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Aug 23rd. Was Medically Examined
by Dr Sutton P.M.O. and was
granted a Days half leave. Went
to Southport and Saw my old
Head Master (Rev. H.H. Dixon) & Said
Good-bye to the School.

Aug 24th. Came back from
Southport and started on the
Round to Say good-byes to Relations
Etc. At night went to Capt Hyde's
place and Received Hints in regard
to Active Service. Said good-bye to Girlie
and the others. Dezzy was away from
Home.

Aug 25th At Victoria Barracks.
Swearing men in.

Aug 26th. At Victoria Barracks.
Swearing in. Went along to
Lewis's for a while after tea and
was up late dealing with
Photos.