| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2270
Appeal against conscription of: Alfred Wright
Age: 35
Address: 99 George Street, Thornaby
Occupation: Potato Merchant, fruit, rabbit and poultry dealer
Local tribunal: Thornaby on Tees District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: Alfred Wright
Summary of case: Originally granted conditional exemption in June to December 1916 on the grounds that his wife is an invalid and relies on income from the business. If Alfred Wright is called up, the business will close. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/886]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 8 Dec 1916. Allowed to 31 Mar 1917. |