| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1396
Appeal against conscription of: Ernest Frost
Age: 29
Address: Hinds House Farm, Topcliffe
Occupation: Horseman
Local tribunal: Thirsk Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, e) exempt occupation
Appellant: JW Johnson
Summary of case: 705 acres and only have 5 horsemen over four farm. I understand the government allow one man for each pair of horses.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 22 Aug 1916. Allowed. Exemption to 1 Nov 1916. Final |