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What is The name of the first documented child who was reported to be abused (in year 1874): and explain in detail?
The first documented and reported case of child abuse occurred in 1874. A child named Mary Ellen was discovered chained to her bedpost. She was beaten regularly and was found to be severely malnourished. A New York City Church group reported the situation to the police.