Mexborough and Swinton Times September 22, 1917
Private Charles Francis
York and Lancaster Regiment
Private Charles Francis, son of Mr and Mrs George Francis of Dearne villas, has been missing since early in June.
He joined the army in September 1914, and has served on 3 fronts with the York and Lancaster Regiment, and his number is 17780.
Any information regarding him will be thankfully received by his parents at Dearne Villas, Great Houghton
From C.W.G.C.:
Private
FRANCIS, CHARLES
Service Number 17780
Died 05/06/1917
Aged 22
9th Bn.
York and Lancaster Regiment
Son of George Henry and Laura Francis, of 2, Main Rd., Great Houghton, Barnsley.
Ypres, Menin Gate