| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 977
Appeal against conscription of: James Wharton
Age: Not stated
Address: Melsonby, Darlington
Occupation: Dairy farming
Local tribunal: Richmond Rural District Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: Not stated
Appellant: James Wharton
Summary of case: James Wharton is solely responsible for the management of his farm his parents are aged and unable to undertake farmwork. Military representative argues that Wharton is not fully occupied with farming as he claims. Local tribunal grants temporary exemption to Aug. Appeal tribunal extend this to Jan 1917.
Supporting evidence: No
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 24 Jun 1916. Allowed. Exemption to Jan 1917. |