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In my opinion, I think to make a positive name for your family is to help out in the community. If you help out in the community more people will trust and rely on you. Family can also have an impact because of the class you were born into such as the Royal family who are known positively around the world.
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i found this on history.com so this is not my knowledge just wanted to help
"The concept of the poorhouse originated in England during the 17th century. Municipalities were expected to care for their poor, and made a distinction between people who were old and unable to care for themselves and the able-bodied. People who were able to work were expected to do so—and could be imprisoned if they refused."
Basically they would go to prison if they refused to work.
P.S. sorry if im too late