Personal data
| Name | Mitchell |
|---|---|
| Initials | H.E. |
| Christian name | Hannah Elizabeth |
| Date and place of birth | London; 10.10.1914 |
| Address | 46 Wilson Street, Stepney |
| Family | Daughter of William and Hannah Rosina Mitchell |
Extra information
- Information
- Her father had died of consumption, aged 37, on 29.01.1917. Her mother was unable to look after her. On 22.02.1917 Hannah was accepted into the care of Waifs and Strays Society (= now The Children's Society), and boarded out on 04.04.1917 with a couple who had lost their daughter.
- Information 2
- In 1926 Hannah was legally adopted by her foster-parents. She was confirmed in 1930.
Other information
- Information
- Described as the 'Adopted daughter of Talbot House', the House offered to contribute £ 15 per annum towards her support. In April 1917 and 1918, Tubby sent chequas for £22 to the Society. The money was raised at Talbot House, the Prison at Ieper (Military Police) and Little Talbot House (1918), incl. donations from several army units.
- Information 2
- Tubby refers to her in his letters to his mother and in several notices which were put up in the hall of the House.
Sources
- Source
- Louagie, J., A Touch of Paradise in Hell: index