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Sergeant William Hope Macaulay of 15th Battalion (Prince of Wales Own) West Yorkshire Regiment wrote on headed paper from Colsterdale Camp, North Yorkshire. He states that 'the box will be preserved as a memento'.

Private T Maloney of Irish Guards, wrote from Red X Hospital, Wethersfield, near Braintree. He states that he has been 'in bed eleven weeks through wounds received near Ypres' but expects 'to be ready again in a very short time'. He adds that it is nice to know he is thought of by those left behind and he ends by saying he hopes there will be 'an Honourable Peace' during the Lord Mayor's term of office.

Lieutenant Colonel Mangles wrote from Brentwood, Holgate Road.

Regimental Sergeant Major J Mellor of 10th Service Battalion, West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from Wareham, Dorsetshire. He states that they have a good number of York men in the 10th West Yorkshires and that they all appreciate the Lord Mayor's 'kindness and consideration'.

Private Thomas Middleton of Army Service Corps, Bradford wrote from 51 Swinnerton Avenue, Leeman Road, York. He states that he will keep the box for remembrance and will frame it. He has cut out the container label to keep in his 'small booth' and will take it with him all through the war. He says he expects to be for 'Duty of War' soon and that he is confident of the success of the Allies. He adds that he is poor but would like to return a New Year's gift as a 'memento of this Great War'.

C C Mitchell of 32nd Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps, wrote from 96 New Barracks, Limerick but adds that he is 'late of York'. He states that 'naturally enough, the contents will disappear, but not the box which will be a memento' of the kindness of the Lord Mayor and Sheriff to men from York who are doing their 'little bit in this crisis'.

Joseph Molloy, Service number 1788, Machine Gun Section, 2nd Life Guards, 7th Cavalry Brigade, was on active service. He states that he did his 'colour service previous to the war in the 5th Lancers' but on mobilisation was transferred to the 2nd Life Guards who have done their 'allotted share of work in the firing line'.

Driver H Moore of 12th Reserve Battery, Royal Field Artillery, wrote from Preston Barracks, Brighton. He states that he will treasure the box as long as he lives. He was 'wounded on the retreat from Mons in the early days of the war and was invalided home', but is still eligible to serve his King and Country at home although he has lost the sight of his left eye. He adds that he also received a box from Princess Mary and one from Queen Victoria, presented during the South African War, so he has a 'very nice collection'.

Driver James William Morgan wrote from Ward 22, Central Hospital, Lichfield, Staffs. He states that he is now quite well and hopes to be 'in the firing line again by spring'. He is glad to know that, although they are so far away from their homes, they are not forgotten by the people of York and he is 'willing to do the share of those who are unable'. He adds that this is the first time he has seen active service but that he has 'soldiered on the North West Frontier of India where they are always causing trouble'.

Private Percy Cawthorne Mountain of C Company, 10th Battalion, West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote on YMCA headed paper from Wareham, Dorsetshire.

Beatrice Pew wrote on behalf of her brother, Percy Bardy, of Royal Field Artillery. Her address was 2 Leeman Road, York. She states that her brother has been serving in France since 6th November and that in a letter to her he said he had been 'through Neuve Chapelle, which he describes as 'Hell in a mist''. She ends by saying that her brother had asked her to write a letter of thanks as he 'did not know how to put one together.'

Private Harold R Mountain, Service number 2336, of G Company, 4th East Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from Elswick Hall, Newcastle. He states that the men 'are being cared for very nicely, with plenty of Bread and Jam and Marching'. He adds that they heard today 'on good authority' that they are going out to the Front on 11th February, but does not know how true that is.

Sergeant Walter Moyser was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He states that when he opened the package he was relieved to find it was not tobacco as he has 'already more than enough' of that.

Private Ronald P Murchison, Service number 8102, C Company, 3rd Battalion, 'The Black Watch', wrote from Ligg Camp, Ross-shire. He states that the 'handsome gift' presented to all York soldiers and sailors 'revived pleasant memories of York in a place many hundreds of miles from the old city'. He adds that he has seen in the York papers sent to him the long list of men who are serving their country and he is sure 'York has every reason to be proud of its record'.

Eric A Newsham, Service number 31497, of Royal Army Medical Corps, wrote from Hut P, 44 Field Ambulance, Twesledown, Farnham.

Driver J Normington wrote from France. He states that he has enjoyed the 'best of health' since he has been there.

Private F H Nutt, Service number 22089, of No 2 Troop, D Squadron, 4th Dragoon Guards, wrote from Assaye Barracks, Tidworth, Wiltshire.

A Outhwaite wrote from abroad.

Charles Pashley, Master at Arms, wrote from HMS Albemarle.

Private Harold Pattison, Service number 2226, of F Company, 5th West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from Leeman Road, York. He states that the box is splendid and he will always 'save and prize' it. He adds that it is good to know that people who he does not know think of him 'in this time of sacrifices'. He has three brothers serving, two of whom are at the Front, so he thinks they are doing their share. He ends by apologising for using pencil as he is 'on Guard and cannot get ink'.

Private John H Pawson, Service number 9986, of No. 10 Ambulance Train, Royal Army Medical Corps, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He states that the gift box was very much admired by men he showed it to. He hopes his brother Edward, of 109th Battalion, Royal Field Artillery, serving with the 23rd Brigade, also received the box as he is 'sure he would be proud to have such a gift'. He ends by signing himself 'A Proud Son of York' and gives his York address as 25 Wolseley St.

Gunner G J Bachelor, Service number 84861, wrote c/o Company Sergeant Anderson, Henderson St School, Glasgow. His York address was 4 Rougier St.

Trooper T P Pearson of B Squadron, Yorkshire Hussars, wrote from 22 Rutland St, Filey.

S Peckitt of 3 Depot Unit of Supply, Army Service Corps, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He describes the gift as a 'small box of luxuries' and adds that it is very acceptable at the present time as the men do not have the chance of purchasing their own 'sweetmeats'.

Captain C Pelham's postcard has a York postmark.

Private Herbert Penrose, Service number 46, of No.7 Casualty Clearing Station, Royal Army Medical Corps, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force.

Driver George Pfluger, Service number 44850, of B Battery, 105 Brigade, Royal Field Artillery, wrote on paper headed 'Wesleyan Soldiers' Homes, Aldershot Command', from Lille Barracks, North Camp, Aldershot. He states that he received the gift late due to 'the suspended mails and Christmas traffic'.

Private F J Pond of Depot, West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from Infantry Barracks, York. The undated illustration is a picture of men from The Prince of Wales's Own West Yorkshire Regiment watching a football match. There are also undated written details of infantry soldiers' pay.

Private Edmund Skelton and Private Thomas Porritt of D Company, 2nd Yorkshire Regiment, were serving with 21st Brigade, 7th Division of the British Expeditionary Force. The handwriting suggests the letter was written by Edmund Skelton who states that such a gift from the old City is proof they are not forgotten by people at home. He adds that the boxes are not only appreciated now, but 'will be treasured by us (or ours) long after this war is over'.

Driver Eric Kilvington Potter of C Squad, Army Service Corps, attached to Yorkshire Hussars, wrote from the Talbot Hotel, Queen St, Scarborough. He states that it cheers the men up to know that their fellow citizens have not forgotten them. He adds that he has 'just come out of hospital through a kick in the face with a horse'.

Harry Radwell Radford, Officers Mess Sergeant to 6th and 7th Leicestershire Regiment, wrote on headed paper from Badajoz Barracks, Wellington Lines, Aldershot. He apologises for the delay in writing which was because he had been 'laid up for the past three weeks'. He adds that it is very nice to know they are not forgotten during 'the present hard conditions'.

Sergeant W Rafton of Headquarters Staff, 1st West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from Bruyeres Camp, Rouen. In his typed letter he writes that the box will be a 'treasure worth keeping' and that he is sending it to York.

Acting Sergeant Major F I Bateman of Army Ordinance Corps, attached to Fife and Forfar Yeomanry, wrote from Skegness. His York address was 42 Heslington Road. He states that he appreciates knowing they are 'not forgotten while away from home'.

Bandsman William E Raine, Service number 9263, of Headquarters, 2nd Yorkshire Regiment, was serving with the 21st Brigade, 7th division of the British Expeditionary Force. He states that it was very good of his people to send his name in so he could get the gift that 'all the York heroes' have received. He adds that he has been a citizen of York since his birth and hopes to 'return to the good old city safe after this terrible crisis is over'. He signs himself as 'One of the Green Howards'.

Arthur Remington, Shoeing Smith, Service number 5491, of D Squadron, Royal Horse Guards Blue, was serving with 8th Cavalry Brigade, 3rd Cavalry Division of the British Expeditionary Force. He writes that he will take great care of the box in remembrance of the Lord Mayor and Sheriff's kindness.

H W Robson wrote from 23 St Oswalds Road, York. He states that he wishes to express his 'satisfaction at the compliment' of being considered a York man and included in the 'distinguished list'.

Mary E Russell wrote on behalf of her husband, Private T Russell. Their York address was 15 Horner St, Burton Stone Lane, Clifton. She states that he was late of 10 Hussars but was at present at Harrogate with the 5th Battalion, West Yorkshire Regiment. She adds that she is sure 'the box will be treasured by him as a memento of this terrible war'.

Arthur Sawyer wrote from HMS Natal. He states that good wishes from 'Dear Old York' are greatly appreciated by him.

Corporal John Emerson Sanderson, Service Number 5594, of 3rd Dragoon Guards, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force, and wrote on YMCA headed paper from No 6 Base Camp, Rouen, France. He states that he trusts he will have the box in his possession for many years to remind him of the Lord Mayor and Sheriff's kindness to the men of York. He ends by saying he will be proceeding to join his regiment at the Front the next day.

Captain H C Scott wrote from Hatfield, Doncaster and thanks the Lord Mayor and Sheriff for the 'kind and succulent expression' of their good wishes.

Corporal Lawrence Shaftoe, Service number 54253, of 31st Signal Company, Royal Engineers, wrote from Baston on paper headed with the crossed out York address of Ashley Villa, Fulford. He states that, like the Lord Mayor and Sheriff, he is a Freeman of York and is glad that the city has in them 'such ardent supporters of its country's cause'.

Private John W Shaw, Service number 6468, of 5th Company, Army Ordnance Corps, wrote from Le Havre, France. He states that the box is a 'splendid souvenir and will get the careful preservation it deserves'. He adds that it is a pleasure to know that gentlemen in the Lord Mayor and Sheriff's positions are working to cheer the men and maintain 'the patriotism with which the City of York has so long been associated'.

David Shearman of Army Service Corps, was on active service abroad with 4 Section, 7th Division, Ammunition Column. He states that they are having 'a rough time' but that he is 'quite happy to be able to do a little' for his King and Country with many of his fellow citizens, and hopes to be 'back again in York shortly victorious'. The Illustration is a photograph of German Prisoners of War in 1914 with a caption in French.

Trooper P Batman of B Squadron, East Riding Yeomanry, wrote from the Majestic Hotel, Harrogate. He states that he will prize the box and 'look well after it as will be a very nice and priceless souvenir in years to come, when the European War is a thing of the past'.

Corporal Arthur Henry Sherwood, Service number 11799, of A Company, 9th Battalion, West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote on headed paper from Belton Park, Grantham, Lincolnshire. The letter is written on behalf of 'many members of His Majesty's Forces' in his Battalion.

Private G Simpson of C Squadron, 10th Royal Hussars, writes that he hopes to bring home the box 'in remembrance of Xmas 1914'.

G W Sleaford wrote from 11 Grove View, Clifton, York. He states that he hopes he will be able to serve his 'King and Country in some capacity'.

Driver William Smallwood, Service number 90325, of Flub [?] Section, Royal Field Artillery, writes that he likes the army more now he has got 'the rough part over' and adds that they are 'ready any time now to go to the Front'.

Private Henry Albert Smith, Service number 9552, of 3 Company, 3rd West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote on headed paper from Prudhoe Memorial Convalescent Home, Whitley Bay, Northumberland. He states that he will prize the box and asks if he could have his name enrolled as a citizen of York, which he would consider a great honour. He adds that has been 'in York for about 27 years, and in the West Yorkshire Regimental Band, cornet player for 12 years'. The letter is illustrated with a photograph of the Convalescent Home.

Private William Henry Smith, Service number 33597, of E Company, Royal Army Medical Corps, wrote on YMCA headed paper from Aldershot. He states that he is proud to be a York citizen serving for King and Country.

Private William James Smith, Service number 4851, of Headquarters Staff, 18th L.M.O [?] Hussars, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He states that in years to come the gift will be a 'pleasant memento' of the Lord Mayor and Sheriff's 'kindness and thoughtfulness for those who have left Home at the call of Duty'.

Lance Corporal Arthur Smithson, Service number 496, of 46 Company, Motor Transport, Army Service Corps, was serving with the 5th Cavalry Brigade of the British Expeditionary Force. He states that he is proud to be the 'recipient of such a nice souvenir' and trusts he will be spared 'to see the enemy made to lie low'. He hopes to return to York 'to spend many happy years in the town' of which he is proud. The letter is illustrated with a coloured picture of the flags of Great Britain and France.

R C Kettlewell, H Phillips and E Smithson of E Company, Royal Army Medical Corps, wrote from Aldershot. They state that it is gratifying to think they are remembered 'though so far away', and when they are 'even further away', as they hope soon to be, the memory of the gift will inspire them to 'strenuously uphold the honour of the Empire and the Old City' of which they are so proud. The 'wonderfully effective design of the gift box has evoked much admiration and not a little jealousy, which latter, however, was easily allayed by a taste of the chocolate'.

Lance Corporal J Southwood of 1st Royal Dragoons, was serving overseas.

Driver Wheeler M Beall, Service number 27476, of No I Base, Remount Depot, Army Service Corps, Rouen, France, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He writes that he is proud of receiving the gift from the Lord Mayor and 'the good people of York who have done such good work for the soldiers who have left the Old City'. He ends by saying he hopes 'someday perhaps, if spared, to come back to York again'.

Gunner Authur [sic] Earnest [sic] Speck, Service number 35330, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force.

Private Wilf Spilsbury of Army Pay Corps, York, wrote from Alpine Cottage, Fulford, York.

Sergeant Charles F Spink of 7 Company, Army Ordnance Corps, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force and used the printed pro-forma to say he was quite well and had received the parcel.

Sergeant Robert Spink of 2nd York and Lancaster Regiment, was serving overseas. He states that it is good of the Lord Mayor and Sheriff to remember 'the York lads at the Front' and that he will treasure the box as a 'souvenir of the war'. The postcard is illustrated with a coloured picture of the flag of Great Britain.

J Stephenson wrote from abroad with the message 'Received chocolate yesterday. Will probably send on another order in the course of a few days. Chaps here are delighted with it'.

C J Stobart, C.E.R.A. [?] Royal Navy, wrote from HMS Pembroke, Naval Barracks, Chatham. He states that the gift was appreciated by him and all York men now serving King and Country in the navy.

Corporal W T Stockdale, Service number 5716, of Army Service Corps, wrote from abroad. He states that he was 'born within the city walls in Tanner St', and will do his best to 'uphold the honour of the old city of York'. He adds he has enclosed a cutting from the Grangemouth News which shows that they 'sometimes enjoy life on active service as well as in peace time'. The undated cutting reports an event, presided over by Corporal Stockdale, when transport workers from the Port celebrated the birth of a Private's baby at a café with songs and melodeon music.

G B Strickland of 10th York and Lancashire Regiment, wrote from Linslade, Leighton Buzzard. He states that the gift was 'much admired and envied by men from other towns, who were not thought of in such a manner'.

Private Walter Suter wrote from 6 Railway Terrace, Holgate Road, York. He states his hope that the men will 'all prove a credit' to their 'ancient city and country'.

Major Sykes of Army Service Corps, wrote from Woolbridge Farm, Wool, Dorset. He states that he returned from France last month 'to assist in the training of the New Army'.

Saddler Frederick Louis Adamson, Service number 24748, of 78th Brigade, 246 Battery, Royal Field Artillery, wrote from Newton Manor, Swanage. He states that he is the only York man in his battery and that his 'chums have all taken a fancy' to the gift. He adds he will take great care of it so that he has something to remember the kindness shown to all the York men by the Lord Mayor and Sheriff.

Private H Beardmore of Mechanical Transport Supply Column, Army Service Corps, typed his letter from Council Schools, Woodlands, near Doncaster. He states that the gift was greatly appreciated by him and other York men there with him.

Private Walter J Tanner, Service number 7535, of Duke of Wellington's Regiment, wrote on headed paper from West Riding Depot, Halifax. He states that it encourages him to do his duty when he knows his 'services are so kindly acknowledged'.

L Wilfred Taylor of 4th Public Schools Battalion, Royal Fusiliers, wrote from Ashstead, Surrey. He thanks the Lord Mayor and Sheriff for remembering him 'as having enrolled from York' and states his hope that the 'York contingent to the Army will perform a real and lasting part in this war against Prussian Tyranny'.

Mowbray Taylor of Royal Army Medical Corps, wrote from Duke of York's Headquarters, Chelsea, London. He states that after leaving York he was in charge of training 900 recruits for 4 Field Ambulances. He was then given command of a Field Ambulance but has been recalled to Chelsea to repeat his work. He adds that 'the officers (who must be Medical Men) are very scarce' as there are better openings for them and he is afraid they will not get the 38 they need. He ends by saying he hopes the war will soon be over and most men will return to York.

Sapper George Ronald Marfit Temple, Service number 2551, of 3rd Line Depot Unit, 1st West Riding Ter. [?], Royal Engineers, Glossop Road Barracks, Sheffield, wrote from 27 Union Terrace, York.

Acting Bombardier Thomlinson of Royal Field Artillery, wrote from City Hall, Glasgow.

Private Harry Thomlinson of 21st Service Battalion, Royal Fusiliers, wrote from Ashtead, Surrey.

Private John Edward Thompson, Service number 36295, of Royal Army Medical Corps, wrote from Married Quarters, Room 18, A Square, E Company, RAMC Depot, Aldershot. He states that Private J A Smith, who he mentioned in a letter the previous day, has still not received his gift. He adds that he is leaving for the Front in a day or two and will do his duty to the best of his abilities, knowing that the men are being thought about in the 'ancient City of York'.

Lieutenant Harry Delamere Thwaytes of 1 Dorset Regiment, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force, France.

C Tickner wrote from abroad. He states that he will always be proud of the gift and hopes to 'return safe once more to dear Old York' and show it to his friends. The illustrations are a photograph of Admiral Sir John Jellicoe and a coloured picture of British and French 'Flags of Freedom'. The lyrics to 'God Save our Gracious King' are also included.

Sergeant J E Townsley of Army Service Corps, Mechanical [?] Transport, with 2 Siege Battery, Royal Garrison Artillery, Ammunition Column, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He states he hopes to bring back his gift to York as a 'memento in years to come'. He adds that he trusts in God to bring him home again 'hoping to find England free from any devastation caused by the enemy other than the cruel and unwarlike raid' on the coast. He also sent a Field Service postcard on the same day to say he had received the parcel.

M Binns wrote on behalf of her son, Private G Binns, who is 'out of York at present'. Her address was 4 Levisham St, Fulford Rd, York. She states that 'the gift and the kind thought that prompted it are both so beautiful that it is giving great pleasure to all who receive it'. She adds her hope that 'the 7 York lads who are now prisoners of war and who don't seem to have received any Xmas gifts from York' will receive the box.

H Towse wrote on headed paper from HMS Natal, 2nd Cruiser Squadron. He states that since the start of the war they have had every reason in the fleet to be grateful to their Country for the spontaneous way in which people at home have 'answered the call' made by the heads of the cities to supply them with comforts. He adds 'it is still pouring in', but as a man of York he appreciates the kind thought that prompted the Lord Mayor and Sheriff to send the 'little token', and he will 'value it more than all else'.

Private R Trapps of No. 4 Section, No. 4 Platoon, F Company, 4th Battalion, West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from St Anthony's Fort, Falmouth, Cornwall. He states that he wishes the place he is stationed at and the weather is 'as good as the chocolates'. He adds that it gives him pleasure to think that he has left behind 'some of the Grand Old City friends and well-wishers in the present crisis' and hopes to be back soon. He adds a PS 'Excuse writing'.

G Vokins of B Squadron, 6th Dragoon Guards, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He states that the gift will be 'kept as a souvenir by all the York soldiers who are fighting on the Continent'.

C W Vokins of E Company, B Subsection, Royal Army Medical Corps, wrote from 16c Married Quarters, A Square, RAMC Depot, Aldershot.

W Walters, Service number 592, of West Riding National Reserve, wrote from Dringhouses, York. He states his hope that the Lord Mayor will have the 'felicity' during his term of office of 'declaring from the steps of the Mansion House, the proclamation of peace'.

Private Ernest Charles Ward, Service number 12828, of G Company, 27 Platoon, 3rd Northumberland Fusiliers, wrote on YMCA headed paper from The Huts, East Boldon, County of Durham. He states that it is very kind of the Lord Mayor and Sheriff to think about the men of York who have left their home 'for the Good of the Country'.

H Ward wrote from abroad.

Corporal H Ward of 4th Battalion, Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from Elswick Works Institute, Scotswood Road, Newcastle on Tyne. He states that it gives him great pleasure to think that the Lord Mayor and Sheriff should 'so kindly remember the men who are to fight for their King and Empire in this great struggle'.

Private Robert Ward of 2nd Platoon, F Company, West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from St Anthony's Fort, Falmouth, Cornwall. He states that it gives him pleasure to remember that, as a citizen of York, he has left behind him in the 'Grand Old City friends and well-wishers in the present conflict'.

Private L Wardley, Service number 2407, of Army Service Corps, wrote from St John's and St Elizabeth Hospital, London. He states that he will value the box in years to come.

Sergeant Henry James Birkbeck, Service number 55090, of Railway Transport Establishment, Royal Engineers, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force. He states that he will keep the box as a memento as 'it is so artistically got up'.

J E Watson wrote from Head Quarters, No 5. District, York. He states that the box will 'always be a remembrance of these stirring times of war' and of his 'very pleasant time in York'.

Captain T F A Webb of 13th (Service) Battalion, Middlesex Regiment, wrote on headed paper and had crossed out the address of Shoreham on Sea and inserted 'Rutland Hall, Hove'.

Private W Weir wrote from abroad on active service. He states that he was pleased to see that the men are always in the Lord Mayor's thoughts and he hopes someday, if God spares him, to return to the 'dear old City of York'.

Stoker Leonard Wells wrote from No 44 Mess, HMS King George V. He states his trust that 'peace and prosperity' will be restored to his native city during the Lord Mayor's 'Reign of Office this year'.

Private Frank Fieldhouse White, Service number 6362, of 1st Scots Guards, was a prisoner of war and gave his camp address as Schneidemuhl, Germany. He states that because he 'belongs to the City Corporation Tramway', he knows the Sheriff's high office and therefore is the more grateful that the men of the city who are doing their 'duty for King and Country on the continent' have been remembered.

Frank Williamson of D Company, 13th Platoon, 5th West Yorkshire Regiment, wrote from Leeman Road, York. He states that the box will serve as a memento of his part in the 'present struggle, a part which up to the present at any rate has been full of interest and which has been marked by hard work and plenty of humour'.

Fred Warran Wilson, Able Seaman, wrote from HMS Changuinola.

Colour Sergeant H Wilson of 3rd Battalion, Kings Royal Rifle Corps, was serving with the 3rd Echelon of the British Expeditionary Force. He states that he will always keep the box as a souvenir, 'along with the late Queen Victoria's chocolate box, which he received during the South African War', which also contained Rowntrees chocolate.

Fred Wood of Army Pay Department, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force in France. He states that the box is a 'pretty souvenir' and that the contents were greatly appreciated by his comrades and himself.

J Wood, Squadron Sergeant Major (Orderly Room Sergeant), of Cavalry Section, 5th Lancers, wrote his typed letter from General Headquarters, 3rd Echelon, British Expeditionary Force, Rouen.

Private G Booth, Service number 2692, of Mechanical Transport, Army Service Corps, was serving with the British Expeditionary Force but wrote from 29, Union Terrace, Clarence St, York, where he was on furlough. He states that the gift touched him very much and he will cherish it to his last. He adds he sincerely trusts he 'may be spared to render further services to his King and Country and the old City' of his birth. He ends by saying he has been invalided home with rheumatism but is much better and is being sent to Aldershot on 23 January.