| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 5646
Appeal against conscription of: Alfred E Tindall
Age: 25
Address: 136 Victoria Road, Scarborough
Occupation: PawnbrokerÂ’s manager
Local tribunal: Scarborough Borough Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested:
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship, e) ill health or infirmity
Medical grade: 2
Appellant: G W Tindall Ltd, employer
Summary of case: Granted temporary exemption to 31 Mar 1918 extended to 1 Sep 1918. In 1914 he was declared medically unfit; the Territorial Army later rejected him, as did the Derby Scheme. He had rheumatic fever age 10 and has since suffered a variety of medical problems. His father did not make arrangements for a replacement as his son was rejected. All other employees have enlisted or attested. NRCC/CL 9/1/3307, NRCC/CL 9/1/4213, NRCC/CL 9/1/4875]
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 29 Aug 1918. Allowed to 31 Dec 1918. |