| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 62
Appeal against conscription of: Charles Earnest Cryer
Age: 25
Address: 5 Dixon St, Carlin How
Occupation: Onsetter, Carlin How Mines
Local tribunal: Skelton and Brotton Urban District Council
Central tribunal: Central tribunal case number W.490
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: f) conscientious objection
Appellant: Charles Earnest Cryer
Summary of Case: Applied for absolute exemption on conscientious and political grounds. I consider it a crime to take human life and Being of socialist inclinations, I believe in the unity of all peoples and cannot take an active part in this war. Local tribunal decision 16 Mar 1916 For non-combatant service only North Riding appeal tribunal case also includes statement that all war is contrary to the commandment Thou shalt not kill. Local tribunal comment includes the Socialist and Religious conscience appear to be somewhat opposed
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 24 Mar 1916. Dismissed |