Esther Claisse Esther Claisse, a 51 year old woman, requests to be admitted to the Hospital. Her father, Boniface Claisse, was originally from Cambrai. Esther has been a member of the French Church of London for about 34 years. She is a silkweaver but can no longer work due to a neurological condition. She also suffers from oedema and rheumatism. The petition is signed by A Platrier, Peter Fremont, P Fontaneau and John Bernard. 4 Dec 1830