Red Jersey Appeal.
SIR DOUGLAS HAIG CONGRATU-
LATES THE RMY
In a letter written from the General Headquarters of the British Armies In.France on March 27, 1918, Sir Douglas Haig says: '-'J am glad; to have the opportunity of congratulating the Salvation Army on the service Its representatives have rendered during idle past year to British Armies in Frirce. Salvation Army workers have shown themselves of the right sort, and I value their presence here ais baling one of the best influences oil moral and spiritual welfare of the •troops at tthfe bases. Inestimable value these influences was 'realised when 'alie morale of the troops was afterwards put to the test. At the front huts which the Salvation Army has spiffed have, besides, been greatly appreciated. T fihall be glad if you will convey the thanks of all ranks of the British Expeditionary Force in France to The Salvation Army for its good work." The Army has sixty ambulance cars n France. Cheques and cash for tille Red Jersey appeal may be sent to H. C. Goffiin, Red Jersey officer, Levin,. No contribution is too small. All will be greatly appreciated and acknowledged by the following mail. "Gi'ive till it hurts" was a recent slogan. "Give till you feel th© glowing happiness of unselfishness" is <"iJhe Red Jersey appeal to-dav for the soldiers who are serving us all.
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Levin Daily Chronicle, 9 May 1918, Page 3
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228Red Jersey Appeal. Levin Daily Chronicle, 9 May 1918, Page 3
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