| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 735
Appeal against conscription of: John Thomas Gatenby
Age: 19
Address: Thirkleby, Thirsk
Occupation: Agricultural mechanic
Local tribunal: Thirsk Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: (e) exempt occupation
Appellant: William Brown Armstrong, employer
Summary of Case: William Brown Armstrong considered John Thomas Gatenby to be in a certified occupation. He is an apprentice with two more years to serve and essential to the work of the business as it is all two handed work.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 5 Jun 1916. Allowed until 1 Oct 1916 |