| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1079
Appeal against conscription of: John Arthur Poad
Age: 33
Address: 2 Grimstone Terrace, Hull Road, York
Occupation: Despatch manager of seed and potato department
Local Tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, e) exempt occupation
Appellant: Isaac Poad, father and employer
Summary of case: Isaac Poad states that John Arthur Poad is essential to the business of seed potatoes. He has been employed by them for 10 years and is now the head buyer and dispatch manager. He also appeals on family matters as J A PoadÂ’s wife is due to have a child in November.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 15 Jul 1916. Allowed. Exemption to 1 Jan 1917. |