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you allow me space to tell your readers of an

opportunity for studying the lives of the poor, and becoming their friend in London over the Border P I have visited there regularly, and have been much struck by the cordial welcome given to visitors,—" Some one from outside," as the people say, "who comes in fresh, and does not know our troubles." Resident workers are needed most, but any one can help who lives within reach of the District Railway and can spare an afternoon once a week. It need not always be the same after- noon. We want those who will work with the clergy, and undertake not to give independent relief. It is given through a Committee, and cases which appear needy can be sent to the Committee. This precaution, and the character of the people, many of whom have lately come up from the country, make the work particularly suitable for new workers. Inquiries may be addressed to me, or to Mies B. Powell, St. Stephen's Vicarage,

Upton Park.—I am, Sir, &c., EIRENE WIGRAM. Bromfield, Weybridge.