| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 966
Appeal against conscription of: John Coates
Age: 32
Address: Grinton, Richmond
Occupation: Joiner and wheelwright
Local tribunal: Reeth Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: d) serious hardship, g) exempt occupation
Appellant: James Coates, father and employer
Summary of case: His father claimed he was essential as he was in poor health and they had a lot of work in hand as well as meadows and cattle. The local tribunal dismissed the appeal.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 24 Jun 1916. Allowed. Conditional exemption to 18 Aug 1916. |