The Mary Ellen Wilson child abuse case and the beginning of children's rights in 19th century America
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Image source: Open LibraryEric A. ShelmanStephen, M.D. LazoritzStephen S. (FWD) ZawistowskiElbridge T., Jr. (FWD) GerryJoseph (FWD) Gleason1 editions
"This examination of the child abuse case begins with a look at Mary Ellen Wilson's life and provides background on the events surrounding the case. Mary Ellen's court testimony, queries urging Henry Bergh's ASPCA to continue work on behalf of children, articles describing the courtroom scene, pleas from Mary Ellen's family appealing for her custody and published documentation of the trial itself are all offered here"--Provided by publisher.
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Eric A. Shelman
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Stephen, M.D. Lazoritz
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Stephen S. (FWD) Zawistowski
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Elbridge T., Jr. (FWD) Gerry
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Joseph (FWD) Gleason
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