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DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandeph.2
title: Photograph of Thomas N. F. Hourston in Great War Uniform

description: Editor's Comment:
Photograph of Thomas Hourston in Parade uniform of a Second Lieutenant of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders (Sporrans etc. were not worn in the field). Note the Sgian Dubh in the right Hose and Glengarry Bonnet. 

Captain Thomas Nicol Folster Hourston, 10th Bn. Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders (9th (Scottish) and later 32nd Division) served as Adjutant of his battalion from 16th February 1918. He began his war as a Private, service no. 2796 in the London Regiment, and was comissioned 5th August 1916. Originally from Orkney. His Military Cross Citations are as follows:

Supplement to the London Gazette, 26th July 1917:
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He took command of his company during the advance and handled it with great coolness and ability. Although wounded he continued to command for 48 hours.'

Supplement to the London Gazette, 10th December 1919:
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at Joucourt and Chataigries Wood from 29th September to 5th October, 1918. During a determined counter-attack by the enemy, when the situation was very obscure, he went up on his own initiative and organised two companies in defensive positions, completely restoring the situation at a critical time. He was of great assistance to his C.O. through five very difficult and tryirig days.'
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandfwt.2
title: Post card from John Lynn to his mother (3)

description: John was born in 1892. He was Sarah's 2nd son. He went to Lincoln to enlist - presumably in the Sherwood Foresters like his brother Fred, but I'm not certain.
John wrote "Dear Mother Arrived here at 2 o'clock yesterday quiet(sic) safe I am getting on very well hope you are getting on alright With Best Love Your Son John.

This is the only card from John, and there are no photos of him in Sarah's album. He apparently died in the flu pandemic in 1918, but I don't know what happened in between!
He is mentioned in other correspondence (from his sister to his mother), and he gave his sister Lizzie away when she got married in June 1917.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandhb7.2
title: Letter: To Marion Scott.

description: Describes the beauty of the current landscape / the hard life of a soldier / discusses the current reputation of the 'Daily Mail / mentions a 'charming' letter from Mrs Harvey letting Ivor Gurney know that his friend and fellow poet F W Harvey is receiving parcels at the prisoner of war camp / possibility of leave / describes the grave of Corporal Richard Rhodes, who was buried by the Germans, and whose grave Gurney was most impressed with / confirms that 'The Song of Pain and Beauty' is alright as it is.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandit4.2
title: Newspaper article about the death of Skipper James Cullen

description: Cutting from a newspaper reporting the death of Skipper James Cullen at the age of 77. The article details some of his exploits in command of a trawler during the First World War, plus some of the decorations he received for his service, and also says that he lost several sons and a son-in-law during the war. Part of a collection relating to James Cullen.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandmfj.2
title: Phyllis Haviland Sketchbook (23)

description: Phyllis Haviland worked as a nurse throughout the Great War.  The attached images are the pages of her autograph book, in which she allowed wounded soldiers to draw sketches and write poetry.  I believe she is the nurse photographed with her patients in images 02 and 03.  04 relates to her family, and 05 has photographs of soldiers orphans.  The rest of the book contains sketches and poetry.

While most of the content seems to relate to the time when she worked at St Marks Hospital in Chelsea, London, she may have moved to a hospital in St Albans later in the War.  One or two of the later notes may have been made there.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandsul.2
title: Notebook concerning Gun Laying kept by Charles or William Hourston

description: Editor's Comment:
Notes kept from an instruction course concerning the training of recruits in gun laying (the skill of laying a gun for line and elevation). Written by Charles or William Hourston, both appointed 'Layer' in the Royal Garrison Artillery.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandwm2.2
title: Letter: To Marion Scott.

description: Describes the beauty of the current landscape / the hard life of a soldier / discusses the current reputation of the 'Daily Mail / mentions a 'charming' letter from Mrs Harvey letting Ivor Gurney know that his friend and fellow poet F W Harvey is receiving parcels at the prisoner of war camp / possibility of leave / describes the grave of Corporal Richard Rhodes, who was buried by the Germans, and whose grave Gurney was most impressed with / confirms that 'The Song of Pain and Beauty' is alright as it is.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianj5wg.2
title: Post card from Robert Lynn to his mother (1)

description: Robert was Sarah's oldest son, born in 1889. Robert did not become a soldier - I don't know if he was unfit, or whether it was because he was now the head of the household (his father died in 1915), or because he was a farmer. He went to Lincoln, presumably with his brothers. He wrote
"Dear Mother arrived to Lincoln at Hafpast one and are getting on alright hoping you are the same with Love from Robert.

Robert survived the war, and died in 1954. He was my Grandfather.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianj8pj.2
title: Photograph of three soldiers from the Great War, middle one is Charles Hourston

description: Editor's Comment:
Three NCOs of the Royal Artillery. The 'L' in wreath worn by two signifies the appointment of 'Layer' - a man who could 'lay' a gun for line and elevation. 

Corporal (later sergeant) 368247 Charles Hourston, Royal Garrison Artillery.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianj9fd.2
title: Phyllis Haviland Sketchbook (24)

description: Phyllis Haviland worked as a nurse throughout the Great War.  The attached images are the pages of her autograph book, in which she allowed wounded soldiers to draw sketches and write poetry.  I believe she is the nurse photographed with her patients in images 02 and 03.  04 relates to her family, and 05 has photographs of soldiers orphans.  The rest of the book contains sketches and poetry.

While most of the content seems to relate to the time when she worked at St Marks Hospital in Chelsea, London, she may have moved to a hospital in St Albans later in the War.  One or two of the later notes may have been made there.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjkbs.2
title: Letter: To Marion Scott.

description: Envelope containing letter.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjnuo.2
title: Photograph of Charles Hourston

description: Editor's Comment:
Corporal (later Sergeant) 368247 Charles Hourston, Royal Garrison Artillery.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianjztu.2
title: Cuttings relating to Skipper James Cullen

description: A short newspaper cutting reporting the death of Captain James Cullen, a Hull trawler skipper, at the age of 77, with brief details of some of his achievements during the war, accompanied by a longer cutting dating from just after the end of the First World War, giving fuller details. While commanding the trawler Ben Lawes, Cullen was responsible for sinking two German submarines. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross with Bar, and a number of other decorations. Part of a collection relating to James Cullen.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianl3q.2
title: Letter: To Marion Scott.

description: Mentions recent letters / current delays to the mail / finding a good billet / connection to fellow soldiers / notes that 'In Flanders' was not written in the trenches but at Crucifix Corner / includes a stanza to be added to 'England the Mother' / describes the bareness of the landscape / receiving a 'charming' letter from his friend and fellow poet F W Harvey's mother about his condition in a prisoner of war camp / discusses a recent parcel from Marion Scott / thanks Mr Scott for reading his verses and wishes that they could discuss Russia.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianq52.2
title: Photograph of group from the Eifel Company

description: Heimbach is about 12 miles due south of Duren, near the Rurstansee. Sixth from the left is Thomas N. F. Hourston.

Editor's Comment:
Captain Thomas Nicol Folster Hourston, 10th Bn. Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders (9th (Scottish) and later 32nd Division) served as Adjutant of his battalion from 16th February 1918. He began his war as a Private, service no. 2796 in the London Regiment, and was comissioned 5th August 1916. Originally from Orkney. His Military Cross Citations are as follows:

Supplement to the London Gazette, 26th July 1917:
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He took command of his company during the advance and handled it with great coolness and ability. Although wounded he continued to command for 48 hours.'

Supplement to the London Gazette, 10th December 1919:
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at Joucourt and Chataigries Wood from 29th September to 5th October, 1918. During a determined counter-attack by the enemy, when the situation was very obscure, he went up on his own initiative and organised two companies in defensive positions, completely restoring the situation at a critical time. He was of great assistance to his C.O. through five very difficult and tryirig days.'
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianr8ya.2
title: Aerogramme letter with information about Private Walter Goodwill (1)

description: An aerogramme letter from Robi Wilcock of Suva, the Fiji Islands to Mr. G. W. Gadie in Hull, responding to a query about Private Walter Goodwill. The letter describes his association with the Freemasons, and also notes that he was killed in action in France on 3rd September 1916. Part of a collection relating to Walter Goodwill.

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DOI: 10.5287/bodleianrdtu.2
title: Phyllis Haviland Sketchbook (26)

description: Phyllis Haviland worked as a nurse throughout the Great War.  The attached images are the pages of her autograph book, in which she allowed wounded soldiers to draw sketches and write poetry.  I believe she is the nurse photographed with her patients in images 02 and 03.  04 relates to her family, and 05 has photographs of soldiers orphans.  The rest of the book contains sketches and poetry.

While most of the content seems to relate to the time when she worked at St Marks Hospital in Chelsea, London, she may have moved to a hospital in St Albans later in the War.  One or two of the later notes may have been made there.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian269o.2
title: Sarah (nee Lynn) and Edward Wilson

description: Sarah was the 2nd daughter, and named after her mother. She wrote many post cards to her mother when her new husband was serving in the army. Edward (Ted) survived the war and returned safely home.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian29b6.2
title: Medals awarded to Sergeant Archibold George Fielder (1)

description: Four medals awarded to Archibold George Fielder. From left to right, the medals are the Queen's South Africa Medal, awarded for service in the Boer War 1899-1902, when he was a private (Service Number 4326) with the 2nd Worcester Regiment, and then the 1914-15 Star, the British War Medal, and the Victory Medal, which were awarded for service during the First World War as a sergeant (Service Number 11-790) with the East Yorkshire Regiment. Part of a collection relating to Thomas Mahoney and Archibold George Fielder.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian29vm.2
title: Till the boys Come home (2)

description: Postcard 2 in a set of 3
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian2bqi.2
title: Letter: To Marion Scott.

description: Reports on receiving various letters and Leo Tolstoy's 'Cossacks' / expresses regret about Marion Scott's recurring illness / reports that he has been declared fit for duty / missing 'Church Parade' / receiving a 'Poetry Review' and a 'Times Literary Supplement' / discusses a performance by the Carnegie Quartet / wonders about the progress of Scott's book / mentions 'The Shropshire Lad' / Robert Bridges / Lascelles Abercrombie in the 'Poetry Review' / discusses reaction to the death of Edward Thomas / 'Cossacks' and Tolstoy as a writer / thinks that the 'Poetry Review' may start him writing verses again.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian2fku.2
title: Letter: To Marion Scott.

description: Describes being wounded - but 'not badly enough' - in an attack on Good Friday (6 April 1917) / not sure exactly where he will be / informs Marion Scott that his friend and fellow poet F W Harvey is receiving all of his parcels in a prisoner of war camp / the weather / John Masefield's 'By the Bierside' / lack of money to by books, and hence a requests' list.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian2hq7.2
title: Letter from Captain Charles S. Smith describing a torpedo attack (4)

description: Editor's Comment:
Letter recounting a U-Boat attack on a ship heading for Arkhangel.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian2jnj.2
title: Phyllis Haviland Sketchbook (28)

description: Phyllis Haviland worked as a nurse throughout the Great War.  The attached images are the pages of her autograph book, in which she allowed wounded soldiers to draw sketches and write poetry.  I believe she is the nurse photographed with her patients in images 02 and 03.  04 relates to her family, and 05 has photographs of soldiers orphans.  The rest of the book contains sketches and poetry.

While most of the content seems to relate to the time when she worked at St Marks Hospital in Chelsea, London, she may have moved to a hospital in St Albans later in the War.  One or two of the later notes may have been made there.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian2oe2.2
title: Letter sent by Driver W. H. Simpson to his sister (2)

description: Letter sent by Driver W. H. Simpson of the ASC to his sister Ethel describing his recent activities, including going to see the aeroplane schools at Farnborough. The letter is written on YMCA headed notepaper. Part of a collection relating to W. H. Simpson and William Figg.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian2v4o.2
title: Phyllis Haviland Sketchbook (32)

description: Phyllis Haviland worked as a nurse throughout the Great War.  The attached images are the pages of her autograph book, in which she allowed wounded soldiers to draw sketches and write poetry.  I believe she is the nurse photographed with her patients in images 02 and 03.  04 relates to her family, and 05 has photographs of soldiers orphans.  The rest of the book contains sketches and poetry.

While most of the content seems to relate to the time when she worked at St Marks Hospital in Chelsea, London, she may have moved to a hospital in St Albans later in the War.  One or two of the later notes may have been made there.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian685c.2
title: Photograph of Empire Day Certificate

description: Awarded to Gertrude Jones for help during first world war
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian68ri.2
title: Copy of a letter sent to Sergeant Archibold George fielder by his daughter

description: Modern handwritten copy of a letter sent to Sergeant Archibold George Fielder by his daughter Alice, saying she is pleased that he has arrived safely in "Dear Old England", and hoping he will be able to find them a room for the weekend (presumably so they can visit him). Part of a collection relating to Thomas Mahoney and Archibold George Fielder.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6h7m.2
title: Photograph of Thomas Hourston

description: Thomas Hourston came from Orkney.

Editor's Comment:
Photograph of Thomas Hourston in Service Dress. Note that tartan breeches are worn rather than the kilt. The jacket survives and is submitted seperately.

Captain Thomas Nicol Folster Hourston, 10th Bn. Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders (9th (Scottish) and later 32nd Division) served as Adjutant of his battalion from 16th February 1918. He began his war as a Private, service no. 2796 in the London Regiment, and was comissioned 5th August 1916. Originally from Orkney. His Military Cross Citations are as follows:

Supplement to the London Gazette, 26th July 1917:
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He took command of his company during the advance and handled it with great coolness and ability. Although wounded he continued to command for 48 hours.'

Supplement to the London Gazette, 10th December 1919:
'For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty at Joucourt and Chataigries Wood from 29th September to 5th October, 1918. During a determined counter-attack by the enemy, when the situation was very obscure, he went up on his own initiative and organised two companies in defensive positions,
completely restoring the situation at a critical time. He was of great assistance to his C.O. through five very difficult and tryirig days.'
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6i9r.2
title: Letter: To Marion Scott.

description: Reports on receiving various letters and Leo Tolstoy's 'Cossacks' / expresses regret about Marion Scott's recurring illness / reports that he has been declared fit for duty / missing 'Church Parade' / receiving a 'Poetry Review' and a 'Times Literary Supplement' / discusses a performance by the Carnegie Quartet / wonders about the progress of Scott's book / mentions 'The Shropshire Lad' / Robert Bridges / Lascelles Abercrombie in the 'Poetry Review' / discusses reaction to the death of Edward Thomas / 'Cossacks' and Tolstoy as a writer / thinks that the 'Poetry Review' may start him writing verses again.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6l8t.2
title: Items related to Henry James Mercer, member of Army Cyclist Corps (2)

description: My Father was in a little-known regiment, the Army Cyclist Corps.   I am sending some photographs and other memorabilia.   A few more items will be sent later.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6lsd.2
title: Till the Boys Come Home (1)

description: This is Number 1 in a set of 3
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6q3.2
title: Letter from Captain Charles S. Smith describing a torpedo attack (1)

description: Editor's Comment:
Letter recounting a U-Boat attack on a ship heading for Arkhangel.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6tcn.2
title: Photograph of the grave of W. H. Simpson

description: Photograph of the grave of W. H. Simpson (Service Number T3/026837), who served with the ASC. He was killed on 27th August 1917, and buried in the Salonika (Lembet Road) Military Cemetery. Part of a collection relating to W. H. Simpson and William Figg.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian6wib.2
title: Letter from Captain Charles S. Smith describing a torpedo attack (2)

description: Editor's Comment:
Letter recounting a U-Boat attack on a ship heading for Arkhangel.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian858v.2
title: Items related to Henry James Mercer, member of Army Cyclist Corps (1)

description: My Father was in a little-known regiment, the Army Cyclist Corps.   I am sending some photographs and other memorabilia.   A few more items will be sent later.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8cis.2
title: Photograph of an aircraftsman called John

description: Editor's Comment:
Unidentified aircraftsman in the Plastron fronted ('Maternity') jacket of the Royal Flying Corps, with Royal Flying Corps embroidered shoulder titles. The hat, however, is a 1918 pattern Royal Air Force cap. In the early years of the Royal Air Force, such a mixture of old and new uniform was not uncommon.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8eae.2
title: Post Card

description: The caption reads
"From One of the Boys in Khaki at Usworth.
In Khaki dessed
We'll hunt the Hun
And show him the Colour
that does not run.

The 4 pictures are labelled
Boxing          Hungry
Trenching       Parade
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8erb.2
title: Medals awarded to Sergeant Archibold George Fielder (2)

description: Four medals awarded to Archibold George Fielder. From left to right, the medals are the Queen's South Africa Medal, awarded for service in the Boer War 1899-1902, when he was a private (Service Number 4326) with the 2nd Worcester Regiment, and then the 1914-15 Star, the British War Medal, and the Victory Medal, which were awarded for service during the First World War as a sergeant (Service Number 11-790) with the East Yorkshire Regiment. Part of a collection relating to Thomas Mahoney and Archibold George Fielder.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8nh.2
title: Phyllis Haviland Sketchbook (27)

description: Phyllis Haviland worked as a nurse throughout the Great War.  The attached images are the pages of her autograph book, in which she allowed wounded soldiers to draw sketches and write poetry.  I believe she is the nurse photographed with her patients in images 02 and 03.  04 relates to her family, and 05 has photographs of soldiers orphans.  The rest of the book contains sketches and poetry.

While most of the content seems to relate to the time when she worked at St Marks Hospital in Chelsea, London, she may have moved to a hospital in St Albans later in the War.  One or two of the later notes may have been made there.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8pcc.2
title: Photograph of soldier with two horses

description: Photograph of a soldier, probably W. H. Simpson of the ASC, with two horses. Part of a collection relating to W. H. Simpson and William Figg.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleian8x9k.2
title: Letter: To Marion Scott.

description: Envelope containing letter.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiand1lm.2
title: Embroidered postcard sent to Miss E. Simpson (1)

description: Embroidered postcard bearing the cap badge of the Royal Artillery, several Union Flags, and the dates "1914 15 1916". It is addressed to a Miss E. Simpson at an address in Bridlington, and the message begins "Dear Sister, Whatever you do never let it leave your hands". Part of a collection relating to W. H. Simpson and William Figg.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiand1qs.2
title: Photograph of Dr. Robert John Helsby

description: My grandfather Dr. Robert John Helsby joined the 20th Battalion (4th Salford Pals) Lancashire Fusiliers and served as their medical officer. He was awarded the Croix de Guerre while serving with the Battalion after an action at Poelcappelle in January 1918, and the Military Cross while serving with the Royal Artillery in July 1918.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandajf.2
title: Photograph of William Hourston

description: William Hourston came from Beaquoy in Orkney.

Editor's Comment:
Photograph of Willaim Hourston in uniform of a corporal. Note the two Overseas Service Chevrons on lower right sleeve, indicating two years spent abroad. The 'L' in wreath siginifies a 'Layers' appointment - someone qualified in laying a gun for line and elevation.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandb6a.2
title: Letter from Captain Charles S. Smith describing a torpedo attack (3)

description: Editor's Comment:
Letter recounting a U-Boat attack on a ship heading for Arkhangel.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleianddet.2
title: Letter: To Marion Scott.

description: Reports that Ivor Gurney is settled into hospital / wondering about the weather and Marion Scott's health / informs Scott that there is no chance of being sent home to 'Blighty' / good to be with a 'crowd of men' even if they are 'admittedly ill-used' / thanks Scott for writing to friends on his behalf / discusses victory at Arras / the Carnegie Quartet and the London Symphony / wonders how H.N. Howells is getting on.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandifz.2
title: Phyllis Haviland Sketchbook (29)

description: Phyllis Haviland worked as a nurse throughout the Great War.  The attached images are the pages of her autograph book, in which she allowed wounded soldiers to draw sketches and write poetry.  I believe she is the nurse photographed with her patients in images 02 and 03.  04 relates to her family, and 05 has photographs of soldiers orphans.  The rest of the book contains sketches and poetry.

While most of the content seems to relate to the time when she worked at St Marks Hospital in Chelsea, London, she may have moved to a hospital in St Albans later in the War.  One or two of the later notes may have been made there.
DOI: 10.5287/bodleiandqev.2
title: Photograph of Lizzie (nee Lynn) and William Hatter

description: Lizzie was Sarah's oldest child, born 1887. She married William Hatter in June 1917. He was Pnr W Hatter in the Royal Engineers.

This was the 3rd of Sarah's daughters to marry during the Great war, so Sarah had 3 sons and 3 sons in law all serving in the army!
(These last 3 submissions all go together)