| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3388
Appeal against conscription of: George Francis S. Kidson
Age: 25
Address: Grange House Sowerby
Occupation: Builder and Contractor
Local tribunal: Thirsk Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: George Francis S Kidson
Summary of case: I have no one to carry on my Business and having a close down will mean ruin. I had also men previously to and he went to war and now I am left by myself, with a widowed Mother, sister and a nephew to support (solely). I have also three aces of grass land and a horse which I keep in connection with my business. My rents and rates exceed £30 per annum. This business was established by my late Father in 1875, and I am the only son.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 14 Apr 1917 Dismissed. Decision of local tribunal to stand. |