Horace MARSHALL

30 July 1915

CRAVEN AND THE WAR

Private Horace Marshall, of the 1/6th (Duke of Wellington’s) West Riding Regiment (Skipton Territorials), was killed in action in France on the 15th inst. Before enlistment, Private Marshall was employed on a farm at Hetton, near Skipton, and his home was at Middlesmoor near Pateley Bridge. He was 24 years of age and went to the front in April last.

13 August 1915

CASUALTIES IN THE 6TH DUKE’S

The following casualties were reported from the base under date July 25th:–

Killed.–6th Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (Skipton).–Marshall, H., 3718.

Wounded.–6th Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (Skipton).–Bailey, J., 2930; Dawson, H., 2682; Dixon, T., 1447; Garwood, J.H., 2466; Robinson, C., 2104; Stell, L-Cpl. H., 2599; Wallwork, W., 2905.

Gassed.–6th Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (Skipton).–Garnett, W., 2043.

Practically the whole of these have been previously been noted in our columns. A possible exception is Private W. Wallwork, who formerly worked at the Belle View Mills of the English Sewing Cotton Company at Skipton, and was well known in local football circles.

13 August 1915

ANOTHER SKIPTON SOLDIER KILLED

One of the latest sacrifices that a Skipton household has been called to make has been brought to light by the sad news of the death of Pte. Norman Smith, son of Mr. John Smith, of 20, Greenfield Street, Skipton. An intimation of the young man's death was received by his parents at the end of last week. It stated:–

“My dear Mrs. Smith, – It is my painful duty to inform you that your son Norman was killed this morning by one of the enemy.

“Death was instantaneous, so the poor fellow had no suffering. At times like these, mere words fail to convey sympathy. I, and my platoon, feel for you in your hour of grief. We realise that we have lost a trusty comrade – a man who always did his duty – a fine type of British manhood. He has been laid to rest quite near Horace Marshall. Poor lad, his troubles are over, and yours is the burden.

“Believe me, in deepest sympathy, E. J. C. Supple.”

Enlisting in October 1914, the deceased soldier joined the ranks of the 6th Battalion Duke of Wellington's West Riding Regiment, and it was while he was fighting with that regiment that he gave his life. Pte Smith was but 26 years of age, and was single. His last letter was received on Friday, July 30th. The late soldier was a journeyman tailor employed by Mr. G. Leathley, of Otley Street, Skipton.

Two other brothers are also in the service of the country. One of them, Private John Wm. Lawson, of the 5th West Yorkshire Regiment, is a prisoner of war at Hostrup, in Germany. The other, Private Norris Gilbert Smith, is attached to the Royal Engineers at Borden, Hants. He is expecting to go to the Front shortly.

14 July 1916

MARSHALL - In loving memory of our dear Brother Horace, of the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment, who was killed in action somewhere in France, July 15, 1915, in his 24th year.

Sleep on dear Brother and take thy rest,
They miss you most who loved you best;
We often think of days gone by
When we were all together.
A shadow o’er our lives is cast,
A dear one gone for ever.

True to His King, His Country and His God.
From His loving Sisters Alice and Florence.

In memory of Private Horace Marshall, who was killed in action in France on July 15th, 1915; also his comrade, Private Rhodes Spence, who died of wounds received in action on July 17th, 1915, both of the 1/6th Duke of Wellington’s Regiment.

They were comrades in life,
In death not divided.

From their friends at Hetton, July 14, 1916.

13 July 1917

MARSHALL - In proud and loving remembrance of our dearly loved and only brother, Horace, who died on the Field of Honour, July 15th 1915, in his 24th year. Also his dear chum, Private Rhodes Spence, died from wounds, July 17th 1915.

A dear kind brother, a loving friend,
Two of the best that God could lend;
They bravely answered Duty’s call,
They gave their lives for those they loved.

The blow was hard, the shock severe,
To part with one we loved so dear;
Our lot is hard, we’ll not complain,
But hope in Heaven we shall meet again.

From his dear sisters, Polly, Alice, Florence.

12 July 1918

SPENCE – In loving remembrance of a dear son and brother, Rhodes Spence, who died from wounds, 17th July, 1915, also of his pal, Horace Marshall.

They loved not war; but at their country’s call
They made the grand surrender, leaving all —
Friends, plans, ambitions, all the hope of years.
Their willing hands will toil no more.

On earth there is strife, in Heaven there is rest.
They miss you most who loved you best.

From the Family and Walter in France. 77 Aire View, Silsden.

12 July 1918

MARSHALL – To the proud memory of my dear brother, Private Horace Marshall, who fell in action July 15th, 1915, in his 24th year; laid to rest near Ypres.

Years may pass away, darling brother,
But your face will never fade;
For I love you just as dearly
Though you’re in a hero’s grave.

Sadly missed by his loving sister, Alice.

11 July 1919

MARSHALL – In loving memory of my dear brother, Private Horace Marshall, 1/6th Duke of Wellington’s, who was killed in action, July 15th, 1915.

Time has passed on, dear brother,
Loving memories still remain;
Hours of joy we have spent together,
Hours we cannot share again.
You left behind some aching hearts
That never could or will forget.

From Florrie and Jack, Newmillerdam.

Also of his dear friend Private Rhodes Spence, who died of wounds 17th July.

“War’s bitter cost and a dear son lost.”

MARSHALL – In ever loving memory of my dearest brother, Private Horace Marshall, 1/6th Duke of Wellington’s, who was killed in action, July 15th, 1915, aged 24 years.

Memories.

Very dearly loved and sadly missed by his loving sister Alice.

Also in loving memory of his dear chum, Private Rhodes Spence, who died of wounds July 17th, 1915.

They sleep with England’s heroes
In the watchful care of God.

16 July 1920

MARSHALL – In proud memory of my dear brother, Pte. Horace Marshall, killed in action July 13th, 1915.

“Not just now, but every day, dearest brother, I think of you” – Dearly loved.

Sister Alice.

15 July 1921

MARSHALL – In loving memory of my dearest brother, Pte. Horace Marshall, killed in action, July 13th, 1915.

“Loved too dearly ever to be forgotten.”

Sister Alice.