| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2293
Appeal against conscription of: Frederick John Humble
Age: 37
Address: Wensley, Leyburn
Occupation: Chauffeur and electrician
Local tribunal: Leyburn 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: Frederick Riddell, Military Representative
Summary of case: Humble is chauffer to Lord Bolton and is in charge of the electric lighting at Bolton Hall, he is involved in various committees and is also a special constable. Exemption was granted by local tribunal on the condition he remains in his current occupation because it was important that Lord Bolton has a competent chauffeur. Military representative challenges the decision, arguing there are no genuine grounds for exemption.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 11 Dec 1916. Allowed to 31 Jul 191. Military appeal7 |