| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2733
Appeal against conscription of: Ernest Broadbent
Age: 28
Address: 2 St Paul's Terrace, York
Occupation: Bootmaker
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: Ernest Broadbent
Summary of case: Ernest Broadbent states his is willing to serve for his country but says he considers himself to be of more use in his business as a boot maker and repairer. He is married with one child and it would mean 'utter ruin' if he had to close the business. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/1048]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 27 Jan 1917 Dismissed |