Private Thomas H. Allan (killed) went out with the Otago Infantry, 12th Reinforcements. In the course of the action on the Somme on October 1st, Private Allan was one of a party of 130 New Zealanders who were sent to take a German trench. They got into a very hot corner, from which only eight came back. Private Allan was reported missing, but has now been reported killed in action. He was 25 years of age, born at Pembroke, Lake Wanaka, where his parents still reside, and he went to school there. He was at one time a member of the Dunedin Engineering Corps. His sister, Mrs Golding, resides at 134 Hazeldean road, Addington. -Press, 25/1/1917.
IN MEMORIAM.
ALLAN. — In loving memory of Private Thomas Henry Allan, who was killed while in action at the Battle of the Somme on October 1, 1916.
Somewhere in France he is laid to rest, His life’s work truly done;
’Twas a sacrifice for liberty, Ere life had scarce begun.
— Inserted by his loving mother, father, brothers, and sisters.
ALLAN. — In loving memory of Private Thomas Henry Allan, who was killed while in action on October 1, 1916, dearly loved son of Wm. Barr and Mary Allan, of Pembroke, Lake Wanaka; aged 25 years.
We know not what he suffered, His last word, look, or thought.
Only that he did his duty, died as bravely as he fought. -Otago Witness, 3/10/1917.
FOR THE EMPIRE’S CAUSE.
IN MEMORIAM.
ALLAN. — In loving memory of Private Thomas Henry Allan, second son of Mary and the late William Allan, of Pembroke, killed in action on October 1, 1916.
In the old home you are fondly remembered, Sweet memories cling round your name.
The hearts that held you in deepest affection, Still hold you in death just the same.
— Inserted by his loving mother, sisters, and brothers. -Otago Daily Times, 1/10/1925.
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