| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3201
Appeal against conscription of: Alfred Preston
Age:24
Address: North Cowton Darlington
Occupation: Blacksmith
Local tribunal: Richmond Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: Alfred Preston
Summary of case: Appellant was starred as being engaged in necessary work of an indispensable nature to agriculture which is of national interest and importance. Appellant is the sole Blacksmith in a parish with a population of more than 250, the chief occupation of which is agriculture.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 24 Mar 1917. Allowed. Exemption to 1 Jul 1917 |