| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 1901
Appeal against conscription of: Robert Stubbs
Age: 29
Address: Melmerby, Ripon
Occupation: Cowman and horseman
Local tribunal: Wath Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: F. C. Stubbs, brother and employer
Summary of case: Appellant claimed his son was indispensable due to shortage of labour on his brother's farm. Both men were single with no responsibilities and the local tribunal was of the opinion that as the man was only an employee he should serve.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 31 Oct 1916. Dismissed. |