| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1786
Appeal against conscription of: John J Hird
Age: 36
Address: 31 Hurgill Road, Richmond
Occupation: Manager of branch, tailoring, drapery and boot department.
Local tribunal: Richmond Borough Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Darlington Co-Op Society, employer
Summary of Case: Employer feels work could not be done by a woman as he works in gents bespoke tailoring, and some allowance should be made as so many men have already been released for military service. Local tribunal of opinion a woman could manage the work.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 21 Oct 1916. Dismissed. |