| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1708
Appeal against conscription of: James Jackson Metcalfe
Age: 19
Address: Gayle, Hawes
Occupation: Shepherd
Local tribunal: Aysgarth Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: James Jackson
Summary of case: I farm 247 acres of land, with sheep and cattle. James Jackson is 63 years old and unable to work due to bad health. He is unable to continue with the farm without the help of James Jackson Metcalfe.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 7 Oct 1916 Dismissed |