The SEVENTEENTH ANNUAL REPORT Of The HOUSE Of REFUGE Of PHILADELPHIA. With An Appendix

Author: Henry, Alexander - President
Title: The SEVENTEENTH ANNUAL REPORT Of The HOUSE Of REFUGE Of PHILADELPHIA. With An Appendix
Publication: Philadelphia: Published by Order of the Contributers. E. G. Dorsey, Printer, Library Street. 1845
Edition: 1st edition thus. Not in American Imprints

Description: 22, [2] pp. Last page a blank. 8vo, in 4s. 8-5/8" x 5-1/4". Original pale blue printed wrappers, stab sewn. Now housed in a clear archival mylar sleeve. Light soiling & wear to wrappers. Pamphlet upper corner clipped. A VG copy.

The "House" began operations in 1829, and continued its charitable & reformatory works until [our research indicates] 1911. Of note in this report are the numerous letters (6 pp) from individuals with whom the indigent men, women & children were 'placed'. A valuable record for anyone conducting research into the attributes & efficacy of charity/reform organizations.

Seller ID: 27202

Subject: Americana



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