| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1297
Appeal against conscription of: Hedworth Winter Davison
Age: 31
Address: 10 West Terrace, Whitby
Occupation: Commercial Traveller
Local tribunal: Whitby Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship
Appellant: Hedworth Winter Davison
Summary of case: Serious financial hardship would ensue with drop in salary and considered to be work of national importance. The position which has taken 4-5 years to obtain would not be available in the event of his return.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 3 Aug 1916. Allowed. Exemption to 1 Oct 1916. Final |