| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 4017
Appeal against conscription of: William Myhill
Age: 33
Address: 3 Tanner Row, York
Occupation: Fireman
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: William Myhill
Summary of case: Certificate of exemption withdrawn by local tribunal on 24 Jul 1917. William is one of 6 brothers; 1 brother is paralysed, 2 have been killed, 2 are currently serving. William has sole responsibility for his widowed mother and paralysed brother. His certificate was withdrawn because it was felt no real hardship would ensue as a result of his enlistment.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 22 Oct 1917. Allowed to 31 Mar 1918 |