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They accepted the situation, and kept comparatively quiet at the signal. Then the work was passed -- & the serving commenced. I said -"You cannot carry this work home. until it is nicely finished. It must be entirely made here". Then they were seized with a panic, "What! Not carry home the Coveted Flannel skirt this very afternoon?" It was too much for human endurance. They gathered the beloved garments into their arms, and unclear ultimately rushed to the door. Our Janitor was too quick for them -- the door was fastened. When order was once more restored I said - You shall have them when they are finished -- you must trust me. When those are finished you shall have another garment to make- & while you are sewing we will teach you many things to make you better & wiser." They were satisfied.

    This school continued to hold its weekly sessions until the middle of April. Each woman was allowed to make for herself 2 chemises, 2 pr. drawers - 2 flannel skirts - & 8 [unclear]] skirts - one dress. A shawl, or unclear & hat -- stockings & boots were then given her from