| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1850
Appeal against conscription of: John Thomas Gatenby
Age: 19
Address: Thirkleby, Thirsk
Occupation: Blacksmiths apprentice
Local tribunal: Thirsk Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, c) education or training
Appellant: William Brown Armstrong
Summary of case: John Gatenby is a farrier engaged in making horseshoes for the army. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/735]
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 31 Oct 1916. Allowed exempt to 1 Jan 1917. |