| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3045
Appeal against conscription of: Arthur Sanderson
Age: 33
Address: 14 Aberdeen Terrace, Scarborough
Occupation: Butcher
Local tribunal: Scarborough Borough Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Argenta Meat Co Ltd of Liverpool, employer
Summary of case: Sanderson had previously been exempted by the Liverpool tribunal, as the butcher shop was part of a national chain based in Liverpool. The Liverpool military representative asked for this to be reviewed. The chain had already closed a number of branches nationally. The local tribunal stated that The closing of one shop would not inconvenience the public. The local tribunal considered that the employer must make some effort to replace this man if they desire to continue the Scarborough shop. There will be no exceptional serious hardship.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: Dismissed. 14 Mar 1917 |