in the country but knew nothing of farming.
Had worked as waiter in New York for three years. Got into a fight three
weeks before and had his face disfigured. As a result lost his job.
Walked the streets two nights last week. Got coffee and rolls on the
"bread line." Worked in a stable yesterday and made $1.00. Appeared
somewhat dissipated but intelligent.

No. 8.

Born in New York City. Father German. Mother Scotch. Thirty-two years
old. Single. His father lived somewhere in New York, and he expected to
get work shortly and live with him. Trade was a machinist. Had mostly
worked at bicycle repairing. Had travelled a good deal but never worked
on a farm. Went to Philadelphia this Winter and lost position. Worked
three days in a woodyard for board and lodging. Later had himself
committed to jail for one month. Came back to New York last week. Did
not appear dissipated, but looked bright and efficient.

No. 9.

Born in Lawrence, Mass., of American parents. About twenty-two years
old. Single. Worked since a boy in Lawrence in the woolen mills until he
lost position six weeks previously. Always lived with his people. Had
never been hungry or without a bed. Came to New York two weeks
previously but had done nothing since. Had just money enough left to go
home, where he expected to obtain work again shortly. Looked thoroughly
capable and reliable.

Nos. 10 and 11.

Two brothers born in New York of Irish parentage. Aged twenty-eight and
thirty-one respectively. Both single. Parents dead. Had trade of awning
makers, with plenty of work in summer but none in winter. Had never
worked in the country. Had been living by means of odd jobs and charity
all winter. Had received help from a mission and the Salvation Army.
Quite often walked the streets all night and got coffee and rolls on the
"bread line." Appeared shiftless and showed lack of initiative and
intelligence.

No. 12.

Born in New York City of Irish parents. Twenty-six years old. Single.
Did not know where his folks were. His mother was dead. Worked sometimes
as a truck driver. Had worked at farm work in New Jersey. Had travelled
a good deal. Had received help from charities in different cities. Got
caught once riding a freight train through Philadelphia and spent ten
days in jail for the offense. Said he drank when he got the chance. Now
worked around the Army Hotel and received in return his bed and one meal
ticket a day. Expected to leave the city as