| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 902
Appeal against conscription of: Thomas Albert Porter
Age: 41
Address: Harrisville House, Grangetown
Occupation: PawnbrokerÂ’s manager
Local tribunal: Eston Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: Thomas Porter, father and employer
Summary of Case: Employer has lost two male members of staff, is trying to recruit females and has managed to fill only one post. States that could not do without the manager as Thomas Porter gave up active interest in the business three years ago owing to failing eyesight.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 23 Jun 1916 Allowed. Exemption to 1 Jan 1917. |