| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 4060
Appeal against conscription of: George Herbert Walker
Age: 38
Address: No 1 Peasholme Cottages, Scarborough
Occupation: Inspector of Boating etc
Local tribunal: Scarborough Borough Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Harry W Smith, Borough Engineer
Summary of case: Walker was initially examined by six doctors who all agreed that he was totally unfit for any category of military service, with hammer feet and damage to his leg. A letter from a doctor confirming this is attached. However a more recent brief medical examination had declared him B2. The council didn't wish to influence the tribunal's decision but would be pleased if he could continue in his post. When the appeal was dismissed, the council appealed for a further two weeks to see him to the end of the season as he was responsible for the lives and safety of bathers.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 13 Aug 1917. Allowed to 1 Sep 1917. Final. |