| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1662
Appeal against conscription of: Thomas Raines
Age: Not stated
Address: 45 Nunnery Lane, York
Occupation: Pork Butcher's slaughterman
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: no
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: William Wright, employer
Summary of case: Raines had been previously granted an exemption for his occupation, but in Aug 1916 the military representative successfully contested it. William Wright employs three slaughtermen; the local tribunal considered that he could manage with two. Papers include detailed letter from employer showing amount of work and turnover of his shops.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 25 Sept 1916. Dismissed. |