1st Anniversary of the Somme 1st July 1917

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1st Anniversary of the Somme
July 1st 1917
BY TISGRANNIE
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ALBAN – In loving memory of Private L ALBAN, 1st
Pals, killed in action, July 1st, 1916
Sadly missed by his Sister, M GLAISER, and FAMILY
27, Vine Street, Hulme.
ALLEN – In memory of Private, R. H. ALLEN (Bob), 18th
Pals, killed in action July 1, 1916. WILL and LILY HILL.
ANTHONY – In loving memory of our dear son and brother,
Pte. ERNEST ANTHONY, 20th Manchester’s (Pals), killed
in action in France, Jul 1st, 1916. FATHER, MOTHER,
and BROTHERS.- 24, North Road, Longsight.
ANTHONY – In loving memory of Pte. ERNEST ANTHONY
20th, Manchester’s (Pals), who was killed in action in
France, July 1st, 1916.
Ever remembered by his brother
BERT and MINNIE.
ARMSTRONG – In loving memory of our dear son, Private
JOHN ARMSTRONG, 21192, Manchester Pals, killed in
action, July 1st, 1916.
He sleeps not in his native land,
But beneath a foreign sky,
Far from a mother that loved him dear,
In a hero’s grave he lies,
Sweet be your rest, my son so dear,
In life I loved you well, in death I do the same.
Eternal rest grant him O Lord,
And let perpetual light shine upon him.
R.I.P
From his sorrowing MOTHER and FATHER, also
BROTHERS, - 16, Stockholm Street, Clayton: JOE and
WILLIE, who is serving in France.
ARMSTRONG – In loving memory of our dear brother,
Private JOHN ARMSTRONG, killed in action July 1, 1916.
Fondly we loved him, he is dear to us still,
But in grief we must band to God’s holy will:
But the unknown grave is the bitterest blow
None but aching hearts can know.
Eternal rest give him, O Lord, and let perpetual
Light shine upon him. R.I.P.
From his sorrowing sisters, FLORRIE and NELLIE.
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ALLEN – In loving memory of our eldest son and brother
(17548), Private JACK ALLEN 15th Royal Scots, killed
in action, JULY1, 1916, AGE 21
“Gone over the top”
From his sorrowing Father, Mother, Sister Marjorie and
Brother Sydney (the latter now serving with the
Australian Forces), also his sweetheart Gertie.
APPLEYARD – In loving memory of my dear brother Private ALBERT E.
APPLEYARD, 4th Pals, killed in
action JULY 1st 1916.
ASHLEY – In loving memory of our dear Son, Lance-Corporal ERNEST ASHLEY, Lancashire Fusiliers (10370),
who fell in action in France, July 1st, 1916, aged 22
Never forgotten by his FATHER, MOTHER, SISTER, and
BROTHERS (Willie, in France, and Albert, in
Mesopotamia): also GRANDMA, Aunties AMY and ALICE.
At rest. 33, Prince Street, Ardwick, M/C.
ASHLEY – In ever loving memory of ERNEST (Lance-Corporal) ASHLEY, of the Lancashire Fusiliers, who was
killed in action, July 1st, 1916, aged 22 years.
I loved him deep, how dearly: no tongue can tell
How deep, how dearly, and oh so well.
Christ loved him too, but thought it best
To take him home with Him to rest.
From his sorrowing Fiancé, DORIS.
5, The Cottages, Cheadle Heath, Stockport.
ASTON – In loving memory of LEONARD, the dearly-beloved
Grandson of James ASTON, 152 Liverpool Road, Patricroft,
6208 16th Service Battalion Manchester Regiment (Pals),
killed in action July 1st, 1916.
ASHTON – In loving remembrance of our dear son and
Brother, ROWLAND O ASHTON, 6713, 16th Manchester’s
(1st Pals), killed in action in Montauban, July 1st, 1916
Prompt in response to his country’s call,
Proud in the effort his city then made,
Life bravely given for the “Pals” he saw fall,
Hero ‘mongst heroes: in France he is laid.
G. W. and M Ashton and Family – 39, Everton Rd., C-o-M.
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ASHTON – In loving memory of our dear brother ROWLAND,
16th Manchester Regiment, who was killed before
Montauban, France, July 1st, 1916, succouring a wounded
comrade.
A noble life ended – the deed ‘twas splendid.
EDGAR, LILY, and ALAN.
ASHTON – In affectionate memory of Private GEORGE
ASHTON, 16th Lancashire Fusiliers, killed in action July
1st, 1916.
Still sadly missed by GERTIE.
ASHTON – In ever loving memory of ROWLAND O ASHTON, Signaller, 16th Batt, Manchester Regt., who was
killed in action at Montauban, France, on July 1st, 1916.
He lived nobly, loved greatly, and died mightily
ETHEL, Boscombe, Bournemouth.
ASTON – In loving memory of our dearly beloved son,
LEONARD, who was killed in action in France July 1st, 1916
From FATHER, MOTHER, ALFRED, GORDON, and FRED.
ASHTON – In affectionate and ever-loving memory of Pte.
GEORGE ASHTON. 16th Batt. Lancashire Fusiliers,
Killed in action July 1, 1916.
Fondly remembered by his MOTHER, SISTER, and BROTHERS
192, Great Clowes Street, Broughton.
ATKINSON – In ever-loving memory of our dear son and
Brother, Rowland, 2nd Pals, who fell in action in France
July 1, 1916. Ever remembered by his sorrowing Mother,
Father, Sisters, Brother (in France), and Brother-in law.
With sunshine always on his face,
Sweeter to us than summer flowers.
How sank our trembling hearts to see
His pathway turning off from ours.
ATKINSON – In ever-loving memory of our dear brother,
ROWLAND, 2nd Pals, killed in action July 1 1916. His
Sorrowing brother TOM (Germany), LIZZIE, & CHILDREN.
Man’s inhumanity to man makes countless thousands
mourn.
BAILEY – In loving memory of Lance-Corporal ROBERT
BAILEY, 21st Manchester’s, killed in action July 1, 1916
Sadly missed, but never forgotten, by his WIFE and
CHILDREN – 23, Harrison Street, Ladybarn.
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BALDWIN – In ever-loving and sacred memory of Corporal
ARTHUR BALDWIN (Pals), 12016 “Our Arthur”. Dearly
loved elder son of the late Richard and Annie Beatrice
Baldwin, 49, Hope Road, Sale, killed in action, July 1st,
1916. Duty nobly done
We asked life and Thou gavest life eternal.
Always in thought.
MOTHER and FRANK (Suffolk)
BALDWIN – In loving memory of Corporal ARTHUR BALDWIN (12006) 19th S B Manchester Regiment, who
made the supreme sacrifice July 1, 1916.
Though death divides fond memory clings.
UNCLE, AUNT and FAMILY. 26, Pinnington Ln., Stretford.
BALDWIN – In memory of Corporal ARTHUR BALDWIN,
No, 12006, Manchester Regiment (Pals), killed in action,
July 1st, 1916. One of the best.
Always remembered by Mr and Mrs FRED WHITLOW
and BOYS.
BALDWIN – In loving memory of Corporal ARTHUR
BALDWIN, 12006, Manchester Pals, killed in action July
1st 1916. Held in sacred memory till we meet again.
Aunt FLO, Uncle TED, and FAMILY.
4 Friars Road, Sale.
BAMBER – In loving and cherished memory of Private
JAMES BAMBER (Jim), 26123, Manchester Regt. (Pals)
I shall never forget him, I loved him too dearly
For his memory to fade from my mind like a dream.
The lips need not speak when the heart mourns sincerely
For thoughts often dwell where they are seldom seen.
From his sorrowing sweetheart, Miss E. SMITH. 10,
Top Schwabe Street, Rhodes.
BAMBER – Killed in action on July 1st 1916, Private J
BAMBER, Manchester (Pals). Fondly remembered by his
Sorrowing MOTHER and Sister and Brother-in-law, Mrs and Mr MATHER
10 Hughes Street.
God be with him until we meet again.
BAMBER – In sad remembrance of Private JAMES
BAMBER (5th Pals), killed in the big push, July 1st, 1916
A FRIEND
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BARDSLEY – In loving memory of ERNEST, who was
killed in action July 1st, 1916. Sadly missed – GERTIE.
BARDSLEY – In loving memory of ALEX J. BARDSLEY
(Mc Pals), died of wounds July 2nd, 1916. Ever remembered by
HILDA.
BARDSLEY – In loving remembrance of Private THOMAS BARDSLEY, No.
18513, 21st Manchester Regt, (Pals).
wounded July 1, died July 2, 1916, and was buried at
Moreland Court Cemetery, France.
From his sorrowing FATHER, MOTHER, SISTER and BROTHER, 348
Chester Rd., Old Trafford, M/c.
The path of duty was the way to glory.
He gave his life for you, for me.
BARDSLEY – In loving memory of my dear brother, Pte THOMAS
BARDSLEY, 18513, 21st Manchester Regt.
(Pals) wounded July 1st died July 2nd, 1916.
Sad was the shock I received that day.
When God called my dear brother away;
The trial is hard though I’ll not complain,
But trust in God to meet again.
No mother’s love did him attend,
Or over him a father bend;
No brother his last words to hear,
Or his only sister to shed a tear.
From his Sister & Brother-in-law (EDITH, HARRY)
BENNETT – In loving memory of Pte. ARTHUR EDWARD
BENNETT (8392), Machine Gun Section, Manchester
Regiment, killed in action July 1st, 1916, aged 21, and
was employed by Messrs. G. S. Mitchell and Co, Bloomstreet, Manchester.
Deeply regretted by PARENTS, BROTHERS, and
SISTERS, 2, Mount Pleasant Square, Salford, Manchester.
BENNETT – In loving memory of Private F BENNETT,
City Pals, killed in action, July 1st, 1916. Ever
remembered by his Sister-in-Law, LOUIE
BENNETT – In loving memory of our dear FRANK (19th
Manchester’s), killed in action July 1, 1916.
Too far away thy grave to see,
But not too far to think of thee.
From his sorrowing DAD, MOTHER, SISTERS LILLIE
And CONNIE, also BROTHERS ALFRED and HARRY and
Joe (in France).
Levenshulme.
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BENNETT – In loving memory of my dear brother FRANK,
killed in action July 1, 1916, 19th Manchesters (Pals)
also my mates of the 8th East Lancashire Regiment who
fell on that day.
Somewhere in France a bugle sounds the charge, brave
lads go forward, a wooden cross, a passing flower marks
where my dear brother fell.
Never forgotten by his loving BROTHER WILLIE
Kilmarnock Red Cross Hospital, Scotland.
BERRISFORD – In lasting memory of Corporal CHARLES
W. BERRISFORD, Manchester Pals, killed in action July
1st, 1916.
But ‘neath a foreign sky,
Far from those who loved him dear
We loved him, yes no tongue can tell
How very dearly and well.
But the unknown grave is the bitterest blow
Only an aching heart can know.
Sadly missed and deeply mourned by his sorrowing
Mother, Father, Sisters and Brother, and Grandma.
158, Chester Road, Hulme.
BERRY – In ever loving memory of my old chum, GEORGE
BERRY, who was killed in action July 1st, 1916.
Sleep on dear George, and take your rest,
Thy duty done, thy labour’s o’er,
We will meet again on the other shore.
B. E. F. (France), WILLIE COATES.
BILLINGS – In loving memory of Corporal WILLIAM
BILLINGS, 17833, 15th Batt. Royal Scots, killed in action
in France, July 1st, 1916. Ever remembered by his
Brother and Sister-in-Law, TED and GERTIE.
BILLINGS – In loving memory of our dear brother, Corporal
W. BILLINGS (Billy), killed in action July 1st, 1916.
Fondly remembered by DOLLOIE and HARRY
Also Mr and Mrs CAMPBELL.
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BIRD – In loving memory of my dear husband Private
DAVID BIRD, Manchester Regiment (“Pals”), killed in
action in France July 1st, 1916.
Oh for the sound of the voice I loved,
The smile on the lips now sealed:
Oh for the touch of a vanished hand,
The wound in my heart to heal,
Fresh in my heart your memory clings,
Yet my grief is still sore:
But each passing year will bring,
The day we’ll meet once more.
From his sorrowing WIFE and baby (HILDA)
15, Wenlock Street, Hulme, Manchester.
BIRDSALL – In sad but loving memory of dear ERNEST,
18th, Manchesters, killed in action, July 1st, 1916.
He lived as he died – a “Pal”.
From FAMILY
10, Newton Avenue, Longsight.
BLAYDON – In honour and affectionate remembrance of
Private ERIC L. R. BLAYDON, who fell July 1st, Manchester Regiment. (Pals)
He gave his richest gift on the altar f duty – his life.
The sweetest memories of my life, dearest,
Are the days that have been,
May God grant you high, eternal gain.
From his fiancé FLORENCE.
BOARDMAN – In loving memory of Pte. HAROLD BOARDMAN, 2nd Batt., Manchester Regt., who was killed in
action July 2nd, 1916. One of the best.
Missed by all.
SISTERS and BROTHERS
77, Queen Street, Newton Heath.
BONEHILL – In loving memory of my dear son, Private
CHARLES BONEHILL, 20th Manchester Regiment, killed
in action, July 1st, 1916.
Always in thought.
MOTHER and FAMILY.
BONEHILL – In loving memory of my dear brother,
CHARLIE, killed in action, July 1st, 1916
Memory can only fade with life,
Form his Sister MAY.
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BOYER – In loving memory of our dear son and brother,
Private R. H. BOYER (Reg,) Manchester Pals, killed in
We miss him most, who loved him best, Each passing
BOYER – In loving memory of REGINALD HENRY BOYER,
Manchester Pals, killed in action July 1st, 1916 – From his
UNCLE and AUNT, 7 Oxton Street, Harpurhey.
Though lost to sight, to memory dear.
BOYER – In proud memory of REG., 5th Pals, dearly
Beloved nephew and cousin of Mr. and Mrs. Quinn and
Family, Naden Dene, Polefield, Blackley, and Arthur
(in France).
Life is all the sweeter that he lived,
And death is all the brighter that he died
And heaven is all the happier that he’s there.
BRADY – In ever loving memory of my dear husband,
C. Sgt-Major ALFRED BRADY, 15th Lancashire Fusiliers
(Salford), killed in action July 1st, 1916.
He crossed the parapet to God.
From his sorrowing
WIFE and CHILDREN.
BRASSINGTON – Corporal T BRASSINGTON, No, 105802,
15th Lancashire Fusiliers, killed July 1, 1916, at Thiepval.
He died as he lived,
True, noble, and good.
He sleeps in a hero’s grave.
From his Brother, JOSEPH BRASSINGTON,
26, Hayfield Road, Pendleton.
BRENNAN – In loving memory of Private F. BRENNAN
(7081), D, Co. Machine Gun Section, killed in action July
2nd, 1916. Never forgotten by his Friend, CISSIE.
4, Grain Street, City.
BRENTNALL – NORMAN, Private age 27, 21st Manchester
Regiment. In affectionate memory of our dear “Norm”.
killed July 1, 1916, and interred at South Mamets, France
All pensive memories as we journey on,
Longings for vanished smile and a voice that has gone.
Greatly mourned and missed by his MOTHER, ETHEL,
CHARLIE (in France), & BERESFORD – 78, New Road, Blackley.
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BREWSTER – In loving memory of my dear husband,
Sergt., ALEX BREWSTER, Lancashire Fusiliers, killed
in action July 1, 11916. (Late of the Salford Police Force)
Duty nobly done.
6, Hafton Road.
BRIGG – In loving memory of our dear son and brother,
Sergeant HERBERT BRIGG, 22nd Batt. Manchester Regt.,
(Pals), killed in action July 1st, 1916, aged 26 years
(late member Proctor’s Gymnasium and Hulme Lad’s Club).
Will never be forgotten by his sorrowing
MOTHER, FATHER, SISTERS, and BROTHERS.
41, Siddall Street, Longsight.
One of the best.
BRIGGS – In loving memory of Sergt., H. BRIGGS, 22nd
Battalion Manchester Regiment (Pals), killed in action
July 1st, 1916. A good friend
Fondly remembered by
MARTHA and JIM.
BROOKE – In loving remembrance of our dear brother, Sergt.,
ARTHUR BALFOUR BROOKE D. C. M, 18th
Manchester (Pals) Regiment, aged 25, killed in action July
1st, 1916. in France (Montauban)
From all his LOVED ONES.
Though lost to sight to memory ever dear.
BROOME – In loving memory, Drummer GEORGE BROOME,
19th, Lancashire Fusiliers, killed in action July 1st, 1916,
previously reported missing, Age 22.
You are not forgotten, brother dear,
Nor will you ever be
As long as life and memory last
We will remember thee.
From his sorrowing SISTER ADA and
WILLIE (in France).
BROOME – In loving memory of our dear only son, Drummer GEORGE BROOME, 19th Lancashire Fusiliers, killed
in action July 1, 1916: previously reported missing. Age 22.
We often sit and think of you,
Dear son, when we are all together
A shadow cast upon our home,
A loved on gone for ever.
Never to be forgotten by his sorrowing MOTHER,
FATHER, and SISTERS – 75, York Street, Hulme.
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BURGESS – In sad but loving memory of my dear husband,
Lance-corpl. STANLEY BURGESS, killed in action July
1st, 1916. Deeply regretted by his wife, 176, Morton Street, Longsight.
BURGESS - In loving memory of Lance-Corpl. S BURGES
killed in France, July 1st, 1916. Never forgotten by his
FATHER, MOTHER, SISTERS and BROTHERS.
148, Earl Street, Longsight.
BIRCH – Private FRANK BIRCH, 20837, Manchester Pals,
killed in action July 1, 1916 age 20 years.
Far from those who loved him dear
Sweet be your rest, my son so dear,
Tis sweet to breathe your name.
In life I loved you very dear,
In death I do the same.
From his loving MOTHER and BROTHER.
BLAND – to the dear memory of my beloved husband, Private
STEPHEN BLAND, 15th Royal Scots, killed in action July
1st 1916.
No morning dawns, no night returns,
But what I think of thee.
BLAND – In affectionate remembrance of our dear brother,
Private STEPHEN BLAND, 17835. 15th Royal Scots,
Killed in action July 1st, 1916. Duty nobly done.
Sadly missed WILL, BERTHA, and STEPHEN.
15, Beech Street, Radcliffe.
BLAND – In memory of Private STEPHEN BLAND, Royal
Scots, killed in action July 1st, 1916, in France.
One of the first to answer the call,
for those he loved he gave his all.
Sadly missed by FATHER, LOUISE, TOM, LIZZIE,
HAROLD (in France) – 94 Monsall Street, Manchester.
BLAND – In loving memory of Private STEPHEN BLAND,
Killed in action July 1 1916, Royal Scots. Always
In thought. From his MOTHER, BROTHER, and SISTER –
IN – LAW – 11 Anslow Street, Manchester.
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BROWN – In memory of Private FRANK BROWN, 16th
Battalion Manchesters (Pals) killed in action July 2nd
From his AUNTI and COUSINS.
8 Buile Street H. B.
Always in thought.
BROWN – In loving memory of my dear friend, Private F.
BROWN, No 6845, 16th Batt, Manchesters (Pals), killed
in France July 1, 1916. Sadly missed by his chum, Pte.
J CROSSLAND (in France), also Mr & Mrs. CROSSLAND
and FAMILY – 58 Freme Street.
CHANCE – In loving memory of Private F. W. CHANCE.
20th Battalion Manchester Regiment, killed in action in
France July 1st 1916.
Mr & Mrs G. H. CHANCE and FAMILY (Kidderminster).
Inserted by Mr and Mrs J. P. Bates, (Sister and
Brother – in law), 11 Woodville Grove, South Reddish.
CHESTER – In sad but loving memory of our dear brother,
Private TOM CHESTER, killed in action July 3, 1916,
Aged 22.
Though lost to sight to memory ever dear.
From MAY, HARRY, and WILLIE.
CHESTER – Private TOM CHESTER, 7019, Royal West
Kent, killed in action July 3, 1916, aged 22. Though
death divides fond memory clings. Ever remembered by
his BROTHER, LIZZIE, and JIM.
Ardwick.
CLAGUE – In loving memory of Private FRANK CLAGUE.
Lancashire Fusiliers, killed in action July 1st 1916. Sadly
missed by his
MOTHER and BROTHERS.
CLEARY – Killed in action July 3rd. 1916, Pte, MICHAEL
(Tom) CLEARY, 11th Cheshire Regt. In his 29th year,
also his brother, Pte JOHN CLEARY, Reservist, Royal
Dublin Fusiliers, killed by a German sniper April 26th,
1915, in his 30th year. Duty done
Lord have mercy on their souls.
Mourned by their MOTHER (A. Mayors), Sister (FRANCES
CLEARY, and Bother (JIM) (in France).
2 Campbell Street, Reddish.
CLUNIE – In memory of ROBERT N. CLUNIE, 7th Border
Regt. killed in action July 3rd 1916.
Ever remembered, NORA.
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CLUNIE – In loving memory ROBERT NAPIER CLUNIE,
who fell in action July 3rd, 1916.
Ever remembered by his FATHER, MOTHER, SISTERS and BROTHER – 62
Pickford St., Old Trafford.
COCKER - In ever loving memory of dear JACK, killed in
the Dardanelles July 3rd, 1915.
Sadly missed by ALEY.
He gave his life for those he loved.
COCKER – In loving memory of JACK (Drummer8th ManChester), killed in the Dardanelles July 3rd, 1915, aged 19,
Deeply mourned by his brothers PERCY (B. F. C.), LEN
(B. F. A.), and ALEC (R. G. A.)
Greater love than this hath no man.
COOK – Killed in action July 1st or 2nd, 1916, Private
TOM COOK. Manchester Regiment.
Sleep on, dear chum, in a far off land,
I shall always think of thee.
Ever remembered by his friends from C.P.Central Openshaw
COOPER – In loving memory of my dear brother, Private
ROBERT COOPER, who was killed in action July 1st, 1916,
also little JIM, who died July 19, 1913. Not forgotten
by his Sister. NELLIE and Brother-in-law EDWIN.
CROSSLEY – In affectionate remembrance of Second-LieuTenant CYRIL CROSSLEY, 15th Lancashire Fusiliers,
killed in action July 1st 1916 – 30 Bolton Rd, Pendleton.
COVENTRY – In loving memory of JOHN COVENTRY, who
fell at the Battle of the Somme July 1st, 1916. Ever
remembered by SAM and Mrs DRIVER.
CAPPER – In loving memory of Private HARRY CAPPER,
5th, Manchesters, killed in action July 1, 1916.
Oft I think of you, dear husband,
And my heart is sad with pain:
And this world would be a heaven
Could I have you back again.
From his sorrowing WIFE and CHILD,
12, Sidmouth Street, Salford.
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CASS – In loving memory of my dearly loved husband,
Private ALBERT CASS, fell in action July 1, 1916.
It is hard to part with those we love
And hold on earth so dear:
The heart no greater trial knows,
No sorrow more severe.
From his sorrowing wife, MARION.
CASS – In loving memory of Pte. J. A. CASS, 19th Manchester Pals, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
Sadly missed by his MOTHER and FATHER.
137, Cornbrook Street, Brooks’s Bar.
CLARE – In loving memory of Private JAMES R CLARE,
2212, fell in action July 1st, 1916. From his grandmother, Mrs DODD, 35, Bishop Street, Brooks’s Bar.
CLARKE – In ever loving memory of my dear husband, Lance
Corporal DANIEL CLARKE, 22nd, Manchester Regiment,
killed in action 1st, July, 1916.
We little thought when we said goodbye
We were parted and you were to die.
Unknown to the world he stands by my side
And whispers these words “Death cannot divide”
From his sorrowing WIFE and all relatives.
CLEGG – In loving memory of my dear son, Private A.
CLEGG, 12040, Manchester Regiment, who was killed in
action in France, July 1, 1916. Ever remembered.
MOTHER, SISTERS. And BROTHER-IN-LAW.
CLEGG – In loving memory of Private A. CLEGG (12040),
Manchester Regiment, (“Pals”), killed in action July 1st,
1916.
Sadly missed by CLARRIE and all at 61, South Street,
CLOSE – In loving memory of our dear son and brother,
RAYMOND CLOSE, 16th, Manchester, killed in action July
1st, 1916. Duty nobly done.
FATHER, MOTHER, and FAMILY,
23, Whitelow Road, Chorlton.
COATES – In loving memory of our dear brother, Private
JAMES COATES, 20th Manchesters, killed in France, July
1st, 1916.
Sadly missed by BROTHERS and SISTERS, also JOHN and NELLIE.
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COLLETT – In loving memory of our dear son, Private JOHN
COLLETT, Manchester Regiment, killed inaction July 1,
1916, age 20 years. Also ALBERT, who passed away
July 27, 1909, age 16 years. Sadly missed by FATHER
and MOTHER.
May they rest in peace.
COLLETT – In loving memory of my dear brother, Private
JOHN COLLETT, Manchester regiment, killed in action
July 1, 1916 age 20 years. Also ALBERT who passed
Away July 27, 1909 age 16 years. R. I. P.
From his loving SISTR and BROTHER-IN-LAW.
COOK – In loving memory of Corporal THOMAS COOK, of
the 21st, Manchester Regt., (6th Pals), killed in action at
Mata Woods, France, July 1st, 1916.
I think of him in silence,
But with no outward show,
For the heart that mourns sincerely
Beats silently and low.
From his sorrowing WIFE and MOTHER-IN-LAW.
COOPER – Private R COOPER, killed in action July 1st,
1916.
One year has passed since that sad day
When one we loved was called away:
God thought it best, it was His will,
But in our hearts he liveth still.
From his sorrowing WIFE and little son BOBBIE and
GRANDAD, 5, Whitfield Place, Ardwick.
CREEGAN – In loving memory of Company-Sergeant-Major
FRANCIS (Frank) CREEGAN (10527), 15th, Lancashire
Fusiliers (1st Salfords), who was killed in action on July
1st, at Thiepval.
Time moves with weary wayward feet
To those whose hearts are sad
Yet faith still whispers we shall meet
Where peace shall make us glad.
Sadly missed by his Mother-in-law, Sister-in-law, and
Brother-in-law, & Mrs. Hardman, 26, Allendale St, Salford.
CROZIER – In loving memory of L-Cpl. GUS CROZIER, of
Levenshulme, 15th Batt. Royal Scots, killed in action in
FATHER, MOTHER, Brothers TOM, DENIS, & EMMA.
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CUNLIFFE – In loving memory of Private (TOM) (4198)
R. F. killed in action July 1st, 1916.
In a lone grave far away,
Our sad aching hearts wander today.
The supreme sacrifice – his life.
His sorrowing MOTHER, FATHER, BROTHER (Harry, in
France), SISTERS, and BROTHERS-in-LAW.
19, Atkinson Place, Salford.
DAKIN – In loving memory of EDWARD FISHER DAKIN,
age 25, Manchester Regt. (1st City Pals), killed in action
July 1st, 1916, only son of G. F. Dakin.
DAVISON – In loving memory of Lce.cpl. TOM DAVISON,
Machine Gun Section, M/c Regt. (Pals), killed in action
July 1st, 1916. Gone, but not forgotten by
ALICE and GERALD.
DAWSON – In affectionate remembrance of JOSEPH (Joe),
10015, 3rd Batt, Manchester Regt. (Pals), who fell in
action July 1st, 1916, aged 28 years. Also his brother
DAVID, 19099, 6th Batt. Manchester Regt. (Pals) who
fell in action December 16, 1916, aged 33 years.
Somewhere in France, to our brothers’ graves,
Our sad thoughts often wander.
Ever remembered by their sorrowing MOTHER, SISTERS
And BROTHER, at 1, Park Street, Heaton Park.
DAWSON – In loving memory of my dear husband, Private
JOSEPH DAWSON, 10015, Manchester Regiment, killed
in battle of Somme, July 1, 1916. Never to be forgotten by
sorrowing wife, FANNY, and little son, FRANK.
12, Edward Street, Prestwich.
DAWSON – In loving memory of brothers Pte. JOSEPH
No. 10015, Manchester Regt. killed in action July 1, 1916,
and Lce-Cpl. DAVID (same regiment), 19099, killed in
action Dec. 17, 1916. from ELLIS, LILY, and MAY.
30, Fairfax Road, Prestwich.
DAVIES – In loving memory Sergt, JOE DAVIES (15),
Service Royal Scots, killed in action in France, July 1st, 1916
FATHER, MOTHER, BROTHER and SISTERS,
and all Relatives and Friends – 292 Ordsall Lane.
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DAVIES – In loving remembrance of Pte, GEORGE DAVIES,
19th Manchesters (4th City Pals), killed in the big advance
on July 1st, the dearly loved and only son of G and E. A.
Davies, 48 Forest Street, Collyhurst.
One of the brave, noble, and true. He took the cross and
made the sacrifice his life. Sadly missed by
FATHER, MOTHER, GRANDMA, SISTERS, & LILY.
DAVIES – In affectionate remembrance of Private GEORGE
DAVIES, 19th Batt, Manchester Regiment, who was killed
in action on July 1st, 1916. Always to be admired by his
friends. JIM and HERBERT.
DEAKIN – Private, JOHN DEAKIN, 7466, Manchester
Regiment, who was killed in action July 1st, 1916.
“His duty nobly done”
Mrs G ANGELL and FAMILY.
DEAKIN – Private JOHN DEAKIN, 7466 Manchester
Regiment, who was killed in action, July 1st, 1916.
“One of the best”
His pal GEORGE.
DORRICOTT – In fond memory of our dear son, ERNEST
(Pte) DORRICOTT, Manchester killed in France,
July 1st, 1916, aged 17 years.
From his loving MOTHER and DAD.
Though only a lad he did a man’s work.
With courage sublime and grand
He fell on that rush on July first,
Where so many Pals with him died.
He is numbered now with the honoured dead.
And somewhere in France he now lies.
DORRICOTT – To the ever loving memory of my dear
Brother, Private ERNEST DORRICOTT, Manchester Regiment, killed in France July 1st, 1916, age 17 years.
Not forgotten by his loving Sister JESSIE and Brotherin-law (Private G. H. VICKERS)
Sleep on dear brother, in a soldier’s grave,
A grave we may never see;
DELPH – In remembrance of TOM, killed in action July 1st,
1916.
Sadly missed by his Chum, JOHN (Ripon).
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DENT – In loving memory of Pte. W. S. DENT, No. 17332,
20th Manchester Regiment (5th Pals), aged 20 years,
killed in action whilst carrying a despatch in France
on July 1st, 1916.
One year has passed since that sad day,
When the one we loved was called away,
God thought it best, it was His will,
But in our hearts, he liveth still.
From FATHER, MOTHER, BROTHERS, and SISTERS.
DICKSON – Killed in action on the Somme, July 1, 1916,
Pte. WILLIAM DICKSON, 16th Manchesters (Pals).
Gone, but not forgotten. Grandma MELDON.
DIXON – In loving memory of Private CHARLES DIXON,
Killed in action July 1st, 1916.
Greater love hath no man than this,
Than lay down his life for a friend.
Sadly missed by his fiancé, MABEL.
Mr and Mrs DALBY, HARRY, and EDITH.
DONNAN – In loving memory of Pte. G. A. DONNAN (Bert),
Royal Scots, killed in action July 1, 1916.
MOTHER, BROTHER, and SISTERS.
DONNAN –In sad but loving memory of Private G. A.
(BERT) DONNAN, 15th Royal Scots, killed in action in
France, July 1st, 1916, in his 24th year.
From his loving MOTHER, SISTERS and BROTHERS,
Also JOE (in France)
80, Lloyd Street, Greenheys, Manchester.
DORRINGTON – In loving memory of our dear friend
Pioneer EDWARD DORRINGTON, Royal Scots, who was
killed in action on the 1st of July, 1916.
Died for King and country,
Giving his life for all,
Without one thought of self,
Obeying his country’s call.
Inserted by his friends, Private and Mrs FEDEN.
Prestwick, Ayrshire.
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DUDLEY – In sad but loving memory of my dear husband,
Pte. W. H. DUDLEY, Manchester Pals, who was killed in
It is not the tears at the moment shed
That tells how beloved is that soul that’s fled,
But tears through many a long night shed.
41, Baker Street, Longsight.
His sorrowing WIFE.
EATON – Killed in action July 1st, 1916. Sec. Lieut.,
J. W. EATON, of Hale, Cheshire.
Gone but not forgotten by ALFRED.
EDGE – In loving memory of Private GEORGE EDGE
(Georgie), 16th Manchester (Pals), who died of wounds
July 3rd, 1916.
With thoughts of that heroical great heart.
That sprang to duty’s call
With thoughts of all the best in him
That time shall have no power to dim,
With thought of duty nobly done,
And high eternal welfare won.
Fondly remembered by MOTHER, FATHER, SISTERS, and BROTHERS,
and EMMIE; also Sergt; GRAHAME WOOD
(on active service).
EVE – In loving memory of JAMES EVE, 15th Royal Scots,
Reported missing in France, July 1st, 1916. From his
PARENTS, BROTHER and SISTERS
EVANS – In loving memory of Private GEORGE ERNEST
EVANS, 12074, 19th Manchesters (4th Pals), dearly
beloved son of George and Mary E. Evans, who was killed
in action July 1st, 1916, age 20.
Brief life was here his portion.
Duty nobly done. R. I. P.
FATHER, MOTHER, and BROTHERS.
EVANS – Pte. J. W. EVANS, 11939, 16th Lancashire
Fusiliers, killed in France July 1st, 1916.
Fold him in Thy arms O Lord, and ever let him be
A messenger of love between my aching heart and Thee.
There is a link death cannot sever,
Love and remembrance last for ever.
From his sorrowing WIFE and BABY; also MOTHER
And FATHER-IN-LAW – 1a, Davies St., Greengate, Salford.
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FARRELL – Pte, J. W, only child of widowed mother
(since died of grief) killed in France July 1, 1916. R. I. P.
UNCLE.
FIRTH – In loving memory of our dear son, JOSEPH (Joe),
Killed in action July 3rd, 1916, age 23 years. Ever remembered by his MOTHER, FATHER, and BROTHERS TOM
HARRY and FRED in France, ELISHA in England; also
sisters-in-law ETHEL and NELLIE.
For many years our family chain was closely linked together,
But after duty nobly done one link has gone forever.
With the Lord.
No. 2 Meyer View, Newall Street.
Eccles New Road, Salford.
FITTON – In loving memory of THOMAS FITTON (nee
Holmes), who was killed in action July 1st, 1916
Too dearly loved to ever be forgotten by MA
21, Stockport Road, Levenshulme.
FLINT – In loving memory of Pte,. AFRA FLINT, Manchester Pals, killed July 1st, 1916.
Peace perfect peace, with loved ones far away,
In Jesu’s keeping we are safe, and they.
One whom it was good to know.
23, Alfred Street.
Never forgotten by LIZZIE.
FRANKISH – In loving memory of my dear son and brother,
Lance-corporal J. A. FRANKISH, died in France, July 2nd,
1916.
Not dead to me, I loved him dear,
Not lost, but gone before,
He lives with me in memory still,
And will for ever more.
From his MOTHER and Brother HARRY (in France).
19, Dryden Street, Longsight.
FRANKISH – In loving memory of my dear brother, Lancecorporal J. A. FRANKISH, died in France, July 2nd, 1916.
He died a noble death, a true soldier,
And a gentleman to all he knew.
Always remembered by his Sister BESSIE and BROTHERIn-LAW – 19, Dryden Street, Longsight.
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FRANKISH – In loving memory of my dear brother LanceCorporal FRANKISH, died in France July 2nd, 1916.
A day of remembrance, sad to recall,
Always in thought, and missed by all.
From his sorrowing SISTER and BROTHER-IN-LAW and
Family (Yarwood), 11, Harper St, Earl St, Longsight.
FREER – In loving memory of my dear husband, Private
SAMUEL FREER, Manchester Regiment, killed in action
July 1st, 1916.
Oft I think of you dear husband,
And my heart is sad with pain,
And this world would be a heaven
Could I have you back again,
But you have left me to remember
These two treasures in your place.
From his sorrowing WIFE and CHILDREN (Lilly & Annie)
FREER – In loving memory of our dear son, Private
SAMUEL FREER, Manchester Regiment, killed in action
July 1st, 1916.
Sad was the shock we received that day
When God called our dear son away,
The trial is hard, though we will not complain,
But trust in God to meet again.
From his sorrowing MOTHER, FATHER, ISTERS,,
BROTHERS, in France (George and Will).
FURNESS – killed in action July 1st, 1916, Private
WILLIAM, 17351, 1/20th Manchester Regt. (M/c. Pals).
Far from a mother that loved him dear ,
In a hero’s grave he lies.
Sweet be your rest, my son, so dear in life
I loved you well, in death I do the same.
From his sorrowing MOTHER and BROTHER and BROTHER
TOM (in France) – 85, Silver Street, Hulme.
FURNESS – Private WILLIAM FURNESS, Manchester Pals,
killed in action July 1, 1916. From AUNT, UMCLE,
COUSINS, BERTHA and Cousin HAROLD (in France).
From memory’s page we’ll never blot
Three little words, forget me not.
24, Boston Street.
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GALLEY – In loving memory of our dearly loved son-in-law,
Private ARHTHUR GALLEY, Manchester Pals, reported killed
July 1, 1916. Also our dearly loved son JAMES, who died
July 1, 1908.
It is sweet to remember those who once were here,
And who though absent are just as dear.
Mr and Mrs JONES, 23, Shakespeare Street, Bradford.
GARLAND – ERNEST F. GARLAND, Manchester Regiment
(Pals), killed in action (France) July 1st 1916. Ever
remembered.
MAGGIE and JACK.
GARNER – In ever loving memory of our dear brother, ALF,
killed July 1st, 1916. Never to be forgotten by his
SISTERS and BROTHERS.
38, Trafford Grove, Streford.
GAYGAN – In memory of Private RICHARD GAYGAN,
2nd Lancashire Fusiliers, reported missing, now officially
reported killed in France, July 1st, 1916. Always in
thought. Never forgotten by his
WIFE and TWO CHILDREN.
Mrs Gaygan, 4, Browning Street.
GILLFILLAN – In loving memory of Lance-Corporal JACK,
15th Royal Scots (17886), killed in action July 1st 1916.
Duty nobly done.
Sadly missed by FATER, BROTHERS, SISITERS-INLAW, and NEPHEW. 175, Conran Street, Harpurhey.
GILLOW – In loving memory of my dear sweetheart, Private
JAMES GILLOW, 2661, I. F. all E. Warwicks, killed
July 1st, 1916, age 23.
Fold him in Thine arms O Lord, and ever let him be
A messenger of love between my aching heart and thee.
all at 10, James Street, Bradford, Manchester.
GRANT – Missing July 1st, 1916, now reported killed.
JACK GRANT, 22 Manchester (Pals). He is not dead who
lives in the hearts of those that love him dearly. Mourned
by MOTHER, FATHER, SISTERS, BROTHERS and MAY.
2a Fairfield Street, London Road.
23 Union Street, Ardwick, Manchester.
GRANT – In loving memory of Pte,. JOHN GRANT, Manchester (Pals), reported killed July 1, 1916. A day of
remembrance sad to recall.
MAY.
HABLUTZEL – In loving memory of GEORGE RUDOLPH
King’s Own Royal Lancaster Regiment, killed in action
July 1st, 1916.
MOTHER and FAMILY.
HIAGH – In loving memory of GEORGE, killed in action
July 1st, 1916.
NORMAN.
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HAITH – In loving memory of Pte, WARWICK HAITH.
Manchester Pals, killed in action at Montauban, July 1st 1916
The supreme sacrifice his – life
His Sister MARGARET.
HAITH – In loving memory of my dear husband.
WARWICK, killed whilst sniping at Montauban,
July 1st, 1916.
His loving wife, JESSIE G HAITH (nee Longrigg)
Time may change dear, death may sever,
But loving memories last forever;
Thy purpose Lord, we cannot see,
But all is well that’s done by Thee.
27, Milton Street, C-on-M
HALL – In loving memory of our dear son and brother,
Private FRED HALL, 1st, Border Regt. killed in action
in France, July 1st, 1916, in his 21st year.
He lies in peace, free from pain,
His life he gave for victory gain,
In early life he was cut down,
And hopes in heaven to wear a crown.
From his sorrowing FATHER, MOTHER and SISTERS, and
BROTHERS (Dick, John, and Herbert), on active service
also EDITH and ADA – 20, Culceth Gates, Culceth
Lane, Newton Heath, Manchester.
HANKEY – In loving memory of my dear husband, Private
CLIFFORD HANKEY (Kettle), killed in action July 3rd,
1916 at Thiepval (France) From his sorrowing wife
MAGGIE and CHILDREN. KATHLEEN and DENIS, late of
542, Oldham Road, Miles Platting.
HARRISON – In ever loving memory of my dear husband
And my dear dada, Pte,. ALBERT HARRISON (6381)
16th Manchester Regt,. 1st Pals, who made the supreme
sacrifice at Montauban, July 1, 1916. Late with Messrs.
Rylands, Ltd, (print dept)
A day of remembrance sad to recall
Sadly missed by his loving Wife Lily and Sonny ERIC
and Relatives – 23, St Georges Road, Withington.
HART – In ever loving memory of our dear son and brother,
GEORGE, killed in action July 1st, 1916, 22nd Man chester Regiment.
It is not the tears at the moment shed
That tell how beloved is the soul that’s fled,
But the tears through many a long night wept,
And the sad remembrance so fondly kept.
Sadly missed by his sorrowing MOTHER, FATHER, SISTERS, and
BROTHER– 4 Albert St, Rusholme. R. I. P.
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HART – In sad but loving memory of my dear brother,
GEORGE, killed in action July 1, 1916, 22nd M/c Regt.,
Oh, that those who make the quarrel were the only men
To fight.
Oh, God how strange and mysterious are Thy ways,
To take our dear brother in the best of his days.
Sadly missed by his sorrowing Sister Cissy & Brother-in-law.
HARTLEY – In loving memory of my dear husband, JOHN
ROBERT HARTLEY, Stretcher Bearer, 2-5th Royal WarWicks, killed in action July 1st 1916.
Do I forget oh no, for memory’s loving chain
Still binds my heart to his in heaven until we meet again
Sadly missed by his loving Wife LUCY.
HATTON – In loving memory of our dear son, Pte. FRED
HATTON, Royal Scots, killed in action July 1st, 1916,
aged 21 years.
One year has passed, our hearts still sore,
As time goes on we miss him more
From his sorrowing FATHER, MOTHER, SISTER, and
BROTHER – 30, Rowsley Street, Beswick.
HEAPS – In loving memory of our beloved eldest son and
brother (GEORGE), Private, Manchester Pals, killed in
action in France, July 1st, 1916.
A day of remembrance sad to recall.
From his FATHER, MOTHER, SISTER and
BROTHERS – 79, Peru St., Salford.
HEATH – Missing, July 1st, 1916, now officially reported
killed on that date, Pte. CLAUDE PENNINGTON HEATH,
Lancashire Fusiliers, dearly-beloved son of Mrs Heath,
50, Gilda Brook Road, Eccles.
Far from those who loved him dear,
Fold him in Thine arms O Lord,
And ever let him be
A messenger of love between
My aching heart and thee.
Rest in peace.
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HEATON – in loving memory of my dear son, Private G.
HEATON, 20363, Manchester Pals, died of wounds in
France, July 2nd, 1916, age 25.
It’s only a mother that knows the sorrow,
It’s only a mother that knows the pain,
Of losing a son she loved so dearly,
And to know she cannot see him again,
With a heart so loving and actions so kind
It would be hard in this world his equal to find.
From his sorrowing MOTHER, SISTERS and BROTHERS
serving – 11, Greenhill Street, Greenheys.
HEATON – In loving memory of Private G. HEATON,
20363, Manchester Pals, died of wounds in France, July
2nd, 1916, age 25.
For many years our family chain was gently linked together,
But oh, the chain is broken now, one link that has gone forever.
From his sorrowing SISTER and Brother-in-law, WM.
BELL, S. B. A. in France
HEATON – In loving memory of Private G. HEATON,
20363 Manchester Pals, died of wounds in France, July
2nd, 1916, age 25.
We often sit and think of him when we are all together,
A shadow o’er our home is cast,
And a loved one gone forever.
From his sorrowing
SISTER and Brother-in-law, CLIFFORD WILLIAMS
(in France)
HENRY – Our dearly loved only son, ELLIS, killed in action
in France, July 1st, 1916 also our dear little TOM, who
died (suddenly) September 28th, 1910 age 10
Transplanted from earth
To heaven
MOTHER and FATHER
HESKETH – In loving memory of my dear husband, Sergt.
HAL HESKETH, 17395, the Royal Scots, killed in action
July 1st, 1916. “Gone over the top” “Gone ahead”
MAB.
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HESKETH – In ever loving memory of our dear friend, Sgt.
HAL HESKETH, 15th Royal Scots, killed in action July 1,
1916.
Far better is it to be nobly remembered
Than to be nobly born.
BERTHA and GEORGE.
HESKETH – In loving and honoured remembrance of my
eldest son HAROLD (Pioneer Sergt. HAL HESKETH),
15th Royal Scots, who nobly fell in the performance of
his duty, in France, July 1st, 1916.
Duty impelled you and you never faltered,
There was no need for her to whisper twice,
The end you saw not – no nor would have altered,
You took the cross and made the sacrifice,
Thinking that our remembrance, though unspoken,
May reach him where he sleeps. F. D. E. and J. A.
HESLOP – Private A. HESLOP, 17114, 20th S. B. M/cr
Regt,. killed in action July 1st, 1916, buried near King
George’s Hill, on the Somme.
Times may change dear, death may sever,
But loving memories last for ever.
HILL – In loving memory of our dear Son, Corporal ROWLAND HILL, 1st City Pals, 16th Manchester Service
Battalion, killed in action 1st July, 1916.
Far from his mother, who loved him well,
In a hero’s grave he lies,.
Sleep on dear son,
“Tis sweet to breathe your name,
In life we loved you very dear,
In death we do the same.
He sleeps in the peace of the Lord.
From his sorrowing MOTHER, FATHER, and Brother
JOHN (serving in France)
HILL – In loving memory of our dear Brother, Corporal
ROWLAND HILL, 1st City Pals, killed in action July 1st,
1916, at Montauban.
‘Tis hard to part with those we love,
Tho’ parting hours will come,
Then let us hope to meet again,
In our eternal home.
From his sorrowing Sisters,
NELLIE, BERTHA, EDITH and Brother HARRY.
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HILL – IN loving memory of Corporal ROWLAND, 6503,
Manchester Pals, killed in action, July 1st, 1916.
I shall never forget him,
I loved him too dearly,
For his memory to fade,
From my mind like a dream,
The lips need not speak,
When the heart mourns sincerely,
For thoughts often dwell,
Where they seldom are seen.
Deeply mourned by his sweetheart
MABEL.
HILTON – Private WALTER HILTON, 17th Manchesters,
missing since July 1st, 1916, is now officially reported
killed on or about that date. Youngest son of Mr. G. T.
HILTON, 76, Sloane Street, Brooks’s Bar.
HOLLINS – In loving memory of my dear husband, Private
W. HOLLINS (17655), the Manchester Regiment, who
was killed in action in France on July 1st, 1916, in his
27th year.
One year has passed: my heart still sore,
As time goes on I miss him more,
What happy hours we once enjoyed,
How sweet their memory still;
But they have left an aching heart,
This world can never fill.
Never to be forgotten by his sorrowing wife GEORGINA,
42, Harlston Street, Hulme, Manchester.
HOLLINS – In loving memory of our dear son-in-law, Private
W. HOLLINS (17655), who was killed in action on July
1st, 1916, in his 27th year.
We often sit and think of him
When we are all together;
A shadow o’er our home is cast,
And a loved one gone forever.
Sadly missed by his FATHER and MOTHER-IN-LAW,
brother and sister in law (ARTHUR and AGNES),
ANDREW ALBERT and EDWARD (both in France).
HOLME – In loving memory of L-Cpl, E. H. HOLME, Pte
C. BOARDMAN, and Pte, F. HACKETT, 20th Manchesters (Pals) , killed in action July1st, 1916.
Sleep, soldiers, still in honoured rest,
Your truth and valour wearing;
The bravest are the tenderest,
The loving are the daring.
From their Billet, 5, Townley Street, Morecambe.
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HOLMES – In loving memory of my dear son, THOMAS,
18695, 2nd, Border Regiment, killed in action July 1st,
1916, Ever remembered by his loving Mother and Sisters.
DOLLY and HILDA 46, Richmond Street, Moss Side.
HOLMES – In loving memory of THOMAS HOLMES, who
was killed in action July 1st, 1916. Remembrance.
From his loving BROTHERS, HARRY and JOHN (in France).
HOLMES – In sad but loving memory of my dear son, Pte.
JOHN HOLMES, 8656, 7th Manchester Pals, killed July
1st 1916, aged 28. Always in memory . From his loving
MOTHER, SISTER and BROTHER, & LITTLE MARY.
17, Wood Street, Openshaw.
HOOLEY – In ever loving memory of Private ALFRED
DRAKE HOOLEY, Manchester Regiment, who died of
wounds in France July 1st, 1916.
Greater love hath no man.
HOLT – In loving memory of GEORGE WILLIAM (sergtInstructor), 18th Manchesters, who died of wounds July 3,
1916, this beloved and only son of Mr. And Mrs. James
HOLT, Westgate, Hale.
HOLT – In kind remembrance of Corporal GEORGE HOLT,
19th Battalion Manchesters (4th City Pals), killed in
action June 30th, 1916. Ever remembered by his sincere
friends CLARA, CONNIE, EVE, and DORA.
HORRIDGE – In loving memory of my dear son, Private
ANDREW, killed at Albert, July 1st, 1916. 5th M/c Regt.
(Pals).
From his broken hearted MOTHER.
32, Chell Street, Longsight, Manchester.
Some time, some day, my eyes shall see
This face I keep in memory.
HORRIDGE – In affectionate remembrance of my dear
brother ANDREW, killed at Albert, July 1st, 1916.
The sweetest thoughts in life
Are memories of days that have been.
Sadly missed by his Sister JANET.
HORRIDGE – In ever loving memory of our dear brother,
ANDREW (Pals), killed at Albert, July 1st, 1916.
In the flower of manhood he gave his life. Ever remembered by his
sorrowing brothers, BILLY (in France), and GEORGE (Grenadier Guard in
training) 32, Chell Street. Longsight.
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HORRIDGE – In loving memory of my dear brother,
ANDREW, killed at Albert July 1st, 1916
A day of remembrance sad to recall
From his loving Sister, NELLIE HENTHORN.
HORRIDGE – In ever loving memory of my dear brother,
Pte. ANDREW HORRIDGE, 17384 Manchester Pals,
killed in action July 1st, 1916, in France also my very
dear brother JOHN, who was killed in action at the
Dardanelles on August 7th, 1915; and my dear, dear
PA, who died May 5th, 1917, at 32, Chell-street, Long
sight.
Till the shadows flee and we meet to part no more
Thy will be done. Amen.
Deeply mourned by MAUD and FAMILY.
Vancouver. B. C.
HOUSLEY – In loving memory of Private HORACE
HOUSLEY Manchester Pals, killed in action, July 1st,
1916, in his 21st, year, late of Longsight.
Ever remembered by all at home and brother, GEORGE
(in France) – 52 Green Lane.
HOWARD – In loving memory of our dear JOE, killed in
Action July 1st, 1916.
Gone but not forgotten.
By his MOTHER, BROTHERS, SISTER and SISTER-INLAW – 4, Millbrook Street, Harpurhey.
HOWELLS – In loving memory of my dear boy, ALEC, of
the Manchester Regiment (1st Pals), who was killed in
action July 2nd, 1916. Too dearly loved to be forgotten.
POLLIE and Mr. and Mrs. J. W. BROADBENT,
42, Clifford Street.
HOYLE- In loving memory of my dear son, HERBERT,
who fell in action July 1st 1916, in his 22nd year.
He gave his life for his country.
Sadly missed – From his loving MOTHER, SISTERS and
BROTHER and AUNTIE – York House, Church Lane.
HOYLE – In loving memory of my dear friend, Private
HERBERT HOYLE, Manchester Regiment, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
One gift he had, a loyal gift he gave,
And nobly exchanged it for a soldier’s grave.
LEONARD (in France).
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HUGHES – In loving memory of our dear brother, Private
JOSEPH HUGHES, killed in action July 1st, 1916. One
of the best
NELLIE and WALTER.
HUGHES – In loving memory of JOSEPH HUGHES, No.
6760, 16th Manchesters (1st Pals), who died of wounds July
1, 1916.
Of a sound of a voice that is stilled,
Asleep with his brave pals in France.
Ever remembered by his sorrowing MOTHER, FATHER
and SISTERS; & also Mr. Joseph Williamson and Family.
HUGHES – In loving memory of Pte. RICHARD HUGHES,
7465, Manchester Pals, who fell in action July 1st, 1916.
Sadly missed by his WIFE and little SON.
46, Pickering Street, Harpurhey.
He died a noble death.
HUGHES – In loving memory our dear son, Private
JOSEPH HUGHES, Manchester Regiment, killed in action
July 1st, 1916.
Little he’ll rock if they let him sleep on
In a grave where a Briton has laid
him.
From FATHER and MOTHER.
HUGHES – In affectionate memory of our dear brother,
Private JOSSEPH HUGHES, Manchester Regiment, killed
in action July 1st, 1916.
He was a true pal and brother
From TOM and OWEN (both in France).
HUMPHRIES – In affectionate remembrance of our dear
friend Private G HUMPHRIES. Manchester Regiment
(Pals), killed in action July 1st, 1916. We shall never
forget him; we loved him too dearly.
JACK and
EVELYN. Milestone Hotel, Thomas Street, Manchester.
ICKE – In loving remembrance of my dear brother, L-Cpl,
E. W. ICKE, 20095, Manchester Regt. (Pals), killed in
action on July 1st last.
He gave his life for his country.
Deeply regretted by his loving Sister (EVELYN).
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ICKE – In loving memory of my dear chum, Lance-Corporal
ERNEST ICKE, 22nd Manchesters Service Battalion,
We do not need to stop and grieve
For him, however much we care,
Because we shall, so we believe
Yet serve again with him elsewhere
From his faithful chum, JACK HILL.
INGOE – In loving memory of Pte. H. INGOE, 18th Manchesters, killed in action July 1st, 1916, in France
He nobly fought and fell dying for those he loved.
FATHER, MOTHER, SISTER, BROTHER (in France),
And UNCLE – 11, Alfred Street, Harpurhey.
INGOE – In loving memory of Private HERBERT INGOE,
18th, Manchesters, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
Time may change dear, death may sever.
Thy purpose Lord, we cannot see.
But all is well that’s done by Thee.
Sadly missed by his young lady< ALICE, 7, Naylor
Street, Oldham Road, Manchester.
JACKSON – In sad but loving memory of EDWIN JACKSON, who died July 2nd, 1916.
A good life is often too short,
But a good name, endureth for ever. From his
WIFE and CHILDREN, 2, Crawford Street, Stretford.
JACKSON – In affectionate remembrance of Cpl. HARRY
JACKSON, 11118, King’s Own Royal Lancaster Regiment, killed in action July 1st, 1916 age 21 years.
BETTY and EDITH.
JOHNSON – In loving memory of my dear husband, Sergeant,
GEORGE JOHNSON, 23rd, Manchester Pals, who was
Killed in action in France on July 1st, 1916.
At duty’s call.
Fondly remembered by his sorrowing WIFE, TWO
LITTLE ONES; and FATHER-IN-LAW
JACKSON – In affectionate remembrance of Sergeant MARK
JACKSON, Manchester Regiment, who fell in action July
1st, 1916 “He gave his all”
Fondly remembered by Mr. and Mrs. UNSWORTH and
FAMILY – 17, Earl Street, Broughton.
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JAMES – In loving memory of my dear brother, Pte. W. P.
JAMES, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
Some day we shall understand
Sadly missed by his
Sister BEATY; also FRED, PETE, and MA.
JENKINS – In loving memory of our dear son and brother,
Pte. A. JENKINS, 5th Pals, killed in action in France,
July 1st, 1916.
We often sit and think of you
When we are all together;
A shadow cast upon our home
A loved one gone for ever.
From his loving FATHER, MOTHER, SISTERS and
BROTHERS, MAY and AMY.
JENKINS – In sad but loving memory of Private L. W.
JENKINS, killed in action July 1st, 1916, Manchester
Regiment (Pals) No. 20831
Roses may wither; flowers may die;
Friends may forget you Leonard but never will I.
Fondly remembered by Lizzie Mrs. Daniels, Jim (in Salonica)
JENKINS – In loving memory of my dear ARTHUR,
L.G.S. (5th Pals), who fell in action July 1, 1916.
Sweet to remember one who was once here,
And who, though absent, still just as dear.
From his sorrowing fiancé MAY.
JENKINS – In ever loving memory of ARTHUR, 5th Pals,
Who fell in action July 1, 1916.
He bravely answered duty’s call,
He bravely fought and fell,
He did his best for one and all,
And for those who loved him well.
Ever remembered by Mr. and Mrs. GREEN & FAMILY.
JOHNSON – In loving memory of our dear son and brother,
Sergeant A. JOHNSON, killed in action July 1, 1916.
MOTHER, SISTER, and BROTHER also
BROTHER-IN-LAW (in France)
Too far away is grave to see
But not too far to think of thee.
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JOHNSON – In loving memory of our dear son, Private
ARTHUR JOHNSON, 8198, Manchester Regiment (Pals),
age 21, killed in action July 2, 1916. Never will be forgotten by FATHER, MOTHER, BROTHERS and SISTERS.
He was one of the best,
There is a link death cannot sever
Love and remembrance live for ever.
15, Rosamund Street, Hulme, Manchester.
JOHNSON – In loving memory of Private, ALFRED
JOHNSON (12533), Machine Gun Section, 19th Manchesters, who was killed in action in France, July 1st, 1916.
FATHER, JOSEPH, EVA, ETHEL.
He died for me.
JOHNSON – In loving memory of Private ALFRED JOHNSON (12533), Machine Gun Section, 19th Manchesters,
who was killed in action in France, July 1st, 1916.
Oh that those who make the quarrel were
the only ones to fight.
Fondly remembered by his
Brother HERBERT (in training) and
Sister-in-law ADA.
JOHNSON – In loving memory of No, 2636 Pte, PERCIVAL
O, JOHNSON. 18th, Royal Warwickshire Regiment, killed
on the Somme, July 1st, 1916.
Sadly missed by all at home and SARAH.
403, Moss Lane East, Moss Side.
JOHNSON – In loving memory of ALF, Machine Gunner
4th Pals, who fell in action July 1st, 1916.
Mourned sincerely by his friend
M. TAYLOR.
JOHNSTONE – In loving memory of ALEXANDER JOHNSTONE, late of 87, Bristol-street, Hulme, 8658, Manchester Pals, killed in action in France, July 1st, 1916.
He lives in peace free from pain,
His life he gave for victory’s gain;
In early life he was cut down,
And hope in heaven to wear a crown.
From his loving Daughter (LILLIAN), Mother-in-law,
Sister-in-law (FLORRIE), & Brother-in-law (JIM).
21, Chatsworth Street, C-on-M.
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JONES – In loving remembrance of Private ARTHUR
JONES, 1st, Lancashire Fusiliers, who fell in action on
the Somme July 1st, 1916.
From memory’s page I’ll never blot
Three precious words, “Forget me not”.
Ever remembered by EMILY
9, Fountain Street, City Road, Hulme.
JONES – In affectionate remembrance of Private ERNEST
EATON JONES (Ernie), 19th Service Battalion Manchester Regiment, killed in action in the Battle of the
Somme, July 1, 1916.
MOTHER and PRYCE.
JOYCE – In loving memory of Corporal HERMAN JOYCE,
Age 20, 5th, Pals, killed in action July 1st, 1916. Sadly
missed by all – Dean Avenue, Newton Heath.
KEGGEN – In loving remembrance of Lance-Sergeant
HERBERT KEGGEN, nephew of Mr. And Mrs. A. W.
Keggen, who died of wounds, July 2nd, 1916.
Deeply mourned by THE FAMILY
149, Hamilton Road, Longsight.
KEGGEN – In loving memory of Sergeant H. KEGGEN
(Bert), who died of wounds July 2nd, 1916.
One of the best.
Sadly missed by THE STAFF at 253, Stockport Road,
Leverhulme.
KEGGEN – In loving memory of our dear BERT, Sergeant
H. KEGGEN, 17948, Manchester Regiment, who fell in
action July 1st, 1916, and died in hospital on the 2nd.
No chance had he of some great deed of valour,
Which might the issue the day decide,
He did but do his duty, simply, bravely,
And in doing, died.
Sadly missed by
FATHER, MOTHER and SISTER
253, Stockport Road, Levenshulme.
KEILLER – In loving memory of my dear ALBERT, 27332,
15th, Royal Scots who made the supreme sacrifice on his
birthday, July 1st, 1916. Ever in the thought of
EMMIE 6, Osborne Street, Seedley.
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KELLY – Private JOHN KELLY, 7th Manchesters (Pals)
killed in action, July 1st, 1916.
I oft’times shed some bitter tears
When I am all alone
When I think of my dear brother’s grave
So very far from home
Some day I hope to meet him,
Some day, we know not when.
To clasp his hand in a better land,
Never to part again.
His loving Sister JANEY - 38,
KELSALL – In loving memory of my dear husband, Private
THOMAS KELSALL 7546, Manchester Regiment, killed
in action July 1st, 1916, aged 36 years
When alone in my sorrow and bitter tears flow,
There stealeth a dream of the dear days long ago
Unknown to the world he stands by our side,
And whispers dear wife and child death cannot divide.
Only those who have loved and lost,
Know the meaning of the word gone
Ever remembered by his Sorrowing
WIFE and DAUGHTER
56, Ridgway Street, Moss Side.
KELSALL – In loving memory of my dear eldest son,
Private THOMAS KELSALL (7546), Manchester Regiment, killed in action July 1st, 1916, aged 36 years.
He was a son most truly fond,
A friend most kind and true,
A better son, or brother, never lived,
His equals were but few.
One of the best.
Gone but not forgotten, form his sorrowing MOTHER,
SISTERS and BROTHERS (Joe in Egypt; Albert and Jim
in France) – 10, Cricket Street, Dalton-street, Hulme.
KELSALL – In loving memory of our dear brother, JAMES
(lance-corporal 20th Manchesters), killed in action in
France 1st July, 1916. VIOLET, VERA, and HAROLD
7, Birch Hall Lane, Longsight,
How sweet the bidding “Come to Me”
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KEMP – In loving memory of Private HAROLD R. KEMP,
19172, Manchester Regiment, the dearly beloved and only
child of Mr. And Mrs. Kemp, 11, Cedar Street, Gorton,
killed in action France, July 1st, 1916. From his sorrowing MOTHER, FATHER, and GRANDAD. Sadly missed.
KEMP – In loving memory of HAROLD, 21st, Manchesters,
who was killed in action July 1st, 1916.
JESSIE.
KERSHAW – In loving memory of ELLIS KERSHAW,
Sec. Lieutenant 1st Lancashire Fusiliers, killed in action
at Beaumont Hamel, July 1st, 1916, aged 22 years
MOTHER, BROTHERS, and SISTER,
23, Alexandra Road, Moss Side.
KING – In loving memory of Private FRANK KING, Lancashier Fusiliers, killed in action July 1st, 1916.,
A day of remembrance, sad to recall,
Always in thought and missed by all.
ANNIE and FAMILY – 3, Dalton Terrace, Manchester.
KNOWLSON – Killed in action in France, July 1, 1916,
Private HAROLD KNOWLSON, 8207, 17th Manchester
Pals, in his 18th year,
Far from the mother who loved him dear,
Sweet be your rest, my son, so dear,
Tis sweet to breathe your name,
In death I do the same.
From his sorrowing
MOTHER, SISTER, BROTHERS, WILLIAM (in France)
235, Ashton New Road.
LANGSHAW – I loving memory of Pte. WILLIAM LANGSHAW, killed in action July 1, 1916.
“A good name is rather to be desired than great
riches”.
Ever remembered by ANNIE.
LAURENS – On the 1st July, 1916, EDMUND CAMPION
LAURENS, killed in action in France, Manchester Regiment, aged 17 years R. I. P. Deeply regretted.
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LAWSON – In loving memory of my dear husband, Private
J. W. LAWSON, 5 Barlow Road, Levenshulme, killed in
France July 1st, 1916.
We little thought when we said good-bye
We parted forever and you were to die;
The grief we feel words cannot tell,
That we could not be with you to bid you farewell.
Sadly missed by his WIFE and CHILDREN.
LAWSON – In affectionate remembrance of our dear son,
Private JAMES WILFRED LAWSON, 15th, Royal Scots
(Manchester Scottish), killed in action July 1st, 1916.
Deeply mourned by his Mother and Father, (Mr. and
Mrs. LAWSON), 5, Barlow Rd. Levenshulme.
LAWSON – In memory of our dear brother, Pte, J. W.
LAWSON, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
He gave his life for those he loved.
Mr. and Mrs. F. C. NICHOLLS,
Manly, Sydney, Australia.
LAWSON – In memory of our dear brother, Pte. J. W.
LAWSON, 15th, Royal Scots, (Manchester Scottish), killed
In action July 1, 1916 – GEORGE and FANNY LAWSON,
2, Mercer Street, Levenshulme.
LEAREY – In loving memory of my dear friend, Pte, J.
LEAREY, 33180, M/c Pals, killed in action July 1, 1916.
Never forgotten by A. FINCH, 15, Percival St, N. Heath. LEE – In affectionate
remembrance of my dear Brothers,
Corporal G. E. LEE, of the 22nd Manchesters, who fell
in action July 1st, 1916, also Lance-Corporal WALTER,
who fell in Flanders, May 26th, 1916, also DAD, who
passed away February 2nd, 1914.
Sister ANNIE.
To live in the hearts
Of those left behind
Is not to die.
LEE – In affectionate remembrance of my dear Brothers,
Corporal G. E. LEE, of the 22nd Manchesters, who fell
in action July 1st, 1916, also Lance-Corporal WALTER,
who fell in Flanders, May 26th, 1916, also DAD, who
passed away February 2nd, 1914.
Sister ANNIE.
To live in the hearts
Of those left behind
Is not to die.
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LEECH – In memory of my dear husband’s chum. Private
HAROLD LEECH, 15th Lancashire Fusiliers, killed in
action in France somewhere about 2nd July, 1916.
Ever remembered by Mrs. FOGG.
Alderson Street, Pendleton.
LEONARD – In loving memory of my dear husband,
Private BOB LEONARD, L. N. L. Regiment, killed in action
July 3rd, 1916. Ever remembered by his sorrowing wife
MAUD – 6, Khartoum Street, Brooks’s Bar.
LEVER – In loving memory of our dear son, Private F. T.
LEVER, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
19, Derby Street, Moss Side.
LINDSAY – GEORGE DOUGLAS, 17th, Manchester Regiment, missing, now officially reported killed in action, July
1-2, 1916, at Montaubaun; also BERNARD, Royal Fusiliers,
killed in action in France, 24th, July 1916, beloved sons
of Mr. and Mrs. LINDSAY, 14 Parkfield Street, Rusholme.
LITTLER – L-Cpl, JAMES LITTLER, 21217, Lancs. Fus.
(previously reported missing), killed July 1, 1916, age 17.
Twelve months have assed, our hearts still sore,
As time goes by we miss him more,
Absence only makes the heart grow fonder.
From
MOTHER and FATHER
13, Victoria Terrace, Lees Street, Higher Openshaw.
LITTLER – In Loving memory of Lance-Corpl. J. LITTLER,
21217, Lancashire Fusiliers, reported missing July 1,
1916, now reported killed – From his sorrowing AUNT and
UNCLE, Cousin EMILY, and three cousins now serving,
JIM, HARRY, and JOE (in France).
107, Mauldeth Road, Withington.
LOUNSBACH – In loving memory of our dear sons and
Brothers, Private JOE and Private HARRY, of the 7th
Pals, killed in France, July 1st, 1916.
Our human hopes had craved for all
A safe return “twas thus we planned”
But Thou hadst better things in store
For all their Times are in Thy hand.
From their loving FATHER, MOTHER, and FAMILY
(EDWARD and TOM serving with the colours)
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LOUNSBACH – In loving memory of my dear Sweetheart,
Private HARRY LOUNSBACH, also his Brother (JOE),
who were both killed in action on July 1st, 1916.
Thy will be done
Sadly missed by
LIZZIE and FAMILY.
LOUNSBACH – In loving memory of our dear brothers,
Private JOE and Private HARRY, both of the 7th Pals,
killed in France July 1, 1916.
Loved by all who knew them.
MARY and FRED and little ELSIE.
LOUNSBACH – In loving memory of Private JOSEPH
LOUNSBACH, Manchester Regt, killed in action July 1,
1916 – Mrs INMAN, 74, Church Street, Harpurhey.
One of the best
That God could lend;
One of Britain’s brave pals,
And my dearest friend.
LOUNSBACH – In loving memory of Pte. JOSEPH LOUNSBACH (Joe), No. 21269 2nd Manchester Regiment (Pals),
Killed in action July 1st, 1916.
The midnight star shines over the grave,
Of one I loved but could not save,
From memory’s page I’ll never blot
Three little words “Forget me not”
Sadly missed
EMMIE
Also Pte. HARRY LOUNSBACH of the 22nd Manchester
Regiment (Pals), killed in action July 1st, 1916.
They died as they lived both noble and true.
EMMIE.
LOYNTON – In proud and loving memory of Lance-Corporal
HARRY W. LOYNTON.
“He made the supreme sacrifice”
LOWRY – In loving memory of Pte, W. E. LOWRY, Manchester Pals, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
To memory ever dear.
From his WIFE also her MOTHER, FATHER, and
BROTHERS (in France).
LOWRY – Private W. E. LOWRY (12390), 4th Battalion
Manchester Pals, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
Duty nobly done.
Lovingly remembered by FATHER, MOTHER, SISTERS.
18, Symons St, Hr. Brouhgton.
And BROTHERS.
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LUCAS – In loving memory of our dear son, Corpl. BERT
LUCAS, 11599, 19th Pals, who fell in action July 1, 1916,
Deeply mourned and so sadly missed by FATHER,
MOTHER, and his brother ERNIE (serving with
H. M. Forces in France),
Not always shall the parting be,
For, though we travel slow,
We too, shall claim eternity,
And find the way you go,
And so we do our task and wait
The opening of the eternal gate.
Also his dear friends, Cpl. A. BADWIN ( of Sale) and
L-Cpl. W. P. HARPER (of Heaton Norris), who fell with
him on that memorable day.
Eternal honour give to those brave sons who died
In that full splendour of heroic pride
That we might live,
29, Clifford Street, Brooks’s Bar.
McCLURE – In loving memory of Private JOHN McCLURE,
Public Schools Battalion, killed in action July 1st, 1916,
Age 29.
He gave his all in his country’s cause.
Ever remembered by his MOTHER and DAD,
BESSIE and DOROTHY, NELLIE, and HERBERT.
429, Edge Lane, Droylsden.
McCLURE – In loving memory of our dear nephew, Private
J. McCLURE, Royal Fusiliers, killed in action in France
July 1st, 1916.
One of the best.
Aunt MAGGIE, UNCLE, and Cousins THOMAS and JOSEPH
McDERMOTT – {Pte. F. J. McDERMOTT, 1284, 5th Batt
Manchester Regt., killed in action 1st July, 1916.
Nobly he did his duty,
Bravely he fought and fell;
But the sorrow of those that mourn him
Only aching hearts can tell,
It may be a soldier’s honour
For his country’s cause to fall,
But we cannot think of the glory,
For the sorrows it has caused us all,
A sudden change in a moment fell
He had little time to say farewell.
From his sorrowing FATHER, MOTHER, SISTERS and
BROTHERS – 32, Annis Street, Harpurhey, M/c.
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McDONALD – In loving memory of Private HARRY
McDONALD, 4th Manchester Pals, killed in action, July
1st, 1916, aged 23,
My memory often wanders,
As the shadows fall,
Back to the days of happiness,
Days beyond recall.
Ever remembered by his sorrowing sweetheart, ELSIE,
And all at 121, Welmer Street, Rusholme.
McGARVA – In loving memory of Pte. A. McGARVA
(Andy), 21st Batt Manchester (Pals), killed in action
July 1, 1916.
EMILY and AGGIE
McGOW – In loving memory of our dear friend, Private
J. McGOW (Mec), who was killed in action in France,
July 1st, 1916
His pleasant face, his kindly ways,
Are pleasant to recall
He had a loving word for all,
And died beloved by all.
Ever remembered by his friends in Egerton Rd,. Withington.
McNAMARA – In loving remembrance of our dear son and
Brother, ERNEST (10555), Manchester Regiment (3rd
Pals), killed in action in France July 1st, 1916.
Sadly missed by ALL AT HOME,
4, Nelson Terrace, Brooks’s Bar, Manchester.
McNAMARA – In loving memory of our dear brother
ERNEST (10555) Manchester Regiment (3rd Pals), killed
ROBERT, SUSIE, and ARTHUR (in France).
McNAMARA – To the memory of ERNEST, killed July 1st,
They miss him most,
That loved him best,
AMY.
McNAMARA – In memory of our dear friend ERNEST, killed
EMMA and JOHN.
MADDOX – Killed in action, France, July 1, 1916, Private
T. MADDOX, 22, Manchesters, 88, Beresford-street, Moss
Side. Fondly remembered by GRANDPA, the LADDIES,
and MAMA.
MADDOX – In loving memory of Pte. TOM MADDOX, 22nd
Manchesters, killed in action July 1, 1916.
EMMIE and FRED.
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MAHER – In loving memory of Pte. HAROLD MAHER,
22nd Manchesters, (Pals), killed in action July 1st, 1916.
On whose soul, sweet Jesus have mercy. R. I. P.
Not forgotten by his Sister-in-law and Brother-in-law
(AGNES and BOB).
21, Anderson Street, Salford.
MAHER – In loving memory of L-cpl, JOSEPH F. MAHER,
16th S. B. Regt., killed July 1, R. I. P. Deeply mourned
by his
MOTHER and BROTHERS.
MAHER – In loving memory of Private J. F. MAHER (Joe),
killed in France, July 1st, 1916, 1st Pals.
One of England’s heroes.
Ever remembered by GRANDMA and AUNTY NORAH.
MAINWARING – In loving memory of Private ERNEST
MAINWARING, killed July 1, 1916,
You are not forgotten, Ernest dear,
Nor ever will you be,
As long as life and memory last
We will remember thee.
From his sorrowing FATHER, SISTERS, WILLIE (in
France), & Aunt ANNIE – 50, Cumbria St., Bradford Rd.
MARTIN – In loving memory of our dear JACK, who gave
his life for his country, July 1st, 1916 (23rd Manchester
Pals), in his 22nd year.
It is not the tears at the moment shed,
That tell how beloved is the soul’s that fled,
But the tears through many a long night wept,
And the remembrance so fondly kept.
May he rest in peace
From his sorrowing MOTHER, FATHER, SISTER, and
BROTHERS – Wheatsheaf Hotel, Oldham Road.
MASSEY – In loving memory of our dear Brother, Private
THOMAS MASSEY, killed in action in France July 1st,
1916.
No morning dawns, no night returns,
But what we think of thee.
LOUIE and JOHN.
MASSEY – In loving memory of Private THOMAS MASSEY,
killed in action July 1st, 1916, Mametz Wood.
He died both a solider and a man.
ARTHUR and MARY.
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MASSEY – In loving remembrance of Private THOMAS
MASSEY, killed in action July 1, 1916, winner of military
medal.
How I miss you none can tell,
Ever in my thoughts you dwell.
From his loving Wife (ETHEL).
MASSEY – In loving memory of Private THOMAS MASSEY
killed in action July 1st, 1916 Mamets Wood,
He died both a soldier and a man.
ARTHUR and MARY.
Manchester Regiment, killed in action in France, July 1, 1916
From BROTHER, SISTER-IN-LAW, & NIECES.
killed in action July 1st,1916.
A loved one taken from our home,
But never from our hearts.
Mr. and Mrs. CARLTON.
MEADOWCROFT – In loving memory of my dear Son,
HAROLD C. MEADOWCROFT (17166), 20th Manchesters,
killed in action July 1st, 1916
I miss him and mourn him in silence unseen,
And live in memories of days that have been;
Unknown to the world he stands by my side
And whispers these words, “Death cannot divide”
Sadly missed by his sorrowing MOTHER
Moss Bank Road, Crumpsall.
MEADOWCROFT – In loving memory of HAROLD C.
MEADOWCROFT (17166), 20th Manchesters, killed in
action July 1st, 1916
A good life is often too short, but a good name
endureth for ever
From his sorrowing SISTERS and BROTHERS,
Moss Bank Road, Crumpsall.
MEAKIN – In kind remembrance of Corporal J. MEAKIN,
Salford Batt, L. F. From Mr. and Mrs. HARRIMAN and
FAMILY. Duty nobly done.
MEAKIN – In proud and loving memory of our dear dad,
fell in action July 1st, 1916.
His memory is our guiding star.
Sadly missed by his loving children, DOROTHY & ERIC.
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MEAKIN – In proud and loving memory of my dear
husband, Corporal J. MEAKIN, 10631, Lancashire
Fusiliers, fell in action July 1st, 1916.
Rest calmly, rest, for thou thy part hast played,
On the world’s stage, and death thy hand has stayed;
Thy work is done, thou’st laid thine armour down,
Fought thy last fight, and gained the victor’s crown.
From his sorrowing WIFE, 9, Deyne Street, Seedley.
MELDON – Killed in action July 1, 1916., on the Somme,
Pte. STEVEN MELDON, 22nd Manchesters (Pals),
Gone but not forgotten. Grandma MELDON.
MELLARD – In loving memory of Private ARHTUR MELLARD (9922), M.G.C., killed in action July 1st, 1916,
age 23. Sadly missed by MOTHER, FATHER, SISTERS,
BROTHER and ALICE
“Thy will be done”
13, Hannah Street, Longsight.
MELLER – In loving memory of our dear brother, ALBERT,
Who was killed in action on the 1st July, 1916,
A place he left which can never be filled,
A memory, too, that shall never be chilled.
WALTER, CHRIS and BABY.
MIDGLEY – In ever loving memory of my dear husband,
Lance-corporal E. MIDGLEY, 15th Battalion Lancashire
Fusiliers, killed in action, July 1st, 1916.,
Sadly missed by his Wife JESSIE and two CHILDREN
6, Bent Lane, Davyhulme, Urmston.
MILLS – In affectionate remembrance of Pte. WILLOUGHBY
MILLS (Will), 17th Manchester Regiment (Pals), who fell
in action July 1st, 1916, in France.
He fought the good fight;
He died that we might live
Deeply mourned by FLORRIE and her MOTHER.
MILLS – KILLED IN ACTION AT Montauban, July 1st, 1916,
WILLOUGHBY MILLS, 17th M/c Regt. (Pals) – Greatly
missed by his friend, GEORGE WRIGHT (in France)
MORGAN – In sad but loving memory of my dear son,
Private H. MORGAN, killed in action July 1, 1916, in his
19th year. True till death.
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MORRIS – In loving memory of Drummer SIDNEY MORRIS,
16th Manchesters (Pals), killed in France, July 1st, 1916.
Ever remembered by BERTHA.
MORRIS – In loving memory of our dear nephew LanceCorporal T MORRIS, Manchester Regiment (Pals) killed in
Action, July 1, 1916.
Ever remembered by Uncle JACK, AUNT and FAMILY.
MORRIS – In loving memory of Private JAMES MORRIS,
15th Battalion Lancashire Fusiliers, killed in action at
Thiepval, France, July 1st, Sadly missed by WIFE and
CHILDREN – 46, Richmond Grove East.
MOTTERSHEAD – In memory of Sergt. ADAM MOTTERSHEAD, 22nd Manchester killed in action July 1st.
Sadly missed by his chum,
AUSTIN.
MURPHY – In loving memory of Lance-Corporal DOUGLAS
MURPHY, 20th Batt, Manchester Regiment, killed July
1st, 1916. Sadly missed by his PARRENTS, BROTHERS
and SISTER.
7, Cranshaw-street, Levenshulme.
MURRAY – In memory of Private SYDNEY MURRAY, 2nd
Border Regiment, killed in action July 1st, 1916 in France.
in the most Holy Name of Jesus grant unto him eternal
rest. Sadly missed by MOTHER, FATHER, SISTER and
BROTHER – 63, Reather Street, Oldham Road, Manchester.
MUSGRAVE – In loving memory of Lance-Corpl. ALBERT
E. MUSGRAVE, 18126, 20th Manchesters (Pals), who died
From wounds received in action July 1, 1916. – Mr. and
Mrs. ALMAN and Family, 41, Heywood St, Alexandra Pk.
NEILD – In loving memory of my dear brother, FRANK
NEILD, who was killed in action in France on 2, 1916.
From his loving SISTER and BROTHER-IN-LAW,
MAY and HERBERT.
A good life gone
Through no cause of his own.
NEILD – In loving memory of FRANK NEILD, 16th Manchesters, killed in action at Montauban, France July 2, 1916.
A loving brother true and kind,
He always had us in his mind,
His loving ways and smiling face,
No one on earth can fill his place.
When others return we shall miss him more,
The realisation makes our hearts sore.
Mother, Father, Sisters, Brothers, also Walter (in France).
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NORTON – In loving remembrance of my dear husband
(“Gerry”). L-Corpl. L. S. NORTON, 17th Manchester
Regt., (Pals), killed July 3 (at dawn), 1916, at Montauban.
A gallant soldier, a noble son, and a faithful husband.
15, Buller Road, Longsight.
EVELYN.
OLDHAM – Private IRVINE OLDHAM, killed 1st July
Sleep on my dear husband, in a soldier’s grave,
A grave I some day hope to see;
But as long as life and memory last,
I will always think of thee.
From his sorrowing WIFE and BABY.
17, Elmore Street, Harpurhey.
ORMROD – In loving memory of our dearly loved son,
SAMUEL MORGAN ORMROD, killed in action July 1st,
1916 (Pals).
Fold him in Thy arms, O Lord,
And ever let him be
A messenger of love between
Our aching hearts and Thee.
FATHER and MOTHER.
ORMROD – In loving and honoured remembrance of our dear
brother, Private SAMUEL ORMROD, who fell in action
July 1st, 1916.
We’ve missed you, lad, these twelve months,
And we’ll mourn you every year.
ETHEL and FRED.
ORMROD – In sad but loving memory of my beloved husband,
SAMUEAL MORGAN ORMROD, who was killed in action,
July 1st, 1916 (Pals)
Dear husband for you I grieve,
My loss is hard to bear;
But for our little son you left behind,
For your dear sake I’ll care,
There comes a mist
In the blinding rain,
That life cannot be quite the same again. From his sorrowing wife CLARICE
and baby SAM (whom he never saw)
ORMROD – In loving memory of our dear brother, Private
S. M. ORMROD, 1st Manchester Pals, killed in action July
1st, 1916.
Jesu in Thy gracious keeping,
Leave we now our loved one sleeping.
LOUIE and HAROLD.
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ORMROD – In loving memory of my dear grandson, SAMUEL
MORGAN ORMROD, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
GRANDMA.
PARKER – In loving memory of Private ROBERT PARKER
(Bob), brother of Frank Parker, of 12, Bentinck-street,
Hulme, Manchester, killed in action on the Somme July 1,
1916.
Not forgotten by his brother FRANK (in France).
PEAKE – In proud and loving memory of our dear son and
brother, Lance-Corporal F. E. PEAKE, killed in action
July 1st, 1916 (Manchester Pals). God grant a reunion
in the Great Beyond – 23, Wilson Street, Ardwick.
PEARCE – In loving memory of our dear chum, Private
STANLEY PEARCE, Manchester Pals, who died of wounds
received in action on the Somme, July 3rd, 1916.
It’s just a year ago to-day that my brave comrade fell,
Companion of my boyhood, the cannons roar his knell;
And as I pass our heroes’ graves I cannot suppress the sighs
I fain would know the hallowed spot where my brave chummy
Lies.
From his chum STANLEY (in France) and BELLA.
PENNY – In ever loving memory of my dear husband, Private
W. PENNY, 22nd Batt. Manchester Regt., (Pals), No.
20313, died of wounds July 3rd, 1916.
I think of you in silence,
No eyed may see me weep,
But ever in my aching heart
Your memory dear I keep.
Sadly missed by WIFE and CHILDREN – 12 Carlisle St.
PRESTON – In fond and loving memory of our dear son,
Sergeant J. H. PRESTON, Lancashire Fusiliers, who was
killed in action July 1st, 1916, in the battle of the
Somme.
He fought and died a soldier and a man,
Faithful to the Empire.
Sadly missed by his sorrowing PARENTS, BROTHER
and SISTER, his BROTHER-IN-LAW in Leicester,
and ALL HIS RELATIONS lately residing at 65,
Oxford Street, Old Trafford.
PRINCE – In loving memory of Private ARHTUR PRINCE,
22nd Battalion Manchester Pals, killed in action July 1,
1916.
Fondly loved by his WIFE and CHILD.
151, Lower Broughton, Manchester.
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PRINCE – In loving memory of Private ARTHUR PRINCE,
stretcher bearer (Manchester Pals), killed in action July
1, 1916.
Sadly missed by his MOTHER, BROTHERS & SISTERS
One of the best.
RADFORD – In loving memory of Private WILFRED
RADFORD, Manchester Pals, reported killed July 1st, 1916,
Sadly missed by all at home
RADFORD – In memory of Private W. RADFORD, 20255,
Manchester Regt. killed in action in France, July 1, 1916
Always remembered by his pal,
GEORGE
12, Lily Street, Crumpsall.
RAGAN – In loving memory of Private BERNARD RAGAN,
2nd Royal Irish Regt., killed in action July 1st, 1916, the
dearly loved husband of Winifred Ragan (nee Crotts),
O Jesus open wide thy heart.
And let him rest therein – R.I.P.
Never forgotten by his WIFE and little SON.
RAIN – In loving memory of Private RALPH RAIN, 17th
Manchester Regiment, who was killed in action in France
the 1st of July, 1916, in his 22nd year.
Sadly missed by his
MOTHER, SISITERS, BROTHERS, (two in France)
RASTSALL – In loving memory of Sergt. G. H. RASTALL,
D.C.M., Kings Own R.L. Regt., killed in action,
July 1st, 1916.
Sadly missed by his SISTER and BROTHER – IN- LAW and
CHILDREN – 3, Geoffrey Street, Ardwick.
RAVENSCROFT – In loving memory of Lance-Corporal S.
RAVENSCROFT, 16th Manchesters, killed in action July 1st, 1916
He was our son and brother truly fond,
He was both good and true.
A better son never lived,
His equals were but few,
His King and Country called him,
That call was not in vain.
In Britain’s roll of Honour,
You will find our hero’s name.
From his sorrowing FATHER, MOTHER, & FAMILY.
625, Stockport Road, Longsight.
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REDFERN – In loving remembrance of our dear and only
Son, Corporal HAROLD REDFERN, 16th Lanc. Fusiliers
(2nd Salford), killed in action July 1st, 1916.
Still in our hearts fond memory clings,
Although our grief is sore,
Each passing year but nearer brings
The day we’ll meet once more.
Always remembered by his sorrowing FATHER and
MOTHER – 33, Stowell Street, Weaste.
REYNOLDS – In loving memory of HARRY REYNOLDS,
who was killed in action on 1st July at Fricourt.
From memory’s page I shall never blot
Three little words “Forget Me Not”
Ever to be remembered by his WIFE,
1, Surrey Street, Blackley.
REYNOLDS – In ever loving memory of our dear brother
LIONEL, aged 19, 2nd Border Regiment, killed in action
July 1st, 1916.
A day of remembrance sad to recall.
ANNIE and BERT.
RIDLEY – In loving remembrance of JOHN EDWARD,
Manchester Pals, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
ETHEL, FLORRY, and Mr. and Mrs. VALENTINE.
RIDDLE – In loving remembrance of ARTHUR, 17470, 20th
Manchester Regiment, the dearly loved son of Mrs. F. H.
RIDDLE, of 769, Rochdale Road, Queen’s Park, who was
killed in action before Fricourt July 1st, 1916.
RIGG – In sad and loving memory of Private W. A. RIGG,
our Willie, 17464. B. Co., 15th Royal Scots, in his 26th
year, killed in action between 1st and 3rd July, 1916.
Always in our thoughts.
From his sorrowing MOTHER and FATHER, SISTER and
BROTHER, who would be grateful to any Royal Scot of any
news concerning his end.
2, Hilda Street, Moston.
RILEY – In loving memory of EDWARD H. RILEY (dear
nephew of Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Fletcher) killed in action
July 2nd, 1916. Deeply regretted by Aunt FANNY, Uncle
FRED, and COUSINS.
ROBERTS – In loving memory of Lance-Corpl. MAURICE
ROBERTS, who was killed in action July 1st, 1916,
Manchester Regiment (2nd Pals) A loving brother and
true pal. – From his loving SISTER and BROTHER – INLAW and FAMILY. – Eliza and Joe Dean.
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ROBERTS- In loving memory of Lance-Corporal MAURICE
ROBERTS, 9218, killed in action July 1st, 1916, sadly
Missed by his chums, J. MOULSON and T. HALL (in
France).
ROBBINS – In loving memory of our dear sons, Cpl., J. T.
and Pte., FRED ROBBINS, of the 20th Manchester Regt.,
(Pals), Grenade Section, both died of wounds on July 3rd,
1916, in France.
They sleep not in their native land,
But ‘neath a foreign sky;
Far from the ones who loved them dear,
In heroes’ graves they lie.
MOTHER, FATHER, and BROTHERS.
Gee Gross, Hyde.
ROBINSON – Rifleman J. ROBINSON, Kings Royal Rifles,
died of wounds received in France July 1st, 1916.
Always remembered by his Pal (JACK).
2, Sherborne Street, Gorton.
ROBINSON – In loving memory of Pte., R. ROBINSON
(Dick), the Pals, who was killed in action between the 1st
and 2nd July 1916. Always remembered by MADGE and
All at 148, Ridgway Street.
ROBINSON – L-Cpl. Aked, 18019, 20th M/c Regt., died of
Wounds received in action July 3rd, 1916.
Oft we think of you, dear son,
And our hearts are sad with pain,
Ah, this world would be a heaven,
Could we hear your voice again.
Just twelve months ago you left us;
How we miss your loving face;
But you left us to remember
None could fill your place.
Sadly missed by his sorrowing MOTHER and FATHER.
19, Lewis Street, Miles Platting.
RODGERS – In loving memory of my dear Brother
GEORGE, who was killed July 1st, 1916, somewhere in
France.
Never forgotten by his loving Sister CISSIE.
RODGER – In fondest remembrance of our GEORGE (Pte.)
G. W. RODGER, 9511, M/c Regt., died of wounds received
in action July 1, 1916. Also his chum Pte. A. JOHN
SON, 8198, M/c Regt., killed same date. True pals in the
2nd Pals.
ROB and LIZZIE.
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ROSS – To the memory of our brave and gallant son, Signaller H. ROSS, 16th S. B. M/c Regt., who died for his
country July 1st, 1916. Heroes all.
The life beyond shall this life far transcend,
And death is the beginning – not the end.
1, Bank Place, Salford.
ROSSBOTTOM – In loving memory of our dear son and
brother, Corporal HENRY ROSSBOTTOM (20829), Manchester Regiment (Pals), who was killed in action July 1st,
1916, in his 22nd year. Deeply mourned by his sorrowing
MOTHER, SISTERS, BROTHERS (serving), SISTERIN-LAW and BROTHERS-IN- LAW.
ROTHWELL – In ever loving memory of our dear Son,
Private J. W. ROTHWELL (27335), 17th Manchester
Regiment, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
A day of remembrance, but sad to recall.
From his sorrowing MOTHER and FATHER.
ROTHWELL – In ever loving memory of Private J. W.
ROTHWELL, (Wally) (27335), 17th Manchester Regiment,
Sadly missed, for we loved him so,
From his sorrowing Brother and Sisters – JIM, ETHEL,
And MIRIAM.
ROTHWELL – In ever loving memory of Private J. W.
ROTHWELL (Wally) (27335), 17th Manchester Regiment,
Ever remembered by his sorrowing Sweetheart IDA.
Oh teach me from my heart to say,
Thy will be done.
ROTHWELL – In loving memory of Private J. W. ROTHWELL (Wally) (27335), killed in action July 1st, 1916.
Mr. and Mrs. BAGGALEY.
One of the best that God could lend.
ROTHWELL – In loving memory of Private J. W. ROTHWELL (27335), 17th Manchester Regiment killed in
action July 1st, 1916. He will never be forgotten.
From a dear FRIEND.
ROTHWELL – In loving memory of Signaller THOMAS
ROTHWELL, of the 16th L. Fus. Youngest son of Ellen
Hughes (nee Rothwell) and the late Thomas Rothwell,
killed in action on July 3rd, 1916 aged 17 years.
Missed by his loving MOTHER and SISTER and
BROTHER and SISTER-IN-LAW.
and RELATIVES.
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ROTHWELL – In loving memory of Sig. THOMAS ROTHWELL, killed in action July 3, 1916. Duty nobly done.
From his AUNT & COUSINS, 18 Orient St, Hr, Brouhgton.
SALT – In loving memory of my dear husband, Private
GEORGE H. W. SALT, Manchester Regiment, died of
wounds in France, July 2nd, 1916, aged 29.
Peace, perfect peace with loved ones far away,
In Jesu’s keeping we are safe, and they
Each passing day,
But nearer brings the hour we’ll meet to part no more.
From his sorrowing WIFE, 20, Sycamore St., Oldham Rd.
SCOTT – In loving remembrance of Private WILLIAM H.
SCOTT, Manchester Regiment, who fell in action on the
Somme, July 1st or 2nd, 1916, age 17 years. Deeply
Mourned by ALL AT HOME.
43, Meadow Street.
SHARPLES – In ever loving memory of our dear brother,
Lance-Corporal TOM SHARPLES, 2nd Pals, who fell in
action at Montauban, July 1, 1916.
One of the best.
Sadly missed by all at home, GEORGE and ALICE.
ALEC and MOLLIE, KITTY and MAUD.
SIMMONS – In loving memory of Private A. SIMMONS
(20097), Royal Scots, killed in action July 1, 1916
Never forgotten by his loving FATHER. 52, North
George Street, Salford.
SIMPSON – In loving memory of Private FRANK SIMPSON,
1st Essex Regiment, killed in action in France, July 1, 1916
Sadly missed by his Father, Mother, and Brother
Bill (on active service).
Oh for the touch of a vanished hand
And the sound of a voice that is still.
1, Green Square, Green Street, Pendleton.
SLATER – In loving memory of our dear brother, George,
who died July 3rd, 1916.
Pomona Hotel.
WILLIE and DORA.
SMITH – In loving memory of Lance-Corporal HAROLD
SMITH, 18613, 15th, Royal Scots, killed in action (France)
July 1st, 1916.
From his AUNT, UNCLE, and COUSINS; also cousin
ARTHUR (in Salonica). - 514, Mill Street, Bradford, M/c.
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SMITH – In loving memory of Lance-Corporal HAROLD
SMITH, 18613, 15th, Royal Scots, killed in action (France)
July 1st, 1916.
From his AUNT, UNCLE, and COUSINS.
453, Mill Street, Bradford, Manchester.
SOUTH – In loving remembrance of HAROLD (Lofty), No.
6805, 16th, Manchester Regiment (Pals), fourth son of
Frederick T. SOUTH, who fell in action on the Somme, July
1st, 1916, whilst dressing a comrade’s wounds.
From the FAMILY.
SPEAKE – In loving memory of Sapper WILLIAM SPEAKE,
C.P.R.E. died of wounds in France, July 3rd, 1916.
Sadly missed by MOTHER, SISTERS, and brother
ERNEST (in France)
27, Orient Street, Higher Broughton.
SPOTSWOOD – In loving memory of the dear brothers Pte. A.
SPOTSWOOD killed in France, July 2, 1916; also Pte.
H. SPOTSWOOD killed July 14, 1916, both of K.O.R.
Lancs. Ever remembered by
MOTHER, Sister, HANNA, and BROTHER-IN-LAW.
Fondly we loved them they are dear to us still,
But in grief we must bend to God’s Holy will,
Our sorrow is great, our loss hard to bear,
But angel’s dear brother will guard you with care.
STABLEFORD – In loving memory of DONALD, killed in
action July 1st, 1916 at Montauban.
Always remembered by his two chums
GLADYS and EDIE.
STACEY – In loving memory of WAKTER STACEY,
20th Manchester Regt. (15th Pals), who fell in action,
July 1st, 1916.
Never forgotten by
BESSIE
11, Milnthorpe Street, Pendleton.
STACEY – In loving memory of WALTER STACEY,
July 1st, 1916.
Always remembered by Mrs. BARLOW,
MARIE and AMY, 11, Milnthorpe Street, Pendleton.
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STACEY – In loving memory of dear sons, WALTER
(Platoon Sergt.,) 20th, Manchester Pals), killed in action
July 1, 1916; also his brother HARRY, who died May
25, 1916
In a lonely grave in France a young British hero sleeps
In a cottage home in England his mother who often weeps.
Sadly missed by their sorrowing MOTHRE< FATHER,
SYDNEY, EDGAR, GRANDMA, and GRANDPA.
37, Florin Street, Pendleton.
STACEY – In loving memory of Sergt. WALTER STACEY,
July 1st, 1916.
STAFFORD – In ever loving memory of my dear-beloved
husband, Pte. HERBERT STAFFORD, 22nd Manchester
Regt. (Pals) reported killed on July 1st, 1916, age 27.
Sweet be your rest, my husband dear,
Tis sweet to breathe your name,
In death I do the same,
Love and remembrance last forever.
Deeply mourned by his sorrowing WIFE
117, Eccleshall Street, Clayton, Manchester.
STAFFORD – In ever loving memory of my dearly-beloved
son, Pte. HERBERT STAFFORD, reported killed on July
1st, 1916, age 27.
In our Father’s home so fair,
We hope to meet our loved one there,
And angel’s hands will clasp our own,
And we shall know as we have known.
From his sorrowing MOTHER, Brother JOE and Uncle BILL.
STAFFORD – In loving memory of our dear brother Pte.,
HERBERT STAFFORD, Manchester Pals, killed in action
July 1, 1916.
As memory clings, with tender sigh,
To the one who loved and fell,
We will not, dearest, bid goodbye,
We bid the blest farewell.
Sadly missed by his dear Brother and Sister
SAM and ALICE.
STAFFORD – In loving memory of our dear brother, Pte,
H. STAFFORD, reported killed on July 1st, 1916.
Till memory fade, till life departs,
You are ever with us in our hearts.
Sadly missed by
FRED, JIM, HANNAH, EVA.
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STAFFORD – in loving memory of my dear son-in-law, Pte.
H. STAFFORD, reported killed on July 1st, 1916.
How we miss you words cannot tell,
In our thoughts you will ever dwell.
Sadly missed by MOTHER-IN-LAW, SISTERS-IN-LAW,
And BROTHERS-IN-LAW – 323, Edge Lane, Droylsden.
STERLING – In loving memory Pte., JOHN STERLING,
killed in action July 2, 1916, 1st Lancashire Fusiliers.
A day of remembrance to sad to recall
Sadly missed by MOTHER, Sisters NELLIE,
BECCA, MARTHA, WILLIAM and Bros,
JOEY, HARRY, VICTOR (in France).
SWETTENHAM – In loving memory of my dear brother,
WILLIE, killed in action, July 1st, 1916, in his 19th year.
In the midst of life we are in death.
From his Sister ROSE. London, W.
SWETTENHAM – In loving memory of my dear brother,
BILLIE, killed July 1st, 1916, in his 19th year.
Too dearly loved to be forgotten by his Sister ETHEL
(Paris, France)
SWETTENHAM – In loving memory of our dear nephew.
WILLIE, killed in action, July 1, 1916.
From Auntie LIZZIE, Uncle JAMES, JIM, ELSIE.
Manchester Pals.
SWETTENHAM – In loving memory of Private WILLIAM
(Willie), Manchester Regiment (Pals), killed in action in
France, July 1st, 1916. He answered his country’s call.
Deeply regretted by all. – 10, Craven Street, Hulme.
STOKES – In fondest memory of dearest Jack, Staff Sergt.
JOHN STOKES, S/3/025639, attached to headquarters
of the A.S.C. killed in France July 3 1916, in his 27th
year: also our dear little VICTORIA MAY, who Jesus called
July 3, 1901. Two fond hearts have met, and when it is
God’s will, and the shadows have passed, and we hear their
loving voices and see their smiling faces then we shall say:
“O death, where is thy sting?”
From their loving MOTHER, FATHER, SISTER,
And BROTHER. 181, Manchester Road Broadheath.
TABRON – In loving memory of our son, ALBERT,
killed in action in France, July 1st, 1916.
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TATTERSALL – In loving memory of my dear husband,
Private ERNEST TATTERSALL, 6689, 16th, Manchesters
(Pals), killed in action at Montauban, July 1st, 1916.
We sadly miss him, Always in thought, From his
WIFE and Little Daughter AMY.
28, Highfield Street, Cheetham Hill.
TATTERSALL – In memory of Pte. ERNEST TATTERSALL,
6689, 16th, Manchesters (Pals) killed in action at Montauban, July 1st, 1916. A good life is often too short, but
a good name endureth for ever.
BROTHER and SISTER-IN-LAW, Mr. and Mrs. OGDEN,
50, Broughton Street, Salford.
TATTERSALL – In loving memory of my dear brother,
ALBERT TATTERSALL, 17232, 20TH Manchester Regiment, who died from wounds received in action on July 1st,
NORMAN (in France)
The SISTERS and BROTHERS in England wish to
join their Brothers in France in their tokens of love and
regard for their dear brother, Albert Tattersall, who died
of wounds received in action.
TEE – In loving memory of my dear son, LOUIS BENJAMIN TEE, Lancashire Fusiliers, reported killed on the
1st, July 1916.
From his sorrowing MOTHER, BROTHERS and SISTERS
26, Ridgeway Street, Moss Side
THOMAS – In loving memory of our dear son, Pte. ALBERT
EDWARD THOMAS, 25620, 22nd L.B. M/c Regt. (Pals)
killed in action July 1st, 1916, somewhere in France, in
his 18th year. Sadly missed by
FATHER, MOTHER, BROTHERS and SISTER.
THOMAS – In loving memory of my dear brother, Private
ALBERT EDWARD THOMAS, 25620, M/c Regt. (Pals),
killed in action July 1st, 1916. Not forgotten by his Sister,
GERTIE, 19, Harrowby Street, Hulme.
THOMAS – Pte. G. H. G. THOMAS, Barton-st., Moss Side,
17th Manchesters, killed in action, France, July 1, 1916.
Gone but not forgotten.
Deeply mourned by his MOTHER and SISTERS.
THOMAS – In loving memory of GEORGE THOMAS, No
8309, 17th Pals, who fell in action July 1st, 1916.
Deeply mourned and sadly missed by his MOTHER,
SISTERS and BROTHERS (now serving).
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THOMSON – In loving memory of my dear husband, L-Cpl.
J THOMSON, 8901, 17th Batt. (Manchester Pals), who
fell in action on the Somme, July 1st, 1916.
I can never forget him, I loved him too dearly
For his memory to fade from my mind like a dream:
The lips need not speak when the heart mourns
sincerely.
For thoughts often dwell where they seldom are seen.
From earthly care to heavenly rest.
From his loving Wife (POLLY).
32, Bradshaw Street. Moss Side.
THOMSON – In ever loving memory of L-Cpl. J. THOMSON, Manchester Pals, who was killed in action July 1,
1916. He died a glorious death
Sleep on beloved, thou art at rest,
Jesus has called thee to the land of the blest:
Though we mourn thy loss, to thee it was gain,
And some day we all hope to meet thee again.
Greatly loved and sadly missed by MOTHER, SISTERS,
And Brothers (FRED and SAM) (in France).
THOMSON – In loving memory of L-Cpl. J. THOMSON,
17th, Manchesters (Pals), killed in action July 1, 1916.
Deeply regretted by Mr and Mrs PEGG and Daughter:
also ETHEL and WILL (in France).
THORP – Pte. J THORP, King’s Own R Lancaster Regt.,
Aged 26 years, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
One long sad year has passed away,
Since my great sorrow fell,
Yet in my heart I mourn the loss
Of him I loved so well.
A loving husband
And a true friend.
From his sorrowing Wife, JULIA.
4, Spruce Street.
THRELFALL – In loving memory of our dear son and
Brother, Private FRANK THRELFALL, No. 20957. Manchester Pals, who was killed in action in France, July 1st,
1916.
His pleasant face, his kindly ways are pleasant to recall,
He had a loving word for all and died beloved by all.
A good son and true pal.
From his sorrowing MOTHER, FATHER, SISTER,
COUSINS, and BROTHERS, JOHN (in France).
10, James Street, Lower Crumpsall.
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TOWN – In loving memory of Pte. JAMES TOWN, Lanca
shire Fusiliers, killed in action July 1st, 1916,
FATHER, MOTHER, and SISTER, 12 Fir Street,
TOWNLEY – In sad and loving memory of my dear husband,
Private F. TOWNLEY, 1st Lancashire Fusiliers, killed in
action July 1st, 1916
ever remembered by his WIFE and CHILD.
31, Dougill Street, Chester road, Hulme.
TOWNLEY – In sad and proud remembrance of my dear
Brother, Pte. F. TOWNLEY, 1st Lancashire Fusiliers, killed
in action July 1st, 1916. One of the best.
Never forgotten by his sister CARRIE and her two
CHILDREN.
31, Dougill Street, Chester Road, Hulme.
TOWNLEY – In memory of Pte. TOWNLEY, 18098, 1st
Batt, Lancashire Fusiliers, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
Duty nobly done.
From his old pal BOB
TOWNSON – In loving memory of Private HENRY TOWNSON, Manchester Regiment (Pals), who fell in action July
1st, 1916, aged 33 years: also served in the South African
War, and before enlisting was a member in the Manchester
City Police (B Division). He willingly gave his life for the
cause of justice, liberty, and righteousness. Sadly missed by
his sorrowing WIFE and TWO CHILDREN, MOTHER-INLAW and SISTERS.
TRUEMAN – In loving memory of our dear son, CYRIL,
aged 25 years, M. S. G. 17th Manchesters, killed in Montauban, July 1st, 1916. Previous to the war for 11 years
with Barbour Bros. shippers.
We cannot say, and we will not say,
That he is dead, he is just away,
Think of him as the same. We say
He is not dead, he is just away.
Dad and Ma, 4, Ethel Avenue, Blackley. Edwin Trueman.
TURNER – In ever loving memory of my dear husband, Sergeant J. TURNER, No. 8903, 17th Manchester Regiment,
My memory often wanders, as the shadows fall,
Back to the days of happiness. Days beyond recall
Bravely he fought and fell.
Dearly loved and sadly missed by his sorrowing Wife and
LITTLE GIRL (Marjorie)
15, Allen Street, Lower Broughton.
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TURNER – In loving memory of our dear son-in-law, Sergeant JAMES TURNER, No. 8903, 17th Manchester Regiment, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
A day of remembrance, sad to recall.
Duty nobly done.
Sadly missed by Mrs. and Mrs. Cowstill and Jeannie.
TURNER – In loving memory of Private LEONARD
TURNER, 8919, 17th Battalion Manchester Regt. (2nd
Pals), killed in action (France), July 1st, 1916. Dearly
loved and sadly missed by
FATHER, BROTHERS and SISTERS.
He’s not dead, but sleepeth: awaiting the bugle call
Avondale, Woods Moor, Stockport.
TURNER – In loving memory of our dear brother-in-law,
Sergeant J. TURNER< No. 8903, 17th Manchester Regiment, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
In silent hours we think of you
And of all your pain
But in the land that no sorrow comes,
We hope to meet again.
Ever remembered by SARAH and JACK.
296, Viaduct Street, Ardwick.
TWEEDALE – In ever loving memory of our dear son,
ERIC, second lieut. 13th attached 16th, West Yorks,
Regiment, who fell in action on July 1, 1916.
We mourn for him in silence,
But with no outward show,
The heart that mourns sincerely,
Beats silently and slow.
MOTHER and FATHER.
Bispham (late of Urmston).
TWEEDALE – In loving memory of our dear brother and
chum, ERIC, who fell in action on July 1, 1916.
VERA and HARRY (R.T.C.)
Bravely he went on England’s call,
He took his task and did his best,
His duty done, though he did fall,
He was one of England’s best.
TWEEDALE – In loving memory of dear ERIC, second
lieut, West Yorks Regt. who fell in action on July 1, 1916
Auntie TWEEDALE (Fallowfield)
His the glory, our the pain and sorrow,
A noble sacrifice, his life.
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TWEEDALE – In ever loving memory of my dear cousin,
Lieut. ERIC TWEEDALE, Royal West Yorkshire Regt.
who was killed in action on July 1st, 1916, in France.
Dead in flesh, but not in the memory of
one who loved him.
Cousin LIL.
VICKERS – In sad but ever loving memory of Private H.
VICKERS Lancashire Fusiliers (1st Salford’s), who was
killed in action on the morning of July 1st, 1916, aged
24. R.I.P.
Mother will always deeply mourn the loss of her dear friend
and companion, Harry, a better son never lived, he was
the soul of honour, truly one of God’s Own.
In fond memory also of his youngest brother, LOUIS,
Lancashire Fusiliers (attached to the 2-5th Royal Warwicks)
Who was killed in action on the night of July 1st, 1916,
in his 20th year. R.I.P.
He was always merry and bright, loving and willing, the
sunshine of the home, and loved and liked by all who knew
him.
Both passed to the Great Beyond, to join their dear
Brother PERCY 1/7th Lancashire Fusiliers, killed in
action at the Dardanelles, December 20th 1915, aged 22
R.I.P.
One of the nicest and dearest, only to be known to be loved,
a great favourite.
Three good sons and brothers, fondly attached to each
Other in life, and in death not divided.
Mothers Group.
Gone are the faces to us so dear,
Silent are the voices we longed to hear,
Too far away from sight and speech,
But not too far for our thoughts to reach.
They have passed the shadowy portal,
They have borne the mortal strife,
They have left this world of sorrow
For a world of heavenly life.
And our hearts are grieving for them,
Aching with the deepest pain,
Knowing we shall never see them,
Our loved ones here again.
A heart braking and terrible loss and a lifelong regret for
their deeply sorrowing
MOTHER and FATHER
15, Milford Street, Seedley.
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WALDRON – In ever loving memory of FREDERICK HARRY
the dearly loved second son of Mr. and Mrs. A. B.
WALDRON, of Withington.
Also of Norman, the
Dearly loved son of Mrs MENDES, of Grafton-street,
C-on-M.
Both killed by the same shell, July 1st, 1916.
WALKER – In loving and affectionate remembrance of
Sergt. RD. (Dick) WLAKER, No. 17787. 20th Service
Batt., Manchester Regiment, who fell in action in France,
July 1st, 1916. MOTHER and FAMILY.
WALKER – In remembrance of (Dick) Sergeant R. WALKER,
killed in action in France, July 1st, 1916.
Greater love hath no man than this
That he lay down his life for his friends.
Heaton Park. MAY.
WARD – In loving memory of my dear son Private FRANCIS
WARD, 22nd Manchesters, killed in action on July 1, in
France. Not forgotten by his FATHER, SISTERS, BROTHERS,
and ALL – 15, Grange Street, Rusholme.
WARD – In loving memory of Private T. WARD, 12234,
4th Manchester (Pals), killed in action on July 1st, 1916.
Sadly missed by FATHER, MOTHER, JACK, and AMY.
39, Emerson Street, Weaste.
WARHURST – In affectionate remembrance of our dear
friend HAROLD, killed in action, July 1st, 1916.
BERT and JOE (in France)
He sleeps with the brave.
WELBOURN – In loving memory of Lance-corporal J. W.
WELBOURN, of Northwich, killed in action in France,
July 1st, 1916.
From
MOTHER, FATHER, SISTERS, & BROTHERS.
He died as noble as he lived,
To do his bit and take his share,
His heart was good, his spirit brave,
And now he lies in a hero’s grave.
WELBOURN – In loving memory of Lance-Corporal J. W.
WELBOURN (Jack), killed in France, July 1, 1916
Never forgotten by Mr. and Mrs. BROCKWELL
49, Thomas Street, Cheetham Hill.
WELBOURN – In loving memory of JACK, Manchester
Regt. (Pals), killed in action in France, July 1st, 1916.
Ever remembered by ALICE.
107, Shirley Road, Cheetham.
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WESTMACOTT – In loving memory of Sergt. A. J. WESTMACOTT, 21st M/c Pals, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
Though death divides, fond memory clings.
Always remembered by his MOTHER-IN-LAW, SISTERSIN-LAW, and BROTHERS-IN-LAW.
WHELAN – In loving memory of Private WILLIAM
WHELAN, Manchester Regiment (Pals), killed in action
in France July 1st, 1916, aged 22.
Far away, from his mother who loved him dear,
In a hero’s grave he lies (one of the best)
From his loving MOTHER SISTERS and BROTHER
(Tom) in France. 22 Hall St. Greenheys, Manchester.
WHILLANS – In loving memory of Lance-Corporal, THOMAS
LEONARD WHILLANS, who was killed in action July
1st, 1916, Manchester Regiment. Always in our thoughts,
From his sorrowing FATHER, MOTHER, SISTERS,
Brother STANLEY
20, Fenney Street, Higher Broughton.
WHITE – in loving memory of my dear son, Lce.-Corporal
HARRY H WHITE, 16th Lancashire Fusiliers, No. 11577,
C Co., who fell in action July 1st, 1916, aged 20 years,
Sadly missed by his sorrowing MOTHER, FATHER,
BROTHER, and SISTERS. One of the first to answer the
call – 14, Repton Street, Upper Brook-street, Manchester.
WHITEHEAD – In loving memory of our only son,
GEORGE, 17th Manchesters (Pals), killed in action July 1, 1916. From his
FATHER, MOTHER, and SISTERS.
One long year has passed away
Since our great sorrow fell,
But the unknown grave is the bitterest blow,
Of the son we loved so well,
We think of him in silence,
But there’s nothing left to comfort us
But his photo on the wall.
WHITNEY – In memory of Private H WHITNEY, of the
Cheshire Regiment, killed in action July 1st, 1916. Never
forgotten by his Sister IDA.
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WIDDESON – In loving memory of our dear son, Private W.
WIDDESON, 18118, Manchester Regt. (Pals), who was
killed at Fricourt, July 1st, 1916, in his 23rd year.
Could we have been there at the hour of death,
To catch the last sigh of his parting breath,
His last faint whisper we might have heard,
And breathed in his ear just one parting word.
Never to be forgotten by his FATHER, MOTHER, SISTERS, BROTHERS
(brother George in France), and his sweetheart MEG.
WIGGINS – In loving memory of FRED WIGGINS, 16th
Manchesters, who fell in action July 1, 1916. Sadly missed
by his dear friend and comrade.
HARRY TAYLOR (in France).
WIGGINS – In loving remembrance of Lance-Corp. FREDERICK CHARLES WIGGINS of the 16th Manchester Regiment, who died in action at Montauban on 2nd July, 1916.
WINSTON – In loving memory of my dear son, Private
THOMAS (Tom) of the Manchester Regt., killed in action
in France Saturday, July 1, 1916, in his 27th year.
Rest weary one, thy work is done.
From his sorrowing
MOTHER , BROTHER, and SISTERS,
16, Vine Street, Hulme.
WILDING – In loving memory of Sergeant JOHN ALFRED
WILDING, Lancashire Fusiliers, killed in action in France
July 1, 1916. A good life is often too short, but a good
name endureth for ever.
SISTER, BROTHER,
NEPHEWS and NIECES, 38, Beeston Street, Harpurhey.
WILDING – In sad but loving memory of our dear son and
brother, Sergeant J. A. WILDING,10094, 15th Service
Battalion, Lancashire Fusiliers, 1st Salford’s, first reported
missing July 1st. 1916, in the big push, since reported
killed on that date.
One long sad year has passed away
Since our great sorrow felt
Yet to our hearts we mourn the loss
Of one we loved so well,
He nobly answered to the call
And gave his life for one and all.
Too dearly loved ever to be forgotten by his sorrowing
FATHER, MOTHER, SISTERS
BROTHERS and TED.
27, Mower Street, Lower Broughton.
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WILDING – In loving memory of our dear Brother, Sergt,
J. A. WILDING killed in action, July 1, 1916,
Too dearly loved ever to be forgotten
From his loving Sister and Brother, ESTHER and
ROBERT – 35, Derby Street, Lower Broughton.
WILKINSON – In loving memory of our dear son, TOM.
killed in action July 1st, 1916, age 19 years.
How we miss thee none can tell,
Ever in our thoughts you dwell.
FATHER, MOTHER, SISTER and BROTHERS.
WILKINSON – In loving memory of Lance Corporal, R. H.
WILKINSON, (Bob) 19th Manchesters (Pals), killed in
action, July 1, 1916.
Crumpsall, Sadly missed by ALBERT and ELSIE.
WILKINSON – In fond memory of Lance-Corporal R. H.
WILKINSON, (Bob), 19th Manchesters (Pals) killed in
Action, July 1, 1916. – Cheetham Hill.
Affectionately remembered by GLADYS.
WILSON – In cherished memory of Private NORMAN
FOWLER WILSON, 19th Manchesters (Pals), who fell in
MOTHER.
And the sound of a voice that is still.
WILSON – In loving memory of NORMAN (Private N. F)
WILSON, 15th Manchesters (Pals), who fell in action
July 1st, 1916.
Auntie ANNIE.
When loved ones twine around the heart
Experience best can tell, the grief the anguish
When we part, and bid the last farewell.
Deeply mourned by his MOTHER, FATHER, & Sisters
NELLIE and BERTHA, 2, Carlton Avenue, Rusholme.
WINDLE – In loving memory of Pte. ARTHUR WINDLE,
31070, 19th M/c (Pals), killed in action July 1st, 1916.
We little thought when he left us,
His face we should see no more:
But we are waiting for the meeting
When we reach the other shore.
Ever remembered by his loving Sister AMY, WILLIE,
And Mrs WOOLLAM – 2a, Clarence Grove.
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WINDLE – In loving memory of Pte. ARTHUR WINDLE,
31070, 19th M/c (Pals), killed in action July 1st, 1916.
A year has gone since we parted
With one whom we all did love,
Dear God, to Thee we leave him,
Till we meet in heaven above.
Never forgotten by his loving brothers
ALF and HENRY, also LIZZIE and JENNIE.
WINDLE – In loving memory of our dear friend, ARTHUR,
killed in action, July 1st, 1916.
EDITH and NELLIE.
WILLIAMS – Cpl. JOHN A WILLIAMS, killed July 1st,
1916, age 20 Auntie EMA.
The army of the living God
To His command we bow;
Part of the host hath crossed the flood,
And part are crossing now.
WINSTON – In loving memory of Pte., T. WINSTON,
21189, Manchester Pals, killed in action July 1st, 1916.
From his sorrowing WIFE and Child (DORIS).
WOLLEN - In loving memory of Lance-Corporal A. A.
WOLLEN (BERT), of Bristol, 19th Manchester Regiment,
who fell in action July 1st, 1916.
Peace perfect peace, with loved ones far away.
In Jesus’ keeping we are safe and they.
Mrs. HOWARD and HAROLD (in France) – 35, Beeston
Street, Harpurhey.
WOOD – In memory of TOM, killed July 1st, 1916.
Mr. and Mrs. RUSHTON and FAMILY.
WOOD – In loving memory of our dear son and brother,
Pte. ALBERT WOOD (1504), Border Regt. killed in action
July 1st, 1916, Sadly missed by his FATHER, Sisters
EDITH and PHYLLIS and HARRY (serving).
162, Horton Road, Rusholme.
WOODCOCK – In memory of my dear husband, Private W.
H. WOODCOCK, 20538, 22nd Manchesters (Pals), killed in
action July 1, 1916. Gone but not forgotten.
From WIFE and CHILDREN, also FATHER, MOTHER,
and SISTER.
13, Wythburn Avenue, Smedley Road, Cheetham, M/C.
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WOOLRIDGE – In loving memory of my dear husband, Pte.
G. WOOLRIDGE, 19650, 19th Manchesters, killed in
action July 1st, 1916.
One year has passed, our hearts are still sore,
As time goes by we miss him more.
We often sit and think of him when we are all together, a
shadow for ever. Deeply regretted by his sorrowful WIFE
and CHILDREN, 5, Grove Street, City Road, Hulme.
WOODHEAD – In sacred and loving remembrance of ERIC
JAMES WOODHEAD (20th Manchesters), killed in action
on the Somme, July 1st, 1916 and of CYRIL SAMUEL
WOODHEAD (6th Manchesters), killed in action in Gallipoli,
May 30th, 1915, the dearly loved sons of MR. and Mrs. S.
Woodhead, Brooklands.
YATES – In loving memory of JIM, 16th Manchester’s, killed
on the Somme, July 1st, 1916, only son of Mr. and Mrs.
R. E. Yates, 1,Darlington-street, Manchester.
In loving memory of Lce. Corpl. E. H. HOLME, Pte. C
BOARDMAN, and Pte F. HACKETT, 20th Manchester’s
(Pals), killed in action July 1st, 1916
Sleep, soldiers, still in honoured rest,
Your truth and valour wearing,
The bravest are the tenderest,
The loving are the daring,
From their Billet, 5, Townley Street, Morecambe
YATES – In loving memory of my dear husband, Sapper J.
W. YATES, who was killed in action July 2nd, 1916 in
the Battle of the Somme.
From his sorrowing
WIFE and CHILDREN
5, Randolph Street, Lightbowne Road, Moston.
Please Note the Pictures have been taken
from many places (none had copyright on
them) some of my own but if I have
infringed on copyright, let me know and I
will remove the picture.
Thank-you.

1st Anniversary of the Somme 1st July 1917

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