PERSONAL.
Trooper Clarence John Hall (son of Mr J. Hall, Balclutha) is reported missing at the Dardanelles from August 21, and Private E. H. Thompson (son of Mr D. Thompson, Table Hill, Milton) is reported as missing from September 27. -Clutha Leader, 26/10/1915.
Trooper Clarence John Hall (missing at the Dardanelles, August 21) is the youngest son of Mr John Hall, farmer, Balclutha. He was born at Riversdale, and is in his twenty-first year. He was educated at Riversdale and Balclutha. On leaving school he worked on his father’s farm until the time he enlisted. He was a member of the Third Reinforcements. -Otago Witness, 10/11/1915.
As a result of a court of inquiry, Trooper Clarence John Hall, of Balclutha, who was previously reported missing, is now officially reported as killed in action. Trooper Hall, who was just approaching his 2lst year, was the youngest son of Mr J. Hall, farmer, Riverside. He enlisted with the Third Reinforcements. Some time ago Mr Hall was notified that his son was reported as missing as from August 21. Since leaving school deceased worked on his father's farm till he answered the call for men. -Clutha Leader, 25/1/1916.
IN MEMORIAM
HALL. — In loving memory of Clarence John Hall, who was killed while in action at Gallipoli on August 21, 1915, dearly loved youngest son of John Hall, Balclutha.
— Inserted by his parents, brothers, and sisters. -Otago Witness, 23/8/1916.
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