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The plans for the enlargement of the kitchen wing were sug- gested by Dr. Peabody. The new kitchen when completed will, without doubt, afford facilities for all the requirements of the hospital for many years; even for any hospital that can be built upon the present grounds.
This new extension will contain besides the general kitchen, a special diet-kitchen, a reception-room for accidents, a sitting- room for the nurses when not on duty, additional sleeping-rooms for the house officers and the help, more storage-room, and ample space for new heating apparatus, all of which experience has shown will be absolutely required for the successful man- agement of the hospital.
The method of ventilation now in use in the Gill ward having proved so very satisfactory during the time it has been in opera- tion, the Trustees deemed it wise to change the system of ventilation in all the wards to correspond with the Gill ward. Now all the wards are ventilated by the same method.
THE TRAINING SCHOOL FOR NURSES.
This school now numbers 14 pupils. Four have graduated during the year, and we can most cordially recommend them to all who may require their services. The past graduates who have located in this vicinity have found ready work, and are highly appreciated by those who have had occasion to employ them. With increased facilities for teaching, which the new additions will give us, and with an enlarged course of instruc- tion, we expect to show better work the coming year, which
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will be of marked benefit to the sick, both in and out of the hospital.
Miss Z. E. Whitaker, who had been Superintendent of Nurses for 20 months, tendered her resignation in October last. She came to us highly recommended, and the character of her work indicated that she was well qualified for the position. The trustees regret that circumstances required her to resign. They feel, however, that they have been fortunate in securing the services of Mrs. C. H. Pike, to fill the vacancy. She is a graduate of a Training School for Nurses ; has had experience in a similar position in another school and brings with her most excellent recommendations as to her qualifications for the office. It is our earnest hope that she may remain with us many years with increasing usefulness, and that the school may not suffer in the future, as in the past, from frequent changes of its superin- tendents.
OUT-PATIENTS.
It is very evident that there will soon be a necessity for an out-patient department to be connected with this hospital. The Washburn Free Dispensary, which has been centrally located since it was first established, will be removed to the Memorial Hospital building on Belmont street, early the coming summer. Patients who would naturally belong to the out-patient depart- ment of a hospital, have been cared for at the dispensary, but now many poor families living in the southern and western parts of the city will be deprived of these benefits. The city hospital has all the facilities for caring for these patients without in- creasing very much its current expenses. It has rooms in the basement which could be utilized for this purpose at a slight cost. It would only be necessary to appoint some additional medical officers to attend to these out-patients ; and some medicines would have to be furnished.
We would respectfully call your attention to the suggestions contained in Dr. Peabody's most excellent report which forms a part of the Trustees' report. Also we would refer you to this report for the detailed statements in regard to the patients, and
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much other valuable and interesting information as to the work- ing of the Hospital.
RECEIPTS AND EXPENSES.
The following report in detail of the receipts and expenses of the Hospital during the year is submitted in accordance with the requirements of the ordinance relating to the City Hospital.
RECEIPTS.
From Appropriation by the City Government,
$10,000 00
" Board of Patients, etc.,
2,638 44
Commonwealth, aid for State Paupers,
1,295 19
Commissioners of the Funds,
9,269 06
Amount transferred from Liquor Licenses,
16,000 00
Total receipts,
$39,202 69
EXPENDITURES.
For Salaries and Wages,
$7,858 95
Groceries and provisions, 6,125 19
Surgical instruments, medicines and medical supplies, 1,517 22
Crockery, tinware, etc., furniture, fixtures and repairs,
476 49
Dry goods, bedding, rubber goods, etc.,
684 83
Printing, stationery and books,
246 91
Fuel,
1,237 43
Gas,
784 20
Ice,
248 40
Water rates,
225 03
Repairs on building and boilers,
736 47
Repairs on carriages and harnesses,
47 50
Board of horse and hack hire,
382 20
Trucking, freight and express,
62 45
Postage, telegrams, etc.,
37 05
Rent of telephone,
20 00
Burials,
42 00
Plants and grounds,
28 65
Blacksmithing, hardware and tools,
87 26
Division fence (one half),
127 50
20,975 73
$18,226 96
New Addition,
$3,671 53
Amount transferred to Sinking Fund,
2,232 61
5,904 14
Balance, November 30, 1887,
$12,322 82
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THE UNEXPENDED BALANCE.
It is gratifying to be able to report that there was an unex- pended balance at the end of the fiscal year, of $2,232.61, to be turned into the Sinking Funds of the City. This large balance was owing to the fact that more money was received from the in- come of the Hospital Funds than the Trustees had reason to ex- pect; and that a larger sum had been collected from the paying patients than they had estimated. This last is a very uncertain item, and no correct opinion can be formed as to the amount which will be received.
ESTIMATED EXPENSES FOR MAINTAINING THE HOSPITAL FOR THE CURRENT YEAR.
The income from the paying patients, etc., last year, was
$3,933 63
And from the Hospital Funds, was 9,269 06
Total,
$13,202 69
The estimated income from the paying patients the coming year is $4,000. And the Treasurer of the Hospital Funds states that it is not safe to count on more than $9,000 as the income from these funds, making the whole income $13,000. The cost of maintaining and conducting the Hospital for the present year, based upon a careful estimate of all the expected expenses, as laid before the Trustees by Dr. Peabody, is $23,000. We there- fore ask for an appropriation of $10,000; the same as last year.
ADMINISTRATION.
The management of the Hospital has continued under the charge of Dr. Peabody; and our thanks are due to him for the faithfulness and efficiency with which he has conducted 'all the departments of this institution. We have received valuable as- sistance and suggestions from him in preparing the plans for the new buildings, and he has devoted much time, in addition to his ordinary duties, in faithfully supervising their construction. To all the other officers and employés of the Hospital who have con-
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tributed so much to its successful management, we express our grateful acknowledgments.
THE ACTIVE MEDICAL AND SURGICAL STAFF.
When the Hospital was first established, the Medical and Sur- gical Staff was composed of six physicians and six surgeons, a physician and a surgeon being on duty together for two months each year. Experience has shown, other things being equal, that it was for the interest of the patients to have the term of service of the Medical officers as long as possible. Acting upon this principle, the Trustees endeavored to fix the term of service for three months. This has been accomplished; now there are only four physicians and four surgeons who serve three months each year. Dr. Wm. H. Workman having resigned as one of the surgeons, Dr. S. B. Woodward was transferred from the Medical to the Surgical Staff. Dr. W. H. Danforth was elected pathologist, to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Dr. S. B. Woodward who had performed the duties of this office for several years.
The continued ill-health of Dr. Emerson Warner has deprived the Hospital of his valuable services for more than a year. Each of the three other members of the surgical staff has kindly con- sented to add one month to his term during the doctor's absence. It is the sincere hope of all those interested in this charity, that he may return home with health fully restored, and that the Hospital may yet for many years to come, have the benefit of his wise counsel and excellent services.
It is gratifying to note the punctuality and faithfulness with which the acting staff have attended to their arduous and respon- sible duties, which are increasing each year, and consume more and more of their valuable time.
They deserve and should receive the highest commendation for their services.
By order and in behalf of the Trustees.
ALBERT CURTIS,
President.
WORCESTER, December 22, 1887.
REPORT
OF THE
SUPERINTENDENT AND RESIDENT PHYSICIAN.
To the Trustees of the City Hospital.
GENTLEMEN :- I herewith respectfully present my Annual Report for the year ending November 30, 1887.
PATIENTS IN THE HOSPITAL DECEMBER 1, 1886.
Males, 31
Females, 19
Total,
50
Medical, 23
Surgical, 27
Paying, 5
Free, 45
ADMITTED FROM DECEMBER 1, 1886, TO DECEMBER 1, 1887.
Males,
541
Females,
254
Total,
795
Medical, 356
Surgical, 439
Paying,
54
Free,
741
Births, 2
Accidents, 122
TREATED DURING THE YEAR.
Males,
572
Females,
273
Total,
845
Medical,
379
Surgical, 466
Paying,
59
Free,
786
DISCHARGED DURING THE YEAR.
Males,
541
Females,
256
Total,
797
Medical,
355
Surgical, 442
Paying,
55
Free,
742
CONDITION OF THOSE DISCHARGED.
Well,
389
Not treated, 9
Relieved,
296
Eloped,
17
Not relieved,
31
Died,
55
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REMAINING NOVEMBER 30, 1887. ,
Males, 31
Females, 17
Total, 48
Medical, 24
Surgical, 24
Paying, 4
Free, 44
Largest number of patients in the Hospital, 61; smallest, 37. Daily average, 48.68 ;- of males, 30.72 ;- of females, 17.96. Average time in Hospital, 18.91 days; paying patients, 18.95 ; free patients, 18.90 days.
For paying patients the rate per week has varied from $2.00 to $21.00, the average being $10.55.
The average cost per week for each patient (all expenditures being included) has been $9.09 ; the actual cost to the city for each patient has been $3.37 per week.
Cause of Death: Injury, 7; typhoid fever, 10; Bright's disease, 5 ; phthisis, 5; exhaustion, 5 ; heart disease, 3 ; cancer, 3; cerebral hemorrhage, 3; abscess, 2 ; burns, 2; strangulated hernia, 2; acute tuberculosis, 2; peritonitis, typhlitis, pneu- monia, rheumatism, cystitis, arsenic poisoning, 1 each.
Death Rate : 6.5. Eight of the deaths occurred within twenty-four hours after admission.
RESIDENCE OF PATIENTS ADMITTED.
Worcester,
748
Other Towns in Massachusetts,
42
Other States,
5
795
BIRTHPLACE.
Males.
Females.
Total.
Worcester,
67
22
89
Other Towns,
75
48
123
Other States,
68
35
103
315
Ireland,
182
87
269
Great Britain,
30
9
39
British Provinces,
38
24
62
Other Countries,
81
29
110
480
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OCCUPATION.
MALES.
Laborers,
190 Barbers,
3
Metal-workers,
80
Butchers,
8
Wood-workers,
30
Bakers,
3
Leather-workers,
24
Manufacturers,
3
Stone-workers,
4
Merchants,
2
Masons,
2
Dyers,
3
Operatives,
22
Sailors,
2
R. R. employés,
27
Bookkeepers,
4
Farmers,
11
Roofers,
2
Teamsters,
13
Druggists,
3
Hostlers,
7
Physician,
1
Painters,
10
Teacher,
1
Clerks,
10
Cooks,
2
Printers,
7 Watchmen,
2
Minors,
48
Brewer,
1
Straw-workers,
2
Pauper,
1
Cutter,
1
Draughtsman,
1
Agents,
3
Laundrymen,
2
Newsman,
1
Peddlers,
3
541
FEMALES.
Housewives,
120 Clerk,
1
Domestics,
75 Agents,
3
Operatives,
12 Student,
1
Nurses,
6 Beggar,
1
Seamstresses,
2
No occupation,
2
Cooks,
2
Minors,
25
Washerwoman,
1
Dressmakers,
3
254
CIVIL CONDITION.
MALES.
FEMALES.
Single,
293 Single, 103
Married,
201 Married, 111
Widowers,
47 Widows, 40
Thirty-six applicants, 5 males and 31 females, have been refused admission, 33 of them for lack of room; 30 of these were women.
Of the male patients 35 per cent. were laborers, and 65 per cent. were single or widowers ; of the females 30 per cent. were domestics, and 56 per cent. were single or widows.
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The figures here presented show a marked increase over the record of any previous year, the number of patients admitted being greater by 56 per cent. than ever before.
There are no peculiar or special causes for this increase that I know of, except the fact that the enlarged capacity of the hospital has become generally known. But from whatever causes the in- crease comes, the fact remains ; and this year it gives especial em- phasis to the point to which I have often called attention, that the city of Worcester and the region round about is very inade- quately supplied with hospital accommodations, and we have every reason to suppose that the demand upon us will still be pressing, and will constantly increase until our capacity shall be more nearly proportionate to the population about us.
We have 37 beds for male patients, and the daily average number of males was 30.72. We have 15 beds for females, and a few other beds which are used for males or females as occasion requires ; the daily average number of females was 17.96, and 30 were refused admission for lack of room. Obviously the de- mand for more room is urgent. I have no idea that it will be lessened from any cause; on the contrary, I think it will be increased.
As heretofore, a very large part of our patients are those who may be classed as the homeless ones-domestics or laborers-un- married and living in attics or boarding houses, and who conse- quently can have but small attention and indifferent care during sickness. To such the Hospital is a haven of refuge, which can be appreciated only by those who experience its benefits. The good that is accomplished by the Hospital cannot be estimated, even by those who are most familiar with its work, but it is great, and is gratefully acknowledged by our beneficiaries. I am glad to note the fact that our patients, on their discharge from the hospital, very generally give expression to their thanks for the care and attention which they have received.
The number of patients who have returned for treatment. as out-patients has been larger this year than ever before; these cases have been exclusively surgical, but we have had many applications for the treatment of both medical and surgical out-
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patients that could not be entertained. The indications are that there will soon be a demand for an out-patient department of the Hospital, which must be considered and provided for.
There have been two births in the Hospital this year. The Knowles Maternity Ward, now happily nearing completion, offers us the much needed facilities for the reception and care of these cases-and makes possible a record which would be more pleasing to the donor than even such a memorial as this notable addition to our buildings.
The enlargement of the kitchen wing, provided for by the prompt and generous action of the city government, is now well under way, and is to be completed by the first of April. It will give us room that is very much needed, providing (among other things) a sitting-room for the nurses, and facilities for giv- ing them instruction and practice in preparing articles of diet for the sick. The accommodations for the nurses, however, remain crowded and inadequate, and it is due to the Hospital and to the reputation of the Training School, as well as to the nurses themselves, who are faithful and earnest in their work, that more commodious quarters be provided-this will become an absolute necessity as the Hospital grows and a larger service is required.
The Training School, now in its fifth year, is in a prosperous condition, and the pupils, under the direction of their superin- tendent, Mrs. C. H. Pike, are carrying on their work with har- mony, diligence, and enthusiasm.
· Since the last report four nurses have graduated, one has been dropped, two have left on account of their health, and one has died. Miss Mary J. Hill, born in England, with no relatives and but few friends in this country, entered the Training School in May, 1886. She had the appearance of robust health, she was carnest and diligent in her work, and displayed those quali- ties and traits of character that would have made her a very acceptable nurse. She died in February, of Bright's disease, after a short illness.
The nurses have received the usual bedside and text-book instruction, and have attended lectures at Miss Barnes' cooking school.
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The subject of a morgue, or autopsy room, is one that fre- quently recurs. Several expedients for such a purpose have been proposed and discussed from time to time, but without sat- isfactory result, and the fact remains that we have absolutely no suitable provision for necessities that, in the nature of things, must constantly occur. And in this connection I observe that the need of more land for this, and other purposes which must soon be considered, must be apparent to even the casual observer.
There is no place in the City provided for the care and treat- ment of diphtheria, scarlet fever, etc., and in the case of domes- tic servants and those living in boarding-houses, much hardship and danger to others is thereby involved. We cannot take them, and do not desire to. Still it is a question if it is not the duty of the Hospital to provide for the reception and treatment of such cases.
It is pleasant to note that the Hospital is kept in mind by many interested observers and friends, as is shown by many gifts and other tokens of remembrance, as well as by kind words of encouragement, and of commendation of the benefits and results here realized.
The members of the visiting staff have been constant and faithful in the discharge of their voluntary service, which often involves exacting duties and weighty responsibilities.
The nurses and the employés, as a whole, should be commend- ed for their interest and fidelity.
The work of the year has been complicated by many unusual and trying duties, and to my assistants and others who have lent willing hands, my thanks are due, and finally to your Board I am under renewed obligations for continued favor and support.
CHAS. A. PEABODY,
Superintendent and Resident Physician.
WORCESTER, December 21, 1887.
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Cases treated and their results, from December 1, 1886, to December 1, 1887.
.
MEDICAL.
DISEASES.
In Hosp. Dec. 1, 1886.
Males.
Females.
Total.
Well.
Relieved.
Not relieved.
Not treated.
Eloped. Died.
Total.
In Hosp. Dec. 1, 1887.
Albuminuria
9
2
12
1
42
·
4
11
1
Alcoholism
13
14
11
2
1
2
2
Bronchitis
4
10
14
8
3
2
13
1
Cancer of Stomach
1
1
2
1
1
3
1
7
1
Cerebral Hemorrhage
1
1
3 2
1
1
1
Debility
2
7
9
6
2
1
9
6
Diabetes
1
2
2
2
·
3
9
Eczema
Emesis
1
.
·
.
.
1
1
1
1
Erysipelas
5
5
4
4
1
Erythema
1
1
1 1
1
2
Febricula .
5
3
7
1
Fever, Intermittent 66 Typhoid
4 40
14
43
1
1 10
. 3
Gastritis
General Paralysis
Heart Disease (Valvular)
2
3
5
1
1
1
2
5
Heat Exhaustion
4
2
2
1
I
1
.
1
1
Herpes zoster
1
1
1
1
1
1
Malaria .
4
2
6
5
1
6
Meningitis (Cerebro-Spinal)
3
3
1
1
2
1
Neuralgia
1
12
5
18
12
4
1
.
.
17
1
.
·
Ascites
1
1
2
1
1
Asthma
1
1
2
Catarrh ..
1
.
·
·
1
1 2
1
Constipation
1
·
4 1 7
. 3
6 1 11
2 1 2
1
1 11
Dysentery
1
5
3
9
6 3
3
Empyema
Enteritis
Exhaustion
2
.
1
·
.
·
·
3
3
1
.
.
4 2
Hematuria
1
1
Hemoptysis
1
1
1
1 2
1
·
1
Infants
Laryngitis
.
·
.
·
Anæmia
2
2
2
2
2
1
Cephalalgia .
6
2
8
4
Colic .
3
·
1
Dermatitis
2
2
2
3
· 3
3 3 1
2 8 1 58
1
7 1 55 3
·
1
.
1
4
4
Hematemesis
3
1
·
2
Dyspepsia
3
.
·
2
·
Diarrhoea .
8
1
3 1
·
1
1
2
2
ADMITTED.
DISCHARGED.
14
·
CITY HOSPITAL.
MEDICAL .- Continued.
DISEASES.
In Hosp. Dec. 1, 1886.
Males.
Females.
Total.
Well.
Relieved.
Not relieved.
Not treated. Eloped.
Died.
Total.
In Hosp. Dec. 1, 1887.
Neurasthenia
2
2
4
·
·
Nostalgia
1
1
1
1
Paralysis
1
5
6
.
1
1
2
1
4
1
6
18
1
Pleuritis
1
8
6 15
13
1
1
1
2
1
Lead .
Opium
1
·
·
1
1
2
1
1
·
·
Rheumatism .
19
9
28
17
6
1
2
2
Spermatorrhœa Dormientium
Stomatitis
Suppression of Urine
Typhlitis .
5
5
4
1
5
.
Ulcer of Stomach
1
1
1
Uterine .
2
35
37
9
16
3
3
1
32
5
Vulvitis, Infantile
1
1
1
.
1
·
2
3
3
Phthisis
11
8
19
·
.
1
4
1
3
.
4
1
Poison, Arsenic
3
3
·
·
·
·
.
2
1
3
3
.
·
Pregnancy
Purpura . .
1
1
·
1
·
1
1
2
.
·
2
.
·
1
·
.
.
Phlebitis
1
·
.
1
Phlegmasia Dolens
1
3
1
1
1
1
3
1
2
2
2
.
·
2
26 1
1
1
2
2
7
Pneumonia
14
·
215
ADMITTED.
DISCHARGED.
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SURGICAL.
DISEASES.
In Hosp. Dec. 1, 1886.
Males.
Females.
Total.
Well.
Relieved.
Not relieved. Not treated.
Eloped.
Died.
Total.
In Hosp. Dec. 1, 1887.
Abscess
1
23
4
28
14
16
1
1
2
27
1
Ankylosis, false
1
1
.
Anal fissure
1
2
3
3
Bunion .
1
1
1
1
·
·
1
Cancer
1
4
7
12
6
2
.
2
2
Caries
2
·
·
.
3
8
11
8
1
1
1
11
Cellulitis
1
1
3
5
2
2
1
5
Conjunctivitis
3
1
4
2
2
3
1
6
Coxalgia
Cystic Tumor of Jaw
1
·
3
1
·
.
3
1
4
Cystocele
Eczema .
3
3
6
3
2
5
1
Epithelioma
1
1
1
Exostosis
Felon
Fistula, chest wall
anol .
urethral
1
2
3
3
3
66
vesico-vaginal
1
1
1
1
1
1
Ganglion
1
1
2
.
2
.
.
·
1
Hemorrhoids
4
1
5 5
2 1
1
2
5 5
Hydrocele .
1
4
5
4
1
1
1
1 1
Incontinence of Urine
2
2
1
1
4
2
1
1
4 1
Mole .
Necrosis
1
12
13
4
7
1
I
13
Neuroma
1
1
2
1
1
2
Nevoid Tumor.
Ophthalmic
1
1
2
2
Orchitis .
8
8
7
Osteitis .
1
.
1
1
Paraphymosis
2
2
2
Phlyctenular Ulcer
2
.
1
1
1
.
·
Retention of Urine
4
4
1
2
.
.
1
4
·
1
1
.
2
1
·
1
1
Corneal Ulcer
3
3 1
1
1
1
.
·
.
.
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
.
1
4
.
3
3
1
Glaucoma
1
1
.
1 1 1
1
1
Hernia
3
2
Hypospadius
2
2
.
1
1
1
Iritis
3
1
1
1
. .
1
1
·
.
.
.
1
1
.
1
1
1
.
Floating Cartilage .
1
1
1
·
1
Cystitis .
1
1
1
2.
1
1
2 1
.
.
1
6 2 1 4
1
2
1
1
1
·
1
1
Bubo .
Calculus, vesical
1
·
1
·
3
1
1
.
.
.
.
7
.
2
2
2
.
2
1
Phymosis .
vulvo-rectal
2
.
.
Ingrowing Nail
1
.
Lupus
1
3
Cataract
4
ADMITTED.
DISCHARGED.
.
CITY HOSPITAL.
SURGICAL .- Continued.
DISEASES.
In Hosp. Dec. 1, 1886.
Males.
Females.
Total.
Well.
Relieved.
Not relieved.
Not treated.
Eloped.
Died.
Total.
In Hosp. Dec. 1, 1887.
Senile Gangrene
1
1
.
.
·
·
.
1
1
Sinus .
1
1
.
1
1
2
3
1
4
1
·
Synovitis .
1
1
2
1
1
.
1
4
·
Torticollis
1
4
1
1 1
.
·
.
·
1
1
·
Ulcer, chronic
2
7
7 8
16 8
1
4
2
7
1
Wen
3
1
4
2
2
.
.
4
INJURIES.
Bruises
13
13
6
6 1
2
14
1
Concussion of Brain
1
1
1
1
Dislocation, Shoulder
2
2
2
1
1
66
Ankle
1
1
1
1
1
.
1
1
Fracture, Jaw .
66
Ribs .
1
5
6
4
1
6 3
66
Ulna
Radius
66
Radius and Ulna
5
3
8
2
5
3
3
6
5
1
60
Fibula
Tibia
1
1
.
2
1
1
1
60
Comp. Tibia
1
66
c. c. Skull .
2
66
c. c. Humerus
1
1
1
.
60
c. c. Radius and Ulna
3
3
2
1
3
66
c. c. Metacarpals
c. c. Metatarsals
1
.
.
.
c. c. Phalanges .
1
4
1
6
5
1
·
·
.
6
.
·
12
1
Burns
1
12
2
15
11
·
.
1
Stenosis of tear duct
1
1
Stricture, rectum .
urethra .
4
1
1
1
.
·
.
Syphilis . .
2
4
2
1 1 2
I
1
3
1
Trichiasis .
.
.
·
Tumor of eyeball
1
.
9
6
1
·
16
Uterine
·
.
.
.
·
1 2
1
1
2
3
1
4
2
2
4
66 Humerus
3
3
2
1 1 1
1
1
.
1 1
1
.
1
1
.
1
1 2
1
.
.
c. c. Tibia
4
.
4
4
2
2
1
1
.
4 4
.
.
1 4
4
1
1 1
1
.
.
8 6 .
2
1
3
· .
1
·
Dog Bite .
1
1
·
Excision of Hand .
1
1
Foreign body in throat
1
2
2 2 3
2
2
2
.
.
4
.
.
2
Supernumerary digits
·
.
·
2
Hip
1
1
.
·
.
·
·
1
.
1
Femur .
Patella .
1
2
1
c. c. Femur
1
217
ADMITTED.
DISCHARGED.
·
·
Trachoma .
1
1
2
2
·
1
Clavicle .
218
CITY DOCUMENT .- No. 42.
SURGICAL .- Continued.
INJURIES.
In Hosp. Dec. 1. 1886.
Males.
Females.
Total.
Well.
Relieved.
Not relieved.
Not treated.
Eloped.
Died.
Total.
In Hosp. Dec. 1, 1887.
Frost Bite .
2
2
1
91
.
.
1
15
16
9
1
1
.
66
.Head
Elbow
Wrist
Hand
Fingers
15
5
20
4
16
.
20
16
Back
1
1
1
66
Chest
1
1
.
1
1
2
2
·
1
6
1
66
Multiple
3
2
5
2
.
2
4
1
Lacerated Perineum
4
4
2
1
3
1
Sprain .
12
1
13
T
6
13
1
1
2
1
1
2
.
Gun Shot.
Incised
1
8
1
10
3
7
.
.
·
Lacerated .
12
1
13
3
8
1
12
1
Poisoned .
2
1
3
.
1
1
2
1
66
Punctured .
1
1
2
2
·
.
.
·
" of Scalp
.
17
1
18
9
9
·
.
.
18
.
.
1
.
.
.
2
1
.
1
·
13
2
9
.
11
2
66
Thigh
Knee
Leg
Foot .
1
5
1
7
3
2
1
.
·
1
Ulcer, Traumatic
Wound, Contused .
7
.
7
4
3
7
.
5
5
3
2
5
.
·
.
.
·
2
2
Injuries, Internal
1
·
1
.
.
1
.
1
.
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
.
·
Injury to Eye .
.
16
Ear
1
1
·
LEONARD WHEELER, M. D., J. O. MARBLE, M. D., J. BARTLETT RICH, M. D.,
Committee on Reports.
.
10
·
2
ADMITTED.
DISCHARGED.
2
·
2
13
66
1
.
·
219
CITY HOSPITAL.
DONATIONS.
Miss May, of Leicester, old muslin ; Mrs. John Woodcock, of Leicester, a large quantity of old muslin and underclothing. For Christmas, 50 bouquets and flowers, from the Juvenile Temper- ance Union ; flowers from Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Woodward, flowers from Miss Sarah F. Earle, a box of oranges from Misses Florence Buckingham and Alice Gifford ; Mrs. F. H. Kinnicutt, pieces ; Mrs. Knox, pieces ; 12 hair cushions, old muslin, and undercloth- ing from Miss May, of Leicester ; old muslin from Mrs. Wilder ; books and pieces from Mrs. Cowan; Miss Gill, 2 rubber bed- pans, 1 steam atomizer, underclothing, handkerchiefs, periodicals and invalid rolling chair ; Mr. Salisbury, worsted slippers ; Mrs. R. J. Tatman, shirts ; Mrs. W. A. Gile, flannels and bandages ; Mr. E. L. Brigham, periodicals ; Mrs. Geo. E. Francis, 2 dressing gowns; Mrs. Allen Harris, papers; Mr. Salisbury, shirts and socks; Mrs. Clapp, old muslin ; Mrs. Goodale, stockings and old muslin ; Mrs. P. L. Moen, shirts and flowers; Miss Partridge, flowers ; Mrs. C. B. Pratt, old muslin and stockings ; Miss Hol- brook, old muslin ; Mrs. J. J. Brigham, shirts and magazines ; Mrs. J. E. Bond, magazines ; Mrs. P. H. Carroll, old muslin ; Mrs. F. W. Wellington, old linen ; Miss Partridge, flowers; H. G. O. Blake, old linen and shirts ; Mrs. Colton, old muslin ; Mrs. Lawton, flowers ; a large number of potted plants from the estate of Mrs. Alfred D. Foster; American Antiquarian Society, illus- trated newspapers ; Mr. E. M. Barton, illustrated periodicals ; Mrs. P. L. Moen, fruit, shirts and old linen ; Mrs. Bement, shirts ; Mr. E. O. Parker, shirts ; Mr. Waldo Lincoln, maga- zines ; The Wire Goods Co., 1 steel door-mat ; Mrs. S. C. Heald, $10.00 for Thanksgiving ; publishers of the "Spy," a copy of the "Daily Spy" through the year ; publishers of the "Gazette," a copy of the "Evening Gazette" through the year.
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