairman of committees.”

The Intelligencer June 30, 1917 (page 1)

“Memorial Service. At St. Thomas Church tomorrow evening a memorial service will be held for two brothers, who have fallen in battle, namely Privates Clayton and Isaac Pickell, whose widowed mother resides on Pinnacle Street. The Rector, Ven. Archdeacon Beamish will officiate.”

[Private Clayton Pickell died on May 24, 1916. He is commemorated on Page 148 of the First World War Book of Remembrance.]

[Private Isaac Joseph Pickell died on June 2, 1916. He is commemorated on Page 148 of the First World War Book of Remembrance.]

The Intelligencer June 30, 1917 (page 1)

“Soldiers’ Tag Day. Tag Day for the returned soldiers was successful in every way. The ladies of the Daughter of the Empire undertook in this way to raise funds to furnish the club rooms of the Great War Veterans’ Association and a very liberal response was given by the citizens. From early this morning a number of young ladies have been busy disposing of the tags with their patriotic emblem of a Canadian soldier backed by the Union Jack and a substantial sum will be realized.”

The Intelligencer June 30, 1917 (page 1)

“Lieut. David Vandewater Ketcheson, M.C., who went over to the front with the 21^st Battalion, as a private, and won his promotion on the field, and was afterwards severely wounded on Vimy Ridge in a trench raid, February 22^nd of this year, is returning home on a two months’ leave and is expected to arrive in Belleville Sunday night or Monday morning. Lieut. Ketcheson is a son of His Worship, Mayor Ketcheson, of this city.”

The Intelligencer June 30, 1917 (page 2)

“Veterans, Attention! There will be a Parade to Celebrate the 50^th Anniversary of Confederation. The Parade will form at the Armouries at 9.45 Monday, July 2^nd.

Veterans of 65.-6, 85, the South African war and present war are particularly requested to attend wearing their medals. Also all other Veterans of the Army and Navy who have participated in any engagements with the British Army or Navy. It is desired also to have all Cadets in attendance. E. D. O’Flynn, Lieut. Col., Commanding 15^th Regt. C. D. F.”

The Intelligencer June 30, 1917 (page 4)

“Save the Food and Serve the Empire! The Average Canadian Family Wastes Enough to Feed a Soldier.

Intelligent economy in the kitchen can do much to prevent the threatened world famine—can counteract the effect of high prices—and can replace growing debt with systematic saving.

You’ll be helping to relieve the food shortage—saving your own money—and putting yourself in a position to buy Canadian War Savings Certificates and help win the war. The National Service Board of Canada, Ottawa.”

The Intelligencer June 30, 1917 (page 10)

“Gillette. Are You Using the Razor Chosen by the Allied Armies? Only proven efficiency survives in this war. Men, weapons and equipment must make good beyond question—or go to the scrap heap. A year’s active service is a sterner test than a decade of peace!

Gillette Safety Razor Co. of Canada, Limited. No Stropping. No Honing.”

 

The Intelligencer June 29, 1917 (page 1)

“Mayor Calls on People to Observe Fiftieth Anniversary of Confederation. As will be noticed from the advertisement on another page, His Worship Mayor Ketcheson has issued a proclamation to the loyal and patriotic people of Belleville to duly observe Monday, the 2^nd day of July, as a holiday and a day of supreme and religious recognition and patriotic demonstration.

He also announces that this celebration of the 50^th Anniversary of Confederation is to be marked by a parade of the Army and Navy Veterans, School Cadets, and the band, which will form up at the Armouries and proceed up Front Street to the upper bridge and then return to the Armouries. Short addresses will then be delivered by Sir Mackenzie Bowell and the Mayor.

His Worship invites all citizens to be present on this occasion, to display flags, bunting and other decorations at their homes and places of business in honor of the event. Mayor Ketcheson is to be commended for his enterprise, and it is to be hoped the citizens will enter heartily into the spirit of the occasion.”

The Intelligencer June 29, 1917 (page 1)

“Allied Armies Must Be Supplied with Food. Stop Waste in Canada. Ottawa. In a statement issued last night, Hon. W. J. Hanna, the newly appointed food controller, reviews the food situation in Canada, emphasizes the need of the allies, urges economy and the prevention of waste in food and bespeaks whole-hearted public co-operation. …

Great Britain, France, Italy, Belgium and their European allies are wholly unable to supply the allied armies at the front and on the way. …  Their food shortage and the food to supply the armies of Canada and the United States must be wholly provided from this side of the Atlantic. …

There must be national self-denial and national co-operation to provide the necessary supplies. …  these are some measures that are so obviously right that we ask that they be adopted at once and that the men and women of the Dominion pledge themselves to their observance.

They include: USE PERISHABLE GOODS. Maximum production. The largest possible consumption of perishable foodstuffs in order to liberate the storeable foods for transportation. The adoption of war menus. The prevention of food waste.

STOP FOOD WASTE. Food is being wasted in the stores, hotels, restaurants, clubs and homes of the Dominion. It is the duty of every citizen dealing in or preparing and serving food to adopt measures which will eliminate waste entirely. …

APPEAL TO CHURCHES. Public realization of the true food position is imperative. We make an earnest appeal to the churches of the Dominion to lay the facts and the needs of the situation strongly before their congregations.

The soldiers at the front expect the men and women of Canada to do their share in providing the necessary food. They must not be disappointed. …  Food conservation is essential to win the war.”

The Intelligencer June 29, 1917 (page 2)

“Celebration of the Jubilee of Confederation. H. F. Ketcheson, Esq., Mayor of The City of Belleville. Whereas His Honor the Lieutenant-Governor has proclaimed Sunday, the 1^st day of July next, as a day of solemn and religious recognition by our people of the benefits and blessings which have been vouchsafed to us by Providence, as a Dominion, and urges and requests that all churches and Sunday Schools and associations of a like character fittingly commemorate the occasion to the end that as a people we may offer our tribute of gratitude to Almighty God, as well as our supplications for the continued welfare of the nation.

And whereas His Honor has further proclaimed Monday, the 2^nd day of July next, as a day for public and patriotic demonstrations of the devotion of the people to our national institutions and ideals, and for that purpose calls upon all municipal authorities, educational and patriotic organizations to arrange local demonstrations in suitable places. …

In compliance with this proclamation I, as Mayor of the City of Belleville, do now most respectfully ask the wholehearted assistance of the citizens in responding to the requests of His Honor the Lieutenant-Governor, as above set forth. …  Mayor’s Office, Belleville, June 28, 1917. GOD SAVE THE KING.”

 

The Intelligencer June 28, 1917 (page 1)

“Promotion Examinations Belleville High School. Bright Pupils Who Were Successful in Passing Their Examinations—Some Promoted For Empire Service Rendered In Farm Labor.

Promoted on Farm Labor: Henry Buck, Harvey Chisholm, George Clarke, Morely Davidson. …  Promoted on Farm Labor: Gordon Robertson, Ted Wallbridge, Max Herity, Clare Mott, Bob Lazier.”

The Intelligencer June 28, 1917 (page 7)

“Soldiers of the Soil. The Ontario Government for the purpose of encouraging boys to work upon farms, especially during the summer holidays, has to a certain sense made it a part of the military service of the country. It has been termed ‘Soldiers of the Soil,’ and ‘Farm Service Corps.’ Every boy engaged in this important branch of work is the recipient of a button or badge from the Government, and last evening at the City Hall a number of Belleville boys, who at present are young farmers, were presented with their badge of honor.

There were a number of parents of the boys and others present at the pleasing function. Previous to the gathering being called to order the boys who occupied the central part of the hall, enlivened the proceedings with a number of songs, which were much appreciated. …  Mayor Ketcheson said he had a friendly feeling for the boys. He loved the boys who at present are rising to the occasion to do their bit, the same as the boys overseas are doing. They were engaged in grand work which was as necessary as it was to fight. …

Mr. R. J. Graham spoke briefly, and stated that when the boys get up so early in the morning as they are to help on the farm, they will make good boys. He appreciated what the mothers have done for these boys. He had 15 boys on his farm and they are doing good service. If the boys in all parts of the Province are doing as well as the boys from Belleville, they are certainly doing a grand work and much credit is due them. We are proud of them. It is vital to the country at the present time to make the farm produce as much as it is possible to do so. …

The presentation of medals followed and the boys were called upon the platform and given their medals which bears the Provincial coat of Arms, above which are the words ‘Farm Service Corps’ and below 1917. …  Mr. Brockell, Secretary of Belleville Y.M.C.A., stated that an effort would be made to have a day set apart for an athletic meet for the boys.

The meeting was closed by singing the National Anthem, and the pronouncing of the benediction by Ven. Archdeacon Beamish.”

The Intelligencer June 27, 1917 (page 1)

“Parade of Veterans. On Monday the Jubilee of Confederation will be commemorated in Belleville by a parade, following by brief addresses. Arrangements are being made to have the members of the Canadian Expeditionary Forces at present in the city, together with members of the Great War Veterans’ Association, Fenian Raid veterans of ’66, and South African war veterans assemble at the Armouries at ten o’clock Monday morning, and make a short parade along Front street.

Returning to the Armouries brief addresses will be made by local speakers, and it is hoped to have an address from Sir Mackenzie Bowell, himself a veteran of ’66.”

The Intelligencer June 27, 1917 (page 2)

“Socks for Soldiers. A hand-painted patriotic poster on exhibition in the store window of Tickell & Sons, is attracting much favorable attention. The poster was painted by a lady resident of New York, who formerly lived in Belleville, and the theme is an appeal to knit socks for the soldiers and leave fancy work until the war is over.”

The Intelligencer June 27, 1917 (page 2)

“Buttons for the Boys. The movement for increased production is gaining favor throughout Canada. The Ontario Government specially recognizing the boys who are helping on the farms at this time, as well as those who have certain garden plots under cultivation. ‘Farm Service Corps’ as they are called are being recognized and a special button given to every boy engaged in this service.

Recognizing their touch, with a great many of these boys the Government asked the National Y.M.C.A. Boys’ Department to supervise the distribution of these buttons. Those in the Belleville district will be presented tonight at the City Hall, 8 p.m. …  Every boy engaged in this service with his parents and employer, are especially urged to be present.”

The Intelligencer June 27, 1917 (page 3)

“Are You an Asset to Canada—or are You a Liability? Are you helping to win the War? Or could Canada put up a better fight without you?

Are you working—saving—paying—to back up the men at the front? Or are you loafing—wasting—spending on selfish indulgences the money that should be loaned to the Nation?

Food is short the world over! Every housewife in Canada should devote herself earnestly to the problem of conserving it—of feeding our people well, yet economically and without waste.

Everyone should save—and lend the savings to the nation! Canada needs every dollar you can invest in War Savings Certificates. The National Service Board of Canada, Ottawa.”

The Intelligencer June 27, 1917 (page 5)

“Cooks, Stewards and Boy Stewards are wanted for the term of the war, for service on the ships of the Canadian Naval Patrols Guarding Canadian Coasts.

The service is most useful and is well paid. Stewards and Cooks get $1.50 per day with $25.00 separation monthly and free food and kit. Boy Stewards get 50¢ a day and free messing and kit. Dept. of the Naval Services, Ottawa.”

 

The Intelligencer June 26, 1917 (page 2)

“Tag Day for the Veterans. Saturday will be ‘Tag Day’ in Belleville when the ladies of the Independent Orders of the Daughters of the Empire will tag generous citizens for the benefit of The Great War Veterans’ Association of Belleville. The soldiers, who have crossed the seas to fight for the freedom of Canada and the Empire and have returned battle-scarred from the strenuous life in the trenches, hold a warm place in the hearts of all patriotic Canadians and their ‘Tag Day’ should meet with a hearty response.

The Veterans have opened club rooms in the Corby building, Front Street, and it is desired to raise sufficient funds to furnish the rooms which will be used as headquarters for the returned soldiers of this vicinity. The rooms should be made as comfy and home-like as possible to recompense in small measure the brave soldiers who endured every discomfort and faced every sacrifice that Empire might live.

One of the chief objects of the Great War Veterans’ Association is in looking after the interests of the returned soldier, helping him to secure suitable employment or arranging for vocational training to fit him for the work in which he is most adapted. In this connection the officers of the Association will be pleased to have the co-operation of employers who can assist greatly by notifying the Association of vacancies which may occur.”

The Intelligencer June 26, 1917 (page 2)

“Invalided Home. Private Ernest Victor Edmunds, who left Belleville with the 155^th Battalion, has been invalided home, arriving here today. The young soldier was taken to his home on the Cannifton Road.”

The Intelligencer June 26, 1917 (page 2)

“ ‘Soldiers of the Soil.’ The Ontario Government have decided to recognize every boy who is helping in the movement for increased production. A special button has been struck off and will be presented  to each boy who works through the season on the farm; all those completing the season’s work will be given a diploma showing that they have done their ‘bit’ at this time.

Warning is given by eminent students of political economy that there is bound to be a food shortage not only for this season, but for some time to come; it is, therefore, imperative that every effort be made for a huge increase in the amount of food produced in this country.

The Organization of Resources Committee have asked the Canadian Y. M. C. A. National Council to co-operate in looking after these boys, and in the presentation of the buttons; for this purpose a public mass meeting will be held in the Belleville City Hall, Wednesday evening, 8 o’clock, when a representative of this movement will be present and in co-operation with a local committee carry out the presentation of buttons.”

The Intelligencer June 26, 1917 (page 2)

“Wounded and Missing. The following telegram received by Mrs. P. Maracle of this city speaks for itself. Ottawa, Ont., June 21, 17. Mrs. P. Maracle, Belleville, Ont. A. M. M. 413. Sincerely regret to inform you that cable received to-day states that 219,361 Pte. Phillip Maracle, infantry, previously reported wounded, now reported wounded and missing, May 10^th, 1917. Will send further particulars when received. Officer in Charge Records.”

The Intelligencer June 26, 1917 (page 5)

“The following letter has been sent by Col. H. C. Osborne, A.A.G., to the commanding officers of all city units, both of the militia and the permanent force.

‘The Honorable Minister of Militia and Defence has authorized a parade and review of Canadian Expeditionary Force troops and City Corps, including reserve militia battalions, in large centres of this district on Monday, July 2^nd, to celebrate the jubilee of Confederation.

One day’s pay will be issued to all ranks of the active and reserve militia. Every endeavor should be made to ensure the success of this parade and it is hoped that the unit under your command will parade at full strength. Details of arrangements will be published later.”

The Intelligencer June 26, 1917 (page 5)

“ ‘Afternoon Tea In Friendly Village.’ The entertainment given in Queen Mary School last evening by the West Belleville War Workers for the benefit of the Red Cross, was an unqualified success, with a large attendance of patrons and a program which was pleasing from beginning to end.

The principal feature of the program was a dramatic sketch entitled, ‘Afternoon Tea in Friendly Village,’ which introduced village characters appropriately costumed in the garments worn in the year 1862. An old-fashioned quilting bee in which all the neighbors gathered to piece quilts and exchange the latest gossip for a cup of tea and hot biscuits was the medium for many quips and local hits, also showing the incredulity manifested by the people of that time over the first whisperings of scientific invention destined to revolutionize the world in the use of electricity, aerial navigation, telephone communication, etc. …

During the evening a drawing took place for a sofa pillow, donated by Mrs. Hale, and ticket No. 231, held by Mrs. Legault, won the prize. …  The sum of seventy dollars was realized from the entertainment.”

 

 

The Intelligencer June 25, 1917 (page 1)

“Income Tax May Be Graded. Ottawa. Sir Thomas White, Finance Minister, in his speech on the Conscription Bill gave a broad hint at income tax. He said he thought that much of the agitation for the so-called conscription of wealth had arisen from the fact that in every town and city there were to be found a few men who were both rich and close, and were not contributing to the Patriotic Fund.

‘I will say to this House that if I can make them contribute I will do it,’ said the Minister amid applause. ‘I am not sure that it would not be well in connection with income taxation, if we bring it down, that men should be exempted to the extent of their contribution to Patriotic and Red Cross funds because if you impose taxation you will stop—not altogether, but to some extent—the free flow of voluntary giving to these funds.”

The Intelligencer June 25, 1917 (page 2)

“Major Templeton Arrives Home. Major Jack Templeton, a well known Bellevillian, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Templeton of this city is at present here with his parents enjoying a well earned rest. The Major was a member of the 3^rd Canadian Pioneer Battalion, which went from Victoria B. C. Recently he returned to Canada on leave direct from France after nearly two years of active service along the front line.

The gallant Major was wounded in the body by shrapnel in May 1915, but returned to France after about six months in hospital in England. He arrived in Canada some time ago and has been recuperating at Chatham and Brockville previous to coming to Belleville. The Major is naturally pleased to be back again to his native town with his parents and to renew acquaintances.”