Mexborough and Swinton Times May 18, 1918

Pte. Harold Smith.
King’s Own Yorkshire Light Infantry

Mrs. Severn, 40 Church Street Mexborough has been notified of the death in action of her brother, Pte. Harold Smith (K.O.Y.L.I.), 12, Queen street, Thorne, on March 27.

He was single, aged 25, and well-known in Mexborough.

Before enlistment he was employed on the G.C. Railway.

From C.W.G.C.:

Private
SMITH, HAROLD
Service Number 241878
Died 27/03/1918
2nd/4th Bn.
King’s Own Yorkshire Light Infantry