| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number:2795
Appeal against conscription of: Robert Ripley
Age: 27
Address: Oystons Yard, Flowergate, Whitby
Occupation: Plumber
Local tribunal: Whitby Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Isaac Stephenson, employer
Summary of case: Stephensons business had nine men and six have enlisted, he is left with two men and an apprentice. He cannot carry on the business with less men.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding appeal tribunal: 7 Feb 1917. Allowed to 31 Mar 1917. Final |