The Journey From Orphan To Soke

Author : Louisiana Orphan Train Society
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781936707027
Total Pages : 104 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (7 download)

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Download or read book From Cradle to Grave written by Louisiana Orphan Train Society and published by . This book was released on 2014-09-01 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the mean streets of New York City in the early 1900s, children were either left on the streets to fend for themselves or taken to an orphanage. They were torn from families who were destitute, sick or dying. Leaving the streets of New York, the children came to the countryside of Louisiana by trains, escorted by their nuns, nurses, and agents. The orphan train rider's stories may sound like fiction, but in reality, it is the story of their lives. From Cradle to Grave is only a small collection of stories from the descendents who put together the bits and pieces they received from relatives. Treatment of the orphans to some was an injustice, but in actuality it was a blessing. They were given shelter, food, and medical care. With the passage of time, they were placed on trains and sent to other states. They rode the rails for a better life. Though many were faced with perils and hardships, many were not. They were survivors and overcame those perils and hardships. For many orphans, cotton, corn, and sweet potato fields were not only their workplace, but their playgrounds as well, especially in the southern part of Louisiana where farming was the way of life. Many of the orphans who were brought to these farms, learned farming first-hand, and became successful later in life even though they may not have had a formal education. For too many years, they were ignored and their stories were hushed. They were ashamed of being orphans, mostly because they were often reminded of who they were and where they came from. However, they bounced back, they were accepted and were raised in the cultures of their communities. Though most have left their earthly homes, it's time to reflect on what they were able to accomplish. The majority were good providers and overprotective of their children. They were always looking for better things for their children than they had been provided with. Their stories are proof that hard work and a positive attitude make anything possible.