| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 4854
Appeal against conscription of: John William Carter
Age: 29
Address: Tinley Garth, Kirbymoorside
Occupation: Ironfounder of agricultural implements
Local tribunal: Kirbymoorside Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: H Carter
Summary of case: John Carter is the only man left in the foundry who can make parts for all classes of farm machinery. There are 23 County Blacksmiths and 200 farmers dependant on the business for fittings. [See also NRCC/CL 9/1/ 4481]
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding appeal tribunal: 13 Apr 1918. Dismissed. |