A Midwife's Tale: The Life of Martha Ballard, Based on Her Diary, 1785-1812

How much does Martha charge per birth for her services as a midwife as noted in the biography, A Midwife’s Tale: The Life of Martha Ballard, Based on Her Diary, 1785-1812?

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Asked by Jill W on 12 Nov 16:00

Last updated by Jill W on 12 Nov 16:01

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Answered by Jill W on 12 Nov 16:01

Martha charged six shillings per birth for her services as a midwife.

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A Midwife’s Tale: The Life of Martha Ballard, Based on Her Diary, 1785-1812