| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 973
Appeal against conscription of: John Robert Souter
Age: 19
Address: Woodhouse, Middleton Tyas.
Occupation: Farm worker
Local tribunal: Richmond Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, e) exempt occupation
Appellant: Peter Chrystal, employer
Summary of case: Claim for absolute exemption on the grounds that John Souter is invaluable to the running of the farm. Claim rejected by local tribunal; occupation not considered to be exempt and farmer has other men to fill the position. Granted extension to Oct at appeal.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 24 Jun 1916 Allowed. Exemption to 1 Oct 1916 |