a work-house, or place of correction for vagrants, strumpets, and other disorderly persons. These are made to work, being maintained with an annual stipend of £8. They are sent by paupers into their native countries; however, while they remain here, they are not only made to work, but, according to their crimes, receive once a fortnight such a number of stripes as the governor commands.

BRIDGEBOW, near Fleet-street, is a foundation of a mixt and singular nature, partaking of the hospital, the prison, and work-house; it was founded in 1533, by Edward VI., who gave the place where King John had formerly kept his court, and which had been repaired by Henry VIII., to the city of London, with 700 marks of land, bedding, and other furniture. Several youths are sent to the hospital as apprentices to manufacturers, who reside there; they are clothed in blue doublets and breeches, with white hats. Having faithfully served their time of seven years, they have their freedom, and a donation of 10l. each, for carrying on their respective trades.