During the Great Depression and Second World War, in East Chester, N.S., an unlicensed residence for unwed mothers called the Ideal Maternity Home "sold" babies to outside families. It was operated by Lila and William Young. There was a lot of abuse that went on and many newborns died. They were called "butterbox babies" for the makeshift wooden coffins they were placed into. People paid up to $10,000 (usually disguised as a donation) to adopt children from the home. People wanted healthy, white babies. Those considered "unmarketable" the Youngs let starve by feeding them only molasses and water. Many died that way and were buried in butter boxes from a local creamery.
Several books have been written about the sad tale and a movie as well. An internet search will provide the full story. Survivors established a memorial near the site of the home in 1997 and have a Facebook group.
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