| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 2919
Appeal against conscription of: Christopher George Barker
Age: 25
Address: Rosemary Lane, Richmond
Occupation: Cabinet maker & furniture dealer
Local tribunal: Richmond Borough Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: Christopher George Barker
Summary of case: If called up to the Colours serious domestic hardship will be caused through being the sole support of a widowed mother who is altogether dependant on the business which is managed by me.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 24 Feb 1917 Dismissed, but not to be called up before 31 Mar 1917. |