Death Of Joffre
“The Saviour Of France” Paris, Jan 3. The death has occurred of Marshall Joffre. Deep emotion was manifested at Riversaltes, Marshall Joffre’s birthplace, where work is at a standstill. Hun dreds of the residents hung out flags draped with crape. M. Barthou, Minister of War, who will deliver the sole funeral oration oh January 7, sent an Order of the Day to the Army announcing the death. He said: “Marshall Joffre saved France at the Marne. He broke ail the efforts of the enemy. His strength of soul, his indomitable energy, his continuous service ensured the final victory.”
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Te Puke Times, 6 January 1931, Page 3
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