9th January 1916

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9th January 1916 Arthur is solicitous for Dollie’s health – her teeth are still being a problem; Dollie is still organising the gift of a cigarette case for Arthur; Arthur and his men are now down near Loos – having … Continued

7th January 1916

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7th January 1916 Arthur has been for a recce of their next post – another mining village, just behind the lines; a slow ride into a local town – for a hair cut and tinned supplies – in a dilapidated … Continued

6th January 1916

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6th January 1916 Letters from Dollie and a parcel from home; new billets in a miner’s colony at Corons (Les Brebis); Arthur is settled with a dear old couple who “cannot do enough for me” and for once has a … Continued

4th January 1916

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4th January 1916 After an early morning start Arthur is now back in reserve at Houchin and revelling in the arrival of the post from home – including a letter from sister Daisy and a food hamper from his employers … Continued

3rd January 1916

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3rd January 1916 A short letter from Arthur, who has hopes they will be relieved tonight – never to return to this section of the front: “This is a rotten bit of trench – opposite a place called St Elie, … Continued

1st January 1916

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1st January 1916 Arthur is very fed up – someone has taken his scarf – lovingly knitted by Dollie; but joy – he has four letters and parcels to thank her for – including some excellent muffins;   Arthur is … Continued

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