original: By 1870, more than 2,000 children were being accommodated in five homes.
simplifications: By 1870, more than 2,000 children were being living in five homes. Over 2,000 children were put up in five houses by 1870. By 1870, more than 2,000 children were living in five homes. Housing was provided for more than 2,000 children by 1870. Over 2,000 children were living in five homes by 1870. By 1870, more than 2,000 children were living in five homes. By 1870, more than 2,000 children were in five homes. By 1870, more than 2000 children were living in five homes. By 1870, more than 2,000 children were living in five homes. By 1870, more than 2,000 children were living in five homes.