A Letter to the Parishioners of Fulham

"A Letter to the Parishioners of Fulham" by R. G. Baker is a heartfelt plea to the people of Fulham during the cholera epidemic of 1849. The letter highlights the terrible consequences of disease, especially for the poorest of the parish living in awful conditions. Baker uses facts to make the case that the unsanitary conditions, such as bad water and cramped housing, are connected to the spread of the disease. He inspires the parishioners to unite and take action to fix these problems by improving sanitation, water, and housing. He proposes a plan to build better homes for the poor, arguing that improving public health is a moral responsibility leading to a safer community.