Seattle’s Salvation Army Shelter Fed 6,000 in a Single Month—and Needed Firewood Customers

In his monthly report for February, F. U. Fowler, who is in charge of the food and shelter department of the Salvation Army's social work at Weller and South Second streets, shows that much good is being done in relieving the distress of the needy. During that month 6,000 meals were furnished and 2,400 lodgings given. Garments were given to 20 persons, employment was found for 34 men and women, 20 outside families were relieved and 580 baths were given. The receipts of the shelter are hardly equal to the expenses thereof, though they would be if a sufficient number of customers could be found for the woodyard. Mr. Fowler says that the yard is now well stocked with stove wood cut to any size, and he appeals to all persons using such to send in their orders for some, and thus, while getting full value for their money, aid to maintain an institution which is doing much toward relieving the needs of the unemployed. These orders can be sent in by telephone and will receive prompt attention. During the month donations were received from banks, businesses and individuals, and the city of Seattle gave $97.