| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3311
Appeal against conscription of: Herbert Alfred Gatenby
Age: 27
Address: Oswaldkirk, Malton
Occupation: Postman
Local tribunal: Helmsley Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Not stated
Summary of case: Appellant is blind in one eye. The local tribunal states Gatenby is a single man living with his married brother who is the tenant of the holding and helps out at other local farms. They suggest that Gatenby's brother could take over the postal duties, and do considerable work besides. Gatenby could then join the army as he has been passed for service abroad.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 14 Apr 1917. Dismissed. |