WCP3197

[1]

282 St Paul's Rd

Highbury

London

5 Nov 00

Dear Sir

I thank you from my heart, not only for your kindness, but for your trust in me. I[t] has meant much to me, and what I should have done without it I know not. I fainted in the street on Monday, and the policeman wanted to take me to the workhouse hospital. I am thankful I am spared that. I made my way to the above address after receiving your letter.¹ I have stayed there before when I could scrape enough coppers for a bed, and I knew they would look after me. I shall soon be alright again now. It has always been my intention to write one or two articles on my experiences, but so far, going from town to town, never knowing whether I should have to sleep by the roadside or in a doss house, I have [2] been unable to do so. As soon as I get a little stronger I shall make the attempt. I am starting work on the Friday of next week, and so shall soon be able to repay the money, but I shall always be indebted you for your kindness.

faithfully yours | J Hutton¹ [signature]