| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number:5515
Appeal against conscription of: Alex Frederick Van der Heyden
Age: 40
Address: 3 St Johns Terrace, Middlesbrough
Occupation: Senior Mathematical master at Middlesbrough High School for Boys
Local tribunal: Middlesbrough Borough Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Military Service Act: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Medical grade: 1
Appellant: M Thomas, National Service Representative
Summary of case: The Governors of Middlesbrough High School appealed against the conscription of Heyden stating that we cannot possibly spare Mr. Van Der Hayden. His departure would ruin our plans for the immediate development of the school and would gravely prejudice the prospects of our senior boys. The local tribunal granted exemption to 1 January 1919. The national service representative appealed this decision stating that it is not in the national interest that this man should any longer remain in civil employment as a senior mathematical master.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 12 Jul 1918. Dismissed. National Service appeal |