FOR THE EMPIRE'S CAUSE.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 17657, 21 June 1919, Page 8

FOR THE EMPIRE'S CAUSE.

' IN MEMO EI AM. BLACKLER.—In loving memory of Francis Charles Blackler (3rd N.Z.R.8., 14th Reinforcements), who died from wounds at Messines, Juno 16, 1917.—Inserted by G. C. Waine. KNIGHT.—In proud and loving memory of 9/1313—Gunne'r Gilford Portal Knight, who died from wounds at Messines on June 21 1917. OWENS.—In loving memory of Rifleman Alexander Owens (18th Reinforcements), who was killed while in action " Somewhero in France" on June 21, 1917. Wo who loved him sadly miss him, As it dawns another year In the lonely hours of thinking Thoughts of him sire very dear. Though the voice we loved is Though his form we cannot tee, we shall meeb again in glory United through eternity. —Inserted by hi 3. loving parents, sisters, and brothers. OWFIN'SJ.—In loving memory of I our dear brother, Rifleman Alexander Owens ..(18 th Reinforcements), who was ►killed while in action " Somewhere m France" on June 21, 1917. Sadly a slstor is blinking 01 a soldier brother so bravo. Who has fought for us and Freedom And now lies in a soldier's grave. "We pictured his safe return, And longed to clasp his hand; But God has postponed the meetingIt will be in a better land. I— Inserted by his loving sister and brother-in-law, M. and j. Davidson, Mosgiel. VERNON.—In loving memory of Sergeant Samuel E. P. Vernon (N.Z.E. Tunnelling Corps), who died_ on June 21, 1916, from wounds received while in action in France. So loved, so mournedFar away from those who loved htm Soldiers gently laid him to rest;; In a far away grave lie is sleeping, One of the bravest and best. —Inserted by his loving wife, mother, sister, and brothers.