| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 5442
Appeal against conscription of: William Henry Taylor
Age: 45
Address: 47 High Street, Redcar
Occupation: Photographer
Local tribunal: Redcar Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship, g) exempt occupation
Appellant: William Henry Taylor
Summary of case: Taylor is a photographer taking photos of soldiers, and is also employed by Dorman Long. He is also a Despatch Rider for Inspector Craven using his own Motor Combination. The local tribunal who dismissed his appeal thought that his work could be done by a woman.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding appeal tribunal: 27 Jun 1918. Dismissed. |