She sent that year to The Army for its Self-Denial Week, the message:-- "My Dear Children and Friends,-- "I have loved you much, and in God's strength have helped you a little.

Now, at His call, I am going away from you.
"The War must go on.

Self-Denial will prove your love to Christ.
All must do something.
"I send you my blessing.

Fight on, and God will be with you.
Victory comes at last.

I will meet you in Heaven.
"Catherine Booth." On October 1st violent haemorrhage set in.