| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2629
Appeal against conscription of: John Robinson
Age: 40
Address: Sowber Hill Cottage, Northallerton
Occupation: Horseman, stacker and thatcher
Local tribunal: Thirsk Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, e) exempt occupation
Appellant: Henry Willis, farmer and employer
Summary of case: North Riding Appeal Tribunal had granted a temporary exemption to 1 Jan 1917. Willis appeals to extend this exemption stating: On the grounds that it is a certified occupation. The only capable horseman on a farm of 400 acres. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/1843]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 20 Jan 1917. Allowed to 31 Jul 1917 |