| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2070
Appeal against conscription of: Robert James Pulleyn
Age: 35
Address: The Poplars, Earswick, York
Occupation: Builder and army contractor
Local tribunal: Flaxton Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Robert James Pulleyn.
Summary of case: Appellant claimed he was involved in military contracts at Strensall Camp and therefore certified occupation. Local tribunal granted exemption for himself and four men conditional on him only working on government contracts.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 10 Nov 1916. Dismissed. Decision of local tribunal to stand. |