Item 01: Arthur Newling diary, 7 April-24 September 1917 - Page 105

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<p>[Page 105]</p><p>Thursday, 20 September 1917<br />In morning went on to usual drill. In afternoon went through our gunnery tests but am afraid it was not too well done as a whole. Our detachment however only had one error. In evening went to bed at 8.30. Did no writing which was exceptional.</p><p>Friday, 21 September 1917<br />In morning went through a series of barrage fire. At 2 o&#39;clock were officially warned that we were on draft. Went through a dental inspection. Sent a cable to Mother for her birthday, 25th. Wrote in evening.</p>

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