| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 5411
Appeal against conscription of: James Porter
Age: 45
Address: 4 Albion Crescent, Scarborough
Occupation: Tobacconist etc
Local tribunal: Scarborough Borough Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship, e) ill health or infirmity
Appellant: James Porter
Summary of case: Since I had pneumonia 10 years ago I have been in delicate health and suffer from an offensive discharge from my ear which requires periodical attention. I also suffer from eczema. His business would suffer if he joined the colours.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding appeal tribunal: 20 Jun 1918. Dismissed. Not to be called up before 11 August 1918. |