| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2613
Appeal against conscription of: John Hall
Age: 18
Address: Marsett, Askrigg
Occupation: General farm work
Local tribunal: Aysgarth Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship, g) exempt occupation
Appellant: Frederick Riddell, Military Representative
Summary of case: That it is inexpedient in the national interest that this man should be permanently retained in his present occupation. This man is 19 years and single and should apparently be made available for substitution. Doctors note states that Hall is suffering from sciatica, which renders him unable, without help, to carry on efficiently the work of his farm.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 20 Jan 1917. Allowed to 15 Aug 1917. Military appeal, decision of local tribunal varied. |