The Intelligencer October 12, 1918 (page 1)

“ ‘Cure’ for Spanish Flu Discovered. Pittsburg. Dr. George F. Baer, of the Homeopathic Hospital here, announced this afternoon that he has found a successful cure and preventive for Spanish influenza. Dr. Baer said tests on patients suffering from the disease and having fever of 103 have recovered under the treatment which also has proved a successful inoculation against the malady. In announcing the result of experiments since the epidemic began, Dr. Baer said the preparation used is not a scientific secret, but a combination of iodine and creosote.”

The Intelligencer October 12, 1918 (page 4)

“ ‘Telephone Service And Spanish Flu.’ In common with the general community, the operating staff has been affected by the present epidemic of colds and influenza and has been seriously depleted in consequence.

At the same time the volume of telephone calls has greatly increased. So many people are ill at home that the telephone has been used continuously and the load of extra calls on our depleted operating force has been very heavy.

Please keep this extraordinary situation in mind and USE YOUR TELEPHONE ONLY WHEN ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY. You will thus be helping to keep the service intact to meet the urgent needs of the community in the present emergency.

The Bell Telephone Company Of Canada.”

The Intelligencer October 12, 1918 (page 4)

“Khaki University Fully Established. Khaki University has been placed on an official and permanent basis. Acting on the recommendation of the Minister of Overseas Force, the Government has decided to establish a department for educational services in the Canadian Military Overseas Forces. …

Khaki University is the first of its kind to be officially established by any of the allied Governments. The order-in-Council under which it is created recites some of the educational work already accomplished among Canadian forces overseas. From October, 1917, to July 31, 1918, 9,000 members of the overseas forces registered in classes in England; 1,280 registered in correspondence work in England and France. During the same period, attendance at popular educational lectures was approximately 180,000, representing at least 45,000 individuals.

Owing to circumstances, statistics covering activities in France are not available. Were this possible, it is stated, the above figures would be very materially increased. Libraries and reading rooms established for educational purposes at the various centres were constantly in use during hours free from military duties. …  An allotment of $500,000 has been made by private contribution in Canada towards the work of education.”

The Intelligencer October 12, 1918 (page 5)

“Awarded Military Medal. Mrs. W. R. Taylor, Reid Street, city, has received a letter and a copy of an official notification from Mrs. Quintin Boyd, wife of Sergt. Quintin Boyd, that he had been awarded the Military Medal for gallantry and devotion to duty in the recent fighting.

Sergt. Boyd before enlisting in the 8^th Canadian Mounted Rifles as a private, was a fireman employed in this city on the Grand Trunk Railway, and was well known here. He was promoted to corporal and recently to the rank of sergeant for his good work and bravery in the field. The official notification from the Officer Commanding the 1^st Canadian Machine Gun Corps is as follows:

Dear Mrs. Boyd:—’I have great pleasure in informing you that your husband, Sergt. Q. Boyd, of this battalion, has been awarded the Military Medal for his gallant behaviour in the recent operations for courage and devotion to duty in the capture of Beaufort and Rouvroy on August 9^th, 1918. He was in charge of Machine Gun Battery Transports, and under great difficulty and enemy fire succeeded in keeping his transport well up with the attacking forces and thus assuring a constant supply of water and ammunition in the offensive action. All ranks join me in offering their heartiest congratulations. Yours sincerely, S. M. Watson, Lieut.-Col.”

The Intelligencer October 12, 1918 (page 5)

“Body Arrived Here. The body of Mr. Arthur G. Cousins who died at Oswego, accompanied by his wife and infant son, arrived here per G.T.R. at an early hour this morning, and was met at the depot by friends and escorted to his late home, corner of Wharf and Church streets.”

The Intelligencer October 12, 1918 (page 5)

“Arrived Safely Home. The many friends of Pte. Charles A. Simpson of this city, will be pleased to learn that he has arrived safely home. He came to the city yesterday.”

The Intelligencer October 12, 1918 (page 5)

“Answered Final Roll Call. Private Roy Gould, who was a member of the Depot Battalion stationed in this city, died at the hospital here last night from an attack of pneumonia. Deceased was 24 years of age, and was born at Napanee. Previous to enlistment Pte. Gould was for a year and a half a fireman on the Grand Trunk Railway. He was deservedly popular with his former employees and also with the members of the battalion. A father, brother and sister survive. The body, after being prepared for burial, was to-day taken to Napanee.”

[Note: Private Roy Ernest Gould died on October 11, 1918. He is commemorated on Page 417 of the First World War Book of Remembrance.]

The Intelligencer October 12, 1918 (page 6)

“Influenza. Many people read the instructions in the paper from different health officers. The first rule was Go to bed and call a Physician; later in the same article they stated there was No Specific for the disease; also The After Effects of Influenza are worse than the disease.

The medical profession in making such statements don’t seem to give the public credit for even common intelligence. What’s the idea? Demand we have him call, look, ho-hum, and pay for doing nothing? Now how about the after effects? The most common one is Pneumonia. This is an old time disease, almost as old as the medical profession. Why don’t they do something?

Many people are inquiring as to whether Chiropractors handle influenza. We have a number of patients and they are all doing fine and not one case has developed any serious after effects. We also claim that Chiropractor adjustments are a preventative if taken in time. Drs. Redick & Redick. Phone 900. 26 Victoria.”

The Intelligencer October 12, 1918 (page 10)

“Why Canada must borrow money to carry on—a nation at war must make tremendous expenditures in cash to keep up her armies and supply them with munitions, food and clothing; Canada must finance many millions of dollars of export trade in food, munitions and supplies which Britain and our allies must have on credit.

For these purposes Canada must borrow hundreds of millions of dollars. And, this money must be borrowed from the people of Canada. Therefore, Canada will presently come to her people for a new Victory Loan to carry on.

Be ready when the call comes to see your country through in its great war work.

Issued by Canada’s Victory Loan Committee in co-operation with the Minister of Finance of the Dominion of Canada.”

 

The Intelligencer October 11, 1918 (page 1)

“Meet Minister of Labor Tonight at High School Hall. Workingmen, organized or unorganized, and citizens generally, are invited to meet the Hon. T. W. Crothers, Minister of Labor in the Dominion Cabinet, at the High School Assembly Hall, this evening, where he will give an address on the labor situation in Canada. …

The Minister of Labor is a Bay of Quinte ‘Old Boy’ and as such alone is worthy of a hearty and cordial reception from Belleville citizens. …  Members of labor organizations, railway employees and workers generally, men and women, are invited to be present. The meeting will begin at 8.15 o’clock and is under the auspices of the Belleville Board of Trade.”

The Intelligencer October 11, 1918 (page 1)

“Appreciated Socks. France, Sept. 6^th, 18. Mrs. L. Massey, R. R. No. 2, Belleville, Ont. Dear Friend: Through the kindness of the member of the Queen Alexandra Red Cross Society and Mrs. Frank Aikens (nee Nellie Spafford) I received last night through the War Contingent Association a parcel containing six pairs of socks. Owing to the nature of the fighting at present and the fact that we have been ‘hard at it’ for a month the members of the gun crews on which I serve were just about stranded for socks this morning when I gave a pair to each of them, keeping one pair, of course for myself. In the pair I kept I found your helpful and cheering note.

The socks were as much appreciated as they were needed—they could not have reached us at a better time. But even more appreciated were your words of cheer. We know that we have the people at home at our backs and it helps more than you can imagine. Thanking you again, I remain, Yours faithfully, Earl W. VanBlaricom.”

The Intelligencer October 11, 1918 (page 7)

“Pte. Labarge Killed. Mr. Frank Labarge of Faraday, North Hastings, received a message on Monday that his son, Pte. Antoine Labarge, had been killed in action. Pte. Labarge went overseas with the 254^th Battalion from Belleville.”

The Intelligencer October 11, 1918 (page 7)

“ ‘Trafalgar Day,’ October 21, will be observed in the schools of the Province of Ontario with appropriate exercises tending to awaken interest among the children in historical events, the glorious traditions of the British navy, and national patriotism. The Ontario Navy League has prepared an interesting program of song and recitations to be used in the schools and Mr. Alex Ray, local representative of the Navy League is to-day consulting with the local Board of Education and teachers in regard to a fitting observation of ‘Trafalgar Day’ in the Belleville schools.”

The Intelligencer October 11, 1918 (page 7)

“Pte. Lorne E. Young Wounded. Mrs. Matilda Young of Perth, received word on Monday, that her son, Lorne Edward Young, No. 3057657, was officially reported admitted to the 30^th Casualty Clearing Station, on Sept. 28^th, suffering from gunshot wounds in the right thigh. Pte. Lorne Young entered the service at Belleville, last spring, and sailed for overseas on the 5^th of April, arriving in England on the 20^th, and went to France on the 4^th of September. He was evidently engaged in the heavy fighting of Canadians in the assault upon the city of Cambrai.

Lorne gave up a good position in The Intelligencer Office, and learned his trade as printer in the Expositor Office, Perth. He worked for some time on the Regina Leader. The many friends of Pte. Young in Belleville will hope for him a speedy recovery.”

The Intelligencer October 10, 1918 (page 1)

“Suggest Lifting Ban on Liquors. Ottawa. On account of the wide prevalence of influenza the suggestion is being made to the Government to remove, as a purely temporary measure, the ban on liquors. Whiskey is used extensively in the treatment of pneumonia with which many of the influenza cases become complicated, and in Ontario, for example, it can be secured only from a Provincial Government vendor acting upon a prescription from a physician. The prescription costs $2 and the liquor from $2 upwards per imperial quart. …  The matter has not yet been considered by the Cabinet.”

The Intelligencer October 10, 1918 (page 3)

“Ross Ketcheson Was Killed in Action. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Ketcheson, of Madoc, have received the following letters from France giving particulars of the death of their son, Ross Ketcheson, who went overseas with the 80^th Battalion from Belleville, and was killed in action last month:

‘In the Field, France, Sept. 9, 1918. Dear Mrs. Ketcheson:—Being a chum of Ross ever since the battalion came to France, I take the liberty of writing to you. I was right handy when Ross got fatally wounded. We were all together at the time and under heavy shell fire. We kept close to one another because of that reason, for we never know when our time may come. His death was instant, I am glad to say, and he suffered no pain.

The boys of the running section which Ross was in, are very much cut up over it. Every body liked him very much. We took his body out with us and the boys in the section have given him a good burial with a wreath. They don’t know the exact location, but will find out and let you know. I have a few of his trinkets that he packed around with him, which I am forwarding at the same time as this letter. One is a paper knife, also three badges. My home is in Toronto and if I am spared at the end I will call and see you.

The boys send their sympathy. We shall never forget what a good comrade he was with us all. A boy and a soldier to be proud of. I will close now, assuring you that his grave will be well looked after while we are in France. I remain, Yours sincerely, Albert Shred, No. 161251, Runners, 102 Canadian Battalion, France.’

‘France, Sept. 9, 1918. Dear Mrs. Ketcheson:—Just a few lines to tell you how sorry we are to lose Ross and to sympathize with you. He was an ideal comrade  and friend; always bright and happy. It was a pleasure to have him with us. He was always ready to do anything asked him, whether work or play, and we all miss him very much. His body was brought down to our transport lines, and you will be notified of his grave location. I was over to see it, but of course, I can not tell you until we are away from here, just where it is. All the officers and men thought a great deal of him.

Hoping that it will bring you comfort in your bereavement in knowing that your son was one of the best, I remain, Yours truly, J. A. Hall, Cpl., 101167, 102 Batt., Runners, France.’ ”

[Note: Private Ross Stanley Ketcheson died on September 2, 1918. He is commemorated on Page 441 of the First World War Book of Remembrance.]

The Intelligencer October 10, 1918 (page 3)

“Pleasure Clubs’ Coal Restricted. Regulations to restrict the fuel consumption of private country clubs, golf, yacht and canoe clubs, have just been approved by order-in-council, at the instance of Mr. C. A. Magrath, Fuel Controller. During the period from December 15, 1918, to March 15, 1919, no country club, golf, yacht or canoe club is to burn or use fuel of any description or to use power derived from any such fuel for purposes of heating and cooking. There is no restriction, however, on the use of peat by any such club when such wood or peat is available.”

The Intelligencer October 10, 1918 (page 3)

“Veterans’ Grievances Will be Investigated. The Belleville Branch of the G. W. V. A. had one of the largest meetings since its inception on Monday night at their spacious club rooms in the Corby building. Many matters of importance to returned soldiers and dependents were taken up and discussed and the reports show many cases of pension, separation allowance that have been adjusted satisfactorily by this organization.

A most important Committee was appointed consisting of Comrades Ponton, Harris, Carter, and Edmonson, to investigate all complaints and grievances with reference to pensions in this district. This committee invite all returned soldiers whether members of the Great War Veterans’ Association or not, or any dependents of soldiers, to interview any member of the Committee, when the case or cases will be thoroughly investigated and sent to the representative of the Great War Veterans’ Association in Ottawa to take up personally with the Board of Pension Commissioners. …

After the meeting refreshments were served and all the Comrades present entered into the spirit of the Association. The Great War Veterans of this city are greatly indebted to the Corby Company Limited for the magnificent gift and privilege of allowing them to use this beautiful building gratis.”

The Intelligencer October 10, 1918 (page 7)

“Why Worry About Sugar. Grape:Nuts is not only nearly solid nourishment, but is rich in sugar developed from its own grains in the making. This feature, absent in the usual prepared cereal, not only saves the use of sugar but provides food material especially adapted to the cooler weather of autumn.

‘There’s a Reason’ for Grape:Nuts. Canada Food Board License No. 2-026.”

The Intelligencer October 10, 1918 (page 7)

“Lindsay in Grip of Flu. Medical Health Officer McAlpine of Lindsay has ordered all schools and moving picture houses closed for the balance of the week, owing to the Spanish influenza in the town.”

The Intelligencer October 10, 1918 (page 7)

“Soldiers Arrive Home. A number of Belleville soldiers who have been overseas for some time arrived home at an early hour yesterday morning. They were Privates George Ashworth, Nelson J. Babcock, M. Brown, William Hayes, James M. Morton, Isaac Murdoff, Wm. Goulabia, B. Latour and Corp. George Belcher. A number from the vicinity of Belleville were among the party.”

The Intelligencer October 10, 1918 (page 7)

“Killed in Action. The sad news was received this morning by Mr. and Mrs. Harry Clarke, 77 Mill street, in an official telegram from military headquarters at Ottawa, that their son Clement Carl Clarke (8193) had been killed in action on September 27. This young soldier went overseas with the Originals in 1914 as a member of the 2^nd Battalion and passed through some of the hardest battles of the war. He had many friends here who regret deeply his death and great sympathy is felt for the bereaved parents.”

[Note: Private Clement Carl Clarke died on September 27, 1918. He is commemorated on Page 385 of the First World War Book of Remembrance.]

 

The Intelligencer October 9, 1918 (page 1)

“Capt. Cousins Dead From Influenza. Capt. Arthur G. Cousins of the schooner Newlands and whose home is in this city, died at an early hour this morning in the General Hospital at Oswego, N.Y. He was taken ill a few days ago while in Oswego harbor with his vessel and despite every attention passed away, a victim of the prevailing influenza epidemic.

Capt. Cousins was the youngest captain between Father Point and Detroit, being but 34 years of age at death and was only 26 years old when he received his master’s papers. Previous to that he was employed at Point Ann. Mrs. Cousins accompanied him on the trip to Oswego, and was with him when the end came. He was a member of the I.O.F. Society. A family of five children, the youngest an infant, survives. The body will be brought here for interment.”

The Intelligencer October 9, 1918 (page 1)

“Industrial Evening Classes Formed. At the High School building last evening Night Classes were commenced under the supervision of Mr. P. C. McLaurin, Principal of the School. It was anticipated that a considerable number in the city would take advantage to thus improve their education, but the attendance was far in excess of anticipations. No less than 175 were present and among these were two who could neither read nor write.

The number desiring to take short hand and typewriting were such that three classes will be necessary. There was also a good class desirous of learning mechanical drawing. Many are desirous of taking French, and not a few made enquiries regarding being taught Spanish. A teacher is available in this city to teach this language. The chemistry, bookkeeping, dressmaking, English and higher mathematics were all well attended also the domestic science class. While a class in millinery was not formed, a number made applications to be taught how to trim head gear.

Ten teachers were last evening busily engaged and more teachers will have to be secured as it is deemed necessary not to have more than 12 or 15 pupils in any class, so that more individual attention can be given to the pupils.

Principal McLaurin is more than delighted at the prospects for a successful term, as it is apparent that there will be at least two hundred in attendance in the near future. Classes will be taught on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and possibly on other evenings.”

The Intelligencer October 9, 1918 (page 7)

“ ‘Flu’ Hits Business. Belleville business places are hard hit by the influenza epidemic and working staffs are very much depleted.”

The Intelligencer October 9, 1918 (page 7)

“V.A.D. Nurses Wanted. Renfrew is sorely stricken with the influenza epidemic but on account of the prevalence of so much illness in other centres is unable to secure a sufficient number of professional nurses to cope with the situation. A call has been sent out for V.A.D. nurses to go to Renfrew, and V.A.D.’s in this vicinity who are willing to go should telegraph at once to Dr. J. C. Mitchell, Eastern Hospital, Brockville.”

[Note: V.A.D. = Voluntary Aid Detachment.]

The Intelligencer October 9, 1918 (page 7)

“Gargle Drill. An interesting feature of daily routine at the local military headquarters is the ‘gargle drill,’ the soldiers being regularly lined up daily, each with a tin cup in hand containing antiseptic solution. When the word is given each soldier proceeds to gargle his throat and the ensuing noises are varied and weird, suggesting the last gasps of German kulture. This is just one of the precautions taken by the local military authorities to prevent an epidemic of influenza among the soldiers.”

The Intelligencer October 9, 1918 (page 7)

“Thrice Wounded. Sergt. James H. Turney, who went overseas with the 59^th Battalion, and was wounded three times, has been invalided home, and yesterday his wife at 280 Coleman street, city, received a telegram from Quebec saying: ‘Arrived. Will be home soon.’ ”

The Intelligencer October 9, 1918 (page 7)

“To Reduce Fire Losses. Throughout Ontario to-day was observed as the first Provincial ‘Fire Prevention Day,’ which was set aside for this purpose by proclamation issued by the Ontario Government. The idea has taken hold throughout the Province, and everywhere steps are being taken to minimize as much as possible the appalling fire loss which this country annually suffers. In the various schools in this city the proclamation of the Lieutenant Governor was read, which set forth the needs of children and others co-operating in a general cleaning up day and removing inflammable rubbish.”

The Intelligencer October 9, 1918 (page 8)

“Great Organization Rally Of Victory Loan Workers. The first shot in the 1918 Victory Loan campaign for the sale of one-half billion of Canada’s War Bonds was fired yesterday in Toronto, when the County Chairmen and Publicity Chairmen from all over the Province gathered together for the purpose of listening to inspiring addresses by Canada’s most representative financial business and professional men. …  If the loan were not a success all the magnificent work that has been done by our fighting men in the past four years would be in vain, as at the last moment Canada would have to slacken the efforts of her noble army because we at home had failed them. …

Mr. W. B. Deacon, Hastings County Chairman, and Mr. W. L. Doyle, Publicity Chairman for the County, were present representing Hastings County.”

 

The Intelligencer October 8, 1918 (page 1)

“Several Thousand Soldiers Arrive. Ottawa. Several ships have arrived at a Canadian port conveying between four and five thousand returned soldiers. Nearly a thousand are ‘hospital walking cases,’ for whom berths have been specially erected in the ships under the supervision of the medical authorities, about 3,300 are ‘ordinary discharge cases,’ and there are three or four hundred soldiers’ wives and children, and 150 officers, who are returning.”

The Intelligencer October 8, 1918 (page 1)

“Deputation Asks City Council for Grant for Salvation Army Overseas Work. At the City Council meeting last evening the business brought forward was transacted in an expeditious manner, the session lasting but an hour. No matters of great moment were brought up. A request from the Salvation Army for a grant towards a campaign in Canada to raise a million dollars to provide comforts for the boys overseas was referred to the Executive Committee.”

The Intelligencer October 8, 1918 (page 1)

“Sunday Gasoline Sales Stopped. Ottawa. Fuel Controller Magrath announces that regulations have now been approved by the Governor-General in Council to control the wholesale and retail sale of gasoline in Canada. …  Provision is also made for the keeping of certain sales records, and all retailers of gasoline are called upon to post in their places of business the wholesale as well as the retail cost of gasoline handled by them. One important provision of the regulations is that for the duration of the war the sale of gasoline on Sundays is absolutely prohibited.”

The Intelligencer October 8, 1918 (page 2)

“In Memoriam. In proud and loving memory of my only son, Sydney Hollgerson, aged 20 years, a member of the 58^th Battalion killed in action on the Somme, October 8^th 1916.

Supreme and glorious sacrifice, / In great and noble cause to make / He with his life’s blood paid the price / And fought and died for freedom’s sake.”

The Intelligencer October 8, 1918 (page 6)

“The money is yours! You have earned it. But—Will you use it for Canada or against Canada? Will you save your money and help to shorten the War? Or will you buy what you want, go wherever your pleasure dictates, dress as well or better than you always have dressed, indulge such whims as you can afford? You must choose.

Save your money for Canada, and for Canada’s fighting men. Save your money to bring nearer that day we all long for—the Victorious end of the War..

Published under the authority of the Minister of Finance of Canada.”

The Intelligencer October 8, 1918 (page 7)

“Fighting the Flu. Precautions against the ‘Flu’ have been taken at the School for the Deaf. The pupils are not allowed to leave the grounds without permission and while school is continued the members of the staff are requested not to attend meetings or gatherings of any kind and to do no visiting, but to remain quietly in their homes.

Members of the staff having influenza in their homes are required to report at once and to remain away from the school while there is any danger of them carrying infection. An extra nurse has been engaged and extra hospital accommodation provided.”

The Intelligencer October 8, 1918 (page 7)

“Pte. Wardhaugh Gassed. Mrs. Viola Wardhaugh, Front St., Belleville, has been officially notified that her husband, Pte. Wm. Oliver Wardhaugh, infantry, was admitted to No. 18 General Hospital, Dannes Camiers, France, on Sept. 28^th, suffering from the effects of Shell Gas. Pte. Wardhaugh went overseas with the 155^th Battalion and his many friends hope that he will have a speedy recovery.”

The Intelligencer October 8, 1918 (page 7)

“Carpet Bowling. At the True Blue hall last evening a well contested match was played between teams skipped by Messrs. B. Kelly and G. W. Kerr of the Belleville Carpet Bowling Club. The match was an exciting one; during the first half, the team skipped by Mr. Kelly held the upper hand, the second half was so skilfully played by Mr. Kerr’s team that the victorious team led by only one point, final scores being 36 to 24. Mr. Kelly’s team won. …  Great enthusiasm was shown by both players and spectators.”

The Intelligencer October 8, 1918 (page 7)

“Pte. Huddlestone Wounded. Mr. Miles Huddlestone, residing on Great St. James street, in this city, was to-day in receipt of the following telegram from the Director of Records: ‘Sincerely regret to inform you 636443, Pte. John Nelson Huddlestone,infantry, officially reported admitted to No. 1 Casualty Clearing Hospital, Sept. 29^th, gunshot wound right arm, fractured knee.’ Pte. Huddlestone enlisted and went overseas with the 155^th Battalion of this city. He was only 19 years of age. Previous to enlistment he was an employee of the G.T.R. here.”

The Intelligencer October 8, 1918 (page 7)

“Gave His Life For Cause of Freedom. Copy of a letter received by Mrs. Flora Beaton, relative to the death of her son, Alexander Beaton: 5^th Can. Infantry Batt., B. E. F., France. Mrs. Flora Beaton, Belleville, Ont.

Dear Mrs. Beaton:—I regret to inform you of the death of your son yesterday, Sept. 2^nd, from wounds received in action. I was with a field ambulance at an advanced dressing station when this boy was brought in dead on a stretcher, where he had expired while our bearers were bringing him back off the field where he fell. I read his identity disc at once. It was marked Alexander Beaton, No. 455036, 2^nd Battalion East. The stretcher bearers found your name in his paybook.

You will have the consolation of knowing that he was not instantly killed; that he had time for preparation for death and also that our chaplains warned our boys before [going] into this sector of the impending battle and gave them facilities for approaching the sacrament. Your son was wounded in the head. His death resulted apparently from loss of blood.

I am writing to you from the field, and when the action is concluded should I be detailed for burial at the cemetery where he will be interred I shall advise you. Should you wish to have the location of his grave and a photo thereof, you should address ‘Director of Graves Registration & Enquiries, War Office, London, England. The military authorities will of course forward his personal effects to you in due time.

I may add that I felt a special interest in the matter since I left Stirling to come to France. May God bless and comfort you in your hour of bereavement. Yours sincerely, J. J. O’Reilly, Chaplain.”

The Intelligencer October 8, 1918 (page 8)

“ ‘Flu’ Precautions Are Advised by M.O.H. Toronto. Dr. Hastings, Medical Officer of Health, has issued the following statement on Spanish influenza. Influenza is an acute communicable disease, and is contracted by coming in contact with the secretions from the nose, throat, and mouth of a person, who is ill with the disease. For this reason every effort should be made to avoid such contact. …

Crowded places such as street cars, mass meetings, moving picture shows, theatres and other gatherings should be avoided at this time. Kissing should be avoided. No food should be taken without previously washing the hands and the hands should always be kept away from the mouth and nose at all times. The nose and mouth should always be covered with a handkerchief while in the act of coughing or sneezing.

All persons, especially those engaged in factories, large business establishments, etc., where a number of people are congregated should report on the first sign of illness, and be relieved of their duties. To endeavor to fight off the disease by continuing at work not only renders the severity of the illness more serious, but also exposes others to the disease.”

The Intelligencer October 8, 1918 (page 8)

“Spanish ‘Flu’ Still Spreads. Kitchener. Medical Officer of Health Dr. J. McGillawee, acting under instructions from the Kitchener Board of Health, has issued an order closing all schools, churches, and theatres, and forbidding public gatherings until further notice. This action was taken in an attempt to check the spread of Spanish influenza, which already has claimed twelve victims in the past seven days. Reports from local medical men show there are over 3,000 cases in the city.”

The Intelligencer October 7, 1918 (page 1)

“Victory Bond Local Campaign Organization Complete. The campaign which will be waged from coast to coast in Canada for the raising of $500,000,000 for Canada’s Victory Loan, 1918 will take place from October 28^th to November 16^th. The organization in Belleville is being rapidly completed. The various heads of committees have signified their willingness to once more undertake this very necessary work.

The following telegram was received by Mr. W. B. Deacon, who was so successful last year as county chairman, and in answer to this he has once more agreed to assume this heavy responsibility. …  ‘W. B. Deacon, …  Shall be greatly obliged if you will kindly consent to act again as chairman of Victory Loan Committee for Hastings County. The loan is of most vital national importance and I feel that your services will materially contribute to its success. W. T. Hite, Minister of Finance.’

Mr. H. W. Ackerman has also consented to act as secretary and an organization meeting will be held shortly to complete committees. …  Last year the county of Hastings subscribed over two and one-half million dollars of Victory loan and this year it is expected that the good old county will far exceed the record of last year.

No stone will be left unturned to make this, which will probably be the last call on the resources of Hastings county, the biggest and best effort of the citizens towards the winning of the war. Every citizen of the county of Hastings is expected to do his bit in assisting the organization in every way possible, as co-operation means success and without this co-operation of the citizens it will be impossible to have a complete success. Hastings County must not lag behind her sister communities in this great war effort.”

The Intelligencer October 7, 1918 (page 3)

“Brave Soldier Loved by Pals. Mrs. S. Woods, who resides at 20 Water Street, received the following letter from Chaplain J. L. McInnis, Capt. The letter is in connection with the death of her husband, Pte. Wm. Woods who made the supreme sacrifice on September 2^nd:

France, Sept. 5^th, 1918. Dear Mrs. Woods:—As the Chaplain of the battalion of which your husband was a brave and loved member, I beg to offer my deepest sympathy in your great loss.

The attack, in which he was one of the first to go over the top was one of the most bitterly opposed in the experience of our troops. That we won such splendid victory is due to the high courage of men like Him who feared failure and defeat more than death.

You have endured a long and trying separation. It is hard to walk through this Valley of The Shadow. May God Comfort you. May you have the companionship and sympathy of Him who loved not his own life unto death. May the twin stars of Faith and Duty guide you and yours through these coming days.

Our sacred dead are buried in a cemetery near the village of Dury. His commanding officer unites with me in paying tribute to a gallant soldier who showed splendid devotion to his duty to the end. Believe me, Yours in deepest sympathy, John L. McInnis, Capt. Chaplain O.M.F.C.”

The Intelligencer October 7, 1918 (page 5)

“Pte. Hamilton Wounded. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. T. Hamilton, residing on Albion Street, received word on Saturday from the Director of Records, at Ottawa, stating that their son, Leo, was admitted to the Fifth General Hospital, Rouen, suffering from a gunshot wound in the right foot. Leo is well known in this city and his many friends hope that the wound will not prove serious.”

The Intelligencer October 5, 1918 (page 1)

“Gasless Sunday for Two Weeks More. Ottawa. Gasless Sundays are to continue for two weeks more. The Fuel Controller informed G. A. McNamee, secretary of the Automobile Club of Canada, that he had been in communication with the United States authorities relative to the supply of gasoline, and that the voluntary restriction regarding Sunday motoring would be continued for about two weeks more. He asks all Canadian motorists to adopt a singular courage and refrain from using their cars for two more Sundays.”

The Intelligencer October 5, 1918 (page 2)

“The balance of the Depot Battalion left the city and camp Thursday for Belleville and are now quartered in the Armories and the city hall there. About 250 in all including Lt.-Col. Smart and staff were in the contingent. It is said that the battalion will possibly remain in Belleville for the entire winter and the officers have moved their families with this intention. It is also said that they will not be among those who may return to occupy the new barracks now being built at Barriefield.—Kingston Standard.”

The Intelligencer October 5, 1918 (page 5)

“No Epidemic Here. Dr. Yeomans, Medical Officer of Health, is closely watching the local situation as regards influenza. Thus far a few cases of influenza have developed, but there is no occasion for alarm. Should there be any signs of an epidemic here prompt action will be taken to close places of public assembly and isolate the cases.”

The Intelligencer October 5, 1918 (page 5)

“Returned from England. Lieut. W. H. F. Ketcheson, son of ex-Mayor Ketcheson of this city, arrived home this afternoon from England. Some two months ago he left Canada on escort duty with a military draft for overseas duty. Previous to this Lieut. Ketcheson had been in France for 26 months and had been invalided home.”

The Intelligencer October 5, 1918 (page 5)

“Pte. Callaghan Wounded. Mrs. Ann Callahan, 141 Pinnacle Street, has received official notification that Pte. Michael J. Callahan, infantry, is dangerously ill at the Fourth General Hospital, Dannes-Camiers, France, where he was taken September 30, with gunshot wound in left leg. Pte. Callahan enlisted on January 4, 1916 and proceeded overseas on May 13, 1916, with the 80^th Battalion. After three months of training in England he went to France and has been in the trenches since Sept. 1^st, 1916. Pte. Callahan was well known and highly esteemed by his many friends, who all hope for his speedy recovery.”

The Intelligencer October 5, 1918 (page 5)

“Soldier’s Comrades Express Sympathy. The following letter was received by Mrs. Jas. Hunter, who resides at 180 James Street. The letter is in connection with the death of Pte. W. Hunter, who made the supreme sacrifice on Sept. 1^st.

Mrs. James Hunter, 180 James Street, Belleville, Ont. Dear Mrs. Hunter,—It is with great regret that I have to advise you of your son’s death. He died with his face to the enemy at the Battle of Arras, a brave man and good soldier. His comrades in the company join me in expressing their deep sympathy with you. Yours very truly, C. Carmichael, Lieut.”

The Intelligencer October 5, 1918 (page 7)

“An Advertisement by Charles Dickens. Charles Dickens is one of the world’s great teachers.

The saving of a part of one’s income was always a good policy. Prudent men and women have always maintained a margin of saving.

If Charles Dickens were writing to Canadians to-day he would probably give us advice to this effect: ‘No matter what percentage of your annual income you have previously saved, your efforts to-day should be to save more. The advantage of so doing is threefold: By the practice of economy you conserve the material and labor which must be devoted to the grim task before us; you cultivate the priceless habit of thrift; you gather more and more money to lend to the Nation for the prosecution of the war to a quick and certain Victory.’

Published under the authority of the Minister of Finance of Canada.”

The Intelligencer October 4, 1918 (page 1)

“Bugle Band Parades. The bugle band in connection with the depot battalion now quartered here paraded the principal streets this afternoon and presented a smart soldierly appearance. The local unit may be augmented in the near future as the exemptions to soldiers at work on the farms expire. About 1200 soldiers belonging to this district are still on farm service.”

The Intelligencer October 4, 1918 (page 1)

“Toronto Civilians Get Spanish “Flu.” Toronto. Spanish influenza has officially reached Toronto. Dr. Hastings, M.O.H., informed a representative of The Globe last night that there was now little doubt that the disease was the same as has been spreading through the United States.

Whether it is a new name or just a new alias for grippe is still in doubt, however. Some bacteriologists claim to have found the old influenza organism, while others have not located it in the new outbreak. …  Dr. Hastings said last night that he had been speaking with a medical man who had considerable experience with the disease in the old country. The mortality, he was informed was not high, ranging from 3 to 5 per cent.”

The Intelligencer October 4, 1918 (page 1)

“Toronto. The Ontario Government, in search of more revenue, has decided to raise the scale of war tax at the regulation theatres and the higher-priced concerts. Instead of the two cents being charged on tickets costing more than 45 cents and not more than 95 cents, 5 cents will be collected after November 1. When the price of admission is more than 45 cents and not more than $1.45 10 cents will be collected instead of 5 cents as at present. Fifteen cents will be charged when the price of admission is more than $1.45 and not more than $1.95, instead of the prevailing tax of 10 cents. Twenty cents will be charged on $2 tickets instead of 10 cents and 25 cents will be the tax on all tickets costing more than $2. There will be no change in the lower priced movie rates.”

The Intelligencer October 4, 1918 (page 1)

“Spanish ‘Flu’ Hits Renfrew Hard. Toronto. The town of Renfrew is in the grip of the first epidemic of Spanish influenza to strike Ontario. Word reached Lt.-Col. McCullough, Provincial Officer of Health, from Renfrew yesterday, stating that there were between 400 and 500 cases of the disease in the town, and that ten deaths had already resulted from pneumonia.

The matter appeared so serious that an immediate conference was held between the Provincial Secretary, Col. McCullough and Hon. Mr. McGarry, whose home is in Renfrew. As a result a bunch of telegrams were sent out at once to the medical superintendents of the provincial institutions at Brockville and Kingston, and also to the General Hospitals at Almonte, Belleville, Brockville, Kingston, Lindsay, Mattawa, Ottawa, Peterborough and Smith’s Falls, requesting them to reply at once stating how many doctors and nurses were available to go to Renfrew.”

The Intelligencer October 4, 1918 (page 4)

“How to Dodge the “Flu.” Many people are sick in Belleville with colds. Influenza or grippe cases are numerous—Spanish, Russian or plain everyday grippe, common to this time of the year and aggravated by the wet and cold weather. What is known as Spanish “Flu” is very prevalent in the United States and is getting a foothold in Canada. …

Avoid all unnecessary crowds, such as in theatres, movies, crowded street and railroad cars, also all private and semi-public gatherings. …  It is essential that all those coming in contact with the sick should wear gauze face masks covering the nose and mouth with at least four thicknesses of the cloth. These should be changed at two-hour intervals and either burned or boiled for five minutes. …  All persons should wash their hands immediately before eating. Avoid all sneezing and coughing individuals. …  Refrain from eating at restaurants where dishes are either imperfectly sterilized or not sterilized at all. …  Ask for destructible cups and saucers, or be sure all dishes and spoons are sterilized by being boiled.”

The Intelligencer October 4, 1918 (page 5)

“Brave Soldier Mourned by Pals. The following letter was received by Mrs. G. Thibault, who resides at 18 Murney Street. The letter is in connection with the death of her husband, who was killed in action on August 28^th: France, Sept. 18, 1918. Dear Mrs. Thibault: It is with the deepest regret and sympathy that I write to you of the death of your husband, Pte. G. H. Thibault, of this battalion, who was killed in action on August 28^th. So far as I can discover he was killed instantly during the attack that morning, and one can only feel thankful that death came so quickly and that he was spared all suffering and pain. He is buried in Quebec Cemetery about one and a half miles in front of the village of Cherisy and about seven miles southeast of Arras.

His death has been a great blow to us all who knew him. …  I know it was always a pleasure to have him around Headquarters and after Mr. Wilson (whose batman he was) came to headquarters your husband was always with us too and I can assure you he is very deeply and sincerely mourned by us all. …

Your husband’s was a splendid life and he crowned it all with a heroic death and he has won his reward. We can only leave him there and look forward to that great day when we shall see him again in the land where there is no parting or pain. Again assuring you of my deep sympathy and praying that God may send you his comfort and strength in your grief. Yours faithfully, C. Stewart, Capt. Chaplain 24^th Can. Batt. V.R.C.”

The Intelligencer October 4, 1918 (page 5)

“Say NO! ‘You might as well have it,’ whispers temptation, but your Canadian Patriotism says ‘No!’

Except for the bare necessities of life, we should not be spending five cents a day. For every expenditure we make on things not absolutely necessary directly affects the fighting strength of Canada and her allies. The materials that go into the making of things you can do without are needed for our soldiers overseas.

Resist indulgence, cultivate thrift—for thrift is an evidence of patriotism. And the money you save by thrift will be yours to lend to your country whenever the call comes.

Published under the authority of the Minister of Finance of Canada.”

The Intelligencer October 3, 1918 (page 1)

“Mail Christmas Parcels Early. Ottawa. The Postmaster-General states that Christmas parcels for the Canadian expeditionary forces in France should be mailed in time to be dispatched from Canadian ports not later than the middle of November. Transportation is congested during the Christmas season and those who are sending parcels to their friends in the trenches are urged to post them early if they wish to have them delivered by Christmas.”

The Intelligencer October 3, 1918 (page 1)

“Sig. Hammett Wounded. Mrs. J. Hammett, 81 St. Charles street, city, has been officially notified that Sig. Theophilus George Hammett, artillery, was admitted to the Second Western General Hospital at Manchester, on Sept. 30^th, with gunshot wound in the back. Sig. Hammett went overseas with the 33^rd battery and has been wounded three times. Before enlisting he was employed as brakeman on the G. T. R.”

The Intelligencer October 3, 1918 (page 3)

“Churches Asked To Conserve Coal. Toronto. The churches of the province are to be asked to co-operate in conserving the available coal supplies. The new Fuel Controller R. Home Smith, has already laid before representative clergymen of all denominations a suggestion that church services be curtailed or combined in a way that will effect a saving of fifty to sixty per cent in the consumption of coal.

The controller believes that two or three churches can arrange to hold their services in the one building, and that where union services are not favored the congregations can meet at different hours in the one building. So far the response from the churches has been uniformly encouraging, the clergymen having shown a ready appreciation of the need for unusual measures.”

The Intelligencer October 3, 1918 (page 6)

“The Power of Music will help win the world war. In Canada there are many thousands of families in which a breach has been made—brother, son or father has entered the service of their Country. We have the word of the greatest thinkers of all times that there is nothing so uplifting, nothing so comforting, nothing so soul-satisfying in all the world as good music.

England, after four years of war, has not only refused to curtail the phonograph industry, but on the contrary Lloyd George has particularly requested that the phonograph industry be not interfered with.

This is a time, above all others, when you should seek to uplift and divert your mind by the irresistible influence of music. There is a Columbia dealer near you.

Columbia Graphophone Co.”

The Intelligencer October 3, 1918 (page 7)

“Entertained Soldiers. Upon the arrival here last evening of the advance party of the soldiers from Kingston, the officers and men were invited to the Y. M. C. A. building where a luncheon was provided, which was much appreciated. The officers and men were loud in their praise of the hospitality thus extended to them.”

The Intelligencer October 3, 1918 (page 7)

“Answered Last Roll Call. Sapper Wilfred Harold Dafoe, son of Mr. W. C. Dafoe, residing on College Hill, passed away on Tuesday night at the General Hospital, Montreal. Deceased was only 21 years of age. Some months ago he enlisted for overseas service, and was in training at St. John’s, Quebec, and was one of the many who was selected for the Canadian contingent to Siberia.

A few days ago he was taken ill and was removed to Montreal, where he died as the result of an attack of pneumonia. Sapper Dafoe was born here and had lived here all his life. The body was brought to the city to-day and taken to the home of his parents.”

The Intelligencer October 3, 1918 (page 7)

“Awarded Military Medal. Word has been received by Mrs. W. C. Jack of 70 Alexander Street, that her husband, Sergt.-Major W. C. Jack, has been awarded the Military Medal for bravery at the Battle of Amiens, August 8^th. Sergt.-Major Jack went overseas with the 39^th Battalion from Belleville.”

The Intelligencer October 3, 1918 (page 8)

“Soldiers Arrive. At 8.30 last night the advance party of the battalion which will be quartered in this city during the coming winter arrived here by C. N. R. and marched to the Armouries where sleeping quarters were provided for the men. They are a fine body of men and soldierly in appearance. This morning the office quarters in the City Hall were being arranged for the offices and staff.

The officers in charge of the depot battalion at present are as follows: Col. R. W. Smart, commanding officer; Lieut. L. Baker, Assistant-Adjutant; Capt. Purdy, Quarter-Master; Capt. Lancaster, Lieut. Wood. The above officers came with the detachment last evening. This afternoon at 3.30 the remainder of the battalion arrived here with the exception of a party of 25 men who were left behind to clean up camp.”

The Intelligencer October 2, 1918 (page 2)

“Lives in the Hearts of His Friends. In connection with the death from wounds of Pte. W. H. J. Black, his mother has received the following letters:

‘In The Field Sept. 11^th, ’18. Mrs. R. D. Black, 24 Hillside Street, Belleville, Ont.

Dear Madam—It is with the deepest regret that I have to confirm the official notification of the death of your son No. 636710 Private W. J. H. Black. During the period of his connection with the Battalion he has always shown most soldierly and won the confidence of both his officers and his comrades.

His supreme sacrifice for the great cause was a matter of great sorrow among his many friends here who join with me in the expression of sincere sympathy for you in your bereavement. Yours in sympathy, H. Vanderwater, Major, Officer Commanding Canadian Infantry Battalion.’

‘France, Sept. 12^th, 1918. My Dear Mrs. Black—It was with the deepest sorrow I heard to-day that your son, Howard, has paid the supreme sacrifice. He was on duty, sentry duty, after the battle of the 31^st of August, when he was hit in the head by a piece of shell about 7 p.m. …  As his Platoon Commander I shall greatly miss your son together with his other comrades who also mourn his loss and show great sorrow. I shall long remember his cheerful smile and his record as a good soldier. There is a saying that “One never dies who lives in the hearts of his friends,” so let us feel he is not dead, but just a little further on the way. Yours sincerely, H. G. Barnum, Lieut. Canadian R.E.F. France.’ ”

The Intelligencer October 2, 1918 (page 3)

“Wounded Soldiers Visited in Hospital.

‘Canadian Red Cross Society, 12 Berners Street, London, W. I. Re Pte. T. F. Orr, Mile End Military Hospital, Bancroft Rd., London, E. I., England.

Dear Madam—Our Red Cross visitor has again visited Pte. Orr, who is still at the above hospital. We are pleased to tell you that she reports that although the wound is not yet healed, it is going on very well. We trust that he will continue to make satisfactory progress and that his wound will soon be healed. Yours truly, D. Forrester, P.P.D.N. To Mrs. Frank Orr, 7 Grove Street.’

‘Canadian Red Cross Society, 12 Berners Street, London, W. I. Re Pte. W. J. Yatman, Canadian Suffolk Hospital, Ampton-Bury St. Edmonds, Suffolk, England.

Dear Madam—Pte. Yatman is at present in the above hospital suffering from gun shot wound in the shoulder. Our Red Cross visitor has been to see him and we have no reason to believe from her report that the wound is a very serious one. We trust that he will make good progress toward recovery and that we shall be able to send you an encouraging account of him.

He will be visited regularly and reports on his condition will be sent to you from time to time. Should he be in need of any comforts other than those supplied by the hospital our visitor will let us know and we will send them from our own parcel office. Yours truly, D. Forrester, P.P.D.N. To Mrs. Yatman, Brown Street.’ ”

The Intelligencer October 2, 1918 (page 4)

“Walking Influenza Dangerous. In view of the spread of so-called ‘Spanish influenza’ in the United States and its reported appearance in Quebec and Ontario the utmost care should be taken by citizens to prevent an epidemic. There is nothing alarming about ‘Spanish influenza’ if taken in time, but in common with ordinary colds or grippe neglect is often followed by serious consequences.

Pneumonia will develop from a common cold almost as readily as from influenza and people afflicted with colds or influenza should protect themselves and others by consulting a medical practitioner at once and following his directions closely. Influenza cases should go to bed and stay there until cured, as walking influenza is dangerous to the patient and to the public. Influenza is liable to develop into pneumonia if neglected and by mingling with other people the germs are scattered by sneezing and an epidemic results. Safety First—consult a doctor!”

The Intelligencer October 2, 1918 (page 4)

“Attention, Mayor Platt, et al. In a few weeks the Frost King will tighten up the windows and the smoke of many fires will ascend; navigation will cease and with all the burdens of transportation the railways will become congested and coal shipments uncertain. Upon Mayor Platt and the City Council rests the responsibility of doing all in their power to prevent suffering this winter. The well-to-do no doubt have plenty of coal in their bins, but how about that large section of the population who pay as they go but can not anticipate the future by laying in large stocks of food and fuel.

To cope adequately with any situation the first requisite is to know all the ins and outs of the business in hand. Knowledge now of the amount of coal still required to put Belleville citizens through the winter months would probably result in the securing of an additional supply of coal, even at this late date. Time is slipping away and still the civic authorities make no move to take a census of coal users—in a little while it will be too late. …

And while on this subject may we enquire why the offer of a local coal dealer to secure two thousand tons of coal to be used by the city as an emergency supply for small users was not taken advantage of? To most people this offer looked good enough to be nailed down without a day’s delay, but apparently it has passed into the discard of forgetfulness. When last heard of it was being considered by a committee of the Board of Trade several weeks ago.”

The Intelligencer October 2, 1918 (page 5)

“Brave Soldier Boys Merit Martyr’s Crown. Mrs. James Hunter, who resides at 180 James Street, received the following letter from Rev. Father Chas. A. Fallon, R.C. Chaplain. The letter refers to her son, Pte. W. Hunter, who was killed in action on Sept. 3^rd.

France, Sept. 9, 1918. Dear Mrs. Hunter,—It is my sad duty to notify you of the death of your son, Pte. W. Hunter, of the 87^th Battalion, which occurred while in action with the enemy on Sept. 3^rd. In laying down his noble life for the sake of humanity, your son can truly say with our divine Saviour ‘Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends,’ and in paying the supreme price for such a noble cause he justly merits a martyr’s crown in heaven, and an inestimable debt of gratitude from mankind.

Your son was buried in the 11^th C. I. B. cemetery on Sept. 5^th. The map location is—Sheet 51B, P27 Central. His grave is Plot 2, row C, grave 32, and is marked with a wooden cross. I extend to you my sincere sympathy in your bereavement and pray our Divine Lord and Mother of Sorrows to grant you the grace of Christian fortitude and resignation in your present trial. Very sincerely, Chas. A. Fallon, R. C. Chaplain, 102^nd Can. Batt.”

The Intelligencer October 2, 1918 (page 5)

“Pte. Leroy Buck Was A Gallant Soldier. In connection with the death of Pte. Leroy Buck, Killed in action, his mother, Mrs. Annie Buck, 18 Everett Street, city, has received the following letters:

‘France, Sept. 12^th, 1918. Dear Mrs. Buck—I wish to express to you my heartfelt sympathy in this time of sorrow. I am a signaller in ‘Tim’s’ company and he and I were pals—of course coming from Belleville myself it was natural we were good friends. He was a good boy and had good nerve, he wasn’t the least bit afraid while in the line and I expect to see a medal presented for the way he carried on under shell fire also machine gun fire. …  Anything you wish to know about the occurrences I will be glad to answer if I can. Once again I extend my sympathy to yourself and the family. I will close wishing you the best of luck. Tim’s friend, Sig. Art. Clare.’

‘France, Sept. 11^th, 1918. Dear Mrs. Buck—I have the painful duty today in writing you re the death of your son 636711 Pte. Buck, M. T. of this Co’y. He, one of the brightest of our soldiers was employed as a company runner, during our attack of Sept. 2^nd. Sent to the rear with an important message, he did not return having been instantaneously killed while in execution of his task. I did not know this until the 4^th when we were relieved.

Immediately making enquiries, I found that the poor boy was already identified and buried in the soldiers’ cemetery at a place I dare not mention. However, by writing to the Director of Graves, Registration Committee, St. James Court, London, England, you will be able to secure the exact location or perhaps a picture of the boy’s last resting place.

He was a good, clean boy, very popular with the officers and men. I extend to you my sincere sympathy in your great loss, trusting that He who sees all, will comfort you in your sad bereavement. Believe me, Yours sincerely, Huh Smith, Capt.’

‘France, Sept. 12^th, ’18. Dear Mrs. Buck:—No doubt you will have heard by the time you get this letter from our Company Commander telling you of your son’s death. I am a Belleville boy myself and thought you would like to hear from me. “Tim,” as we called him here came to my platoon early in March in trench warfare, and he proved himself a good soldier. In the big advance we made on August 8^th, we were the attacking company. Tim was then employed as runner, which is a very responsible duty. …

On Aug. 9^th we were support company, the other company on our Battalion having got their objective. Tim was sent along with an officer and myself to see if everything was going O.K. …  It will be some satisfaction to you, Mrs. Buck, to know that Tim was recommended for gallantry during these two days of the battle of Amiens. …  On Sept. 2^nd we again attacked the enemy and we got to our objective and Tim was sent with a message to the rear. It was in this duty he was killed, but I cannot really think it was a machine gun bullet as at that time they were firing at us from three sides.

Now, Mrs. Buck, I hope this letter will be a little consolation to you to know that Tim died a brave and good soldier doing his duty to the last in what has proved to be Canada’s greatest fight and victory.

I will close now with my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Yours sincerely, W. C. Jack, Sergt.-Maj.’ ”

The Intelligencer October 2, 1918 (page 6)

“Lieut. Sinclair Wounded. Mr. D. V. Sinclair, residing at 261 William street, city, was to-day in receipt of the following telegram from Ottawa, which refers to his son: ‘Sincerely regret to inform you Lieut. Granville Reed Sinclair, artillery, officially reported wounded, Sept. 27^th, 1918.’

Lieut. Sinclair, after a course of training in Canada, enlisted with the 74^th Battery and went overseas with a draft from Petawawa. At Shorncliffe, England, he was also in training, and in June, 1917, went to France with the heavy siege gun section. He has been in France ever since. His many friends in this city will hope that his injuries are not of a serious nature.”