Another Brinsley soldier to make the supreme sacrifice is Pte. Arthur Hatton, of New Brinsley, a brave young fellow, who after two unsuccessful attempts on account of his age, succeeded in getting into the Army in June, 1916, he then being only 17 years old.  Three months later, in Sept., he was home on final leave, and the same month was drafted to France, where he had participated in some of the severest fighting, and in his last letter home in November was eagerly looking forward to a well-earned leave.  His death, however, occurred on December 3^rd, the sad news being conveyed to his parents in the following letter from his lieutenant:-

      “I am very sorry indeed to write you the sad news of the death of Pte. A. Hatton, who was killed in action on Dec. 3^rd, 1917.  He was very popular in the platoon, and we all feel his loss very greatly.  It may be some consolation to you to know that he was killed instantaneously, and therefore suffered no pain.  He was buried by his comrades near where he was killed, and I also was present and saw a cross erected over his grave.  By his death I lose a valuable and plucky soldier.”

      Deceased was a popular and well-known figure in the Brinsley district.  He worked at Pollington Colliery, and was an active member of the Brinsley Comic Band, and amongst many and sincere messages of sympathy forwarded the bereaved parents are letters of condolence from the secretary of the band on behalf of the members and from the men of Pollington Branch of the Notts. Miners’ Union.