Mexborough and Swinton Times December 14, 1918
Private G.E.Straw
Durham Light Infantry
Mrs Straw of 60 Albert Rd, Mexborough has received official news that her husband private Gordon Ernest Straw, was killed on November 7 by a sniper.
He was the eldest son of Mr and Mrs Ernest Straw, of Albert Road.
He was formerly in the service of the White Star Shipping Company. He joined the colours in May 1918.
Two brothers are serving. Private Harold Straw, who has been twice wounded and is now in hospital in Aberdeen, and Private Gerald Straw, who is in India.
Private G.E.Straw leaves a widow and one son.
From C.W.G.C.:
Private
STRAW, G E
Service Number 100997
Died 07/11/1918
Aged 26
15th Bn.
Durham Light Infantry
Son of Ernest and Annie Straw, of 605 Albert Rd., Mexborough, Rotherham; husband of L. A. Straw, of 3, Marshall Avenue, Balby, Doncaster.
DOURLERS COMMUNAL CEMETERY EXTENSION II. A. 16.