WARDS OF THE STATE.
GOVERNMENT PROPOSALS
Christchurch, Yesterday
The proposals by the Hon. G. W. Russell on the subject of children who have lost one or both parents as a result of the influenza epidemic have been adopted by Cabinet. Orphan children and children left in a condition of distress by the death of the father or mother practically become wards of the State. The organisation of the scheme will be in tiie hands of the Education Department, while the Public Health Department will find the necessary funds. The policy will be that where necessary payment will be made for maintenance on the basis of 10s (id per week for each child.
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Manawatu Herald, Volume XL, Issue 1916, 17 December 1918, Page 3
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112WARDS OF THE STATE. Manawatu Herald, Volume XL, Issue 1916, 17 December 1918, Page 3
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