The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-12-17
GOT RID OF THEM

50 small an outlay as Is expended yearly
upon this orpha mage. We are too prone
TO pass over lightly this side Of the ques-
uon In our legitimate anxiety for the
spiritual welfare; but IL must be insist
ed upon, and we can scarcely exaggerate
the immense importance OF such an estab-
lishment. thoroughly equipped according
iiy.
PLACING OF CHILDREN.
Another phase OF our work. and with
out doubt the most important, is the ul-
| timate placing OF our children in APP
proved homes. The most serious and al
most solemn duty with which we are
daily confronted Is the passing OF these
precious souls to the care of adopted
parents or guardians. on whom the entire
future OF the child will depend. II Is
therefore incumbent upon US to see that
their future environment will be condu-
Give to faith and morals. OF what avail
Is our anxious solcitude as to early re-
lgious training. II by an indscreet selec-
ton OF guardian our efforts are frus-
trated?
I'VE are handicapped and grievously
crushed I'm our enthusiasm by the utter
callous almost un-Christian indifference
OF so many families blessed with abund-
ant store of this worlds goods who, al
though childless. nevertheless refuse 20
share with their less fortunate brethren
the hearth, the cheering influence and all
that Christian home implies. This is our
greatest drawback. Could We but find
generous souls willing to assist us In
placing our youngest charges In desira-
bic homes, either for adoption or tempo
rary guardianship what untold good
could a society such as ours accomplish!
silent but effective has been the
growth of the Rhode Island Home for
Working Boys. The urgent need and
practicabilty OF this home has long since
proved its worth. When we observe the
actual results accomplished through the
unique and homelike treatment accorded
these restless but energetic youths we
feel amply compensated for the years or
patient toll and watchfulness which pro-
duces such manly specimens of self-re"
specting and sturdy citizens. In the main,
we are proud OF the careers OF our boys,
which we know I'm intirsate detail
HOUSE OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD.
"since the introduction Of the House at
the Good Shepherd into this community
untold good has been the fruit of gener-
Gus impulses and ceaseless toll by this
noble band OF women In the reclamation
OF wayward women and girls. Although
well known throughout the state, still.
owing to lack OF necessary facilities, the
work is not as yet established on the most
satisfactory basis. Surely, an institution
with so broad a scope should receive the
hearty support OF all citizens.
"Our latest and perhaps most success
ful achievement was the very material
assistance given the treasurer or the
Tower Hill fund in his efforts to procure
Tower Hill property as summer outing
place for delicate children and invalids.
The acquisition OF this magnificent site
In so short a period has never been
cqualled In the annals or charity In Rhode
Island Through the zeal and energy OF
the presidents and members OF most or
the conferences in donating and collect
ING large sums OF money, we we're en-
abled TO .iace the entire plant at the dis
posa OF worthy poor children, prospect
I've OF religious belief
"All the leading charitable organiza-
tions OF the state were invited 10 co-ope-
rate with us in finding worthy subjects
TO enjoy the innumerable blessings of this
ideal summer resort. Five hundred chill
dren were given a weeks outing free OF
charge. Not only the spacious halls and
piazzas but all the unoccupied land OF
the surrounding country were at their
disposal No votary OF liberty could have
gone the lengths attained by these JOY
Gus. fortunate youngsters.
They had what life holds most dear
TO them. the privilege unrestrained TO do
as they pleased In whatever way their
childish ideas led them. what greater
fund look for than the knowledge, sure
and certain, that they had excellent re-
turns from their money expended In the
relief OF poor, suffering humanity2 Such
results could not fail TO inspire us TO
continue as we have begun. ever mind
full that the poor we have always with
us and that we are our brothers keeper.
II is blessed thing To live for ones
neighbor and 20 remember that Gods
love Is best shown when we do good ~
others To our many friends throughout
the state. who have 80 kindly assisted
ue in or various duties. We wish TO cx-
tend our sincere thanka'