| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3175
Appeal against conscription of: Leonard Foxton Lonsborough
Age: 35
Address: 69 Gillygate, York
Occupation: Joiner and undertaker
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship
Appellant: S J Barrow - employer
Summary of case: Lonsborough's skills are vital to the continuance of Barrow's business. SJ Barrow has tried to find a replacement but without success, but is willing to release him part-time for munitions work. Lonsborough already has three brothers and several cousins serving.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 22 Mar 1917. Dismissed. |