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Evangeline Booth, daughter of William Booth - founder of The Salvation Army - and one of the early National Commanders of The Salvation Army in the United States, became aware of the urgent need for respectable, clean and inexpensive residences for young working girls arriving in New York City. With a $500,000 grant from John Markle, a coal tycoon, such a residence was established in 1930 on a quiet, tree-lined street in Greenwich Village. An 18-story residence hotel on West 13th Street was officially named The Markle Memorial Residence. The Markle and other similar Salvation Army residences that sprung up around the city also became known as "Evangelines" in honor of the woman who was the driving force behind these "homes away from home." Today, The Salvation Army in New York City operates two residences, providing housing individuals. The Markle Residence has evolved into an intergenerational program for young women and senior citizens of both genders. These residences provide meals. In addition, the Markle offers a library, beauty shop, study room, canteen, lounge, laundry rooms, storage room and a roof garden in its conveniently located facility. The Williams Memorial Residence, located uptown at 720 West End Avenue, is exclusively for senior citizens and offers a full range of programs, including: exercise and craft classes, choir, bell choir and worship services. For all residences, applicants must contact the Director of Admissions. Personal interviews are required of all applicants.
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