An edition of Begging in America, 1850-1940
(2011)
Begging in America, 1850-1940
the needy, the frauds, the charities and the law
by Kerry Segrave
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"This historical book explores begging and beggars in the period 1850 to 1940, with emphasis on how the police, the courts, the media and private charity organizations dealt with the issue. Efforts to suppress mendicancy are explored, including legislation, police crackdowns, and public vouchers for meals and shelter"--Provided by publisher.
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Begging in America, 1850-1940: the needy, the frauds, the charities and the law
2011, McFarland & Company
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0786465697 9780786465699
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Table of Contents
Beginning prior to 1850
Description, prevalence, style, attitude, 1850-1899
Frauds, fakes, myths, 1850-1899
Psychology worthiness, solutions, 1850-1899
Charity organizations, 1850-1899
Police and the courts, 1850-1899
Description, prevalence, style, attitude, 1900-1940
Frauds, fakes, myths, 1900-1940
Psychology worthiness, solutions, 1900-1940
Charity organizations, 1900-1940
Police and the courts, 1900-1940
Conclusion
Notes
Bibliography.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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