'Swan Orphanage Tragedy' is an illustrated article from the Sunday Times. It gives information about the death of a child, George Jones, who had been resident at the Swan Boys' Orphanage. This item gives some insight into why children were placed in an orphanage when they had living parents; the sectarianism among religious denominations in Perth at the time; and the process for calling an inquest.
Last updated: 17 October 2023
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