| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 161
Appeal against conscription of: William Callagan
Age: 31
Address: Unicorn Yard, Richmond
Occupation: Engine Driver
Local tribunal: Richmond Borough Council
Central tribunal: No:
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: A Newsome. employer
Summary of Case: Of 9 men employed, 8 have left to join the army. Mr Newsomes engines and vans are already engaged in government work. The steam roundabout is now situated in Richmond Market Square and is entertaining the troops. William Callagan is essential for Mr Newsome to remain in business. The local tribunal decided that there was Insufficient grounds for exemption. The employer admitted that he is not now doing any government transport work. His regular work is not of national importance.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 25 Mar 1916. Dismissed |