carriages in the 1800's

The main transportation in the 19th century were horses and carriages. Since there weren’t any cars, airplanes, or other transportation they had this. Also, trains were starting up to go too far places from people’s local towns. In England, carrying goods of such sort were carts, drays, vans, and wagons which were for low order people. Carriages were for the high-end people of England.

Ringer Houses

In the Victorian Era, Sex workers worked in houses called Ringer Houses. Ringer Houses were known as prostitution houses. These houses were mainly owned by a ring or a chain. There were private parties and other events held in Ringer Houses. Since The Contagious Disease Act was passed in 1864, women had to complete medical examinations. If they didn't, they were forced to do it. The women who were infected were she would attend the hospital for three months. The medical examinations only cost between three and five dollars.