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This image displays a typewritten document labeled "HALSTED STREET INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH," based in Chicago, Illinois. It describes the church's "institutional work," defined as activities beyond traditional church work.

Principal Activities:

The document lists a variety of social and community-oriented programs:

• Kindergarten: Early childhood education efforts.
• Industrial Work: Sewing for girls and manual training for boys.
• Clubs: Organized for women, young men, boys, and girls.
• Gymnasium: Gym classes from which social clubs have formed.
• Penny Savings: Encouraging savings among participants.
• Flower Mission: A community outreach initiative.
• Fresh Air Work: Rural visits and outings ranging from one-day trips to stays lasting one to six weeks.
• Temperance and Anti-Cigarette Work: Advocacy for sobriety and against smoking.

The document highlights the hosting of events and social gatherings at the church’s "home," emphasizing the influence these activities have on children. It notes that "five to thirty boys and girls" visit daily for informal interaction or leisure with books and games, ensuring their time is spent in wholesome ways rather than "less wholesome conditions." This portrays the church's dedication to nurturing the community's moral and social well-being.

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The image is a typewritten document from Halsted Street Institutional Church in Chicago, Illinois. It outlines the concept of "institutional work" as activities conducted by the church outside the usual lines of church work.

The document lists "Principal Activities" offered by the church, including:

• Kindergarten
• Industrial work such as sewing for girls and manual training for boys
• Clubs for women, young men, boys, and girls
• Gymnasium activities, which have led to the formation of several social clubs
• Penny Savings
• Flower Mission
• Fresh Air work, which involves visits to the country ranging from one to six weeks and day outings
• Temperance and Anti-Cigarette work

The document also mentions that a large number of entertainments and social gatherings have been held at the church throughout the year. It notes that nearly every day, five to thirty boys and girls visit to engage with workers or entertain themselves with games or books, thus spending time in a more wholesome environment.

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The image appears to be a document describing the "Institutional Work" carried out by the Halsted Street Institutional Church in Chicago, Illinois. The document lists the principal activities of the church, which include a kindergarten, industrial work such as sewing for girls and manual training for boys, clubs for women and young men and boys, a gymnasium, penny savings, a flower mission, fresh air work including visits to the country, and temperance and anti-cigarette work. The document also mentions that a large number of entertainments and social gatherings have been held in the home during the year, and that from five to thirty boys and girls regularly visit the home to interact with the workers or amuse themselves.

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The image shows a document titled "HALSTED STREET INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH" located in Chicago, Illinois. The document provides a definition of "Institutional work" as encompassing all forms of church activity aside from the usual church work.

The "PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES" section lists various activities carried out by the church, including:

• Kindergarten and industrial work like sewing for girls and manual training for boys
• Clubs for women, young men, boys and girls
• Gymnasium (with several social clubs organized from the gymnasium classes)
• Penny Savings and Flower Mission
• Fresh Air work with visits to the country ranging from one to six weeks
• Day's outings and Temperance and Anti-Cigarette work

It also mentions that many entertainments and social gatherings are held in the home throughout the year, with 5-30 boys and girls informally visiting the workers daily to play games or read books, spending time that would otherwise be spent in less wholesome conditions.

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This is a historical document describing the activities of the Halsted Street Institutional Church in Chicago, Illinois. The document outlines what "institutional work" means - essentially all church activities beyond traditional religious services.

The principal activities listed include:

• Kindergarten
• Industrial training (sewing for girls and manual training for boys)
• Clubs for various age groups
• Gymnasium activities that led to social club formation
• Penny Savings program
• Flower Mission
• Fresh Air work (including country visits lasting 1-6 weeks)
• Temperance and Anti-Cigarette campaigns

The document concludes with a paragraph describing how the church serves as a community center, noting that 5-30 young people visit daily for informal social activities, games, and reading. It emphasizes how these activities provide wholesome alternatives for youth to spend their time.

This appears to be a typed document, likely from the early 1900s given the institutional focus on temperance, industrial training, and "fresh air" programs which were common Progressive Era social reforms.

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The image is a typed document from the Halsted Street Institutional Church in Chicago, Illinois, detailing the principal activities of the church.

• Title
  • The title of the document is "HALSTED STREET INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH" and "Chicago, Ill."
• Introduction
  • The introduction states that "Institutional work is understood to include all of those forms of activity carried on by the church aside from the usual lines of church work."
• Principal Activities
  • The principal activities listed include:
    • Kindergarten
    • Industrial work including sewing for girls and manual training for boys
    • Clubs of women and young men, boys and girls
    • Gymnasium (From the gymnasium classes several social clubs have been organized)
    • Penny Savings Flower Mission
    • Fresh Air work including visits to the country ranging in length from one to six weeks and day's outings
    • Temperance and Anti-Cigarette work
• Entertainment and Social Gatherings
  • A large number of entertainments and social gatherings have been held in the home during the year
  • Scarcely a day passes that from five to thirty boys and girls do not come to the home informally to have a bit of a visit with the workers or to amuse themselves with games or books, thus spending many an hour that would otherwise be spent in less wholesome conditions

The document provides an overview of the various activities and programs offered by the Halsted Street Institutional Church in Chicago, Illinois. It highlights the church's commitment to providing a range of services and opportunities for its members, including education, socialization, and personal development.

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The image presents a typed document on a beige background, featuring the title "HALSTED STREET INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH" at the top. The text is organized into sections, with the first section discussing institutional work and its various forms carried out by the church. The second section, titled "PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES," lists several activities, including kindergarten, industrial work, clubs for women and young men, boys and girls, gymnasium classes, Penny Savings Flower Mission, Fresh Air work, and Temperance and Anti-Cigarette work.

The third section highlights the large number of entertainments and social gatherings held in the home during the year, with scarcely a day passing that from five to thirty boys and girls do not come to the home informally to have a bit of a visit with the workers or to amuse themselves with games or books, thus spending many an hour that would otherwise be spent in less wholesome conditions. Overall, the document provides information about the activities and events organized by the Halsted Street Institutional Church.

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The image is a scanned page from an old document, featuring a list of activities and programs associated with the Halstead Street Institutional Church in Chicago, Illinois. The text is written in black ink on a cream-colored paper, with the title "HALSTED STREET INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH" at the top, followed by "SHHH" and "Chicago, Ill." The main body of the text discusses "Institutional work" which includes various activities beyond typical church services. These activities include Kindergarten, industrial work such as sewing for girls and manual training for boys, clubs for women and young men, and social clubs organized from gymnasium classes. Other activities mentioned are Penny Savings, Flower Mission, Fresh Air work, Temperance, and Anti-Cigarette work. The document also highlights the numerous entertainments and social gatherings held in the church, which provided a positive environment for children and young people, keeping them away from less wholesome conditions.

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The image is a typed document titled "HALSTED STREET INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH" in Chicago, Illinois. The document appears to be a report or description of the church's activities and programs. The text is organized into several sections, each detailing different aspects of the church's work.

The first section, "PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES," lists various programs and services offered by the church. These include:

• Kindergarten: Educational programs for young children.
• Industrial work: Vocational training, with sewing classes for girls and manual training for boys.
• Clubs: Various clubs for women, young men, boys, and girls.
• Gymnasium: Physical education and sports activities, which have led to the formation of several social clubs.
• Penny Savings: A program encouraging financial literacy and savings among members.
• Flower Mission: An initiative focused on distributing flowers, possibly for aesthetic or therapeutic purposes.
• Fresh Air work: Programs involving visits to the countryside, ranging from one to six weeks, and day outings. These activities aim to provide fresh air and nature experiences for participants.
• Temperance and Anti-Cigarette work: Campaigns or programs aimed at promoting temperance (moderation in alcohol consumption) and discouraging cigarette use.

The document also mentions that the church holds "a large number of entertainments and social gatherings" throughout the year. It notes that "scarcely a day passes that from five to thirty boys and girls do not come to the home informally to have a bit of a visit with the workers or to amuse themselves with games or books." This suggests that the church serves as a community center where children and youth can spend time in a wholesome environment, away from potentially harmful influences.

The text is written in a formal, descriptive style, providing a comprehensive overview of the church's community engagement and social services. The document likely serves as an annual report or promotional material to inform the community about the church's contributions and activities.

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The image is a document, likely a typed page from a report or informational piece. It discusses the "HALSTED STREET INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH" located in Chicago, Illinois, and outlines its activities.

The document starts with a definition of "Institutional work," describing it as activities the church carries out beyond the standard church services.

The "PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES" are then listed, which include:

• Kindergarten
• Industrial work, including sewing for girls and manual training for boys
• Clubs for women and young men, and clubs for boys and girls
• Gymnasium, with social clubs organized from the gym classes
• Penny Savings
• Flower Mission
• "Fresh Air" work, including visits to the country, lasting one to six weeks, as well as day outings
• Temperance and Anti-Cigarette work

The document concludes with a quote highlighting that the church serves as a gathering place for children and youth. They come to visit the workers, play games, or read books, to spend their time in a more wholesome way.

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The image is a document, likely a page from a report or brochure, detailing the activities of the Halsted Street Institutional Church in Chicago, Illinois. The document is typed, and the text includes the church's name and location, followed by a statement defining "institutional work" as activities outside the usual church work. It then lists "Principal Activities," including Kindergarten, industrial work (sewing for girls, manual training for boys), clubs for various age groups, a gymnasium, Penny Savings, Flower Mission, Fresh Air work, and Temperance and Anti-Cigarette work. The document ends with a quote describing the church as a place where children can spend time in a wholesome environment, with entertainments, social gatherings, and informal visits with the workers.

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The image is a typed document from Halsted Street Institutional Church in Chicago, Illinois. The document discusses the concept of "institutional work," which encompasses various activities carried out by the church beyond its usual religious services.

The principal activities listed include:

1. Kindergarten: Providing early education for young children.
2. Industrial Work: Offering vocational training such as sewing for girls and manual training for boys.
3. Clubs: Organizing clubs for different groups including women, young men, boys, and girls.
4. Gymnasium: Utilizing gymnasium classes to form several social clubs.
5. Penny Savings: Encouraging financial savings among members.
6. Flower Mission: Likely related to distributing flowers, possibly for charitable or decorative purposes.
7. Fresh Air Work: Organizing outings and visits to the countryside, ranging from day trips to six-week stays.
8. Temperance and Anti-Cigarette Work: Promoting abstinence from alcohol and tobacco.

The document also mentions that the church hosts numerous entertainments and social gatherings throughout the year. It highlights that the church home is a popular destination for boys and girls aged five to thirty, who visit to interact with workers or engage in activities like games and reading. This indicates the church's significant role in providing a wholesome environment and constructive activities for the community.