| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 5024
Appeal against conscription of: George Collinson Barker
Age: 19
Address: Copp Hall, Sessay
Occupation: Farm horseman
Local tribunal: Thirsk Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Tom Hill, employer
Summary of case: Appellant states Barker is the only man left to work the farm apart from a conscientious objector. War agricultural voucher held. Condition exemption until 1 Oct 1918. Not required to join the volunteers.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding appeal tribunal: 28 May 1918. Allowed to 1 Oct 1918. |