| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 4264
Appeal against conscription of: Sam Watson
Age: 36
Address: 13 Sandringham Street, York
Occupation: Contractor's foreman
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Crombie & Sons Solicitors on behalf of A Robinson, employer
Summary of case: Watson is a contractor's foreman. The local tribunal gave him a certificate of exemption but this was withdrawn as he was medically passed A. His employer appealed against this decision stating that he had not been able to get Watson badged or a protection card
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 17 Nov 1917. Dismissed |