Mercer papers, 9 December 1917-19 June 1919 / Harold Mercer - Page 127

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behind but I elected to march with the boys. My pack was put in the ration cart. We got away about 8.30 and reached the Battalion after midnight.
'June 4th
Sick as a dog after the march, Doctor offered to send me to hospital, but I am trying to hang on. Doctor suspects influenza. My bones are aching. Today (5th) doctor wanted to send me to hospital; and when I objected gave me "medicine & duty"! But Wilkinson told me to stay off parade & rest.

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