| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1836
Appeal against conscription of: Thomas Bean
Age: 28
Address: Burniston, Scarborough
Occupation: Farm horseman
Local tribunal: Scalby Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, e) exempt occupation
Appellant: Solicitors for Mrs J E Ellis, employer
Summary of case: Employer working 323 acres, already three men short compared to pre-war standards. She claims it would be impossible to look after 13 working horses if this man is called up.[See also NRCC/CL 9/1/1029]
Supporting evidence: Yes.
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 24 Oct 1916. Dismissed |