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Mrs Rachel Merry
Louisa Birt was the sister and colleague of childrens emigration promoter Annie Macpherson. Rachel and her husband Joseph Merry superintended Macphersons Home of Industry for several years, later moving to Canada to run homes at Galt and Stratford. Date: circa 1910
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Annie Colleague Emigration Homes Husband Louisa Macpherson Merry Moving Orphan Orphanage Orphans Promoter Rachel Sister Stratford Welfare Years Birt Childrens Galt
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This evocative photograph captures Mrs. Rachel Merry (1859-1933), the devoted wife and dedicated partner of Joseph Merry, as she tenderly cares for a young child in her home in the early 1910s. Rachel and her husband had a long-standing association with children's welfare, having superintended the Macpherson Home of Industry in London, England, for several years. The Home, founded by Rachel's sister and colleague, Annie Macpherson, was a pioneering institution dedicated to the care and education of orphaned and destitute children. Annie Macpherson was a renowned children's emigration promoter who advocated for the relocation of British children to Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, believing it would provide them with better opportunities for a productive and fulfilling life. After years of service at the Home of Industry, Rachel and her husband Joseph followed Annie to Canada, where they continued their work by running homes at Galt and Stratford. This image offers a poignant glimpse into the past, showcasing the compassionate and nurturing spirit of Rachel Merry as she provided love and support to a child in need. The Merrys' unwavering commitment to the welfare of children is a testament to their enduring legacy and the significant role they played in shaping the lives of countless young people during a critical period in history.
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