| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 4023
Appeal against conscription of: Frank Batty Bannister
Age: 38
Address: 23 Richardson Street, York
Occupation: Grocer's assistant
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: Henry Tolson, Military Representative
Summary of case: Frank was granted exemption to 20 Sept 1917 by local tribunal. The military representative has appealed this decision on the grounds that Frank is not vital to the survival of S Border & Co, grocery business. Border & Co argue that they have lost 25 men to the military and have only 3 remaining. They have employed female labour as much as possible, but this is proving difficult as munitions work is favoured. Frank has a position of authority and handles orders for large institutions in the City of York; he also undertakes heavy work. Without him, S Border & Co would not be able to continue with their business.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 11 Aug 1917. Allowed. Local tribunal decision varied. Exemption to 31 Dec 1917. Military appeal |