Just Another Pair Of Socks

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The Melton Express
9 October 1915, p. 2

A farewell social was tendered to some of the volunteers from the Melton district on Saturday evening, in the Mechanics' Institute. Wristlet watches were presented by Cr. T. Robinson (President of the Shire) to Sergeant Hede and Privates C. Moulsdale and Fredk. Coburn. Crs. Leake and Minns, Messrs. C. E. Barrie and J. H. Cunningham supported the. presentation. Dancing and music filled in the evening. Refreshments were provided by the ladies. Proceedings terminated by singing the National Anthem and Auld Lang Syne. Similar presentations are to be made to the other volunteers from the district as opportunity occurs; Private Albert Martin, who was- unable to attend, was given wristlet watch privately. Each watch bears the recipient's name, with the inscription
"From Melton Friends," and date. About 25 volunteers will participate in the presentations. A meeting .of the Organising Committee will be held in the Mechanics' Institute on this Saturday evening, 9th inst.

The Age
24 May 1917, p. 1
MARTIN. - Killed in action on the 13th April, Corporal Albert, the dearly, beloved son of Albert and the late Lizzie Martin, and loved brother of Ruth, Maud, Doris, Gordon and Johnnie, of Melton, aged 23 years Dearly loved and missed.
- Inserted by his father, sisters and brother.

The Bacchus Marsh Express
Saturday 18 August 1917, P 2
And
Melton Express
Saturday 18 August 1917, P 2
An impressive Memorial Service was held last Sunday morning in Christ Church, Melton, to commemorate three local soldiers recently killed in Action - Corporal A. Martin, Corporal F. Sahr, and Private R. Pratt. The Vicar (Rev. F. Stanley Love) preached to a large congregation, from Hebrews 12, verse 1, and drew a lesson from St. Paul's conception of the athletes in the ancient games, encouraging their comrades engaged in conflict. The heroes who have given their lives in the arena of this world contest look on from the vantage ground of a clearer vision, and a fuller knowledge, and the thought of their interest, although absent, should encourage those who are left in the struggle. At the close of the service, the congregation stood in silence, whilst the Dead March was played.

It is with much regret that we record the death of "Sonny" Martin, eldest son of Mr. Michael Martin, of Melton, who lost his life fighting for his King and Country. He was a quiet, unassuming lad, and respected by everyone. The flags in the town were flown at half-mast on Tuesday and Wednesday last, to show one last honor to him.

Melton Express
13 April, 1918, P. 2
MARTIN. — In loving memory of Corporal Albert (Sunny) Martin, killed in France on the 13th April, 1917, fighting for his King and Country.
Gone, but not forgotten.
- Inserted by his loving father, M. Martin, Melton, and his brother, Johnnie.

The Age
13 April 1918, p. 7
MARTIN. — In loving memory of Corporal Albert (Sunny) Martin, killed in France on the 13th April, 1917, fighting for his King and Country.
Gone, but not forgotten.
- Inserted by his loving father, M. Martin, Melton, and his brother, Johnnie.

MARTIN In loving memory of my dear brother, Albert, who was killed in action, France 13thApril 1917
- Inserted by his sorrowing sister, Maude, Tower Hotel, Ascot Vale.

MARTIN - In loving memory of my dear brother. Corporal Albert, killed in action, France, 13th April, 1917
No useless coffin enclosed his heart,
Nor in sheet or shroud they wound him;
But he lay like a warrior taking his rest.
With his military coat around him I cannot realise you're gone,
I still think you're fighting on;
But I know the grief I'll have to bear.
When your mates return and you're not there.
- Inserted by his loving sister, Doris, Carlton.

MARTIN - In sad and loving memory of our dear brother, Corporal Albert, who was killed in action on the 13th April, 1917.
Twelve months have passed, dear brother,
No more thy face we see,
But as long as life and memory last,
We will remember thee.
- Inserted by his loving sister and brother-in-law Ruth and Bob (on active service).

MARTIN. - To the memory of our dear young friend, Albert Martin. who was killed in France on the 13th April, 1917. R.IP.
Inserted by Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Hill, Tower Hotel, Ascot Vale.

The Age
14 April 1919, p. 1
MARTIN - In loving memory of my dear brother, Corporal Albert Martin. A.I.F who was killed in France 13th April, 1917 late of Melton, Victoria.
Inserted by his sorrowing sister, Maude Martin, Tower Hotel, Ascot Vale
MARTIN. - A tribute to the memory our brave young friend. Corporal Albert Martin. A.I.F who lost his life in France I3th April, 1917. R.I.P
- Inserted by Mr and Mrs H.C Hill. Tower Hotel, Ascot Vale