| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1008
Appeal against conscription of: Edwin Collinson
Age: 31
Address: Mariners Tavern, Robin Hoods Bay
Occupation: Mason
Local tribunal: Whitby Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Philip Poad, Chairman of parish council and overseer
Summary of case: Poad and Collinson sought total exemption at the local tribunal on the grounds that it was essential Collinson carry on in his employment as rate collector. This was refused and Poad appealed
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 3 Jul 1916. Allowed to 1 Oct 1916. |