| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3503
Appeal against conscription of: Frank Smith Thompson
Age: 17
Address: Draft Farm, Flaxton
Occupation: Horseman
Local tribunal: Flaxton Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Benjamin Thompson, father and employer
Summary of case: Engaged on work of national importance. Working land to produce the nations food.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 7 May 1917 Dismissed. Decision of local tribunal to stand. |