'This Non commissioned officer has performed conspicuous good work since the arrival of his Battalion in France last April. During the time his Battalion was at the Somme, especially between 13th September and 3rd October, he led his platoon in a most capable manner. He has at all times shown great devotion to duty and marked ability as a leader of men.'
Source: London Gazette
Date: 4 January 1917

Regimental number	25/616
Occupation	Farmer
Next of kin	Father, J Day, East Gore, Southland
Rank on embarkation	Corporal
Unit name	New Zealand Expeditionary Force, New Zealand Rifle Brigade, 3rd Battalion, D Company
Embarkation details	Unit embarked from Wellington on 5 February 1916
Medals	Mentioned in Despatches 'This Non commissioned officer has performed conspicuous good work since the arrival of his Battalion in France last April. During the time his Battalion was at the Somme, especially between 13th September and 3rd October, he led his platoon in a most capable manner. He has at all times shown great devotion to duty and marked ability as a leader of men.' Source: London Gazette Date: 4 January 1917
Sources	Nominal Roll Vol. 2: Roll 24, p. 13