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Good housing that pays $b A study of the aims and the accomplishment of the Octavia Hill Association, 1896-1917

By Fullerton L. (Fullerton Leonard) Waldo

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In early 1900s Philadelphia, one group's radical plan aims to change lives, one clean, affordable home at a time.

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2023-02-18
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"Good Housing That Pays" by Fullerton L. Waldo, is a historical analysis that inspects the Octavia Hill Association's mission to supply suitable homes for families with less money in Philadelphia between 1896 and 1917. It goes into detail about the group's dedication to using the ideas of Octavia Hill, a housing reformer, to bring about social change in Philadelphia. It highlights the difficulties faced by low-income families in Philadelphia, in addition to the Association's work to instill in them a sense of duty and community. The book examines the real-world experiences of landlords and renters, offering a thorough examination of the strategies and tactics employed to improve people's lives through enhanced property management and community participation.

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