| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2838
Appeal against conscription of: John William Priestman Barker
Age: 29
Address: Thornborough, Northallerton
Occupation: Horseman
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: Miss Mary Ann Dixon employer
Summary of case: Miss Dixon stated that she was unable to run the horses on the farm without him. He was given exemption by the local tribunal until 1 Oct 1916, extended to 1 Jan 1917 provided he joined the Volunteer Training Corps. On 1 Feb 1917 his exemption was further extended until an efficient substitute could be found.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 15 Feb 1917. Dismissed |