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From "Glimpses into the Abyss" by Higgs, Mary
Rowton House Inmate
An individual living in a Rowton House, offering insight into the life and conditions of such establishments.
Core Belief
"Survival depends on adapting to the circumstances and making the best of limited opportunities."
Worldview
The world is a challenging place, where success is elusive and hardship is common.
Personality
Pragmatic and resigned, he has come to terms with the limitations of his circumstances. He is observant and offers practical advice on navigating the system.
In Their Own Words
"It is possible to live there fairly comfortable on 10_s_. a week, and to exist on about 7_s_."
"A lot of men there seem to live by addressing envelopes; they have a nice warm room to sit in and work, but it is a heart-breaking job when all is said and done, for they only get 3_s_. per 1,000, and it will take a good man to do 1,000 a day."
"I made a good many enquiries about labour bureaux; they are to be avoided like poison, except the Polytechnic, the others keep you moving about the place, and you are lucky if you don't get charged heavily for doing so."
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