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Corpl. G. Boulger was wounded in action on September 11th and

returned to duty the same day. Deceased, who was 23 years of age

was employed on the Midland Railway, and was much respected

by all who knew him. He was well known in local football circles.

Another Melton Territorial, Pte. R. Bowett, was somewhat severely

wounded yesterday week in the leg and both arms with shrapnel,

and is now in hospital at Harrogate, Yorks. Pte. Bowett went out

with a draft from Luton three months ago. He formerly worked for

Mr. Eli Abbott, shoemaker, King-street, Melton.