| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3002
Appeal against conscription of: Charles Edgar Thornton
Age: 24
Address: 37 Garden Street, York
Occupation: Furniture manager
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: W H C Horsfall, Military Representative
Summary of case: Owing to the greater demands of the army for men, this young single man should serve instead of being retained in civil employment. [See also NRCC/9/1 2644] Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 9 Mar 1917 Allowed. Certificate to be withdrawn. Military appeal |