This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1849 Excerpt: ...are employed in various branches of manufacture, for which there is a depository. There is also an asylum and school for children; an obstetric department; and an extensive library, medical and miscellaneous. The average number of paupers is 1500, which is much augmented in the winter season. Strangers wishing to visit this establishment are admitted at any time. The shortest route, is to go to the foot of South street, where there is a ferry which lands you on the grounds belonging to the Almshouse. The Chestnut street line of omnibusses runs out to the Schuylkill. THE NAVAL ASYLUM AND MARINE HOSPITAL, ON THE GRAY'S FEBRY ROAD, BELOW SOUTH STREET. This handsome building was founded by some of the officers of the navy, as a home for veterans, and is supported by contributions from the officers and Bailors, together with the interest of a fund. The edifice is of white marble; the centre, which THE NAVAL ASYLUM. 63 is embellished by a handsome portico and entablature, supported by eight Ionic columns, projects from the wings, one on each side of the main building, to which are attached spacious balconies. In front is a large area, laid out with gravel walks and grass plats, in which, in fine weather, many an old sailor may be seen taking exercise. Visiters will apply at the gate for admittance, and they will be shown the different rooms, &c., by one of the officers. The basement contains a large refectory, kitchen, &c. The first floor has eight rooms, occupied by the keeper and his assistants; also, apartments for the surgeons, apothecaries, &c.: in the rear is the chapel lighted by sky-lights. The second story contains the dormitories, baths, &c. In the wings, each three stories high, are halls, offices, operating-rooms, workshops, &c. Th...