| Description | Jeanne Bostock, a 45 year old widow, requests to be admitted to the Hospital. She is the daughter of Claude Foulon, originally from Normandy. She suffers from a mental illness or a form of dementia. Her parents cannot look after her and there is a concern that she might be a danger to herself and others. The petition is signed by Mary Taaffe, John Troutbeck and William Starling. Pinned to the petition is certificate from Demedis, a doctor, confirming her condition, dated 16 July 1764. |