1957 Press Photo Princess Margaret Opens New Hostel for West Indian

Princess Margaret Opens New Hostel for West Indian Women at Camber well : Princess Margaret went to Adding-ton-square,Camber well,South East London this afternoon to open a new hostel for West Indian women and their Children. The hostel consists of two large houses which have been converted and furnished at a cost of £7,000 under the Talbot Settlement Scheme. The Talbot Settlement -founded in 1900 for Women's Social Work -Will run the hostel, which includes Small bedrooms a dormitory With Cubicles, Kitchens, office sand a first-aid Post. Photo Shows Little Marianne Grant appeared much more interested in the Camera than the Royal Visitor, Who is seen talking to resident nurse Shelia Gillie..

Photo measures 8.25 x 6 inches.

Photo is dated 6-12-1957.



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