| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2470
Appeal against conscription of: Herbert E Metcalfe
Age: 30
Address: Kirby Knowle, Thirsk
Occupation: Horseman etc
Local tribunal: Thirsk Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship
Appellant: Herbert E Metcalfe
Summary of case: I am the joint tenant of a farm of 120 acres. One of my joint tenants is medically unfit and is only able to work sometimes. It would be a great hardship if I was compelled to join the army.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 1 Jan 1917. Allowed to 1 Jul 1917. |