| Book Review | The Western Historical Quarterly, 35.4

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| Book Review | The Western Historical Quarterly, 35.4 | The History Cooperative

The Hutton Settlement: A Home for One Man's Family. By Doris H. Pieroth. (Spokane, WA: Washington State University Press, 2003. ix + 278 pp. Illustrations, appendix, notes, index. $29.95.)
In 1917, Levi Hutton announced he would use his wealth from North Idaho mining and Spokane real estate to create an orphanage to be run by Spokane's Ladies Benevolent Society. Doris Pieroth's book tells the intertwined stories of the Hutton Settlement, the work of its "Board Ladies," and changes in child welfare.	1
Hutton's announcement came at a crossroads in child welfare. Reacting to abuses in large institutions, Progressive reformers advocated supporting children at home or in foster homes. When homes were unsuitable, they preferred cottages, as did Hutton. An orphan himself, Hutton wanted his settlement to be a true home. It should keep siblings together, avoid regimentation, and encourage individualism. The Hutton Settlement opened in 1919 with four cottages housing twenty-five children each, extensive grounds, and a large farm and orchard. Pieroth presents it as a warm and homelike community; she attributes its success to Hutton's vision, the dedication of administrators and staff, and the continued commitment of the Board Ladies.	. . .

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