| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 252
Appeal against conscription of: Joseph Nicholls
Age: 35
Address: Rawcliffe, Pickering
Occupation: Beastman and shepherd
Local tribunal: Pickering Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: g) exempt occupation
Appellant: Christopher Nicholls, father and employer (signed with his mark)
Summary of case: Joseph is in a certified occupation being a beastman and shepherd on my farm. I keep 17 beasts and 29 sheep. I am in my seventieth year and have a weak heart.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 29 Mar 1916. Allowed. Exemption for 1 day |