| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2185
Appeal against conscription of: Matthew Pattinson
Age: 29
Address: 38 Lowther Street, York
Occupation: Ironmongers manager
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: George Crombie & Sons, solicitor, York
Summary of Case: Hardy & Holgate state that Pattinson is the only man of their original pre-war staff, eight out of nine having gone. They have failed to get a replacement for Pattinson. Hes worked for the firm for nine years and is in charge in all its branches and particularly the engineering and tools department. He executes government contracts.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 2 Dec 1916. Allowed to 31 Mar 1917. Final |