| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2780
Appeal against conscription of: John Francis Lyth
Age: 39
Address: Iburndale, Sleights
Occupation: Jobbing mason
Local tribunal: Whitby Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: William Coates, employer
Summary of case: Lyth had been granted exemption to 1 Jan 1917. His employer applied for an extension on the grounds that he was essential to the business. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/2779 and NRCC/CL 9/1/1302]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 14 Mar 1917. Allowed to 1 Jul 1917 |