Mexborough and Swinton Times, July 1916
Private W. Ramsey
(York & Lancs)
Private W. Ramsey, Cromwell Road, died of wounds on July 7th. A letter from te hospital in which he died states that everything possible was done for him.
A memorial service is to be held at the Salvation Army Barracks, Mexborough on Sunday.
A brother of Private Ramnsey was reported dead a few weeks ago, after being a long time missing. Another brother is n hospital wounded.
From C.W.G.C.:
Service No:23235
Date of Death:15/07/1916
Age:19
Regiment/Service:York and Lancaster Regiment 9th Bn.
Grave Reference:VIII. D. 121.
Cemetery:BOULOGNE EASTERN CEMETERY
Additional Information:
Son of Joe and Ellen Ramsey, of 25, Cromwell Rd., Mexborough, Rotherham.
Was a drummer in Salvation Army Corps Band.