| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3378
Appeal against conscription of: John Christopher Watson
Age: 32
Address: Carlton, Middleham
Occupation: Joiner etc
Local tribunal: Leyburn Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Services Act
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: Frederick Riddell, Military Representative
Summary of case: That this man has been granted exemption on the grounds of hardship. He has been passed for General Service and his age is 32 and no hardship of so special and extraordinary a nature is shown as to warrant his being exempted in face of the urgent and immediate need of men for the Army.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 14 Apr 1917 Allowed, Military appeal. Certificate to be cancelled. |