19th century - Whitechapel / Jack the Ripper Flashcards
1
Q
What years was Whitechapel running?
A
1870 - 1900
2
Q
Around how many people sought out shelter?
A
8500 people
3
Q
What happened if you couldn’t afford a bed?
A
Slept standing up with a rope to hold you up
4
Q
How much was a bed each night?
A
Double - 8p
Single - 4p
5
Q
How many people could sleep in the same room
A
9+
6
Q
Why was there a high crime / death rate?
A
- Large / increasing amount of helpless people
- More alleyways