| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 590
Appeal against conscription of: William Appleton
Age: Not stated
Address: Nappa Hall, Aysgarth
Occupation: Cowman
Local tribunal: Aysgarth Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: John & William Metcalfe, employers
Summary of case: Employers claim that he is essential to the farm business. He had already enlisted and been returned by the military authorities after an appeal by his employers. The local tribunal justified their decision as they consider that cattle dealing shold be dispensed with during the war and Appleton be spared for active service.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal:19 May1916 Dismissed. |