| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1757
Appeal against conscription of: John Wilson
Age: 22
Address: Cleasby Grange, Stapleton, Darlington
Occupation: Horseman etc
Local tribunal: Croft Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, g) exempt occupation
Appellant: Richard Bowes, Military Representative
Summary of case: He applied because he was essential to the running of the farm. The local tribunal gave him exemption as long as he was engaged in agriculture. The military representative argued that any exemption should only be temporary.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 21 Oct 1916. Allowed. Military appeal. Exemption to Jan 1 1917. Final |