| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3522
Appeal against conscription of: Walter Halmshaw
Age: 29
Address: 187 Burton Stone Lane, York
Occupation: Mechanical draughtsman in certified occupation
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: g) exempt occupation
Appellant: Rowntree & Co Ltd, employer
Summary of case: Rowntrees had applied for absolute exemption in March 1916, and Halmshaw had been granted a conditional exemption whilst in present occupation. This certificate was withdrawn as from 8 May 1916 and varied to 'conditional upon his obtaining before that date work of national importance...' His employers stated on the pink form that he was classified as B2, but the local tribunal noted that he had qualifications required in munition works and was passed Category A.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 7 May 1917 Allowed exemption to 1 Aug 1917 whilst in present occupation. |