| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3727
Appeal against conscription of: George Edward Hunter
Age: 18
Address: Hunton, Bedale
Occupation: Carter and Coal dealer
Local tribunal: Leyburn Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: Alice Ann Hunter
Summary of case: Since the death of his father, George Hunter has been the main supporter for the family. He also carries on the family business. His other brother is in farm service and not available to carry on the business and the family, mother and two young sisters and a brother, would be unable to manage to clothe and feed themselves.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 21 Jun 1917. Dismissed |