| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2606
Appeal against conscription of: George Raw
Age: 19
Address: High Ellington, Masham
Occupation: Blacksmith's apprentice
Local tribunal: Masham Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation d) serious hardship
Appellant: Frances Raw, employer
Summary of case: The only blacksmith in the area and could not cope with the amount of work if he is sent off to war.[See also NRCC/CL 9/1/1389]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 20 Jan 1917. Allowed exemption to 31 Jul 1917. |