Belfast Telegraph - Tuesday, 3 December, 1918

Marriages

ANDERSON--COSTINE -- December 1, 1918, at the Parish Church, Eccleston, Chester, Andrew Newton, Lieut., 15th Batt. Royal Irish Rifles, second son of Mr. John Anderson, The Spa, Ballynahinch, Co. Down, to Lilian Dunlop, only child of Mr. J.D. Costine, of Waterloo, Liverpool.

LEMON--FINLAY -- At St. Silas' Church, Belfast, on 25th November, 1918, by the Rev. F. W. W. Warren, Samuel, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Lemon, 89 Delhi Street, to Frances, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Finlay, 24 Wyndham Street, Belfast.

Deaths

BAIN -- December 2, 1918, at her residence, 5 Skegoniel Avenue, Marion, the dearly-beloved wife of Robert Bain.Interment notice later. ROBERT BAIN.

BATES -- December 1, 1918 (suddenly), at the Hospital, Lisburn Road, Albert B. Bates, dearly-beloved son of Minnie and Archie Bates.Funeral (military) notice later.42 Rathcool Street.

BELL -- December 2, 1918, at her husband's residence, Dromore Street, Rathfriland, Rachel Bell, the dearly-beloved wife of Robert Bell.Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m., to First Rathfriland New Cemetery.

BRIGGS -- December 3, 1918, at 209 Donegall Road, Sarah, daughter of the late George and Sarah Briggs, Lisburn.Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10 a.m., to City Cemetery.RICHARD SHAW.

BUNTING -- December 2, 1918, at her residence, 10 Carnan Street, Esther, the dearly-beloved wife of Robert Bunting.Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery.Friends will please accept this intimation.ROBERT BUNTING.

CLEGG -- December 2, 1918, at the Mater Hospital, Anne Jane (Annie), dearly-beloved wife of John Clegg.Her remains will be removed from her late residence, 13 Kilronan Street Duncairn Gardens, for interment in Knockbreda Churchyard, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband. JOHN CLEGG.

CLEGG -- December 2, 1918, at the Mater Hospital, Ann Jane (Annie), the second and dearly-beloved daughter of Daniel and the late Martha Hall.Her remains will be removed from her late residence, 13 Kilronan Street, for interment in Knockbreda Churchyard on to-morrow (Wednesday) evening., at 2.30.Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.Deeply regretted by her loving Father, Sisters, and Brothers. 47 Rosebank Street.

COBAIN -- December 2, 1918, at his daughter's residence, 40 Osborne Street, William Cobain.The remains of our dearly-beloved father will be removed from above address, for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 3 p.m. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Sons and Daughters -- James, Joseph, Mary Ann, Jane.

AMALGAMATED SOCIETY OF ENGINEERS. -- BELFAST 9th BRANCH.
COBAIN -- Members of the above Branch are requested to attend the funeral of their late respected Brother, Wm. Cobain.
JOHN WHITE, President. SAMUEL M'MASTER, Secretary.

CUMMINS -- December 1, 1918, at his residence, 16 St. Vincent Street, John, beloved husband of Martha Cummins.Interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m.Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family.MARTHA CUMMINS.

CUMMINS -- December 1, 1918, at his residence, 16 St. Vincent Street, John, beloved son of William and the late Elizabeth Cummins.Interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Brothers, and Sisters.
WILLIAM CUMMINS. RICHARD AND MARGARET CUMMINS. 85 Oldpark Road.
ROBERT AND MARY CUMMINS, Scotland
MAY, SAMUEL, AND NELLIE CUMMINS,Springfield Road, Bangor.
JOSEPH AND LETTIE CUMMINS, 3 Primitive Street, Belfast.

CUMMINS -- December 1, 1918, at his residence, 16 St. Vincent Street, John Cummins. Deeply regretted by his Father-in-law, JOSEPH MAHOOD, 67 Weir St., Belfast. Also his Sister-in-law and Brother-in-law, JANIE ORR AND TOM E. BELL, Winnipeg, Ontario, Canada. Also his Sister-in-law and Brother-in-law, EMILY KENNETT AND STEWART BELL, 7 Eighth Street, Belfast.

BELFAST HEROES L.O.L. 241.
CUMMINS -- The Members of above Lodge are requested to attend the funeral of their late Brother, John Cummins. -- (By order),
WM. KIRK, W.M., FRANK KNOX, Secy.

ALFRED'S MASONIC LODGE, No. 59.
CUMMINS -- Officers and Members of above Lodge are requested to attend the funeral of their late highly-esteemed Brother, John Cummins.
JOHN BLYTH, W.M. THOMAS WEBSTER, P.M., Secretary.

MINERVAR.A. CHAPTER, 399.
CUMMINS -- Companions of above Chapter and other Companions are requested to attend the funeral of their respected Companion, John Cummins.
SAMUEL JONES, Jun., E.K., W.J. SCARLETT, P.K., Reg.

BOILERMAKERS', IRON AND STEEL SHIPBUILDERS. -- BELFAST No. 2 BRANCH.
CUMMINS -The Members of above Branch are respectfully requested to attend the funeral of their late respected and highly-esteemed Secretary, Br. John Cummins.
JAS. DOUGLAS, President. ROBT. WARING, Treasurer.

CUSH -- December 2, 1918, at Ivy Hill Farm, Groomsport, Mary (Minnie), third daughter of the late Hugh Cush. -- R.I.P. Funeral to Saul (by motor) on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10 a.m.

DAWSON -- December 3, 1918, at his parents' residence, 49 Gainsborough Drive, Frederick, younger and dearly-beloved son of Robert and Anna Dawson.Funeral on Thursday, at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by his loving Father, Mother, and Brother.

FERGUSON -- December 1, 1918, at her residence, 78 Medway Street, Mary, dearly-beloved wife of Alfred Ferguson.Her remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday, at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. Deeply regretted by her Husband and Family. ALFRED FERGUSON.

GAMBLE -- December 3, at the Sanatorium, Whiteabbey, Elizabeth Davidson (Lilla), the dearly-loved daughter of J.G. Gamble, 153 University Street.Funeral will pass Midland Station, York Street, at 2.45 p.m., on Thursday, 5th inst., for City Cemetery. J.G. GAMBLE.

CLENDINNING -- December 2, 1918, at 44 Frome Street, Alexander, youngest and dearly-beloved child of Alexander and Mary Clendinning.Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10 a.m., to Dundonald Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. -- Deeply regretted. 'Safe in the arms of Jesus.

HALL -- December 2, 1918, at her residence, 4 Fountainville Avenue, Louisa Alice, dearly-beloved wife of Robt. Hall.Funeral private. ROBT. HALL.

HANNA -- December 1, 1918, at her parents' residence, 6 Garden Place, Jeannie, the dearly-beloved and youngest daughter of Robert and Edith Hanna.Funeral to-morrow (Wednesday), morning, at 10, for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground. Friends will please accept this intimation. "Suffer little children to come unto Me." Inserted by her sorrowing Father and Mother (the former on active service).

JOHNS -- December 1, 1918, at her mother's residence, 94 Bristol Street, Amy Leatha Johns.Funeral from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 12 o'clock noon, to Shankill Burying-ground. -- Deeply regretted. ELLEN JOHNS.

JOHNSTON -- December 2, 1918, at the Infirmary, Lisburn Road, Alexander, the dearly-beloved brother of Margaret Kirkpatrick.His remains will be removed from his sister's residence, 216 Conway Street, for interment in City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10.30 a.m. Friends will please accept this intimation.Deeply regretted by Sister and Brother-in-law. MARGARET AND WM. JOHN KIRKPATRICK, 216 Conway Street.

KNOX -- December 2, 1918, at his residence, Ballyvallough, Ellen Knox.Her remains will be removed for interment in the family burying-ground, Raloo, on Thursday, 5th inst., at 12 o'clock. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. CHARLES KNOX.

LEITCH -- December 1, 1918, at 106 Limestone Road, Belfast, Adelaide Wilhemina, third and much-loved daughter of Thomas W. and Charlotte W. Leitch.Her remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m., for interment in City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. THOMAS W. LEITCH.

LEITCH -- The Companions of Royal Arch Chapter 97 are requested to attend the funeral of the beloved daughter of their much-esteemed Companion, Thomas W. Leitch, P.K., 106 Limestone Road, at 2 p.m. to-morrow (Wednesday).
ALEXANDER F. DOUGAN, King. ROBERT KARR, P.K., Registrar.

MALLON -- December 2, 1918, at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Ellen Mallon. -- R.I.P.Her remains will be removed from 13 Spinner Street, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m., for interment in Milltown Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. FRANCIS MALLON.

MARTIN -- December 2, 1918, at Ballyeasboro', William Martin.The remains of my beloved husband will be removed from his residence, for interment in Glastry Cemetery, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. JANE MARTIN.

MORTLAND -- December 2, 1918, at his parents' residence, 40 Halcombe Street, Samuel A., the eldest and dearly-beloved son of John and Margaret Mortland.Funeral from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday) morning, at 10.30, for interment in Dundonald Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Mother, Brothers and Sister.

BLOOMFIELD TEMPERANCE L.O.L. 490.
MORTLAND -- Members of above Lodge are requested to attend the funeral of their respected Brother, Samuel Mortland.
S. SIMMS, W.M. W. HUNTER, Secretary.

M'BRIDE -- December 1, 1918, at her parents' residence, 40 Ormeau Street, Bessie Victoria (Bessie) second and dearly-beloved daughter of Sarah and Henry M'Bride.Her remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10 a.m., for interment in City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. -- Deeply regretted. HENRY M'BRIDE.

M'BRIDE -- December 1, 1918, at her parents' residence, 40 Ormeau Street, Bessie Victoria (Bessie), second daughter of Henry and Sarah M'Bride. Sadly missed by her sorrowing Friend. R. HASKIS.

M'GURK -- December 2, 1918, at her mother's residence, 23 Park Street, Annie, the dearly-beloved wife of Private Patrick M'Gurk, A.S.C. (on active service). -- R.I.P.Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m., for interment in Milltown Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. On whose soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy. Inserted by her loving Mother, Brothers, and Sisters.

M'KAY -- November 29, 1918, at Greenwich Hospital, England (of pneumonia), James M'Culloch M'Kay.The remains of my dearly-beloved husband will be removed from 55 Alexander Park Avenue on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. Inserted by his sorrowing Wife and Son, ALICE M'KAY.

M'KAY -- November 29, 1918, at Greenwich Naval Hospital (of pneumonia), James M'Culloch, eldest and beloved son of James and Mary M'Kay. Inserted by his sorrowing Father, Mother, and Sister, 25 Roseleigh Street.

M'KAY -- November 29, 1918, at Greenwich Naval Hospital (of pneumonia), James M'Culloch,beloved brother of L. Graham. Deeply regretted by his Sister and Brother-in-law, 21 Avonbeg Street.

MINERVA MASONIC LODGE, No. 389.
M'KAY -- Members of above Lodge and other Brethren are requested to attend the funeral of our late highly-esteemed Brother, Captain James M'Kay.
SAMUEL JONES, Jun., W.M. RALPH MITCHELL, P.M., Sec.

M'NINCH -- December 2, 1918, at Lynwood, Waterloo Gardens, Belfast, John, beloved husband of Annie M'Ninch, and son of John M'Ninch, Larne.Funeral will leave the above address at 2 p.m., on to-morrow (Wednesday), for interment in City Cemetery.Friends will please accept this intimation.

PARKER -- December 1, 1918, at his late residence, 61 Bendigo Street, Albert E., the beloved husband of Agnes Parker.Funeral(by motor) to Blaris,on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted. AGNES PARKER. Australian papers please copy.

AMALGAMATED SOCIETY OF ENGINEERS -- BELFAST 10th BRANCH
PARKER -- The Officers and Members of above and other Branches are requested to attend the funeral of their late Brother, Albert E. Parker.
FRED BELL, President. ROBT. OWENS, Secretary.

PATTERSON -- December 2, 1918, at his father's residence, Burren, Ballynahinch, Robert, eldest son of W.R. Patterson.Funeral to the family burying-ground, Second Presbyterian Church, Ballynahinch, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 12 noon.

PURDY -- December 2, 1918, at her residence, 178 Crumlin Road, Sarah Ann, beloved wife of Wm. James Purdy.Interment notice later.

RODGERSON -- December 1, 1918 at the Royal Victoria Hospital, George, the beloved husband of Mary Rodgerson, 188 Ormeau Road.His remains will be removed from his late residence, for interment in Carnmoney, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 .30 p.m. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family.

RODGERSON -- December 1, 1918, at the Royal Victoria Hospital, George, the beloved husband of Mary Rodgerson.The remains of our beloved father will be removed from his late residence, 188 Ormeau Road, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Carnmoney. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Daughter and Son-in-law. ISABEL AND WILLIAM KELLY. 182 Ormeau Road.

RODGERSON -- December 1, 1918, George, third son of the late Captain W.J. and Agnes Rodgerson. "Called home."Deeply regretted by his loving Sister and Brother-in-law. RICHARD AND AGNES LYNESS, 8 Milewater Road.

BELFAST COOPERS' TRADE UNION.
RODGERSON -- The Members of the above Trade Union are requested to attend the funeral of their late member, George Rodgerson.
GEORGE O'NEILL, President. T.J. KELLY, Secty.

SCOTT -- November 30, 1918, at his parents' residence, 37 Collyer Street, William Edward, dearly-beloved son of Henry and Margaret Gillespie.Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 11 a.m., to Carnmoney. Deeply regretted by his loving Parents. HENRY AND MARGARET GILLESPIE.

STEWART -- December 1, 1918, at her residence, 9 Manderson Street, Elizabeth, the dearly-beloved wife of the late Alexander Stewart.Her remains were interred in the City Cemetery to-day (Tuesday), at 2.30. "We cannot, Lord, Thy purpose see, But all is well that's done by Thee." Inserted by her two Sons, JAMES and HENRY; also her Daughter and Son-in-law. ALICE AND RICHARD TAYLOR, 9 Manderson Street.

NATIONAL PAINTERS' SOCIETY, BELFAST DISTRICT.
WEBB -- Members of above Society are requested to attend the funeral of their late respected Brother, John Webb.
DANIEL M'CRORY, President. JOHN WHITE, Secretary.

Thanks

Mr. and Mrs. ADAMS and Family desire to thank the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; also those who sent letters of sympathy and beautiful wreaths.Hoping this will be accepted by all. -- "Hillcrest."Bloomfield.

Mr. and Mrs. BOWMAN and Family desire to return their sincere thanks to the numerous kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, especially those who sent letters of condolence and beautiful floral tributes.Trusting this acknowledgment will be accepted by all.- 73 Woodstock Road.

Mr. BROWN and Family desire to express their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad and sudden bereavement; also to those who sent floral tributes and letters of condolence, especially the members of L.O.L. 2046. -- Trusting this acknowledgment will be accepted by all. 15 Dock Street, Belfast.

Mr. and Mrs. JOSEPH CAIRNS and Family desire to express their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, especially to the employes of Messrs. John Wilson & Co., May Street, her Sunday school companions, Mina and Aggie, and also a few of the neighbours for their beautiful wreaths, and floral tribute from her chum Sadie.Trusting this will be accepted by all. 103 Rathmore Street.

Miss GATENSBY and Sisters desire to express their grateful thanks to the many kind friends and neighbours who sympathised with them in their double bereavement; also to those who sent kind letters of condolence. Princess Gardens, Donaghadee.

Mr. and Mrs. JAMES GILLESPIE and Family desire to thank the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, also those who sent letters of sympathy and beautiful wreaths. -- Hoping this will be accepted by all. 62 Willgar Street.

Mr. and Mrs. GILMER and Family desire to express their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, and to all those who sent kind letters of condolence; also to those who sent floral tributes. -- Hoping this will be accepted by all. 465 Whitehall Terrace, Ormeau Road.

The Family of the late Mrs. Greer desire to express their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, and to those who sent letters of sympathy.Hoping this will be accepted by all. -- 187 Templemore Avenue.

Mr. HUGH HARRISON desires to express his sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with him in the lose of his daughter, and to those who sent floral tributes. -- Ballymacormick, Groomsport.

Mr. HUGH MARTIN and Sisters desire to express their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; also those who sent floral tributes and letters of condolence, especially the members of Rockburren Royal Arch Chapter No. 699; also the members of Rockburren Masonic Lodge for their beautiful wreath.Hoping this will be accepted by all, as they find it impossible to reply to each individually. H. AND M. MARTIN , Sandy Row. Mrs. M. BELL, Balmoral.

Mr. and Mrs. M'CAUSLAND and Family desire to return their sincere thanks to those who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, especially to the Matron, Sisters, and Nurses and Patients of the Carson Left Ward, U.V.F. Hospital, and all other kind friends who sent wreaths and floral tributes. -- Hoping this will be accepted by all.

Mrs. M'CREA and Family desire to return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, especially the foremen and office staff of Kirkpatrick Bros., Ltd., for their beautiful wreath; also the members of True Blue Masonic Lodge, Straid, 276, and Ballyclare Purple Star L.O.L 668 and Elijah's Chosen Few R.B.P. 168.Hoping this will be accepted by all. -- Millvale, Ballyclare.

Mrs. J. WAUGH desires to return her grateful thanks to the many friends who sympathised with her in her recent sad bereavement, especially to the Social Masonic Lodge, No. 136, and Star of the East Temperance R.B.P., No. 873, for their beautiful wreaths; also Church Defenders L.O.L. 1935, and others for their kindness and for letters of sympathy. -- Hoping this will be accepted by all. 9 Pottinger Street.

Mr. WILSON and Relatives desire to return thanks to all friends who sympathised with them in their great loss and sent floral tributes, especially the employes of the City Eelectric Station. -- 94 North Parade.

In Memoriam

M'CURRY -- In fond and loving memory of my dear mother, Sarah M'Curry, who departed this life on December 3, 1916, and was interred in Killyleagh Churchyard. Ever remembered by her Daughter, ALICE M'CURRY Also her Daughters and Sons-in-law. SARAH AND ANDREW GEDDIS. LIZZIE AND WILLIAM WHITE.

For King And Country.

ACKINSON -- Killed in action in France on October 21, 1918, Rifleman Robert Ackinson (Bobby), Royal Irish Rifles, eldest and dearly-beloved son of Thomas and Phoebe Ackinson.
He shall sleep, but not for ever,
There will be a glorious dawn;
We shall meet to part -- no, never,
On the Resurrection morn.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Mother, and brother Willie. 46 Lawther Street.

ACKINSON -- Killed in action in France on October 22, 1918, Rifleman Robert Ackinson (Bobby), Royal Irish Rifles. Ever remembered by his Friend. JOHN FOSTER.

ACKINSON -- Killed in action on October 22, 1918. Rifleman Robert Ackinson. Deeply regretted by his Uncle and Aunt, WILLIAM AND H. M'CULLOUGH. Also his Cousin, R. ACKINSON. 53 Hatton Drive.

ACKINSON -- Killed in action on October 22, 1918. Rifleman Robert Ackinson.
"At the river's crystal brink
Christ shall join each broken link."
Deeply regretted by his Cousins, M. AND J. HOWEY AND J. ACKINSON. 32 Paxton Street.

GILMOUR -- Died in Germany as the result of wounds received in action on September 12, 1918, Rifleman Frank Gilmour (late of Rathfriland and Glasgow), Machine Gun Section, New Zealand Expeditionary Force, aged 29 years. -- Deeply regretted. ALEX. GILMOUR. 46 Madison Avenue, Belfast.

LAVERY -- Killed in action in France on 17th October, 1918, 26071 Private William John Lavery, 5th Batt. Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, dearly-beloved husband of Minnie Lavery, 36 Mayo Street, Belfast.
I have lost my soul companion,
A life linked with my own;
One in hope, in love, and feeling,
Death divides us now alone.
Deeply regretted by his loving Wife.

LAVERY -- Killed in action on 17th October, 1918, 26071 Private William John Lavery, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, dearly-beloved son of Samuel and Margaret Lavery, 24 Crimea Street.
God is good, He'll give me grace
To bear my heavy cross;
He is the only One Who knows
How bitter is my loss.
Inserted by his Father and Mother, Sister and Brother (one of the latter on active service). Also his Aunts, Uncles, Grandmother, and Cousins.

LAVERY -- Killed in action on 17th October, 1918, 26071 Private William John Lavery, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, dearly-beloved son of Samuel and Margaret Lavery, 24 Crimea Street.
"God is good; He'll give me grace to bear my heavy cross;
He is the only one who knows how bitter is my loss."
Inserted by his Father and Mother, Sister and Brothers (one of the latter on active service); also his Aunts, Uncles, Grandmother, and Cousins.

LAVERY -- Killed in action in France on 17th October 1918, 26071 Private William John Lavery, 5th Batt. Royal Iniskilling Fusiliers, dearly-beloved son-in-law of William H. Grainger, 36 Mayo Street, Belfast.
Short and sudden was the call
Of one so dearly loved by all;
It was God's will it must be so,
At His command we all must go.
Deeply regretted by his Father-in-law and Sisters-in-law and Brothers-in-law.

STEELE -- Died of wounds received in action on 22nd October, 1918, 15967 Rifleman James Steele, 15th Batt. R.I.R., beloved husband of Rebina Steele, 9 Perry Street, Belfast.
There is a link death cannot sever,
Fond remembrance lasts for ever.

STEELE -- Died of wounds received in action on 22nd October, 1918, (15967) Rifleman James Steele, 15th Batt. R.I.R., beloved cousin of Eleanor and Elizabeth Holmes, 29 St. Kilda Street.
"Thy purpose, Lord; we cannot see,
But all is well that's done by Thee."

WILLIAMS -- Reported killed on 6th September, 1918 (or since), Richard (Dick) Williams, R.I.R. (late Y.C.V.) youngest son of Thomas Williams, "Ardmore," Westland Gardens, Cliftonville.

Clippings

NAVAL FUNERAL IN BELFAST.

The funeral of Second-Engineer Adam Bruce, R.N.R., of H.M.S. Labour, took place to-day from his late residence, 73 Glasgow Street, Belfast, with full naval honours, the place of interment being Carnmoney Burying-ground.Prior to the removal of the remains and at the graveside, Rev. W.L. Northridge conducted a short, but impressive service.The chief mourners were-Mr. Donald Bruce (father), Messrs. John, Donald, Robert, William, and David Bruce (Brothers): Mr. John Clark, Glasgow (uncle); and J. Cunningham (brother-in-law).

Beautiful floral tributes were received from several organisations and friends.Amongst the general public present were representatives from the Amalgamated Society of Engineers, Castleton Temperance L.O.L. 867, Clifton Temperance L.O.L. 1936, Royal Black Chapter, and Jennymount Methodist Church.

The funeral arrangements were carried out by Messrs Melville & Co., Ltd.

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ON HISTORIC GROUND.

KING GREETS HIS TROUPS.

ENTHUSIASTIC SCENES DESCRIBED.

GENERAL HEADQUARTERS, FRANCE, Monday. -- Exactly fours years ago his Majesty was at St. Omer visiting the Commander-in-Chief of the British Expeditionary Force, then Sir John French (writes the Press Association's special correspondent).This time I had the pleasure of accompanying the party on an extended visit of inspection to various troops and places of interest, the route taken being described roughly as a circle round the Foret de Mormal.

An early start was made from Leboeuf, soon after nine o'clock, and half an hour or so brought us to the town of Bavai, where Divine service was conducted by Bishop Sadlier, of Nelson (N.Z.), who gave a stirring address on the lessons to be drawn from the war to a congregation chiefly composed of overseas officers and men.

Leaving about eleven o'clock, the Royal party passed through the famous fortress town of Maubeuge, inspecting two divisions drawn up on the road beyond the town.

Here, and elsewhere among the numerous troops reviewed during the day, both the King and the Prince of Wales made a point of stopping and conversing with individual soldiers in the line.Now it was a V.C. with five wound stripes, whom his Majesty remembered decorating in England; again a sergeant with a long row of ribbons across his chest, or some man or officer whom the Prince remembered and greeted as an old acquaintance.

Avesnes was the next place of importance on the programme, and here a body of Australian troops was lined up for review.Luncheon was taken in a small chateau in the town, which Hindenburg had formerly used as his headquarters.Here, too, the Kaiser had visited him more than once.After luncheon the King received the Mayor of the town, who remained at his post throughout the German occupation, and had been compelled to collect a heavy fine imposed by the military authorities after the customary German fashion.

At Avesnes, as at all the towns we passed through, there could be no mistake about the hearty enthusiasm of the inhabitants, as well as of the British or Colonial troops, who thronged the streets, but the most striking manifestation was given in the afternoon at the little town of Landrecies, doubly famous as the scene of the Guards' fight in 1914 and for the forcing of the canal on 4th November this year by the 25th Division.

The Royal party left their cars and walked half a mile or more through the crowded streets, cheered vociferously by the double ranks of soldiers on either side.This was no review, but just a happy informal greeting of soldiers to their King.Somehow or other the cars were brought through the dense throng that rolled forward after the procession, and struggled to get near enough for a good view of his Majesty and the two Princes when they halted at the repaired bridge over the canal.

It was a thoroughly British sight, a good-humoured, enthusiastic crowd, who might have been shouting for the sight of some popular hero of the stage or the football field, instead of the most democratic Royalties in Europe.

A short drive further on, and we came to the spot on the road where the Coldstream Guards held up dense masses of the attacking enemy that autumn night more than four years ago.It was an interesting circumstance that positions here were pointed out to the King by two officers who took part in that gallant struggle against overwhelming odds.One, then a major, now commands the Guards' Division.

In the gathering dusk we left Landrecies, passed through Le Quesnoy, and made for home after a day of historic happenings in places already famous in history.

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QUEEN AS AN ACTRESS.

POSES FOR CINEMA DRAMA.

NOVEL ATTRACTION ON FILM.

It is understood that the decision of the a real cinema sensation, even in these democratic days.She will make her debut as a screen actress in "Women Who Won," the film, which is in course of preparation under the auspices of the Women's Service, of whom Lady Frances Balfour is the president.

Her majesty's part in the play was cinematographed during her visit to the Agricultural Hall last Saturday (states the London "Daily Express").The two producers, Mr. Percy Nash and Mr. Fred Durrant, learned only at the last moment that the scene might be filmed.Four taxis had to be chartered to take the operating machines and the electric lights to the Agricultural Hall, and machines and lights were adjusted only just in time.

The Queen's part in the play was to talk for some time with one of the authors, who was supposed to be engaged on aeroplane work.She had previously made herself familiar with the story, and knew exactly the part she was to enact.The scene was set.The operators began to turn their cranks, and the Queen moved easily and gracefully forward to the spot where the heroine of the story was seated.She spoke to the girl for some moments, and then, according to the book, shook her warmly by the hand.Then, to the dismay of the producers, she faded out of the picture before they had finished.The situation was explained by one of the ladies-in-waiting, and with a smile the Queen went forward again and completed the scene.

The story will appeal to all women.It shows how women's service brings happiness and love to those who, on account of misfortune, have to earn their own living.Two negatives of the film, which will be finished about the end of February, are being taken -- one for this country and one for America.

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SUICIDE AFTER INQUIRY.

JUDGE AGAINST COMPENSATION.

At Bow (London) County Court Mrs. Lydia Laura Crafter, a widow, asked for £300 under the Workmen's Compensation Act from Messrs. Estler Brothers, of South Molton Road, Victoria Docks, for the death of her husband by suicide.In February he injured his eye, and for four months gradually became worse and very depressed, and in June he threw himself in front of a train.The jury decided that it was a cause of suicide.

The widow claimed that his suicide was the direct result of the injury to the eye, which had affected his brain.

The defence was that it had nothing to do with it.

Judge Graham said the mere fact of suicide did not raise the probable inference that the injury to the eye was a contributory cause of the suicide.He found for the respondents.

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MAROONING A PREMIER.

CHURCHILL & LIBERAL WHIP.

SEVERE VERBAL CASTIGATION.

The Asquithian Lloyd George breach in the Liberal camp is being widened daily.Candid letters that have passed between Mr. Gulland, the Chief Liberal Whip, and Mr. Winston Churchill will not serve as a healing influence.

Following Mr. Churchill's Dundee speech, Mr. Gulland wrote chiding him for what the

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FIELD OF BATTLE MONUMENT

TO THE FALLEN OF THE ULSTER DIVISION.

3rd LIST OF SUBSCRIPTION.

Amount previously acknowledged. £2,736 17 0
The Most Noble the Marquis of Downshire, per Lord Arthur Hill, Downshire Office, Hillsborough 100 0 0
The Misses Riddel, Beechmount, Falls Road, Belfast 50 0 0
The Right Hon. Lord Glanely, c.o. Messrs. W.J. Tatem, Ltd., Mount Stuart Square, Cardiff 50 0 0
Mrs. A.H. Glendinning, Sans Souci Park, Belfast 50 0 0
John Corbett, Esq., Ardsallagh, Derryvolgie, Belfast 25 0 0
G.W.M. 20 0 0
Mrs. John Rea and Family, Annadale Avenue, Belfast 20 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. W.H. M'Laughlin 20 0 0
Lieut.-Colonel Fred H. Crawford, Victoria Barracks, Belfast 10 10 0
Herbert Johnston, Esq., Martello, Bangor, Co. Down 10 10 0
D.H. Dunseath, Esq., James Street South, Belfast 10 10 0
James M. Thomson, Esq., J.P., Bangor, Co. Down 10 10 0
D.J. Lindsay, Esq., 7 and 9 Donegall Place, Belfast 10 10 0
Arthur Sinton, Esq., Stramore House, Gilford 10 0 0
Dr. and Mrs. Edmund Moore, Asylum House, Letterkenny 10 0 0
Wm. M'Crum, Esq., Milford, Armagh 10 0 0
Messrs. John Gunning & Son, Ltd., Belfast and Cookstown 10 0 0
H.M.C. 10 0 0
W.J. Tennent, Esq., J.P., Rush Park, Whitehouse 10 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. T. Courtenay Shillington, Glenmachen Tower, Strandtown, Belfast 10 0 0
Messrs. William Marshall & Co., Ltd., per A.B. Marshall, Victoria Street, Belfast 10 0 0
James M. Lowenthal, Esq., Windsor Park, Belfast 10 0 0
Capt. and Mrs. D.C. Lindsay, The Quarry House, Strandtown, Co. Down 10 0 0
C.C. Cotton, Esq., Brookfield Cottage, Tennent Street, Belfast 5 5 0
Fred Hoey, Esq., 13 Hill Street, Belfast 5 5 0
Sharman D. Neill, Esq., 22 Donegall Place, Belfast 5 5 0
Dr. and Mrs. R.W. Leslie, St. Helier's, Strandtown, Belfast 5 5 0
Walter Furey, Esq., Artana, Bangor 5 5 0
G.F. Cavendish Clarke, Esq., The Steeple, Antrim 5 5 0
The Hon. Mr. Justice Moore, Moore Lodge, Kilrea 5 5 0
Major-General W.E. Montgomery, Greyabbey, Ulster 5 5 0
Mrs. G.M. Rodgers and Miss Rodgers, Dalkeith, Hawthornden, Knock 5 5 0
W. Muir M'Mullen, Esq., 8 College Gardens, Belfast 5 5 0
Mr. and Mrs. James Hollywood, 130 Albertbridge Road, Belfast 5 5 0
Messrs. David and Gerald Hollywood, 130 Albertbridge Road, Belfast 5 5 0
T.H. Torrens, Esq., Edenmore, Whiteabbey 5 5 0
Joseph Welch, Esq., Dunruadh, Londonderry 5 5 0
Lady M'Dowell, Ventor, Greenisland 5 5 0
W. Laird, Esq., Corn Market, Belfast 5 5 0
Messrs. Leahy, Kelly, and Leahy, Ltd., 2, 4, and 6 Castle Place, Belfast 5 5 0
Miss M. M. Dougan, Millicent Terrace, Portadown 5 5 0
W.H. Darragh, Esq, The Villa, Dungannon 5 5 0
James Greenwood, Esq., 50-52 Great George's Street, Belfast 5 5 0
Edward Platt-Higgins, Esq., Rathcoole, Fortwilliam Park, Belfast 5 5 0
Geo. H. Clark, Esq., Roseville, Lisburn 5 5 0
Geo. Johnston, Esq., 7 Donegall Square West, Belfast 5 5 0
G.R. Black, Esq., 3 James Street South, Belfast 5 5 0
Miss Hume, 54 The Drive, Hove, Sussex, per the Recorder of Belfast 5 0 0
Mrs. Lowry, 54 The Drive, Hove, Sussex, per the Recorder of Belfast 5 0 0
Wm. Wilson, Esq., D.L., Greenfield, Strabane 5 0 0
Mrs. C.E. Webb, Knockwarre, Randalstown 5 0 0
A.L. Ireland, Esq., 17 Malone Park, Belfast 5 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. Hunter Moore, Moore Lodge, Newry 5 0 0
Mrs. Robson, Glenoe, Princetown Road, Bangor 5 0 0
Herbert C. Malcolm, Esq., High Street, Lurgan 5 0 0
Francis Little, Esq., Mountross, Portaferry 5 0 0
M. M. M'Causland, Esq., Drenagh, Limavady 5 0 0
D.Gordon Dickson, Esq., 15 High Street, Belfast 5 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. H. M'Cleery, Oakhill, Dunmurry, Co.Antrim 5 0 0
R. Garrett Campbell Esq., [--?--], Fortwilliam Park, Belfast 5 0 0
Mrs. and the Misses Cahoon, [?] Belgravia, Lisburn Road, Belfast 5 0 0
F.P. Hughes, Esq., Scottish Provident Buildings, Belfast 5 0 0
Samuel Dickson, Esq., Scottish Provident Buildings, Belfast 5 0 0
H.W. M'Bride, Esq., Hyde Park, B'fast 5 0 0
G.L. Young, Esq., Randalstown, County Antrim 5 0 0
Mrs. A.D. M'Ilwaine, Ardkeen, Carnalea, Crawfordsburn 5 0 0
Rev. A.G. Lecky, Ballylennon, Raphoe 5 0 0
Messrs. John Fulton & Co., Ltd., 24-30 Howard Street, Belfast 5 0 0
John Vogan, Esq., 7 Royal Terrace, Belfast 5 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. R.B. Henry, Laurel Lodge, Strandtown, Belfast 5 0 0
Messrs. Hyndman & Co., Ltd., 1 Church Street, Belfast 5 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. George M'Caw, 47 Atlantic Avenue, Belfast 5 0 0
The Right Rev. the Lord Bishop of Down, Colloden, Craigavad 3 3 0
H.M. Jackson, Esq., 40 Arthur Street, Belfast 3 3 0
Messrs. Robert. M'Dowell & Co., Ltd., 14 High Street, Belfast 3 3 0
Messrs. M.R. M'Causland & Co., 13 Waring Street, Belfast 3 3 0
Ireland's 1st Women's L.O.L., per Mrs. Lennox, 36 Melrose Street, Belfast 3 3 0
George C.G. Young, Esq., Braidwater, Ballymena, Co. Antrim 3 3 0
W.H. Phillips, Esq., 3-5 Albert Street, Belfast 3 0 0
J.T. Reade, Esq., 4 Donegall Square North, Belfast 3 0 0
Messrs. Hugh and Henry Trevor Mercer, 3 May Street, Belfast 3 0 0
Mrs. Kate Slacke, Wheatefield, Belfast 3 0 0
John Carmichael Ferrall, Esq., D.L., Augher Castle, Co. Tyrone 3 0 0
The Misses Duffin, Strandtown Lodge, Strandtown 3 0 0
Matron and Nurses of Private Nursing Home, per Miss Dickie, 17 Claremont Street, Belfast 2 10 0
Geo. N. Robinson, Esq., Gortlee, Letterkenny 2 2 0
Capt. R. Watts. Ardnagrena, Strandtown, Belfast 2 2 0
John Pinkerton, Esq., The Cross, Londonderry 2 2 0
J. Hill Dickson, Esq., Ardmore, Ballygowan 2 2 0
E.S. Clarke, Esq., Drumbo Lodge, Lisburn 2 2 0
Dr. and Mrs. J.W. Taylor, 4 Drumalin, University Road, Belfast 2 2 0
James King Kerr, Esq., M.D., J.P., Glenaltans, King's Road, Belfast 2 2 0
James Stevenson, Esq., Knockan, Londonderry 2 2 0
Henry Lowther, Esq., Bishop Street, Londonderry 2 2 0
John Lowther, Esq., 10 Clooney Terrace, Londonderry 2 2 0
2nd Detachment North Belfast Ulster Volunteer Nursing Corps. per Miss E. Hall and Miss A. Murphy 2 2 0
Rev. A. Watson, M.A., 42 Elmwood Avenue, Belfast 2 2 0
Mr. and Mrs. T. Lee, Coondara, Donaghadee 2 2 0
C.B. Lindsay, Esq., 114 Balmoral Avenue, Belfast 2 2 0
Mrs. May, Lissa Villa, Whitehead 2 2 0
J.R. Williams, Esq., 13 Linen Hall Street, Belfast 2 0 0
John M. Shaw,Esq., Corona, Princetown Road, Bangor 2 0 0
William Connison, Esq., Donemana, Co. Tyrone 1 1 0
Mr. and Mrs. Ainsworth Barr, Ravena, Malone Park, Belfast 1 1 0
D.J. Hall, Esq., 10 Hopefield Avenue, Antrim Road, Belfast 1 1 0
Miss Cunningham, Glencairn, Belfast 1 1 0
W.R. Maxwell, Esq., 29 Donegall Street, Belfast 1 1 0
James S. Briggs, Esq., 35 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast 1 1 0
Mrs. Irvine, Prospect Hill, Carrickmines 1 1 0
Harry Richardson, Esq., Edenville, Seacliff Road, Bangor 1 1 0
Arthur M'Keown, Esq., Falcon Buildings, Great Victoria Street, Belfast 1 1 0
Jas. M'Donald, Esq., 6 Royal Avenue, Belfast 1 1 0
Mrs. Kavanagh, Strangemore Terrace, Clifton Park, Belfast 1 1 0
Thomas G. Moore, Esq., 19 Baltic Avenue, Belfast 1 1 0
Lady Winifred Lowry Corry, Castle Coole, Enniskillen 1 1 0
Walter Lindsay, Esq., Ballydown, Banbridge 1 1 0
Thomas Gray, Esq., 74 South Parade, Belfast 1 0 0
David Miskelly, Esq., 44 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast 1 0 0
Rev. T. G. G. Collins, St. James' Rectory, Belfast 1 0 0
R.B. Andrews, Esq., 118 Cliftonpark Avenue, Belfast 1 0 0
John Morrow, Esq., 87-93 Chichester Street, Belfast 1 0 0
Ben Lennox, Esq., 36 Melrose Street, Belfast 0 10 0
Miss Owens, 37 Hopefield Ave., Belfast 0 10 0
Miss I.H. Morrison, High Street, Carrickfergus 0 10 0
TOTAL £3,571 9 0

I beg to acknowledge the foregoing subscriptions, and shall be glad to receive further contributions.

JAMES CRAIG.
Hon. Treasurer.
Old Town Hall, Belfast.

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PRIMARY EDUCATION IN BELFAST.

The representative deputation which waited upon the Belfast City Council on Monday, with reference to the condition of primary education in the city, is another proof of the awakened public conscience on this grave question.In our issue of 27th November we expressed our views at some length on the necessity for sweeping changes. It is unnecessary to reiterate them.We are in hearty agreement, with the findings of the conference of leading citizens which has been investigating the matter, and which were presented to the Corporation yesterday.It will be recalled that some years ago a similar deputation waited on the city fathers and made a strong case for reform.On that occasion Councillor Dempsey at once protested, on behalf of the Roman Catholics, against any proposal by which his co-religionists would have to pay a local education rate.He made the case that as the Roman Catholics had provided sufficient school accommodation for their children they should not be asked to help, by means of a rate, to build schools for Protestant children.History repeated itself yesterday, and Councillor Dempsey once more objected, on behalf of his co-religionists, to local control of education.The objection brings us to the root of he matter at once.The entire difficulty in the way is the sectarian one.We do not minimise, and the deputation does not minimise, the difficulty of the position.Similar difficulties have, it is true, been overcome across the Channel; but the religious difficulty has always been more acute in this country.Roman Catholics watch educational matters very closely, and have invariably shown a determination to retain ecclesiastical control.Many in Belfast still recall the time when Protestant and Roman Catholic boys sat side by side in the same classrooms in the city.The arrangement was a happy one, and it was for the good of both sides.It produced a spirit of toleration and of good will which were manifest in the after-life of those who had the benefit of this intermingling in their early days.But the Church of Rome stepped in and put an end to the arrangement, and the results have not been for the good of the city.We must however, deal with the situation as we find it to-day, and the position is that there are 15,000 children for whom there is no primary school education.How is this state of affairs to be remedied; how is the existing overcrowding to be done away, and how are healthier schools to be provided?The best minds in such varied bodies as the Belfast Chamber of Commerce, Queen's University, Joint Committee of National School Managers, Workers' Educational Association, Juvenile Advisory Committee, Ulster Unionist Labour Association, Belfast Co-operative Society, Belfast National Teachers' Association, Belfast and District Principal Teachers' Association, Belfast Secondary Schools, and the Protestant Churches -- have discussed the question, and come to the conclusion that there must be a local education authority, with power to levy an education rate.Against this scheme there is the opposition of the Roman Catholic Church, as expressed in Bishop MacRory's letter and Councillor Dempsey's speech.The hostility of the Church to local control cannot, however, be allowed to delay reform indefinitely.There is no desire to ride roughshed over the feelings of the Roman Catholic people, and we firmly believe that once the principle were established the details would be worked out without the slightest risk to faith or morals of the Catholics.The Corporation has appointed a committee to deal with the subject, which includes Alderman Byrne, who will vigilantly guard the interests of his co-religionists, and we hope that no time will be lost in dealing with the problem.Legislation will be necessary, but with the strong band of M.P. 's from Ulster, which Sir Edward Carson will lead in the new Parliament, the obtaining of the necessary powers should not be impossible.The Nationalists will oppose them tooth and nail and it will be said that this problem should not be grappled with as a local one, but as a national one.If that attitude is taken up we fear that reform on the lines hoped for will be long in coming.

 

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Belfast Telegraph - 7 December, 1918

Marriages

PUGH--STEWART -- December 2, 1918, at Hamilton Road, Presbyterian Church, Bangor, by the Rev. W. A. Hill, B.A., David Edward, second son of Mr. and Mrs. David Pugh, 23 Penrhiwfer Road, Tonyrefail, South Wales, to Annie M'Clure (Cassie), only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Stewart, Ruthven, Bangor, Co. Down, Ireland.

SHIELS--M'CAHON -- December 5, 1918, at First Presbyterian Church, Kilrea, by Rev. James Stewart, B.A., James Shiels, The Royal Arcade, to Annie J., only daughter of Wm. M'Cahon, The Diamond, Kilrea.

Deaths

ADAMS -- December 5, 1918, Hugh Adams. The remains of my beloved husband will be removed from his late residence, 119 Riga Street, Belfast, for interment in the City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m. MAGGIE ADAMS.

ADAMS -- December 5, 1918, at the Hospital, Purdysburn, Hugh Adams. The remains of our beloved father will be removed from his late residence, 119 Riga Street, on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in the City Cemetery.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Family (four of whom are on active service).

ADAMS -- December 5, 1918, at the Hospital, Purdysburn, Hugh Adams. The remains of our beloved father will be removed from his late residence, 119 Riga Street, at 2.30 p.m., on to-morrow (Sunday), for interment in the City Cemetery. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Daughter and Son-in-law. JOHN AND MARY BRAITHWAITE. 63 Pernau Street.

AMALGAMATED SOCIETY OF CARPENTERS AND JOINERS. -- BELFAST 7th BRANCH.
ADAMS -- Members of above Branch and other Members are requested to attend the funeral of their late respected Member, Hugh Adams.
ED. FERGUS, B.P., JAS. FRENCH, B.S.

BELL -- December 5, 1918, at her residence, 45 Twickenham Street, Annie Jane, dearly-beloved wife of Alexander Bell. Her remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Sunday), at 11 a.m., for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground. Friends will please accept this intimation.
We cannot, Lord, Thy purpose see,
But all is well that's done by Thee.
Deeply regretted by her loving Husband and Family.

BRADEN -- December 6, 1918, at the Infirmary, Lisburn Road, John Braden. Funeral from the above institution on to-morrow (Sunday), at 1.45 p.m., to Dundonald Cemetery.WILLIAM AND C. HULL.71 Aberdeen Street.

BRADY -- December 5, 1918, at her residence, 53 Ballycarry Street, (suddenly), Ann, relict of the late Peter Brady, R.I.C. -- R.I.P. Her remains will be removed, for interment in Milltown Cemetery, on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2 p.m.
Friends will please accept this intimation.
On her soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy.
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Daughters and Son-in-law.

BRADSHAW -- December 6, 1918, at Monree, Donacloney, Robert Albert (Bob), eldest son of William John Bradshaw, 16 Enfield Street. Funeral from his grandfather's residence, Monree, for interment in Donacloney Churchyard, on Monday, 9th inst., at 1 p.m. "Call it not Death, it is Life begun."Deeply regretted.W.J. and MAGGIE BRADSHAW.Also his Grandfather, Aunt and Uncles.

BROWN -- December 6, 1918, at his residence, 30 Glentoran Street, Thomas, dearly-beloved husband of Jane Brown. His remains will be removed from the above address on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m., to Dundonald Cemetery. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.-Deeply regretted.JANE BROWN.

BROWNLEE -- December 6, 1918, at her parents' residence, 31 Kyle Street, Sydenham, Wilhelmina, youngest and dearly-beloved child of Charles and Jane Brownlee. Funeral on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m., to Dundonald Cemetery. -- Deeply regretted.

BUNTING -- December 7, 1918, at his residence, Harmony Place, Jordanstown, John Bunting. His remains will be removed from his late residence, on Monday, 9th inst., at 2 p.m., for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Daughters and Sons-in-law.
AGNES and WILLIAM STEWART. MARTHA and THOMAS REA. MINNIE and JOSEPH SMYTH.

BELFAST OPERATIVE HOUSE AND SHIP PAINTERS' TRADE UNION.
BURROWS -- Members are requested to attend the funeral of their late esteemed Member, Alexander Burrows.
JOHN GEDDIS, President. WILLIAM M'KENZIE, Secretary.

DUGAN -- November 12, 1918, at Winnipeg, Canada (of pneumonia), Martha, youngest daughter of the late William and Letitia Dugan, Drumbeg. Interred in Brookside Cemetery.Inserted by her loving Brother and Sister-in-law.GEORGE AND KATE DUGAN, 3 Chapel Hill, Lisburn.

EDGAR -- December 7, 1918, at Mount Pleasant, Richhill (from pneumonia), Alicia Jane, third daughter; also David Samuel Calander, eldest son of David and Evelyn Edgar. Funeral private. No flowers. -- Sadly missed.

FREELAND -- December 7, 1918, at his residence, 10 Hanover Street, Portadown, Constable George Freeland, R.I.C. Interment notice later.

GIVEN -- December 6, 1918, at Waterford Terrace, Coleraine, Matthew Given, (late Director, R.H. & S. Rogers, Limited, London and Coleraine). Funeral on Monday, 9th inst., at 2.p.m., to Coleraine Cemetery.

HAMILTON -- December 6, 1918, at his residence, Havelock Cottage, Warrenpoint, William Hamilton (late of Ballymabaggett, Lurgan). Funeral on to-morrow (Sunday), at 10 a.m., to Donacloney Burying-ground, passing through Banbridge at 1 p.m.

HARPER -- December 6, 1918 (of influenza), at Hospital, Lisburn Road, Hugh, the beloved husband of Agnes Harper (late of Lisnalinchy). His remains will be removed from his residence, 69 Osborne Street, on Monday, 9th inst., at 11 a.m., for interment in Carnmoney. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family.

J. PIM THOMPSON MASONIC LODGE, No. 349.
HARPER -- Members of above Lodge and other Brethren are requested to attend the funeral of their highly-respected Brother, Hugh Harper, J.W. Elect, from 69 Osborne Street, on Monday, 9th inst., at 11 a.m.
W. ROWAN, W.M., W. CALVERT, P.M., Secretary

HARRISON -- December 5, 1918, at Infirmary, Lisburn Road, Sarah, daughter of the late James Harrison, Castlereagh. Funeral on Monday, 9th inst., at 10 a.m., to Castlereagh.

HERRON -- November 11, 1918, at Melstone, Montana, U.S.A. (suddenly, of pneumonia), Margaret (Maggie), wife of Robert Herron, and youngest daughter of Thomas and the late Elizabeth Sloan, 21 Castlereagh Street, Belfast.Until the day break and the shadows flee away.THOMAS SLOAN.

HOLLAND -- December 6, 1918, at her residence, 337 Newtownards Road, Adelaide, dearly-beloved daughter of the late Joseph and M.A. Holland, Holland House, Knock. Her remains will be removed from her late residence on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Dundonald.Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Sisters,E.J. DICKSON AND M.A. MORRISON.

HUNTER -- December 6, 1918, at his residence, 20 Magdala Street, Belfast, Alexander Hunter (formerly of Downhill, Co. Derry). The remains of my beloved husband will be removed from the above address on Monday, 9th inst., at 10 a.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery, Belfast. Friends will please accept this intimation.MARY HUNTER.

HUTTON -- December 4th, 1918, at 27 Central St., Ellen, dearly-beloved wife of Private Michael Hutton. Funeral on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m., to City Cemetery.Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband, Daughter, and Son (the latter on active service).

ALBERTBRIDGE CHURCH TOTAL ABSTINENCE L.O.L. 987
JACKSON -- The Members of above Lodge are requested to attend the funeral of their respected Brother, Wm. Jackson (late of 31 Jocelyn Avenue), on to-morrow (Sunday).
WM. J. MAWHINNEY, W.M., WM. J. M'MULLAN, Secretary.

KING -- December 7, 1918, at the Hospital, Lisburn Road, Mary King, dearly-beloved wife of William King. Her remains will be removed from her residence, 2 Naples Street, for interment in City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Sunday), at 1.30 p.m.Deeply regretted by her Husband and five Children.

MATTISON -- Charles, the dearly-beloved son of Anna and the late Charles Mattison, of 33 Combermere Street, Belfast.Deeply regretted by his loving Mother, Brothers, and Sister. Also his Sister and Brother-in-law. LIZZIE AND SANDY JARDINE, 35 Combermere Street, Belfast.

MILLS -- December 7, 1918, at her residence, 174 Connsbrook Avenue, Mary, the beloved wife of Alexander Mills. Her remains will be removed from above address, for interment in the City Cemetery, on Monday, at 2.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by her Husband and Family. ALEXANDER MILLS.

CITY OF BELFAST MALE CHOIR.
MILLS -- Members of the above Choir are earnestly requested to attend the funeral of the mother of their respected Member, Alexander Mills.
ROBERT YOUNG, Chairman. JAMES GUNNING, Secretary.

M'CONNELL -- December 6, 1918, at her parents' residence, 22 The Crescent, Mossley, Agnes M'Connell. The remains of our dearly-beloved daughter will be removed, for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground, on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.Deeply regretted by her Father, Mother, Brothers, and Sisters.ROBERT AND MARGARET M'CONNELL.

M'CONNELL -- December 6, 1918, at her parents' residence, 22 The Crescent, Mossley, Agnes M'Connell. The remains of our beloved sister will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground.Gone to be with Christ, which is far better.Inserted by her sorrowing Sister and Brother-in-law.SUSANNA AND FRANK WILSON.

M'CONNELL -- December 6, 1918, at her parents' residence, 22 The Crescent, Mossley, Agnes M'Connell. The remains of our beloved sister will be removed for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground, on to-morrow (Sunday at 2.30 p.m.
Peaceful be thy rest, dear sister,
'Tis sweet to breathe thy name;
In life we loved you very dear,
In death: we'll do the same.
Inserted by her sorrowing Sisters and Brothers.

M'CONNELL -- December 6, 1918, at her parents' residence, 22 The Crescent, Mossley, Agnes M'Connell. The remains of my beloved sister will be removed for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground, on to-morrow (Sunday at 2.30 p.m.
Not dead to those who loved her,
Not lost, but gone before;
She lives with us in memory still,
And will for evermore.
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Brother and Sister-in-law, SAMUEL and BESSIE M'CONNELL.

M'KEE -- December 6, 1918, at his mother's residence, 4 Sagimor Gardens, Bloomfield, Charles Henry (Harry), the dearly-loved husband of Sadie M'Kee (late of 227 Newtownards Road). Funeral from above address on to-morrow, (Sunday), at 2.p.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. -- Safe in the arms of Jesus.Inserted by his loving Wife and Children.

M'KEE -- December 5, 1918, at his mother's residence, 4 Sagimor Gardens, Bloomfield, Charles Henry (Harry), late 227 Newtownards Road. His remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2 p.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. Deeply regretted.

M'KINLEY -- December 6, 1918, at his parents' residence, 19 Downing Street, Joseph (wee Joe), dearly-beloved son of Joseph and Lizzie M'Kinley. His remains will be removed, for interment in the City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Sunday), at 3 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation.JOSEPH AND LIZZIE M'KINLEY

M'QUILLAN -- December 6, 1918, at The Hospital, Dublin Road, Lisburn, Georgina, only and dearly-loved daughter of George and Mary Frances M'Quillan. Funeral from her parents' residence, Ballynalargy, Moira, on to-morrow (Sunday), at 3 p.m., for interment in Broomhedge Churchyard. Friends will please accept this intimation.Deeply regretted.

M'ROBERTS -- December 6, 1918, at his mother's residence, 5 Northumberland Street, Francis W. M'Roberts (late R.I.R.), seventh surviving son of Sarah A. and the late James M'Roberts. His remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m. (with military honours), for interment in Shankill Graveyard. Friends will please accept this intimation.S.A. M'ROBERTS.

OLDCROFT -- December 7, 1918, at the Infirmary, Lisburn Road, Jane A. Oldcroft. Her remains will be removed from the residence of her nephew, 70 Donegall Road, for interment in Dundonald Cemetery, on Monday, at 2.30 p.m. Inserted by her sorrowing Sister, CHARLOTTE LENDRUM. AlsoGEORGE AND L. LENDRUM.

O'HARA -- November 13, 1918 (suddenly), at his residence, 6320 13th Avenue, Seattle, U.S.A., Robert, the dearly-beloved husband of Julia O'Hara, and son of the late Robert and Sarah O'Hara, 245 Cambrai Street, Belfast.Deeply regretted.SARAH O'HARA

O'NEILL -- December 7, 1918, at her residence, 36 Newington Avenue, Margaret Josephine (Maggie), the youngest daughter of the late Hugh and Teresa O'Neill. -- R.I.P. Her remains will be removed from the above address on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2 p.m., for interment in Milltown Cemetery.On whose soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy.Deeply regretted by her Brothers and Sisters.CHARLES O'NEILL.

O'NEILL -- December 7, 1918, at her residence, 36 Newington Avenue, Margaret Josephine (Maggie), the youngest daughter of the late Hugh and Teresa O'Neill. -- R.I.P. Her remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2 p.m., for interment in Milltown Cemetery.On whose soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy.Deeply regretted by her Brother and Sister-in-law.EDWARD AND KATIE O'NEILL,28 Canning Street

QUAYLE -- December 5, 1918, at his father's residence, Lough View, Strangford, Harold O., eldest son of Herbert F. Quayle. Funeral on to-morrow (Sunday), at 3 p.m., to Ballyculter Parish Church.

PORTAFERRY MASONIC LODGE, No. 104.
QUAYLE -- Members of above Lodge and other Brethren are requested to attend the funeral of their late J.W., Br. Harold O. Quayle, Strangford.
JAMES KENNEDY CRONNE, W.M., W. G. STUART, P.M., Secretary.

PORTAFERRY ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER No. 104.
QUAYLE -- Members of above R.A.C. and other Companions are requested to attend the funeral of their late C.S. Elect, Companion Harold O. Quayle, Strangford.
WILLIAM CAVAN, E.K., W. G. STUART, P.K. Registrar.

QUIREY -- December 6, 1918, at her residence, Seaview Terrace, Whiteabbey, Sarah, daughter of the late Robt. Quirey, Ballyhone, Monkstown. Her remains will be removed from above address, for interment in Carnmoney, on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. HANNAH QUIREY.

RODGERSON -- December 1, 1918 (suddenly), at the Royal Victoria Hospital, George, the fourth surviving and dearly-loved son of the late Capt. and Agnes Rodgerson. His remains were removed from 188 Ormeau Road on 4th December 1918, and interred in Cool Glebe Churchyard, Carnmoney. Deeply regretted by his Brother and Sister. W. J. AND MARTHA EDMUNDSON.

SAVAGE -- December 4, 1918, at Military Hospital, Herne Bay, Driver J. Savage, dearly-beloved husband of Louie Savage. His remains will be removed from his father's residence, 11 Strand Street, Holywood, on to-morrow (Sunday), at 3 p.m., for interment in Holywood Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation.
We cannot, Lord, Thy purpose see,
But all is well that's done by Thee.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and two little Children.

SAVAGE -- December 4, 1918, at Military Hospital, Herne Bay, Driver J. Savage, dearly-beloved son of William and the late Margaret Savage. His remains will be removed from his father's residence, 11 Strand Street, Holywood, on to-morrow (Sunday), at 3 p.m., for interment in Holywood Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation.
'Tis hard to break the tender cord
When love has bound the heart;
'Tis hard, so hard to speak the words,
We for a time must part.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father and Sisters, Mary, Lily, and Maggie.

SCOTT -- December 6, 1918, at her son-in-law's residence, 181 Durham Street, Mary, widow of the late William Scott, Drumshannon, Newbliss, Co. Monaghan. The remains of our dear mother will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by her Sons, Daughters, and Son-in-law.FRANCIS AND MARTHA BEATTIE.American papers please copy.

STEELE -December 6, 1918, at her son's residence, 11 Tavanagh Street, Martha, widow of the late John Steele, Londonderry. The remains of my dearly-loved mother will be removed from above address, for interment in City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m. -- Deeply regretted.JOSEPH SCOTT.

DIXON MEMORIAL L.O.L. 1213.
STEELE -- The Officers and Members are requested to attend the funeral of the mother of their esteemed Brother, Joseph Scott, from 11 Tavanagh Street, on to-morrow (Sunday), at 2.30 p.m.
G. CRAIG, W.M., W. CROTHERS, Secretary.

THOMPSON -- December 6, 1918, at her residence, 50 Carlisle Street, Matilda Nicholl, beloved wife of James Thompson, and dear mother of Mrs. George T. Cox, 55 Eglinton Street. Interment in Templepatrick Burying-ground on to-morrow (Sunday). Funeral private. JAMES THOMPSON.

WALLACE -- December 6, 1918, at her parents' residence, 34 Harrison Street, Annie, the dearly-beloved daughter of James and Jane Wallace. Her remains will be removed from above address, on Monday, 9th inst., at 2 p.m., for interment in Shankill Burying-ground. Friends will please accept this intimation."Thy Will be Done."Inserted by her sorrowing Father, Mother, Sister and Brothers (two of the latter on active service).

WILSON -- Accidentally drowned, Robert John Wilson, second son of the late John Wilson. Funeral from his mother's residence, 97 Maryville Street, at 2.30 p.m., on to-morrow (Sunday), to Dundonald Cemetery. MARY WILSON.

Thanks

Mr. THOMAS BECKETT desires to thank the many friends who sympathised with him in his recent sad bereavement; especially the men of the Caulking Department, Queen's Island, and the neighbours of Leopold Street; also Mrs. M'Cormick, Broom Street, for their beautiful wreaths. 187 Leopold Street.

Mrs. BINGHAM (widow of the late Thomas A. Bingham), Mr. and Mrs. BINGHAM (father and mother) and Family desire to return thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their sad bereavement; also to those who sent floral tributes, especially Messrs. Warnock's Ltd., Royal Avenue, and the officers and members of Gideon's Followers' L.O.L. 2022. Trusting this acknowledgement will be accepted by all.
ETHEL BINGHAM, "Murraholme," Westland Gardens, Cliftonville.
JAMES A. AND ISABELLA BINGHAM and Family, 2 "Mount View," Lower Windsor Avenue.

Mr. T. W. BLEAKLEY and Family desire to thank the many kind friends, especially the members of Ormeau Road Church Choir, who sympathised with them and sent floral tributes on the occasion of the death of a loving wife and the fondest of mothers, and trust this acknowledgment will be accepted by all. 80 Carmel Street, Belfast.

Mr. DOWNEY and Family desire to return their sincere thanks to the many friends and neighbours who so kindly sympathised with them in their recent and very sad bereavement; also to those who sent telegrams, letters, and floral tributes. -- Station House, Glynn.

Mrs. GRAY and the Sons and Daughters of the late Robert Gray desire to return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; especially the Staff and Employes of Messrs. Lindsay, Thompson, and Co., Mulhouse Works; also the George Andrews Masonic Lodge 258 and Royal Arch Chapter 250 for their beautiful floral tributes. They also wish to express their sincere thanks to all those who sent letters of condolence. Hoping this will be accepted by all, as it would be impossible to reply to each individually.

WM. GREENFIELD and Family desire to return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, especially those who sent letters of condolence. Hoping this will be accepted by all. -- 42 Parkmount Street.

Miss KERNAGHAN and Brothers desire to return their sincere thanks to all those who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, especially Mrs. Hunter and family for beautiful wreath. Hoping this will be accepted by all. -- 169 Snugville Street.

Mr. and Mrs. MULHALL and Family desire to return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends and sympathisers in Belfast, Downpatrick, and Ardglass in the death of their dear son James, and also to many who sent wreaths. Hoping this will be accepted by all. -- Ardglass.

Mrs. LOCKHART and Family return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends and neighbours who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement; also to those who sent floral tributes and letters of condolence. Hoping this acknowledgment will be accepted by all. -- 61 Willowbank Street.

Mr. and Mrs. JAMES NELSON and Family desire to express their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; also to those who sent letters of condolence. They gratefully acknowledge the beautiful wreaths sent by her fellow-workers in the Ulidia Clothing Company; also teachers of Ballymaconnell Sabbath School. Hoping this will be accepted by all.Ballymaconnell, Bangor

Miss OWENS desires to thank all the kind friends who sympathised with her on the occasion of the death of her niece.High Street, Ballynahinch, 7th Dec., 1918.

Mrs. PIERCE desires to return her sincere thanks to the many friends who so kindly sympathised with her in her sad bereavement: also to the workers of Messrs. Ewart's Weaving Department for their beautiful wreath; and also to thank those who sent beautiful floral tributes. Trusting this acknowledgment will be accepted by all. 157 Silvio Street.

Mrs. TONER and Family wish to return most sincere thanks to their many kind friends who, by their presence, letters, and telegrams, sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, and trust this will be accepted by all as a grateful acknowledgment. 103 and 105 Cavendish Street.

Mr. and Mrs. WILLIS desire to thank the many kind friends and neighbours who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement through the death of their infant son, especially his namesake for his beautiful floral tribute, and all those who sent letters of sympathy. Hoping this acknowledgment will be accepted by all. 59 Sydney Street West.

Mrs. WILSON and Family desire to return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; especially to the employees of Messrs. S. D. Bell, Knock; also the members of Ballyhackamore Working Men's Institute for their beautiful wreaths, and to the other friends who so kindly sent floral tributes. They also wish to express their thanks to all who sent letters of condolence. Hoping this will be accepted by all as they find it impossible to reply to each individually. 330 Upper Newtownards Road.

In Memoriam.

ARMSTRONG -- In loving memory of my dear husband, Alexander Armstrong, who departed this life on December 7, 1916, and was interred in Bangor New Cemetery.
Ever remembered by his loving Wife and Family. M.A. ARMSTRONG, 48 Southwell Road, Bangor.

LUNDY -- In loving memory of Archibald Roxborough (Archie) Lundy, dearly-loved son of the late Robert Lundy and Mrs. Lundy, 13 Jubilee Avenue, who passed away on December 7, 1916, and was interred Carnmoney Cemetery.
Jesus called him, he was ready
For that home so bright and fair;
Up among the angels
He is waiting for us there.
Sadly missed by his loving Mother and Brother, 13 Jubilee Avenue, Belfast.

MACKIE -- In fond and loving memory of our dear daughter Aggie, who departed this life on December 7, 1916; also our dear son Bob, who departed this life on December 29, 1915. Both interred in Holywood Cemetery.
For our loss we must not weep,
Nor our loved ones long to keep
From the home of rest and peace,
Where all sin and sorrow cease.
Ever remembered by their loving Father, Mother, Brothers, and Sister. 16 High Street, Holywood.

MARTIN -- In fond and loving memory of my dear wife, Jane Martin, who departed this life 8th December, 1912, and was interred in Dundonald Cemetery. MOSES MARTIN. 22 Ligoniel Road.

M'KEE -- In loving memory of my dear husband Wilson H. M'Kee, who departed this life on 7th December, 1909, and was interred in the family burying-ground, Bangor.
Days of sadness still come o'er us,
Hidden tears do often flow;
For memory keeps that loved one near us
Although he died nine years ago.
'Tis sweet to know we'll meet again,
When parting is no more,
And that the one we dearly loved
When parting is no more.
Fondly remembered by his loving Wife and Family.
MARY M'KEE, 27 and 29 Gray's Hill, Bangor.

M'MINN -- In fond and loving remembrance of my dear husband, Robert M'Minn, who departed this life on the 8th December, 1915; also my dear son, William J., who died on the 21st June, 1910. Both were interred in Carnmoney Burying-ground.
Ever remembered by his loving Wife and Family. MARGARET M'MINN. 4 Southport Street.

PHILLIPS -- In loving memory of my dear husband, John George Phillips, who departed this life on December 7, 1917, and was interred in City Cemetery.
Weep not, dear wife, nor wish me back,
I am now from pain set free;
And in my Jesus' arms I rest,
Where I have longed to be.
Two Sons on active service
Cork papers please copy.

PRESTON -- In sad and loving memory of my dear son, Richard (Dick), youngest son of Margaret and the late Wm. Preston, accidentally killed at Halifax Harbour on 8th December, 1917.
Ever remembered by his loving Mother, MARGARET PRESTON, 25 Auburn Street.
Also his Aunt EMILY HEGAN, 226 Roden Street.

SINGLETON -- In sad and loving memory of our dear son Samuel who fell asleep in Jesus on 7th December, 1917, and was interred in City Cemetery.
Gone from among us, O how we miss him,
Loved him so dearly, his memory we keep;
Never while life lasts will we forget him,
Dear to our hearts is the place where he sleeps.
Sadly missed by his sorrowing Father, Mother, Sisters, and Brother. ROBERT AND MARGARET SINGLETON, 136 Woodstock Road.

THOMPSON -- In loving memory of our dear mother, Agnes Thompson, who departed this life on the 8th December, 1917, and was interred in Movilla Graveyard.
Fondly remembered by her loving Sons and Daughter-in-law. WILLIAM GILBERT AND MINNIE THOMPSON, 2 Summerhill Street.

THOMPSON -- In loving memory of my dear wife Agnes Cairns, who departed this life on 8th December, 1917, and was interred in Movilla Burying-ground
Ever remembered by her sorrowing Husband, Sons, and Daughters, WM. THOMPSON. 7 Dewey Street, Belfast.

For King And Country.

KERR -- 8305 Private Patrick Kerr, 1st Batt. Irish Guards, posted wounded and missing since October 9, 1917, now officially reported killed on that date.
On his soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy. Deeply regretted by his Father, Mother, Sister, and Brothers, 56 Pound Street, Belfast.

TONER -- Killed in action on 8th October, 1918, 4598 Pte. William Toner, 5th Connaught Rangers, youngest son of Francis Toner, Dundrum, Co. Down. -- R.I.P.
Inserted by his loving Father, Brothers, and Sisters (two Brothers still serving). Also his Sister Minnie, 46 Madrid Street.

Our Heroes -- In Memoriam.

STEWART -- In sad but loving memory of our dear son, Lance-Corporal Thomas G. Stewart (13653), 8th Batt. R.I. Rifles, killed in action on the 8th December, 1916.
In an unknown grave across the sea,
In a far-off distant land,
Lies the one we loved so dear to us --
A soldier and a man.
Some day, some time, our eyes shall see
The face we loved so well;
Some day we'll clasp his loving hand
And never say farewell.
One of the unreturnable heroes.
Fondly remembered by his Father, Mother, Brothers, and wee Niece. 23 Lower Mount Street, Belfast.

TOPPING -- In fond and loving memory of my dearly-beloved husband, Rifleman Isaac Topping, 11/13 R.I.R., who was killed in action on 8th December, 1917 (late of 63 Broadbent Street)
Some may think that I forget you
If at times I'm apt to smile,
But they little know the sorrow
'Neath the surface all the while.
Ever remembered by his loving Wife. A.TOPPING, and Family, James, Lily, and Samuel.
American papers please copy.

WRIGHT -- In sad and loving memory of my dear husband, Rifleman Samuel Wright, D. Company, 10th Batt. Royal Irish Rifles, killed in action on 7th December, 1915. Interred in Sorricee Cemetery, France.
He's gone from earth, and into glory,
We're severed only "till He come!"
Inserted by his sorrowing Wife and little Children; also his eldest son, Bob (serving with the Royal Air Force). JANE WRIGHT. 141 Matilda Street.

Clippings

FIELD OF BATTLE MONUMENT.

TO THE FALLEN OF THE ULSTER DIVISION.

4th LIST OF SUBSCRIPTIONS.

 

Amount previously published £3,571 9 0
Wm. Marshall & Co., Ltd., entered in last list as £10 0s 0d, and should have been £10 10s 0d; And R D. Andrews, £1 0s 0d, instead of £1 1s 0d 0 11 0
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£3,572 0 0
Capt. Herbert Dixon, Wilmont, Belfast 100 0 0
Major Daniel Dixon, Killeen, Fortwilliam Park, Belfast 100 0 0
Eric C. Lindsay, Esq., Kilbroney House, Kilbroney, Rostrevor, Co. Down 50 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. O.B. Graham, Larchfield, Lisburn, Co. Down 50 0 0
Capt. C. C. Craig, M. P., Royal Avenue Hotel, Belfast 25 0 0
W. J. Hurst, Esq., Drumaness, Ballynahinch, Co. Down 25 0 0
Messrs. Thomas M'Mullan & Co., Victoria Street, Belfast 25 0 0
Messrs. James & Thomas F. Mackie, Albert Foundry, Belfast 21 0 0
W. E. Hurt, Esq.,Kilderry, Londonderry 20 0 0
W. A. Smyth, Esq., Belmont, Banbridge 10 10 0
Mr. and Mrs Arthur Gregg, Farmleigh, Belfast 10 10 0
Messrs. W. Adams & Co., Ltd., Adelaide Street and Donegall Road Factory, Belfast 10 10 0
Mr. and Mrs. N. Macnaughton, Dundarave, Malone Park, Belfast 10 10 0
Right Hon. Lord Dunleath, Ballywalter Park, Ballywalter, Co. Down 10 10 0
Walter P. Allen, Esq., Nunsquarter, Kirenbbin, Co. Down 10 10 0
F. W. Balmer, Esq., 26 Ann Street, Belfast 10 10 0
James F. Ward, Esq., 13 Wellington Place, Belfast 10 10 0
Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Wilson, Hockley Lodge, Armagh 10 0 0
Charles Johnston, Esq., Beechcote, Portadown 10 0 0
Thomas G. Sinton, Esq., Laurel Vale, Tandragee, Ireland 10 0 0
Grand Royal Archpurple Chapter, per T. Lavery, Newtownards, Co. Down 10 0 0
Rev. David and Mrs. Miller, Drumaill, Armagh 10 0 0
Alexander Finlay, Esq., Willesden, Holywood, Co. Down 10 0 0
Colonel R. Spencer Chichester, Moyola Park, Castledawson, Co. Derry 10 0 0
Earnest A. Boas, Esq., The Loop Bridge Weaving Co., Ltd., Lismore St., Belfast 10 0 0
Members of St. Michael's [-- ? --] Church, Shankill Road, Belfast, per Rev. Jas. Quinn, St. Michael's Rectory, Ballygomartin Road 5 5 9
Messrs. John M'Kibbin & Son, Ltd., per J. M'Kibbin, 7 Waring St., Belfast 5 5 0
William Shaw, Esq., Martello House, Holywood 5 5 0
Mrs. Annie M'Mullan, Richmond, Lennoxvale 5 5 0
J. Walter Brown, Esq., M. D., Windsor Avenue, Belfast 5 5 0
John Thompson, Esq., Mountcollyer, Malone, Belfast 5 5 0
J. H. Rodgers, Esq., Strandtown, Belfast 5 5 0
W. S. Kingan, Esq., Glenanagh, Bangor 5 5 0
Savile C. Hardy, Esq., 16 College Gardens, Belfast 5 5 0
R. Lee Hogg, Esq., Magherabuoy House, near Portrush 5 5 0
Lt.-Col. J. C. Fullerton, Glencairn, Ramelton, Co. Donegal 5 5 0
Mrs. F. R. Lepper, Elsinore, Crawfordsburn, Co. Down 5 5 0
T. M. Greer, Esq., Solicitor, Ballymoney, Co. Antrim 5 5 0
Charles H. Richardson, Esq., Cedarhurst, Newtownbreda, Co. Down 5 5 0
Messrs. W. J. Shaw & Sons, Ltd., Templemore Avenue, Belfast 5 5 0
Thomas L. Hardy, Esq., 10 and 12 Grosvenor Road, Belfast 5 5 0
William Coote, Esq., Clogher, Co. Tyrone 5 5 0
James Tate, Esq., 7 and 9 Royal Avenue, Belfast 5 5 0
Francis G. White, Esq., Packolet, Ballyardle, Co. Down 5 5 0
Stanley Ferguson, Esq., Ulster Bank, Belfast 5 5 0
The Misses Paul, Ardbraccan, Adelaide Park, Belfast 5 5 0
Mrs. E. Walker, Fintona, Co. Tyrone 5 5 0
James Dickson, Esq., D. L., Miltown House, Dungannon 5 5 0
Mr. and Mrs. Stuart C. Kelly, Ethelbert, Strandtown, Belfast 5 5 0
John K. Scott, Esq., 9 and 11 Church Street, Belfast 5 5 0
Mr. and Mrs. John Sinclair, 43 Franklin Street, Belfast 5 0 0
T. R. Lavery, Esq., Newtownards, Co. Down 5 0 0
Messrs. Allen & Turtle, per G. B.,Henry Street Factory, Belfast 5 0 0
Mr. Hamilton, Sunnyside, Whitehouse, Co. Antrim 5 0 0
A. S. Reade, Esq., J. P., Fairgrove, Muckamore, Co. Antrim 5 0 0
Mrs. J. R. Smyth, Brookfield, Banbridge 5 0 0
Mrs. Clara M. Inglis, Miramar, Cultra, Co. Down 5 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. Travers, 91 Myrtlefield Park, Belfast 5 0 0
James Cleland, Esq., Tobar Mhuire, Crossgar 5 0 0
Howard Ferguson, Esq., Edenderry House, Banbridge 5 0 0
James A. Craig, Esq., M. B., F.R.C.S., 11 University Square, Belfast 5 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Archdale, Riversdale, Ballinamallard, Co. Fermanagh 5 0 0
Richard Garratt, Esq., Rialto, Holywood, Co. Down 5 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. Geo. C. Macrory, Dunmurry House, Dunmurry 5 0 0
Miss Y. Wilson, Ardgreenan, Cave Hill Road, Belfast 5 0 0
Harold V. Coates, Esq., Clonallon, Strandtown 5 0 0
John Compton, Esq., Umgola, Armagh 5 0 0
James M'Connell, Esq., 35 Waring Street, Belfast 5 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. M'Gusty, 35 Leeson Park, Dublin 5 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. Marks, Roselyn, Deramore Drive, Belfast 5 0 0
Messrs. John K. Wilson & Co., Ltd., Belfast 5 0 0
Clarence Craig, Esq., Tyrella, Clough, Co. Down 5 0 0
M. Gordon, Esq., Dunarnon, 215 University Road, Belfast 5 0 0
W. M'Calla, Esq., 41 and 43 Victoria St.,Belfast 5 0 0
Edward Weir, Esq., Ballymacteer, Lurgan 5 0 0
C. T. Londell, Esq., 5 Howard Street, Belfast 5 0 0
F. Charles Cowdy, Esq., Edenderry Lodge, Banbridge 5 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Brand, Donegall Place, Belfast 5 0 0
J. Porter, Esq., D. L., Belle Isle, Lisbellaw, Co. Fermanagh 5 0 0
Roland Pears, Esq., Woodlands, Holywood, Co. Down 5 0 0
Capt. R. W. Pearson, 19th Corps, Headquarters, A.S.C., M.T., B.E.F. 5 0 0
Messrs. A. H. R. Carr & Co., 22a Donegall Place, Belfast 5 0 0
James B. Doake, Esq., Glenlagan, Dromara, Co. Down 5 0 0
William Hume, Esq., Ardvara, Cultra, Co. Down 5 0 0
Sir Lionel M'Mahon, Bart. D.L., Mountfield Lodge, Omagh, Co. Tyrone 5 0 0
Lt.-Col. A. B. Mitchell, M. B., F.R.C.S., 18 University Square, Belfast 3 3 0
Gen. Sir Hubert de la Poer Gough, K.C.V., K.V.O., per Mr. Jas. M'Connell, Belfast 3 3 0
M. Wylie, Esq., LL.D., 11 Chichester Street, Belfast 3 3 0
Geo. Crozier, Esq., Victoria House, Armagh 3 3 0
Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Shaw, The Square, Comber, Co. Down 3 3 0
Miss J. B. Smyth, Brookefield, Banbridge 3 0 0
In Memory of W. H., E. H., and G. B. H., per R. Tougher, Esq. 3 0 0
Mrs. M. M'Clure, 8 Beechwood Avenue, Londonderry 3 0 0
H. Craig Houston, Esq., (in Memory of B. M.), 2 Fortwilliam Terrace, Belfast 2 2 0
B. B. Stevenson, Esq., Stalbein, Hawthornden Road, Knock 2 2 0
W. Joseph Stokes, Esq., Bedford Street, Belfast 2 2 0
Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Walkington, 111 Marlborough Park, Belfast 2 2 0
James A. Roden, Esq., c/o Rosborough & Co., Ferryquay Street, Londonderry 2 2 0
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Elwood, 32 Adelaide Park, Belfast 2 2 0
J. Bradley, Esq., Haypark, Knock 2 2 0
Miss Jane Walkington, Tievederg, Osborne Gardens, Belfast 2 2 0
John Cleaver, Esq., Dunraven, Belfast 2 2 0
Mrs. H. R. Done, Glenanagh, Bangor, Co. Down 2 2 0
Mrs. M. Macnaughton, Merlin, 9 Deramore Drive, Belfast 2 2 0
Mrs. Eliza Malcolm, Bengal Place, Lurgan 2 2 0
John B. Frith, Esq., The Cross, Enniskillen 2 2 0
Mr. and Mrs. W. Mullen, Lindisfarne, Marlborough Park, N. Ave., Belfast 2 2 0
Alfred F. Sinton, Esq., Laurel Vale, Tandragee, Co. Armagh 2 2 0
Mr. and Mrs. C. Stevenson, 59 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast 2 2 0
David Pedlow, Esq., Church Place, Lurgan 2 2 0
Stuart Versehoyle, Esq., Tullycleagh, Ballinamallard, Co. Fermanagh 2 2 0
J. M. M'Cullv, Esq., Ulster Bank, Dromore, Co. Down 2 2 0
Messrs. Hamilton, Huston & Co., Ltd., 11 Montgomery Street, Belfast 2 2 0
James G. M. Harvey, Esq., Crelorne, Londonderry 2 2 0
Rev. and Mrs. Jas. Knowles, Richmond House, Antrim Road, Belfast 2 0 0
Mrs. H. A. Head, Ferry Quarter, Strangford 2 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. T. A. King, 83 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast 2 0 0
The Misses E. and I. Halliday, per R. Tougher, Esq. 2 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. Edwards, 278 Antrim Road, Belfast 2 0 0
Mrs. T. H. Richardson, Provincial Bank House, Newry 2 0 0
R. B. Hardy, Esq., 7 Royal Avenue, Belfast 2 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Hill Coates, Seacliff, Bangor, Co. down 2 0 0
Miss Florence S. M'Clure, 8 Beechwood Avenue, Londonderry 2 0 0
Mrs. Geo. Wheeler, Thornhill Gardens, Marlborough Park, Belfast 1 1 0
Miss Lawson, Ardaragh House, Newry 1 1 0
Mrs. J. K. Stephens, Glenside, Sans Souci Park, Belfast 1 1 0
Lt.-Col. J. R. Baillie, Strabane, Co. Tyrone 1 1 0
Mrs. G. M. Kirker, Belgravia House, 4 Ulsterville Avenue, Belfast 1 1 0
Rev. Dr. and Mrs. Anderson, The Manse of West Calder, Edinburgh 1 1 0
Alexander Keenan, Esq., 61 Victoria Street, Belfast 1 1 0
James Cleland, Esq., Drumaness, Co. Down 1 1 0
Robert M'Burney, Esq., Ballyhenry House, Comber, Co. Down 1 1 0
Francis Bell, Esq., Glenfaba, College Avenue, Bangor, Co. Down 1 1 0
F. W. Barton, Esq., J. P., Clonelly House, Clonelly Post Office, Co. Fermanagh 1 1 0
R. W. Burleigh, Esq., Ranfurly Terrace, Dungannon 1 1 0
Henry A. Burke, Esq., J. P., D. L., Drumkeen, Ballinamallard, Co. Fermanagh 1 1 0
W. P. Grubb, Esq., 83 Osborne Park, Belfast 1 1 0
Miss Nellie Bridgett, 98 Great Victoria Street, Belfast 1 1 0
Miss Carrie Bridgett, 98 Great Victoria Street, Belfast 1 1 0
William M'Kim, Esq., 4 Tomb Place, Belfast 1 1 0
Mrs. M'Keown, 1 Bellevista, Cliftonpark, Belfast 1 0 0
The Misses M. and E. J.M'Keown, 1 Bellevista, Cliftonpark, Belfast 1 0 0
Messrs. T. J. P. and S. H. M'Keown, 1 Bellevista, Cliftonpark, Belfast 1 0 0
Francis Kirkpatrick, Esq., 27 Oxford Street, Belfast 1 0 0
Mrs. Jas. Wilson, 43 Rugby Road, Belfast 1 0 0
Miss Meta Kameke, 35 High Street, Holywood 1 0 0
R. James Agnew, Esq., Malta 1 0 0
The Misses Keenan, Hill View, Antrim Road, Belfast 1 1 0
Miss Kathleen Barclay, 83 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast 1 0 0
Robert Tougher, Esq., 37 Rosemount Gardens, Belfast 1 0 0
Pte. Norman Barclay, Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders 1 0 0
Miss Tedford, 7 Wellington Park, Belfast 1 0 0
Miss Shannon, Caledon, Co. Tyrone 1 0 0
R. Walker, Esq., St. John's Rectory, Sligo 1 0 0
Mrs. M'Callum, 6 Windsor Avenue, Belfast 1 0 0
James Dowling, Esq., Raphael Street, Belfast 1 0 0
Mrs. Mary Maxton, Kirkliston Drive, Belfast 1 0 0
John M'Kee, Esq., 88 University Avenue, Belfast 1 0 0
Miss T. Morton, 2 Salisbury Villas, Chichester Park, Belfast 1 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. John Henderson, Fountain Street, Antrim 0 10 0
The Misses Entrican, 33 Botanic Avenue, Belfast 0 10 0
Miss M. Tedford, 7 Wellington Park, Belfast 0 10 0
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TOTAL £4,588 14 9

I beg to acknowledge the foregoing Subscriptions, and shall be glad to receive further Contributions.

JAMES CRAIG, Hon. Treasurer.
Old Town Hall, Belfast

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FRENCH WAR ORPHANS FUND.

Under the Patronage of Madame POINCARE.
Mons PAUL CAMBON, French Ambassador, London.
The LORD MAYOR AND LADY MAYORESS.

President:
The COUNTESS OF CLANWILLIAM.

FINAL LIST OF SUBSCRIPTIONS.

Previously acknowledged £1,008 6 2
Proceeds of Fete, Botanic Gardens Park 1,786 10 4
Mr. W. J. Hurst, J.P., Drumaness 50 0 0
Mrs. Hoskins, Poker-Work and Filter 25 0 0
Mr. Thomas Gallaher, J. P. 20 0 0
Mrs. Harriman (Cards) 16 17 0
Mr. James L. Richardson, D. L., Bessbrook 10 0 0
Mrs. B. Bennett, Skegoniel Ave. (Cards) 8 12 0
Alderman Tyrrell, J. P. 5 5 0
Mr. W. A. Lindsay, M. P. 5 5 0
Mr. Alex. Rice, Town Hall Street 5 5 0
The Milfort Weaving and Spinning Co., Ltd. 5 5 0
Miss B. Bowden (Cards) 5 1 0
Miss Violet Shannon, Holywood 5 0 0
Mrs. Macnaghton, Malone Park 5 0 0
Madame Prang 5 0 0
The Misses Smith 5 0 0
Mrs. Beattie 4 9 9
Miss Ellis, Rosetta Park 4 0 0
Mrs. E.J. Elliot, Donegall Park (Card) 3 14 6
Miss Hoskins (Card) 3 3 0
Mrs. A. Stewart, per Madame Dods (Card) 3 0 6
Miss A. Murtagh 3 0 0
Miss M'Kibbin 3 0 0
Mrs. Newell (Cards) 2 7 0
Miss Mona Hoskins (Card) 2 5 6
Councillor Henry Riddell, M. E. 2 2 0
Mrs. J. J. Crawford (Cards) 2 2 0
Mr. Thaddeus Lynch 2 0 0
Mr. Fred Mackin, South Parade 2 0 0
Mrs. Rose, per the Dowager Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava 2 0 0
Messrs. J. & R. O'Kane & Co. 2 0 0
Mr. P.J. Tiernan, J. P. (Card) 1 18 0
Mrs. Shaw 1 16 6
Miss Beula Martin, Donegall Place 1 16 0
Mrs. M'Carthy (Cards) 1 8 7
Mr. Brian Hanna (Cards) 1 6 6
Mrs. Wilson 1 5 0
Mr. Malcolm Cochrane 1 4 0
Miss Taylor, per Mr. F. G. Harriman 1 2 6
Mrs. Albert Campbell, Rosetta Park 1 2 0
Mrs. Hooper 1 1 0
Mrs. Chas. Robb, per Mrs. E. M. Hoskins 1 1 0
Mrs. Carlisle, Ormeau Road (Card) 1 1 0
Mrs. Reid (Card) 1 0 0
Miss Nesca Robb, per Madame Dods 1 0 0
Miss N. Sinton, Windsor 1 0 0
Mr. J. Hefferon, Rosetta Park 1 0 0
Mr. R. H. Smith, Hampton Park 1 0 0
Mr. H. G. Stevenson, M. B. E., Mayfair 1 0 0
Miss Hope Smyth (Card) 1 0 0
Anonymous 1 0 0
Mr. S. T. Watson, Hardcastle Street 1 0 0
Mrs. Byers 1 0 0
Mrs. Percival Maxwell, per the Dowager Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava 1 0 0
Miss Blakiston-Houston, Orangefield 1 0 0
Miss M. Farrell, Spokane, Knock 1 0 0
Mr. R.G. Geale, Wellington Park 1 0 0
Mrs. Wheeler, Thornhill Gardens 1 0 0
Messrs. Wm. Gaymer & Son, Ltd. 1 0 0
Messrs. Geo. Flack & Co., Ltd. 1 0 0
Mrs. Moore (Card), per Madame Dods 0 18 0
Madame Finibel 0 17 6
Mrs. Isaacs (Card), per Madame Dods 0 12 6
Messrs. D. Allen & Sons (Billposting), Ltd. 0 12 6
Miss Dods 0 10 6
Miss L. Stuart (Card) 0 10 6
Lieut. Arthur M'Neill 0 10 0
Captain N. M'Neill 0 10 0
Mrs. Frackelton 0 10 0
Mrs. Gurd 0 10 0
Mrs. M'Donald 0 10 0
Mrs. Hanna, Drumaness 0 10 0
Mrs. G. Ward 0 10 0
Mr. J. Doherty, Rosetta Park 0 10 0
Miss Walker, St. Jude's Avenue 0 10 0
Mrs. Henderson, per Mrs. Harriman 0 10 0
Messrs. Manfield & Sons 0 10 0
Messrs. R. Christy & Co. 0 10 0
Card No. 73 0 7 0
Miss Morrow 0 5 0
Mrs. Thomas 0 5 0
Mrs. Smith (Card) per Mr. F. G. Harriman 0 5 0
Anonymous 0 5 0
The Misses Breach 0 4 0
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TOTAL £3,056 15 4

We beg to acknowledge the above Subscriptions.

ROBERT M. GAFFIKIN, High Sheriff, Hon. Treasurer.
JOHN BURKE, French Consul.
EUGENIE DODS,EDITH M. HOSKINS,L. J. M'KENNA,P. J. TIERNAN.Hon. Secs.

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SCHOOL CHILDREN'S CONTRIBUTIONS,

PER UNION JACK COMMITTEE.

In aid of

ULSTER WOMEN'S PRISONERS OF WAR FUND.

School. Principal. Amount.
Montpottinger N.S., Belfast, Jospeh M'Kee, Esq., 1st Sub. £11 8 9
Do. Do.            2nd Sub 0 11 3
Whitehead N.S., Whitehead, Staff and Scholars 5 11 0
Ulsterville N.S., Belfast, William Haslett, Esq., 5 3 1
Seamen's Friend N.S., Belfast, Miss Armstrong 4 7 0
Malone N.S., Belfast, William Rea, Esq., 4 0 4
St. Enoch's Senior N.S., Belfast, R. A. Pinkerton, Esq., 3 12 6
Jennymount N.S., Belfast, Mrs. Clarke 2 2 0
Ballywalter Park Senior N.S., Frederick W. Brown, Esq. 2 0 0
Annalong N.S., Co. Down, the Principal 2 0 0
Baden-Powell St. N.S., Belfast, S. Davidson, Esq. 1 17 0
Ehringon N.S., Londonderry, James Boyd, Esq., M.A., T.C.D. 1 16 1
Barrack St. N.S., Belfast, Miss Sarah M'Cormick 1 10 0
Donegall Road N.S., Belfast, D. M'Master, Esq. 1 6 0
Infirmary St. N.S., Downpatrick, Saml. J. Moore, Esq. 1 4 6
Sullivan Boys' N.S., Holywood, Mr. Condy 1 3 6
Clones N.S., Monaghan, D. Wildman, Esq. 1 2 0
York Road N.S., Belfast, Miss S. M'Adam 1 0 0
Portstewart N.S., A. Reade, Esq. 1 0 0
Articlave N.S., Co. Derry, Henry E. Thompson 1 0 0
Tennent St. Senior N.S., Belfast, James Brady, Esq. 1 0 0
Newmills N.S., Dungannon, Geo. Wright, Esq. 1 0 0
Wilson N.S., Raphoe, T. A. Sloan, Esq. 0 17 0
Magdalene N.S., Belfast, Miss Dowie (Infants) and
Thomas M'Gill, Esq., (Seniors)
0 16 6
Hutchinson St. No.1 N.S., Belfast, M.E. M'Clellan, Esq. 0 16 0
Castlewellan N.S., Co. Down, James Harland, Esq. 0 16 0
Derryloran Girls' School, Cookstown, Miss C. M. Glenn 0 12 6
St. John's N.S., Whitehouse, R. Mulholland, Esq. 0 12 6
Ballyphilip Parochial N.S., Portaferry, J. M. Tanner, Esq. 0 12 0
Magheross N.S., Carrickmacross, R. F. Taylor, Esq. 0 11 0
Greenwell St. N.S., Newtownards, Thos. J. M'Cready, Esq. 0 10 0
Tyghan N.S., Greystone, Miss Ina Drummond 0 10 0
Killyman N.S., Moy, Miss Frances S. Holmes 0 10 0
Sheeptown N.S., Newry, Miss Clara E. M. Kingan 0 10 0
Ballybracken N.S., Doagh, Miss Martha B. Manson 0 9 0
Hansard N.S., Lifford, Miss Gretta Stevenson 0 7 6
St. Andrew's Girl's School, Belfast, Miss J. Crawford 0 7 0
Tullycarnett N.S., Knock, Hugh J. Tweedie, Esq. 0 7 0
Tullygirvin N.S., Ballygowan, Mrs. E. Cairns 0 7 0
St. Stephen's N.S., Belfast, W.J. Greenaway, Esq. 0 6 0
Victoria N.S., Irvinestown, the Principal 0 5 0
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  £85 14 0

I beg to acknowledge the above, with thanks to the Principals and Scholars, for their generous assistance on behalf of our Prisoners of War.

JAMES CRAIG,
Hon. Treasurer - Union Jack Committee.

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CITY OF BELFAST

"OUR DAY."

BRITISH RED CROSS SOCIETY AND
ORDER OF ST. JOHN OF JERUSALEM.

FOURTH LIST OF SUBSCRIPTIONS,

 

                                                                                                ------------------------- TOTAL
Previously acknowledged £4,763 0 7
 
BELFAST STREET COLLECTION.
 
CROMAC WARD - Per Mr. D. Meharg 90 0 0
WINDSOR WARD -- Per Messrs. D. W. Foy and J. Drennan 109 18 10
S. GEORGE'S WARD -- Per Messrs. C. Hinde and T. H. Burn --
Employes Messrs. Henry & Co. £2 17 0
Employes Linfield Mill 11 16 0
Street Collections 67 12 10 -- 82 5 10
S. ANNE'S WARD - Per Mr. R. M'Crudden --
Donations: £5 5s, Arnott & Co. (per Mrs. Fee); £2, Kirk & Partners; £1, J. Milltgen & Co., Mrs. Moyna, Mrs. Bailey, Mr. W. M'Callan 11 5 0
Street Collection 186 0 0 -- 197 5 0
NORTH BELFAST - Per Mrs. R.G. Campbell --
Donations already acknowledged £349 3 0
Mrs. John Lepper 5 0 0
Mr. J.T. Reade 5 0 0
Mrs. Dixon, Killeen 3 3 0
Mrs. Caffrey, Airfield 2 0 0
Mr. Robt, S. Johnson 1 0 0
"E" 0 10 0 -- 365 16 0
CLIFTON WARD -- Per Messrs. R.B. Andrews and S. Waring --
Collection, as previously acknowledged 515 18 8
DUNCAIRN WARD -- Per Messrs. H.T. Whitaker and J. Ekin --
Previously acknowledged 127 7 5
COURT WARD -- Per Mr. S. M'Guffin --
Subscriptions already acknowledged 29 15 0
Street Collection 69 9 0
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  99 4 0
Less Expenses 1 3 9 -- 98 0 3
DOCK WARD -- Per Dr. Macintosh and V.A.D. Belfast / 2- B.R.C.S. --
Street Collection 69 15 11
Duncairn Gardens Methodist Church 10 0 0
Newington Presbyterian Ch. 9 0 0
St. Stephen's Church 6 10 0
Midway Island, Pacific Ocean per Mrs. Butler) 8 1 10
Mrs. Livingston, £3 10s 7d; Miss Allen, £3 7s 6d; Mr. Forsythe, £2; Miss Hanna, £2; Mrs. Mawhinney, £1 18s 6d; Miss Butler, £1 5s 10d; S. Aidan's School (per Mr. Chapman), £1 4s 3d; New Lodge Road School, 18s 6d; Star of the Sea School, 4s 3d 19 9 6
V.A.D. Whist Drive 19 2 6 -- 138 15 8
WOODVALE, SHANKILL, AND FALLS WARDS -- Per the Misses Whitaker, Councillor A. Hodgeon, Mr. J. Ferguson --
EmployeesJ. & T. M. Greeves, Ltd. 34 4 10
Employees Irish Flax Spg. Co. 29 2 10
Thank-offering for Peace, U. V. F., M. & N. C. (W. Belfast) 25 0 0
Mill & Factory Workers, Blackstaff Spg. & W. Co. 20 0 0
Employees Cupai St. Fact'y 15 2 6
Employees Falls Mill -- Weaving Dept., £3 8s 4d;Winding, Warping,&c., £2 2s; No. 1 Preparing-room, £1 0s 3d; No. 2,11s 2d ; Carding, 9s 7d; Reeling, £1 12s 7d; Spinning-room No. 1, 16s 3d ; No. 2, 31s; No. 3, £1 11s 3d; No. 4, £1 9s 14 1 3
Employees New Northern Co. (Spinning Dept.) 13 2 6
Employees Edenderry Spg. Co., Ltd. 12 14 2
Employees Mountain Mill, Ligoniel 12 1 1
Employees Gunning & Campbell 9 15 4
Collected by Councillor Hodgen 5 15 0
Employees Glenbank Bleachworks 2 11 0
Employees Ligoniel Weaving Co. 2 0 0
Employees H. Taylor & Co., Ltd. 1 11 9
Employees Corporation Baths, Falls Road 1 3 6
The Misses Whitaker 1 1 0
Mrs. Smith, Argyle St. N.A. (Infants) 1 0 0
Employees Percy St. Warehouse 0 13 6
Springfield Road R.I.C. 0 12 0
Coventry Munition Worker 10s; Wm. Irwin, 10s 1 0 0
Mrs. Phillips, 7s 6d ; Mr. O. Patici, 2s 6d ; Mr. H. Milting, 2s 6d; Mrs.Harkness, 2s 6d 0 14 6
Proceeds of Concert, West Belfast Orange Hall 20 0 0
Flag and Envelope Collection 67 13 1
Schools - S. Mary's, £1 17s 1d; Brown Square, £1 14s 8d ; Model, £1 9s 5d ; Woodvale, £1 7s 4d; Mayo St., £1 6s ; Charters Mem., £1 1s 2d ; Tennent St.,£11s ;S. Saviour's, 19s 4d ; St. Luke's, 18s ; Ashmore St., 15s 6d ; Townsend St., 13s 3d ; John White, 12s ; Northumberland St., 11s 10d ; Wilton St., 10s 3d ; Conway St., 10s ; Argyle place, 10s2d ; Tennent St. Central, 7s 6d ; St. Matthew's, 7s 4d ; Springfield Rd., 7s ; do (waste paper), 8s 17 6 10
Bethany Presb. S. S., £2 6s 6d ; Crumlin Rd. S. S., £2 ; Woodvale Rd. PresbyS.S. £1 5 6 -- 313 12 2
EAST BELFAST -- Per Mrs. Chichester --
Subscriptions (previously acknowledged) 186 6 0
VICTORIA WARD -- Per Strandtown U.C. --
Subscriptions, £2 each - Mr. Arthur Greeves, "Friends" 4 0 0
Subscriptions, £1 each -- Dr. Irvine, Mrs. Watson, Mrs. Alfred Greeves, Mrs. Harkness, Mrs. Shillington (Dromart) 5 0 0
10s -- J. Campbell, J. Connell (Sonoma), Mrs. Wallace (North Rd.), J. Lindsay (Ashburn) 2 0 0
Street and House Collections 121 0 0 -- 132 0 0
POTTINGER WARD - Per Mr. D. Hollywood 75 0 0
ORMEAU WARD - Per Miss Elliott and Mr. J. Watters (on account) 88 16 10
Box in Joint Committee Office, 30; Sale of Boxes, Trays, &c., 36s 3 6 0
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Total 2,524 8 8
"Old Crocks' Sports and Flag Day," Proportion of Proceeds, per Mr. Robert M'Cann 200 0 0
Balmoral Military Tournament -- Balance of 1-3 Proceeds, per Capt. Herbert Dixon 59 0 9
The Women Munition Workers of Messrs. Jas. Mackie & Sons -- Result of Ballot for Cake 48 5 3
Capt. and Mrs. D. C. Lindsay 25 0 0
Collection in Belmont Presbyterian Church, per Mr. J. H. Rogers 21 0 0
Royal Belfast Academical Institution Swimming and Life Saving Club - Proceeds 7th Annual Swimming Gala on 11th October 12 9 0
Messrs. John Hogg & Co., Ltd. 10 10 0
Proceeds Dance in Moneyrea Masonic Hall on 15th November, per Miss Jane K. Orr, Ballygowan 10 1 0
Knockbreda Parish Church, per Mr. G. F. Purdy 9 0 0
Office Staff Messrs. Murray, Sons & Co., Ltd. 6 13 0
Br.-General the Earl of Shaftesbury, K. P. 5 5 0
Dr. and Mrs. R. R. Leathem 5 5 0
Mr. George May, Scottish Provident Bldgs. 5 5 0
Mr. and Mrs. Paul, Redcot 5 5 0
Messrs. Thornton & Co., Ltd. 5 5 0
Messrs. W. R. Nelson & Co., Ltd. 5 5 0
Miss Hughes, Carrigart, Derryvolgie 5 0 0
Messrs. John Fulton & Co., Ltd. 5 0 0
Newtownbreda Presbyterian Church Young People's Guild, per Mr. J. B. M'FadzeanPart Proceeds of Concert 5 0 0
Committee of Midland Railway Convalescent Hospital, per Mr. S. P. Kerr, J. P. 3 3 0
Employees Great Northern Railway (Traffic Dept.) 2 12 0
Employees Messrs. Barron & Co. (of Belfast), Ltd. 2 10 0
Mr. A. Clendinning, Charnwood Av. 2 2 0
Capt. Herbert Turner (Burma), per Miss A. Johnstone 2 0 0
Incorporated Belfast Nurses' Home 2 0 0
Proceeds Sale of Fruit and Flowers from Harvest Festival, Cliftonville Presbyterian Church 2 0 0
Lady Mayoress's Box, City Hall 1 7 6
Employees Northern Linen Co., Ltd. (Roosevelt Street Factory) 1 3 4
United Free Church, Clifton Street 1 5 0
Mr. A. G. Seymour, Gt/Victoria St. 1 1 0
Mrs. W. H. Jordan, per Mrs. Gallaher 1 1 0
Mr. L. F. O'Brien, Ormeau Avenue 1 1 0
Mrs. Tedford, Green Rd., per Mrs. M'Mordie 1 0 0
Mrs. Gordon, Kensington Park, per Mrs M'Mordie 1 0 0
Mr. J. Telford 1 0 0
Mrs. Wallace, Eglantine Avenue 1 0 0
Mr. R.G. Geale, City Hall 1 0 0
Miss Murdock, Brookvale Drive 1 0 0
Miss Henry, do. 1 0 0
Miss R. Henry, do. 1 0 0
Mrs. W. Todd Martin, College Green 1 0 0
Amelia St. Hemstitching Factory 0 12 0
Mr. Samuel Leighton, Ravenhill Rd. 0 10 0
Mr. J. E. Smyth, Dublin Rd. 0 5 0
£7,759 11 1

I gratefully acknowledge receipt of above, and earnestly appeal for further Subscriptions.

JAMES JOHNSTON,
Lord Mayor, Hon. Treas.

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RESULT OF WOMEN CLERKS' EXAM.

Announced 5th December.

13 SUCCESSES FROM HUGHES'S ACADEMY

7th Place U.K. by Miss E. Evett, Craigavad, Co. Down.
13th Place U.K. by Miss M.E. Browne, Rasharkin, Co. Antrim.
15th Place U.K. by Miss M.W. Russell, Lisaclare, Stewartstown.
22nd Place U.K. by Miss D.G. Clarke, The Cottage, Antrim.
51st Place U.K. by Miss M.E. Blair, James St., Cookstown.
76th Place U.K. by Miss A. Armstrong, Derrygonnelly, Co. Fermanagh.
150th Place U.K. by Miss B.E. Devlin, Esson, Armoy.
156th Place U.K. by Miss H.J.D. M'Ivor, Portrush.
176th Place U.K. by Miss C. Cunningham, The Square, Kilcoo, Co. Down.
178th Place U.K. by Miss L. Norris, Stonebridge, Clones.
188th Place U.K. by Miss F. Watson, Pisgah Lodge, Keady.
203rd Place U.K. by Miss M.F. Johnston, Victoria Road, Bangor, Co. Down.
211th Place U.K. by Miss N. Flynn, Brougham St., Belfast.

Exams, April and October. Candidates who intend competing next year should enrol on 1st January, on which date the Academy will re-open after Xmas. vacation.

HUGHES'S ACADEMY, 82 Royal Avenue, Belfast.
(Branch Academy, Londonderry.)

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WOMEN CLERKS' EXAM.,

Held OCTOBER, 1918.
RESULTS JUST ANNOUNCED.

OUR SUCCESSES:--

Miss S.G. M'LOUGHLIN, Clandeboye, Belfast.
Miss A.N. HUGHES, "Lornaville," Strandtown, Belfast.
Miss L.M. LINDSAY, Ternagreevagh N.S., Loughgall, Armagh.
Miss O.W. ANDERSON, High Street, Antrim.
Miss L. LYONS, 33 High Street, Omagh.

N.B. -- All presented at Exam. successful.

Connell's Institute
Royal Avenue, Belfast.

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NEWCASTLE YOUTH'S MISHAP.

WEDGED UNDER FLY-WHEEL.

James Johnston, assistant in the employment of the Electric Lighting Co., Newcastle, had a miraculous escape from being mangled in the machinery on Friday evening.It appears that the boy was assisting in starting the engine by pulling on the belt when the engine suddenly back-fired.Johnston failed to release his hold, and he was drawn under the fly-wheel, and so tightly wedged in that it necessitated the dismantling of the engine before he could be extricated.

A large crowd assembled, but owing to the delicate nature of the task few were able to help.

Valuable assistance was, however, rendered by Mr. Manning, Mr. Lyth, electrical engineer of the Slieve Donard Hotel, and Sergt. M'Govern.Dr. Magill and Lt.-Colonel Magill dressed Johnston's wounds, which were found to be slight, but he is still suffering from shock.

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THE DERRY ARMS RAID.

SMART SENTENCES IMPOSED.

PRISONER'S PRUDENT CLAIM.

At the Ulster Winter Assizes, Philip Doherty and Thomas Murphy, convicted of burglary at Derry on the 22nd Sept., 1918, were sentenced.Prisoners formed portion of a party who raided the house of Mrs. Terance Nicholson, Beech Hill House, Glendormott, Londonderry, in search for arms.

His Lordship asked had they anything to say?

Doherty --As this is a political case from start to finish, we claim political treatment when sentenced.

His Lordship -- You have been, both of you, convicted in this case of anything but a political offence -- a cowardly and dastardly outrage.It is a nice kind of case to go at night to a private house occupied by a lady and her servants, and imprison a young lady, and one of you stand over her at the door with a loaded revolver, and the other capture a boy and make him prisoner.Seven of you went about the house with revolvers and ransacked it.It is cowardly in the extreme, and cannot be tolerated.You will each be imprisoned for 18 months with hard labour.

Murphy -- from the date of arrest?

His Lordship -- From the date of the Assizes.

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Messrs. Stewart Blacker Quin & Co., chartered accountants, Belfast, write us with reference to the case heard at the present assizes -- the King v. Henry M'Candless, James A. Robinson, and Hugh H. Corbett -- that counsel's statement that they managed the books of the North of Ireland Produce Company Ltd., is incorrect, and that they have no official connection with the firm referred to, but they are the accountants to the North of Ireland Advisory (Potato) Committee.

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HOURS OF RAILWAYMEN

EFFECT OF THE ALTERATION.

BIG INCREASE IN WAGES BILL.

The change in working hours to eight, just announced, when it comes into operation, will involve a further enormous increase in the wages bill of the railways, even if limited to the running department -- drivers, firemen, guards, and those employed in the actual manipulation of the traffic (states the Labour Correspondent of the London "Daily Telegraph").

The great majority of the men employed in these grades have worked a ten-hours day or 64-hours week, and the reduction of working time to 48 hours, with the present wages unaltered, will mean either the employment of many more men or, what is more likely, an additional 12 hours' overtime, paid at a higher rate.The men employed in the running of the fast long-distance expresses will not benefit by the agreement, as they are paid a day's wage for a mileage run which takes less than eight hours.

On most of the Scottish and Irish railways the working day has been 12 hours, so the agreement means a reduction of 33 per cent. in working time, and a more than proportional rise in wages.The agreement is likely to be followed by a demand for the extension of eight hours to all persons working in the railway service, in addition to those in the running departments.

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INFLUENZA RAVAGES.

ACTION BY CITY COUNCIL.

DISEASE TO BE NOTIFIABLE.

At a special meeting of the Belfast Corporation to-day, the Lord Mayor (Alderman Sir J. Johnston, J.P.), presiding, the following resolution was unanimously passed, on the motion of the chairman of the Public Health Committee (Councillor English):--

"Whereas there exists in the county borough of Belfast an epidemic of influenza which in numerous cases develops into septic pneumonia; and whereas it is a matter of urgency that every precaution should be taken to prevent the spread of the said disease,

"Resolved, and it is hereby ordered, that the Infectious Disease (Notification) act, 1882, 52 and 53 Vic. cap. 72, shall apply in the said county borough for the disease known as 'septic pneumonia' for the six months to end 14th June, 1919."

Councillor English said he need hardly remind the members of the Council that there had been a very high rate of mortality from septic pneumonia and ordinary pneumonia.It was highly desirable that the disease should be made notifiable, by which means their medical officer and sanitary staff would be able to get in contact with the cases immediately, and have the houses thoroughly disinfected.He was quite satisfied, after the experience of the past few weeks, that septic pneumonia was highly infectious; and he supposed it sometimes took an epidemic to warn them of the danger they were in, and make them realise the necessity of taking proper precautions.The public should, as far as possible, cease to assemble at wakes, or to visit people suffering from the disease. (Hear, hear.)During the past week three strong men whom he knew had died, all having been in contact with each other in friendly visits.He hoped that when the facts became known this kind of visiting would end. (Hear, hear.)

After a prolonged discussion the resolution was agreed to.

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MONAGHAN CHEQUE FORGERY.

At Ulster Winter Assizes to-day.Catherine Tarleton (now Foster) received a deferred sentence of three months for uttering a forged cheque at Monaghan on the 8th August, 1918.

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ULSTER MILITARY NEWS.

BANGOR OFFICER WINS MILITARY CROSS.

D.C.M. FOR SHIPYARD MAN.

HEROIC DIVINITY STUDENT.

The Commander-in-Chief of the British Expeditionary Force has made an award of the Military Cross to Lieut. James Wilson Neill, Canadian Mounted Rifles, for gallantry in action on 10th August, 1918.Lieut. Neill has also been promoted to the rank of captain.He is a son of Mr. James Neill, of the firm of Robert Neill & Sons, Ltd., Queen's Parade, Bangor.

D.C.M. FOR SHIPYARD WORKER.

The long list of employes of Messrs. Workman, Clarke & Co., Ltd., who have won distinction in the war has just been augmented by the award of the D.C.M. to 11713 Sergeant George C. Lowry, 1st Battalion Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers.Sergeant Lowry, whose wife and two children live at 20 Oldpark Avenue, enlisted from the Belfast shipyard in 1914.He had previously been for twelve years in the Royal Irish Rifles.He has served right through the campaign, and has been twice wounded, and gains his decoration for conspicuous bravery during an attack.When his platoon officer was killed, he took command, and was successful in carrying on the advance.

HEROIC DIVINITY STUDENT.

Friday's evening's "London Gazette" notifies the award of the Distinguished Conduct Medal to 61886 Sergeant R. H. Foster, R.A.M.C., 91st Field Ambulance.

For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in charge of a party of stretcher-bearers during an attack on a village.He worked continuously from 3 a.m. to 9 p.m., clearing R.A.P.'s, and while supervising the various squads was constantly exposed to very heavy shell fire.Thanks to his untiring energy about 90 severely wounded men on stretchers were safely and quickly removed, which undoubtedly saved the lives of the men.

Sergeant Foster was a theological student in the Methodist College, Belfast, before the war.He is a son of Rev. J.D. Foster, Methodist minister, who has laboured in various North of Ireland circuits.

A CO. DOWN D.C.M.

The Distinguished Conduct Medal has been awarded to 799 Rifleman James Gibson, 15th Battalion, Royal Irish Rifles (North Belfast Volunteers), for conspicuous gallantry in the field.Rifleman Gibson is a son of the late Mr. David Gibson and Mrs. Gibson, Castlewellan.He was an apprentice in Castlewellan Gardens before enlisting.Sergeant Carson Jones, who was awarded the posthumous honour of the D.C.M. in 1914, also learnt the art of horticulture in these gardens.Each of the three under-gardeners, who answered their country's call in 1914- Riflemen W. Craig, Len. Cooper, and Jim Ingleson -- have made the supreme sacrifice.

NEW MILITARY MEDALLISTS

Mrs. M'Cann, 5 Henryville Street, has received news that her husband, Sergeant James M'Cann, R.A.M.C., has been awarded the Military Medal for bravery on the battlefield.Sergeant M'Cann has 19 years' service to his credit, and has been in France since the beginning of the war.He is well known in football circles, and was formerly employed with Messrs. J.P. Corry & Co., timber merchants, Corporation Street, Belfast.His brother Joseph, who has been discharged from the Army, also holds the Military Medal, and another brother, Thomas, was taken a prisoner at the Battle of the Somme in 1916.

Mr. Robert Lunny, Killymackin, has received intimation that his son, Private James Lunny, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, has been awarded the Military Medal for gallantry in action.Private Lunny enlisted shortly after the outbreak of the war, joining the Ulster Division.He was slightly wounded on one occasion and has been practically with the Division throughout all its fighting.

GALLANT BELFAST SOLICITOR.

Mr. Christopher Gordon, son of the Rev. Alex Gordon, formerly minister of 1st Presbyterian Church, Belfast, is at present a patient in the U.V.F. Hospital, Belfast.Mr. Gordon was formerly a practising solicitor in Belfast.About twelve years ago he emigrated to Mexico, and was engaged in the mining industries.At the outbreak of war he returned home to enlist.His many friends will be pleased to know that he is making good progress towards recovery.

FRENCH HONOUR FOR BELFASTMAN.

Corporal Peter Smith, R.A.M.C. 25 Quadrant Street, Belfast, has been awarded the French Legion of Honour, with silver leaves.He was formerly in the employment of Messrs. John Robson, Chichester Street, and his father and two brothers are serving.A French general will present the medal, but the ribbon was presented by a British general, who read out the following details of the deed for which it was awarded:- "For conspicuous gallantry on a motor cycle, under heavy shell fire and in a gassed area, reconnoitring for suitable roads for ambulances, and reporting the location of wounded."

CITY RANK AND FILE.

Mrs. Neeson, 12 M'Cleery Street, Belfast, has been notified that her husband, Sergeant Charles Neeson, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers (late Connaught Rangers), was killed in action on October 11, 1918.Sergeant Neeson had four years' service to his credit, and had been a casualty three times previously.Prior to enlistment he was employed as an assistant with Mr. M'Shannon, spirit merchant, Mountpottinger Road, Belfast.His father and two brothers are serving with his Majesty's forces.

Private Patrick Kerr, 1st Battalion, Irish Guards wounded and missing since 9th October, 1917, is now officially reported killed on that date.His parents reside at 56 Pound Street, Belfast.

Mrs. Smyth, 7 Malt Street, Grosvenor Road, Belfast, has been notified that her nephew, Rifleman R. Kennedy, Royal Irish Rifles, Ulster Division, has died from cardiac failure in the Military Hospital, Fargo, Salisbury Plain.Rifleman Kennedy had three years' service to his credit and during that time he was twice wounded.Prior to enlistment he was employed by Gracey Bros., egg merchants, Belfast, as a packer.

Mrs. Graham, 19 Kingswood Street, Belfast, has been notified that her husband, Corporal R. Graham, Royal Garrison Artillery, was wounded in action on October 15, 1918.Prior to enlistment he was employed in Messrs. Harland & Wolf's.Private Graham has a brother serving with the Army Service Corps, and he has also been wounded.

Officialintimation has just been received by Mr. John Montgomery, Main Street, Conlig, that his youngest son, Lance-Corporal Thomas Montgomery, Royal Irish Fusiliers, late Royal Irish Rifles, has died of wounds in a British Field Ambulance, France.This is the second son he has lost in the war, his brother, Sergeant John Montgomery, M.G.C., Royal Irish Fusiliers, having been killed nine months ago.

BELFAST CITIZEN'S BEREAVEMENT.

News was received in Belfast to-day of the death, from pneumonia, in France of Corporal Bertie M'Creedy, Canadian Forces, son of Mr. John M'Creedy, 132 University Avenue, Belfast.Deceased left Belfast about six years ago and enlisted in Winnipeg early in the war.He was gassed during his service in France.A memorial service will be held on Sunday evening in the Albert Hall, of which congregation deceased's father is an elder.Rev. Dr. Montgomery will give an address.The deceased leaves a wife and child in Winnipeg.

RELEASED PRISONERS.

TO-DAY'S OFFICIAL LIST.

To-day's official list of returned prisoners contains the following names of Ulster officers:--

Major S.W.L. Clements, D.S.O., Royal Irish Fusiliers, Co. Cavan.

Lieut. T.A. Blackwood, Royal Irish Rifles, Deramore Park, Belfast.

Lieut. S. Rivers, Royal Irish Rifles, Fleetwood Street, Belfast.

And the following English officers in Ulster regiments:-- Captain J.C. Bryans, Royal Irish Rifles, Liverpool; Lieut. J.F. Darbyshire, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, Pershore, Worcester;Captain C.C. Miller, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, Chelsea; Second-Lieut. F.C. Williams, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers; and Second-Lieut. W. Price, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, Leyton.

Royal Field Artillery. -- Smith, 5124, Gnr. C. (Londonderry)

Scottish Rifles. -- Price, 240848, M. (Drumcree.)

Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers. -- M'Cartney, 3306, L-Sgt, J. (Belfast); Young, 5666, Act-Sgt. R., M.M. (Belfast).

Mr. T.A. M'Clean, manager Provincial Bank, Ballymena has received information that his son, Private Herbert W. M'Clean, Royal Irish Fusiliers, who was a prisoner of war since 22nd March last, has been released and is now in hospital in England.

Mr. A.H. Greer, 18 Mill Street, Ballymena, has been notified that his son, Rifleman Alexander Greer, 11th Battalion Royal Irish Rifles, has arrived at Ripon Camp from Germany.He was wounded and taken prisoner during the charge of the Ulster Division on 1st July, 1916.

 

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Belfast Telegraph - 10 December, 1918

Births

SMITH -- December 6, 1918, at 43 Rutland Street, the wife of Trooper W.J. Smith, 8th Hussars -- a son.

Marriages

ANGLIN--MAGILL -- November 27, 1918 at St. Malachy's Church, Belfast (with Nuptial Mass), by the Rev. T. MacGowan, C.C., Bartholomew (Batty), third son of Andrew and Mrs. Anglin, Belfast, to Rose (Ena), fourth daughter of the late Daniel Magill, Larne, and Mrs. Magill, Belfast.

CARMONY--STOOPES -- December 5, 1918, at St. Mary's Parish Church, Newry, by the Rev. H.B. Swanzy, M.A., Hugh, eldest son of the late John Carmony, of Killylea, presently serving with Australian Imperial Forces, and of Bruce Rock, Western Australia, to Minnie, youngest daughter of the late Joseph Stoopes, The Orchards, Drummerdmore, Armagh.

Deaths

ARMSTRONG -- December 10, 1918, at her son's residence, 22 Rosapenna Street, Sarah, relict of the late William Armstrong.Funeral on Thursday, at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground.Friends will please accept this intimation.
Inserted by her loving Son, JAMES ARMSTRONG.

ANDERSON -- December 9, 1918, at her residence, 148 Ross Street, Elizabeth Anderson. -- R.I.P.Funeral from above address, for interment in Milltown Cemetery, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m.Friends will please accept this intimation. On her soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy.
Deeply regretted by her Son and Daughter. PATRICK ANDERSON AND MRS. MAGUIRE.

BELL -- December 9, 1918, at her residence, Shrigley, Co. Down, Jeanie, widow of the late Edmund Bell, and eldest daughter of John Cochrane, Cushendun.Her remains will be removed from above address, for interment in Killyleagh Churchyard, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m. Sadly missed by her sorrowing Children.

BROOKS -- December 8, 1918, at his sister's residence, 277 North Queen Street, Robert, eldest surviving son of the late Robert and E. Brooks.Interred in Carnmoney to-day (Tuesday). Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Sisters and Brother.

SHIPWRIGHTS' L.O.L. 1593.
BROOKS -- The Members of the above Lodge are requested to attend the funeral of their late Brother, Robert Brooks.
EDMUND CAIRNS, W.M., WM. MANDERSON, Secretary.

FRIENDLY SOCIETY OF IRONFOUNDERS. BELFAST BRANCH.
BROOKS -- Officers and Members of above Society deeply regret the death of their late Brother, Robert Brooks, on 8th inst., and request Members to attend the funeral from his late address, 277 North Queen Street.
H. CLAUGHEY, President, H. ATTWOOD, Secretary.

CAIRNS -- October 5, 1918 (suddenly), at Bundaberg, Queensland, Stanley, the youngest and dearly-beloved son of Mrs. and the late Robert Cairns. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Mother and Sisters. -- 10 Bootle Street, Belfast.

CAIRNS -- October 5, 1918 (suddenly), at Bundaberg, Queensland, Stanley, the dearly-beloved brother of W.J. Cairns
Deeply regretted by his loving Brother and Sister-in-law, W.J. AND L. CAIRNS, 53 Shankill Road, Belfast.

CAIRNS -- October 5, 1918 (suddenly), at Bundaberg, Queensland, Stanley, the dearly-beloved brother of Robert Cairns.
Deeply regretted by his loving Brother and Sister-in-law, ROBERT AND M. CAIRNS, 42 Newcastle Street, Belfast.

CAIRNS -- October 5, 1918 (suddenly), at Bundaberg, Queensland, Stanley, the dearly-beloved brother of Mrs. Redican.
Deeply regretted by his loving Sister, L. REDICAN, 92 Stratheden Street.
Also his Brother-in-law, J.A. REDICAN (at present on active service).

CAIRNS -- October 5, 1918 (suddenly), at Bundaberg, Queensland, Stanley, the dearly-beloved brother of Mrs. Johnston.
Deeply regretted by his loving Sister and Brother-in-law, AGNES AND ALEXANDER JOHNSTON, 3 Bray Street, Belfast.

CAMBLIN -- December 9, 1918, at her residence, Mullavilly, Tandragee, Mary Jane, the beloved wife of James Camblin.Funeral to the family burying-ground, Mullavilly, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 4 p.m.

CHARLES -- December 9, 1918, at 107 Ulsterville Avenue, Belfast (suddenly, of heart failure), Ethel, youngest and dearly-loved daughter of James W. and Margaret Charles, Donaghadee.Funeral private.

CONNOLY -- December 9, 1918, at 117 Dunlop Terrace, Limestone Road, Belfast, Eva M., the dearly-beloved wife of James F. Connoly, and youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. Smyth.Her remains will be removed from the above address on Thursday, 12th inst., at 1 p.m., for interment in Carnmoney New Cemetery.Friends will please accept this intimation.JAMES F. CONNOLY.

DAVEY -- December 9, 1918, at her residence, 13 Allworthy Avenue, Antrim Road, Belfast, Catherine, mother of Rev. V. Davey, C.C., Killyleagh. -- R.I.P.Her remains will be removed, for interment in Friar's Bush Cemetery, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 11.30 a.m.

DONALDSON -- November 8, 1918, at his residence, Todmorden, Canada, David, the youngest and dearly-beloved son of Cornelia and the late David Donaldson.
At the river's crystal brink
Christ shall join each broken link.
Deeply regretted by his Mother, C. DONALDSON, Lurganville, Moira.

DONALDSON -- November 8, 1918, at his residence, Todmorden, Canada, David, the dearly-beloved brother of Gunner W. Thomas Donaldson (at present in hospital in Surrey).
How hard it is to part with those
We hold on earth so dear;
The heart no greater trial knows,
No sorrow more severe.

DONALDSON -- November 8, 1918, at his residence, Todmorden, Canada, David, the dearly-beloved brother of Maggie Atkinson.
Deeply regretted by his loving Sisters, M. ATKINSON, 15 Blaney Street, M. LEET, 17 Morpeth Street.
Also his Brothers and Sisters-in-law, JAMES AND MINNIE DONALDSON, 17 Morpeth Street, JOHN AND MARY DONALDSON, 4 Earl Street.

GIBSON -- December 8, 1918, at Royal Victoria Hospital (the result of an accident), James, eldest and dearly-beloved son of John and Elizabeth Gibson.His remains will be removed from his residence, 64 Frome Street, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation.
We cannot, Lord, Thy purpose see.
But all is well that's done by Thee.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Mother, and little Brother.

LO.L. 1934
GIBSON -- Members of above Lodge are requested to attend the funeral of their highly-respected Brother, James Gibson.
JOHN C. CLARK, D.M., JOHN K. SMYRL, Secretary.

CRAIGAVON FLUTE BAND.
GIBSON -- Members of above Band are requested to attend the funeral of their late esteemed Member, James Gibson.
RANDAL NOBLE, Secretary, JOHN CRAIG, Treasurer.

HANNA -- December 9, 1918, at her residence, Ballykeel, Coolsallagh, Dromore, Margarette, widow of the late James Hanna.The remains of my beloved mother will be removed for interment in the family burying-ground, Donacloney, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 1 p.m. JAMES HANNA.

KENNEDY -- December 10, 1918, at her residence, 411 Printworks Terrace, Oldpark Road, Elizabeth, the dearly-beloved wife of Samuel Kennedy.Interment notice later.

LAW -- December 8, 1918, at his residence, 235 Ravenhill Avenue, William, beloved husband of Lizzie Law.Funeral to Kilmore Churchyard on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10.30 a.m., passing through Crossgar at 1 p.m.

LOWN -- December 9, 1918, at her residence, 33 Sloan Street, Lisburn, Dorothy Lown.The remains of my dearly-beloved sister will be removed, for interment in Broomhedge Churchyard, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 1 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. -- Deeply regretted. THOMAS LOWN.

LOWRY -- December 9, 1918, at his residence, 4 Ferndale Place, William J. Lowry.The remains of our dearly-beloved father will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m., for interment in Ballylesson Churchyard. Friends will please accept this intimation. Inserted by his loving Sons and Daughter.

MAGOWAN -- December 8, 1918, at 17 Beechwood Street, George, the third and dearly-loved son of Alexander and Margaret Magowan.Funeral from above address to-morrow ( Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation.
God comfort the sad and lonely: teach them
Thy ways are ways of love.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Mother, Brothers, Sister, and Sisters-in-law, ALEXANDER AND MARGARET MAGOWAN.

SHIP CONSTRUCTORS' AND SHIPWRIGHTS' ASSOCIATION -- BELFAST B BRANCH.
MAGOWAN -- Officers and Members of above Branch regret the announcement of the death of their late esteemed Member, George Magowan.
CHARLES GRAY, President, JOHN J. FERGUSON, Secretary.

MAGOWAN -- December 9, 1918, at her residence, 42 Danube Street, Mary Ann, widow of the late Thomas Magowan.Her remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 11 a.m., for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground. Friends will please accept this intimation.
In the midst of life we are in death.
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Family.

MARRS -- December 10, 1918, at his residence, Elgin Terrace, 130 Limestone Road, William Vance, dearly-beloved husband of Margaret Marrs.Funeral arrangements later.

MAWHINNEY -- December 8, 1918, at his brother's residence, 65 Rugby Avenue, Belfast, Kennedy, dearly-beloved son of Eliza and the late James Mawhinney.Funeral from his late residence, Tullynore, Hillsborough, for interment in Anahilt Presbyterian Churchyard, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 1.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Mother, Sisters, and Brothers.

MAXWELL -- December 9, 1918, at her son-in-law's residence, 203 Donegall Road, Bethia, widow of the late David Maxwell.Her remains will be removed from above address, for interment in City Cemetery, on Thursday, 12th inst., at 2.30 p.m.
Deeply regretted by her Son and Daughter-in-law, ROBERT AND JENNIE MAXWELL, 95 Northumberland Street.

MAXWELL -- December 9, 1918, at her son-in-law's residence, 203 Donegall Road, Bethia, widow of the late David Maxwell.Her remains will be removed from above address, for interment in City Cemetery, on Thursday, 12th inst., at 2.30 p.m.
Deeply regretted by her Daughter and Son-in-law, ANNIE AND JAMES LIVINGSTON

MILLER -- December 9, 1918, at Royal Victoria Hospital (of appendicitis), Ellen, the dearly-beloved wife of David Miller, 55 Dunvegan Street.Her remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Gone to be with Christ, which is far better.
Inserted by her loving Husband and Family.

MILLER -- December 9, 1918, at Royal Victoria Hospital (from appendicitis), Ellen Miller.Her remains will be removed from her residence, 55 Dunvegan Street, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery.
Deeply regretted by her Son and Daughter-in-law, JOHN AND LIZZIE MILLER.

STAR OF DOWN TEMPERANCE L.O.L. 428
MILLER -- Brethren of above Lodge are requested to attend the funeral of the wife of their highly-esteemed Member, Br. David Miller, P.M.
ROBERT BUTLER, W.M., JAMES INNIS, Secretary.

WILLOWFIELD TEMPERANCE R.B.P. 571
MILLER -- Members of above Preceptory are requested to attend the funeral of the wife of their respected Treasurer, Sir Knt. David Miller.
W.J. SNOWDEN, W.M., JOSEPH M'GORMAN, Registrar.

WILLOWFIELD UNIONIST CLUB.
MILLER -- Members of above Club are requested to attend the funeral of the wife of their highly-esteemed Member, Mr. David Miller.
GEO. S MASSINGHAM, Gen. Sec.

MOORHEAD -- December 8, 1918, at his residence, 34 Carlow Street, David Ferguson, the dearly-beloved son of the late David and Mary Jane Moorhead.His remains will be removed from the above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.
Deeply regretted by his Brother and Sister, JOHN AND MAGGIE MOORHEAD.
Also his Sister and Brother-in-law, SARAH AND ARTHUR LACKEY (the latter on active service)

MORTON -- December 9, 1918, at his father's residence, 20 Glenbank Place, Ballysillan, Albert Edward (wee Albert), the youngest and much-loved child of Walter and Jennie Morton.His remains will be removed, for interment in Shankill Burying-ground, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 3 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation.WALTER AND JENNIE MORTON

MULREE -- December 9, 1918, at the residence of her son, 43 Kathleen Street, Ellen Mulree.The remains of our beloved mother will be removed from the above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10 a.m., for interment in Ballyhalbert (by motor), passing through Kirkcubbin about 11 a.m. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Deeply regretted by her Son and Daughter-in-law. JAMES AND AGNES MULREE.
American papers please copy.

MURPHY -- December 8, 1918 (suddenly), at 31 South Parade, Elizabeth, dearly-beloved sister of Mrs. Wm. M'Cullough.Funeral private. Deeply regretted.

M'CLOSKEY -- December 9, 1918, at her mother's residence, 103 Dover Street, Mary M'Closkey (N.T.), eldest daughter of Margaret and the late John M'Closkey, Co. Monaghan. -- R.I.P. Her remains will be removed, for interment in Milltown Cemetery, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for her. Inserted by her sorrowing Mother and Sisters.

M'CLOSKEY -- December 9, 1918, at her mother's residence, 103 Dover Street, Mary M'Closkey (N.T.), eldest daughter of Margaret and the late John M'Closkey, Co, Monaghan. -- R.I.P. On whose soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy. Inserted by her sorrowing Aunt and Family, Mrs. M'CARRON, 5 Iris Street.

M'CORMICK -- December 9, 1918, at his mother's residence, 45 Carlisle Street, James M'Cormick. -- R.I.P.Funeral at 1 p.m. on to-morrow (Wednesday), to Milltown Cemetery.

M'CULLOUGH -- December 9, 1918 (from influenza), at her residence, 11 Meenan Street, Jane Gunning, widow of the late William M'Cullough, Newtownards Road.The remains of our dearly-beloved mother will be removed from above address for interment in City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 3 p.m. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.
When the weary ones we love
Enter on their rest above,
Hush! be every murmur dumb;
It is only "Till He come."
Thy will be done.
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Sons and Daughters.WILLIAM JOHN, ALEXANDER, MARY JANE, AND SARAH M'CULLOUGH.
American and Australian papers please copy.

M'GUCKIN -- December 9, 1918, at Mountjoy, Coalisland, Sarah M'Guckin.Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10 a.m.
Inserted by her Father, JOSEPH M'GUCKIN

O'NEILL -- December 9, 1918, at her residence, Waveney Road, Ballymena, Susan, beloved wife of Wm. O'Neill. -- R.I.P.Funeral from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10 a.m. sharp, to All Saints' Church, thence for interment in Crebilly.
Australian, New Zealand, and Philadelphian papers please copy.

PALMER -- December 9, 1918, at 32 Bruce Street, John, the beloved husband of Rosanna Palmer.His remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10.30 a.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Deeply regretted by his loving Wife and Sons. ROSANNA, JOHN, AND ANDREW PALMER.

BRITISH ORDER OF ANCIENT FREE GARDENERS.
WATER LILY LODGE, No. 229.
PALMER -- The Members of above Lodge and Order are requested to attend the funeral of their late Brother, John Palmer.
CHARLES CALLENDER, W.M., WM. HUGH M'KINSTRY, Secretary, JAMES PARKHILL, District Secretary.

ROGERS -- December 8, 1918, at her residence, Derry, Dromara, Elizabeth, widow of the late Robert Rogers.Her remains will be removed from the above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), for interment in the family-burial-ground, Second Dromara Presbyterian Church, at 12 o'clock noon.

SAXTON -- December 9, 1918, at her residence, 10 Vistula Street, Sarah, dearly-beloved wife of Arthur Saxton.Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 1 p.m., for interment in City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.
A light is from our household gone,
The voice we loved is still.
Inserted by her sorrowing Husband and Son, ARTHUR AND WM. SAXTON.

SPEERS -- December 9, 1918 (from pneumonia), at Mill Street, Comber, Samuel, second and dearly-beloved son of John and Mary Speers.Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m., to Comber New Cemetery.

TATE -- December 10, 1918, at the Hospital, Purdysburn, Florence, eldest daughter of Samuel and Agnes Tate, 30 Beechfield Street. Interment in Broomhedge Cemetery on Thursday, 12th inst., at 10 a.m.
Inserted by her loving Father and Mother, SAMUEL AND AGNES TATE.

Thanks

Mr. HENRY CREE and Mr. and Mrs. JAMES MORGAN and Family desire to return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, especially those who sent floral tributes, and committee and members of Bangor Football Club.Hoping this will be accepted by all. -- 11 King Street, Bangor.

Mr. and Mrs. HANNAN desire to express their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; also to those who sent letters of condolence.Hoping this will be accepted by all. -- 41 Marsden Gardens.

Mr. and Mrs. JOHN HILL desire to express their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; also to those who sent letters of condolence.They gratefully acknowledge the beautiful wreaths sent by the Brethren of Redhall Masonic Lodge, No. 260; also Captain, Officers, and Crew of H.M.T. Divis.Hoping this will be accepted by all. Hillsport, Islandmagee.

Mr. and Mrs. WOODSIDE and Family desire to thank the many kind friends who sympathised with them in the death of their dear son Charlie, and also to his chums in France and the 9th Old Boys' Association for their letters of condolence. "Holmsted," 97 Ardenlee Avenue.

In Memoriam

BROWN -- In fond and loving remembrance of our dear little son John, who departed this life on December 9, 1917, and was interred in Dundonald Cemetery.
An angel took our child away,
Yet we will not repine,
For Jesus in His bosom wears
The flower that once was ours.
Inserted by his loving Father and Mother, GEORGE AND LIZZIE BROWN, 35 M'Clure Street.

DUNN -- In fond and loving memory of my dear husband, Newton Dunn, who died (as the result of an accident at Messrs. Harland & Wolff's) on the 10th December, 1917; also his brother, Cornelius Dunn, who was killed at Messrs. Workman & Clark's on the 25th February, 1918.Both were interred in Carnmoney Burying-ground.
I pray sometimes to see thy face,
But since this cannot be,
I leave you in the care of God,
Who cares for you and me.
On earth there is strife, in Heaven rest;
They miss them most who loved them best.
Still sadly missed by his loving Wife and little Son, MAGGIE AND NEWTON DUNN, 12 Kells Street.

DUNN -- In Loving memory of Newton Dunn, who died on 10th December, 1917.
A day for remembrance sad to recall.
Ever remembered by his sorrowing Brother-in-law and Sister-in-law, JAMES AND JANE SMALL, 67 Meadow Street. Also his Mother-in-law, HARRIETT M'INTOSH.

HOLMES -- In loving memory of my dear husband, James A. Holmes, who died on 10th December, 1917, and was interred in the City Cemetery. Sadly missed by his Wife and Family. 105 Duncairn Gardens.

HOLMES -- In loving remembrance of our dear brother, J.A. Holmes, who entered into rest on December 10, 1917.
Deeply regretted by his loving Mother, Sister, and Brother-in-law, E. DAVIDSON, M.A. and V. PENTLAND, 97 Portallo Street.

For King And Country

CAMPBELL -- Killed in action on November 7, 1918, Private Samuel Campbell, East Yorks Regiment, dearly-beloved husband of Maggie Campbell, 41 Lindsay Street.
Deeply regretted by his loving Wife and little Son.

DUNNING -- August 3, 1918, Pte. David John Dunning (3180), 12th Batt. R.I. Rifles, dearly-beloved son of David and Lavenia Dunning, who passed away at Bona Hospital (from pneumonia) while a prisoner of war in Germany.Taken prisoner on March 21, 1918.
We pictured his safe returning,
And longed to clasp his hand;
But God has postponed the meeting --
It will be in a better land.
Deeply regretted by his loving Father and Mother, Sister and two Brothers, DAVID AND LAVENIA DUNNING, 26 Northland Street.
Canadian papers please copy.

MAGILL -- Killed in action on the 1st November, 1918, Rifleman Charles Magill (49296). 1st Rifle Brigade (formerly of Seaforth Highlanders), youngest son of Samuel and Mary Magill.
Deeply regretted by his loving Father, Mother, Sisters, and Brother, SAMUEL AND MARY MAGILL, 46 Dundela Street, Strandtown.

PILSON -- Killed in action, 16th October, 1918, No. 57510 Sapper Samuel Pilson, R.E., the dearly-loved husband of Agnes Pilson, 135 Canmore Street.
Silently the shadows of evening
Gather round my lonely door;
Silently they bring before me
A face I shall see no more.
Oh! not lost, but gone before me;
Let him never be forgot.
Sweet his memory to the lonely -
In my heart he'll perish not.
Sadly missed by his loving Wife and Family, AGNES PILSON.

Our Heroes -- In Memoriam

HARVEY -- In loving memory of my dear husband, Sergt. John J. Harvey, A.S.C. (Baker), who died on the 10th December, 1916, of illness contracted on active service, and was interred in St. Maire Cemetery, France.
Beyond the stars no storms will beat,
No thorns will pierce our weary feet;
No sad good-byes we e'er shall say,
And see our loved one pass away.
Ever remembered by his loving Wife and Children, SUSAN HARVEY, 35 Silvergrove Street.

PHILEMEY -- In sad and loving memory of our dear son, Rifleman Bobbie Philemey, B Company, 10th Batt. Royal Irish Rifles, died of wounds received in action on the 10th December, 1915.Interred in Mailly Mallet Cemetery, France.
He has gone from our gaze like a beautiful dream.
We scarce can believe it -- how strange it doth seem.
We'd give all we have, be it loss, be it gain,
To gaze on the face of our dear son again.
Ever remembered by his sorrowing Father, Mother, Sisters, and Brothers, 3 Little Distillery Street.

PHILEMEY -- In sad and loving memory of my dear cousin, Bobbie, died of wounds on the 10th December, 1915.
Sleep on, dear cousin, in a soldier's grave;
For your King and country a noble life you gave.
Inserted his Cousin.JIM WILLIAMSON, Royal Air Force (on active service).

Clippings

ULSTER MILITARY NEWS.

BELFAST OFFICER WINS THE M.C. FOR GALLANTRY AT BAKU.

D.C.M. FOR CITY SOLDIER.

Intimation has been received that the Military Cross has been awarded to Lieut. J.L. Craig, 7th Batt. North Staffordshire Regiment, for conspicuous gallantry in the operations against the Turks at Baku, on 26th August.Lieut. Craig is a son of Mr. James Craig, 5 Thorndale Avenue, Belfast.He was wounded on the occasion that he won the decoration, and is now convalescing in India.He has served two years in Mesopotamia, and was one of the cadets of the Queen's University O.T.C. before being appointed to a commission in 1915.

D.C.M. FOR BELFAST MAN.

News has just been received of the award of the Distinguished Conduct Medal to Private T. Rea, Canadian Infantry.The deed for which Private Rea gained the decoration was a particularly gallant and daring one, in which he displayed unusual powers of initiative and resource.On September 28, during the battle for Cambrai, the unit to which Private Rea belongs was held up about 600 yards from its objective by very heavy machine-gun fire.So intense and accurate was the German flow of bullets that it was found impossible to advance, and orders were given for the men to take cover.Meanwhile Private Rea spotted one of the enemy guns and its crew, and, picking up a machine-gun he crawled along until he got behind a small mound of earth, and from this not too advantageous position he blazed away at the enemy and succeeded in routing him.Eventually an officer of the battalion made his way to Rea, and was immediately shot through the head.Another officer then came up, but he also was put out of action, and Private Rea then set about rendering first aid.Seeing that the Germans were so numerous that it would be impossible to move them without the aid of artillery, the resourceful soldier made his way back over very exposed ground, and got an order through to the artillery.Shortly afterwards the Hun was driven out, and the Canadians took their objective.Subsequently this gallant soldier, who is a Belfastman and nephew of Mrs. James Arbuckle, 15 Kingscourt Street, was congratulated on his magnificent conduct by his C. O. and other officers and presented with the ribbon of the D.C.M.

GALLANT GUARDSMAN.

Monday evening's "Gazette" notifies the award of the D.C.M. to 4620 Private R. Tait, 1st Batt. Irish Guards (Limavady, Co. Derry).

For conspicuous gallantry when one of a party was nearly cut off by the enemy.The officer and five men were wounded, and the Lewis gun hit.Private Tait and a sergeant took it in turns to carry the officer and bomb off the enemy rushes.But for the great courage and devotion to duty of this man and the sergeant the wounded would have been captured.As it was, they were safely got back to our lines over open ground swept by machine-gun fire.

30814 Sergt. H. Smyth, 1st Batt. Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, Newtownards, is also awarded the D.C.M.Particulars of his bravery have already been notified in our columns.

DIED IN GERMANY.

Mrs. Dunning, 23 Northland Street, Belfast, has been notified that her son, Private David J. Dunning, 12th Battalion Royal Irish Rifles, who was taken prisoner on March 21, has died from pneumonia in Germany.Private Dunning had four years' service to his credit, and prior to enlistment was employed as a labourer on the Queen's Island.He was a member of the West Belfast U. V. F.

RANK AND FILE LOSSES.

Official news was received on Monday of the death in action on 7th November of Private Samuel Campbell, 1st Battalion East Yorkshire Regiment.Deceased was a son of the late Mr. John Campbell and Mrs. Campbell, 18 Penrose Street, Belfast, and his wife resides at 41 Lindsay Street.He joined the A. S. C. of the Ulster Division in February, 1915, and was afterwards transferred to the East Yorkshire Regiment.He was a plater on the Queen's Island before enlisting.

Private John Davison, 9th Royal Irish Fusiliers, was admitted to the 53rd General Hospital, Boulogne, on the 29th October, suffering from gunshot wound, left ear, received in action on October 25.Previous to joining the colours he was an apprentice rivetter in Messrs. Workman, Clark's.He was one of three brothers serving.Private Hugh Davison, Canadians, and Rifleman Thomas, 2nd Royal Irish Rifles, both making the supreme sacrifice, the former on June 14, 1916, and the latter on March 12, 1915.They are sons of Mr. H. M. Davison (engineering department G. P. O.), 5 Spamount Street, Belfast.

News has reached Mrs. Susan M'Fadden, late of Douglas Bridge, Co. Tyrone, that her husband, Private P. M'Fadden, Royal Innis. Fusiliers, was killed in action on the 7th November.Private M'Fadden had two years' service in France and Egypt.He was a native of Ardstraw.

Private Charles Magill, Seaforth Highlanders, killer in action on 1st November, was a son of Mr. Samuel Magill and Mrs. Magill, 46 Dundela Street, Belfast.He was attached to the 1st Rifle Brigade when he made the supreme sacrifice.Deceased was 19 years of age, and had been three years in the service.His elder brother, William, has been wounded and discharged.Deceased was a grandson of the late Mr. James Magill, Greenisland.

CO. ANTRIM SOLDIER'S RELEASE.

Rifleman William Haughey, 12th Royal Irish Rifles, son of Mr. William Haughey, returned home on Sunday last, having been released from Liege, where he was held a prisoner.Private Haughey, in relating his experiences, stated that he was kept three and four days without food during his captivity, and was made to carry shells for the German artillery.He also stated the Germans released him on the 5th November, six days before the signing of the armistice, and when he left Liege for his tramp to the British lines some kindly Belgians provided him with food and comforts.He will receive a warm welcome from the villagers of Portballintrae and his father who is 88 years of age.

MILITARY FUNERAL IN BELFAST.

The remains of Sergeant-Major A. E. Moring, M. P. S. C., who died on Saturday, were removed this morning from the Victoria Hospital, Belfast, for interment in Dublin.Deceased joined the Royal Berkshire Regiment in 1895, and was rapidly promoted.He served with distinction in the South African War, and on the outbreak of the European War he went to France with his battalion in August, 1914.He saw a good deal of fighting, and held the Mons ribbon and several medals.In May last he was transferred from France to Belfast, and took command of the Detention Barracks, Court Street, a post which he held until his death.Sergeant-Major Moring, who was very popular with his comrades, succumbed to pneumonia.The coffin, which was draped with the Union Jack, was placed on a gun-carriage for conveyance to the Great Northern terminus.A band and party from the Hampshire Regiment escorted the remains.The chief mourners were Mrs. Moring (wife), Lieutenant Moring (brother), and deceased's sister.

BELFAST OFFICER'S GRAVE.

Attention is drawn to a notice elsewhere in this issue asking for information as to the location of the grave of Second-Lieutenant J. Crawford Thompson, 1st Battalion Royal Irish Rifles, who fell in action on 21st March in the St. Quentin retreat.Deceased was in C Company, 9th platoon, and was killed beside Chalk Farm, Haig's Trench, Sereucourt.His parents are anxious to find the last resting-place of their son, and perhaps some of the men of his regiment who fought with him on that day can throw some light on it.

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The image of Lieut. Russell appeared in this issue with the caption "Sub-Lieut. J. M'D. FETHERSTON, R. N. V. R., son of Mr. J. W. Fetherston, Malone Park, Belfast, who has died of pneumonia in the Eastern Mediterranean." However this was corrected in another edition (date unknown) when image of Sub-Lieut. Fetherston appeared with this caption.

The image of Lieut. Russell appeared in another edition (date unknown) and bore the following caption --
"WHITEHEAD OFFICER'S DEATH.
Particulars have now been received of the death, previously reported, of Lieut. Robert Russell, North Staffs Regiment, of The Croft, Whitehead, youngest son of the late Mr. Alfred Russell, The Mount, Belfast.
Lieut. Russell was on active service in Mesopotamia since May, 1916, and at the time of his death was in the Dunsterforce Expedition. He was slightly wounded on the 26th August, and fatally wounded on the 31st August. The officer commanding his battalion writes:-- "He did most exceptional and gallant work on that day (31st August), and also on a previous occasion. I had given him a special job to cover the retirement of another unit in case they were forced back. He did this so well that the unit had practically no casualties in the retirement. He was one of the last to leave the position, and was hit in the body just before coming away. He was carried in by one of our men. Private ------, a long distance, and these two were the actual last to leave. I saw him in the ambulance on his way to the Russian hospital train, and had a word or two with him. He died the same evening in the British hospital in town."

My thanks to Nigel Henderson (www.facebook.com/greatwarbelfastnewspapers) for supplying the image of Sub-Lieut. Fetherston and the correct caption for Lieut. Russell.

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GERMAN SUBS. FOR CHERBOURG.

CHERBOURG. Monday -- The French warship Yser is expected from Harwich.She is escorting a number of German submarines, amongst them being a submersible cruiser of the latest type. -- Central News.

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INSURANCE AGENTS' STRIKE.

PROSECUTION AT PORTADOWN.

At Portadown Petty Sessions -- before Mr. D. F. Bell, J. P., and other magistrates -- District-Inspector Tyndall prosecuted Robert J. Hewitt for an offence under the Conspiracy and Protection of Property Act.

Mr. F. J. Anderson, C. S., who appeared to prosecute, said a gentleman named Alexander Church was assistant superintendent of the Refuge Assurance Co., Ltd., and the defendant was assistant superintendent of the Prudential Assurance Co.It appeared that the defendant was on strike at the time.On the 2nd November Alexander Church was collecting premiums for the Refuge Assurance Co.The defendant met him, and, jumping off his bicycle, told him he would collect no premiums that day, that he would go with him and see that.Defendant went with Church to five houses, and in each he told the person who in the ordinary course would have paid the premium not to pay Church, and that he was keeping another man out of a job.

It was stated in evidence that the reason Church was collecting the premiums was because the agents were on strike.

Mr. V. Wilson, who appeared for the defence, examined several of the Refuge Co.'s agents, who stated that while a number of them were with Church in a public-house on the previous Saturday it was arranged that Hewitt should accompany Church on his rounds on the Monday and obstruct him in the manner described.

W. R. Richardson swore that while they were talking about the strike Church said he would be starting to collect on Monday morning and invited Hewitt to "come and do all the harm you can, for I don't care I never collect a penny for the Refuge Assurance Co."It was Church who stood the drink.Church was playing the ball with both hands, and said he was entirely in sympathy with the strikers.

Mr. Wilson contended that Church was a "twister," that it was by arrangement that Hewitt followed him, and that his calling him a blackleg was camouflage to deceive the people.It was a put-up job in the public-house.

Mr. Anderson said if it was a put-up job of course the magistrates would not convict.He was not there to support a put-up job, but the authorities did not consider it a put-up job.This man Church complained to the police immediately afterwards, the whole facts were reported to the Castle, and a prosecution was ordered.

Their Worships fined the defendant 20s and 11s costs.

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ENGLISH M. P.'S DIVORCE CASE.

Commander Josiah Wedgwood, M. P. for Newcastle-under-Lyne, was respondent in the Divorce Court to the suit of his wife, Ethel, who claimed a divorce on the usual grounds.Mrs. Wedgwood said she was married in 1894.There were seven children.Last May she secured a decree for restitution of conjugal rights, and it had not been complied with.Evidence was given that respondent stayed with a lady last August.

Mr. Justice Coleridge granted a decree nisi, with costs, and custody of the children.

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FREEDOM OF THE SEAS.

BALTIMORE, Monday. -- Speaker Clark, addressing the Southern Commercial Congress to-day, expressed the opinion that President Wilson could be relied upon to secure the freedom of the seas at the Peace Conference.

He declared that the American foreign trade must be greatly expanded if the prosperity of the United States is to be increased or even maintained."We fought the Central Powers to obtain the freedom of the seas.That's the chief reason why we entered the war," he added. -- Central News.

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NEARING POLLING DAY.

ACTIVITY IN BELFAST.

VIEWS OF OUR READERS.

With the approach of polling day election activity becomes more apparent in Belfast.Canvassers are hard at work all over the city, candidates, in public halls and at street corners, are addressing the electors with a vehemence that does not diminish as Saturday draws near, while the Sub-Sheriff is steadily completing the arrangements for the biggest election task that has yet devolved upon him.The most important of the outstanding meetings is that fixed for to-morrow evening in the Ulster Hall, at which Sir Edward Carson and a number of the other candidates in the city will speak.There has been a great demand for tickets, and those who intend to be present would do well to come early.The doors will be opened at 6.30 p.m., from which hour there will be an organ recital.

LETTER FROM SIR E. CARSON.

Sir Edward Carson, in a letter to the Press, says:--

May I draw the serious attention of the Unionist voters in the various divisions of Belfast to the advice given yesterday by the Roman Catholic Bishop of Down, that "all Nationalists should vote against the Carson candidates."

Every vote should be given to the officially-selected Unionist candidate, in order to defeat the efforts of the Most Reverend Bishop to weaken the Ulster position.

I greatly deplore the dissension amongst Unionists in the Ormeau and St. Anne's Divisions, but, in view of the Bishop's action, I rely upon the electors to close up their ranks, and in Ormeau to support Mr. Moles, and in St. Anne's to support Mr. Burn. -- Yours faithfully,
                EDWARD CARSON.

BISHOP MACRORY'S ADVICE.

"No Surrender" writes:-- In view of the Roman Catholic Bishop's pronouncement on Sunday for every Nationalist to vote "against the Carsonite candidate," it behoves every Protestant worthy of the name to record his and her vote in favour of that candidate.The Roman Catholics will all vote against, therefore every Protestant must vote for Sir Edward Carson's supporter.Let there be no apathy.The spectacle of the R. C. Bishops making their flocks toe the line, and taking such a prominent part in the election, shows us, if we did not know before, how the land lies.They are all united against the "common enemy," meaning the Protestants.Therefore, let the"common enemy" answer the insolent challenge by returning the Carsonite candidate triumphant everywhere.Never was there a man who did more for a people than Sir Edward Carson for Ulster.He saved us from the degradation of Home Rule and Rome Rule at a time when we were surrounded by traitors and enemies and had scarcely a friend to champion our cause.Some people have forgotten the debt we owe our leader in a very short time.Such factionists, who are trying to betray us now, should be quickly sent about their business, and taught that the loyal followers of an honourable and trusted leader will have none of them.Sir Edward never lead us astray yet, and we will trust him "to the death."Protestants, unite; sink all petty differences and show our enemies -- Nationalists, Sinn Feiners, and R.C. priests and bishops -- that our rallying cry is still the same as that of our gallant lads at the Somme on the memorable 1st July -- "No Surrender!"

THE ORMEAU CONTEST.

Mr. Samuel Leighton, 340 Ravenhill Road, Belfast, writes:-- It is very regrettable there should be any disunion amongst the Unionists of Ormeau.There is one argument which should decide the issue as between Mr. Stewart and Mr. Moles.Sir Edward Carson is our trusted leader, and we own him every allegiance and support for the invaluable services he has rendered to our cause.If that be so, then we should recognise his right to select the men whom he wishes to lead in the House of Commons.

He wants Mr. Moles, and his wishes should be respected.If Ormeau is true to him it should not allow itself to be side-tracked into any other position.

For this reason, and putting aside every other consideration, I hope Ormeau will honour itself by honouring the wishes of Sir Edward Carson.

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"GOD HELP IRELAND."

SAYS A TIPPERARY PRIEST.

SINN FEIN AND "DAMNED SOULS."

There were stormy scenes at a meeting in the Tipperary Town Hall on Sunday afternoon in support of Mr. Cullinan, the Irish Nationalist Parliamentary candidate, and Monsignor Ryan, who presided, was interrupted during the greater part of his speech.

Monsignor Ryan, in his opening remarks, referred in indignant terms to a description given of him at a recent Sinn Fein meeting in Tipperary as "a political blasphemer, and a man who owing to his early teaching, had never learned to love his country, and should never dabble in politics."It surely was not "political blasphemy" to declare his loyalty to Parnell and Davitt.

A DEFENCE OF THE IRISH SOLDIER.

Continuing, Monsignor Ryan said -- I suppose I will be told as they were told in Dublin, that the men who fought for liberty abroad were "damned souls"; but if I am to suffer damnation -- and I say it with all reverence -- I will choose those men to be my companions, and I say that the men who died on the plains of Flanders and France were as good Irishmen as ever drew breath. (Loud applause.)They shed their blood in the cause of liberty.

At this there were angry interruptions from the same direction of the audience and Monsignor Ryan, raising his voice above the din, said -"If I am to be damned, I will be damned with Willie Redmond and Tom Kettle!"I decline to apologise for bringing in these personal matters.

Many years ago I was invited to Dublin Castle, and I showed the invitation to Archbishop Croker and my answer to it.I said to the person who invited me that if I went to Dublin Castle I should never be able to return to Tipperary.

A Voice -- "What answer did you make in Easter week when you offered the services of the National Volunteers to the British Government?"

Monsignor Ryan -- That is a deliberate lie.

Loud applause and interruptions followed.A man at the back was seized upon and was about to be thrust through a window, from which he would have got a dangerous fall; when a policeman pulled him back, and he was removed from the gallery.The uproar became general, and Monsignor Ryan found it impossible to make himself heard.

Mr. Cullinan came to the front of the platform, and shouted -- "It's a lie to say that the services of the National Volunteers were offered to the Government to shoot down their fellow-countrymen in Easter week, and the men who say it are convicted liars."

The uproar now became worse than ever, and eventually a move was made to eject the interrupters.A number of ladies at the front, dreading violence in their vicinity, got on to the platform for safety.In the general turmoil chairs were raised.Mr. David Sheehy jumped off the platform and joined in ejecting the interrupters, who then left, and after a brief scuffle on the stairs quiet was restored and maintained to the end of the meeting.

Monsignor Ryan -- I think we have seen what Sinn Fein means.If this is liberty of speech, and if this is the liberty we are promised in Ireland, then all I can say is, God help Ireland!

The "Irish News," which is understood particularly to voice the views of Mr. Devln [sic], says to-day:--

Does Father O'Flanagan lend his imprimatur to the following manifesto published by the Sinn Fein Executive:

"In this election will you vote for the faith of Tone, Davitt, and Parnell? Or

"Will you vote for that of Arthur Lynch, Stephen Gwynn, W. Arthur Redmond, T. L. Esmond -- all of the English Army? As you decide, so shall it be recorded for you.You can have community with Ireland's heroic dead on the one hand, or with THE DAMNED SOULS of those others,from M'Murragh downwards, on the other." [The only comment it is necessary to make on the above is that the Nationalist party does not hesitate to avail itself of the aid of these individuals in Derry City, East Down, and Tyrone, and that Mr. Smillie (President of the Miners' Federation), for the Labour party, looks forward to obtaining their assistance in Parliament.]

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BELFAST EMPIRE.

Miss May Connolly, the Irish soprano, was given a hearty reception at the Belfast Empire last evening, her rendering of "The Irish Emigrant," "Come Back to Erin," and "Mary of Argyle" being thoroughly appreciated.Desmond Crean proved a very entertaining character impersonator.Cooper and Baines are a couple of mirth-provoking artistes; while Jock Costelloe proved himself a very clever dancer, his performance on a wire rope being specially interesting. Other enjoyable contributions were given by Jock Trueman, baritone; Miss Mollie Kemp, soprano; the Aranneys, comedy acrobats; and Leo Barry, comedian and dancer.

BELFAST HIPPODROME.

The large crowds attending the Royal Hippodrome on Monday evening thoroughly enjoyed the top-notch programme presented."The Absent-Minded Husband" is a delightful little sketch, submitted by Miss Louie Pounds, which keeps the house rocking with mirth from start to finish.There is nothing "heavy" about the sketch, but fun-making opportunities are made the most of by a talented actress, who is assisted by Mr. Leslie N. Clare and Miss Nora Wadeley."Jerry and Company, Builders," were given a cordial reception on their return visit to Belfast.Other enjoyable items were... [article continued].

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ULSTER WOMEN'S GIFT FUND

SUBSCRIPTIONS RECEIVED DURING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER, 1918

PRISONERS OF WAR FUND.

                                                                                                                             
The Prisoners of War Food and Clothing Fund (Men's Committee), per David M'Kee, Esq. (hon. treas.) £10,000 0 0
Knock Golf Club, per Knock Club Concert Scheme, Mr. F. Hoey (chairman), and Mr. J. K. Christie (hon. treas.) 900 0 0
Part Proceeds of War Charity Football Match, per Councillor John Warwick 550 0 0
Malone Golf Club, per Mr. Alex. Montgomery 500 0 0
Ballymoney and District P. O. W. Fund, per Mr. John Knox 400 0 0
Proceeds of Six Road Ends Fete, Ballygrainey, per Rev. Wilson Marshall 380 14 4
Proceeds of Glen Fete, Newry, held on 29th August, organised by Mrs. Mullan and Miss Barcroft 321 4 10
Ballymena and Rural Districts P. O. W. Fund, per Mrs. Porter (monthly 269 10 0
Co. Monaghan P. O. W. Fund, per Miss Murray-Ker:--
Ballybay District £45 1 6
Ballinode District 28 0 0
Carrickmacross District 5 0 0
Clones District 69 10 0
Dartrey District 7 5 0
Glaslough District 22 0 0
Monaghan District 41 4 7
Newbliss District 21 13 6
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The Old Crocks' Sports and Flag Day, per Mr. Robert M'Cann 200 0 0
9th (N. I. H.) R. Irish Fusiliers P. O. W. Fund, per Mrs. S. W. Blacker, and Mrs. Bramston Newman (monthly) 200 0 0
9th Inniskilling Fusiliers' Comforts Fund, per Miss Maud Herdman (monthly) 169 0 0
Lisburn and District P. O. W. Fund, per Mr. O. Wilson (monthly) 140 0 0
Presented by the Members of the Down Royal Corporation of Horse Breeders, being share of extra money charged for Race Cards at the Maze Races held on 13th and 15th July, per Mr. Frank Barbour 131 14 6
Proceds of Entertainments given by the Donacloney Comedy Company, per Mr. Wm. Liddell (Cadet R. A. F.) 115 8 8
Carrickfergus P. O. W. Committee, per Mr. J. Graham (monthly) 100 0 0
Lurgan P. O. W. Fund, per Mr. Louis Richardson 100 0 0
"Anonymous" 100 0 0
Major H. R. Charley, R.I.R., per Mr. E.J. Charley 100 0 0
Mr. Samuel Herald, Ormeau Road 100 0 0
The Irish Preserve and Confectionery Co., Ltd., per Mr. Saml. Herald 100 0 0
Banbridge Comforts Fund, per Mr. S. G. Fenton (monthly) 92 17 0
Larne and District P. O. W. Fund, per Mrs. W. Holmes (monthly) 87 10 0
Bangor Monthly Collection, per Mr. J. Milliken 85 0 0
The Business Men's Committee West Belfast Comforts' Fund, per Mr. Thomas M'Allister 75 0 0
Whitehouse, Greencastle and District (2 months) 62 14 5
Messrs. Finlay & Co., High Street (being amount realised by sales between the hours of 3 and 4 o'clock on Saturday, 12th October) 61 11 3
Proceeds of Collection in Windsor Presbyterian Church, per Mr. James Blossington 60 0 0
Proceeds of Fete in the Giants' Ring on 14th September, organised and conducted by the Employees of the St. Ellen Works, per Mr. T. Bell 50 0 0
Masonic War Relief Committee, per Mr. M. H. Turnbull 50 0 0
Armagh Comforts' Fund for R. Irish Fusiliers, per Mr. Fredk. Maxwell (monthly) 50 0 0
Mr. Geo. Graves, Piccadilly Chambers, Coventry St. W., per The Dirty Club 50 0 0
York St. Flax Spinning Co., Ltd., per Sir Wm. Crawford (monthly) 50 0 0
Messrs. M'Caw, Stevenson & Orr, Ltd. 50 0 0
Collected by the Members of Fitzroy Avenue Presbyterian Church Choir, Per Mr. S. W. M'Cormick and Mrs. Moffatt (2 months) 46 3 10
Dervock and District P. O. W. Fund, per Mrs. Miller 44 0 0
Monthly Collection in Antrim and Muckamore, per Mrs. Collis:--
Collected by --
Miss L. M. Clark £8 13 9
Mrs. Collis 6 18 3
Miss M'Farlane 4 15 0
Misses B. and N. Collis 4 3 3
Mrs. Moody 4 0 9
Miss L. M'Manus 3 6 11
Mrs. Warwick 3 7 6
Mrs. Malseed and Miss Kelly 3 1 0
Mrs. Holmes 2 8 5
Miss West 2 5 2
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Proceeds of Entertainment held on 13th and 14th September in Antrim and Muckamore, per Mrs. Collis 42 14 3
Collected by the Workers in connection with North Belfast Mission, People's Hall, York Street, per Mr. H. B. Brandon 40 0 0
Portadown Comforts' Fund for the Royal Irish Fusiliers, per Mr. J. Sydney Bright (monthly) 40 0 0
Coleraine P. O. W. Committee, per Mrs. Hugh T. Barrie (monthly) 37 10 0
Proceeds of Gymkhana and Collection at Maralin, per Mr. H.K. Spence (hon. treasurer) 37 2 0
Belfast Cathedral Congregation Collection, per Mrs. Macauley and Mrs. Carbery (monthly) 36 13 11
Proceeds of Ballot organised in aid of P. O. W. Fund, per Mrs. M'Clure, Clontarf 36 0 0
Part Proceeds of Fete held in Botanic Gardens on 28th September, per Union Jack Committee 34 8 7
South Shipyard Platers and Platers' Apprentices, Messrs. Workman, Clark, & Co., Ltd., per Mr. Isaac Bell 33 0 3
The Mayoress of Scarborough P. O. W. Committee, per Miss A. E. Brown (3 months) 31 10 0
Donaghadee Monthly Collection, per Mr. Wm. Johnston 30 0 0
Doagh and Surrounding Districts, per Mr. Thomas Wilson (monthly) 30 0 0
Dunmurry Monthly Collection: -
Per Mrs. Beattie 8 17 0
" Miss K. M'Murray 5 18 0
" Mrs. James Press 5 4 11
" Mrs. S. Retausse 3 2 4
" Dunmurry Mill 1 19 7
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York Street Presbyterian Church, per Mr. Wm. Gordon (monthly) 25 1 0
The Portrush Needlework Guild, per Mrs. M'Morris 25 0 0
The Employees of the Loop Bridge Weaving Co., Ltd., per Mr. F. Gardiner (monthly) 25 0 0
Mr. Stanley Ferguson, Windsor Park (6 months) 25 0 0
The Ladies Working Party, Chancellor Memorial Reformed Presbyterian Church, per Mrs. Kennedy 25 0 0
Messrs. Wm. Liddell & Co., Ltd., Upper Queen Street (monthly) 25 0 0
Willowfield Unionist Club Benefit, per Dr. Wm. Gibson 23 4 7
Duncairn Presbyterian Church, per Mrs. Bowden (monthly) 22 0 3
The Workers in York Street Flax Spinning Co., Ltd., York Road Mills (apart from Tradesmen) (monthly) 21 16 7
Collecting Boxes:-
Mrs. Taggart, Court Street 0 17 10
Mrs. Martin 0 13 11
Mrs. Thompson 0 6 7
Employees of Messrs J. F. Haig & Co 0 5 11
Bedford Street 2 16 10
Mrs. Gilmore 0 7 10
The Assembling Dept. Messrs. J. B. Ferguson, per Mrs. Brims 0 13 6
The Machine Shop, Messrs. J. B. Ferguson, per Miss Gibson 2 3 10
Aircraft Dept. Messrs. J. B. Ferguson, per Miss Howard 2 8 11
Offices, Repair and Vulcanizing Departments, Messrs. J. B. Ferguson, per Miss Howard 1 10 5
Ladies' Committee, Shipley Soldiers, Sailors and P. O. W. Fund, per Miss Cromack 0 15 0
Mrs. Easton, Whiteabbey 0 16 2
Mrs. Baille, Glentane Street 1 13 1
Belfast and Counties Club, per Mr. B. Walkington (monthly) 4 1 4
Mrs. Allen, Cupar St. Factory 1 6 1
Mrs. Hanna, Lambeg Corner 0 18 8
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Mr. Thos. Hume, U.S.A., per Mrs. Lowry, Hove 21 0 0
Collected in Castlewellan and District, per Mr. J. Murland (monthly) 20 11 10
Per Mrs. Hogg, Whitehouse:-
Collected at Celtic Football Ground 5 10 0
Collected at Distillery Football Ground 14 12 0
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First Presbyterian Church, Armagh, per Mr. R. J. Patterson (monthly) 20 1 11
"A Friend." Per Lady Richardson 20 0 0
Mrs. Holt Waring, Waringstown (monthly) 20 0 0
Whiteabbey Presbyterian Church Women's Working Guild, per Mrs. MacKeown (monthly) 20 0 0
Messrs. Barron & Co., Ltd., Boyne Bridge Works, per Mr. W. Scott (2 months) 20 0 0
Holywood Women's Comforts' Fund, per Mrs. J. C. Barr 20 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Allen, Stormont Castle (monthly) 20 0 0
Newcastle Monthly House-to-House Collection, per Mrs. Watson 20 0 0
The Foremen and Workers of Messrs. Jas. Mackie & Sons, Ltd. (monthly) 20 0 0
The Co. Down Weaving Co., Ltd., per Mr. F. W. Woods (2 months) 20 0 0
The Committee of Ballyclare Dramatic Society, per Mr. J. Patterson 20 0 0
Helen's Bay Monthly Collection, per Miss Garratt 19 0 11
The Employees Messrs. Henry Campbell & Co., Ltd. (6 months) 18 0 0
Major the Earl of Kilmorey London 18 0 0
The Lenaderg Guild, per Mrs. Dickson (monthly) 16 8 0
Proceeds of Whist Drive in the Shaftesbury on 4th October, organised by Mrs. Oldham and Mrs. Rutherford 16 0 0
Newtownards Parish Church, per Mr. T. R. Lavery (monthly) 15 6 7
The Mayoress of Derry and Ladies of the Derry Committee, per Mr. Hume Babington (monthly) 15 0 0
Mourne Presbyterian Church Women's Guild, per Mrs. M'Mordie 15 0 0
M'Quiston Memorial Presbyterian Church, per Mr. D. R. Moffatt (3 months) 15 0 0
Part Proceeds of Sale at Gartree, Co. Antrim, per Rev. K. Singleton 15 0 0
Great Victoria Street Presbyterian Church, per Mr. W. H. Andrews, J.P. 14 5 6
11th Inniskilling Fusiliers Comforts' Fund (monthly) 14 0 0
Derriaghey District, per Rev. C.E.Quin, Dunmurry (monthly) 13 19 11
St. Thomas' Church (monthly) 13 10 6
The Mayoress of Derry P. O. W. Fund, per U.V.F. Comforts' Fund, per Mr. R. W. Savilie (monthly) 13 10 0
Proceeds of Collection in Magheradroll Parish Church (monthly) 13 8 3
Mountpottinger Methodist Church (2 months) 13 4 0
Proceeds of Dance at Dundrum, per Miss Duncan 13 0 0
Mrs. Alexander, Waterside, Londonderry (monthly) 12 15 0
Moneymore Women's Work Guild, per Mrs. Cooney (donation and 2 months) 12 10 0
Desertlyn (Moneymore) Parish Fund, per Mr. James L. Cooney (2 months) 12 0 0
Mrs. Fred Gardiner, Malone Road (6 months) 12 0 0
Proceeds of Raffle for Necklace presented by Miss Andrews, per Mrs. Geo. M'Ildowie 12 0 0
Collected in Scarva, per Rev. P. A. Kelly (monthly) 11 12 6
Per Mrs. Carbery, Ashfield, Strandtown:-- monthly.
Capt. D. J. O. Sinclair £6 0 9
Capt. A. J. A. Pollock 2 7 3
Mrs. Thomas Sinclair 1 1 0
Mrs. Carbery 2 2 0
  ------------------ 11 11 0
Berry Street Presbyterian Church, per Mr. W. J. Rankin and Mr. S. H. Mitchell (two Retiring Collections) 11 1 10
The Artists and Staff of the Royal Hippodrome, per Mr. H.T. Downs 10 10 0
The "Belfast News-Letter" (monthly) 10 10 0
Proceeds of Sale of Vegetables (grown by Plot Holders of South Belfast District,held at Cadogan Park Plots, per Mr. F. Stafford 10 8 6
Fortwilliam Park Presbyterian Church, per Mr. James Hyndman 10 4 0
Mrs. Harold Barbour, Lisburn (monthly) 10 0 0
Mrs. Trench, Limavady (monthly) 10 0 0
Mr. R. Garrett Campbell, Royal Avenue (monthly) 10 0 0
Strean Presbyterian Church, Newtownards, per Miss B. M. Meikle (monthly) 10 0 0
A Few Members of Newcastle Presbyterian Church, per Rev. J. Keers (monthly) 10 0 0
Hilden and Lambeg Working Society, per Mrs. J. S. Reade (monthly) 10 0 0
Clough Presbyterian Church, per Miss Cromie (monthly) 10 0 0
Stranocum and District, per Mrs. Ford Hutchinson (monthly) 10 0 0
The Misses Paul, Adelaide Park (2 months) 10 0 0
Mrs. Edwin Hughes, Craigavad (3 mon's) 10 0 0
Col. and Mrs. Chichester, Castledawson (10 months) 10 0 0
Mrs. Duffin, Dunowen (12 months) 10 0 0
Proceeds of Ballot for Pen Painted Table Centre, per Miss D. C. Anderson, Jordanstown 10 0 0
The Staff and Warehouse Employees of York Street Flax Spinning Co., Ltd., per Miss S. Elliott 10 0 0
Lord Erne, Crom Castle, Newtownbutler 10 0 0
Mr. F. F. Gardiner, Malone Road 10 0 0
Lieut. D. H. Wright, per Messrs. Cox & Co. 10 0 0
Miss A. E. Hogan, St. Briavels, Gloucestershire, per Sir Robt. Liddell 10 0 0
Carrickfergus Castle War Guild (part Proceeds of Fete held at Seapark in September) per Mrs. Graham 10 0 0
Bradford P. O. W. Fund, per F. Ogden Whiteley, Esq., F.S.A.A. 10 0 0
Colonel Davis, Malone Park 10 0 0
Markethill Red Cross War Depot, per Mrs. Sinton 10 0 0
The Young Ladies' Sewing Guild, The Bank Buildings 10 0 0
St. Patrick's Masonic Lodge, No. 77 Newry, per S. Edgar Martin, Esq., M.D. 10 0 0
"A Friend," per Lady Richardson 10 0 0
Subscriptions from Relatives of Prisoners, per Mrs. Porter, Ballymena (monthly) 9 19 6
Proceeds of a Praise Service given by the Ballyclare Orpheus Male Choir, per Mr. J. Patterson 9 13 0
The Employees of Messrs. Stevenson & Son, Ltd., Dungannon, per Mr. W. E. Stevenson (monthly) 9 0 0
Curran and Castledawson District, per Mrs. Chichester (3 months) 9 0 0
Collected in Hyde Park and from Workers of Messrs. H. J. M'Bride & Son, Ltd., (monthly) 9 0 0
Ilkeston P. O. W. Fund, per Mrs. J. A. Donald (3 months) 9 0 0
Messrs. Peak Frean & Co., Ltd., London (4 months) 9 0 0
London Guarantee and Accident Co., Ltd. 9 0 0
Proceeds of Collection in Killyleagh Parish Church, per Rev. W. T. Browne 8 14 5
The Counting House Messrs. Harland & Wolff, per Mr. Mitchell (2 months) 8 10 0
Proceeds of Work made by Miss Ethel Stevenson, Malone Park 8 10 0
Proceeds of Collection in Garmany's Grove Presbyterian Church, per Rev. S. Lewis, Castleblayney 8 7 0
Collected by the Members of St. Mary Magdalene Church, per Mr. R. C. Owen 8 3 5
Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Pryde, Ballymena (2 months) 8 0 0
Mr. John M'Connell, Limavady (2 months) 8 0 0
The Countess of Clanwilliam, Montalto, Ballynahinch (6 months) 8 0 0
Castleton Presbyterian Church, per Mrs. Knowles and Miss Lorimer 8 0 0
Mr. Joseph Wherry, Dungannon (4 months) 8 0 0
Mr. Davidson, Castleton Gardens (4 months) 8 0 0
Part Proceeds of Collection in Frankford Presbyterian Church, per Rev. S. Lewis, Castleblayney 7 10 0
Westland Road Plot-holders, per H. C. H. 7 8 0
Proceeds of Offertories from Downpatrick Parish Church & Hollymount Parish Church, per Mr. S. M'Murray 7 6 2
Tempo Collection, per Mrs. S. R. Gibson -
Miss A. Kerr and Miss M. Crozier 1 12 1
Miss J. Nelson and Miss F. Mills 3 10 9
Mrs. Rodgers 0 9 2
Messrs. Tubman 0 16 0
Mr. W. Ferris 0 17 0
  ------------------ 7 5 0
Gowanlea P. O. W. Fund, Port-Glasgow, per Mrs. Gibb (3 months) 7 4 0
Ashfield Parish, per Miss Clements (monthly) 7 0 0
Proceeds of Sale of Bead Necklaces from Porter's Girls' School, Apsley Street, per Miss Harrison 7 0 0
Proceeds of Collections in Corvalley Presbyterian Church, Carrickmacross. 6 15 2
Heybridge P. O. W. Fund, per Mr. A. E. May (2 months) 6 15 0
The Dudley Patriotic Committee, per Mr. L. C. Honey (monthly) 6 15 0
Rushden P. O. W. Relief Fund Committee (monthly) 6 15 0
S. E. Cornwall P. O. W. Committee, per Mr. E. W. Rashleigh (4 months) 6 15 0
First Presbyterian Church, Moneymore, per Rev. W. Reid (monthly) 6 10 0
Collected in Randalstown and District, per Mrs. W. H. Webb 6 5 5
Castlerock Presbyterian Church, per W. Snoddy, Esq. (monthly) 6 2 4
Mr. and Mrs. W. H. K. Lowry, Newcastle (3 months) 6 0 0
Proceeds of Ballot for Cushion made and raffled by Mrs. Patton, Woodvale Road 6 0 0
Mrs. Olphert, Dublin (2 months) 6 0 0
The Committee of Our Boys at the Front Fund, Dromore, per Mr. H. E. Monteith (3 months) 6 0 0
Mr. James Neill, Fortwilliam Park (6 months) 6 0 0
Richhill, per Miss Best and Miss Jackson (monthly) 6 0 0
H. C. Earl, Esq., M. D., Dublin (2 m'ths) 6 0 0
Kettering P. O. W.Fund (monthly) 6 0 0
Mr. W. H. Elwood, jun., Dublin Road (6 months) 6 0 0
Monthly House-to-House Collection in Donaghendry, Stewartstown, per Mr. E. Hutchinson (monthly) 6 0 0
Miss E. Penrose, Oxford (6 months) 6 0 0
Clarence Factory, per Miss Worrall 6 0 0
Hornsey P. O. W. Fund, per Miss Bennell, B.A. (monthly) 5 18 0
Collection for P. O. W. in Bryansford and District, per the Countess of Roden 5 12 6
Per Mrs. T. J. Andrews, Comber:-
Mr. and Mrs. Murphy and Family (4 months) 1 12 0
Mrs. T. J. Andrews (3 months) 1 12 0
Mr. and Mrs. Glover and Family (3 months) 1 4 0
Mrs. Minnis (3 months) 1 4 0
  ------------------ 5 12 0
Mrs. Buchanan, Fintona (monthly) 5 10 0
Larne Work Party, per Mrs. J. G. Wilson (monthly) 5 10 0
Mr. Alfred H. Sinton, Tandragee (monthly) 5 5 0
Dr. William Killen, Clifton Street 5 5 0
Kilrea and District, per Miss Clark (2 months) 5 3 6
Mrs. Kell, Donegall Park (monthly) 5 0 0
Mr. Jas. Lowenthal, Windsor Park (monthly) 5 0 0
Miss Blakiston-Houston, Orangefield (monthly) 5 0 0
Kilkeel P. O. W. Fund, per Mrs. M'Clure (monthly) 5 0 0
Messrs. W. J. Jenkins & Co., Ltd., Linenhall Street W. (monthly) 5 0 0
Mrs. Cunningham, Fortwilliam Park (3 months) 5 0 0
Proceeds of Collections at Garrison Church services, per Major the Rev. M. Archdale (3 months) 5 0 0
Mrs. Kirk, Londonderry (2 months) 5 0 0
Miss Stranahan, Newcastle (5 months) 5 0 0
Mrs. Hugh Ross, Adelaide Park (5 months) 5 0 0
Major and Mrs. Dobbs, Carrickfergus (5 months) 5 0 0
Mrs. Willis, Annalong (3 months) 5 0 0
Mrs. Dunlop, Holywood (5 months) 5 0 0
Aghabog Parish, per Rev. J. Watterson (2nd sub.) 5 0 0
The Funds of the Convalescent Hospital, Holywood, Regimental Institutes a/c, per Major B.H.M. Fox 5 0 0
Y. M. C. A. Tea Bar, Enniskillen, per Mr. James Johnston 5 0 0
The Lord Bishop of Down, Connor, and Dromore 5 0 0
Miss E. M. Mosse, Mount Lyons 5 0 0
Mrs. Blakiston-Houston, Ballywalter 5 0 0
The Dublin Road R. P. Church, Women's Work Society, per Miss K. W. Houston 5 0 0
Commercial Boating Club (Proceeds of Dance held on 9th inst.), per Mr. J. H. M'Ilveen and Mr. H. Murphy 5 0 0
Mrs. Torrens, Whiteabbey 5 0 0
Proceeds of Bowling Tournament held under the auspices of the Ormeau United Bowling Clubs in Ormeau Park, on Saturday, 28th September, per Mr. H. J. Deering 5 0 0
Park Proceeds of Mrs. Montgomery's Sale, Fivemiletown, per Rev. Thomas Dagg 5 0 0
Mr. Richard Garratt, North Howard Street 5 0 0
Mrs. Prescott, Marlboro' Park, C 5 0 0
The Countess of Antrim, Glenarm 5 0 0
Stewartstown Blue Masonic Lodge, No. 479, per Mr. D. Hutchinson 5 0 0
Proceeds of Whist Drive held on 24thOctober, at "Linden," Myrtlefield Park, per Mrs. James Armstrong 5 0 0
Miss L. O'Rourke Dickey, London, per Mrs. Garratt Campbell 5 0 0
Tynemouth P. O. W. Fund, per Mrs. M'Connell (2 months) 4 16 0
Mrs. Tate, Rosetta Villas (2 months) 4 15 0
Collected in Upper Greenisland, per Mrs. Shannon (monthly) 4 15 0
Ramelton Penny per Week Collection, per Mrs. J. P. Patterson 3 18 10
Proceeds of Raffle 0 15 8
  ------------------ 4 14 6
A Few Friends, per Mr. Humphrey, Guilford 4 13 7
Monthly Collection by the Pupils of Ballyboley Upper National School, per Mr. Cunningham (monthly) 4 12 9
The Viscountess Massereene and Ferrard, Antrim (6 months) 4 10 0
Saintfield Parish Church, per Rev. S. Irvine Graham (monthly) 4 10 0
Sheffield P. O. W. Help Committee, per Miss G. Wood (3 months) 4 10 0
Portstewart Subscribers, per Miss Anderson (monthly) 4 10 0
Subscriptions from Relatives of Prisoners, per Lady Liddell, Donacloney 4 7 0
Proceeds of Ballot for Doll's Bed, per Miss Arnold, at 203 Antrim Road 4 5 0
Malone Church Afternoon S. School 4 3 9
Co. Clare P. O. W. Fund Committee, per Mrs. Studdert (2 months) 4 0 0
Mrs. Boyd, Bangor (monthly) 4 0 0
Mrs. Monteith, York Street (monthly) 4 0 0
"F. R. D." (monthly) 4 0 0
Dr. Graves, Cookstown (monthly) 4 0 0
The Port of London Authority, W. India Docks (monthly) 4 0 0
Mr. J. B. Hanna, Bedford Street (2 months) 4 0 0
A Few Members of Alexandra Park Bowling Club, per Mr. J. Forsythe 4 0 0
Proceeds of Sale of Parcel at Doagh, per Mr. Thos. Wilson 4 0 0
Proceeds of Competition held at Ormeau Golf Club (Ladies' Branch) per Mrs.M'Murray 4 0 0
The Workers of Ravarnette Weaving Factory, per Mrs. Sinton (monthly) 4 0 0
Miss M'Cleery, Antrim Road (monthly) 4 0 0
Mrs. Tawse, Holywood 4 0 0
Mrs. Jas. Wallace, University Street (4 months) 4 0 0
Moville Presbyterian Church, per Rev. Joseph M'Corkell 4 0 0
Mrs. Butler, Norwich 4 0 0
Miss Morrison, Kingstown (monthly) 3 17 6
The Committee of Ladies of 2nd Presbyterian Church, Islandmagee, per Mrs. M'Cready (monthly) 3 17 0
Mrs. Vance, Riverside, Antrim 3 15 0
Mr. Wm. Spence, Dublin (monthly) 3 15 0
The Staff, Messrs. Richard Johnston, Nephew, Ltd., Manchester (monthly) 3 15 0
Mr. J. Lemon, Londonderry (monthly) 3 10 0
Mr. G. L. Connor, Lisburn Road (m'thly) 3 10 0
The Social Dept., Messrs. Rowntree and Co., Ltd., York (monthly) 3 10 0
Mrs. Haslett, Bawnmore Road (m'thly) 3 10 0
Miss M'Ervel, Cultra (monthly) 3 10 0
Miss B. Turnly, Cushendall (6 months and Christmas) 3 10 0
Mrs. M'Connell, Rosewood St. (m'thly) 3 10 0
Mr. T. W. Gibson, Ormeau Rd. (m'thly) 3 10 0
Mrs. and the Misses Young (m'thly) 3 10 0
Greenwell Street Presbyterian Church, Newtownards, per Miss Anderson (monthly) 3 9 9
Messrs. Alex. King, Ltd., Wellington Place (monthly) 3 7 6
Mrs. Blackwood, Deramore Park, (m'thly) 3 7 6
Rugby P. O. W. Help Committee, per Mr. J. R. Barker (monthly) 3 7 6
A. N. Montgomery, Esq., F.R.C.P.I., Dublin (monthly) 3 7 6
Mrs. Houston, Cyprus Gds. (monthly) 3 7 6
Mr. A. O. Stewart, Wellesley Avenue (monthly) 3 7 6
Mrs. Quin, Annalong (monthly) 3 7 6
Miss M'Meehan, Dunluce Ave. (m'thly) 3 7 6
Mr. Jas. E. S. Condon, Dublin (m'thly) 3 7 6
Mrs. Parkhouse, Devonport (monthly) 3 7 6
Proceeds of Offertories in Kilwegan Parish, per Rev. Canon R. Forde 3 4 6
Groomsport Parish Church (2 months) 3 3 6
Miss Lepper, Whiteabbey 3 3 0
Ormeau Bowling Club, being Balance of Proceeds of Watch Guessing Competition, per Alderman W. F. Coates 3 3 0
Mechanical Dept., York Street Flax Spinning Co., Ltd., York Road Mills, per Mr. J. Campbell 3 2 8
Miss F. M'Cleery, Edmonton 3 2 6
A Few Members of Ballygowan Presbyterian Church, per Mr. Samuel M'Veigh (monthly) 3 2 0
Collected in Donegall Park Avenue by Miss H. L. Stewart 3 0 6
Mrs. Todd, Fortwilliam Pk. (monthly) 3 0 0
Mrs. Russell, College Gds. (monthly) 3 0 0
Mr. A. E. Browning, Dublin (monthly) 3 0 0
Mr. H. E. Swayne, Monkstown (m'thly) 3 0 0
Moy Forget-Me-Not Committee, per Mr. Wm. Murray (monthly) 3 0 0
The Hon. Mrs. Vivian, Glamorgan (monthly) 3 0 0
Mrs. Bellerby, Fleetwood (monthly) 3 0 0
Killadeas and District, per Mrs. Maude (monthly) 3 0 0
Todmorden P. O. W. Fund, per Mr. Fredk. Lee (monthly) 3 0 0
Messrs. Kearley and Tongem Ltd., London (monthly) 3 0 0
Miss M. Vernon (2 months) 3 0 0
Mrs. Murdock, Balmoral (2 months) 3 0 0
Mrs. Courtauld, London (2 months) 3 0 0
The Bradford Dyers' Association, Ltd., Bradford (2 months) 3 0 0
Miss Richardson and Miss R. M. Richardson, Portrush (3 months) 3 0 0
Miss J. Gamble, Craigavad (3 months) 3 0 0
Mrs. Burrows, Buckingham (3 months) 3 0 0
Mr. Walter Elwood, Adelaide Park (3 months) 3 0 0
Mrs. Harland, Bessbrook (3 months) 3 0 0
Mr. W. H. Ferrar Patterson, Donaghadee (3 months) 3 0 0
Mrs. Glendinning, Myrtlefield Park (6 months) 3 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Davis and Miss Keenliside, Wandsworth Road (6 months) 3 0 0
Mr. Alfred Greeves, Strandtown (6 months) 3 0 0
Mrs. Forster Green, Derryvolgie Honse 3 0 0
Mr. A.J. Weir, Newtownards 3 0 0
The Misses Weir, Newtownards 3 0 0
The Employees of Mr. John M'Guffin, Hope Street 3 0 0
Miss Francis M. Gordon, London 3 0 0
Proceeds of Ballot for Box of Chocolates, from Handkerchief Dept., Messrs. J. S. Brown & Sons, Ltd. 3 0 0
"Anonymous" 3 0 0
London County, Westminster, & Parr's Bank, Ltd., London 3 0 0
Mrs. Cavendish Clarke, South Farnboro' 3 0 0
Per Mr. John Wilson:--
Collected at a meeting of the Members of the J. D. Williamson Masonic Lodge No. 283 1 13 2
Proceeds of Old Sports' game 1 5 0
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Collected by Miss Eva G. Hamill, Clones 2 17 6
St. Johnston R. B. P., No. 134, per Mr. Wm. Porter 2 15 0
Raffrey Presbyterian Church (monthly) 2 13 1
Collected at a Lecture on the Royal Air Force, delivered in Downpatrick on 24th October, per Major W. A. Montgomery, D. S. O. 2 11 0
V. A. D. 676, per Mrs. Patton (3 months) 2 10 0
Mrs. H. R. Baird, Drumoak (monthly) 2 10 0
North-East Unionist Recreation Club, per Mr. Blair 2 10 0
Mrs. Auld and Miss Houston, Whitehead, per Mr. W. Lavery (5 months) 2 10 0
Mrs. Cooke, Notting Hill (monthly) 2 10 0
Mr. R. Irvine, Holywood Road (monthly) 2 10 0
Miss M'Ilroy, Strandtown (5 months) 2 10 0
Mr. J. J. Raggett, Portsmouth (mthly.) 2 10 0
Mrs. M'Keown, Cliftonville Ave. 1 0 0
The Misses N. & E. J. M'Kown 1 10 0
  ------------------ 2 10 0
Miss Gilmer, Malone Avenue (monthly) 2 7 6
The People of Clifton Beds, per Mrs. Pycock, Biggleswade 2 7 6
The Norbanks, per Miss N. Magee (monthly) 2 6 0
Inch Parish, per Rev. B. Finch White (2 months) 2 6 0
Proceeds of Offertory in Lack Parish Church, per Rev. Robt. Rogers 2 5 1
Miss Parkes, per Women's War Aid League, P. O. W. Section, Sutton, Coldfield (3 months) 2 5 0
Oakbank (Winchburgh) Employees Relief Fund, per Mr. A. B. Martin (monthly) 2 5 0
Laundry Dept., Messrs. Robt. M'Bride & Co., per Mr. M'Avoy (monthly) 2 5 0
Faugher Friends, per Miss Hanna 2 2 6
Ireland's First Women's L. O. L. No. 1, per Miss Lennox 2 2 0
"C. J. T." (monthly) 2 2 0
Part Proceeds of Collection from M'Kelvey's Grove Presbyterian Church, per Rev. S. Gault, LL.D., Castleblayney 2 2 0
Lieut. Burnside, per Messrs. Cox & Co., London 2 2 0
Mr. J. M. White, Ormeau Avenue (12 months) 2 2 0
Miss Hurst, per Mrs. M'Clinton 2 2 0
Rev. N. P. Beabe, Tavistock 2 0 6
The Acle Girls' Club, per Miss Ada Turrence (monthly and Xmas) 2 0 0
Mr. Joshua Reid, Ballyroney (monthly) 2 0 0
Mr. Abernethy, Carnmoney (monthly) 2 0 0
Messrs. Stonards, Ltd., London (monthly) 2 0 0
Mrs. Adam Capper, Malone Road (monthly) 2 0 0
The Dowager Marchioness of Dufferin and Ava, Clandeboye (monthly) 2 0 0
Felsham & Gedding, P. O. W. Fund, per Mrs. R. Iuce (monthly) 2 0 0
The Warehouse, Brookfield Linen Co. (monthly) 2 0 0
The Staff, Brookfield Linen Co. (monthly) 2 0 0
Miss Warre, London (monthly) 2 0 0
Mr. E. M. Archdale, D.L., M. P., Ballinamallard (monthly) 2 0 0
Walsall P. O. W. Aid Committee (monthly) 2 0 0
Mr. H. S. Partridge,London (monthly) 2 0 0
Mrs. M'Gowan, Salisbury Gardens (monthly) 2 0 0
The Employees of Mr. J. B. Skelly, Victoria Buildings (monthly) 2 0 0
Craigavad and District, per Mrs. Harry Neill (monthly) 2 0 0
Mrs. Herron, Killyleagh (monthly) 2 0 0
Miss Gordon, Church Lane (monthly) 2 0 0
Messrs. Kyle & Cheyne, Ltd., Donegall Place (monthly) 2 0 0
The Employees of Lower Lodge Weaving Factory, per Mr. K. J. Allingham (monthly) 2 0 0
Mrs. Croker, Teneriffe (monthly) 2 0 0
Mrs. M'Quiston, North Parade (monthly) 2 0 0
Mrs. Malcolm Gordon (monthly) 2 0 0
The Ivy Motor Works, Birmingham (monthly) 2 0 0
Mr. Jas. Freeland, Maryville Park (monthly) 2 0 0
The Workers, Messrs. John S. Brown & Sons, Ltd. (monthly) 2 0 0
Mrs. O. B. Webb, Randalstown (monthly) 2 0 0
Mrs. Beesley, Norwich (monthly) 2 0 0
Mrs. Mason, Hastings (monthly) 2 0 0
Mrs. Armstrong, Broughshane (monthly) 2 0 0
Mr. J. Graham, London (monthly) 2 0 0
Mr. Alex. Napier, Downpatrick (2 months) 2 0 0
Mrs. Jack Bell, Fortwilliam Park (2 months) 2 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. N. Edwards, Antrim Road (2 months) 2 0 0
Woodvale Presbyterian Church Sabbath School, per Rev. J. Milliken (2 months) 2 0 0
Mrs. J. P. Maxwell, Groomsport (2 months) 2 0 0
Mrs. Moore, Wellington Park (2 months) 2 0 0
Mrs. Shearer, St. Jude's Avenue (2 months) 2 0 0
Mr. W. Scott, Osborne Park (monthly) 2 0 0
Mrs. Mawhinney, Chichester Avenue (2 months) 2 0 0
Mr. J. Rooke, Rawlence, London (3 months) 2 0 0
Miss Neill, Malone Avenue (2 months) 2 0 0
Mrs. Nicholl and Mr. Trevor Nicholl, Adelaide Park (2 months) 2 0 0
Mrs. T. W. Haughton, Cullybackey (2 months) 2 0 0
Mr. Geo. Grange, Armagh (2 months) 2 0 0
Miss Edith Davis, Malone Park (2 months) 2 0 0
Mrs. Platt-Higgins, Fortwilliam Park (2 months) 2 0 0
Mr. R. W. Seaver, Malone (2 months) 2 0 0
Mrs. Watson, University Street (2 months) 2 0 0
The Employees of the Albion, Ltd., Waringstown, per Lady Liddell (2 months) 2 0 0
Mrs. J. E. M'Ilwaine, College Gardens (4 months) 2 0 0
"Anonymous" (4 months) 2 0 0
Sergt. And Mrs. J. Wallace, University Street, (4 months) 2 0 0
Mrs. Athill, Bobcaygeon, Ontario 2 0 0
Mrs. Todd, Glaslough 2 0 0
Part Proceeds of G.F.S. Concert at St. Paul's, per Miss Law 2 0 0
Mr. John M'Bride, Ballymoney 2 0 0
Red Cross Hospital, Montrose, per Mrs. More-Gordon 2 0 0
Mrs. Henry Hutton, Windsor Park 2 0 0
Miss Olive Todd and Friends, per Kettering P. O. W. Fund 2 0 0
Collected at Grove Weaving Co., per Miss MacColl 2 0 0
"Anonymous" 2 0 0
The Boys of Comber Brigade L. O. L. 2 0 0
"Sympathy" 2 0 0
Proceeds of Sale of Chains made and sold by Miss Eva G. Hamill, Clones 2 0 0
Mr. J. G. Leslie, Ballymoney 2 0 0
Mrs. M'Alery, Belgravia 2 0 0
Mrs. Parkhouse, Wealdstone 2 0 0
Mr. Wm. Hoffman and Staff, High St. 2 0 0
Capt. Robt. Kelso, C.F., C.C. Station, B.E.F. 2 0 0
Mr. William Beggs, Dungannon, being amount of First Prize Dairy Cow shown at Cookstown Show, per Mr. D. Hutchinson 2 0 0
Mr. Wm. M'Manus, Randalstown 2 0 0
The Pupils of "The Lodge," Fortwilliam Park, per Miss Rentoul 2 0 0
The P. O. W. Bread Fund, Toronto, per Mr. Fane Sewell 2 0 0
Miss H. Cholmondelcy, Thame 2 0 0
Mrs. Jas. Thompson, Strandtown 2 0 0
Mrs. Hosie, Mountcollyer Street 2 0 0
Collected by Mrs. Cinnamond, Palmerston Street 1 18 10
V. A. D., Belfast 6, per Mrs. Merrick (Commandant) 1 18 0
Subscriptions from Relatives of Prisoners, per Miss M'Kean, Keady (monthly) 1 17 6
Collected in Castletown Gardens and Camberwell Terrace by Mrs. Douglas (2 months) 1 16 2
Miss A. L. Massy, Malahide (3 months) 1 16 0
The Flax Dept., Owen O'Cork Mills (3 months) 1 16 0
Proceeds of Collection in the Parish Church, Kilrea, per Rev. A.E. Sixsmith 1 14 8
A Few Workers in Milford factory, per Mrs. Rachel Burns 1 14 3
Collecting Cards:-
Per Mrs. Quirey, Muckamore (monthly) 0 10 0
Per Mrs. Milliken, Harrisburg Street 0 10 0
Per Mrs. Mallon 0 5 0
Per Miss F. Hewitt, Wellington Park 0 9 0
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Lady Waterlow, Grand Hotel, Aix-les-Rains, Savoie 1 14 0
A Few Friends in Portstewart, per Mrs. Boyd (monthly) 1 13 0
The Caledonian Co., Glasgow (monthly) 1 12 6
Morayshire P. O. W. Cte., per Mr. C. Snowden (monthly) 1 12 6
The Members of the Dundrum Methodist Church, per Mrs. Ranson (monthly) 1 12 0
Proceeds of Concert held in Conway St. N.S., No. 1, organised by Misses E. Scott and W. Graham 1 11 8
The Hemstitching Dept., Messrs. Murphy and Stevenson, Ltd., per Mrs. Cuthbert (monthly) 1 10 6
Collected at Lecture on Royal Air Force delivered in Lisburn on 9th Oct., per Major W. A. Montgomery 1 10 6
Mrs. Foy, Kimberley Street (monthly) 1 10 0
Col. Doran, Brookeborough (monthly) 1 10 0
Mrs. Matthews, Hull (2 months) 1 10 0
Mr. and Mrs. H. Neill, Graigavad (monthly) 1 10 0
Miss L. Davis, Maidstone (monthly) 1 10 0
Mrs. and Miss Ewing, N'castle (monthly) 1 10 0
Mrs. M'Clean, Ballymena (monthly) 1 10 0
Mr. Purdy, M.R.C.V.S., Gloucester St. (2 months) 1 10 0
Mrs. Theologo, Portrush (monthly) 1 10 0
The Office Staff Messrs. Richardson's Chemical Manure Co., Ltd., per Mr. J. M. M'Kee (monthly) 1 10 0
The Laundry Dept., Messrs. Murphy and Stevenson, per Miss S. J. M'Carroll (monthly) 1 10 0
Miss M. Armstrong, Banbury (monthly) 1 10 0
Messrs. Thomas Cooke and Son, London (monthly) 1 10 0
Mrs. Willy, London (monthly) 1 10 0
Mrs Archdale and the Misses Hamilton and Maid, Eglantine Ave. (3 mths.) 1 10 0
Messrs. Edwin Davis and Co., Ltd., Hull (monthly) 1 10 0
Mr. E. T. Green, Castalia Mills (3 mths.) 1 10 0
Miss Shaw, Castalia Mills (3 mths.) 1 10 0
Mrs. M'Manus, Randalstown (3 mths.) 1 10 0
Mrs. Adair, Century Street 1 10 0
Mr. A. Cassels, Kilmarnock 1 10 0
Mr. W.A. Greenfield, Brighton 1 10 0
Miss A. Magill, Armagh (3 mths.) 1 10 0
Collected in Islandmagee, per Miss Earls and Miss Kerr (monthly) 1 10 0
Mrs. Hill, Milngavie (monthly) 1 10 0
Mrs. Walter Elwood, Adelaide Park (3 months) 1 10 0
The Staff of the Telephone Office, Upper Queen Street, per Miss Gregg 1 10 0
Mrs. Davey, per Mrs. Tedlic, Wellington Park 1 10 0
Mr. Conibear, per Manx P. O. W. Fund (monthly) 1 10 0
Miss L. Turner, Melbourne (2 months) 1 10 0
Florence Court Parish, Enniskillen, per Rev. J.F.W.Hewitt (monthly) 1 10 0
Mrs. Haslett, Adelaide Park (6 mths.) 1 10 0
Mr. D. Hutchinson, Dungannon (mthly.) 1 10 0
The Embroidery Dept., Messrs. Robt. M'Bride and Co., Ltd., per Miss Mason (monthly) 1 10 0
The Officers and Members of the National Amalgamated Society of Orphens House and Ship Painters and Decorators, Belfast No. 2 Branch, per Mr. J. M'Bride 1 10 0
Miss R. Whitehead, London 1 10 0
Drumagh and Drumballyrorey Parish, per Rev. T. B. Brown (3 mths.) 1 10 0
Sergt. M'Quisten, B. E. F., France 1 9 4
Cootehill Soldiers' Comforts Society, per Miss Stevenson (monthly) 1 7 6
Mr. S. Burnside, Bellaghey (monthly) 1 7 6
Miss Scott, Byfleet (3 months) 1 5 0
Miss Orr-Owens, Doagh 1 5 0
Mrs. Stark and Miss Houston, Portrush (2 months) 1 5 0
Messrs. Werner and Co., Ltd., Liverpool, per Mr. J. W. Vittles (monthly) 1 5 0
Subscriptions from Relatives of Prisoners per Mrs. T. W. Haughton, Cullybackey 1 5 0
Collected by Mrs. Cargo from the Women in Thistle St. 1 5 0
Mrs. Breon, per Rev. R. Finch White, Downpatrick 1 5 0
Chopwell Colliery and Village P. O. W. Fund, per Mr. Thomas Skeen 1 5 0
Collection at Trinity Church Mothers' Union Social Meeting, per Miss Deacon 1 5 0
Proceeds of Offertories in Maghera, per Rev. Canon R. Forde (monthly) 1 4 6
Dundonald Penny per week Collection, per Miss M'Clurg (monthly) 1 3 6
Mrs. Bone, Wisbeck (monthly) 1 3 0
Mrs. M'Call and Mrs. Moord, Gainsborough Drive 1 3 0
The Teachers and Children of Roseland N.S., per Mr. Thos. M'Cren 1 2 6
Mr. John Scott, Dundrum (monthly) 1 2 6
Rotherham P. O. W. Help Committee, per Mrs. J. S. Naylor (monthly) 1 2 6
Munitions Inspection Bond, Mountpottinger Road, per Miss Marshall (mthly) 1 2 0
The Children of Simpson Memorial School, per Mrs S. Rodgers (mthly.) 1 2 0
Mrs. Clendinning, Charnwood Avenue (monthly) 1 1 0
Mr. Scott, London 1 1 0
Major Geo. J. Bailey, Invergloy, S.O., Inverness 1 1 0
Mrs. M'Allen, Ballymoney 1 1 0
Miss H. R. Palmer, Mt. Charles (mthly) 1 1 0
Mrs. Barnes, London (monthly) 1 1 0
Miss E. Barnard, Stamford (monthly) 1 1 0
Broadway Men's Literary and Recreation Club, per Mr. D. Johnston 1 1 0
£1 each (monthly) -- Lady Richardson, Antrim road; Mrs. Grant, Milford, Armagh; Mrs. Galway, Mrs. S. G. Haughton, Cullybackey; Mrs. Wright, Glaslough; Mrs. Calwell, College Gardens; Carrowdore Parish Church, per Rev. F. H. P. L'Estrange; "E. S. T."; Mrs. Jordan, Perth Street; Mrs. John Prichard, Greyabbey; Mrs. Wilson, Balmoral Avenue; Mrs. Beacham, London; Mrs. Curragh, Newtownards; Mrs. Sprott, Woodvale Road; Mr. B. Walker, Sligo; Mrs. Waldorf Astor, per Mr. L. W. Jenkins, London; Miss H. Vernon, Belturbet; Mrs. Badcock, Taunton; Mrs. M'Kee, Adelaide Park; Mr. J. A. Duff, Islandmagee; Mrs. Gardiner, Holywood; Miss Morrison, Lisburn; Mrs. M'Ilveen, Dromore; Mrs. Ross, Kilkeel; Mrs. Hutchins, London; Mr. and Mrs. Archbold, Carnmoney; Mrs. T. D. Paul, Malone Road; Mrs. Pearson, Wembley; Mr. Brice M'Dowell, Bridge End; Mr. Auld, Corn Market; Mrs. Gregg, Deramore Park S.; Mrs. King, London; Mrs Smith, London; T. S. R.. Messrs. Geo. Bolton & Co. Bains Place, per Miss White; Miss Escott, London; Mrs. Pim Thompson, Adelaide Park; Mr. Joshua Pim, Adelaide Park; Mrs. Donnan, Annsboro', per Miss Mursland; Mrs. Purcell, Cardiff; Mr. Hunter, Lisburn Road; Miss N. C. Blake, London; Mr. H. Hammond, London; Mrs. Shaw, Bangor; Mr. R. H. Neill, Craigavad; Mr. Sloane, Oakland Avenue; Paragon War Relief Fund, London; The Misses Hurst, Weybridge; Mrs. M'Dowell, University Avenue; Mr. J. W. Poole, London; Mrs. Macleod, Inverness. Mrs. Doherty, per Mrs. M'Morris, Portrush; Mr. and Mrs. J. Clarke, London; St. Aidan's G. F. S., per Miss R. Curry, Cooke Street; Mrs. John Laverty, Priestland; Mrs. Irwin, Balmoral; Miss Stevenson, Balmoral Avenue; The Ardglass War Work Guild, per Miss M. Hawthorne; Mrs. Anderson, Gregagh Road; Mrs. Griffen, Lewis Street; Mrs. Keys, per Mrs. Reade, Enniskillen; Mr. C. G. Boas, Linenhall Street; Mrs. Allen, Nunsquarter, Kircubbin; Miss Little, Cliftonville Road; Mrs. Pratt, Blandford; Miss L. Kerrigan, Castlederg; British Produce Supply Association, London, per Mr. H. A. Botham; Mrs. Hume, Malone Park; No. 4 Preparing Room, York Street Mill, per Mr. J. Hanley; Miss E. Hunter, University Street; Mr. Braddock, Atherstone; Mrs. Cheek, London; Gen. Clifford Belturbet; Mr. J. W. Hefford, London; Miss Gibb, Lower Crescent; Mrs. Leslie, Ballymoney; Miss M. Sweet, London; Mr. and Mrs. R. Neill, Dunmurry; Mrs. Robeson, Shawlands; The Misses Young, Marlborough Park; "Anonymous,"; Mrs. Gillingham, London; Mr. Cooke, Dunluce Avenue; Portland Prisoners' Fund, per Mrs Gethin; Mrs. Manders, Reading; Mrs. Bailie, Loanhead; Messrs. Cinnamond, Park & Co., Ltd., per Mr. Jackson; Mr. J.F.G. Gordon, Ulster Club; Mrs. Watson, Earlswood Road; Mrs. M'Dowell, Londonderry; Mrs. Cahoon, Newtownards; Mrs. Arnold, Stafford; Miss Farrell, Spokane; "H. H.," Mrs. Bristow, Innisfayle Road; Mrs. Templeton and Messrs. R. J. & J. Cunningham, Ballyboley; Mrs. Moncrieff Dick, London; The Hemstitching Dept., Messrs. R. M'Bride & Co., Ltd., per Miss Winters; Mrs. Claree, Glasgow; Mrs. Briggs, Upper Meenan Street; Mrs. S. G. Haughton, Cullybackey; Miss E. Strahan, London; "Coolevin," Miss A. Wilson, Liverpool; Messrs. M'Bride & Millar, Wellington Street, per Miss Lemon; Mrs. Thomas Walker, Ballinfale; Miss E. F. Lloyd, Dublin; Mrs. Black, Dundovan; Mr. R. J. Smellie, London; Mr. and Miss Watson, University Street; Mr. Kerr, per Mrs. Reade, Castletown 110 0 0
£1 Each (2 months) - The Misses M'Kisack, Botanic Avenue; May Street S. School, per Miss Mitchell; Miss Betty and Master Russell Houston, Sans Souci Park; Mrs. T. C. Houston, Sans Souci Park; Miss A. Thompson, c/o Messrs. W. King & Co., London; Rev. J. Cullen, Rathkeale; Miss E. M. Skillington Sandes, Soldiers' Home, Newbridge Barracks, Co. Kildare; Miss M'Cullough, Cardigan Drive; Mrs. Walter Richardson, Dunmurry; Mrs. French, Ballycastle Street; Miss Charley, Dunmurry; Mr. Fred Campbell, Arthur Square; Mrs. Sharrer, Sunbridge; Mrs. M'Lorie, Shankill Road; Miss Megarry, Lisburn; Miss M'Cance, Dunmurry; Mrs. Lewis, Cregagh; Miss Campbell, Fortwilliam Park; Mrs. Young, Bangor; Woolwich Prisoners of War Fund, per Mr. Arthur B. Bryceson; Lieut. J. Morton; Messrs. Scholes, Alfred Street; Mrs. Quinn, Clay Foye; Mr. J. M'Mullan, Glenarm; Miss J. M. Hind, c/o Mrs. Platt-Higgins, Fortwilliam Park 25 0 0
Mrs. Carey, Warrenpoint (3 months) 1 0 0
£1 Each (4 months) - Mrs. Cleland, Kingsmere Avenue; Miss M. Thorn, London; Mr. W. E. Hughes, London 3 0 0
£1 Each - Mrs. Chippe, Malone Road; Miss Cassidy, Londonderry; "A Friend," Portaferry, Dromore District, per Mrs. Wilkinson, The Rectory, Dromara; Proceeds of Collection at Service in Trinity College Mission, Tennant Street, per Rev. G. Hannon; Mrs. D'Arcy, Constitutional Brothers L.O.L. 631, No. 3 District; Mrs. J. B. Blackwood Price, per Mr. L. Napiere, Saintfield; Miss Hamilton; Eglantine Avenue; Mrs. Charles Gaussen, Miss Lorimer, Glenavy; Mr. John J. Burns, Sans Diego, Cal.; Subscriptions from Relatives of Prisoners, per Mrs. M'Morris, Portrush; Miss A. K. Cather, Strabane; Mr. and Mrs. C. Brown, Haypark Avenue; Mrs. Sexton, London; Miss M. A. Shilliday, Glastonbury Avenue; Miss Guthrie, Portstewart; Mr. W. T. Adair, Mount Charles; Capt. Herbert Turner, Burma, per Mr. S. Turner, Cliftonpark Avenue; Miss E. Rodgers, Manor-cunningham; "A Friend," Miss Mann, Salisbury Crescent; Mrs. Adamson, Whitehead; Lady Mary Corry, Castle Coole, Enniskillen; Mrs. Maryon, Inglestone; Mr. James M'Caughey, Antrim Road; Mrs. Anderson, Cregagh Road; Mrs. Morgan, per Mrs. Hall, Warrenpoint; Mrs. Lyttle, Trafalgar Street; Mr. Alex. Macauley, Rathfriland; Collected by the "Zigzags," per Miss Edith Owen, Jocelyn Street; Miss Moriarty, London; Mrs. Roden, Sutton Coldfield; Mr. R. H. Blair, London; Miss Alice Gray, Newcastle; Mrs. T. H. Orr, Kimberley, S.A.; Lady Richardson (proceeds of Sale of Boxes); Collected by Master Edward Clark, Lisburn; Mrs. S. Templeton, Oregon, U.S.A.; Mr. J. C. Denne, London; Mrs. Green, Chichester Park 42 0 0
16/- Each (monthly) - Mrs. Mawhinney, Broadway; Mr. M. E. Clarke, London; Mrs. M'Bratney, Lisburn; Mrs. M'Geown, Lurgan; Mrs. Smiton, My Lady's Road 4 0 0
15/- Each (monthly) - Miss E. Forde, Bawnmore Road; Mrs. Thompson, Birmingham; Mrs. Hunter, Londonderry; Grove (Birmingham) P. O. W. Charity, per Mr. F. L'Estrange; Mrs. John Martin; Derryvolgie Avenue; Miss Rea, M'Arthur Hall; Messrs. J. R. Bousfield & Co., Ltd., London; Miss Hards, Enniskillen; Mrs. De Winter, Donegall Street; Mrs. R. Ashworth, Rochdale; Mrs. Gostling, London; The Misses H. and N. Brett, Pladon Park; Mr. Wm. J. Johnston, Pettigo; The Staff of the Ayr S. S. Co., Ltd., Mr F.J. Kerswell, Croydon; Mrs. Thompson, Birmingham; Mrs. Sherman, Framlingham; Mrs. Butlar, London; Miss M. Goodwin, London 14 5 0
15s each (2 months) - Mrs. Harper, Glendore Street; Mrs. Stewart, Rosebery Street 1 10 0
15s each - Mrs. Dorman and Mrs Robinson, Aughrim Street; Mrs. Johnston, Thalis Street; Messrs. C. & W. M'Quoid, Beatrice Street; Mr. A. Donnelly, Lurgan; Miss Stone, Comber; Miss M. Young, Comber; Miss M. Hopkins, Leeds; Mr. W. Sweeney, North Street; Miss Townsley, Alfred Street; Mr. J. Irvine, Doagh; Collected by Mrs. Bruce from the Women in Susan Street; Mrs. Mulligan, Ormeau Road; Mr. W. Goold, per Mr. H. Hammond, London 9 15 0
14s each (monthly) --Mrs. C. Richardson, Chandler's Ford; The Girls of Messrs. FIFson Bros., per Miss Auld; Mrs. Richardson, Truxton 2 2 0
A Larne Friend (monthly) 0 13 0
12s 6d each (monthly) -- Miss Carson, Holywood; The Employes of Messrs. Robt. M'Bride & Co., Ormeau Avenue 1 5 0
12s each (monthly) -- Mrs. Morgan, Upper Townsend St.; Miss Wake, Leamington; Mr A.F. Saunderson, London; 1 16 0
12s each -- Mrs. Cupples and Family, Springfield Road; Miss M. O'Connor, Sawnsea 1 4 0
Mr. P. Murray, Scotstown (monthly) 0 11 0
Proceeds of Sale of Copybooks used by Pupils of Comber St. N.S., per Mr. R. J. Caldwell 0 10 11
Collected by Mrs. Wells, Conway St. 0 10 6

(Continued in later issues.)

 

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Belfast Telegraph - Friday, 13 December, 1918

Births

GIBSON -- December 11, 1918, at 106 Park Avenue, Montreal, Canada, to Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Gibson -- a son. -- (By cable).

Marriages

BUSBY--CRAIG -- December 5, 1918, at Malone Presbyterian Church, by the Rev. Alexander Gallagher, Robert R. Busby, Royal Canadian Artillery, son of the late William Busby, to Clara Frances, daughter of N.J. Craig -- both of Belfast

Deaths

BARR -- December 12, 1918, at Purdysburn Fever Hospital, James (Jim), the dearly-beloved son of Margaret and the late James Barr.His remains will be removed from above hospital on to-morrow (Saturday), at 1.30 p.m., for interment in City Cemetery.
"God shall wipe away all tears."
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Mother and little Brother.

BARR -- December 12, 1918 at Purdysburn Fever Hospital, James, the beloved nephew of Robert Maginnis.Funeral from above hospital on to-morrow (Saturday), at 1.30 p.m., to City Cemetery.
Deeply regretted by his loving Uncle. ROBERT MAGINNIS, 82 Oregon Street.

BARR -- December 12, 1918, at Purdysburn Fever Hospital, James (Jim), the beloved son of Margaret and the late James Barr.Funeral from above institution on to-morrow (Saturday), at 1.30 p.m., for interment in City Cemetery. -- Deeply regretted.
Inserted by his loving Uncle, JOHN MAGINNESS, 169 Cambrai Street.

BEGGS -- December 12, 1918, at her residence, Ballycorr Road, Ballyclare, Hessie, the dearly-beloved wife of John Beggs.Her remains will be removed from above address, for interment in Ballyclare New Cemetery, on to-morrow (Saturday), at 11 a.m.Friends will please accept this intimation.
We cannot, Lord, Thy purpose see,
But all is well that's done by Thee.
Sadly missed by her loving Husband and two little Children.

BEGGS -- December 12, 1918, at her residence, Ballycorr Road, Ballyclare, Hessie, second and dearly-beloved daughter of Daniel and Elizabeth M'Burney.Funeral on to-morrow (Saturday), at 11 a.m. Safe in the arms of Jesus. Deeply regretted by her loving Father, Mother, Sister, and Brother.

BLAKELY -- December 13, 1918, at her residence, Jane (Jeannie), the third daughter of the late Wm. Blakely, 53 Church Street, Newtownards.Her remains will be removed from above address, for interment in Movilla Cemetery, on Sunday, at 3 p.m.

BOTHWELL -- December 12, 1918, at her mother's residence, 9 Bridge Street, Portadown, Florence Alice, the beloved wife of Sergeant-Major D. Bothwell (prisoner of war).Funeral to Keady Parish Burying-ground on Sunday, at 1 p.m. (by motor).

CONNOLLY -- December 12, 1918, at his parents' residence, 107 Madrid Street, Henry Edward, fifth and dearly-beloved son of Patrick and Catherine Connolly, and nephew of the late Very Rev. Canon Henry M'Neece, P.P., V.F., Magherafelt, to the inexpressible grief of his sorrowing father, mother, brothers, and sisters. -- R.I.P. Funeral takes place on to-morrow (Saturday), at 2.30 p.m., from above address to Milltown Cemetery.
"On whose soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy."

DOONAN -- December 12, 1918, at the residence of her daughter, 55 Gracehill Street, Kate, relict of the late Rev. Wm. Doonan, Methodist MinisterFuneral to Carnmoney, at 2 p.m., on to-morrow (Saturday).Friends please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by Daughter and Son-in-law, M.K. M'CALLAN.
T.H. M'CALLAN (Corporal, R.E.).

DOLAGHAN -- December 12, 1918, at her residence, 18 Plevna Street, Catherine, the dearly-loved wife of John Dolaghan. -- R.I.P.Funeral from above address on to-morrow (Saturday), for interment in Milltown Cemetery.Friends will please accept this intimation. Sadly missed by her Husband and three Children.
JOHN DOLAGHAN.

DRUMMOND -- December 11, 1918, at the Hospital, Lisburn Road (of influenza), John, dearly-beloved husband of Margaret J. Drummond.His remains will be removed from his late residence, 37 Mossvale Street, on to-morrow (Saturday), at 3 p.m., for interment in the City Cemetery.Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Children.
MARGARET J. DRUMMOND.

ST. MARY'S AMATEUR FLUTE BAND.
DRUMMOND -- Members of above Band are requested to attend the funeral of their late respected Member, John Drummond.
JOHN ROSS, Chairman. WM. YOUNG, Secretary.

FERRIS -- December 12, 1918, at the Hospital, Lisburn Road (of pneumonia), Charles Ferris.The remains of my son will be removed from above institution, for interment in City Cemetery, at 1 p.m., on to-morrow (Saturday).
W.J. FERRIS, 66 Havana Street.

HARVEY -- December 12, 1918, at his residence, 6 Rutherglen Street, Francis, the youngest son of the late William John and Elizabeth Harvey.His remains will be removed from the above address, for interment in Dundonald Cemetery, at 2 p.m., on to-morrow (Saturday).Friends will please accept this intimation. -- Deeply regretted. Inserted by his sorrowing Brothers and Sisters, THOMAS, JAMES, AND ANNIE HARVEY, AND ALAN AND MINNIE ARMSTRONG.

L.O.L. 929, IMPERIAL TEMPERANCE (MURPHY) MEMORIAL.
HARVEY -- The Officers and Members of the above Lodge are requested to attend the funeral of their late Brother, Francis Harvey, on to-morrow (Saturday), at 2 p.m., from his late residence, 6 Rutherglen Street.
J.W. ALEXANDER, W.M. JAS. POLLOCK, Secretary.

WICKLIFFE R.B.P. 902.
HARVEY -- The Officers and Sir Knights of above Preceptory are requested to attend the funeral of their late respected Sir Knight, Francis Harvey.
HUGH MILLING, W.M., W. CRAIG, D.M., W. MULHOLLAND, Registrar.

BOILERMAKERS', IRON AND STEEL SHIPBUILDERS' SOCIETY. BALLYMACARRETT No. 3 BRANCH.
HARVEY -- The Members of above Branch are earnestly requested to attend the funeral of their late respected Brother, F. Harvey.
JAS. RENNIE, President. R. BROWN, Secretary.

HYLANDS -- December 4, 1918, at the Military Hospital, Sandwich, Kent, Sapper James Hylands, Royal Engineers, the dearly-beloved son of William and Mary Hylands, of Donacloney.His remains were interred in the family burying-ground, Donacloney Churchyard, on Monday, 9th inst.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember him.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Mother, Sisters, and Brother (the latter a prisoner in Germany). Also his Brothers-in-law,
THOMAS HILL AND ROBERT MAGILL.


LEMON -- December 11, 1918, at his residence, 2 Chobham Street, David, the dearly-beloved husband of Grace Lemon.His remains will be removed from the above address on to-morrow (Saturday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Dundonald Churchyard.Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family.

EARL OF ERNE MEMORIAL TRUE BLUES' L.O.L. 1080.
LEMON -- The Members of above Lodge and Brethren are requested to attend the funeral of their respected Brother, David Lemon.
W.J. MOFFATT, W.M., G. IRVINE, D.M.

JOHNSTON GOLDEN STAR R.B.P. 248.
LEMON -- Members of above Preceptory are requested to attend the funeral of their highly-respected Brother, Sir Knight David Lemon.
SAMUEL KENNEDY, W.M. GEORGE IRVINE, D.M.

MARTIN -- December 12, 1918, at 10 Campbell Park Avenue, Belmont, Isabel T. Martin, late of The Haven, Knock, and formerly of Aughagarran, County Tyrone.Funeral private.

MARTIN -- December 12, 1918, at Ballyeasboro', David Martin, third and dearly-beloved son of Robert and Margaret Martin.His remains will be removed, for interment in Ballyeasboro' Churchyard, on to-morrow (Saturday), at 11 a.m.

MILLIKEN -- December 12, 1918, at her residence, 13 Syringa Street, Anna Bella, beloved wife of Wm. Milliken.Her remains will be removed from her late residence, for interment in Ballylinney Burying-ground, on to-morrow (Saturday), at 2 p.m., passing Flush Corner about 2.45 p.m.Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.
Absent from the body, present with the Lord.
Deeply regretted by her loving Husband and Daughter, WM. MILLIKEN AND A. E. MULHOLLAND.

M'CALLUM -- December 12, 1918, at his residence, Clanrole, Portadown, Samuel M'Callum, (late Secretary, Glenavon Football Club).Funeral to Lurgan New Cemetery on Sunday, at 2.30 p.m.

PORTER -- December 12, 1918, at his residence, Mosside, Derriaghy, Lisburn, James, the beloved husband of Agnes Porter.His remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Saturday), at 3 p.m., for interment in Derriaghy Churchyard.Friends will please accept this intimation. AGNES PORTER.

SINGLETON -- December 12, 1918, at her residence, Blaris, Lisburn, Mary Ann, dearly-beloved wife of William Singleton.Funeral to Blaris on to-morrow (Saturday), at 2.30 p.m.Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted.

TELFORD -- December 13, 1918, at 75 Avon Street, Isabella, widow of the late John Telford.The remains of our dearly-beloved mother will be removed from above address on Sunday, at 2 p.m., for interment in Moneyrea. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Sons, William and Thomas.Also Daughter-in-law and Grandchildren.

WRAY -- December 13, 1918, at his son's residence, 41 Kilronan Street, Samuel Wray (late Engine-Driver, M.R., N.C.C.).His remains will be removed from above address, for interment in City Cemetery, on Sunday, 15th inst., at 2 p.m. W. WRAY AND S. WRAY.

Thanks

Mr. and Mrs. AGNEW and Family desire to return thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them, either personally or by letter, in their sad bereavement; also those who sent wreaths and floral tributes. 150 Mountcollyer Street.

The Misses CHAPMAN and Brother desire to return their sincere thanks to their many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; also to Messrs. John Shaw Brown & Co.'s employes and the Lisburn Hemstitching Co. and friends for their beautiful floral tributes.Hoping this will be accepted by all. -- James Street, Lisburn

Mr. WM. AND ELIZA M'CANN and Family desire to return their grateful thanks to all those kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement. Oakvale, Dublin Road, Lisburn.

Mr. SAMUEL ROSS and Daughter desire to return their sincere thanks to the many friends and neighbours who so kindly sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, and also to those who sent messages of sympathy and floral tributes. 23 Castle Street, Lisburn.

In Memoriam

M'MASTER -- In loving memory of my dear husband, William James M'Master, who was drowned at sea on December 13, 1917.
I cannot kneel beside his grave,
For he sleeps in the sacred sea,
And not one gentle whispering wave
Will tell that place to me.
Inserted by his loving Wife, ANNIE M'MASTER.

REA -- In loving memory of my dear mother, Amelia (Emma) Rea, who died on the 13th December, 1917.
Ever remembered by her loving Son, WILLIE REA.

RUSSELL -- In fond remembrance of my husband, Sydney Russell, who fell asleep in Jesus on the 13th December, 1916, and was interred in the City Cemetery.
Sadly missed by his loving Wife and Family. J. RUSSELL, 17 Hillview Street.

WALKER -- In loving memory of my dear daughter Mary (Minnie) Walker, who departed this life on 13th December, 1917, and was interred in the family burying-ground, Hillsborough Churchyard.
"Until the day break."
Ever remembered by her loving Mother and Sisters, 156 Roden Street.
Also her Sister and Brother-in-law,
MAGGIE AND ALBERT MURDOCH, 14 Roosevelt Street.

For King And Country.

FULLERTON -- November 29, 1918 (died from pneumonia, following influenza), at 83rd General Hospital, France, 23630 Driver Matthew Fullerton, at Headquarters, 2nd Signal Troop, Royal Engineers, youngest and dearly-beloved son of Matthew and Agnes Fullerton, on active service since August, 1914.Buried in Terlingthum Cemetery, near Boulogne.
Far away from all who loved him
Soldiers gently laid him to rest;
In a hero's grave he is sleeping,
One of God's brightest and best.
When last we saw him smiling
He looked so strong and brave;
He never thought how soon he would be
Laid in a hero's grave.
Deeply regretted by his loving Father and Mother and Brothers.Also his Cousin. WILLIAM GRANT, 10 Worcester Terrace, Chamberlain St., Belfast.

The dearly-beloved brother of Elizabeth Callie, and brother-in-law of the late William Callie, Leading Stoker, who went down in H.M.S. Racoon.
I have lost the dearest brother,
And I mourn his absence sore;
Hi sloving form and kindly smile
I'll see on earth no more.
Deeply regretted by his loving Sister, ELIZABETH CALLIE. 10 Worcester Terrace, Chamberlain St., Belfast.

NEESON -- Killed in action on October 11, 1918, 48698 Sergt. Charles Neeson, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers (late of the 6th Connaught Rangers), the dearly-beloved husband of Mary Neeson. -- R.I.P.
On his soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy.
Deeply regretted by his loving Wife and little Daughter, MARY AND JULIA NEESON.
Also his sorrowing Sisters-in-law, KATIE, SARAH, AND ELLEN FERGUSON. 12 M'Cleery Street, Belfast.

NEESON -- Killed in action on October 11, 1918, 48698 Sergt. Charles Neeson, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers (late of the 6th Connaught Rangers), the dearly-loved son of Private John and Elizabeth Neeson. -- R.I.P.
Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for him.
Deeply regretted by his loving Father, Mother, Sisters, Brothers, and Brothers-in-law. 60 M'Cleery Street, Belfast.

Our Heroes -- In Memoriam

GREGG -- In loving and fragrant memory of my dear husband, Rifleman Robert Gregg (Bob), 16th R.I.R., who died of wounds received in action on 13th December, 1917, and was buried in Rocquigny Road British Cemetery, 5 1/2 miles west of Gouzeaucourt.
Covered by the flag he served till death with love and fidelity.
REBECCA GREGG. Waringstown, Co. Down.

GREGG -- In loving memory of Rifleman Robert Gregg, dearly-beloved son of Mary and the late Samuel Gregg, who died on 13th December, 1917, of wounds received in action, and was interred in a Military Cemetery, France.
We can picture happy gatherings
Round the fireside long ago,
And we think of tearful partings
When you left us here below.
Will the circle be unbroken by and by.
Ever remembered by his loving Mother, Brothers, and Sisters, 13 Shore Road.

M'KENZIE -- In loving memory of Stoker John M'Kenzie, who was lost at sea on December 13, 1917.
Father, in Thy gracious keeping
We leave Thee now our loved one sleeping.
Ever remembered by his loving Sister and Family. SUSAN BAXTER. 14 Armitage Street.
Also his brother, DAVID.

M'KENZIE -- In loving memory of Stoker John M'Kenzie, who was lost at sea on December 13, 1917.
The moon shines down on a nameless grave
Where buried in waters deep,
A gallant sailor -- a British tar --
Lies taking his last long sleep.
Ever remembered by his loving Sister and Brother-in-law, SARAH AND JAMES DOWNS, 5 Bright Street.

Clippings

ULSTER WOMEN'S GIFT FUND

SUBSCRIPTIONS RECEIVED DURING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER, 1918.

PRISONERS OF WAR FUND.

10s each (monthly) -- Miss Hendry, Moira; Mr. G. Brown, Kenbann St.; Mr. R. Whan, Killyleagh; Mrs. James Whan, Whitinsville (Mass.) ; Miss M. Jennings, Killyleagh; Mrs. Dykes, Upper Mervue St.; Miss M. Goodwin, London; Mrs. Craig, Downpatrick; Mrs. Briggs, Milford; Miss A. K. Brown, Islandmagee; Mrs. Cunningham, Clady; Mrs. M'Guffin, Warrenpoint; Miss Russell, College Gardens; Mrs. John Kerr, Islandmagee; Mrs. David Kerr, Islandmagee; Mr. Wm. Walker, Ainsworth Av.; Argyle Place Pres. Church Choir, per Mr. William Walker; Mrs. Ramsey, Legmore St.; Mrs. Walker, Mt. Collyer Av.; Mr. Humphries, North Parade; Mrs. Jackson, Boardmills; Mrs. Roberts, London; Mr. T. H. Quin, Straidbally Hall; Mrs. G.F. Richardson, Dunmurry; Mrs. Campbell, Dunleer; Mrs. Taylor, Dublin; Mrs. Caddell, Portadown; Miss G. Walkey, Trowbridge; Mrs. M'Kee, Balfour Av.; Mrs. Stewart, Carnmoney; Miss M. M'Dougall, Dundee; Mr. James M'Keown, Glasgow; Mrs. Milliken, O.B.E., Stranmillis Rd.; Mrs. Montgomery, Annalong; Mrs. Stott, Killyleagh; Mrs. Bickerstaffe, Larne; Miss M. Roy, Downpatrick; Miss Gray, Haslemere; Mrs. Pratt, Haslemere; Mrs. Topp, Bolton; Mrs. Trotman, Bromley Close; Mrs. Parker, North Shields; Mrs. Sheppard, Kingstown; Mrs. Bell, Thistle St.; Mr. J. Shields, Dromore; The Employes of of Messrs. Allen & Turtle, per Miss J. M'Gaughey; Mrs. Chambers, Lisburn; Mrs. Surgeon, Donegall Av.; Mr. J. Clarke, Armagh; Mr. J. Stevenson, Newry; Mr. J. Brown, Tavistock; Mrs. Wilson, Dundonald; Mrs. Connor, Wandsworth Road; Major R. B. Neill, per Messrs. Cox & Co.; Mrs. Frazer, Milngavie, Miss W. H. Herring, Easingwold; Mrs. Morton, St. Kilda St.; Mrs. Hill, London; Mrs. Cummins, per Naval and Military War Pensions Committee, Dublin; Mrs. Dixon, London; Mrs. Mercer, Beechfield Street; "L.W." Co., Derry; Mrs. Barr, Ulsterville Gardens; Mrs. Esdale, Delhi St.; Mrs. Wallace, Limestone Road; Miss Brown, Limestone Road; Mr. D. Carlisle, Meadow St.; Mrs. Britton, London; Miss Christian, Balmoral Cottage; Miss M. M'Murray, Dunmurry; Mrs. Field, London; Mrs. Atkins, Walsall; Mrs. Hoy, Plumstead; Mrs. and the Misses Williamson, Stranmillis Road; Mrs. Stokins, Bermondsey; Mr. S. H. Mindenhall, London; Mrs. Martin, Ohio Street; Mrs. Kane, Bootle; Mrs. Robb, Dundonald; Mrs. Cooper, Leeds; Miss S. Johnston, Milford; Mrs. Swansborough, per Mrs. Longmore, Upavon; Mrs Bryson, Windsor Park; Mrs. Duffy, Darkley; Miss Quinn, per Miss Hay, Rostrevor; Miss M'Kee, Downpatrick; "Anonymous." Mrs. Barrett, Northampton; Mrs. Boyd, Titanic Street; Mrs. Hargreaves, Roughlee; Mrs. Bamford, Downpatrick; Mrs. Lewis, Dungannon; Mrs. Foreman, Newtownbreda; Mrs. Marshall, Donegall Park; Mrs. Riley, London; Mr. J. M'Cann, Glasgow; Messrs. Thomas Dixon & Sons, Ltd., per Miss Hughes; Miss L. Murdoch, Cherry Valley; Mrs. Gillespie, Lisburn; Mrs. John Maxwell, Portadown; Mrs. Minhinnick, Lanark Street; Mrs. Johnston, Ballinderry; Mrs. Bond, London; Mrs. Hatcher, Shoreham-by-Sea; Mrs. Greenwood, Gt. Horton; Mr. A. D. Gaussen, Magherafelt; Mr. M'Avoy, Maryville Street; Miss M'Ervel, Bangor; Miss A Roome, London; Mrs. Duffin, Andersonstown; Mrs. Crozier, London; Miss A. J. Clayton and Miss M. Frampton, London; Mrs. Fisher, Greyabbey; Mr. Robert Marks, Magherafelt; Miss H. Cuppaidge, Antrim Road; Mrs. Wilson, Kearney; 1st and 3rd Floors, Messrs. Geo. Bolton & Co.; Mrs. Lanham, Northampton; Mrs. Anderson, Lindsay Street; "A Missing Soldier's Mother"; Mr. John Willis, Clones; Miss E. Laurence, Shankill, I. of W.; The B.H. and B.S. Machinists, Messrs. Geo. Bolton & Co.; Mrs. M'Goldrick, St. Johnston; Miss F.R. Tinley, Birmingham; Miss M. Losty, Sallins; Mrs. Carlisle, Annsborough, per Miss Mureland; Lozells Congregational Church, Birmingham Sailors' and Soldiers' Gift Fund, per Miss A. Wood; Mrs. Hanna, Killinchy; Miss Woodgate, Heathfield; Mrs. Bell, Derryvolgie Avenue; Mrs. Ashby, London; The Misses Hunter, Lisburn Road; Mrs. Haugh, Annalong; Mr. Greer, Ballymena; Miss L. Whiteside, Poyntzpass; Mrs. M'Cullough, Antrim Road; Mrs. Britten, Hoxten; Mrs. Bohannon, London; Mr. M'Cue, Hardy St.; Mrs. Stevenson, Sligo; "W.M."; Mrs. Robinson, Donegall St.; Miss A. B. Underwood, Swanage; Mrs. Hartin, Armoy; Mrs. A. Steele, Renfrew; Mrs. M'Farland, Trillick St.; Miss Watters, Bradbury Place; Mrs. Finlay, Bangor; Mrs. Brown, Haypark Av.; Mrs. Williams, Larne; Mrs. M'William, Wuarrelton by Johnstone; Mrs. Jones, Hatfield St.; Miss Campbell, Edinburgh; Mrs. M'Whirter, Israel St.; Mrs. Costello, Glasgow; Mr. Rooney, Hawthorne St.; Mrs. Brannigan, Tennent St.; Mrs. Boyd, Crimea Street; Mrs. Casey, Irvenstown; Mrs. Clifford, London; Mrs. Finnimore, Launceston; Miss Hessie Wilson, Britannic St.; Mr. John Bell, Birmingham; Mrs. Woodhams, per Mr. J. Bell, Birmingham; Mrs. Stanford, Birmingham; The Staff of the "Avenue" Telephone Exchange, London; Mr. Henry Reside, Newry; Mrs. R. Robinson, Stranocum; Miss M. Mitcheson, Swalwell; Mrs. Turner, Anuadale St.; Mrs Edgar, Emerson St.; Mrs. Hamilton, Cavan; Mrs. J. S. Reade, Lambeg; Miss Howard, Jamison St.; Mrs. Peron, London; Mr. Little, Cliftonville Road; Mrs. Huggonson, Lancaster; Mr. Wm. J. Baird, Stranocum; Miss Ross, per Miss Wilson, Shrivenhal; Mrs. Grapes, Harrow; Mrs. Holmes, Easton Crescent; Mr. W. O. Hume, Malone Park; Mrs. Kirk, Dundalk; Mrs. Englishby, Dunleer; Mr. Thos. M'Call, Keady; Messrs. F. W. Kennedy & Co., Ltd., King Street; Mrs. Lecky, Castlederg; Miss M. Dickey, Ahoghill; Mrs. Langridge, Bray; Mr. John Stevenson; "D.M."; Mr. M. Martin, Crossgar; Mrs. E. J. Preston, Tandragee; Mr. B. Wright, Tildarg St.; Mr. Jamison, Tildarg St.; Mrs. W. Patterson, per Mrs. J. R. Patterson, Ramelton; Mr. G. J. Lee, London; Mr. Skillen, Manchester; Miss H. E. Cleal, London; The Staff of Messrs. J. Whittingham & Sons, Bradford; Miss M'Auley, Lilliput St.; Downshire Pres. Church, Newry, per Mrs. Coleman. Mr. L. Dunn, Seven-oaks; Mr. C. Welsh, Smythboro; Committee for the Welfare and Interest of Easingwold Sailors and Soldiers, per Mr. J. T. Robinson; Mrs. Gourley, Larne; Mrs. Judd, Crowboro'; Mrs. John M'Kee, Hillsborough; Mrs. Spence, Sunnyside St.; Mr. Robert M'Fetridge, Donnybrook St.; M.T., I.B., V.A.D. 58; Mrs Breen, Leglehid Garrison; Mrs. Marshall, Londonderry; Mrs. Dowds, Londonderry; "O.A."; Mrs. Martin, Ardglass; Mr. A.J. M'Kinley, Thorndale Avenue; Mr. B. E. Gold, Loughton; Mr. W. Howes, London; Mrs. W. J. Bell, Annadale; Mrs. John Laverty, Priestland P.O.; Mr. J. J. Cooke, Maryborough; Mrs. Gageby, Dover St.; Sergt. Osborough, Eglinton St.; Mrs. Higgins, Ravenhill Av.; Mrs. Hutchings, Newham; Mrs. E. M. Archdale, Ballinamallard; Mrs. Huey, York Street; Mrs. Lynn, Dover Street; Mr. Reid, High Street; Mr. W. J. Thompson, Dungannon; Mrs. Trotman, Dunsear; Mrs. Bruce, Lambeg; Mrs. Humphries, Whitehouse; The Brookboro' Comforts Guild, per Miss M. Taylor; Mrs. Duffy, Darkley; Mrs. O'Hara, Yarrow St.; Mrs. Fisher, Wolverton; Miss F. Smith, London; Mrs. Foxall, Rostrevor; Mrs. M'Ilroy, Yew Street; Mrs. Britton, Crigglestone; Mr. Murphy, College Park Av.; Miss Daly, London; Mrs. M'Neice, Merkland St.; Mrs. C. Brownlee, Letterbreen; Mrs. Byers, Virginia; Mrs. Patton; Ballynure; Mrs. Smith, Dublin; Miss C.A. Turnley, Cushendall; Mr. Lockhart, Deramore Av.; Mr. Tugan, Keady; Mrs. Whan, Lisburn; Mrs. M'Williams, Ballybay; Messrs. James and George M'Williams, Florenceville Drive; Mr. H. C. Willis, London; Mrs. Donohoe, Glasgow; Mr. H. Thurogood, Albury; Mrs. Hawthorn, Tipton; Mrs. Henry, Mountpottinger Road; Mrs. Gibson, Ballygowan; Mrs. White, Clones; Mrs. M'Quaide, Foxford; Mr. Chomeskey, Donard Street; Mrs. Railey, Pontypridd; Miss Scott, Bangor; Mrs. Hill, Edenderry Gardens; Miss Hanking, Newport; The Stitching Dept. Messrs. M'Crum, Watson & Mercer, per Miss K. Smith; Mrs. Thompson, Carntall Street; Mr. F. W. Gilbert, Chellaston; Mrs. Green, Shankill Road; Mrs. Crothers, Cumberland Street; Mr. Pat Boyle, Coatbridge; Mrs. Robinson, New, Barnett; Mrs. Campbell, Queensland St.; Mrs Kelso, Klondyke St.; Mr. J. M'Bride, Marsden Gardens; Hill St. Pres. Church, Lurgan; Mrs. Chambers, Hopewell Street; Mrs. Rutherford, Hopeton Street; Mrs. Crowley, London; Mrs. Mindenhall, London; Mrs. Winters, Walbeck Street; Mrs. Brown, Kenbann St.; Mrs. Snoddy, Larne; Mrs. J. J. Briggs, Milford; Mr. S. Williams, Fivemiletown; Mrs. Marsden, Lurgan; Mr. Lindsay, Ballygomartin Road; Mr. Philip Johnston; Mrs. Stead, Bacup; Mrs. Millar, Bentinck Street; Mrs. Booker, Eastbourne; Mrs. Henderson, Hill of Beath; Mr. J. Bartley; Mrs. Lamb, Parkmount St.; Miss J. Carter, London; Mrs. Gray, Shore Rd.; Mrs. M'Bride, Marsden Gardens; "I.A.S."; 41st Belfast Coy. Boys' Brigade, per Mr. D. Montgomery; Mrs. Gillespie, Rosevale St.; Mrs. Jamieson, Palestine St.; Mrs. Moore, "Ashley House"; Mrs. Mitchell, Lever St.; Mrs. Lee, Oldham; Mr. Andrews, Elswick St.; Miss Orr-Lewis, Whitewebbs; Miss Spence, Jocelyn Terrace; The Staff of the "Belfast News-Letter"; Mrs. Boon, Colchester; Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Coleman, Holywood; Miss C. Berridge, Broughton Astley; Mr. F.W. Connor, London; Mrs. Knox, Linden Gardens; Miss Moore and Miss Semple, Linden Gardens; Mrs. Montgomery, Annalong; Mrs. Barton, Newry; Mrs. M'Kee, Balfour Avenue; Mrs. Burrows, Halstein Drive; Mrs. Boyd, Titanic Street; Mr. S. Brown, c.o. Bell's United Asbestos Co., Ltd., Glasgow; Napkin Dept. Messrs. M'Crum, Watson & Mercer, per Miss Whiteside; Mrs. M'Crudden, Glasgow Street; Mrs. Britten, London; Mrs. Thomas, Maesteg; Mrs. Sweeney, Tullamore; Mrs. Barker, N. Shields; Miss A. Roome, London; Mr. Thomas H. Quin, Straidbally Hall; Mrs. Dwyer, London; Mrs. Cunningham, Bangor; Mrs. Campbell, Roden St.; Miss F.M. Neill, Dunmurry; Mrs. Sheridan, Roe Street; Mrs. Makemson, Roe Street; Mr. J.A. Gramlick, London; Mr. Twists S.S. Class, Pitt Street; Mrs. Jackson, Boardmills; Mrs. Woods, Lisburn; Mrs. Hanna, per Mrs. Wilson, Killinchy; Mrs. Rolleston, per Mr. J. J. Cooke, Maryborough. 172 0 0
10s each (2 months) -- Mrs. Booth, Wimbledon Street; Mrs. W.J. Barr, Woodstock Road; Mrs. Beattie, Groomsport Street; Mrs. Forde, Mullivalley; Mrs. M'Mahon, Carlow; Mrs. Savage, Bangor 3 0 0
10s each -- "O.W."; Miss L. M. Walsh, Lansdowne Road; Mr. Thomas Hanna, Balmoral Avenue; Miss C.E. M'Gee, Holywood; Mrs. Gray; Sapper J.W. Young, Australia, per Mr. S. Gillespie; Mr. J. Spottiswood, Combermere St.; Mr. M'Bride, Imperial St.; "A Friend"; Friends at Islandmagee, per Mrs. Carmichael, Prospect; the Girls of the Dressmaking Department, Messrs. James Lindsay & Co. Ltd., per Miss Morrow and Miss M'Callum; Mrs. Kennedy; Mrs. Jones, per Mrs. Lennox; "J.J."; Proceeds of Dance held at Ballycastle, per Mrs. Cavendish Clarke; Mr. G. Reilly, Dungannon 8 10 0
Mrs. Bannon, Kilnaleck 0 9 6
9s each -- Mrs. Matthews; Mrs. Dale 0 18 0
8s each (monthly) -- Mrs. Mulholland; Mrs. Perry; Mrs. Easton; Mrs. Kerr; Mrs. Lyttle; Mr. G. Stewart; Mrs. Doherty; Mrs. Baxter; Mr. Sloan; Miss F. Thornton; Mrs. Skilling; Mr. Heathwood; Mrs. S. Sheppard; Mrs. Terry; Mrs. Dymond; The Children of the County Council School, Boreham Wood, per Miss I.C. Edwards; Mrs. Nicholl; Mrs. Tomkinson; Mrs. Garrett; Mr. W. J. Cooke; Mrs. M'Roberts; Mrs. Matthews; British Red Cross Society and P.O.W. Help Fund, St. Catherine's Branch, per Mrs. Austin; Mrs. Bitten; Mrs. Barr; Mrs. Pinkerton; Mrs. Hamilton; Mrs. Burgess; Mrs. Watson; Mrs. Little; Mrs. Turnbull; Mr. Sloan; Mrs. Edgar; Mrs. Baxter; Mrs. Shutters; Mrs. Bold; Mrs. Bennett; Mrs. Berry; Miss M.C. M'Vicker; Mrs. Tate 16 0 0
7s 6d each (monthly) -- Mr. H. E. Goostrey; Mrs. Lenaghan; Mrs. Rush; Mrs. Johnstone; Mr. Foster; Miss S. Smyth; Mrs. Keely; Mrs. Oliver; Mr. and Mrs. Green; Mrs. H. Todd; Mrs. Wilson; Mrs. Morrison; Mr. H. Baxter; Mr. R. Williams; Mrs. Forsythe; Mrs. Grills; The Children of Cassland Road School, per Miss B. Camps; The Staff and Children of Lewisham Bridge G. S., per Miss L. Wilkins; Mrs. Hodgins; Mrs. Campbell, Mrs. M'Clure; Mr. Thomas Greer; Mrs. Jas. Park; Miss M. Bird; Mrs. M'Crory; Mr. Thomas Childe; Miss M. Oliver; Mrs. M'Veigh; Mrs. Cumberland; Mrs. Sloan; Mr. Sheeky; Mrs. Welham; Mrs. Hunter; Miss G. Goldsmith; Mr. D. Hamill; Mr. J. Brown; Mrs. Frazer; Mrs. H. Gettingby; Mrs. M'Donald; Mrs. White; Mr. W.J. Burns; Mrs. Norris 15 15 0
7s 6d each -- Mrs. Johnston; Miss M. Leathem; Mrs. M'Knight; Mrs. Massey; Miss C. Somerset; Mrs. O'Prey; the Teachers and Scholars, Queen's Road S.S., per Miss L. Pearson; Mrs. Bunting; Mr. Robert Cairns; Mrs. Todd; Miss M. B. Dunlop; Mrs. Jones; Mrs. Pigott; Mrs. Shilvock; Mrs. M'Mullan; Mrs. Johnston; Mrs. Langridge; Miss E. Platt; Mrs. Rhodes; Mrs. King; Mrs. Speers; Mrs. Hargrove; Mrs. M'Leer; Mrs. England; Miss M. Webster; Messrs. Truman, Hanbury, Buxton & Co., Ltd., Works Dept.; Mr. J. Harbison; Mr. M. H. Wilson; Miss Page; Miss E. Mossop; Miss Howie; Mrs. Day; Mrs. Cully; Mrs. Hastings; Mrs. Palmer; Mrs. O'Keefe; Mr. Comish; Mrs. Coates; Mrs. Carpenter; Mrs. Rule; Mrs. Dyer; Mrs. Hooks; Miss M. Littley; Mr. F. M'Closkey; Mr. P. Reilly 16 17 6
7s each -- Mr. H. Jackson; Mrs. Cunnaughton; Mrs. Mills; Mrs. Russell 1 8 0
Mr. Veale 0 6 6
6s each (monthly) -- Mr. A.F. Saunders; Mrs. Boyd; the Misses Bourke 0 18 0
Mr. Raymond Young 0 6 4
6s each -- Mrs. Johnston; Mrs. Speers; Mrs. Harding; Mrs. Peggs; Mrs. Hanson; Mrs. Curran; Mrs. Gamble; Mrs. Barry; Mrs. F. M'Clure; Mrs. Kirk; Mrs. Quirey;Mrs. Stewart; Mr. J. Burns; Mlle. H. Ramuz; Mr. W. Hudson; Mrs. Skelton; Mrs. Turner; Mrs. Brown; Miss Lillie 5 14 0
Collected by Miss Myrtle Corry 0 5 7
5s each -- Mrs. Roney; Mrs. Brown; Mrs. Houston; Mrs. M'Neill; Mrs. Spence; Mrs. Walkington; Mrs. M'Curry; Mrs. Boyd; Mrs. Kennedy; Mr. P. Carney; Mrs. Setgood; Mrs. Todd; Mr. Baird; Mrs. Haley; Mrs. Carson; Mrs. M'Cullough; Mrs. Cully; Mrs. Tully; Mrs. Gourley; Mrs. M'Kenzie; Sergt. Peter Mays, B.E.F., France;Mrs. Logue; Mrs. Elgin; Mrs. Gillespie; Mrs. Anderson; Mrs. Hanley; Mrs. Gorry; Mrs. Griffiths; Mrs. M'Coubray; Mrs. M. Hollis; Mr. A. Lee; Mr. Sam Todd; Miss Blair, per Mrs Pr[--?--]; Mrs. Harper; Miss Lennox; Mrs. [--?--]elson; Mr. Hobson; Mrs. M'Allister; Mrs. Fone; Mrs. Frisby; Miss F. Pike; Mrs. Bird; Mrs. Buckett, Mr. Elwood, Mrs. Chapman; Miss Weir; Mrs. King; Mrs. Simpson; Miss G. Wynne, Mrs. Lowry; Mrs. Erskine; Mrs. M'Cue; Mrs. Thornton; Mrs. Redpath; Mrs. A. Walker; Mrs. Hoy; Mrs. Timmonds; Mrs. Dobbin; Mrs. Clark; Mrs. Walsh; Mrs. Gilmore; Miss D. Turnwell; Mrs. Watt; Mrs. Hamilton;Miss Cosgrove; Mrs. Moore; Mrs. and Miss Annie Dewind; Mrs. Cowden; Mrs. Todd; Mrs. M'Avoy; Mrs. Walker; Mrs. Geymour; Mrs. Barnard; Mrs. Faulds; Mrs. Whitby; Mrs. O'Rourke; Mrs. Rainey; Mrs. Lavery; Mr. J. A. Brown;Mrs. Crothers; Mrs. Edmonds; Mrs.F Edwards; Mr. Robert Dunn; Mrs. Eastham;Mr. J. Rochester; Mrs. Houston; Miss Lorimer; Mrs. Hamilton; Miss A. Ross; Mr. Madle;Mrs. Murphy; Mr. Hassard; Mrs. Doyle; Mrs. Giffen; Mrs. Hammond; Mrs. White; Mrs. Pilbeam; Mrs. Eagle; Mr. J. Driscoll; Mrs. White; Mr. W. Short; Mrs. Clarke; Mrs. Thompson; Mrs. Thompson (London); Lieut. R.D. Wilson, A.S.C.; Mrs. Dunlop; Mrs. Foster; Mrs. Wade; Mr. H. Evans; Mrs. Crawford; Mrs. Cunningham; Mr. John Patterson; Mrs. Annett; Miss M.B. Dunlop; Mrs. Hagans; Mrs. Campbell; Mrs. Peel; Miss Gordon; Miss Dadge; Mrs. Minnis; Mrs. Wright; Miss L. Blair; Mrs. Shuttleworth; Mrs. Roberts; Mrs. Harding; Mrs. Keegan; Mrs. W.M'Calmont; Mrs. King; Miss D. Byron; Miss Ferguson; Miss L. Cranston; Mrs. Wm. Patton; Mrs. Moore; Mrs. Milligan; Mrs. Broad; Mr. Robert Beggs; Mrs. Burns; Miss M'Auley; Mr. John M'Creary; Mr. G. [?]uckle; Mrs. Liggett; Mrs. Brownlee; Mr. Thomas Thompson; Mrs. Graham; Mrs. O'Neill; Miss P.A. Taylor; Mrs. Coffey; Mrs. Shields; Miss Lindsay; Mrs. Irvine; Mrs. Crowe; Mrs. Craig; Mrs. Farrell; Mrs. Dillon; Mr. T. Murphy; Mrs. M'Lean; Mrs. Houchin; Miss Scott; Mr. Thos. Pye; Mrs. Murdock; Mrs. Redpath; Mrs. Hutchinson; Mrs. Boyd; Miss Allen; Mrs. Purdy; Mrs. Putman; Mr. Ward; Mrs. Reynolds; Mrs. Payne; Miss M. Houston; Mrs. M'Mullan; Mrs. Davis; Mrs. West; Mrs. H. Rigley; Mrs. Farrell; Mr. S. O'Neill; Mrs. W. H. Todd; Miss Day; Mrs. B. Newton; Mrs. Orr; Mrs. Reid; Mrs. Burton; Mrs. M'Kevitt; Mrs. Nairn; Mrs. Buchanan; Mrs. Lyttle; Mrs. Bates; Mrs. Lamb; Mrs. Gilmore; the Children of Hutchinson Street No. 2 N.S., per Mr. A. Harvey; Mrs. Newman; Mrs. Williams; Mrs. Elliott; Mrs. Hamilton; Mrs. M'Cartan; Mrs. Sadler; Mrs. Smith; Miss Gordon; Mrs. Graham; Mrs. M'Cartney; Mrs. Barnett; Miss Vance; Mrs. Moreland; Mrs. M'Keown; Miss Baird; Mrs. M'Dowell; Mrs. Gregg; Mrs. Pepper; Mr. Hutchinson;Mrs. Corry; Mr. F. Anderson; Mrs. M'Carrol; Mr. Alex Donaghey; Mrs. Jaycock; Mrs. Venard; Mrs. Baille; Mrs. Humphrey; Mrs. Stirling; Mrs. Breese; Mrs. Short; Mrs. Tuite; Pte. A.W. Jones; Mr. G. Wall; Mrs. Adams; Miss Bridge; Mrs. Trevallion, Mrs. M'Cullough, Mrs. Martin, Mrs. Roney, Mrs. Hoy, Mrs. Darroch, Mrs. Looney, Mrs. Colquhoun, Mrs. H. Robb, Mr. Murray, Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Johnston, Mrs. Freeman, Mrs. M'Ateer, Miss Knipe, Miss N. Heydon, Mrs. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Townsley, Mrs. Thwaites, per Mrs. Pratt; Mrs. Durrant, Mrs. Gillingham, Mr. W. Rigley, Mrs. Cardego, Mrs. Bell, Mrs. R. Hanna, Mrs. Uprichard, Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Miller,Mr. H. Morris, Mrs. Gilpen, Miss Whiteside, Mr. John Gordon, Mr. Thos. Stewart,Mrs. T.G. Smyth, Mrs. Smyth, Mrs. Ferris, Mrs. Akehurst, Mrs. Chrisp, Mrs. Clarke,Mrs. Trew, Mr. John Ireland, Mrs. Speers, Mrs. Scott, Mrs. Hughes, Mrs. Tolley,Mrs. Meagher, Mrs. Whelan, Mrs. Shaw, Mr. T.W. French, Mrs. Sharman, Mrs. Collings,Mr. Fred Calvert, Mrs. Wilson, Mr. Brannigan, Mrs. Lafferty, Mrs. Crawford, Mrs. Walls, Mrs. Giffen, Miss M. Murphy, Mrs. Gilpen, Mrs. Montgomery, Mrs. Montgomery, Miss M. Trimble, Mrs. Boyd, Mrs. Harrison, Mrs. Hemphill, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. R. Hanna, Mr. J. Houston, Mrs. Breen, Mrs. Hamilton, Mrs. Brown, Mr. A. Scott, Miss Moore, Mrs. M'Knight, Mrs. Anderson, Miss F. Hewitt, Mrs. Scott, Miss N. Salont, Mrs. Hamilton, Mr. May, Mr. Ruddy, Mrs. Robb, Mrs. Cairns, Mrs. Jakes, Miss D. F. Carman, Mrs. Campbell, Miss M. Peacocke, Mrs. Hall, Mr. Turley, "A Friend," Mrs. Chapman, Mrs. Farrelly, Mrs. Murray, Mrs. M'Nally, Mrs. Davidson,Mr. R. J. Younge, Miss Duffy, Mr. W. Hanna, Mr. Jas. Kelly, Mr. D. Graham, Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. M'Cormick, Mrs. Fisher, Mrs. Bunn, Mrs. M'Kernan, Mrs. Brigdell, Mrs. M'Millan, "H. I. M.," Mrs. Kennedy, Mrs. Patterson, Mrs. Davidson, Miss F. Bohannon, Mrs. Smythe; Mrs. Bell, Mrs. M'Clure, Miss E. M'Master, Mrs. Bennett, Mrs. Baird, Mrs. M'Mullan, Mrs. Carney, Mr. and Mrs. Tremelling,Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Cooper, Mrs. Abdale, Mrs. Mouncey, Mrs. Taggert, Mr. M. Flavell, Mrs. M'Whirter, Mrs. Proctor, Mrs. Britten, Mrs. Stirling, Miss Stanfield,Mrs. Adams, Mr. Johnston, Mrs. Neill, Mrs. Montgomery, "N.E.S.," Mrs. Parker, Mr. John Stronge, Mrs. Livingstone, Mrs. Wilks, Mrs. Hutchinson, Mrs. Baille, Mrs. Leckey, Mrs. Crawley, Mrs. Davies, Mr. M'Larnon, Miss D. Stone, Mrs. Molloy, Mrs. Agnew, Mr. M'Cormick, Miss K. Aicken, Mrs. Spratt, Miss M. Miller, Mrs. Dickson, Mrs. Bailie, Mrs. Lecky, Mrs. Keel, Mrs. Crozier, Mrs. Parish, Mrs. Wood, Mrs. Martin, Miss. Boyce, Mrs. Chapman, Mr. Lilley, Mrs. Rigley, Mrs. M'Creedy, Mrs Richardson, Mr. Boyd, Mrs. Armstrong, Mrs. White, Mrs. Mawhinney, Mr. Jos. Ruddy, Mrs. O'Rourke, Mrs. Roney, Mrs. Weir, Mrs. O'Neill, Mr. T. Woods, Mrs. Boyd, Mrs. M'Dermott, Mrs. Gamble, Mrs. Rankin, Mrs. Gibson, Miss M'Grath, Mr. W. Faust, Mr. M'Intyre, Mrs. Shaw, Mr. Wheeler,Mrs. Nash, Mrs. Loach, R.A.O.B., Jas. Cowan Lodge, No. 1450, Newbriggen-by-the-Sea, per Mr. J. M'Callum, Mrs. S. Todd, Mrs. Vincer, Mrs. Rone, Mrs. Cunningham, Mrs. Kelly, Mrs. Lewis, Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Caughan, Miss M. Brand, Mrs. Cattle, Mrs. Patterson, Miss Holden, M'Clure Street Infant Sunday School, per Miss Young: Mrs. M'Kinley, Mrs. Dittert, Mrs. Privite, Mrs. Nicholl, Mrs. Yarnall, Mrs. Eade, Mrs. Galloway, Mrs. King, Miss G. Wynne, Mrs. Root, Mr. G. Huckle, Mrs. Morrow, Miss M. Lorimer, Mrs. Jas. Wilson, Mrs. West, Mrs. W. Griffiths, Mrs. M'Avoy, Mrs. Mullan, Mrs. Burns, Mrs. Foster, Mrs. Milliken, Mrs. Robinson, Mrs. M'Coubrey, Mrs. Steele, Mrs. Thorogood, Mrs. Kane, Mrs. Ward, Mr. P. Carney, Masters Jim and Billie Clarke, Cliftonpark Congregational Church, per Mr. F. M'Meekan; Miss A. Barr, per Mrs. Pryde; Mrs. Lavery, Mrs. Todd 115 15 0
Mrs. Pentland 0 4 6
4s each -- Mrs. Kirk, Mrs. Prentice, Mrs. South, Mrs. M'Dowell, Mrs. Dickie, Mrs. M'Avoy, Mrs. M'Cutcheon, Mrs. Higginson, Mrs. Spratt, Mrs. Logan, Mrs. Millar, Mrs. Turley, Mrs. Patterson, Mrs. Black, Mrs. Gardiner, Mr. J. Crowe, Mrs. Wallace, Mrs. Dunn, Mrs. Boyd, Mr. Ball, Mrs. Maguire, Mrs. M'Gibney, Mrs. Getty, Mrs. Wright, Miss Scott, Mrs. Chambers, Mrs. Kennedy, Mrs. M'Connell, Mrs. M'Kenzie, Mr. W. J. S. Smith, Mr. W. Macready, Miss Mitchell, Mrs. Blair, Mrs. Murray, Mrs. Clarke, Mrs. Morgan, Pte. R. W. Alexander, Mrs. Leggett, Mrs. M'Allister, Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. M'Cullough, Mrs. Forgrave, Mrs. M'Neice, Mrs. M'Geagh, Mrs. Skillen, Mrs. Day, Mrs. Mills, Mrs. M'Cauley, Mr. Thos. Mullan, Mrs. M'Allister, Mrs. Simpson, Mrs. Irvine, Mrs. Lilley, Mrs. Moorehead, Mrs. Woods, Mr. John Henighen, Mrs. Clarke, Mrs. Mackerell, Mrs. Sommerville, Mrs. Magee, Mr. Gordon, Mrs. Fitzsimmons, Mrs. Wm. Brennan, Mrs. Semple, Mrs. Croft, Mr. John Foster, Mrs. Ralleston, Mrs. Nesbitt, Miss Carson, Mrs. Massey, Mrs. M'Carville, Mrs. Johnston, Mrs. Blair, Mrs. Stevenson, Mrs. Armstrong, Maysan, Mrs. M'Ginnis, Miss Lemon, Mrs. Cairns, Mrs. Monk, Mrs. Grant, Mrs. Cordner, Mr. John Crowe, Mrs. Day, Mrs. Warren, Mrs. Orr, Mrs. Morgan, Mrs. M'Kenzie, Mrs. Gardiner, Mrs. Pratt, Mrs. Dickie, Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Boomer, Mrs. Smyth 18 16 0
3s each -- Miss F. Wilby, Mr. R. M'Gibney, Miss B. Sheehan, Mrs. Swindells, Mr. A. Neal, Miss M. L. Fenton, Mrs. Wines, Mr. J. M'Manus, Mrs. Peggs 1 7 0
2s 6d each -- Miss Gordon, Miss C. Enright, Mrs. Loughran, Miss Henry, Mrs. Campbell, Mrs. Hughes, Mrs. Palmer, Mrs. Gardiner, Miss "A. H.," Mrs. Brown, the Misses Skelton, Mrs. Coram 1 10 0
2 s each -- Mr. R. Fenning, Mrs. Swindle 0 4 0
CHURCH COLLECTIONS.
Details will be found this month in the "Northern Whig."
Newtownbreda Presbyterian Church 64 18 0
Dundela Presbyterian Church 32 5 0
Castlereagh Presbyterian Church (2 months) 28 8 0
Knockbreda Parish Church 26 1 0
Ballynafeigh Methodist Church 24 3 0
Carlisle Memorial Methodist Church 23 10 0
Cooke Centenary Church 20 5 8
St. Enoch's Presbyterian Church 20 4 6
St. Jude's, Ballynafeigh 18 17 0
Knock Methodist Church 14 16 6
St. Columba's, Knock 13 10 0
Belmont Presbyterian Church 10 15 0
Loughinisland (Seaforde) Parish Church 7 5 0
Regent Street Presbyterian Church, Newtownards 6 15 9
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  £311 14 5
SOUTH BELFAST MONTHLY COLLECTIONS.
Bawnmore Road -- Collected by Mrs. M'Lean and Mrs. Cosgrove 3 15 6
Deramore Park -- Collected by Mrs. Robin Workman 8 8 0
Rugby Road and Rugby Street -- Collected by Miss K. Cosgrove 1 12 6
Myrtlefield Park -- Collected by Mrs. Leitch 5 10 0
Mount Charles -- Collected by Miss Grace Stringer 2 13 6
College Green and Park -- Collected by Mrs. John M'Connell 6 1 6
Malone Park (portion) -- Collected by Mrs. Bodel 4 10 6
Balmoral Avenue -- Collected by Mrs. L. Gotto 5 14 6
Malone Road (Balmoral Ave. to Wellington Pk.) -- Collected by Mrs. H. Totton 5 18 0
Eglantine Avenue -- Collected by Mrs. and Miss MacIlwaine 18 18 6
Osborne Park -- Collected by Mrs. Fraser 4 4 2
Malone Avenue, Eglantine Gardens and Place -- Collected by the Misses Newett 6 1 6
Marlboro' Park North -- Collected by Mrs. W. P. Reid 2 17 0
Marlboro' Park Central -- Collected by Miss K. Irwin 1 13 0
College Gardens -- Collected by Mrs. A. H. Martin 14 15 0
Derryvolgie Avenue -- Collected by Miss Atkinson 2 17 0
University Road (Botanic Gds. up to and including Chlorine Gardens) -- Collected by Miss Dalziel 3 2 6
Deramore Park South -- Collected by Mrs. Tom Mackie 6 0 0
Stranmillis Road -- Collected by Miss Blair 5 13 6
Part of Malone Park -- Collected by Miss Condy 3 7 0
Adelaide Pk. -- Collected by Mrs. J. Hyde 13 15 6
The Crescents -- Collected by Miss M. Sheppard 2 19 6
Cadogan Park -- Collected by Miss M. Holland 4 0 0
Malone Road (Dunelin to Moravian Church) -- Collected by Miss Kamcke 9 18 6
Windsor Avenue -- Collected by Mrs. W. C. Mitchell 12 11 6
Lisburn Road (Donegall Pass to Marlborough Park), Fountainville, Wellesley, Ashley, Tate's, Lr. Windsor, Lisburn, Adelaide and Marlboro' Avenues Claremont, Abercorn, Camden, Fitzwilliam Donnybrook, Melrose, Edinburgh, Meadowbank, Chadwick, Surrey, Ethel, Brookland, Rathcool, Rathgar, Great Northern and Ferndale Streets; Rathgar and Rathcool Cottages; Windsor Road -- Collected by Miss Gracey 18 13 0
Cranmore Ave. -- Collected by Mrs. G. O. Lytle 20 1 6
Windsor Park -- Collected by Mrs. John Sinclair 24 19 0
Ulsterville Avenue, Gardens, and Place; Belgravia, Dunluce and Botanic Avenues; Belgravia, Cromwell Road, University, Ireton and India Streets; part of Lisburn Road -- Collected by Mrs. Shaw 10 18 0
Elmwood Avenue -- Collected by Miss H. Douglas 2 5 0
Lisburn Road -(Marlboro' Pk. To Osborne Pk.) -- Collected by Miss Kenning 2 10 6
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£237 12 8
GENERAL FUND.
Mrs. Olphert, Dublin (2 months) 2 0 0
General Hands, Owen O'Cork Mills, per Mr. W.J. Surgenor (2 months) 1 12 0
Mrs. M'Caw, Atlantic Avenue (2 months) 1 0 0
10s each (monthly) -- A.S.C. -- Major H.C. Robinson, Major C.P. Coote 1 0 0
10s each -- Lieut. W. Andrews, A.C.D.; "In Memory of G.Y.H." 1 0 0
5s each (monthly) A.S.C. -- Capt. Wasson, Lieut. W. Ross, Lieut. S. Cumming, Lieut. R. Watts, M.C. 1 0 0
5s each (monthly) -- J. T., Mrs John Martin 0 10 0
Subscriptions received for the 36th (Ulster) Divisional Train, A.S.C.: --
Per Mrs. R. I. Calwell: --
Mrs. John Rea, Annadale (monthly) 1 0 0  
Mrs. R. I. Calwell 1 0 0  
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2 0 0
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GRAND TOTAL £20,114 17 11

On behalf of our Committee we beg most thankfully to acknowledge the above subscriptions.

In accordance with instructions received from the Central Prisoners of War Committee the despatch of parcels to our Prisoners of War was discontinued subsequent to the signing of the Armistice.

Considerable uncertainty exists as to the sums which our Collectors and Helpers may have in hand for the benefit of our Fund, as well as to the marketable value of our stocks of Food-stuffs and other commodities, but as there is reason to hope that our Assets (inclusive of sums still to be handed in or held on deposit for us) will be sufficient to meet our liabilities, we do not propose in the meantime making any further appeals for funds.

We shall, of course, be glad to receive all sums already in hand and all subscriptions due.

Subscriptions received subsequent to 31st October will be acknowledged in the Press as soon as a list can be prepared.

We beg to make this an opportunity of tendering our most grateful thanks to all those who have supported the Ulster Women's Gift Fund so generously during the period of the War.

       F. RICHARDSON, Chairman.
       VENIE BARR, Honorary Secretary.
       W. KING STEVENSON, Honorary Treasurer.

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THE FOOTBALL FIELD.

ADDRESS TO CONSTITUENTS.
RECONSTRUCTION AND REFORM.
(By WANDERER.)

We are now in the midst of the election whirl, and it is but meet that I should take the earliest opportunity of reiterating the beliefs I hold and the interests I represent in the world of sport. I have been before the football public as "Wanderer" for upwards of a quarter of a century, and during that period I have striven -- and I may claim without egotism that my efforts have not been unrewarded -- to establish Junior football on its rightful pedestal amongst the games of the nation.

We have now entered on a new era.The war, with its calamitous consequences, is over, and the advent of peace suggests, in sport as in politics, a programme of reconstruction to which we can apply all our energies and all our propagandist activity.During the four seasons of war our only aim has been to keep the game alive until the boys should return.It was a responsible undertaking, and one not immune from difficulties.The authorities have managed to keep the various Leagues, Alliances, and Combinations afloat, and good luck to them for the splendid success they achieved in the adverse circumstances.

There is no doubt that the war has materially affected the prestige and playing strength of our competitions, and it behoves those in power to reorganise.During the past few years a large number of unattached football clubs have sprung into being in many parts of the city.This irregular traffic in sport is manifestly undesirable, and has been the means of creating much annoyance in affiliated football.

A reconstruction scheme was adopted through the agency of Mr. George Steed and his friends last season, when over 50 unattached clubs were affiliated to the Irish Football Association; and to the credit of the promoters be it said, they achieved something for the benefit of the rising generation.However, every sanction is due to the fundamental principle underlying the formation of the Minor League, and the understanding that the clubs would advance into a higher stage at the opening of the succeeding season offered great promise; but this has not so far been a great success, as only a few of the clubs were ambitious for a higher sphere.It is to be hoped that there will be a more marked disposition on the part of the clubs to do so in the future, and that as a result of their enterprise the Alliance and the Combination will be enabled to sustain their playing strength at a level which will add to the influence of Junior football.

It is not my intention to take up space relative to the action of the I.F.A. in allowing the Referees' Committee to increase the fees of the referees in Junior Cup ties.I strongly advocate that a change in the constitution of the committee is most desirable, and I would advise that the Juniors should be represented on the committee, to deal with similar cases that may arise in the future.

I am also strongly in favour of the Juniors managing the Irish Junior Cup competition.As the rule stands, the I.F.A. send down four members of the Senior Council to watch over the deliberations of the committee.This is not as it ought to be.If the Association has confidence in the ability of those who have been all their lives working amongst the Juniors to conduct the competition, surely there is no necessity for members of the Seniors to participate in the management.I contend that this is a hindrance to the prosperity of the Junior Cup, as compared with the success of the Steel & Sons Cup, which is managed entirely by Juniors from the County Antrim Association.

On the question of shorter working hours, I am strongly in favour of reform in this direction, more especially as the democratic tendency of the age is towards trade unionism. Furthermore, at this period of the football season, a game of one hour's duration seems quite ample with an early kick-off, and in view of the restricted period of daylight.This measure has been adopted across the Channel, and proved quite satisfactory.

I am a firm and convinced believer in the maintenance of the union between Ireland and Great Britain by the promotion of International contests.During the past four seasons of the war, football has undoubtedly been maintained with difficulties, and the absence of sporting rivalry and social intercourse

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WORK AT THE PLOTS.

POINTS TO REMEMBER.
THE BENEFITS OF FROST.

(By the Editor of the "Smallholder.")

At this time of the year all work upon a garden or an allotment is dependent upon the weather.If it happens to be wet and snowy there is nothing for it, of course, but to keep off the ground altogether.Trampling upon the soil under such conditions only tends to make it more sodden; and further, ground dug under wet conditions never works down to a fine tilth.

But if the ground is hard and frost bound, you have a chance to do much important work.Our plan is always to wheel out manures under frosty conditions, as then not only is the work easily performed but there is no cutting up of the walks or the ground by the wheels of the barrow.

Under dry and frosty conditions, too, one can push on with all speed any digging that has to be done, for the sooner all vacant plots are turned up to weather, the better.

Pea and bean sticks should also be prepared now, instead of waiting until the plants require support.The trimming of these should be done with the aid of a sharp bill-hook and a block on which to shape the ends.We always trim ours in fan shape, placing the long sticks together and the short ones by themselves and then tying each kind up into nice light bundles.Both the pea and bean sticks keep better when stacked together upright.

Where broad bean and pea crops were sown as advised, the young seedlings will be showing above ground and a little soil should be drawn up on each side of the row to protect them from cutting winds. It is advisable to do this on a dry day, forming a slight ridge about two inches high, close up to the plants without covering them.At the same time apply a light dusting of soot to keep away slugs or other pests.

Parsnips are also needing attention.For one thing, be sure to clear off the tops that have dried down, and also any other decaying matter, so as to allow air full access to the roots.In addition it will be well to dig up one half of the crops and store the roots in sand or fine ashes in a sellar or shed.The other half can then be left in the ground until required.

Jerusalem Artichokes should be treated the same as parsnips.Every little piece of tuber must, however, be dug out of the ground, for if left behind these small pieces grow and become a nuisance next season.

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MURDER OF DAUGHTER-IN-LAW.

FINISH OF CARLOW TRIAL.

DEATH SENTENCE ON MRS. PURSER.

The concluding stages in the Carlow murder trial were reached at the Leinster Assizes in Dublin on Thursday evening, when Thomasina Purser was found guilty of the murder of her daughter-in-law, Annie Purser, at Castletown, on October 30.

After an absence of about ten minutes the jury returned with their verdict, the foreman intimating that they were of opinion that there should be a strong recommendation to mercy.

Mr. Justice Pim said the recommendation would be sent forward at once to the proper quarter.His Lordship, assuming the black cap, then sentenced the prisoner to be executed on January 8.

The Crown contended that accused and her son Richard (deceased's husband) placed a bed-tick over deceased's head while she was ill, and lay on it until she was smothered.Accused's son was found guilty and sentenced to death for the offence on Tuesday.

Professor M'Weeney, who had made a post-mortem examination of deceased stated that he found distinct traces of arsenic in the stomach, but the quantity present would not be equal to a full medium dose.The condition of the organs pointed to death by suffocation.

The case for the prosecution having closed, Mr. J.B. Sealy, K.C., addressing the jury for the prisoner, said that the only explanation of the crime was insanity.Their defence was that this woman was a religious maniac from youth upwards, and that this religious mania developed into a form of impulsive insanity.Her mind was unduly devoted to religion; her thoughts were of nothing but death, and after she had undergone a serious operation this morbidity and depression increased.Her solitary life and her confessions of the crime pointed to insanity.

The accused's sisters gave evidence as to insanity in the family, showing that several of its members were of unsound mind, one having been in the Carlow Lunatic Asylum.

One of the sisters said that the prisoner was in the habit of writing religious poems -- one in particular after her mother's death, when she commenced to brood a lot and wander about by herself.

The Attorney-General then read a few lines from the poem referred to, as follow:--

"Ah, mother, mother, must we part
In this, the silent hour,
And no one near thee now but me
To soothe my mother's brow.
"Oh, must I stand beside this bed
In sorrow and in tears,
To lay my hand upon thy brow,
And see the last dear breath."

Mr. Justice Pim -- I think you need not go any further.

Mr. James Twamly, who was married to a sister of the prisoner, in answer to Mr. Sealy, KC., said he always regarded the accused as insane.He knew her for thirty years, and she never entered into a conversation with him, even when she was staying in the house.She never associated with people.

Mr. Justice Pim -- I know some of the sanest people who do things like that. (Laughter.)

RECTOR GIVES EVIDENCE

Rev. W.G. Willis, rector of Staplestown, said the accused was a parishioner of his.She was a puzzle to him, and he made a study of her.She never seemed to enter into the life of the place, and she seemed dazed.In speaking about religion he often wondered was she a hypocrite, but he was sure she was not.He would rather call her a fanatic.When her husband died her melancholy increased, and she talked of how soon she would be dead herself.

Answering the Attorney-General, witness said accused was a member of the Church of Ireland, and attended regularly.Her mind seemed to dwell on the other world.It was difficult to say if she was capable of distinguishing between right and wrong.

Dr. William Morris, Waterford Prison, and proprietor of a private asylum, said in his opinion when the woman committed the crime of which she was accused she did not know the difference between right and wrong.

The Attorney-General asked witness when he arrived at that conclusion?

Witness -- When I heard all the evidence given in the case.

Did you give a certificate on her leaving the prison that "I did not observe any symptom of insanity?" -- Yes.

MEDICAL KNIGHT AS WITNESS.

Sir Thomas Myles, who saw the prisoner at Mountjoy Prison, said the had arrived at the conclusion that she was incoherent in language and thought, had a defective memory on fundamental matters, and that the crime appeared to him to have been, as far as she was concerned, a case of "impulsive insanity."

Mr. Justice Pim -- You are putting forward this, that the woman was acting under uncontrollable influence and not realising that it was wrong? -- Yes.

This concluded the defence.

Accused, when asked if she had anything to say before sentence was passed, replied:-- "Can I go to my sister?"

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"SHOOT ALL DOWN."

FEROCIOUS GERMAN ORDERS.

SOUGHT TO CRUSH REVOLUTION.

There has come into the possession of the Berlin correspondent of a Dutch paper a military document that reveals for the first time a desperate attempt made by the military authorities at Berlin to kill the German Revolution (telegraphs the London "Daily Telegraph" special correspondent at Rotterdam).It appears that the main efforts were directed to prevent the revolting sailors from Kiel and Hamburg reaching Berlin.

The history of the event and the copy of these orders, which the correspondent describes as the most gruesome of the war, is as follows:-

On November 5 a lieutenant, with 27 men and two machine-guns, was sent to Neustadt, with orders to hold up all trains from Hamburg and Kiel and send back the soldiers and sailors travelling.When the lieutenant arrived at Neustadt, however, he was told by the station guard that a new order had been received that the men in the train had leave passes, and must be allowed to proceed.The lieutenant acted accordingly, but the next day an order came from the Berlin Command that the original instructions must be obeyed.The officer obtained reinforcements and mounted machine-guns in the station windows.A train arrived, but the officer was informed that it contained a number of women and children as well as sailors.He persuaded the sailors, who were desperately hungry, to return to Hamburg after he had provided them with food.

In the evening, however, events took a different turn for there arrived at the station a reinforcement of 120 soldiers with no fewer than fourteen machine-guns.Just as they arrived the lieutenant in command received the following message from Berlin:-"Train is coming from direction of Wittenburg with mutineers; derail the train immediately; shoot upon it from all sides with machine-guns and whatever other weapons you have; you must continue firing until there is no sign of life in the train; it is a fight for life and death."

Accordingly machine-guns were mounted on all buildings on the approach to the station, and even on the roof, and soldiers were posted ready for action.Then came to the officer the stationmaster, wringing his hands, saying that also in the train were large numbers of women and children.The train was stopped just outside the station.It was there until dawn when the soldiers, sailors, and workmen marched from it and saw themselves faced by machine-guns on all directions.

There was a panic, and eventually two sailors restored calm, while the lieutenant explained his orders that the train must not pass.In the evening, however, they re-entered the train, which resumed its journey.Shortly afterwards came a rebuke from Berlin to the officer for having "negotiated with the mutineers," and with fresh orders that "a new train with mutineers is on the way.Regardless of all who may be in it, this train must be derailed, and everybody in it mercilessly shot down."

The officer, on receiving this barbaric command, collapsed, and had to be carried away unconscious.There was nobody among the military on the spot to undertake to carry out the orders, and so the train passed through, uninterrupted, to Berlin.

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SHIPPING CASUALTIES

Lloyd's Havana correspondent telegraphs the Dutch schooner Soogezand l., from Casilda for Key West, stranded at Cape San Antonio.

Gravesend telegraphs the British steamers, Rudmore, outward bound, and Crown of Galicia, from the Tyne, collided yesterday evening off Purfleet.The former vessel foundered, but the crew were saved, and the latter proceeded to West India Dock, with extensive damage to her bows.

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WHIST DRIVE AT WHITEHEAD.

The whist drive organised by Mrs. W. M'C. Martin and Miss Aherne for the entertainment of convalescent soldiers resident in King's Road Home, Whitehead, and held last evening, proved as enjoyable as the previous "drives."There was a large attendance of visitors, and after a series of closely-contested games the highest scores were returned by Privates Collins, Jackson, and Heaney, while the lady's prize was awarded Mrs. Nethery.The prizes were gracefully presented by Mrs. Stagg.

The British hospital ship Formosa has returned to Copenhagen from Stettin with wounded and sick prisoners of war on board.After coaling the Formosa will continue her voyage to England.One of the wounded died on the voyage.

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SWIMMING IN BELFAST.

KEEN CHAMPIONSHIP RACE.

East End Amateur Swimming Club has long been recognised as an enterprising organisation, but the monster Victory gala held on Wednesday evening in Templemore Baths, under its auspices, may be said to have hall-marked and stamped that reputation.Councillor A. Atkinson presided, and there was a large attendance of citizens, whose appreciation of an excellent entertainment was enthusiastically demonstrated.

The principal attraction on the programme was the 50 yards' Ulster Ladies Championship race, in which the successful competitor proved to be Miss Maude Craig, of Donegall A.S. Club, Mrs. D. Scott (Victoria) gaining second position, and Miss L. Craig, sister and club-mate of the new champion, coming home third.The time for the final was 43 2-5secs.The championship race caused the most intense excitement, the struggle for supremacy being particularly keen.Miss Marion Carson (Belfast Amateurs), last year's holder of the title, made a plucky effort, but her recent illness, combined with the fact that she had not been able properly to train, was against her, and she was defeated in the fastest heat (43secs.) by Miss Maud Craig.

The 50 yards' Co. Down Ladies' Championship was won by Mrs. D. Scott (Victoria) in 54secs.Prior to this race it was intimated that a protest had been lodged against Mrs. Scott's entry. It being contended that the contest was only open to Templemore clubs.Miss P. Ferguson touched 2nd, and Miss L. Robb 3rd.

A keenly-played water polo match between sides representing East End and Victoria was thoroughly enjoyed by spectators, and resulted in a scoreless draw.The East Enders in true sporting spirit afterwards handed over the polo prizes to the visitors.

The results of the other races were as follows:

Two Lengths' Learners' Race (club) -- Miss F. Allen, 1st; Miss M. Watson (scratch), 2nd; Miss A. Kelso, 3rd.

Two Lengths' Handicap for Lady President's Challenge Cup-- Miss L. Robb, 1st; Miss A. Calderwood, 2nd; Miss B. Calderwood, 3rd.

Three Lengths' Novice Handicap -- E. M'Keown (Donegall), 1st; R. Greer (East End), 2nd; J. Munro (Victoria): scratch man, 3rd. An excellent race Munro's performance being specially praiseworthy.

Four Lengths' Open Handicap -- J. Bell (Victoria), 1st; George T.Corry (Donegall), 2nd; and J.J. Smyth (Belfast Amateurs), 3rd.Time, 63secs.

Two Lengths' Handicap, for boys under 15 years -- J. Greer, 1st; F. R. Wilson (scr.), 2nd; and -- Martin, 3rd.

The gala officials were:-M. C., Mr. William C. Cheater, I.A.S.A.; starter and timekeeper, Mr. W. E. Morris, I.A.S.A.; check starter and timekeeper, Mr. H. Lemon, I.A.S.A.; judges, Messrs J. M. Caughey, P. M'Faul, E. E. Storey, and J S. Donaldson, U.D.I.A.S.A.; race referee, Mr. R. Gamble, U.D.I.A.S.A.; hon. handicapper, Mr. Wm. C. Cheater, I.A.S.A. ; competitions steward, Messrs. J. Coey, D. Lockhart, R. W. Allen, and R. B. Kelly, East End; ladies' stewards, Mrs. Allen, Mrs. M'Callum, and Mrs Armstrong, East End Ladies; polo referee, Mr. M. E. Morris, I.A.S.A.

Mr. Joseph Pollock proved an energetic and capable gala secretary, and was ably assisted by the committee of ladies and gents.

Subsequently the joint committees of East End Club entertained a large company of visitors and friends to tea, amongst those present being councillors J. A. Duff, J.P. (president of the club), and A. Atkinson.Dancing and games were later indulged in, and the following contributed to an enjoyable musical programme:- Miss P. Cheater, Miss A. Reid, Councillor Duff, Messrs. W. E. Morris, Jacob Carson, Alexander S. M'Dowell, Robert Ferguson, Wm. Cheater, and Master Cheater.

The thanks of the visitors were expressed by Messrs. Morris, H. Lemon, H. Megarry, and J. M. Caughey, all of whom made complimentary reference to the East Enders' enterprise, and voiced the hope that other clubs would follow the excellent lead thus set, making a social evening a feature of their gatherings in future, a sentiment which was enthusiastically applauded by the swimmers present.

Councillor Duff expressed the pleasure he felt at being present that evening.He was always happy, he said, when in the midst of his swimming friends, and he joined in the hope that these social gatherings would become more general. (Applause.)

Votes of thanks having been passed to the artistes, to the tea-makers and stewards, and to Mr. H. Smyth, superintendent of the baths, who had enthusiastically facilitated the committee in their arrangements, the proceedings were brought to a close with the singing of the National Anthem.

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An order issued by General Maud'huy, Military Governor of Metz, says that German must not be spoken in public after 10 p.m.While civilians are under no obligation to salute officers, the order insists that they must salute the French colours when they meet them.

 

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Belfast Telegraph - 17 December, 1918

BIRTHS, MARRIAGES, AND DEATHS. -- 3s for 28 words or under, and 9d for every additional line of 7 words. Verses 9d per line.

Marriages.

DAWSON--HILL -- December 11, 1918, at St. Mary Magdalene Church by the Rev. G.A. Stephenson, Gunner David Dawson, to Miss Minnie Hill -- Both of Belfast.

Deaths

BROWN -- December 17, 1918, at her residence, 23 Henrietta Street, Sarah (Cissie), the dearly-beloved wife of Edward Brown, and third daughter of Daniel and Sarah Russell. -- R.I.P. Notice of interment later.

BROWN -- December 15, 1918, at the Hospital, Lisburn Road, James Brown. His remains will be removed from the above institution, for interment in City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10.30 a.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. EDWARD O. BROWN.

CLARKE -- December 17, 1918, at his residence, English Street, Armagh, Robert, the beloved husband of Laura Clarke. His remains will be removed from above address on Thursday, 19th inst., at 11.30 a.m., for interment in St.Mark's Churchyard. Sadly missed by his sorrowing Wife and Children.

CLEELAND- December, 16, 1918 (suddenly), at Station House, Ardglass, Elizabeth Jane Lightbody (Lizzie), youngest and dearly-beloved daughter of Hugh and the late Margaret Cleeland. Her remains will be removed for interment on to-morrow (Wednesday), in Magheradroll Churchyard, leaving above address (by road) at 10.a.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. "Peace, perfect peace." Deeply regretted by her loving Father, Sister, and Brothers.

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GREGG -- December 17, 1918, at Farmhill, Clones. Edward Gregg, aged 76. Funeral on Thursday, 19th inst., at 2 p.m., for family burying-ground, Scotshouse.

HILL -- December 16, 1918, at her residence, 151 Spamount Street, Margaret, widow of the late Thomas Hill (late of Hopewell Street). The remains of my dear mother will be removed from above address, for interment in City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 11 a.m. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. SAMUEL AND JEANNIE COBURN.

HOOD -- December 16, 1918, at 32 Maria Place, Belfast, John (Johnny), the dearly-beloved husband of Mary Hood, and eldest son of the late Samuel Hood, J.P., and the late Mrs. Hood, Ballymoney Road, Ballymena. His remains will be removed from the above address on Thursday, 19th inst., at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground. Friends will please accept this intimation.
For days and nights he suffered sore,
He never did complain,
Till God above, in His great love,
Released him from his pain.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Son (the latter on active service in Egypt).

HOPPS -- December 16, 1918, at her residence, Balteagh, Portadown, Sarah Ann, the beloved wife of Thomas George Hopps. Her remains will be removed, for interment in the family burying-ground, Knocknamuckley, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m. sharp.

LILLIE -- December 16, 1918, at 6 Bingham Street, Bangor, Margaret, the dearly-beloved wife of Thomas J. Lillie, and second daughter of the late William Campbell, Springfield Road, Belfast. Funeral from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 11.15 a.m., to Dundonald Cemetery, passing through Ballyhackamore, at 1 p.m. THOMAS J. LILLIE.

LONG -- December 15, 1918, at her mother's residence, 25 Shamrock Street, Sarah, the dearly-beloved wife of Hugh Long, and the loved daughter of Margaret Johnston and the late John Johnston. Funeral arrangements later. Deeply regretted by her loving Mother, Sisters, and Brothers (three of the latter on active service). Inserted by her loving Mother. MARGARET JOHNSTON.

MAGINN -- December 16, 1918, at his residence, 24 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast, Francis Maginn, aged 57 years, Bachelor of Divinity, Gallandet College, Washington, U.S.A.; Officer of the French Academy, late Vice-President British Deaf and Dumb Association, for 35 years Church of Ireland Missionary to the Deaf and Dumb of Belfast and Ulster; fourth son of the late Rev. C.A. Maginn, M.A., Rector and Rural Dean of Castletownroche, Co. Cork, who having lost his hearing in early boyhood, devoted his entire life to the spiritual uplifting of the deaf and dumb, in every one of whom he saw the Divine Image. -- Matthew v., 8. Funeral to City Cemetery from Mission Hall for the Deaf and Dumb, College Square North, on Thursday, at 10.30 a.m.

MAXWELL -- December 17, 1918, at his grandparents' residence, 3 Berlin Street, James H., youngest and dearly-loved son of James and Maggie Maxwell. His remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. JAMES AND MAGGIE MAXWELL.

MILES -- December 15, 1918, at 174 Urney Street, Belfast, Samuel, the dearly-beloved husband of Mary Miles. His remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), 18th inst., at 3 p.m., for interment in City Cemetery (with full military honours). Friends will please accept this intimation. Gone to be with Christ, which is far better. MARY MILES

M'CABE -- December 17, 1918, at the residence of her brother, P. M'Cabe, Spirit Merchant, Methuen Street, Elizabeth M'Cabe (nurse), late of Belfast Union Infirmary. -- R.I.P. Her remains will be removed from above address on Thursday, 19th inst., 1.30 p.m., for interment in Milltown Cemetery. On her soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Parents, Brothers and Sisters.

M'CAULEY -December 16, 1918, at her residence, 11 Belgravia Avenue, Elizabeth A. M'Cauley, wife of Alexander M'Cauley (late 76 Dunluce Avenue). Her remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m. for interment in the City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband and Family.

M'CAULEY -- December 16, 1918, at her residence, 11 Belgravia Avenue, Elizabeth A. M'Cauley, only and dearly-beloved sister of William Mateer. Her remains will be removed from the above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m., for interment in the City Cemetery. Deeply regretted by her loving Brother and Sister-in-law, WILLIAM AND NELLIE MATEER, 3 Bloomfield Avenue.

M'CLURG -- December 15, 1918, at his residence, Ballydonaghy, Crumlin, John M'Clurg. The remains of my beloved husband will be removed, for interment in Glenavy Churchyard, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m. ELIZA JANE M'CLURG.

NESBITT -- November 17, 1918, at his residence, Duval, Sask., Canada, Daniel, the dearly-beloved son of William and Grace Nesbitt, Templepatrick. Deeply regretted by his Brother and Sister-in-law, ALEXANDER AND MARTHA NESBITT, Parkgate.

PARKES -- December 16, 1918, at 25 Agincourt Avenue, James, the dearly-beloved husband of Elizabeth Parkes. Funeral at 2.30 p.m. on to-morrow (Wednesday), to Knockbreda.

T. HAY MASONIC LODGE, No. 685
PARKES -- The Members of above Lodge and other Brethren are requested to attend the funeral of their late esteemed Brother, James Parkes, P.M.
JAMES MILLAR, W.M., JAMES J. M'LEAN, P.M., Secretary.

MASONIC R.A.C., No. 240.
PARKES -- Companions of above Chapter and other Companions are requested to attend the funeral of their late highly-esteemed V.E. Companion and Registrar, James Parkes, P.K., Past District, C.P.V.
WM. M'DONALD, E.K., JOHN KELSO, P.K., Treasurer.

ORMEAU BOWLING CLUB.
PARKES -- The Members of above Club are requested to attend the funeral of their late respected Member, Mr. James Parkes.
ERNEST V. HARRISON, Hon. Secretary, W.N. GEDDES, President.

PATTON -- December 16, 1918, at Ashley Gardens, Ballyclare, Jane, widow of the late John Patton. The remains of our beloved mother will be removed, for interment in Ballylinney Burying-ground, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. JOHN PATTON.

PYPER -- December 16, 1918, at his residence. Portavogie, Nathaniel Pyper. The remains of my beloved father will be removed, for interment in the family burying-ground, Bally_sboro, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 1 p.m. JOHN PYPER

SMITH -- December 16, 1918, at her parents' residence, 3 Joseph Street, Portadown, Emma, the beloved daughter of Aaron and Annie Smith. Funeral to Seagoe Burying-ground on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 3.30 p.m.

STEWART -- December 16, 1918, at 34 Bow Street, Donaghadee, Robert Stewart. His remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 3 p.m., for interment in Donaghadee Churchyard. Deeply regretted by his Sister and Brother-in-law, BYERS AND JAMES DEMPSTER. Also his two little Children, Thomas and Vina.

STOTHART -- December 16, 1918, at his father's residence, Shore Street, Killyleagh, Down. Alexander, elder son of Henry Stothart. Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday) to Meeting-house Green, Killyleagh, Down, at 3 p.m. HENRY STOTHART.

THOMSON -- December 16, 1918, at her parents' residence, Fire Station, Whitla Street, Norah, the second and dearly-beloved daughter of Andrew and Isabella Thomson. Her remains will be removed from the above address, for interment in Dundonald Cemetery on Thursday, 19th inst., at 2 p.m.
Sleep on, beloved, sleep and take thy rest,
Lay down thy head upon thy Saviour's breast;
We loved thee well, but Jesus loves thee best,
Good Night.
Deeply regretted by her loving Father, Mother, Sister and Brothers. ANDREW AND ISABELLA THOMSON.

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CAMPBELL -- December 16, 1918, at her parents' residence, 34 Lothair Avenue, Harriett Norah, dearly-loved infant daughter of Wm. A. and Sarah Campbell. Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m., to Carnmoney Cemetery.

GAMBLE -- December 16, 1918, at Milecross, Newtownards, Mary Gamble. The remains of my dearly-beloved wife will be removed, for interment in Dundonald Churchyard, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. HUGH GAMBLE.

HARRISON -- December 16, 1918, Thomas, the dearly-beloved son of Edward and Emily Harrison. His remains will be removed from his late residence, 80 Fortingale Street, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in the City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. Thy will be done. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Mother, Sisters and Brothers. EDWARD AND EMILY HARRISON.

HARRISON -- December 16, 1918, Thomas, the dearly-beloved brother of Violet Gray. His remains will be removed from his late residence, 80 Fortingale Street, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in the City Cemetery. We mourn our loss. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Sister and Brother-in-law and little Nephew. VIOLET AND SAMUEL GRAY (the latter on active service).

LUTHER L.O.L. 492.
HARRISON -- Officers and Members of above Lodge and other Brethren are requested to attend the funeral of their late Brother, Thomas Harrison.
JOHN K. HUTCHINSON, W.M., JOHN E. BLAIR, Secretary.

LOO -- December 16, 1918, at his son's residence, 13 Cape Street, Belfast, Owen, beloved husband of the late Alice Loo. -- R.I.P. His remains will be removed from the above address, at 2 p.m. on to-morrow (Wednesday), for interment in Milltown Cemetery.

MAGUIRE -- December 17, 1918, at the Hospital, Lisburn Road, Jane (Jennie), youngest and dearly-beloved daughter of Annie and the late Patrick Maguire. -- R.I.P. Her remains will be removed from her late residence, 32 Servia Street, on Thursday, at 2 p.m., for interment in Milltown Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by her loving Mother, Sisters and Brothers. ANNIE MAGUIRE, 32 Servia Street.

YOUNG'S TEMPERANCE TRUE BLUES' L.O.I. 957.
MILLIKEN -- On behalf of the Members of above Lodge, we wish to express their sympathy to their respected Brother and Past Master, William Milliken, on learning of the death of his wife.
GEORGE HAYS, W.M., ROBERT SHANNON, Secretary.

WILLIAMSON -- December 16, 1918, at his parents' residence, 178 Mill Street, Hilden, Henry (wee Harold), youngest and dearly-loved son of John and Elizabeth Wilson. Funeral to Lambeg Churchyard on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted.

YOUNG -- December 17, 1918, at her residence, 8 Beersbridge Road, Mary Ann, widow of the late Alexander Young, Dairyman. Interment notice later. -- Deeply regretted. Inserted by her sorrowing Daughter and Son-in-law. M. AND J. WILSON.

YOUNG -- December 17, 1918, at her residence, 8 Beersbridge Road, Mary Ann, widow of the late Alexander Young, Dairyman. Interment notice later. Deeply regretted by her Daughter-in-law. EMILY YOUNG, 2 White Star Street.

Thanks

Mrs. CAMPBELL and Children desire to return their very sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, especially to the Social Masonic Lodge No. 136 and the caulkers of the Queen's Island and the East End Sporting Rifle Club, and neighbours and children of Ribble Street for their beautiful wreath and floral tributes, and to all those who sent letters of condolence. Hoping this will be accepted by all, as it is impossible to thank each one individually. -- 5 Ribble Street.

Mr. and Mrs JOHN GIBSON and Son desire to express their sincere thanks to the many kind friends and neighbours who sympathised with them in their sad and sudden bereavement, especially the Apprentice Riveters and Holders-up and Employes of the Painting Department of the Queen's Island for their great kindness in sending floral tributes, etc.; also the Members of Craigavon Flute Band, trusting this will be accepted by all, as it is impossible for them to thank each one individually. -- 64 Frome Street.

The Brothers, Sisters, Sister-in-law, and Brother-in-law of the late Francis Harvey wish to tender their sincere thanks to the many kind friends for their kind sympathy in their recent sad bereavement; also to Pottinger Masonic Lodge 266, Imperial Temperance L.O.L. (Murphy Memorial) 929, Wickliffe R.B.P. 902, and fellow-workmates, rivetters, and holders-up in Workman, Clark's, Ltd., for the lovely wreaths which they sent. Hoping this will be accepted by all, as it would be impossible to answer all individually. 6 Rutherglen Street.

Mr. and Mrs. MAGOWN and Family desire to return thanks for the many kind expressions of sympathy received in their sad bereavement. They hope this will be accepted by all, as it would be impossible to thank each one individually. -- 17 Beechwood Street.

Mr. and Mrs. JAMES MOFFATT desire to return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends and neighbours for sympathy and kindness shown during the illness and death of their mother, Mrs. Close. Trusting this will be accepted by all. 75 Upper Newtownards Road.

Mrs. MARGARET MORROW and two little Sons desire to thank the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their sad bereavement, especially the Management, Official Staff, and Employes of the Jaffe Spinning Company Ltd.; also the Brethren of L.O.L. 1199, and all who sent letters of sympathy. Hoping this will be accepted by all. 36 Rosebank Street.

Mr. TRAINOR and Family desire to thank all friends and sympathisers in their recent bereavement. It is hoped this general acknowledgment will be accepted by all. 119 Mulholland Terrace, Falls Road.

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Mr. and Mrs. J.A. O'BRIEN and Family, The Commons, Newry, desire to express their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad and sudden bereavement; also those who sent letters of condolence and floral tributes. Hoping this will be accepted by all, as it would be impossible to thank each one individually.

In Memoriam

CULLEN -- In loving memory of my dear wife, Annie, who departed this life on the 17th December 1917, and was interred in City Cemetery.
There is a link death cannot sever,
Fond remembrances last forever.
Inserted by her loving Husband. HENRY S. CULLEN.

HULL -- In fond memory of our dear mother, Prudence Hull, who fell asleep in Jesus 17th December, 1907, and was interred in Moira Churchyard. -- Until we meet again. Inserted by her loving Daughter and Son-in-law, LILY AND ROBERT SCARLETT. 53 Rosemount Gardens, Antrim Road.

LINDSAY -- In fond and affectionate remembrance of my dearly-beloved wife, Sarah P. Lindsay, who departed this life on December 17, 1917, and was interred in Carnmoney. WM. LINDSAY 145 Manor Street.

WALKER -- In loving memory of our dear daughter, Emma Beatrice, who departed this life on 17th December, 1917.
One less at home,
The charmed circle broken. A dear face
Missed day by day from its accustomed place,
But cleansed and saved and perfected by grace.
One more in Heaven.
Ever remembered by her loving Father and Mother. Sapper C.W. and HENRIETTA WALKER. Ballyrea, Newtownards.

WALKER -- In fond remembrance of our dear niece, Emma Beatrice Walker, who departed this life on 17th December, 1917.
Sweetly she rests while others sigh
With care and grief opprest;
Softly her peaceful head doth lie
Upon her Saviour's breast.
Sadly missed by her loving Uncle and Aunt. GILES AND EMMA HUNTER (the former in France). Ballyrea, Newtownards.

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BOYD -- In affectionate and loving remembrance of my dear wife, Mary Ellen Boyd, who departed this life on December 17, 1914, and was interred in Dundonald Cemetery.
Though lost to sight, to memory ever dear.
She is safe in her Father's home above,
In the place prepared by our Saviour's love;
To depart from our world of sin and strife,
To be ever with Jesus -- yes, this is life.
Ever remembered by her loving Husband and Daughter, Annie, 10 Chelsea Street.

COOKE -- In loving memory of my dear husband, George Cooke, who departed this life on December 17, 1917. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family. JANE COOKE. 25 Albert Street, Bangor.

For King And Country.

BORELAND -- November 24, 1918, No. 245487 Driver Alexander Boreland, 70th Battery 34th Brigade R.F.A., Died at 61 Casualty Clearance Station, France, from pneumonia contracted on active service.
When alone in my grief and bitter tears flow,
There cometh a dream of the sweet long ago,
And unknown to the world he stands by my side
And softly whispers -- "Dear wife, death cannot divide."
Deeply regretted by his loving Wife and little Son. MINNIE AND ALEXANDER BORELAND. 19 James Street, Belfast.

BORELAND -- November 24, 1918, 245487 Driver Alexander Boreland, 70th Battery 34th Brigade R.F.A., Died at 61 Casualty Clearance Station, France, from pneumonia contracted on active service.
Worthy of everlasting love was he
From those he leaves behind;
A better brother never lived,
Nor one more true and kind.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Sister, and also two Brothers (on active service), 10 Northland Street, Belfast; also his Sister and Brother-in-law, MARTHA and STEWART DAVIDSON, 87 Devonshire Street.

HASTINGS -- 41706 Private Alexander Hastings, 9th Batt. Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, missing since 15th October, 1918, now reported killed on that date, late A.S.C.
Father in Thy gracious keeping
We leave Thee now our loved one sleeping.
Deeply regretted by his loving Sister and Brother-in-law and his little Niece Florrie. MARY AND JOHN H. MENABNEY. 10 Matchet Street
Also his Sister and Aunt, 17 Railway View Street, Bangor, Co. Down.

HASTINGS -- 41706 Private Alexander Hastings, 9th Batt. Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, missing since 15th October, 1918, now reported killed on that date, late of A.S.C., eldest and dearly-beloved son of Alexander hastings.
Not lost to those who loved him,
Not lost but gone before.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, 18 Matchet Street; also his Brother and Sister-in-law, 16 Matchet Street.

HASTINGS -- 41706 Private Alexander Hastings, 9th Batt. Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, missing since 15th October, 1918, now reported killed in action on that date, late A.S.C., dearly-beloved nephew of Alfred and Elizabeth Lyness.
We cannot, Lord, Thy purpose see,
But all is well that is done by Thee.
Deeply regretted by his loving Aunt and Uncle (latter on active service). ALFRED AND ELIZABETH LYNESS. 68 Upper Charleville Street.

POTTINGER MASONIC LODGE 266
HASTINGS -- The W.M., Officers and Brethren of the above Lodge deeply regret the death of their esteemed Brother, Alexander Hastings, Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, killed in action on 15th October, 1918.
For King and country,
JAMES M'C. ADAIR, W.M., JAMES FLOYD, P.M., Secretary.

MALTMAN -- December 10, 1918, died in Hospital in France (from pneumonia), Private Joseph Maltman, M.T., A.S.C., the dearly-beloved husband of Edith L. Maltman, 340 Lisburn Road, Belfast.
What though in lonely grief I sigh
For one beloved no longer nigh,
Submissive still would I reply-
Thy will be done!
They are not dead who live in hearts they leave behind.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife.

MALTMAN -- December 10, 1918, died in Hospital in France (from pneumonia), Private Joseph Maltman, M.T., A.S.C., sixth and dearly-beloved son of William J. and Louise Maltman, 43 University Road, Belfast.
Peace, perfect peace, with loved ones far away;
In Jesus' keeping we are safe and they.
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Mother, Sisters, and Brothers-in-law (two of the latter on active service).

M'ILVEEN -- September 1, 1918, died, while a prisoner of war in Germany, No. 6140 Lance-Corpl. William M'Ilveen.
Death hath set the prisoner free.
Never forgotten by his loving Wife and three Children.
JANE M'ILVEEN. 135 Crimea Street.

SHIELDS -- December 8, 1918, died at Dar-Es-Salaam, Africa (from influenza), Corpl. Thomas (Tom) Shields, Royal Engineers, aged 25, fourth son of Ellen and the late Robert Shields, 32 North Boundary Street, Belfast. -- To the inexpressible grief of his Mother, Sisters, and Brothers.
There is a link death cannot sever,
Love and remembrance last forever.

Our Heroes -- In Memoriam.

BOYD -- In ever-fond and affectionate memory of my dear husband, 17/401 Rifleman William Boyd, 15th Batt. R.I.R., killed in action on 17th December, 1916, and was interred in St. Quinton Cemetery, Belgium.
Gone now to be with Christ
And with the blood-washed throng;
Gone now to sing thro' endless day
The grand eternal song.
JEANNIE E. BOYD. 19 Courtral Street.

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COUNTY OF ANTRIM.

MIDWIVES (IRELAND) ACT, 1918

(7 and 8 GEO. 5. C. 59)

NOTICE TO MIDWIVES.

THE COUNTY COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF ANTRIM, as the Local Supervising Authority under the Midwives (Ireland) Act, 1918, desire to draw attention to the principal provisions of the Act which materially affect the legal position of all Midwives: --

1. After the 1st January, 1919, no woman may take or use the name or title of Midwife, or any name or description implying that she is specially qualified to practise midwifery, unless she is certified as the Act provides.

2. Any woman who before the 6th February, 1920, claims to be certified under the Act may be so certified:
(a) If she holds a certificate in Midwifery from the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland or from any lying-in Hospital recognised as a Training School for Midwives by the Local Government Board for Ireland*; or
(b) If she is or has been a permanent Midwife of a workhouse or dispensary district in Ireland; or
(c) If she is certified under the Midwives Act, 1902, or the Midwives (Scotland) Act, 1915, or under Part VIII of the Belfast Corporation Act, 1911; or
(d) If she satisfies the Central Midwives' Board for Ireland that she has been in bona-fide practice as a midwife for at least one year prior to the 6th February, 1918, and that she bears a good character.

3. A woman not included within one of these classes will be required to pass the examination of the Central Midwives' Board for Ireland before obtaining a Certificate.

4. Application to be certified must be made to the Central Midwives' Board for Ireland in accordance with the rules and regulations to be prescribed by the Board, and such fees will be payable for certification as the Privy Council may sanction.

5. The names of all certified Midwives will be entered on the Midwives Roll for Ireland.

6. Every certified midwife must before commencing to practise or holding herself out as practising, in any district, give notice, in writing, to the Local Supervising Authority (i.e., the Council of the County or County Borough as the case may be) of her intention so to do, and of her address, and must give a similar notice in the month of January in every year during which she continues to practise in such district. Any change of address must likewise be notified to the Local Supervising Authority within three days after such change.

7. No certified Midwife may employ an uncertified person as her substitute.

8. A midwife may be suspended from practice in order to prevent the spread of infectious disease, or may be removed from the roll for disobeying the rules and regulations of the Central Midwives' Board for Ireland, or for other misconduct.

9. Penalties are prescribed for any infringement of the foregoing provisions, 1 and 6; also, for procuring, or attempting to procure, a certificate by false representation.

10. An appeal lies to the High Court of Justice or to the Local Government Board for Ireland from any decision of the Central Midwives' Board removing a midwife's name from the Roll.

11. Applications for enrolment (which must be prepaid) should be addressed to:--
THE SECRETARY
Central Midwives' Board for Ireland,
Custom House, Dublin.
ALEXANDER MILLAR, Secretary.
13th December, 1918.

*The following Institutions have been recognised by the Local Government Board for Ireland as Training Schools for Midwives:--
The Rotunda, Coombe, and National Maternity Hospitals, Dublin; the Maternity Hospitals, Belfast, and the Belfast Union Infirmary; the Cork Lying-in Hospital and the Cork Maternity Hospital; the Bedford' Row Lying-in Hospital, Limerick, or any other certificate in Midwifery which may be approved by the Central Midwives' Board for Ireland.

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BELFAST CATHEDRAL.

ENLARGEMENT OF BUILDING.

A THANK-OFFERING FOR VICTORY AND A MEMORIAL OF THE FALLEN.

AS ANNOUNCED BY THE BISHOP OF THE DIOCESE, at the recent meeting of the Diocesan Synod, the Board have decided to proceed, as soon as possible, with the building of another section of the Cathedral.

The great Nave, the only part of the Building as yet erected, is proving too small for the congregations which flock to it on all special occasions. More space is urgently required.

It is proposed to make this work a Monument of Victory and a Memorial of those heroic members of our Community to whose service and sacrifice that Victory is due. There could be no more fitting expression of our gratitude to Almighty God, and no more permanent witness of the Faith which carried our Nation through to Victory.

The Cathedral will also afford almost unlimited opportunities for personal memorials: Windows, Arches, Pillars, etc., can be appropriated as special gifts and connected with the names of those who have fallen in the war, or with regiments, war-industries, or other units which have rendered signal service. Our glorious Ulster Division should be especially commemorated.

The Building of the Central Crossing and the two Transepts would double the seating accommodation of the Cathedral, and provide ample space for all great services. This extension would also so far realise the design of the whole as to make the grandeur of its proportions evident. Under present conditions the general effect of the architectural conception is almost entirely unrealised.

The estimated cost of this work at present prices would be £53,000, but as the Board hold considerable sums of money to the credit of the Building Fund and several Legacies not yet fully realised, amounting altogether to £18,000, or perhaps even £20,000, the total required would be at the utmost, £35,000.

The Board earnestly hope that the proposal which they now place before the public will receive the support which they feel it deserves. They trust that our Cathedral may stand in ages to come as a monument of the great deliverance God has granted to our Empire and to the world, and a record of the glorious deeds of the men of Belfast and Ulster.

Subscriptions may be paid to the Honorary Treasurers, addressed to the Belfast Bank, Waring Street, Belfast.

CHARLES F. DOWN, Bishop.
CHARLES T.P. GRIERSON, Dean.
ALEXR. MORRISON,
SAMUEL WOOD
Churchwardens.
JAMES TRELFORD, Hon. Secretary.
H.I. JOHNS, Hon. Treasurer.
GEORGE M'NEICE, Hon. Assist. Treas.

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THE BELFAST CATHEDRAL BUILDING FUND.

WAR MEMORIAL.

FIRST LIST OF SUBSCRIPTIONS.

Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon £1,000 0 0
Sir George and Lady Clark 1,000 0 0
Mr. Thomas Gallaher 1,000 0 0
The "Belfast News-Letter," Ltd. 250 0 0
Mr. Henry I. Johns 250 0 0
The Bishop of Cashel 100 0 0
The Bishop of Down 100 0 0
"A Friend" 100 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. F.L. Heyn 100 0 0
Mr. James Gallaher 100 0 0
The Dean of Belfast 50 0 0
Mr. R. B. Hardy 50 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. Walter J. Richardson 25 0 0
Miss Penelope Andrews 20 0 0
Mr. Ernest J. Travers 20 0 0
Miss Ella Hamilton 10 0 0
Miss Elizabeth Andrews 5 5 0
Rev. Mervyn and Mrs. Archdale 5 0 0
Mrs. Isabella Wallace 2 0 0
Rev. Wm. Colgan 1 1 0
The Bishop of Limerick and Ardfert 1 0 0
Rev. F.B. Mollan 1 0 0
Mr. A.E. Amery 0 5 0
Miss Annie Harbinson 0 5 0
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TOTAL £4,190 16 0

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MINISTRY OF FOOD.

NOTICE TO GROWERS OF POTATOES.

GROWERS OF POTATOES ARE REMINDED THAT AS FROM NOVEMBER 1st, 1918 the Ministry of Food has taken over the Exportable Surplus Crop of Irish Potatoes of Approved Varieties.

Growers, therefore, who have Surplus Stocks of such Potatoes for Sale are required to communicate, if they have not already done so, with Captain Booth, Assistant Director, Vegetable Supplies, Ministry of Food, 34 Molesworth Street, Dublin, ON OR BEFORE THE 31st DECEMBER, 1918, giving full particulars as to their Estimated Surplus and as to the Variety or Varieties of their Potatoes.

It should be distinctly understood that the Ministry of Food will not be responsible for the disposal of any Potatoes of which they have not been duly notified on or before the 31st December, 1918.

The Approved Varieties which the Ministry of Food are prepared to take are as under:-- 1. UP-TO-DATES AND ALL UP-TO-DATE VARIETIES. 2. BRITISH QUEENS 3. [article continued]

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FIELD OF BATTLE MONUMENT.
TO
THE FALLEN OF THE ULSTER DIVISION.

FIFTH LIST OF SUBSCRIPTIONS.

Amount previously acknowledged £4,588 14 9
William Wilson, Esq., Castlehill, Ayr 50 0 0
"Friendly Scots" 27 10 0
Geo. Allen, Esq., Mountpanther, Clough, County Down 25 0 0
D. Macdonald, Esq., Larne, Co. Antrim 15 0 0
Messrs. Pratt & Montgomery, Ltd., 55 and 57 York Street, Belfast 10 10 0
Sir William Crawford, Mount Randal, Belfast 10 10 0
Earl of Castlestewart, Stuart Hall, Stewartstown, County Tyrone 10 10 0
Messrs. Andrew Millar & Co., Ltd., Clifton Street, Belfast 10 10 0
Lt.-Col. R.C.A. M'Calmont, Inver, Larne 10 10 0
C. L. Mackean, Esq., Merchiston, Larne 10 0 0
Lt.-Col. and Mrs. R.D. P. Maxwell, Finnebrogue, Downpatrick 10 0 0
W.K. Gibson, Esq., (Solicitor), 16 Chichester Street, Belfast 5 5 0
Messrs. G. & H. Bell, Hillsborough 5 5 0
Messrs. Wilson & Reid, Ltd., The Ulster Buildings, Waring Street, Belfast 5 5 0
Messrs. M'Bride & Williams, Ltd., Ormeau Avenue, Belfast 5 5 0
Major J.E. Gunning, Headquarters, Irish Recruiting Council, Omagh, Co. Tyrone 5 5 0
F.B. Sinton, Esq., Banford House, Gilford, County Down 5 5 0
Messrs. F. Carlile & Co., Ltd., Howard Street, Belfast 5 5 0
Messrs. A. M'Cann, Ltd., 21 Church Lane, Belfast 5 5 0
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Greeves, Altona, Strandtown 5 5 0
Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Black, Ardnagreena, Circular Road, Knock 5 5 0
Mr. and Mrs. J. O. M'Cleery, Ava House, Old Cavehill Road, Belfast 5 5 0
Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Johnstone, 14 University Square, Belfast 5 5 0
Mr. and Mrs. T. Wilfred Haughton, Cullybackey, Co. Antrim 5 0 0
An Old Soldier 5 0 0
Mrs. O.B. Webb, Barney's Brae, Randalstown, Co. Antrim 5 0 0
John Graham, Esq., Dromore House, Dromore, County Down 5 0 0
Mrs. and Miss Holland, Highbury, Cadogan Park, Belfast 5 0 0
Lloyd Campbell, Esq., Fairbourne, Fortwilliam Park, Belfast 5 0 0
Miss Ross, 31 High Street, Lurgan 5 0 0
George Massy Beresford, Esq., St. Huberts, Belturbet, Co. Fermanagh 5 0 0
Major J.C. Boyle, R.E., A.P.O., S.38, B.E.F., France 5 0 0
G. Higginbotham, Esq., Fairacre, Fortwilliam Park, Belfast 3 3 0
The Wilson Family, Ard Lodge, Larne Harbour 3 0 0
Mrs. Stanley Ferguson, Shimna, Windsor Park, Belfast 3 0 0
Peter Barry, Esq., Royal Terrace, St. Leonards-on-Sea, Sussex 2 2 0
Mrs. Percy Ashton, 50 Hans Crescent, London S.W.1 2 2 0
The Misses M'Bride, Lismore, Windsor Avenue, Belfast 2 2 0
Mrs. M.W. Stevenson, Glencregagh, Belfast 2 2 0
Mrs. Ben Thomson, 44 Causeway Street, Portrush, County Antrim 2 2 0
Dr. and Mrs. T.S. Hogg, Dunmore, Ormeau Road, Belfast 2 2 0
James Hanna, Esq., Landour, Hampton Park, Belfast 2 2 0
Wm. Speer, Esq., Castleshaghan, Letterkenny, County Donegal 2 2 0
Mr. and Mrs. W.A.F. Martin, Tobermoney House, Downpatrick 2 2 0
Dr. and Mrs. Irvine, Lonsdale, Strandtown 2 2 0
Mrs. A.G. Finlay, 2 Ardmore, Holywood, County Down 2 2 0
Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Moon, Ballydevitt, Aghadowey, County Derry 2 2 0
The Misses Murland, Greenvale, Annsborough, County Down 2 0 0
Miss Dunseath, 130 Seacliff Road, Bangor, County Down 2 0 0
James Heron, Esq., Ardnagael, Downpatrick 2 0 0
Miss Mary E. Lowry, Ballymacashan House, Killinchy, County Down 2 0 0
G. Higgins, Esq., Kilroot, County Antrim 1 1 0
R.C. Neill, Esq., Bangor, County Down 1 1 0
A.H. Ward, Esq., 33 Bridge St., Belfast 1 1 0
James I. M'Curry, Esq., Lis-na-Dill, Osborne Park, Belfast 1 1 0
Mr. and Mrs. G.O. Kelly, 22 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast 1 1 0
Miss C.E. M'Gee, High Street, Holywood, County Down 1 1 0
Mr. and Mrs. S. Hollywood, 2 Stormount Street, Mountpottinger, Belfast 1 1 0
J.J. Hall, Esq., Rathfriland, County Down 1 1 0
George Sleater, Esq., Armagh 1 1 0
The Misses Burden, 8 Alfred Street, Belfast 1 10 0
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Agnew, 3 Mount Royal, Belfast 1 1 0
Miss Boyd, c/o Mrs. Henson, Ambleside, Shakespeare Road, Worthing 1 1 0
Robert Dickson, Esq., 92 and 94 Sandy Row, Belfast 1 1 0
J.A. Hoey, Esq., Derryvree, Maguiresbridge, County Fermanagh 1 0 0
Mrs. S. Sinclair, Inglewood, Adelaide Park, Belfast 1 0 0
Wm. B. Morrow, Esq., 7 Cliftonpark Avenue, Belfast 1 0 0
Miss Murdock, 1 Brookvale Drive, Belfast 1 0 0
Messrs. J. & A. Taylor, 111 Cliftonpark Avenue, Belfast 1 0 0
Miss E.L. Wilson, Women's Royal Naval Service, Mediterranean Naval Staff Offices, Malta 1 0 0
Mr. and Mrs. Jas. C. Irwin, Lonsdale Villas, Armagh 0 10 6
R.H. Flannigan, Esq., 129 Dunluce Avenue, Belfast 0 10 0
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TOTAL £4,950 4 3

I beg to acknowledge the foregoing subscriptions, and shall be glad to receive further contributions.

JAMES CRAIG.
Hon. Treasurer.
Old Town Hall, Belfast.

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ASTUTE BUSINESS.

30,000 SUITS OF CLOTHES HOARDED.

ZURICH, Tuesday. -- The officials of the new Bavarian Government have discovered in the Munich warehouses of a clothing dealer, named Isidor Bach, no fewer than 30,000 suits and costumes, which had been collected and carefully hoarded by Bach since the commencement of the war in 1914. In one department were 300 peasants' suits, which Bach had specially put aside to be sold only in exchange for food. The whole of this immense hoard of clothing was seized, and Bach is to be prosecuted. -- Central News.

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General Ma An-liang, the Moslem leader in Kansu, is dead. He was responsible for order among the Mohammedans in Chinese territory. A mandate pays a tribute to his services, appropriates $5,000 for his funeral expenses, and orders a high official to offer sacrifices.

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LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE.

TUESDAY, 11 a.m. -- A cable to the "India Rubber Journal" says that the American restrictions upon the imports of rubber have been withdrawn and that maximum prices and allocation regulations have been removed. This was not known in the rubber share market yesterday.

The November rand output is the lowest since February, 1914, whilst the number of labourers employed -- 160,000 -- compares with over 200,000 two years ago.

It is rumoured on the Metal Exchange that the Government control of non-ferrous metals will be removed in a few days. The sales of tin yesterday were the largest for a long time. The "Financier" calls attention to the bright prospect of electrical undertakings, and says that optimists are going for a small distribution on Ediswan A. shares.

2.30 p.m. -- The stock market continues under the influence of the approaching holidays, and the volume of business in progress, already small, tends to become more and more restricted. In the absence of selling, however, a fairly steady tone is maintained, and prices, as a rule, are fluctuating narrowly.

Government stocks are again without change, and except for moderate activity in French Fives there is little of interest. Foreigners and Home Rails are inclined to dullness, and changes are unimportant. Argentines are again meeting with quiet support.

Industrials continue quiet, and features of interest are few. Dorman Longs are a good market on the pending issue of shares at par, and Aerated Breads are in request.

Rubbers are firmer on the removal of the American import restrictions.

Oils are mostly firm, with Shells again in demand.

Mines are idle and uninteresting.

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COTTON STRIKE AT AN END.

DECISION OF THE OPERATIVES.

The Exchange Telegraph Company states that the operative cotton spinners and carders at a meeting in Manchester approved of the terms of the settlement of the strike negotiated by the Premier. The operatives will get a 50 per cent. advance on list prices, which is within 10 per cent.of their full claim.

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LARNE HOTEL COOK'S LOSS.

HAD £128 IN DRAWER -- £21 MISSING.

At a special court in Larne to-day, before Mr. Charles O'Boyle, J.P., a woman named Annie Mulrooney, alias Mary A. Scanlon, was charged by District-Inspector Moore, with the theft in June last of £21 from a fellow-servant at the Olderfleet Hotel, Larne Harbour, where she had been employed.

From the evidence it appeared that Annie Flynn, cook at the hotel, had a sum of £128 in a drawer in her bedroom. On 10th June last when she went to her drawer she found that the lock had been broken and the £21 missing. Accused left the hotel for Scotland on 13th of the same month without receiving her money. She had got a new hat, coat, and other articles of clothing.

Evidence was given as to the accused having bought the articles and paying for them with a £5 Bank of Ireland note. She got a receipt (produced) but the date had been changed on it.

Evidence of arrest in Scotland having been given, accused was remanded till next petty sessions.

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THE AMERICA CUP.

CONDITION OF DEFENDING YACHT.

A Boston, U.S.A.. wireless message states:- The sloop Resolute, picked up to defend the America Cup against Sir Thomas Lipton's Shamrock IV, in 1914, is still in a condition to race the latest challenger. The yacht has been housed at New Rochelle since the war caused the abandonment of the 1914 race.

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NATIONAL SPORTING CLUB.

MR. BETTINSON'S BENEFIT.

The last entertainment of the year at the National Sporting Club, London, was as usual given to Mr. A.S. Bettinson, the manager, for his benefit. A full and well-arranged programme, in which the comic side of boxing found a place, was provided. The club theatre was crowded in every part.

In the course of a speech, in which he expressed his thanks for the kindness extended to him. Mr. Bettinson said the club was numerically stronger than ever, and that boxing stood in a better position than at any previous time.

The chief feature of the evening was a fifteen-round contest between the American, "Gene" Delmont and "Donny" Morgan, of Firpil, who were matched at 9 st. 6 lbs. Both men made the weight at the scales in the afternoon. Morgan boxed uncommonly well from the start, and soon ran up a long lead. Delmont, who relied largely on in-fighting, was told four or five times not to hold. In the ninth round Delmont asserted himself, and got home some hard punches. However, it was only a spurt. Morgan went further and further ahead, and at the end of fifteen rounds won on points, with a lot in hand. Delmont showed great pluck, and must have been very fit to take so much punishment and last so well, but he was overmatched.

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ARMAGH STABBING AFFAIR.

EX-SOLDIER DIES FROM INJURIES.

On Saturday night a very serious stabbing affray took place in Scotch Street, Armagh, as a result of which a young discharged soldier named John M'Fadden, a native of Coleraine, died on Monday night in the county infirmary. It appears that he and another soldier named John Murray, of Letterkenny, were drinking together in a public-house when an argument ensued between them as to the merits and demerits of Sir Edward Carson, the late Mr. John Redmond, and Liam O'Brien, the Sinn Fein candidate for Mid-Armagh. The words ended in blows, but eventually the men were separated. Subsequently they again met in Scotch Street, and it is alleged that Murray draw a knife which he had recently purchased and stabbed M'Fadden underneath the heart. The wound was very severe, and M'Fadden was conveyed to the county infirmary, where he became unconscious. He was attended by Surgeon Palmer [article continued]

 

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Belfast Telegraph - 23 December, 1918

Marriages

KILLOP--DAVIES -- December 7, 1918, at Swansea, Wales, Henry Killop, Engineer Sub-Lieut., R.N.R. second son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Killop, "Invergordon," Cyprus Gardens, Belfast, to Minnie Kathleen youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. Davies, of Sketty, Swansea.

M'INTOSH--HAMILL -- December 17, 1918, at St. Peter's Church, Antrim Road, by Rev. J.E. Browne, B.D., Lieut. Alexander M'Intosh R.N.R., younger son of Commander Charles Kinghorn M'Intosh and Mrs. M'Intosh, Bonnyrigg, Scotland, to Mary Catherine, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Hamill, 254 Cambrai Street, Belfast.

STEWART--IMRAY -- December 19, 1918, at Royal Chapel of the Savoy, London, by the Rev. Wm. Stewart, B.A.C.F., Vicar of Chetwode, Buckingham, brother of the bridegroom (assisted by the Rev. A. Millar Hagerty, assistant chaplain) Edward Michael Stewart, 8 Mount Charles, Belfast, eldest son of the late Rev. Canon H.W. Stewart, M.A., Knockbreda, Belfast, to Helen Margaret, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Imray, of Culdearn, Grantown-on-Spey, Scotland.

Deaths

AICKEN -- December 22, 1918, at the Hospital, Newtownards, Annie, the dearly-beloved youngest daughter of the late Robert and Jane Aicken, and sister of David Aicken. Her remains will be removed from her late residence, Ballyhanwood, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery.

BELL -- December 21, 1918, at his residence, 26 Everton Street, Alexander, the dearly-beloved husband of Elizabeth Bell. Funeral on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2.30 p.m., from above address to City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by his Wife and sorrowing Family. ELIZABETH BELL.

ARTIZANS' L.O.L. 1904.
BELL -- The Officers and Members of the above Lodge are requested to attend the funeral of their respected Brother, Alex. Bell, P.M., on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2.30 p.m. ROBERT M'LERNON, W.M. W. JOHN HEPBURN, Secretary.

ULSTER'S GOLDEN PILLAR R.B.P. 889.
BELL -- Officers and Members of the above Preceptory and other Sir Knights are requested to attend the funeral of their esteemed Sir Knight and Brother, A. Bell. WILLIAM J. LAVERTY, W.M. GEORGE FLEMING, D.M. SAMUEL LYTTLE, Reg. W.J. PILLAR, Treasurer.

CARBERRY -- December 21, 1918, at her late residence, 95 Hunter Street, Grace, the dearly-beloved wife of James Carberry. Her remains will be removed on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 11 a.m., for interment in City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted and sadly mourned by her sorrowing Husband and Family. JAMES CARBERRY.

CARBERRY -- December 21, 1918, at her late residence, 95 Hunter Street, Grace, the dearly-beloved wife of James Carberry. The remains of our dearly and much loved mother will be removed on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 11 a.m., for interment in City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. Sadly mourned by her loving Daughter and Son-in-law. A. AND J. NOBLE. 83 Coolbeg Street.

CRAWFORD -- December 22, 1918, at his residence, 32 Ottawa Street, Bobbie, the dearly-beloved son of Robert and Lizzie Crawford. His remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m., for interment in the family burying-ground, Carmavey. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. -- Deeply regretted ROBERT AND LIZZIE CRAWFORD.

AMALGAMATED SOCIETY OF ENGINEERS.
DELANEY -- It is with regret that the Officers and Members of the Belfast West Branch has learned of the death of their esteemed Member, Br. Thos. B. Delaney, at Newcastle-on-Tyne (the result of an accident) on the 15th inst. JAMES PRESHAW, President. W.J. BOYD, Secretary.

FARLEY -- December 22, 1918, at her parents' residence, 29 Dover Street, Annie, second and dearly-loved daughter of William and Annie Farley. Her remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 11 a.m., for interment in 3rd Rathfriland Presbyterian Churchyard. Friends will please accept this intimation. -- Peace, perfect peace. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Father and Mother, Sister, and Brothers (one of the latter on active service).

FARLEY -- December 22, 1918, at 29 Dover Street, Annie beloved sister of Lily Hughes, 136 My Lady's Road. "Come unto Me, ye weary, and I will give you rest." Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Sister and Brother-in-law. LILY AND THOMAS HUGHES.

FERGUSON -- December 13, 1918 (suddenly), at Scartho Hospital, Grimsby, William Joseph, only son of the late Joseph and Margaret Ferguson of Whitehouse. Interred in Scartho Cemetery on the 16th inst. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Sisters and Aunt. Rockview, Mill Road, Whitehouse.

FRAZER -- December 21, 1918, at his residence, 64 Sydney Street West, Alexander, dearly-beloved husband of Ellen Frazer. His remains will be removed from above address, for interment in Shankill Burying-ground, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m. (with military honours).

GIRVAN -- December 22, 1918, at her residence, 83 Tower Street, Jane Girvan, widow of the late Thomas Girvan. The remains of our dearly-beloved mother will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 12.30 p.m., for interment in Derriaghy Churchyard. ALFX. WILLIE, AND ENA GIRVAN

HAWTHORNE -- December 21, 1918, at her late residence, 30 Upper Meenan Street, Sarah Hawthorne. Her remains will be removed from above address on Wednesday, at 10.30 a.m., for interment in Shankill Graveyard. WM. AND MAGGIE TAYLOR.

JOHNSTON -- December 22, 1918, at her residence, 14 St. Vincent Street, Jane, dearly-beloved wife of Alexander Johnston, Interment notice later. A. JOHNSTON.

JOHNSTON -- October 10, 1918, at Sea Point, Capetown, S.A., from double pneumonia, William J. the dearly-beloved husband of Catherine (Katie) Johnston. Inserted by his sorrowing Mother-in-law. MRS. J. REID. 179 Dunluce Avenue, Belfast.

KERR -- October 27, 1918, at Benoni, Transvaal South Africa (of pneumonia), Thomas Smyth, eldest son of Henry Kerr, Germiston, South Africa, and Mrs. Kerr, Laurel Villa, Ballinderry. Interred with military honours. JANE A. KERR.

LONG -- December 22, 1918, at his brother's residence, 32 Glenwherry Street, Joseph Long. Interment on Wednesday, at 2 p.m., to First Boardmills (by motor). Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by his Brother and Sister-in-law. WM. AND MARY LONG.

MAGOWAN -- December 22, 1918, at his residence, 30 North Boundary Street, Zachariah (Riah) beloved husband of Ellen Magowan. Funeral arrangements later.

MANN -- December 21, 1918, at Loy Hill, Cookstown, Henry Alfred Mann, J.P., in his 71st year. Interred in Cookstown Cemetery to-day (Monday).

MARKS -- December 22, 1918, at her residence, Larne Street, Ballymena, Sarah Jane, beloved wife of John Marks. Funeral on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 1 p.m., to First Ahoghill Burying-ground. -- Deeply regretted.

MOORE -- December 22, 1918, at the Hospital, Lisburn Road, Arthur Moore, the beloved brother of Ann Jane Lennon. Inserted by his Sister, Nieces, and Nephew. A.J. LENNON.

MORRISON -- December 21, 1918 (of pneumonia), at the residence of her brother-in-law, Ternoney, Finaghy Park, Belfast, Annie Kerr Morrison, of Ternoney, Maghera. Funeral private.

M'CAMMON -- December 21, 1918 (suddenly), at 5 Montreal Street, Doris, infant daughter of James and Mabel M'Cammon. Interment on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m., in Carnmoney Cemetery. JAMES AND MABEL M'CAMMON.

M'CLEAN -- December 23, 1918, at his daughter's residence, 33 Disraeli Street, Charles M'Clean. His remains will be removed from above address on Wednesday, at 2 p.m., for interment at Newtownbreda Churchyard. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. Inserted by his Daughter and Son. MARY HUGHES AND JAMES M'CLEAN.

M'CRACKEN -- December 21, 1918, at Pembroke Park, Donnybrook, Dublin, Lieut.-Colonel John Alexander M'Cracken, R.A.M.C., aged 73, eldest son of the late George M'Cracken, of "Altmore," Omeath, Co. Louth. The remains will leave Edward Street Railway Station, Newry, at 11.45 a.m., on to-morrow (Tuesday), 24th inst., for interment in St. Patrick's Churchyard, Newry. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family.

M'CREERY -- December 22, 1918, at 257 Albertbridge Road, Ann Jane, beloved wife of James M'Creery. Funeral (per motor) to Magheradroll on to-morrow (Tuesday), passing through Ballynahinch about 12.15 p.m. Funeral private. "Resting on her Saviour's breast." Inserted by her loving Husband and Family.

M'EWEN -- December 23, 1918, at her residence, 63 Bentinck Street, Mary J., relict of the late James M'Ewen. Interment notice later. Inserted by her sorrowing Family.

M'FARLAND -- December 22, 1918, at the residence of her mother, Colinwell, Dunmurry, Lizzie, the dearly-beloved wife of Henry M'Farland, and daughter of Mary and the late John Hull. Her remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m., for interment in Derriaghy Churchyard. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband and Daughters. Inserted by her Husband, HENRY M'FARLAND. Also her Brother and Sister-in-law, ROBERT AND GRACE HULL.

M'GIMPSEY -- December 23, 1918, at his residence, Hillhead, Drumawhey, Newtownards, Robert M'Gimpsey. The remains of my dearly-beloved husband will be removed, for interment in the family burying-ground, Movilla, on Wednesday, 25th inst., at 11 a.m. ANN JANE M'GIMPSEY

M'GRATH -- December 22, 1918, at his father's residence, 1 Park Row, Greencastle, Thomas, third son of Francis and Annie M'Grath. -- R.I.P. His remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 10.30 a.m., for Milltown Cemetery.

M'KENNA -- December 22, 1918, at 114 Leeson Street, Patrick, only and dearly-loved son of Patrick and Mary M'Kenna, aged 81/2 years. -- R.I.P. His remains will be removed from above address, for interment in Milltown Cemetery, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. PATRICK AND MARY M'KENNA.

M'KINLEY -- December 21, 1918, at 52 Eia Street, Belfast, Sarah, the beloved wife of James M'Kinley. Funeral on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 10.30 a.m., to Carnmoney.

NEWELL -- December 22, 1918, at his residence, Spillar Place, Omagh, John Newell, in his 83rd year. His remains will be removed, for interment in Drumragh Burying-ground, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at noon.

PALMER -- December 22, 1918, at Portavogie, Wm. John, dearly-beloved husband of Annie Palmer, and brother of Samuel Palmer, Ophir Gardens, Belfast. Funeral to Glastry on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 1 p.m. ANNIE PALMER.

SHIELDS -- December 22, 1918, at the Hospital, Lisburn Road, William, the dearly-beloved husband of Ellen Shields. His remains will be removed from his late residence, 23 Kenbaan Street, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2.30 p.m., for interment in City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. ELLEN SHIELDS.

SMITH -- December 22, 1918, at her father's residence, 75 Derwent Street, Sarah (Sadie), second and dearly-beloved daughter of Wm. and Anna Smith. Her remains will be removed, for interment in Dundonald Cemetery, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation.

SMYTH -- December 22, 1918, at the Hospital, Lisburn Road, Eliza Smyth. The remains of my beloved Grandmother will be removed from her late residence, 20 Rowland Street, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 10 a.m., for interment in City Cemetery. JOHN SMYTH.

SMYTH -- December 23, 1918, at "Lakeview House," Ballinderry, Annie Sarah, the dearly-beloved wife of James Smyth. Her remains will be removed, for interment in Glenavy Churchyard, on Wednesday, 25th inst., at 1 p.m. -- Deeply regretted. JAMES SMYTH.

THOMPSON -- December 23, 1918, at his residence, 19 Landseer Street, Belfast, John, dearly-beloved husband of Ellen Thompson. His remains will be removed from his late residence on Wednesday, at 10.30 a.m., for interment in Magheragall Parish Churchyard. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation

WRIGHT -- December 22, 1918, at her residence, 37 Bray Street, Margaret, widow of the late William Wright. The remains of our dearly-beloved mother will be removed from above address, for interment in City Cemetery, on to-morrow (Tuesday), at 2.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. With Christ, which is far better. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Family. SARAH, MAGGIE, AND LILY WRIGHT AND CHARLOTTE BOWDEN.

Thanks

Mrs. DOHERTY and Family desire to tender sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, especially Messrs. Sinclair and Co. and Staff, also Miss Sinclair, for wreaths and flowers. -- 19 Cavendish Street.

Mr. HALL and Mrs. M'CLELLAND desire to return their sincere thanks to their many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; also those who sent floral tributes and letters of condolence. Hoping this will be accepted by all. 4 Fountainville Avenue.

Mrs. KIELTY, Brothers, and Sisters of the late Charles A. Kielty desire to thank the many kind friends who sent floral tributes and sympathised with them in their sad bereavement. SUSAN KIELTY.

The Parents, Brothers, and Sisters of the late Elizabeth (Nurse) M'Cabe wish to thank their many kind friends who, personally or otherwise, sympathised with them in their recent bereavement. They hope all will accept this acknowledgment and appreciation of kindness, as it would be impossible to thank them individually.P. M'CABE. Methuen Street.

Mr. and Mrs JOHN SHARPE and Family (friends of the late Mrs. Erskine, of Derg Street, Belfast), wish to return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad double bereavement; also to the kind friends of Derg Street for their beautiful wreath. Hoping this will be accepted by all. Millvale, Ballycare.

Mr. and Mrs. THOMPSON and Family wish to convey their thanks to their many kind friends and neighbours who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, especially to the teachers and members of York Street Presbyterian Church Sabbath School and employees of Crescent Manufacturing Co.; also those who sent letters of sympathy. Hoping this will be accepted by all. Fire Station, Whitla Street, Belfast.

In Memoriam

ANDERSON -- In fond and loving memory of our dearly-beloved daughter Lily, who fell asleep in Jesus on the 22nd of December, 1917, and was interred in City Cemetery. Gone from among us -- oh! how we miss her, Loved her so dearly her memory we keep; Never while life lasts will we forget her - Dear to our hearts is the place where she sleeps. May the heavenly winds blow gently O'er that lone and hallowed spot Where our darling Lily lies sleeping, Who will never be forgot. Still sadly missed by her loving Father and Mother, THOMAS AND LILY ANDERSON. Also her Grandmother, Grandfather, Aunts, and Uncle.

BIGGER -- In loving memory of our dearly-beloved mother, who departed this life on the 23rd December, 1917, and was interred in Mallusk Burying-ground. Peaceful be thy rest, dear mother, It's sweet to breathe thy name; In life we loved you ever dear, In death we do the same. Inserted by her loving Son. Also Daughter and Son-in-law. THOS. BIGGER AND AGNES AND WILLIAM BATES. 3 Wilton Square South.

CAMPBELL -- In ever-loving memory of our dear Lizzie, who entered into rest on December 22, 1904. -- To memory ever dear. Ever remembered by her Mother and Sister. 100 Brookmount Street.

HAROLD -- In loving memory of my dear wife, Mary, who departed this life on 23rd day of December, 1917, and was interred in City Cemetery. Deeply regretted by her Husband and Son. EDWARD HAROLD. 36 Burnaby Street. Also her Parents and Sisters at 25 Rowland St.

M'CUNE -- In loving memory of my dear mother, Agnes M'Cune, who died on 22nd December, 1917, and was interred in Ballylesson Churchyard. What is home without a mother, We often miss her loving face; The first we fly to in our sorrow, None can fill a mother's place. Ever remembered by her loving Son and Daughter-in-law and Grandson. WILLIAM AND MARY M'CUNE. Whiteabby.

PARKER -- In affectionate remembrance of my dear son, John Parker, who passed away on 23rd December, 1917. At the river's crystal brink God shall join each broken link. Ever remembered by his Father, Mother, Grandmother, Brothers, and Sisters.

PETTICREW -- In ever-loving memory of my dear husband, Captain James Petticrew, lost at sea on 23rd December, 1915; also my dear son Andrew, died on 28th August, 1915. There is a link death cannot sever, Love and remembrance last forever. Sadly missed by his loving Wife and Mother. JANE PETTICREW.

PRESS -- In loving remembrance of my dear wife, Mary Press, who departed this life on 22nd December, 1914, and was interred in the City Cemetery. Sadly missed by her sorrowing Husband and Family. -- 207 Ainsworth Avenue.

REDMOND -- In sad and loving memory of my dear wife and our dear mother, Sarah Redmond, who departed this life on 23rd December, 1917, and was interred in Banbridge Public Cemetery. A loving wife and mother kind, Missed by those she left behind. Forget her? No, we never will, As years roll on we'll love her still. Sadly missed by her loving Husband, Sons, and Daughter. WM. JOHN REDMOND. 117 Leopold Street.

THOMAS -- In loving memory of my dearly-loved mother, Elizabeth Skeffington Thomas, who passed away on 22nd December, 1917. EVA THOMAS, 105 Antrim Road.

WATSON -- In loving memory of "Big Uncle Gilbert" Watson, who lost his life in France, December 23, 1916. FREDDY, MALCOLM, AND BABY MARJORIE WATSON, 12 Euterpe Street; JACK, FREDDY, AND BABY DICK FAULKNER, 388 Beersbridge Road.

For King And Country.

BLOXSOM -- Killed in action on 6th September, 1918, Rifleman Ernie Bloxsom, 17285 2nd Batt. Royal Irish Rifles (late Y.C.V.'s), and beloved husband of Georgina Bloxsom. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife. 1 City Street, Belfast, Dec. 23, 1918.

CAUGHEY -- December 15, 1918, at 83 General Hospital, Boulogne, France (of influenza), Private William J. Caughey (41263), R.A.M.C., the dearly-beloved husband of Catherine Caughey. To far away thy grave to see, But not too far to think of thee. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family, 47 Belgrave Street.

DALZELL -- reported missing on 22nd November, 1917 (Cambrai Battle), now officially reported killed on that date (or since), 47182 Rifleman Thomas R. Dalzell, 15th Batt. R.I. Rifles (late A.S.C.), only and beloved son of Hugh and Mary Dalzell Weary and lonely have we waited For your coming, but all in vain, Asking ourselves the hopeless question, Will you ever return again. Somewhere in France they say he's sleeping -- Somewhere, we cannot tell; But God knows all about our darling, So we will hope and trust in Him. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Mother, and Sisters. 9 Derwent Street, Belfast.

DALZELL -- Missing since the 22nd November, 1917, now reported killed, 47182 Private Thomas Dalzell, 15th Batt. R.I.R. His name is engraved on the heroes' roll, He answered his country's call; One of the right who fought against might, And died to save us all. Inserted by his sorrowing Aunt and Uncle and Cousin Charles (serving in France) SARAH AND WILLIAM ROBINSON 17 Derwent Street.

DALZELL -- reported missing on 22nd November, 1917, now reported killed on or about that date, Private Thomas Dalzell, 15th Batt. Royal Irish Rifles. He answered his country's call. Inserted by his loving Uncle, Aunt, and Cousins (two of the latter on active service), Jim and Jacky JAMES AND SARAH ROBINSON. 35 Ardgowan Street.

M'DONALD -- December 22, 1918, at Purdysburn Hospital (from shell-shock), John M'Donald, late Lance-Sergt., Army Cyclist Coy., the dearly-loved husband of Martha M'Donald. Interment notice later. 13 Lismain Street.

Our Heroes -- In Memoriam.

CHAMBERS -- In fond and loving memory of our dear brother, Rifleman Joseph Chambers, 11th Batt. Royal Irish Rifles (U.V.F.), who died on December 23, 1916, from wounds received in action. He sleeps not in his native land, But under foreign skies; Far away from those who loved him In a hero's grave he lies. Deeply regretted by Father, Edith, and George. Stewartstown Road, Dunmurry.

FREEMAN -- In loving and affectionate memory of my beloved son, John Calder Freeman, Signaller, 15th R.I.R., killed in action on 23rd December, 1915. We know he never shall return, Though mother weeps and father mourns; But let us then to Christ repair, And cast on Him our every care. That when our journey here is past, And we get home to Heaven at last, We'll meet our loved one on the shore, Where parting grief shall be no more. Inserted by his loving Father, Mother, Sister and Brothers, 27 Trafalgar Street.

Clippings

PRICE OF MILK IN BELFAST.

The Belfast Food Control Sub-Committee at a meeting held to-day under the presidency of the Lord Mayor, had under consideration the price of milk from the beginning of 1918 onwards. The question was discussed at length, but pending certain formalities, no official announcement can be issued regarding the new arrangement.

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SELLING WATERED BUTTERMILK.

In the Belfast Summons Court to-day -- Mr. Alan Bell, R.M., presiding -- Inspector Larmour summoned John White, Lisleen, Moneyrae, Co. Down, for selling buttermilk containing 14.8 parts of water in addition to the 25 parts allowed for churning.

A fine of 40s and costs was imposed.

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FOUND IN PRIVATE ROOM.

John Whitelock, whose address was given as Stanhope Street, was charged in the Custody Court to-day with being concealed in a private room in the auction rooms of R. M. Gray and Sons, Ltd., Royal Avenue, with intent to commit a felony. Prisoner, who had been a fortnight in custody, was ordered to enter into bail.

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NEW CO. DOWN MAGISTRATE.

Mr. Henry T. Hutton, Erin Lodge, Donaghadee, has been appointed to the commission of the Peace for Co. Down, on the recommendation of Lord Londonderry, H.M. Lieutenant for the county.

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LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE.

MONDAY, 11 a.m. -- Following the formation in America of a Copper Export Association comes news of a Northern Steel Produce Association to comprise all important companies outside the Steel Corporation, and a Chemical Export Association is mooted. Meanwhile, says a "Daily Telegraph" cable, it will not be a joyous Christmas in Wall Street. Owing to the Government desire to control the railway system for five years the dividend payers have dropped 10 points since the cessation of hostilities. It is believed, says another correspondent, that if the Government plan is defeated the roads may be returned immediately to the owners, and that not a dozen roads will be able to keep out of the Bankruptcy Court if they are released under current condition. The "Financier" says that Raphael, Tuck & Sons have turned the corner thoroughly not to look back.

 

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Belfast Telegraph - 24 December 1918

Deaths

BEATSON -- December 24, 1918, at her residence, 12 Union Bridge Terrace, Lisburn, Maggie, only and dearly-loved daughter of Margaret and the late Joseph Beatson.Funeral to Lisburn Cemetery on Thursday, at 2.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted. MARGARET BEATSON.

DAVIDSON -- December 24, 1918, at Carrowdore, Eliza Davidson.The remains of my beloved mother will be removed, for interment in the family burying-ground, Templepatrick, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m. Friends will please accept this (the only)intimation. ROBERT BLACK.

FORSTER -- December 21, 1918, at his residence, Fortmount, Enniskillen, James W. Forster.

HAWTHORNE -- December 21, 1918, at her residence, 30 Upper Meenan Street, Sarah Hawthorne.Her remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10.30 a.m., for interment in Shankill Graveyard. At home with Christ and comforted. Mrs. BRIGGS and Family.

JOHNSTON -- December 22, 1918, at her residence, 14 St. Vincent Street, Jane, the dearly-beloved wife of Alexander Johnston.Funeral to Carnmoney on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 1.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. A. JOHNSTON. South African papers please copy.

JOHNSTON --December 22, 1918, at her residence, 14 St. Vincent Street, Jane, dearly-beloved mother of Henry Johnston. HENRY AND MARTHA JOHNSTON. 20 Parkmount Street.

JOHNSTON -- December 22, 1918, at her residence, 14 St. Vincent Street, Jane, the dearly-beloved mother of James Johnston. JAMES AND HELEN JOHNSTON. Ebberley Villas, Barnstaple, England.

PARKEND FOOTBALL CLUB.
JOHNSTON -- The Members and Players of the above Club are requested to attend the funeral of the mother of their esteemed Player, George Johnston. JOHN BEGGS, Secretary.

KERR --December 23, 1918, at her husband's residence, Millfield, Garvagh, Tillie, wife of Arthur Keith Kerr, only daughter ofDr. A. M. Adams, Garvagh, and sister of Dr. T. A. Adams, (late Captain, R.A.M.C.).Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 12 o'clock noon, to Main Street (Garvagh) Presbyterian Burying-ground.

KIDD -- December 24, 1918, at her residence, 195 Snugville Street, Margaret M'Watter, beloved wife of John A. Kidd, and only surviving daughter of the late Thomas A. Tully.Funeral on Thursday, 26th inst., at 1.30 p.m., to Carnmoney Cemetery. JOHN A. KIDD.

LAUGHLIN --December 23, 1918, at 14 Woodvale Avenue, Margaret, the dearly-beloved wife of Robert Laughlin.Her remains will be removed, for interment in the City Cemetery, on Thursday, 26th inst., at 2 p.m. Deeply regretted. ROBERT LAUGHLIN.

WOODVALE CRICKET AND TENNIS CLUB.
LAUGHLIN -- The Members of above Club are requested to attend the funeral of the mother of their esteemed Treasurer, Albert Laughlin. H. MURPHY, Chairman. W.J. MAGEE AND W. ROBINSON, Hon Secretaries.

LONG --December 22, 1918, at his brother's residence, 32 Glenwherry Street, Joseph Long.Interment on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m. , to First Boardmills (by motor). Friends will please accept this intimation.. Deeply regretted by his Brother and Sister-in-law.WM. AND MARY LONG.

MOUNTPOTTINGER FOOTBALL CLUB.
LONG -- Members of above Club are requested to attend the funeral of their late respected Member, Joseph Long. W.T. STONE, Chairman. WALTER RICHARDSON, Secretary.

MAGOWAN -- December 22, 1918, at his residence,30 North Boundary Street, Zachariah (Riah), beloved husband of Ellen Magowan.Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 12 o'clock noon, to Ballynahinch Churchyard.

MALLON -- December 23, 1918, at Nazareth House, Ballynafeigh, Charles Mallon, (late of Tullygarron, Armagh). -- R.I.P.Funeral private.No flowers. Inserted by his Son, THOMAS MALLON. 25 Rochester Street, Belfast. American Papers please copy.

M'CANN -- December 22, 1918, at his residence, 83 William Street, Lurgan, John Harrison M'Cann (Managing Director, W.R. Nelson & Co., Ltd.), dearly-beloved husband of Elizabeth M'Cann.Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), Christmas Day, to Drumcree, at 11 a.m.

M'CARTIN -- December 23, 1918, at the Mater Hospital, Sarah, the dearly-beloved wife of Henry M'Cartin, fourth daughter of the late Henry and Mary Ann Largey. -- R.I.P. Interment notice later.

M'CLELLAND -- December 23, 1918, Isabella M'Clelland, sister-in-law of George Park.Funeral from 16 Indiana Avenue, on Thursday,26th inst., at 11 a.m. Absent from thebody; "at home" with the Lord. GEORGE PARK.

M'EWEN -- December 23, 1918, at her residence, 63 Bentinck Street, Mary J., relict of the late James M'Ewen.The remains of our beloved mother will be removed from above address on Thursday, at 11 a.m. for intermentin Carnmoney Burying-ground. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Family.

M'GIMPSEY --December 23, 1918, at his residence, Hillhead, Drumawhey, Newtownards, Robert M'Gimpsey.The remains of my dearly-beloved husband will be removed, for interment in the family burying-ground, Movilla, on tomorrow (Wednesday), at 11 a.m. ANN JANE M'GIMPSEY

PARK --December 24, 1918, at 16 Indiana Avenue, Edward Shanks, the greatly beloved son of George Park.Funeral on Thursday, 26th inst., at 11 a.m. Absent from thebody; "at home" with the Lord. GEORGE PARK.

PORTER -- December 23, 1918, at Lismurnaghan, Ahoghill, Elizabeth Craig, wife of Robert Porter.Her remains will be removed for interment in the family burying-ground, 1st Randalstown, on Thursday, 26th December, at 11-30 A.M.

REID -- December 23, 1918, at the Union Hospital, Lisburn Road (of pneumonia), Arthur Reid.The remains of my beloved father will be removed from above institution on to-morrow (Wednesday) 25th December, at 2 p.m., for interment in City Cemetery. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. Deeply regretted EMILY L. BOYD.

SHANKS --December 23, 1918, at her residence, 33 Ardgowan Street, Jane Shanks.Her remains will be removed on to-morrow (Wednesday), 25th inst., at 2 p.m., for intermentin the family burying-ground, Gilnahirk. Deeply regretted by her Son and Daughter-in-law. WILLIAM AND MARY SHANKS.

SHIELS -- December 24, 1918, at his residence, Summer Hill, Bangor, Michael Shiels, J.P. -- R.I.P.Funeral private.No flowers.

SMYTH -- December 23, 1918, at "Lakeview House," Ballinderry, Annie Sarah, the dearly-beloved wife of James Smyth.Her remains will be removed, for interment in Glenavy Churchyard, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 1 p.m. -- Deeply regretted. JAMES SMYTH.

THOMPSON -- December23, 1918, at his residence, 19 Landseer Street, Belfast, John, dearly-beloved husband of Ellen Thompson.His remains will be removed from his late residence on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 10.30 a.m., for interment in Magheragall Parish Churchyard. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.

THOMPSON -- December 24, 1918, at her residence, 41 Woodstock Road, Eliza, widow of the late Samuel Thompson.The remains of our dearly-beloved mother will be removed from above address, for interment in City Cemetery, on Thursday, 25th inst., at 2.30 p.m. Friends will please accept this intimation. Deeply regretted. L. THOMPSON AND R. J. AND A COTTON

TODD -- December 24, 1918, at her residence, 2 Quinnville Terrace, Holywood, Mary Todd, dearly-loved mother of Jasper Silo. -- R.I.P. JASPER SILO.

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BURRELL -- December 23, 1918, at her residence, 24 Cliftonpark Avenue, Belfast, Jennie, only and early-loved daughter of David B. and Margaret Burrell, aged 20 years.Her remains will be removed from above address on to-morrow (Wednesday) Deeply regretted by hersorrowing Father and Mother. DAVID B. AND MARGARET BURRELL.

BURRELL -- December 23, 1918, at her residence 24 Cliftonpark Avenue, Belfast, Jeannie, only and dearly-loved daughter of David B. and Margaret Burrell, aged 20 years. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing GrandmotherANNIE SOYE. Also hr Uncle and Aunt, FRED AND EVA.31 Oldpark Road.

CULBERT -- December 23, 1918, at her parents' residence, 29 Bombay Street.Margaret (wee Bets), of pneumonia, the beloved daughter of Patrick and Minnie Culbert. -- R.I.P.Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday), to Milltown Cemetery, at 2 p.m. PATRICK AND MINNIE CULBERT.

DAVIDSON -- December 21, 1918, at Cahard, Ballynahinch, Nancy, widow of the late John Davidson, Killyleigh, and daughter of the late Hugh and Nancy Baille, of Abbeyview, Crossgar.Interred in Drumaghlis Burying-ground on Monday, December 23, at 2.30 p.m. L.S. JONES, 55 Burmah Street.

MACKIN -- December 23, 1918, at the Hospital, Purdysburn, James, the dearly-beloved son of James and Jane Mackin.His remains will be removed from his late residence, 17 Devonshire Street, on to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m., to Milltown Cemetery.Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.

M'BRIDE -- December 24, 1918, at her residence, 23 Willowfield Street, Belfast, Annie, widow of the late Andrew M'Bride.The remains of my dearly-beloved mother will be removed, for interment in City Cemetery, on Thursday, at 2.30 p.m.Friends will please accept this intimation. JEANNIE M'BRIDE.

M'BRIDE -- December 24, 1918, at her residence, 23 Willowfield Street, Belfast, Annie, relict of the late Andrew M'Bride, and eldest daughter of the late John Trayer.The remains of my beloved sister will be removed for interment on Thursday, at 2.30 p.m., to City Cemetery.Friends will please accept this intimation. WILLIAM TRAYER.

WHITE -- December 24, 1918, at his residence, Carleton Street, Portadown, Richard White.Funeral to the Dobbin Burying-ground on Thursday, at 2 p.m.

Thanks

Mr. and Mrs. GAMBLE wish to return thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement and also to those who sent beautiful floral tributes.Hoping this will be accepted by all. 33 Glenwood Street.

W.H. NIMMONS desires to return his sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with him; also to those who sent floral tributes on the occasion of the sudden death of his wife.Hoping this will be accepted by all. -- The Arcade, Randalstown.

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Mr. and Mrs. BAIN and Family desire to return sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in the loss of their dear granddaughter and daughter-in-law; also to those who sent floral tributes and letters of condolence.They hope all will accept this acknowledgment and appreciation of kindness, as it would be impossible to thank them individually. -- 5 Skegoniel Avenue.

Mr. BAIN and Family desire to return sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, and to the many kind friends who sent letters of condolence.Hoping this will be accepted by all. ROBERT BAIN, 5 Skegoniel Avenue.

In Memoriam

BELL -- In loving memory of our dear mother, Henrietta Bell, who departed this life December 24, 1916, and was interred in Magheragall New Cemetery. Inserted by her Family. -- 29 Hogarth Street.Also Willie, 1st R.I.R.; Herbert, N.I.H.

BELL -- In loving memory of my dear sister, Henrietta Bell (nee Briggs), who died December 24, 1916 and was interred in Magheragall Burying-ground. -- "At rest." Fondly remembered by her loving Brother. ROBERT BRIGGS.

BELL -- In fond and loving memory of our dear sister, Henrietta Briggs, who departed this life at 29 Hogarth Street, on 24th December, 1916, and was interred in Magheragall Cemetery. She is gone, but not forgotten, Never shall her memory fade; Sweetest thoughts shall ever linger Round the grave where she is laid. Ever remembered by her loving Sisters. ANNIE SWAIN AND JOHANNA HUNTER.

BLAIR -- In ever-loving memory of our darling son, Samuel Alexander (wee Sammie), who departed this life 24th December, 1917, aged 3 years and 2 months.Also our infant son, Hugh, who passed away on 30th March, 1917, aged 5 weeks.Both were interred in City Cemetery. It was so hard to let them go, Almost too much for us to bear, But Jesus loves them best we know, And they are safest in His care. Ever remembered by their loving Father and Mother and little Sister. SAMUEL, AND MAGGIE BLAIR (the former serving in France) 37 Hartley Street.

BLAIR -- In fond and loving memory of our dear nephew, Samuel Alexander (wee Sammie), who departed this life 24th December, 1917 aged 3 years and 2 months.Also Hugh, who passed away on 30th March, 1917, aged 5 weeks.Both were interred in City Cemetery. Yes they are gone, but sweetly sleep For none need anxious vigil keep; Their little barque has reached the shore Where sickness cannot reach them more. Inserted by their loving Aunts. MARY AND ANNIE NUTT. Also LIZZIE,FRANK, AND JACK BAXTER (latter serving in Italy) 35 Hartley Street.

HAMILTON -- In fond and loving memory of our much-loved infant son, Henry (wee Harry), who departed this life on 24th December, 1917, and was interred in Dundonald Cemetery. To memory ever dear. Ever remembered by his loving Father, Mother, little Brother and Sister; also Grandfather and Grandmother and Uncle Willie. WILLIAM AND AGNES HAMILTON 7 Shamrock Street.

HENNESSEY -- In sad and loving memory of my dearly-beloved mother, Mary Hennessey, who departed this life on the 24th December, 1917, and was interred in Milltown Cemetery. -- R.I.P. On whose soul, sweet Jesus, have mercy. Inserted by her sorrowing Daughter. ALICE HENNESSEY.

HUGHES -- In loving memory of our dear daughter Olive, who fell asleep in Jesus on Christmas Day, 1917; also our dear niece, Gladys Kendrick, on 4th February, 1915, and were interred in Dundonald Cemetery. "He hath given unto them eternal life." JOHN AND ALICE HUGHES. 247 Ravenhill Avenue.

MAYBURY -- In loving memory of Frederick William, who departed this life on 24th December, 1917. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord." -- Rev. 14, 13. Ever remembered by his Father, Mother, and Brother.GEORGE WM. MAYBURY Ballyhackamore.

NICHOLL -- In ever-loving memory of our dear uncle, Robert Nicholl, who fell asleep in Jesus on 24th December, 1917, and was buried in Ahoghill Old Churchyard. We have lost our only uncle, And we mourn his absence sore; His loving form and kindly smile We'll see on earth no more. Ever remembered. M.C. AND A. COLEMAN. 19 Brookmount Street.

SURPLICE -- In affectionate and loving memory of my dear wife, Deborah Surplice, who entered into rest on the 24th December, 1917. Sadly missed by her sorrowing Husband and Children.WILLIAM SURPLICE. 200 Roden Street.

SURPLICE -- In sad and loving memory of my dearly-beloved daughter, Deborah Surplice, who departed this life on the 24th December, 1917, and was interred in the City Cemetery. Tho' dark my path and sad my lot, Let me be still and murmur not. Or breathe the prayer Divinely taught -- Thy will be done. Sadly missed by her sorrowing Mother, Brothers and Sisters.280 Roden Street.

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DOWNEY -- In fond and loving memory of our dearly-beloved daughter, Martha, who fell asleep in Jesus on the 25th December, 1917, and was interred in B'aris. Gone but not forgotten. Inserted by her Father and Mother, ROBERT AND ANNIE DOWNEY.

M'WILLIAMS -- In loving memory of our dear little son William (wee Willie), who departed this life on 24th December, 1916, and was interred in Dundonald Cemetery; also our dear little daughter Jean, who died on 7th January, 1914; also our dear little son David, who died on23rd August, 1914, and were interred in Dundonald Cemetery. They have gone from our gaze like a beautiful dream, We scarce can believe it -- how strange it doth seem; We'd give all we have, be it loss, be it gain, To gaze on the faces of our dear children again. Sadly missed by their loving Father and Mother, Also their Brother and Sisters. JOHN AND JANE M'WILLIAMS 26 Hornby Street.

For King And Country.

DALZELL -- Missing since 22nd November, 1917 now reported killed on or about that date, Thomas R. Dalzell, 15th Royal Irish Rifles (late A.S.C.) A loving son and a brave Christian soldier. Inserted by his Uncle and Aunt, Captain and Mrs. T. ROBINSON and Sons Ivydean, Knock, Belfast.

M'DONALD -- December 22, 1918, at Purdysburn Hospital (from shell-shock), John M'Donald(late Lance-Sergt., Army Cyclist Corps), the dearly-loved husband of Martha M'Donald.His remains will be removed from his late residence, 13 Lismain Street, on Thursday, at 2 p.m., for interment in Dundonald Cemetery (with full military honours). Deeply regretted by his Wife and five little Daughters.

UNION TEMPERANCE L.O.L. 691.
M'DONALD -- Officers and Members of above Lodge are requested to attend the funeral of their late Br. M'Donald. W. ROBB, W.M. J. LEWIS, Secretary.

NO SURRENDER R.B.P. 385.
M'DONALD -- The Members of above Preceptory are requested to attend the funeral of their esteemed Brother, Sir Knt. John M'Donald. JAMES M'INTOSH, W.M. EDWARD SHERRARD, registrar.

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF DISCHARGED AND DEMOBILISED SAILORS AND SOLDIERS (BELFAST BRANCH).
M'DONALD -- The Officers and Members of above are requested to attend the funeral of their late respected Member, John M'Donald (late Lance-Sergt., Army Cyclist Corps).His remains will be removed from his wife's residence, 13 Lismain Street, on Thursday, 26th inst., at 2 p.m., for interment in Dundonald. D.G. TAYLOR President (pro tem). S. J. M'ILWAINE, Branch Secretary.

WRIGHT -- December 13, 1918, at Casualty Clearing Station, Maubeuge, France (of influenza), Private Robert S. Wright, 4th Batt. Canadian Machine Gun Corps. We know he never shall return, Though mother weeps and father mourns; But let us then to Christ repair, And cast on Him our every care. That when our journey here is past, And we get home to Heaven at last, We'll meet our loved one on the shore, Where parting grief shall be no more. Deeply regretted by his loving Father, Mother, Sisters and Brothers. 263 North Queen Street, Belfast.

WRIGHT -- December 13, 1918, at 47th Casualty Clearing Station, Maubeuge, France (of influenza), Private Robert S. Wright, 4th Batt. Canadian Machine Gun Corps. Inserted by his loving Brother and Sister-in-law. JOHN AND ELLEN WRIGHT. 68 Donegall Pass.

WRIGHT -- December 13, 1918, at 47th Casualty Clearing Station, Maubeuge, France (of influenza), Private Robert S. Wright, 4th Batt. Canadian Machine Gun Corps. Inserted by his loving Brother and Sister-in-law. JAMES AND MINNIE WRIGHT. 32 London Street, Salford, Manchester.

WRIGHT -- December 13, 1918, at 47th Casualty Clearing Station, Maubeuge, France (of influenza), Private Robert S. Wright, 4th Batt. Canadian Machine Gun Corps. Inserted by his loving Brother and Sister-in-law. GEORGE AND MARGARET WRIGHT 38 Great George's Street.

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ADAIR --November 14, 1918, in No. 6 General Hospital, Rouen, France (of pneumonia), Private J. Adair, 5th Corps Cyclists, son of J. Adair, 235 Oldpark Road, Belfast.

M'MILLEN -- Died on 13th December, 1918 (from malaria and pneumonia), at 19th Stationary Hospital, Port Amelia, William M'Millen (316460), M.T., A.R.C., eldest and dearly-loved son of Robert and Jane M'Millen, of 35 Fox Street, Ballymacarrett. A devoted son, a loving brother, One of God's best towards mother; He bravely answered his country's call, Now God has taken him from us all. He was taken in his early youth, Taken from those he loved; From serving his King on earth below, To serve his King above. Deeply regretted by his Father, Mother, Sisters, and Brother; also his Uncles and Aunts.

Our Heroes -- In Memoriam.

BAKER -- In sad and loving memory of our dear brother, Private Dawson Baker, 1/5th Batt. Seaforth Highlanders, who died on December 24, 1915, at a Casualty Clearing Station, France. When the day of toil is done, When the race of life is run, Father, grant Thy weary one Rest for evermore. Ever remembered by his sorrowing Father, and Sisters, M. ARMSTRONG,A. RITCHIE,R.A. COLLINS, B. HOWE, E. BAKER. Also his Brother John (on active service)

LEINSTER -- In fond and ever-loving remembrance of our dear son, Rifleman David A. Leinster, 10th Batt. Royal Irish Rifles, who died at Leicester Military Hospital on December 24, 1917, and was interred in City Cemetery, Belfast. Sadly missed by his sorrowing Father,Mother, Brothers and Sisters. THOMAS J. AND ELEANOR LEINSTER. 35 Magnetic Street.

LEINSTER -- In affectionate remembrance of Rifleman D. A. Leinster, who died on the 24th December, 1917, and was interred in City Cemetery. He marched away so bravely, His young head proudly held; His footsteps never faltered, His courage never failed. When on the field of battle He calmly took his place, And fought and died for Britain And the honour of his race. Inserted by his sorrowing Friends, MARY AND SAMUEL BUNTING. 4 Magnetic Street.

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BOYD --In loving remembrance of my beloved son, Private William (Willie) Boyd,South African Infantry, died from wounds received in action on Christmas Eve, 1917, and was interred in the New British Cemetery, Fins, France Take comfort ye who mourn a loved one lost Upon the battlefield, Thank God for one who, counting not the cost, Faced death and would not yield. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Mother, Brother, and Sister Mina. DAVID AND JENNIE BOYD. 55 Tennent Street.

BOYD -- In loving memory of Private Willie Boyd, South African Infantry, died from wounds received in action on Christmas Eve, 1917, and was interred in the New British Cemetery, Fins, France. Too far away thy grave to see, But not too far to think of thee. Fondly remembered by his loving Sister and Brother-in-law. MARY AND FRED L. KEAN. Also Freddy, Mina, Lillie.

BOYD -- To the memory of Private Willie Boyd, South African Infantry, died from wounds received in action on Christmas Eve, 1917, and was interred in the New British Cemetery, Fins, France. God has thee in His tender keeping, Though in the grave thy body's sleeping. Ever remembered by his loving Sister and Brother-in-law. MARGARET AND JAMES W. WILLIAMSON, 37 Tennent Street.

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CHECKING OF THE FLU.

EFFECT OF SCHOOL CLOSING.

SUCCESSFUL PREVENTIVE STEPS.

A medical correspondent writes:-- The opinion, unfortunately, now generally held by the public that nothing can affect the spread of influenza is happily inaccurate.No doubt, the vaccine preventive treatment as well as attempts at stopping the epidemic by closing schools, etc., have not done much.

For instance, in Christiania where in July of this year schools, theatres, and cinemas were closed, the number of persons affected steadily rose from 2,000 in the first week to 5,000 in the third, whereas in the autumn epidemic, where the institutions remained open, the experience was that the death rate was somewhat lower in Christiania than Copenhagen, where the most of the institutions, including the University, were closed.

The general medical opinion in Belfast is that little has been gained by the closing of the schools.The reason for this failure is that the disease spread so quickly and so widely that these general measures had very little effect.On the other hand, with the knowledge that the disease enters through the nose and throat, measures directed to these quarters have been much more successful.

As an example, it is most interesting to record what occurred at the famous Blue Coat School (Christ's Hospital), where eight hundred boys were in residence there, yet not a single case of influenza broke out although the epidemic was raging all round, the reason being that compulsory measures were taken for using a nasal douche of weak Condy's Fluid in the nose every of every boy. Again, in other areas the same results have been obtained by the wearing of masks for the nose and mouth, this being exactly the same principle adopted by the modern surgeon while operating to prevent any organism from his own mouth or nose reaching his patient.

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REVOKING THE PIG ORDER..

"LIKE A BOLT FROM THE BLUE"

The Irish Food Control Committee have informed Mr. P. M'Kenna, J.P., president of the Irish Pig Dealers' Association, that the Food Ministry have decided to revoke the Pig (Sales) Order as from December 29; that the allocations of live pigs for January will be made out on the basis that existed from March 1 to September 30 last, inclusive; and that all British importers registered to receive pigs from Ireland during the latter period are being re-registered and allocated a quota for January.

Questioned as to the effect of the step indicated, Mr. M'Kenna stated that, like other regulations, the Ministry had launched this change like a bolt from the blue and it would cause grave dislocation of trade and consequent loss to Irish breeders, feeders, and dealers for some time.

As to the numbers of live pigs allocated for January to British importers and Irish curers, Mr. M'Kenna said they were 88,000 for home-curing and 22,000 for export.In regard to the dead trade, which is principally confined to Ulster, the figures would be about 25,000 carcasses.

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BELFAST GUARDIANS

DECREASE OF INFLUENZA.

The weekly meeting of Belfast Board of Guardians was held to-day, the chairman (Mr. Joseph Mitchell), presiding.The clerk (Mr. R.H. Wilson), the master (Mr. James Mahood), and the assistant clerk (Mr. James Black) were in attendance.

On the motion of the chairman, seconded by Mr. D. Adams, J.P., and supported by Mr. J. Diffin, a resolution of condolence was passed to Mr. James M'Creary, J.P., on the death of his wife.

The Clerk announced receipt of a letter from the Local Government Board, intimating that in conjunction with the Treasury they were prepared to consider the question of granting permission to local authorities to raise loans for the purpose of carrying out works of urgent utility, such as housing, sewerage, gas, electricity, and hospitals.

The influenza statistics included in the hospital report showed that there were 35 patients suffering from this complaint on the 21st inst., as compared with 44 at the end of the previous week, 7 having been admitted and 16 discharged.There were no deaths in the hospital from this or any other complaint between the 14th inst., and 21st inst.

The infirmary statistics were:-Remaining, 14th inst., 1,202; admissions, 185; discharges 203; deaths 23; remaining 21st inst., 1,161; as compared with 1,140 on the corresponding date last year.

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FLYING POLICE IN NEW YORK.

The New York correspondent of the Central News writes: -- Police Commissioner Enright has organised an aviation section in the Police Department, and appointed Colonel Jefferson Thompson as its head.New York will be the first city in the world to have flying policemen.Police aviators will be trained especially for use in case of fires, riots, and police operations on the bay and rivers where birdseye observation is important.

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ULSTER SERVICE NEWS.

GREETINGS TO R.I.R.

GENERAL WILSON'S MESSAGE.

MEDALS PRESENTED IN BELFAST.

General Sir H.H. Wilson, K.C.B., D.S.O., Chief of the Imperial General Staff, and Colonel of the Royal Irish Rifles, has sent the following Christmas greeting to the officers, warrant officers, N.C.O.'s, and men of the regiment:-

Since I last sent you a Christmas greeting the British Army has emerged triumphantly from the supreme crisis of the war.It has never been put to a more searching test, and it has never responded more magnificently.

The greatest war in the history of the world has ended in the most complete victory for the British and Allied arms.The British Army has maintained its glorious reputation.

As your colonel I have always watched with interest the doings of all the battalions of the Royal Irish Rifles, and I am proud of the distinguished part they have played.They have maintained the fighting tradition of Irish soldiers.

Some of you will shortly be returning to civil life.To these I wish God-speed, and hope that the lesson of comradeship that you have learned in a great regiment in time of war will serve you in good stead all through life.

To those of you who remain in the Army I send warm greetings, and hope that you will maintain in peace time the high standard you have obtained in war. Officers, warrant officers, non-commissioned officers, and men, I wish you all happiness in the coming year on the conclusion of your task and the return of peace.

The message has been circulated for all ranks in battalion and depot orders.

MEDALS FOR INNISKILLINGS.

The Military Medal has been awarded the undernoted N.C.O.'s and men of the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers:-

FIRST BATTALION.
49475 Sergeant W.H. Gooch.
16998 Lance-Corporal J. Williamson
49514 Privates A. Wright, 45039 W.T. Cook, 23087 E. Phillips, 42762 G.T. Shaw, 49531 J. M'Dermott, 42970 H. Onion, 29771 P. Diver, 44444 G. Smith.

SECOND BATTALION.
15648 Sergeant G. Johnston,
28399 Corporal W.G. H. M'Nerlin,
49663 Lance-Corporal J. Willacy, Lance-Corporal A. Ainsworth, 21683 Lance-Corporal J. Bradley
8149Private J. Russell, 4816 Private A.S. Smith.

MEDALS PRESENTED IN BELFAST.

At a parade of the Northumberland Fusiliers in Victoria Barracks to-day,Brigadier-General Hacket-Pain, C.B., presented medals to the undernoted:-

D.C.M. -- 39536 Sgt. W.J. Ferguson, R.G.A., 22 Lorton Place, Belfast.

Military Medal -- 15944 Lance-Cpl. J. Shields, 12th R.I.R., Holm Terrace, Dromore, County Down.

Military Medal -- Late 4555 Rifleman Wm. Browne, 2nd Batt. R.I.R., 35 City Street, Belfast.

Military Medal -- 361518 Pioneer R. Culbert, R.E., 75 Silvio Street, Belfast.

Military Medal -- 8/13798 Rifleman A. Wright, Military Hospital, Belfast.

In presenting the medals the General said he regretted that one gallant soldier, Private Brown, was no longer with them, and he was presenting the Military Medalto his father and mother.These medals had been earned in the face of the enemy, and the recipients had done more than their duty.The action for whichSergt. Ferguson was awarded the D.C.M. was "for conspicuous gallantry. Gunner Ferguson bringing up rations to the observation post through very heavy shellfire."

The General was accompanied by Major W.H. Stanley-Jones, D.A.A. and Q.M.G., and the parade was in command of Major J.E. B. Loftus.

THE BRUTAL HUNS.

Mr. R. Latimer, a young soldier of the Canadian Mounted Rifles, who is at present on a visit to his aunt, Mrs. W. Porter, Moneyhaw, Moneymore, was a prisoner of war in Germany for about 21/2 years.He escaped on the 9th ult., and after many thrilling experiences was recaptured when just about 50 yards from the Dutch frontier.He tells a terrible tale of the great cruelties he and his fellow-prisoners received at the hands of the Germans.On one occasion because the prisoners refused to take soup made from grass the sentries charged them with fixed bayonets, stabbing seven of them, and then knocked the rest about with their rifles.Because they would not work on Sunday the prisoners were made to stand at attention against barbed wire for a twelve-hour day with only an interval of an hour for food.On one occasion Latimer was beaten to the ground, and then jumped upon by a number of Germans armed with rifles.For striking one of his assailants he was shut for seven days in a cellar 8 feet by 4, in which there was no bed of any kind.He effected his escape by slipping from amongst his fellow prisoners as they were entering a coal mine, and mingling with a gang of German civilian miners who were coming off the shift.He passed with them out into the street without any particular heed being taken of him.

WOUNDED BELFASTMEN.

Mrs. Cameron, 148 Argyle Street, Belfast, has been notified that her youngest son, Private Charles Cameron, 1st Battalion Royal Irish Fusiliers, has been wounded.Before enlisting he was employed in Combe, Barbour's Ltd., Belfast.Private Cameron's brothers, Robert and Alexander, served in the war.The former has been discharged, and the latter is in Egypt.

RELEASED NORTHERN OFFICERS.

Amongst the latest Northern officers to return from captivity in Germany are:- Captain P.N. Smith, South Irish Horse, son of the Crown Solicitor of Cavan; Second-Lieut. Norman F. Irwin, Royal Irish Rifles, of Bangor; Second-Lieut. J. Armstrong, Royal Irish Rifles, of Broughshane; and Second-Lieut. J.H. Wylie, Royal Irish Rifles, of Belfast.

BELFAST SOLDIERS DEATH.

Official notification has been received by Mr. John Wright, 263 North Queen Street, Belfast, regarding the death of his son, Private Robert Sinclair Wright, Canadian Machine Gun Corps, on the 13th December, from pneumonia, following influenza.Deceased was in the United States prior to the outbreak of war, and went to Canada to enlist.He had three and a half years' service in France, and was wounded at Vimy Ridge, and at the retreat of the 21st March.He was well known in Belfast band and junior football circles before emigration.He was buried in Maubeuge Cemetery.

FOR THE 2nd R.I.R.

Lieut. H. Marshall, assistant adjutant 2nd Battalion Royal Irish Rifles, writes: -- Would you kindly acknowledge, through your paper, receipt of 10,000 cigarettes and 20lbs of tobacco received by this unit from the foremen and workers of Messrs Mackie and Sons Ltd.These were appreciated very much by our men.

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The number of deaths from influenza in Upolu, one of the Samoan Islands, is estimated at 7,000.

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ULSTER EIGHTY YEARS AGO.

ROMANCES OF THE PAST

HEALING BY HERBS.

INTERESTING REMINISCENCES.
(Continued.)

Eighty years ago medical men were not called in, as now, to attend to every little ailment the flesh is heir to.Most housewives knew the art of healing with simple herbs.One hears little talk now-a-days about tansy, dandelion, camamile, peppermint, liverwort and such like; they are considered out of date.

Dame Wilson, a very old lady, and a neighbour of ours, made wonderful concoctions from herbs, and ofttimes people from Belfast, and for that matter from Holywood, came to her for medicine.She was very poor and, at the same time, very proud, for she would not take payment for her "cures."Yet none of her patients left her house without leaving silver, large or small, behind them; Sometimes put surreptiously under a bowl on the dresser or elsewhere.When a child I remember being sent a message to the dame's house.I liked going there.She usually gave me apples, and I helped to write labels for her bottles of herb lotion.On this particular day a man from town came in, and commenced telling her all about his ailments.He had an ulcerated stomach.I think I see yet the dame interrogating him, a hand resting meanwhile on each knee as she did so. When she had diagnosed his disease to his satisfaction, she said, "My man, I can cure you;" and added, "Go home, get some carrots and grate them; eat all you can of them first thing every morning. Afterward, take this daily," handing him at same time a bottle of camomile of her own brewing, (I heard afterwards that this treatment effected a complete cure).Just then a poor woman came in.The dame said, "well, how is your mother keeping?""Wonderful! Wonderful!" replied the woman."She is still taking your tansy, but ma'am, can you give me something to heal her poor back?She is greatly troubled with bedsores.""I can tell you what to do," said the dame. "Put a pail of spring water under her bed, change the water daily, and she will have no more bedsores."I never heard if this treatment succeeded.The patient in question was over ninety years of age at that time, and was bedridden.In those days leeches were largely used for taking away impure blood.I have often seen them applied.How well I remember, as a child, gazing through a shop window in Hercules Street at bottles of these slimy creatures.The said shop was run by a woman, who did a large trade in this line.She was a poetess as well, for she displayed in her window poetry setting forth the merits of "the Leech."

The verse ran:--
"Here are leeches great and small
They'll take away bad blood from all,
Will the leech.
They'll whip a stye from off your eye,
And as for pimples, they'll make them fly --
Fourpence each."

"Blood-letting" was the order of the day then.Father was considered an expert in this particular line.Sick people came near and far to him to be lanced.I had always to leave the house while lancing was in operation.

I am a very old woman now, having been born on 7th January on the year of grace 1826, and the memory of that "blood-letting" sends a shudder through my old frame as it did in the hey-day of my youth.When I think of the anaemics who came for this drastic treatment it is both amusing and pathetic enough to make one laugh or cry.The wonder is that so many consumptives survived the ordeal.

Country people at that time had a great faith in charms.A sure and certain cure for measles was to pass the patient nine times under a donkey.I n order to make the charm work properly, however, bread had to be given to the donkey during the operation.

A woman who lived at Lambeg had a cure for rheumatism.Her method was to "boil the crook," and give boilings to her patients to drink.It was said that the boilings of the crook never failed to give relief to those afflicted with "the rheumatics."

Any woman whose maiden and married name were alike was said to possess the charm for whooping or chin cough.My mother's maiden name was Grey, and folk whose children had contracted whooping cough brought them to her for treatment.My mother would not disappoint these poor people, but humoured them by giving each of the children bread of her own baking (this was where the charm lay), and let their faith do the rest of the cure.

I remember one cold winter's night we were seated round the fire when a knock came to the door.On opening it, a woman named Brown and her four little children, poorly clad, stood on the threshold.All four children had whooping cough.They had travelled from Knockbracken.My mother brought them in and made them welcome.Father, who was present at the time, said to the poor mother -- "I declare, Mrs. Brown, I thought you had more sense than to believe in such 'tomfoolery.'"Mrs. Brown, ignoring his remark, said to my mother in a quiet manner -- "You'll do what you can for us all, Mrs. Grey."My mother seated the children around the fire, gave each of them a piece of her bread, and patted them on the shoulder in a reassuring way.I recollect hearing father say, after "the patients" had left -- "I declare, Katie, I'm thinking you're about as foolish as Mrs. Brown herself."

Next morning, while at breakfast, Mrs. Brown appeared at our door and asked for my mother, to whom she said -- "God bless you, Mrs. Grey; the cough broke on the childer at 12 o'clock last night!"

Father and mother indulged in a hearty fit of laughter when Mrs. Brown was well out of the way.

As a child, I remember having very severe toothache.I was on a visit at grandfather's in the Ards, at the time.Grandfather seeing me in such distress, sent his servant man on horseback to a woman's house some miles away for a charm for my toothache.Strange to say, when the servant was about half-way on his journey, the pain left me.However, after a breakneck gallop, he brought me the charm, with the injuction that I was not to let it fall to the ground, but to put it in my breast.Being a child, and with a child's inquisitiveness, I opened the packet on the sly, and found that it contained three little balls, evidently made with flour or butter.Wrapped around them was a slip of paper, on which was written words that I dare not set down here.I felt guilty after that episode, and after the lapse of eighty years I fell guilty still.

CATTLE CHARMING.

Cattle charming was in vogue then as well. Barney Rice was the best authority on cattle charming in the district; that is, he was able to cure cows that were said to be bewitched or elf-shot. It was a popular belief at that time that the fairies could, with their little bow and arrows, disable cattle.My brother, when coming home from town one evening, heard loud yells proceeding from a farmyard convenient to Newtownbreda.He was curious enough to investigate the cause of the commotion.On entering the yard he found Barney careering round a cow which was elf-shot, with a lighted turf in his hand.This was his method of finding out where the "elf-shot" was located.After going round the cow seven times, he shouted, " I have got it," and immediately laid the lighted turf on a certain spot of the cow's back with the result that the animal bolted.Barney had found "the spot"; the turf had done its work; the spell was broken.

Barney was a hermit, and lived in a little hut on the Saintfield Road.He wore the same suit of clothes for as many years as I can remember.They were a mass of patches -- so much so that no one could tell the original cloth.Barney broke his leg on one occasion, and was clever enough to set the bone himself.Afterwards he applied a poultice of black soap to bind the broken ligaments; and, right enough, this treatment performed a speedy cure.Barney maintained there was nothing in the world half so healing as black soap.The children teased him about this, and often wrote "black soap" on his back with chalk."Black soap" stared him in the face when he went to his dwelling; it was written on his door; on his gate -- everywhere about -- and he liked it not at all.

Barney was a stone-breaker by occupation.He sat on the roadside most of his life, hammering away, and anyone familiar with the Saintfield road in those days was familiar with Barney.

No one thought of passing him without having a "confab," long or short.Barney had a great deal to tell about fairies, and, as children, we thought nothing of making a detour of half-a-mile or so on our way from school to hear Barney relate all about the "little people."He told us one day that they sat on his shoulder while he was hammering the stones, but that they fled when they heard us coming.Next day we came quietly behind the hedge where Barney sat, to take the fairies by surprise -- so credulous are children.As we grew older he had other yarns to spin.

He told me a story once I have never forgotten.It is as old as the hills, and is known to every aged person in the district -- The case of Haddock and Tavern.It seemed that Haddock was a lawyer of a sort, and was riding on horseback one evening towards his home at Malone.He was thinking deeply at the time, for he was troubled.His brother had died some little time before, leaving two young children.The children had been well provided for, but, owing to the injustice of another, they lost their rightful possessions.The brother of the dead man was, as I have said, thinking about this matter as he rode along.All at once he became aware of a "presence" close to him.The "presence" said, "Go on with the lawsuit." The lawyer recognising the voice as that of his dead brother, replied, "I have no evidence to show.""Go on with the case," said the "presence," "evidence will be forthcoming," and the "presence" left him.The lawyer next day brought his suit before the court.After hearing all he had to say, the judge said, "produce your evidence."There was a dead silence for a few seconds.Then a wonderful thing happened.A loud knock was given to the table, beside where his honour sat.The court was electrified, and waited with intense interest for the verdict.There was a long pause.Then the judge said, "This is evidence enough."

To-day, anyone who will take the trouble can see for himself in Drumbeg churchyard a recumbent stone bearing the names of Haddock and Tavern.The stone is badly broken and has the appearance of great age.

VISIT OF QUEEN VICTORIA.

The great event in my early youth was the visit of Queen Victoria to our town in the late forties.What a day that was for "Old Belfast!"Flags flying, bands playing, military in their great coats dashing along!The grandeur of everything was simply over-powering and past my old mind to set down here.The royal visit gave food for talk for at least a quarter of a century.It was achronological date for country people.Births, deaths and marriages were located round that milestone; something happened the year before the Queen came, or the year after.

Belfast ladies were not pleased with the Queen, however, for she was said to have remarked that she had not seen a handsome woman north of the Boyne.

I was close beside her majesty as she passed into Linenhall -- so near as to be able to touch the fringe of her shawl.She was a pleasant looking little body, not handsome at all, but, as a countrywoman who was standing by said, "She was a Queen every inch of her."

Prince Consort, tall and stately, won the admiration of everyone, as he stood, hat in hand, bowing to us all.

How well the dear old Linenhall looked on that festive occasion! -- so gay with bright bunting and flowers.I remember there was a beautiful arch, composed of green flax, at the entrance gate.I love to think of the Linenhall; it was a dear old landmark.I recollect seeing a poem in a local paper at the time of its overthrow; it was entitled, "A Plea for the Linenhall."I quote from my copy.

"And so I'm out of fashion -- said to be old and worn,
And strangers shrug their shoulders and want me downward torn.
I'm grey, and so unsightly too! Fast moulding to decay --
Well, well! Perhaps Belfast is right -- and I have had my day.
Men thought me, in the olden time, a model of delight;
I was pointed out to visitors as a noble, worthy sight.
Alas! That generation's gone, and I am left alone,
Without one hand to shield me from being overthrown.
Belfast was not a city then, but just a dear old town,
And I was as its pivot -- that commerce went around.
I made the town a city, too -- I mean its staple trade:
Then woe to him who spurns me and wants me in the shade.
No tramcars then did grace our streets, for people once could walk
No trains kept shrieking loudly to give us all a shock.
No telegrams, no telephones, nor yet Westminster chimes --
O yes, dear me, 'tis sadly true. I'm far behind the times.
Well! well! Perhaps the world is right, 'tis true I'm getting sere;
But all the same I cannot help brushing away a tear.
Old buildings, like old friends, are often in the way:
Well, well, perhaps Belfast is right, and I have had my day."

Owing to ill-health, the result of an accident, I have been laid aside for a long number of years, but, strange to relate, within the past few months, I am able to be about again and I feel glad -- I want to see my old town once more!So, on bright mornings, with my staff in hand, and leaning on the arm of a friend I saunter forth to see "old landmarks."To-day, I pass through Donegall Place, once a residential part of the town.I remember the gentry and "well-to-do" merchants living there.It was called "The Flags" in my early days.

I wend my way to Montgomery's market.Alack-a-day, what changes.Yet the same old paviours are there, over which trod the generations I write about; the same sheds;- but, where are the smiling faces of the vendors, who sat at their doors surrounded with baskets of fruit?I miss old Mrs. Annesley and many others.I sally forth to William Street South.How often I bought fruit there from Kitty Curran! Poor Kitty! She was a general favourite. I pass down Ann Street.I remember when every shop was a dwelling-house there: in other words, shopkeepers lived over their places of business.It was a good old-fashioned custom, and a sensible one too.Church Lane as it is now is unknown to me.I saunter forth to Cromac Street, with its (once) barbers' poles.Alas! no landmarks there.I turn away; I am feeling tired; another day I shall go further afield.

Belfast has become a city of palatial buildings; it is a "New" Belfast; "New" people, new everything.I know ----------- old-fashioned notion, but ------------ give me "old times," "old ----------------- old town," in place of [paper was torn at this point]

 

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