| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 666
Appeal against conscription of: Elisha Walker.
Age: 34
Address: Myrtle House, 47 Church Street, Whitby
Occupation: Jet and fossil dealer
Local tribunal: Whitby Urban District Council.
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship
Appellant: Elisha Walker
Summary of Case: Local tribunal gave exemption until 17 Jun1916, which would give time for Walker to make arrangements for the disposal of his business. Walker appealed against this and asked for exemption until the end of the tourist season, so that he could sell his stock.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 30 May 1916 Dismissed |