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Tetanus.
1 Hypertrophied prostrate, Hypostatic Pnuemonia 1
Hypertrophied prostate, Chronic Nephritis 1
In reviewing the deaths of the service during the year 1933, it is interesting to note the high percentage of patients entering the hospital for treatment in the terminal stage of their disease. The average stay in the hospital of 26 patients was seven days. Of this number 8 died on the first day of admission, 3 on the second, 3 on the third, 2 on the fourth, 4 on the sixth, 1 on the seventh, 3 on the eighth and 2 on the thirteenth day.
If, in such cases, an earlier admission to the hospital had been made, might we not look for a lenghtening of life of these patients?
The efficiency of the work of the service has been maintained through the full co-operation of the members of the service. I wish to express my apprecia- tion for the efficient care of the patients given by the nurses, and the close co- operation of the physicians on the service during the past year.
Respectfully submitted, Herbert Lowell Rich, M. D., Chief of Medical Service.
To the Board of Managers, and Members of the Staff of Sturdy Memorial Hospital,
I herein submit the annual report for the Department of Obstetrics: Total number of patients. 584
Mothers 298
Babies 286
Stillbirths 12
Caesareans 2
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Deaths :-
Mother-Rheumatic heart disease, mitral stenosis Pregnant
Newborn. Premature birth 8
12
Cerebral hemorrhage . 4
During the past year there has been an increase in the number of mothers entering the hospital for the treatment of complications arising during the period of gestation. The death rate of babies has not materially changed in the past year-premature births accounting for eight ard cerebral hemorrhage for the other four. There have been no deaths from the diseases of infancy. There were seven cases of impetigo during the year. At no time were there more than two cases in the nursery. We feel that this limitation of the prevalence of impetigo is very gratifying as it is one of the most common of all the minor troubles we have to contend with in infancy.
The ward work very materially increased and the hearty cooperation of the Staff has been very gratifying. The cheerful and untiring efforts of the Super- visor and Nursing Staff has greatly facilitated the work of the Department.
Respectfully submitted, Joshua W. Clarke, M. D., Chief of Obstetric Staff.
To the Board of Managers,
and Members of the Visiting Staff of Sturdy Memorial Hospital:
During the year 1933 the Department of Anesthesia of your hospital has continued to function as efficiently as in the past.
There has been a marked and welcomed increase in pre-operative conferences between the various departments. These consultations are particularly valuable in cases of patients considered a. poor surgical risks.
In the period covered by this report the members of the Anesthesi u service atterded 989 patients. Eight hundred of these have had general anesthesia. The remainder have been operated upon under local, rectal or spinal medication as indicated.
Dr. Battershall, Dr. Stobbs and myself again thank the medical, surgical and nursing staffs for their cooperation.
Respectfully submitted, Frederick V. Murphy, M. D., Head of the Department of Anesthesia.
To the Board of Managers,
and Members of the Staff of the Sturdy Memorial Hospital,
Gentlemen :-
The following is a resume of cases treated in the Physiotherapy Department during the year 1933:
Number of patients admitted to the department 68 Number of visits to the department. 904
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Treatments given :
Massage.
510
Diathermy. 497
Ultra Violet (A. C.) . 181
Ultra Violet (W. C.)
86
Autocondensation.
14
Sinusoidal 26
Infra Red.
580
Total
1894
(This exceeds the previous year by 5 patients and 103 treatments)
Diseased conditions treated :
Acne vulgaris .
2
Granulating wounds
12
Cervical adenitis
2
Toxic arthritis
3
Sub-deltoid bursitis
4
Bronchitis
3
Contusions
4
Fractures.
24
Hemiplegia
3
Impetigo
2
Myositis 2
1
Sacro-lumbar strain
3
Synovitis.
2
Herpes Zoster
1
Total 68
Respectfully submitted,
William O. Hewitt, M. D., Head of the Department of Physiotherapy.
To the Board of Managers,
and Members of the Staff of the Sturdy Memorial Hospital,
Gentlemen :
The work done in the laboratory is briefly summed up as follows:
Routine blood examinations. 2508
Routine urine examinations 3479
Special urine examinations. 157
Flood chemistry examinations 308
Bacteriological examinations 434
Stool examinations.
33
Stomach contents examinations
12
Spinal fluid examinations.
27
Blood cultures
17
Blood typing
92
Samples of blood collected and sent away for examination
119
Post Mortem examinations .
5
Surgical specimens examined.
318
Pneumonia .
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These examinations represent about the same amount of work as last year. there being a smaller number of some and an increased number of others more time consuming.
At the regular staff meeting in November, 1932, I was asked to make a study of a series of appendix cases and correlate the pathological findings with the white counts. A study was made of seventy-three cases over a period of five months, November, 1932, to April, 1933, inclusive. A report with charts was read at the September staff meeting.
The conclusions drawn were that while an acute appendix generally has an increased white count, the white count is unreliable as to the prediction of the extent of the pathological process.
Respectfully submitted.
James H. Brewster, M. D. Pathologist.
TREASURER'S AND AUDITOR'S REPORT
Deficit-General Fund-
Schedule B-1 shows that the deficit of $18,134.66 at the beginning of the year had increased to $20,855. 77 at the close. This increase represents the excess of expenses over receipts amounting to $2,721.11.
A comparison of the deficit as per books on the cash basis with the deficit as it would be on the accrual basis follows:
Deficit as per ledger account $20,855.77
Add: Accounts payable. 2,544.08
23,409.85
Deduct : Accounts receivable considered good. 15,316.71
Deficit on accrual basis 8,093.14
Cash-Trust Fund-
All trust fund cash receipts and disbursements were traced through the records and found in order. Cash in the First National Bank was verified through correspondence.
Trust Fund Investments- -
The detail of trust fund investments is shown in schedule D-1.
All securities were examined at the safe deposit vaults of the First Natioral Bank and found in order.
As discussed in our previous reports, we found a certificate of deposit in connection with the placing of $5,000.00 Lincoln Mortgage and Title Guarantee Company bonds due November 1, 1937, with the protective committee represent- ing bondholders in liquidation proceedings. No payments of principal or interest were received in 1933.
Ve also saw a certificate for 50 shares of Humarock & North River Land Associatior, which is carried on the books at no value.
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The amounts on deposit in the Attleboro Savings Bank in six different accounts were verefied through correspondence.
Buildings and equipment accounts remained unchanged during 1933. As usual, no depreciation was taken into account.
A column has been provided in schedule D-1 for showing market values on investments as of December 31, 1933, when same are available for insertion by the treasurer.
Bonding and Insurance-
All fire insurance policies were examined and the coverage is summarized below:
Main hospital building
Buildings $125,000.00
Contents
$ 25,000.00
Total $150,000:00
Maternity building
75,000.00
10,000.00
85,000.00
Operating section
15,000.00
2,500.00
17,500.00
Nurses' home.
13,000.00
5,000.00
18,000.00
Nurses' dormitory
20,000.00
4,000.00
24,000.00
Power house .
10,000.00
5,000.00
15,000.00
Cottage and shed
3,200.00
3,200.00
261,200.00
51,500.00
312,700.00
Certificate-
We hereby certify that the statements herewith set forth correctly, in our opinion, all cash transactions of the treasurer of The Attleborough Hospital, for the calendar year 1933, the balance of cash and securities on hand December 31, 1933, and the indebtedness on loans December 31, 1933.
Respectfully submitted,
Ward, Fisher & Company.
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THE ATTLEBOROUGH HOSPITAL Statement of Cash Receipts and Disbursements General Fund, Year 1933 EXHIBIT A
Balance, January 1, 1933:
Checking account, First National Bank .
$ 40.10
Office Fund .
25.00
Due from trust fund
.24 $ 65.34
Receipts :
Patients:
X-ray
$ 5,818.50
Laboratory .
1,177.50
Physiotherapy
500.00
Metabolism
63.00
Ambulance.
819.00
Other receipts from patients
51,619.67
59,997.67
Sale of books, supplies, etc.
Miscellaneous receipts.
69.68
Total from operation of hospital.
60,443.71
Donations.
2,150.00
Annual memberships
340.00
Income from trust fund investments (net)
16,121.97
Total other receipts
18,611.97
Net increase in loans.
2,800.00
81,855.68
Total to be accounted for
81,921.02
Diskurser ents :
Postage
186.62
Repairs and maintenance.
1,829.59
Telephone and telegraph
582.33
Office supplies.
510.16
Interest paid .
1,008.27
Bank service charge and check tax
90.55
X-Ray payments .
2,888.66
Laboratory payments
588.75
Physiotherapy payments
248.50
Ambulance payments.
409.50
Ambulance expense
80.79
Supplies and equipment
8,175.63
Salaries.
42,766.82
Housekeeping supplies.
17,552.72
Heat, light and power
3,733.93
Miscellaneous expenses
1,123.97
Total disbursements to cover expenses of operation of hospital
81,776.79
Balance, December 31, 1933:
119.23
Checking account, First National Bank Office Fund
25.00
144.23
376.36
79,055.68
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THE ATTLEBOROUGH HOSPITAL Schedule of Donations General Fund, Year 1933 SCHEDULE A-1
Sturdy Memorial Hospital Aid Association:
Two free beds
$500.00
Special maternity aid.
500.00
$1,000.00
Women's Alliance of the Pilgrim Church.
100.00
Town of Rehoboth (free bed)
250.00
Friend
50.00
Town of Seekonk (free bed)
250.00
Frank J. Ryder (free bed)
250.00
R. F. Simmons Co. (free bed)
250.00
2,150.00
THE ATTLEBOROUGH HOSPITAL Schedule of Annual Membership Receipts Year 1933 SCHEDULE A-2
Mr. and Mrs. John Tweedy
$ 20.00
Max Schweinshaut.
10.00
Thomas S. Carpenter
10.00
Lawrence E. Baer
10.00
Samuel M. Holman
10.00
Etta P. Kent
10.00
William H. Bannon
10.00
Donald A. Barrows.
10.00
Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Horton
20.00
Fred E. Sturdy
10.00
Fred L. Torrey
10.00
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Briggs
20.00
Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Stone.
20.00
Joseph Rioux
10.00
Fd. F. Thayer
10.00
H. D. Baker
10.00
Alfred D. Crosby
10.00
Bonner D. Mason
10.00
Dr. and Mrs. William M. Stobbs
20.00
Rev. Thomas F. McNulty
10.00
Rosella Mason Dimond. 10.00
Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Gilmore
20.00
Mr. and Mrs. Milford E. Bliss
20.00
H. Dean Baker, Jr 10.00
10.00
Karl H. Hyde.
10.00
George Nerney
10.00
James L. Wiggmore.
340.00
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THE ATTLEBOROUGH HOSPITAL Schedule of Income from Trust Fund Investments General Fund, Year 1933 SCHEDULE A-3
Interest :
On bonds.
$11,835.78
On savings accounts
1,076.23
On trust fund checking account
15.14
On loans to general fund
116.56
$13,043.71
Dividends :
On co-operative and savings and loan bank shares 1,296.75
On industrial shares (Royal Weaving Co.) 1,000.00
300.00
2,596.75
Rent of Trust Property (Cottage)
650.00
16,290.46
Deduct :
Repairs on Trust Property (Cottage)
150.40
Taxes-Town of Norton.
5.52
Office Supplies-Trust Fund
9.15
Miscellaneous Charges
3.42
168.49
16,121.97
THE ATTLEBOROUGH HOSPITAL Summary of General Fund Accounts December 31, 1933 EXHIBIT B
Cash in checking account $ 119.23
25.00
Deficit.
20,855.77
21,000.00
Notes payable.
21,000.00
THE ATTLEBOROUGH HOSPITAL Analysis of Deficit General Fund, Year 1933 SCHEDULE B-1
Deficit, December 31, 1932
$18,134.66
Expenses During the Year 1933
$81,776.79
Receipts During the Year 1933: From patients, supply sales, etc. $60,443.71
From donations. 2,150.00
From annual memberships 340.00
From income from trust fund investments. 16,121.97
79,055.68
Expenses in Excess of Receipts 2,721.11
Deficit, December 31, 1933
20,855.77
Cash in office fund.
On bond investment trust shares.
THE ATTLEBOROUGH HOSPITAL Summary of Trust Fund Accounts, December 31, 1933 EXHIBIT D 954.36 Fund Accounts:
Cash ... . Notes receivable. Savings accounts Bonds. .
11,600.00 Albert W. & Ella Winsor Foundation .. $ 93,125.00
17,562.73 Charles C. Wilmarth 10,000.00
292,437.75 Emily H. Horton. 1,000.00
Stocks.
56,100.00
Harriet A. Robinson Wilmarth Per- manent Bed . 5,000.00
Real estate and equipment :
Sturdy Foundation . 30,000.00
William R. Cobb. 5,000.00
Donated buildings and equipment. .
172,392.72
Mary A. Wilmarth Permanent Bed. . 5,000.00
Dorothy Sulloway Sweet Per. Bed.
5,000.00
Annie L. Ray Permanent Bed.
5,000.00
Albert K. & Mary J. Hunton Per- manent Bed . 5,000.00
Francis A. Crandall. 500.00
Sarah B. Finberg
2,000.00
Henrietta F. Leonard.
1,803.30
Life Membership
4,150.00
James H. & Adah S. Sturdy Real Estate Foundation. 30,000.00
Ida C. Bright Permanent Bed .
5,000.00
Sarah J. & Mary Briggs
5,000.00
Sturdy Memorial Hospital Alumnae Association Permanent Bed.
5,000.00
Laura V. Gustin Conibear.
1,000.00
Georgianna H. Williams
500.00
J. Frank Mason.
10,000.00
Florence M. Sweet Permanent Bed.
5,000.00
Norman Lund . 512.73
Elizabeth S. Haynes.
2,200.00
Joseph L. Sweet
150,000.00
Gertrude E. Kendall.
11,250.00
Helen and Henry Wexel.
5,000.00
Sundry Donations for Buildings and Equipment
10,000.00
Estate of Fannie M. Tappan, Dona- tions for Buildings and Equipment . . . 10,000.00 Sweet Donations for Buildings and Equipment . 152,392.72
1925 Campaign. 363,294.46
908,728.21 24,506.98
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Surplus . .
$933,235.19
$933,235.19
ANNUAL REPORT
1925 Campaign bldgs. and equip ... . 349,887.63
Equity in Haynes tenement prop. 2,300.00 554,580.35
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THE ATTLEBOROUGH HOSPITAL Schedule of Life Members Trust Fund, December 31, 1933 SCHEDULE D-2
Maurice J. Paer
Helena A. Leach
Lloyd G. Palfour
Ellen L. Mason
Walter B. Ballou
Charles A. Mooers
Randolph E. Pell
Dr. Frederick V. Murphy
C. O. Gustav Peuttel
Geneva E. Murphy
Amos S. Flackinton
Edgar A. Remington
George S. Bliven
Lillian B. Remington
*Philip E. Brady
Frank J. Ryder
Fred E. Briggs
Gertrude F. Ryder
Alberta F. Carpenter
George A. Rich Charlotte A. Rich
*Miles L. Carter
Alice M. Richardson
*George W. Cheever
Harold K. Richardson
Harriet O. Cheever
Frank H. Sadler
*Fdward P. Claflin
Naomi W. Sawyer
*Martha A. Claflin
George F. Sawyer
Ruth W. Clap
Frank E. Smith
Dr. Joshua W. Clarke
Samuel M. Stone
W. E. Coles
Tilda B. Stone
Theron S. Curtis
Mary E. Sweeney
Flanche Daggett
Florence M. Sweet
*William J. Dobson (2) Joseph Finberg Victor R. Glencross
Hayward H. Sweet
*Edward L. Gowen
*Joseph L. Sweet
Horace B. Gowen Jessie M. Gowen
Leonilda Sweeney
Graduate Nurses Club
Mary A. Toner
Dr. William O. Hewitt
James V. Toner
Harry R. Holbrook
Annie F. Upham
Lida M. Holbrook Albert S. Ingraham
Charles A. V hiting
*Gertrude E. Kendall Walter M. Kendall Annie G. King
*Josie A. Whiting Beatrice W. Wilmarth
Dr. Ralph P. Kent
*Charles C. Wilmarth *Mary A. Wilmarth Rathbun Willard
Edwin F. Leách
John Wolfenden
Max London
Harry C. Wolfenden
William J. Luther
Blanche Wolfenden
David E. Makepeace
Myra B. Makepeace *Deceased
THE ATTLEBOROUGH HOSPITAL Analysis of Surplus Trust Fund, Year 1933 SCHEDULE D-3
BALANCE, DECEMBER 31, 1932 $24,225.63
Add: Net Profit on sales of securities. 281.35
BALANCE, DECEMBER 31, 1933. 24,506.98
FRED L. WETHERELL, Treasurer
Gertrude H. Sweet
Harold E. Sweet
Marian H. Sweet
William L. King
Ernest T. Upham
Marion P. Carter
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE SECRETARY of the STURDY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL AID ASSOCIATION
October 2, 1933
During the year there have been three regular meetings of the Sturdy Me- morial Hospital Aid Association and the annual meeting. The President, Mrs. Frark E. Allen, has presided at all the meetings and the average attendance has been twelve.
The Pruchasing Committee with Mrs. Harold E. Sweet as chairman has, as usual, devoted much time to the selection of necessary supplies and materials for the use of the hospital. The purchases include blankets, curtains, dishes and general equipment as well as gowns for doctors and nurses, surgical dressings and garments for patients ard innumerable articles required for the successful and efficient operation of the hospital. A Linen Marking machine with dies, a vacuum cleaner and other articles have been added to the permanent equipment of the institution.
The Sewing Committee with Mrs. Walter A. Briggs and Mrs. Leland B. Smith as co-chairmen has cut and distributed to various church organizations a large number of garments and supplies, reporting a total of 2,388 pieces. This work involves much labor and time on the part of the committee and they are to be commended for the efficient manner in which it has been accomplished. The Sewing Committee and the officers of the Aid Association again express their appreciation of the cooperation of the organizations which give so generously of their time for the completion of these articles.
The annual donation day with Mrs. Frederick V. Murphy as chairman was very successful. Although is was felt that owing to the economic situation it might not be possible to secure as generous contributions as in previous years a vast amount of food and supplies were collected by Mrs. Murphy and her energetic committee. Mrs. P. B. Ryder was in charge of contributions from North Attle- boro and there were large doratiors from her district. The Association is grateful for this support from the public.
The free beds have been used seven times as follows: Maternity once, women's five times, children's once.
In May of this year National Hospital Day was observed for the first time. On that day the hospital was open for visiting and irspection and the guests remained for a brief social hour during which tea and cakes were served by officers and members of the Association. It was felt that this day had accom- plished its purpose as many had an opportunity to become more familiar with the equipment and service of an institution of which Attleboro may well be proud.
In closing the year the officers of the Association express deep appreciation for the cooperation of all who have assisted in this work which is for the comfort of those in need of hospital service. The necessity of proper care for the ill and suffering cannot be denied and all who have contributed in any way to the accomplishment of the year have aided a most worthy cause.
Respectfully submitted,
Lida M. Holbrook, Secretary.
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Sturdy Memorial Hospital Aid Association REPORT OF THE TREASURER October 1st, 1932, to October 1st, 1933 Receipts
Balance, October 1st, 1932.
$ 536.30
Received from Community Chest
3,701.54
Interest on daily balances . 4.96 $4,242.80
Expenses
Paid to Trustees of Trust Fund.
16.36
(In accordance with vote of Assn.)
Woman's Free Bed.
250.00
Children's Free Bed
250.00
Maternity Bed.
500.00
Sewing materials, hospital supplies, etc.
2,490.46
Mending
69.18
Printing and Postage
3.75
Federal Tax
.54
$3,580.29
Balance, October 1st, 1933
$ 662.51
FURNISHING FUND Receipts
Balance, October 1st, 1932
$ 137.10
Received from:
Women's Benevolent Society
25.00
Gertrude F. Ryder
25.00
Mutual Helpers
25.00
Jessie G. Fine.
25.00
Daughters of Isabella.
25.00
Sturdy Memorial Hospital Alumni
25.00
Ioline Bacon Class
25.00
Q. O. C. Class
25.00
Graduate Nurses Club
25.00
Interest
6.04
$ 368.14
Expenses
D. R. C. Allen, Vacuum Cleaner 59.50
Hospital Supplies.
214.55
$ 274.05
Balance October 1st, 1933.
S 94.09
Respectfully submitted,
Annie A. Wheeler, Treasurer.
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE SEWING COMMITTEE of the Sturdy Memorial Hospital Aid Association
Women's Benevolent Society of Murray Universalist Church
480 Diapers 156 T. Binders 89 Many Tail Binders 38 Draw Sheets 12 Night Dresses
12 Roller Towels
36 Breast Binders 52 Operating Table Covers
12 Bureau Scarfs
30 Doctors' Towels 15 Dish Towels 932 pieces
Pilgrim Alliance 300 Diapers 80 Dish Towels 48 Many Tail Binders 62 T. Binders 20 Roller Towels 30 Draw Sheets 24 Bed Pockets 564 pieces
Congregational Church 60 Linen Napkins 120 Diapers 36 Many Tail Pinders
12 Bureau Scarfs
12 Bed Pockets 20 Roller Towels
14 Breast Pinders 274 pieces
Baptist Church 120 Diapers 50 Roller Towels 3 Night Dresses (child) 18 Many Tail Binders 24 T. Binders 26 Preast Binders 19 Operating Table Pads 260 pieces
Bank Street School 32 Dish Towels 80 Diapers 112 pieces
Episcopal Church 6 Many Tail Binders 60 Diapers 12 Breast Binders 12 Draw Sheets 90 pieces
Union Central Congregational Church, Attleboro Falls 12 Many Tail Binders 12 Draw Sheets 60 Diapers 50 Dish Towels 12 Breast Binders 146 pieces
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Methodist Church
240 Diapers 18 Breast Binders 60 T. Binders 24 Draw Sheets 24 Operating Table Pads
10 Many Tail Binders 18 Operating Table Slip Covers
394 pieces
Summary
1460 Diapers
102 Roller Towels
177 Dish Towels
30 Doctors' Towels
219 Many Tail Binders
302 T Binders
118 Preast Binders
116 Draw Sheets
95 Operating Table Pads
24 Bureau Scarfs
36 Bed Pockets
15 Night Dresses
60 Linen Napkins
18 Operating Table Slips
Total 2,772 pieces Respectfully submitted,
Lillian E. Briggs Ruth Smith
ANNUAL REPORT OF THE PURCHASING COMMITTEE
of the
Sturdy Memorial Hospital Aid Association October 2, 1933
3 Blackboards
1quart Slating
6 Felt Blackboard Erasers
1 gross White Chalk
1 box Chalk
12 Torridaire Heat Pads
6 Torridaire Refills
1 Markwell Foot Power Machine
1 Master Die
1 box Felt Washers
4 Extra Inserts for Marking
77 pieces Tape
146 1-3 doz. yds. Lace and Insertion
152 1-4 doz. spools Thread 99 Dresses
34 1-4 yds. Huck
90 1-4 yds. Indianhead
186 yds Cretonne 8 1-4 yds Monks Cloth
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3 dozen Bone Rings 272 Blankets 28 pairs Blankets 83 3-4 yds. Damask 302 1-4 yds. Dimity
477 1-4 yds. Marquisette 7 3-4 yds. Tapestry 68 yds. Shadowarp 785 yds. Toweling 773 yds. Flannel
12 doz. Pillow Cases 6 doz. Baby Bands
6 doz. Baby Shirts
10 doz. Napkins
30 doz. Towels
12 doz. Doctors' Gowns
4 doz. Doctors' Suits
4 doz. Gertrudes
2 doz. Flannel Gowns
10 doz. Patients' Gowns
4 doz. Nurses' Aprons
3 Large Rugs
3 Small Rugs
Respectfully submitted,
Signed :
Gertrude H. Sweet Esther M. Stone Tilda B. Stone
SPECIAL FUND
1 Hoover Sweeper
24 Papier Mache Trays 4 doz. Plates
3 doz. Tea Cups
3 doz. Tea Saucers
3 doz. Fruit Saucers
2 doz. Grape Fruit Dishes
3 doz. Nappies
2 Hospital Beds
2 Hospital Inner Spring Mattresses
12 Pairs Pillows
Respectfully submitted, Signed:
Gertrude H. Sweet Esther M. Stone Tilda B. Stone
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ANNUAL REPORT
Health Department
ORGANIZATION OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT, 1933 Health Officer WILLIAM O. HEWITT, M. D.
Bacteriologist and Inspector of Milk HENRY T. SMITH, B. S.
Inspectors of Plumbing ARTHUR B. READ JOHN W. BULLOCK
Inspector of Slaughtering FREDERICK L. BRIGGS, D. V. M.
Inspector of Animals FREDERICK L. BRIGGS, D. V. M.
Health Department Nurse MARY E. McMAHON, R. N.
Registrar of Deaths HON. STEPHEN H. FOLEY
Clerk MILDRED H. SHAW
Associate Physician at Diphtheria Prevention Clinic JAMES H. BREWSTER, M. D.
Associate Physician at Tuberculosis Dispensary GARNET P. SMITH, M. D. Supt. Bristol County Tuberculosis Hospital
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ANNUAL REPORT
NINETEENTH ANNUAL REPORT OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT
To His Honor, the Mayor, and to the Municipal Council, Attleboro, Massachusetts.
Gentlemen:
The Health Department presents for your consideration its annual report for the year ending December 31, 1933.
Statistical tables, and the reports of sub-departments are appended, advance- ment and improvement noted in certain phases of local health work are reviewed, and suggestions are made for the correction of some deficiencies in local health service. A record of receipts and expenditures is also included in this report.
ORGANIZATION
Two important changes have been made in department personnel during the year. The resignation of Ernest W. Doyle, part-time inspector of milk since December, 1927, was in effect July first when a full-time bacteriologist and in- spector of milk was appointed. Mr. Doyle rendered valuable service as a part- time appointee. Marked improvement in the sanitary conditions in local dairies was effected during his employment in the department. Henry T. Smith of Braintree was appointed bacteriologist and inspector of milk assuming these duties on a full-time basis in July.
The resignation of Alfhild E. Johnson part-time clerk was made necessary upon her acceptance of a responsible position in another city. Her work during her service in the department was characterized by faithfulness and accuracy.
Mrs. Mildred H. Shaw a former appointee with several years' experience is now attending to the clerical duties under provisional appointment.
PROGRESS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Local Health Department service has been materially expanded during the past year, and real progress has been made in disease prevention. The addition to the department of another full-time worker has strengthened our organization, and has increased its activities. Laboratory facilities are being extended to meet a long felt demand for such service, and are being maintained on a higher plane of efficiency. Plans are under way for more effective health educational work.
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