| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1239
Appeal against conscription of: Bertie Lane Wilson
Age: 22
Address: Low Pastures, Lockton
Occupation: Horseman
Local tribunal: Pickering Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship, e) exempt occupation
Appellant: Richard Lane, father and employer
Summary of case: On 15 May 1915, the local recommended Wilson was not called up until 15 Jun 1916. They also noted that Wilson was not in a certified occupation and that the appellant's son-in-law, George Wilson aged 50, could manage the farm with the assistance of casual labour.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 29Jul 1916. Dismissed |