| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 974
Appeal against conscription of: John Ernest Simpson
Age: 28
Address: Black Hill Farm, Gilling West, Richmond
Occupation: Horseman
Local tribunal: Richmond Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: William Simpson, father and employer
Summary of case: William Simpson is 64 and suffers with rheumatism so is unable to do any heavy work. Black Hill Farm is sizeable and John is necessary to the running of the farm. Claim for absolute exemption or failing that at least a temporary exemption to Oct 1916.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 24 Jun 1916. Allowed. Exemption to Oct 1 1916. |