| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2117
Appeal against conscription of: John Edward Metcalfe
Age: 21
Address: North Cowton, Darlington
Occupation: Horseman
Local tribunal: Richmond Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Richard Bowes, Military Representative
Summary of case: The mans age is only 21 and single. He had previous temporary exemption to 1 Oct 1916. It is not expedient in the national interest that any further exemption should be granted but that the man should be available at any time required.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 17 Nov 1916 Dismissed Military appeal. Decision of local tribunal confirmed |