| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1594
Appeal against conscription of: James Mansfield
Age: Not stated
Address: Hipswell, Richmond
Occupation: Blacksmith
Local tribunal: Richmond Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: James Mansfield
Summary of case: Appellant obtained absolute exemption on the 17 March last, but on the application of the Recruiting Officer this certificate has been cancelled by the local tribunal. Appellant is turned 35 years of age. Appellant is partner in a large blacksmiths business at Hipswell covering a large agricultural area, along with his brother. They are the only blacksmiths for four townships, namely Hudswell, Hipswell, Waithwith and Scotton.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 9 Sep 1916. Dismissed, man not to be exempted |