| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1885
Appeal against conscription of: Albert Metcalfe
Age: 31
Address: Town Head, Hawes
Occupation: Joiner and wheelwright
Local tribunal: Aysgarth Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship
Appellant: Sydney Pearson, Military Representative
Summary of case: ‘Inexpedient he be retained in his present exemption in civil employment not withstanding his principal and usual occupation may be one on the certified list.’
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 31 Oct 1916. Allowed. Certificate to be cancelled. Military Appeal |