FOR THE EMPIRE'S CAUSE.

Otago Witness, Issue 3352, 12 June 1918, Page 35

FOR THE EMPIRE'S CAUSE.

IN MEMORIAM. HARRIS.—In loving memory of my dear brother, Rifleman Henry Ewart Harris, who was killed while in action "Somewhere in France" ou June 7, 1917; aged 23 years. In the bloom of life death claimed him, In the prido of his manhood days; His heart was good, his spirit brave. His resting place is a soldier's grave. Only a rough little wooden cross Raised o'er a lonely grave, Marking the spot where a hero lies Under tho cold, grey autumn skies, Far away from all kindred ties Rests one of Britain's brave." We prayed Cod would watch o'er him Amidst the deadly; But, alas! our hopes were blighted When we received tho sad news that day. He is billeted now to rest, '. Billeted to remain; When the heavenly trumpet sounds He will rise to march again. —lnserted by his loving sister - and niece, L. iUid M. Woodhouse. JACK. —Tn affectionate memory of No. 9/1059 —Corporal-fan hr James Jack (2nd Anzac Mounted Regiment, sth Reinforcements), who died from wounds received while in action on Messines Ridge oji Juno 7, lUl7.—lnserted*by his father, brother, and sisters'. KERR. —In loving memory of Private Alexander Kerr, who died from wounds received while in action in the Battle of Messines, June 7, 1917. Thou art gone, but not forgolten, And, us dawns another year. In our lonely hours of thinking Thoughts of you are always near. —lnserted by his loving mother and sister, A. Hepplestou. KERR. —In loving memory of Private Alex. Kerr, who died from wounds received while in notion in France on Juno 7, 1917, youngest sou of the late -William Kerr, Waikouaiti. A young life sacrificed. —lnserted by his brother and sister, G. and E. Kerr. KERR.—In loving memory of my dear brother, Private Alexander Kerr, who 'died ou Juno 7, 1917, from wounds received while .in fiction .in tho Battle of Messines. There is a link death cannot sever, Fond remembrance lasts forever. —lnserted by his loving sister, Evelyn. KERR.—In loving memory of Alexander (Sandy) Kerr, who died from wounds received whilo in action on June 7, 1917, at Messines. Loved by all who knew him here, A friend so kind and true; More beautiful because of death— It speaks of grief: Bo comforted; There is no death, there are no dead! —lnserted by hi 3 sister ond brother-in-law, M. and'E. L. Goodwin. ~ ■ M'LAREN.—In loving memory, of our dear Colin (Private, 4th Reinforcements), who was killed while in action at Mes? sinus on June 7, 1917. He gave his life—his all. sisters, and brothers. M'LEOD.—In loving memory of our dear brother, Private' Campbell M'Leod, who was reported missing, and'believed-to have been killed on Juno 7, .1917, youngest s'o'ft of James M'Leod, Buckeye House, Outrani. He died that we might live in peace, 'He fought for freedom, not for fame; On New Zealand's roll of honour Stands inscribed our hero's name. —lnserted by M. and W. Weir, Omimi. MILLAR. —In loving memory of Private Alexander Millar (Sandy), -of Wendori Valley, who died from wounds received while in action " .Somewhere in France " ou June 12, BUG; aged 24 years. Far away in no man's land There's n grave we'll never see; But to keep Old England's honour You were numbered with the slain. Fate gave the word, the bullet sped, And took our brother's life; And with him all the joys are fled Life can to us impartWhen other amis embrace their lads, And ours are empty still, It's then, dear Bandy, wo will know , You'll ne'er return to us. —lnserted by his loving sister, Mrs John Bnsbriilgo, Wyudham.

MOORE. —In loving memory of John William Moore (9th Reinforcements), who was killed whilo in action in France on June 9, 1017. j Rest well, bravo hearts, Ye, who for us your lives laid down; The angels know your graves to-day, And weave for you the victor's crown. —lnserted by his mother, sisters, and brothers, 9 Franco street, Gleuroy, NorthEast Valley. PETERS.—Tn loving memory of Private Maitland Hector Peters, 10/§79, Mam Body), who was killed while in action at the Dardanelles ou Juno 7, 1915. He sleeps until the morning breaks, But memory haunts that sacred spot; Time but'the impression deeper makes, Which years can ne'er efface or blot. —lnserted by his loving parents, sisters, and brothers, Port Chalmers. RESTIEAUX.—In sad and loving memory of our beloved nephew, Haroli Morgan . Rostieaux (18tli Reinforcements), who fell on June 7, 1917,. at Messines; aged 2'A years. So loved, so mourned. —lnserted by N. and C. W. Patten, Inveroargill. ■ . RESTIEAUX. —In loving memory of Harold Morgan Restieaux (18th Reinforcements), who was killed while Lu action at Messines on June 7, 1917. He died that we may live in peace, He fought for freedom, not for fame; Yet, on New Zealand's roll of honour Stands inscribed our hero's name. —lnserted by his sorrowing parents, sister, und brother. RIDDLE. —In loving memoir of Private J. T. Riddle (N.Z.R.8.), who was killed tit Messines on June 7, 1917. Onlv those who have lost one are able to tell The pain at the heart of not saying farewell. ■ • No matter how wo pray, dear Tom, No matier how we call, There is nothing left to answer . But your photo on the wall. Too far away thy grave to see. But not too far to think of thee. —lnserted by his father, mother, and Bister. JSOIVLINSON.—In loving memory of Gilbert Oswald Rolliuson, who was„ killed whiLe iu action In Flanders, June 11, 1917. Pro patria moil. —lnserted by H. J. M., Hilton.