Applicants Collection (page 2)

"Seeking Hope and Assistance: The Stories of Applicants" In the depths of history, countless individuals have sought solace and support in times of hardship

Applicants Collection: The unemployed in the East End, London

The unemployed in the East End, London
The unemployed in the East End of London wait outside Mansion House. There is a notice saying - Mansion House Fund Notice - and the men are applicants for the relief fund

Applicants Collection: London County Council Night Office, Charing Cross Bridge

London County Council Night Office, Charing Cross Bridge
Applicants waiting outside the London County Councils Night Office at Charing Cross Bridge, Central London. The Office had telephone links to the citys casual wards, as well as to the Salvation Army

Applicants Collection: The East London Hospital for children

The East London Hospital for children
Five pictures of the interior of the hospital in 1878. 1, top image shows the Princess Mary Ward. 2, middle left, applicants awaiting admission. 3, middle right, the serving of breakfast

Applicants Collection: Measuring Applicants

Measuring Applicants
A steward measures three goats to see if they will do as footmen to his master

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"Seeking Hope and Assistance: The Stories of Applicants" In the depths of history, countless individuals have sought solace and support in times of hardship. From Red Cross enquirers to those affected by the Relief of Irish Distress, their stories echo through time. A black and white photo captures a poignant moment at a registration tent on opening day in Merrill, Klamath County, Oregon back in 1939. Dorothea Lange's lens immortalizes the faces filled with anticipation and uncertainty. The struggle for survival was not limited to one place or time. Engravings depict scenes from The East London Hospital for Children, where young souls found refuge amidst adversity. Meanwhile, the Royal Caledonian Orphan Asylum stood as a haven for those left parentless. Engraved images reveal another side of society - the plight of the unemployed at the East-End of London desperately seeking relief funds. These depictions serve as reminders that even in prosperous nations, hardships can prevail. Amidst these struggles, dreams soared high as candidates vied for positions within institutions like the French Air Service. Their determination tested through rigorous trials aimed to gauge their worthiness. Not all applicants sought aid; some faced judgment within Thames Police Court while others fought against an influenza outbreak that propelled a young doctor's rise in his profession. Yet amid it all, hope prevailed. At Strangers Home for Asiatics, Africans, and South Sea Islanders, they were received with open arms - a testament to humanity's capacity for compassion regardless of origin or circumstance. These glimpses into history remind us that behind every applicant lies a unique story waiting to be heard – stories shaped by resilience and unwavering hope amidst challenging times.