Add to ORKGTalks about upbringing in, and workings of, Mountsorrel Workhouse, Leicestershire, where parents were Master and Matron. Describes workhouse building, inmates' work, staff, dormitories, uniforms, admissions process, processing of tramps who moved between workhouses. Mention of the 'mental defectives' ward, Board of Guardians, facilities for children, social life, communications system of talking through pipes. Briefly mentions effects of means test. Remembers being ribbed at school, parents entertaining, good food. Mentions names of a few inmates. Recalls joining father's office from school; describes work, first telephone, gas mantles, concerts. Explains change of control to County Council made little difference other than change of name ...