| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 345
Appeal against conscription of: Herbert J Young
Age: 23 years and 9 months
Address: 1 Wilton Street, Redcar
Occupation: Mineral water manufacturer
Local tribunal: Redcar Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: William Young, father and employer
Summary of case: His son is essential to the continuance of his business and severe financial hardship would result from his being called up. He also claims that the occupation “wholesale rolleyman” is a certified occupation. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/346]
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 7 Apr 1916. Allowed to 1 Jul 1916. |