| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2987
Appeal against conscription of: Thomas Herbert
Age: 40
Address: 19 Lockwood St, Monkgate, York
Occupation: Confectioner, cream department, Rowntrees.
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: Thomas Herbert
Summary of case: Herbert had moved from London to work at Rowntrees in 1915. His wife had refused to move to York, so he had to support his four children aged under 14. York City Tribunal had refused his first application, the military authorities agreeing not to call Herbert up for one month from 6 Feb 1917. They stated in their reasons for their decision that as the children were living with aunts they would be looked after and the man would have a government allowance for them.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 9 Mar 1917. Dismissed. |