| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2545
Appeal against conscription of: James William Johnston
Age: 35
Address: 5 Pym Street, South Bank
Occupation: Milk manager etc
Local tribunal: Eston Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: James William Johnston
Summary of case: Johnstons wife has been ill for 13 years. He is willing to work in munitions or any other work of national importance which will still give him a chance to care for his wife. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/1418]
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 12 Jan 1917 Allowed until 31 Jul 1917 |