| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 4994
Appeal against conscription of: Yeoman Carter
Age: 41
Address: 39 Brompton Street, Middlesbrough
Occupation: Tobacconists manager
Local tribunal: Middlesbrough Borough Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Military Representative Newcastle upon Tyne
Summary of case: Carter had a Certificate of Exemption granted in his role as supplier of tobacco related products to regional warehouses . This certificate was reviewed by local tribunal 17 April and extended until 1 June and was allowed to continue on 6 June 1918. The military representative appealed against this decision, stating; That it is not in the National Interest that this man should continue to hold the certificate granted to him.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding appeal tribunal: 4 May 1918. Allowed to 1 Nov 1918.only |