Norman LEIVERS
Saved by Cigarette Case
Sgt. Norman Leivers (Argyle & Sutherland Highlanders), who lives in Manchester, is the son of Eastwood parents, his father, MrThomas Leivers, now residing at the crossing, Underwood. For many years his parents resided in Millstead Cottages, Eastwood. Sgt. Leivers was wounded in Tunisia, receiving 7 wounds in all, in the face, body and legs, including a broken ankle. Along with his officer, he had visited a forward observation post on Long Stop Hill, and was retiring when the enemy opened up with trench mortar fire. Both were wounded, the officer most seriously. Although in a bad way himself, Leivers dragged his officer behind some rocks for cover until help reached them. On arrival at hospital, it was found that Leivers' pay-book had been pierced right through, also one side of his cigarette case, which was a heavy chromium one. These were in his left breast pocket, and there is no doubt that they saved his life. Sergt. Leivers is fortunate in that he has been transferred to a military hospital in Manchester near his home. We are pleased to state he is making a splendid recovery.
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