| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 4981
Appeal against conscription of: Harry L Dent
Age: 40
Address: 12 Windsor Road, Saltburn
Occupation: Dentist
Local tribunal: Saltburn by Sea Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal:
Appellant: A R Williamson, National Service Representative
Summary of case: Mr Dent was granted a temporary exemption on the 20 April 1918 until 19 June 1918, as he is the only qualified dentist in the area he must remain a member of the local Voluntary Aid Detachment. Previous three month exemptions granted in September and December 1917 The local tribunal considered that his professional services were essential for the health of the district. Appeal against this decision by Military Service rep
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding appeal tribunal: 4 May 1918. Dismissed National Service appeal. |