| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1294
Appeal against conscription of: Robert Ripley
Age: 27
Address: Oystons Yard, Church St, Whitby
Occupation: Plumber
Local tribunal: Whitby Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: Major Graham Craig, Military Representative
Summary of case: The original appeal to the local tribunal was made on the case that it would be serious hardship for his employer who would be left with one skilled hand only. The military representative states it is not in the national interest that this man should remain in his present occupation, but should be engaged in military service. He has been passed fit for General Service.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 3 Aug 1916. Allowed. Exemption to 1 Jan 1917 |