| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1303
Appeal against conscription of: William Martin Howell
Age: 35
Address: Oak Dene, Robin Hoods Bay
Occupation: Pharmacy proprietor
Local tribunal: Whitby Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship
Appellant: Martin Howell
Summary of case: As sole owner of the pharmacy, he considers his business to be in the interests of the local population as well as his capital investment which he is still paying off. Evidence suggests that most of his goods can also be obtained from the grocer and that he is not a qualified pharmacist. Appellant submits a letter pointing out the family relationship between his competition and the army officer in charge of his appeal.
Supporting evidence
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 3 Aug 1916. Allowed. Exemption to 1 Oct 1916 |