| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 755
Appeal against conscription of: John Stuart Smithson
Age: 26
Address: North End, Northallerton
Occupation: Engine attendant etc
Local tribunal: Northallerton Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: (d) serious hardship
Appellant: Charles W. Simpson Ltd
Summary of Case: Mr. Smithson is the only man capable of doing this work. Application to Labour Exchange for a replacement has brought no response.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 5 Jun 1916. Allowed exemption to 1 Oct 1916 |