Archival Series Record books (1905 - 1928)

Marrickville Maternity Home

From

18 March 1905

To

22 March 1928

Summary

These volumes record quite a lot of information for each woman admitted to the Home. They include biographical information such as name, where born, age, marital status, parents' names and addresses, religion, whether the woman had been in prison, hospital or any other homes, employment history, literacy, from where and by whom sent to the Home, and when the baby was due. The information about the baby includes name, date and place of birth, name and address of father, how the child was supported, and, in cases where the baby was adopted, the name and address of the adopting parents. There is also information about the mother's discharge from the Home, including a general summary of her 'career' and any reports after leaving.

Quantity: 7 volumes

Access Former residents and clients can access information about themselves after providing proof of identity. Access to information may be given to a third party providing they have written permission from the person to whom the information relates, can prove a connection with that person, or show evidence that the person is deceased. All other applications for access will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Access to information about adoptions is subject to the provisions of the NSW Adoption Act 2000.

Contact
Salvation Army Social Services and Programs
Special Search Service
(The Special Search Service is for family members who are separated by some form of NSW Government intervention.)
PO Box A435, Sydney South, NSW 1235
Phone: 1300 667 366
Fax: ( 02) 9211 2044

Family Tracing Service NSW and ACT
PO Box A435, Sydney South, NSW 1235
Phone: (02) 9211 0277
Fax: (02) 9211 2044