| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3245
Appeal against conscription of: Bertram Oakey
Age: 25
Address: South Terrace, Sowerby
Occupation: Baker and confectioner
Local tribunal: Thirsk Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: Not known
Appellant: David William Readman, employer
Summary of case: He is currently the only skilled employee left in the bakery/confectionery side of the business although a substitute should be available from July 1. All other skilled employees have been called up.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 31 Mar 1917. Dismissed but not to be called up before Jun 1917. |