| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 963
Appeal against conscription of: William Wetherall
Age: 35
Address: Grinton, Richmond
Occupation: Chert mine foreman
Local tribunal: Reeth Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, g) exempt occupation
Appellant: H D Blackett, Military Representative
Summary of case: The local tribunal granted a conditional exemption as the mine manager had died the previous week and his son was serving in the army, so the company felt William Wetherall, as foreman, was essential. The military representative argued that he was not indispensable and should be given temporary exemption until 15 Aug 1916 so a man over military age could be found to replace him.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 24 Jun 1916. Allowed. Conditional exemption to 1 Oct 1916. |