| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3745
Appeal against conscription of: Herbert Downs
Age: 35
Address: The Kennels, Low Street, Bedale
Occupation: Huntsman
Local tribunal: Bedale Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: O.W. Hunt, Military Representative
Summary of case: the local tribunal considered that this man's occupation as huntsman, although not essential in wartime should not be discontinued and that he was necessary if the hunt is to continue. The military representative appealed against this decision: That it is doubtful whether this mans occupation is essential in war time and with the present restrictions on the feeding of horses it is very unlikely that hunting can be carried out.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 21 Jun 1917 Dismissed |