| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 4174
Appeal against conscription of: Joseph James Scarr
Age: 30
Address: West House, Shaw Coat, Askrigg
Occupation: Farmer
Local tribunal: Aysgarth Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation g) exempt occupation
Appellant: James Scarr, father and employer
Summary of case: James Scarr states that his farm of 95 acres with cattle and sheep, cannot manage without the help of Joseph Scarr. [See also NRCC/Cl 9/1/2442]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 30 Aug 1917. Allowed to 1 Jan 1918 |