| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 258
Appeal against conscription of: Walter Cussons
Age: 20
Address: Kirbymoorside
Occupation: Cowman
Local tribunal: Kirbymoorside Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: g) exempt occupation
Appellant: John Cussons, employer
Summary of case: John Cussons cannot carry on without Walter Cussons assistance. The farm keeps a Government livestock bull which serves 60 to 70 cows a year, so it is impossible to employ women here. If we could have his services until we get the corn and turnips sown it would be a great relief.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 29 Mar 1916. Dismissed |