| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 5093
Appeal against conscription of: George Ward Collinson
Age: 19
Address: c/o Mr W Skelton, Sawdon
Occupation: Horseman
Local tribunal: Scarborough Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: William Skelton, employer
Summary of case: Collinson had had previous exemptions, to 23 Nov 1918. Skelton said he could not manage his farm without Collinson, especially taking into account the geographical location. The appeal was successful and the Tribunal added that Collinson was not to join Volunteers.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding appeal tribunal: 30 May 1918. Allowed to 1 Oct 1918 |