| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 711
Appeal against conscription of: Frederick Whiteley Howden
Age: 27
Address: 38 Goodramgate, York
Occupation: Watchmaker and jeweller
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship, f) conscientious objection
Appellant: Frederick Whiteley Howden
Summary of Case: Financial obligations with my married brother with whom I am in partnership. We have two watchmakers and jewellers shops in the city. My brother could not possibly manage to carry on without my help
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 31 May 1916. Dismissed. Non-combatant only. |