| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number:5485
Appeal against conscription of: Robert P Dennis
Age: 25
Address: 35 Lawrence Street, York
Occupation: Pork butcher
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Not stated Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Medical grade: A
Appellant: George Crombie and Sons Solicitors for Robert P Dennis
Summary of case: Dennis held an exemption until reviewed recently when the certificate was withdrawn. He is appealing against this decision. In the event of him being called up his business would have to close causing him severe financial loss. He has no-one who will be able to rung the business in his absence as his three brothers ae serving and of his wifes brothers two have been wounded whilst at the front. He suggests that the work he is doing is of national importance.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 3 Jul 1918. Dismissed. |