In the year 1878 Tottenham High-road was flooded from Bruce Grove to
White Hart-lane. One of the sons of Mr. Gripper, of the Bell Brewery,
had a boat, and rowed up and down, taking passengers at 6d. each, the
money being given to the Tottenham Hospital. The Tottenham Hospital and
Deaconesses’ Institution was started by Dr. Laseron in 1868. He worked
indefatigably on its behalf, and people were so willing to help him that
those who were unable to give money gave their jewellery. It was
recognised that a hospital was much needed; the present building shows
how this need has gone on increasing.