| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 628
Appeal against conscription of: Herbert Johnston
Age: 19
Address: Forcett, Aldbrough, Darlington
Occupation: Joiner and wheelwright
Local tribunal: Richmond Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: c) education or training
Appellant: George Alderson, employer
Summary of Case: Appellant has lots of farmers work carts and has customers pressing him for supplies. He cannot cope on his own. He has tried to get older men to replace Johnston, but has been unsuccessful. He asks for an exemption for a few months until he is on top of his orders.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 23 May 1916 Allowed. Conditional exemption to 1 Oct 1916. Final. |