| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2542
Appeal against conscription of: Thomas Albert Porter
Age: Not stated
Address: Harrisville House, Georgetown
Occupation: Pawn brokers manager
Local tribunal: Eston Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: Thomas Porter, father an employer
Summary of case: Thomas Porters son is the manager of the business since the appellant has failing eyesight and bad health. He has two sons in the forces. He has been unsuccessful in finding replacements. If his manager goes it would mean financial ruin for the business. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/902]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 22 Feb 1917. Allowed 31 Mar 1917. Final |