| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 158
Appeal against conscription of: Charles William Brown
Age: 24
Address: Kilnsey House, Moulton, Middleton Tyas
Occupation: Horseman and beastman
Local tribunal: Richmond Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act 1916
Grounds for appeal: g) exempt occupation
Appellant: Harman F Brown, brother and employer
Summary of case: Charles Brown is employed by his brother Harman Brown to work on their farm. Harman has compound fracture of his leg, which discharges matter. This renders him unable to carry out any heavy work and he is exempted from military service. The local tribunal suggest Harman Brown should employ an ineligible man.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 25 Mar 1916. Exemption until 1 Jul 1916 |