| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3198
Appeal against conscription of: Herbert John Bainbridge
Age: 18
Address: Folly Farm, Whashton, Richmond
Occupation: Horseman
Local tribunal: Richmond Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship
Appellant: Thomas John Bainbridge, father and employer
Summary of case: The son of the farmer who farms 284 acres at Folly Farm and should he be called to the colours then Thomas Bainbridge would be unable to continue farming properly. The local tribunal were well acquainted with the farm and considered that the son should serve
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 24 Mar 1917 Appeal Allowed until 13 May 1917 |