| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2912
Appeal against conscription of: Frank Whitelock Pybus
Age: 39
Address: King Street Richmond
Occupation: Chemist
Local tribunal: Richmond Borough Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current education, e) exempt occupation
Appellant: Military Representative, H. G. Worsley Lt. Colonel
Summary of case: The military representative appealed against the local tribunal's decision stating 'This man is of military age, passed fit for general service - not indispensable as he has a partner in the shop well capable of carrying on the business. This proceeding is instituted under orders received from Headquarters Newcastle.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 24 Feb 1917, Dismissed. Military appeal |