| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number:816
Appeal against conscription of: Arthur James Holliday
Age: 31
Address: Wilton, Pickering
Occupation: Blacksmith etc
Local tribunal: Pickering Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: Arthur James Holliday
Summary of Case: Poor eyesight moderate health, claiming it is in the national interest to remain in occupation as the only blacksmith in the village. Local tribunal thinks his father can take over.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 7 Jun 1916. Allowed. Exemption to 1 Oct 1916. |