| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2815
Appeal against conscription of: William Critchinson
Age: 18
Address: Newton Grange, Grimescar, Leeming
Occupation: Farmer, horseman and every branch in connection with farming
Local tribunal: Bedale Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: George Crombie and Sons, York, solicitors acting for John Critchinson, father
Summary of case: The father has two younger sons, one working in a bank and the other only 14. Two other employees have moved away. William lives on the farm with an unmarried aunt and runs the farm. To replace him would be very difficult and accommodation problematic hence the appeal.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 15 Feb 1917. Dismissed. |