| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2973
Appeal against conscription of: Fred Godson
Age: 37
Address: Linton on Ouse, York
Occupation: Journeyman bricklayer
Local tribunal: Easingwold Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: : a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: William Henry Foster, employer
Summary of case: The employer, a building contractor, described Godson as essential and doing work of national importance, being the only bricklayer on the estate and also assisting on the land. The local tribunal had granted a conditional exemption until 12 February 1917. The local tribunal stated that there was another bricklayer available, and the employer did have a son who also worked for him. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/2974]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 9 Mar 1917. Dismissed |