Ivor Snaith was the superintendent of the Church of England Boys Home, Walkerville, later known as Kennion House. In this interview he talks about his social work training and work with Boys' Clubs in Liverpool. He then discusses his move to Adelaide and his role as superintendent from 1954 to 1969. He describes the routine of the Home and his aims to create a less institutional, more family-like atmosphere. He mentions a number of the boys.
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Prepared by: Gary George
Created: 12 June 2014, Last modified: 14 August 2017
Last updated: 7 August 2023
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