| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2392
Appeal against conscription of: Edgar Firth
Age: 29
Address: 3 Yew Court Terrace, Scalby
Occupation: Master plumber
Local tribunal: Scalby Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) engaged in current occupation, b) engaged in different occupation, d) serious hardship, e) ill health or infirmity
Appellant: E Firth
Summary of Case: Stated that he was the only plumber in Scalby, had suffered from pleurisy and continuing ill health and was a member of St Johns Ambulance Brigade. He had twice been rejected by the Recruiting Officer. The local tribunal adjourned the case 13 Oct 1916 for medical examination. He had only been passed for sedentary work abroad.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 30 Dec 1916. Dismissed. |