| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 25
Appeal against conscription of: Francis John Walker
Age: 36
Address: 20 East Mount Road, York
Occupation: Audit clerk
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Pulleyn Greer & Co, 8 Coppergate, York. Employer
Summary of case: The appeal is based upon the fact that the business is essential to the national interest in view of the firms considerable responsibilities in Income Tax assessments and payments. To carry out this work they have the assistance of two experienced audit clerks, one of whom is Francis John Walker
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 20 Mar 1916. Allowed. Exemption granted to 1 Jul 1916. |