| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number:5527
Appeal against conscription of: David Hutchinson
Age: 40
Address: 29 Hambleton Terrace, Haxby Road York
Occupation: Foreman joiner etc
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Military Service Act: Attested
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Medical grade: A
Appellant: Dent & Son, employer
Summary of case: The case was considered by the local tribunal in conjunction with the other men engaged in this trade in the city. No new private building is now taking place in the City the local tribunal granted an exemption to 20 August 1918. Dent & Son appeal this decision stating that Hutchinson is the only man of military age in the firmsÂ’ employ he is essential to the work. He is the pivot man of the workshop. They have munitions contracts.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 13 Jul 1918. Dismissed. |