| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1805
Appeal against conscription of: Arthur Wilkinson Watson
Age: 34
Address: Chapel Cottage, Wheatcroft, Scarborough
Occupation: Horseman
Local tribunal: Scarborough Borough Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship
Appellant: Arthur W Watson
Summary of Case: Indispensable as a farm horseman with life experience. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/667].
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 23 Oct 1916. Allowed exemption until 31 Mar 1917. |