| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 679
Appeal against conscription of: Joseph Harrison Watson
Age: 37
Address: Galtres House, Strensall, York
Occupation: Farmer
Local tribunal: Flaxton Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: e) exempt occupation
Appellant: Joseph Harrison Watson
Summary of Case: His work as a farmer is more beneficial to the country than joining the army. The local tribunal stated he farmed only 8 acres of land.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 31 May 1916. Dismissed. |