Item 03: Thomas Alcock war narrative, 1917-February 1919 - Page 49

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I had a brother at Codford in Wiltshire so decided I would take a run down and see him. Codford is a matter of 70 miles from London.

During the time I was in England the Railway fares were increased 50% this journey cost me 24/-. As the train was in the station I didn't have any time to waste I paid and intended to get a refund later on

Stopped with my brother till next day and caught the train to London eventually reaching the Aldwych Street. There I had tea and booked for the night.

Next day I took a trip to Wandsworth and visited there a Mrs. Thompson who had had a

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