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This database contains some of the books, papers and records held by Mersea Museum.
Found 1 record PH01_WKH
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Article |
Peldon's Poor and the Poorhouse |
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PH01_WKH |
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Title |
Peldon's Poor and the Poorhouse |
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Abstract |
Queen Elizabeth's Poor Relief Act of 1601 pulled together all previous Poor Law Acts, formalising earlier practices of poor relief distribution. Before Tudor times and the Dissolution of the Monasteries (these religious houses had provided some care and relief to the poor) any contributions to the ... |
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Author |
Elaine Barker |
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Published |
October 2020
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Source |
Mersea Museum
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