| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 4367
Appeal against conscription of: Norman Cook
Age: 20
Address: 55 High Street Skelton in Cleveland
Occupation: Driving hauling tackle
Local tribunal: Skelton and Brotton Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: Norman Cook
Summary of case: His appeal to the local tribunal was on the basis that his mother, a widow, was absolutely dependent on him and serious hardship would ensue if taken into the army. He worked at the Tar McAdam works. The local tribunal dismissed his appeal. They stated in their evidence to the North Riding Appeal Tribunal that he was 20, single and should join the colours. His mother would be entitled to separation allowance. The appellant added to his case that his mother was in very poor health and unable to work on account of an affected heart.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 26 Oct 1917. Dismissed |