| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2999
Appeal against conscription of: Arthur Jackson Hugill
Age: 27
Address: 12 Mount Ephraim, Holgate Road, York
Occupation: Cycle mechanic
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: W H C Horsfall, Military Representative
Summary of case: Owing to the greater demands of the army for men, this young single man should serve instead of being retained in civil employment as a greengrocer. Hugill has suffered with 'neurasthenia' for the past five years and 'does not feel capable of undergoing military training. He has medical certificates from three York doctors to support this. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1 1675]
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 4 Jun 1917 Allowed. Certificate to be cancelled. Military appeal |