| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 990
Appeal against conscription of: Luke Langton
Age: 33
Address: Gristhorpe, Filey
Occupation: Horseman (waggoner on farm)
Local tribunal: Scarborough Rural District
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Attested
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation
Appellant: Luke Langton
Summary of case: Initial claim for exemption was made by Langton's employer, B H Bradshaw, on the grounds that he had no other men of military age and depended on Langton as a waggoner. This application was refused by local tribunal. Langton appealed on the grounds that he has 'deformed toes'.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 4 Jul 1916. Dismissed |