| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3137
Appeal against conscription of: Albert E Harrison
Age: 31
Address: Rosslynn House, Westgate, Pickering
Occupation: Egg and salesman
Local tribunal: Pickering Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: Albert E Harrison
Summary of case: Appellant states that his business is in the national interest as an egg and pork producer keeping 60 to 80 pigs. He also states his two sisters are dependent on him for produce as they have businesses in Leeds. He states his income is between £100-200 per week. Local tribunal questioned the amount he earns and required proof. They are aware that he has a brother in the same business within a mile of Pickering who could deliver to his sisters. It was recommended that he be given temporary exemption until 19 May 1917 and should then join the army.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 22 Mar 1917 Dismissed, not to be called up until 19 May 1917. |