| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1745
Appeal against conscription of: Ward Pearson
Age: 36
Address: Brooks Farm, Hudswell near Richmond
Occupation: Horseman and cowman
Local tribunal: Richmond 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: Stephen Pearson, father and employer
Summary of case: Stephen Pearson states the he is 74 years old and has a heart complaint and relies on Ward Pearson to run his farm and he asks for a further exemption to be granted. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/635]
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 21 Oct 1916 Dismissed |