| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 569
Appeal against conscription of: Thomas Edward Barker
Age: 25
Address: 2 Levisham Street, Fulford Road, York
Occupation: Butcher
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: e) exempt occupation
Appellant: Major C A Herbert, Military Representative
Summary of Case: Barker is manager of a butcherÂ’s shop, which is an exempt occupation. Appellant suggests that the shop be closed or a man should be employed who is ineligible for the Army. The local tribunal had granted an exemption to 1 May 1916, and this was confirmed by the North Riding Appeal Tribunal.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 8 May 1916. Allowed |