The Argus, 8th June 1917, transcribed by Kay Collins
Ringstead Soldier Killed in Action
Mr. and Mrs. George Sawford, of Ringstead, have received the sad news that their second son, Pte. W. Sawford, of the Royal West Kent Regiment, was killed in action on May 23rd. The corporal of his company writes: “It is with the utmost regret that I have the painful duty to perform of informing you of the death of your son on May 23rd. He was killed instantaneously by a shell, and suffered no pain whatever. Although he had only been with the regiment for a short time, he had made himself well liked by all his comrades by his willingness and devotion to duty, showing signs of becoming a non-commissioned officer very shortly. Both the platoon and myself wish to tender our sincere sympathy.”
Pte. Sawford went to France about six weeks ago. He was formerly in the employ of Messrs. Adams Bros., of Ringstead, and was very highly esteemed.
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Son of Mr. George and Mrs. Minnie Sawford
