| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number:1283
Appeal against conscription of: Matthew Robson Johnson
Age: 30
Address: 31 Charles Street, York
Occupation: Warehouse assistant
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: f) conscientious objection
Appellant: Matthew Robson Johnson
Summary of case: Matthew regards human life as sacred and offers to do any work of national importance not assisting in warfare. His employer says he is indispensable
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 31 Jul 1916. Allowed. Exemption to 1 Jan 1917 |