| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3510
Appeal against conscription of: Septimus Plummer Kirby
Age: 35
Address: 14 Earlsborough Terrace, York
Occupation: Farm labourer
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: Geo Crombie & Sons, Solicitors, on behalf of Septimus Plummer Kirby
Summary of case: Kirby had attested in December 1915. In his appeal to the North Riding Appeal Tribunal Crombie & Sons state: The applicant did offer himself for national service, but was informed by the Director General that in view of the nature of his occupation, his offer could only be considered after dealing with those of men engaged in work of less essential importance. The applicant is appealing against temporary exemption until 1 Jun 1917, Final.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 7 May 1917. Exemption to 1 Aug 1917 |