Remedies suggested for some of the evils which constitute "The perils of the nation" - Softcover

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This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1844 Excerpt: ...which, leading their minds to better things, keeps them from the ale-house. The possession of a little property of their own makes them more careful of that of others. Indeed, I don't recollect an instance of a holder of an allotment having been brought to trial for any crime; and I know strong cases of reformation arising from the possession of them, coupled with the encouragement given by different societies for the promotion of industry.' "Lincolnshire. "Holbeach (Mr. Morton). 'It's called here "rood" land; it's a great blessing to the poor.' "Sleqford (Mr. Moore,--Tomlinson). 'Nearly universal in this county, and productive of a very great deal of good.' (H. Handley, Esq.) 'The most beneficial system that can possibly be devised: it leads to a savings' bank, and then there's no saying what good mayn't follow from it.' (Mr. Toynbee.) ' It does the tenants a great deal of good.' (C. Allix, Esq.) 'The system is general, and a very great advantage to the labourer.' "Boston (all the witnesses given before). 'Very useful system--no doubt of it; it's a very excellent thing for the labourer; we hope it will become general all over.' "Spilsby (Mr. Hoff). 'Almost in every village--benefit to the industrious labourers almost beyond description. You find a fat pig in the house of every labouring man.' "Grantham (Mr. Johnston). 'Effects decidedly beneficial.' "Spalding (Dr. Moore). 'The good effects are unquestionable, both on the condition and habits of the poor.' "Gainsborough (Mr. Crook). 'The allotments are anxiously sought after; and no doubt tend to improve the condition of the labourer very materially.'" We are entitled to consider the question of Cottage Allotments, then, in the usual sense of a garden, ...

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