| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 591
Appeal against conscription of: William Richard Routh
Age: 18
Address: Bainbridge, Askrigg
Occupation: Cowman, horseman and shepherd
Local tribunal: Aysgarth Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: Sydney Pearson, Military Representative
Summary of case: The local tribunal had granted William Routh temporary exemption until 12 Aug 1916 because of his fathers poor health, and to get the harvest in. Military representative appealed against delay.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal:19 May 1916. Dismissed |