| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 930
Appeal against conscription of: Turton Smithson
Age: 34
Address: Baths House, Redcar
Occupation: Theatre manager
Local tribunal: Redcar Urban District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship
Appellant: Turton Smithson
Summary of case: Appeals to delay hearing on grounds of medical examination same day. He is in sole charge of two variety theatres and requires time to find a suitable substitute and put his affairs in order.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 27 Jul 1916. Dismissed |