| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 5315
Appeal against conscription of: George Fothergill
Age: 19
Address: Low Ness Farm, Pickhill
Occupation: Horseman
Local tribunal: Thirsk Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: Not stated.
Appellant: Richard Allcock, employer
Summary of case: It is impossible for Richard Allcock to obtain casual labour and therefore the applicant is irreplaceable. George Fothergill has a certificate from the War Agriculture Executive Committee which allows him the right to appeal against his conscription, number 984.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding appeal tribunal: 11 Jun 1918. Allowed to 1 Oct 1918. |