| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 273
Appeal against conscription of: Thomas William Ely
Age: 34
Address: New Slip Inn, Bulmer, Welburn, York
Occupation: Musician and manager of licensed house
Local tribunal: Malton Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: Thomas William Ely
Summary of case: Only son of elderly illiterate mother, in poor health, who cannot manage their business alone. If no exemption granted, he would like an extension to 18 March so he can organise either new accommodation for her or someone else to look after her.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal tribunal: 3 Apr 1916. Dismissed |