THE INTERNA.TIONAL CATHOLIC SOCIETY FOR BEFRIENDING GIRLS.
[To THE EDITOR OF TIM "SPECTATOR."] SIR,—In view of the legislation regarding the White Slave Traffic at present so prominently before the country, I should be glad, with your kind help, to bring to the notice of your readers in this connexion the work of the " CEuvre Catholique Internationale pour la Protection de la jeune fille," established in every country of the world. The head office of the English branch, International Catholic Society for Befriending Girls "S.B.G.," is at 265 Vauxhall Bridge Road, under the Presi- dency of the Countess of Denbigh. The office is in touch and works with the National Vigilance Society, Travellers' Aid, M.A.B.Y.S., &c. Respectable Catholic girls of all nationalities going to and from situations are received at the Home, which is also a house of residence for business girls. A club room and a quiet reading room where they may spend their spare time are provided, and these are also at the disposal of outside members in business and service. A registry office free to employers and employed is run for their convenience, and a restaurant for women only is open to all denominations. Here a substantial meal of meat or fish, vegetables, and pudding can be obtained for sixpence. Girls arriving from the country and abroad are met at the station and are safeguarded from the moment they come in touch with the society. Thousands of girls have passed through the Home, and many gratefully acknowledge their preservation from danger owing to the timely help they have received. Much more could be accomplished were the work more generously supported. Immediate donations and annual subscriptions are urgently needed, and will be gratefully received by the Hon. Treasurer at the central office, 265 Vauxhall Bridge Road, where visitors also will be warmly welcomed. Let none be deterred by the smallness of their offerings; if these are only numerous and regular an enormous amount of work can be achieved, the good of which no human mind can measure.—I am, Sir, &c.,
HILDEGARD YON HUGEL, Hon. Organizing Secretary.
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