| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2580
Appeal against conscription of: John Fawcett
Age: 41
Address: Merebeck, Baldersdale
Occupation: Farmer
Local tribunal: Startforth Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship, e) ill health or infirmity
Appellant: John Fawcett
Summary of case: Joint tenant with his brother on two moorland farms, they are the only hands on the farm. They have been unable to hire help and currently are unable to find a Shepherd. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/1328]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 13 Jan 1917. Allowed. Absolute exemption. |