| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 159
Appeal against conscription of: Albert Metcalfe
Age: 19
Address: The Hildyard Arms, Colburn, Richmond
Occupation: Horseman and cowman
Local tribunal: Richmond Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act 1916
Grounds for appeal: g) exempt occupation
Appellant: John Metcalfe, father and employer
Summary of case: Albert Metcalfe is the only worker on his fathers farm. His brother has already joined up. However, the father is under notice to quit the farm.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 25 Mar 1916. Exemption until 1 Jul 1916 |