Transcription of the above fraternal letter:

Brigus

Dec 15 1917

Capt William Bartlett & Family

At a meeting of the Royal Scarlett Chapter of the L.O.A held last night it was unanimously decided to tender to you our deepest sympathy on the loss of your son Capt. Rupert Bartlett who lost his life that we may retain our liberty.

Signed on behalf of the chapter
Thomas Roberts
Acting Scribe

Courtesy of the Bartlett Family.