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On the other hand Written by Tracy W (4/2/2006 8:05 p.m.) in consequence of the missive, They were quite well off., penned by Reeba

On the other hand, ten children would need to be supported into adulthood - the daughters provided with dowries, and the sons with professions. Plus Catherine has three older brothers, and we all know how much teenage boys can eat and how fast they grow. :)

Quite possibly the Morlands decided to save the money rather than spend it on a governess.

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A couple of observations about ch.1 Line (4/1/2006 9:35 a.m.)

Well, Jane was a from a large family Carolyn (4/1/2006 9:58 a.m.)
Large families MaryAnn K. (4/1/2006 1:59 p.m.)
- Governesses Pennie (4/1/2006 4:58 p.m.)
  - They were quite well off. Reeba (4/2/2006 4:36 a.m.)
    - On the other hand Tracy W (4/2/2006 8:05 p.m.)
- I am in favour of ... Reeba (4/1/2006 5:04 p.m.)
  - Caring for the little ones Karon (4/1/2006 8:54 p.m.)

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