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Case 5627

1. Application to Waifs and Strays' Society 12 October 1896

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I have known the family for 2 1/2 years. Mrs who is a widow, is addicted to drink, & the example & influences of the home cannot but be very harmful to the children. A the applicant is a very good and regular girl at Sunday School & I believe might turn out well if given a fair chance. Naturally the home is very poor and wretched.

(Rev) F
Guildford Road
South Lambeth S.W.

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