| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3426
Appeal against conscription of: Joseph Fearnley
Age: 41
Address: 111 High Street, Brotton
Occupation: Grocer etc
Local tribunal: Skelton and Brotton Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship
Appellant: Joseph Fearnely
Summary of Case: I am sole proprietor and manager of the business of a grocer and provision merchant with an off-beer license at 111-113 high Street, Brotton with warehouse behind. I have a large number of customers whom I supply with food. My grocery turnover id from £35 to £40 per week and I carry a stock of £300 to £400. I employ two female assistants but have no males employed and my management is essential to the continuance of my business. I am over 41 years of age. My mother aged 70 is dependent on me.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 21 Apr 1917. Allowed conditional exemption upon taking up work of national importance at Brotton or district to be approved by appeal tribunal. |