| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3758
Appeal against conscription of: James Alderson
Age: 24
Address: Harker House, Keld
Occupation: Shepherd
Local tribunal: Reeth Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Not stated [Christopher Alderson, employer]
Summary of case: On 24 Feb 1917 Alderson was granted exemption to 30 Jun 1917. His employer, aged 57, said he needed Alderson to work on his farm, which was large and scattered. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/2897]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 30 Jun 1917. Exemption allowed to 1 Oct 1917. |