| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 579
Appeal against conscription of: Richard Emerton [shown on original papers as Reginald Emerton]
Age: 24
Address: 2 Duncombe Place, York
Occupation: Manager for antique dealers
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: W F Greenwood & Sons, employers
Summary of Case: Emerton had already been twice rejected by the army on medical grounds, so his employers brought him from London to York where his expertise was considered invaluable and allowed them to release other men to enlist. The business supported five families of Greenwoods and five employees over the age of military service. The company was willing to release him as soon as they could find a suitable replacement.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 19 May 1916. Allowed. Exemption to 1 Jul 1916 |