| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number:1284
Appeal against conscription of: Alfred George Tranter
Age: 37
Address: 13 Whitby Terrace, Cemetery Road, York
Occupation: Electric mechanic
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Major C A Herbert, Military Representative
Summary of case: Alfred has four children. His employer, York Equitable and Industrial Society, indicated that he is required to keep in touch with all members of their York branch who are serving in HM forces and has to claim benefits on their behalf. The Local Tribunal granted a short exemption. The Military representative disagreed with this as he saw Tranter as eligible for the army.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 31 Jul 1916. Allowed. Exemption to 1 Jan 1917 |