Mexborough and Swinton Times April 21, 1917

Private John Brown, 74 Frederick St, Mexborough, who was reported missing after first of July 1916, is now official reported to be killed.

He enlisted at the age of 16, and prior to war was an employee at Manvers Main.

He was killed in the Battle of the Somme.

A memorial service was held in St Michael’s church on Sunday morning, when the Rev Middleton preached an appropriate sermon. The service was attended by the relatives and friends of the deceased.