| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1857
Appeal against conscription of: Gerald Dale
Age: 36
Address: Kirkgate, Thirsk
Occupation: Monumental mason
Local tribunal: Thirsk Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship,
Appellant: Gerald Dale
Summary of case: Has worked for several firms in the district and is in great demand. Owing to the scarcity of practical letter cutters and masons and being the only one in the Thirsk District, I claim that my services are more valuable to the community than being engaged in Garrison Duty. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/846]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 31 Oct 1916. Dismissed |