| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 965
Appeal against conscription of: Herbert Goymar
Age: 23
Address: Low Row, Richmond
Occupation: Cartman
Local tribunal: Reeth Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: H D Blackett, Military Representative
Summary of case: His employer argued that he was essential to the business (grocer, flour merchant, etc.) and the local tribunal granted temporary exemption to 1 Aug 1916 with further right of appeal. The military representative felt that a man above military age could be found to replace him.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 24 Jun 1916. Dismissed |