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Stockholm and Swedish cities contract with Salvation Army
The municipalities of Stockholm and other Swedish cities have entered into contracts with the Salvation Army to care for the poor distressed and floating population. A 19th century reminiscence quotes an old mechanic recalling gold prospecting to California and Fraser River finds, describing adventurous times and eventual return to Washington with most companions dead except the cook and himself.
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