Papers relating to Hobson's Charity, in particular the Spinning House, Cambridge, 1830 - 1893
Scope and Contents
Thomas Hobson (?1544-1630), carrier, by codicil to his will, 1 January 1630, left money for the maintenance of a house of correction and workhouse. The University portion of the former, known as the Spinning House, on St Andrew's Street, was used as a prison for prostitutes apprehended by the Proctors until 1894.
Dates
- Creation: 1830 - 1893
Creator
- From the Management Group: University of Cambridge (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
2 archive box(es) : paper
Language of Materials
English
Finding aid date
1998-05-30 11:10:01+00:00
Topical
Repository Details
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