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John Clarke
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Description of John Clarke on Enlistment

Age physically equivalent to 18   years  9   months
Height 5   feet   9 ½ inches
Weight 136  lbs
Chest Measurement Minimum 33 ½   inches   Special
Maximum expansion 34 ½  inches
Complexion Dark
Eyes   Brown
Hair   Brown
Religious denomination   Church of England
Distinctive Marks   Slight scars right shin

CERTIFICATE OF MEDICAL EXAMINATION

I have examined the above-named recruit and find that he does not present any of the conditions referred to in para. 799 of the Regulations for Medical Services,  Part I.
He can see at the required distance with either eye, his heart and lungs are healthy, he has the free use of his joints and limbs, and he declares that he is not subject to fits of any description.

I consider him   fit  for the Army,
Date   25th October 1894
Place  Northampton
H. W. [???]    Surgeon  Lt Col [???]

CERTIFICATE OF FINAL MEDICAL EXAMINATION (by an Approving Medical Officer)

I have examined the Recruit in accordance with above Certificate and have completed his Description in ink.
I consider him fit for the Army.

Date 22nd September 1884
Place Leicester
Brigade Surgeon

Certificate of Primary Military Examination

I hereby certify that the above-named recruit was inspected by me, and I consider him fit for service in the Northamptonshire Regt , and that due care has been exercised in his enlistment.

Date 25. 10. 94
Place Northampton
P. Mauser [?] Capt & Qr. Mr., Recruiting Officer, 48th Regt Dist  Recruiting Officer


Certificate of Approving Field Officer

I certify that this Attestation of the above-named recruit is correct, and properly filled up, and that the required forms appear to have been complied with. I accordingly approve, and appoint him to the Northamptonshire Regt.
If enlisted by special authority, Army Form B. 203 (or other authority for the enlistment) will be attached to the original attestation.

Date 25 - 10 - 94
Place Northampton
G. Maclead 
Colonel Commanding 48th Regimental District


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