| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2539
Appeal against conscription of: William Moss Ormerod
Age: Not stated
Address: 12 Costa Street, South Bank
Occupation: Engineer
Local tribunal: Eston Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Frederick Jones & co, employer
Summary of case: Ormerod is a practical mechanic and the only one employed by F Jones and Co Ltd. He is responsible for all repairs and maintenance for the engines and parts for the plant. Their product is used in ship building, refrigerators and cordite factories. All the slag wool they manufacture is of national importance. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/1188]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 12 Jan 1917 Allowed until 31 Jul 1917 |