| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2283
Appeal against conscription of: Herbert Boynton
Age: 36
Address: Haxby, York
Occupation: Joiner, wheelwright, cartwright and undertaker
Local tribunal: Flaxton Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship
Appellant: Algernon Barlow, Military Representative
Summary of case: Herbert was granted conditional exemption in May 1916 providing he remains in the same occupation. Military representative appealed this, arguing that he had two brothers, so his family would not be left in serious hardship. Herbert's younger brother Alfred joins up and the military rep withdraws his appeal, now accepting that Herbert's income is necessary to the family.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 11 Dec 1916. Withdrawn Military appeal |