General report of the Royal Hospitals of Bridewell and Bethlem, and of the House of Occupations, for the year ending 31st December, 1853 : printed for use of the governors / Bridewell Royal Hospital and Bethlem Royal Hospital.

  • Bridewell Royal Hospital.
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[1854]
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Credit: General report of the Royal Hospitals of Bridewell and Bethlem, and of the House of Occupations, for the year ending 31st December, 1853 : printed for use of the governors / Bridewell Royal Hospital and Bethlem Royal Hospital. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    racter. His abilities are above the common order, and his temper mild. His behaviour in the House soon became truly exemplary. A feeling, therefore, of intense surprise and regret pervaded the Institution when he absconded. He also immediately obtained work at his trade, and contributed to the support of his mother. He has since enlisted in the 5th Lancers, and is now in India with his regiment, in which he has seen much service, and is greatly respected. K. L.—A very ingenious and clever youth. Through the influence of bad characters he fell from the path of integrity. When admitted into this House, he speedily manifested right feelings, and was a monitor; was in due time outfitted, and apprenticed into the Queen’s Naval Service ; during which period he received two rewards. He is now in command of a small trading vessel in the West Indies, of which he is likewise the owner. M. N.—This lad was not of an amiable temper, and was addicted to pilfering practices. While in the House he conducted himself in a steady and orderly manner; was made a monitor, and left, in due time, to a situation provided for him in the trade in which he was here initiated. He has received his first reward, is married, and in business in the City. Females. O. P.—This young girl, before she was twelve years of age, had been twice in prison for theft. While here she conducted herself exceedingly well, and was accord¬ ingly provided with a situation in service. We have