| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 3784
Appeal against conscription of: George Charnley
Age: 30
Address: The Bungalow, Sowerby Grange
Occupation: Poultryman
Local tribunal: Northallerton Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation d) serious hardship and e) exempt occupation
Appellant: Percy Hunter, employer
Summary of case: I claim to have the largest Poultry Farm in this county -- 43 acres. Previous to the War, my brother and self-employed five men. My brother is now in the Army and I have now only this man and a girl. I have 45 sheep, three horses and about 2,000 head of poultry. This man has had a lifelong experience in my business, and it would be impossible to replace him. [See also NRCC/Cl 9/1/2840]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 4 Jul 1917 Dismissed |