| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 4259
Appeal against conscription of: Ralph Gladin Cuss
Age: 39
Address: Garrick Head Hotel, Petergate, York
Occupation: Licensed victualler
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: George Crombie & Son, Solicitor
Summary of case: Cuss has syphilis which would require treatment for two years. Dr Mowbray Taylor said this disease may easily be transmitted by fork or spoon, towel or blanket, brush or cap and a variety of ways. Cuss was divorced and was now responsible for two young children without any help. He had a motor lorry so he undertook local deliveries, as well as being a licensed victualler. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/3692]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 28 Sep 1917. Allowed to 31 Mar 1918 |