From the News

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Huntingdon Notes
Capt. John Flynn, son of John Flynn of Boyd Settlement has returned from France. He enlisted as a private in the Forestry Battalion at B.C., gaining his promotion on the field. On one occasion he and his section gave an exhibition of their work before the King. He was recommended for the Military Cross for service at Vimy ridge.

Pt. James Hodges, who formerly worked with John Ferns and John Elliott of Godmanchester, returned on Monday from over-seas. He was with the 148th and 42nd Battalions.

Sgt. Patrick James Devaney, who used to work with John Cosgrave, Godmanchester, turned up here on Wednesday, relating quite an experience. He had enlisted in Paso, Texas in 1912 serving there in the U.S. army for 3 years. When the U.S. contingent went to France he was with the 3rd division landing at Brest. Paddy took part in all the big American fights and twice was sent to the hospital wounded. He wears the Croix de Guerre, Distinguished American Cross, Sharp Shooter Badge, and medal of honorable discharge. In his pocket Paddy carries an Iron Cross, a silver one which speaks for itself. He is proud to be a Canadian.

Ormstown Notes
James Graham, George Jobin, Ross Bryson and J. Ross McGerrigle, four of our Soldier boys, returned home during the past week, all four having been in hard service in France.

Covey Hill Notes
William J. Manner has returned home after three years over seas. He was at Ryhl when the riots took place. He came over on the Celtic and was met by Mrs. Manner in Montreal.