| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1854
Appeal against conscription of: James Thomas Akins
Age: 37
Address: Sowber Hill Cottages, Northallerton
Occupation: Cowman and pigman
Local tribunal: Thirsk Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: James Thomas, estate agent
Summary of case: The 'odd man' about the place and also employed in felling and dressing pit props. This man is the only one of four brothers not serving with his majesty's forces. Married with two young children.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 31 Oct 1916. Dismissed |