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Small bird cards, of the birds which may be seen on Mt. Tom, were replaced by colorful Audubon charts (bird).
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A set of six nature flowering plants were purchased. These included the: - Pink lady slipper, Trailing arbutus, Jack in-the-pulpit, Wild rose, Columbine and Flowering Dodwood.
Co-operation and Assistance
I wish to express my sincere appreciation to Superintendent John Knox, Warden G. Dunn, and to the rest of the staff for their willing assistance and co-operation.
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HAMPDEN COUNTY TUBERCULOSIS and PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION 1959
To the Honorable Board of County Commissioners For Hampden County, Massachusetts
Gentlemen:
A report covering the activities of Camp Frederic Edwards for a period of eight weeks between June 29 and August 22, 1959, is hereby submitted.
The 1959 season again covered a normal eight week period rather than the six week period covered last year as Camp Jollee for the handi- capped has found a permanent location in Goshen, Mass. The return to an eight week season in itself was an improvement in the camp organi- zation as staff members did not find it necessary to divide their attentions between two different types of campers and consequently, two entirely different programs.
Camping is becoming more and more popular and both agencies and private enterprises are expanding to meet the increasing demand. This has created a competitive situation in the area of procurement of
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qualified staff. The resultant pressure on the camp budget, along with other rising costs without a proportionate rise in income will make it imperative that a closer evaluation be made in determining the ability of parents to pay the nominal camp fee of $12.00 per month. We are still determined that inability to pay the fee will not keep a deserving child from attending camp. However, we feel that few parents could meet the expense of keeping a child at home for any less than this amount and consequently expect that only in rare instances will a registration be ac- cepted without at least a partial payment of the established fee.
111 children were enrolled for the first four week period, 101 chil- dren for the second period. The children were selected as usual by the school and public health nurses of their respective towns throughout the County. We would like to express our appreciation to these nurses who put a great deal of time and effort into the selection of the chil- dren without compensation, other than the satisfaction of knowing of the happy, healthy camping experience which these children might not otherwise enjoy.
A health examination was required of every camper and staff mem- ber within 30 days prior to their arrival at camp. Large plate chest x- rays were taken of all staff members prior to their contact with the children. This year one staff member was found to have active tuber- culosis in an early stage. He was admitted to Westfield State Sanatorium immediately and is presently undergoing successful treatment.
This year all campers were tuberculin tested using the Mantoux test rather than the Vollmer Patch test as in previous years. The Man- toux test is more reliable than the patch test and places no limitation on the activities of the camper. All positive reactors were x-rayed at the Camp and found to be negative.
This year, the Camp was without a resident registered nurse. This was probably due to the competitive situation previously mentioned. Two counselors were assigned to share the responsibility of sick call held three times daily, after each meal. This arrangmeent was, of course, not as satisfactory as having a resident registered nurse but the counselors as-
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signed to this duty and the entire staff are to be commended for noting and treating minor cuts, scratches and bruises before they developed into more serious problems. Ailments of a questionable or more serious nature were treated by Dr. Harold J. Holleran of Westfield and at the emergency room at Noble Hospital in Westfield.
More accidents than usual were referred to the emergency room at the Noble Hospital in Westfield. Part of this apparent increase in our accident rate can probably be attributed to the absence of a nurse so that minor accidents seemed more important than they really were to counselors and staff members inexperienced in handling routine problems. A part of the increase can probably be accounted by the expanded and more active program. The Campcrafts and Nature programs are being im- proved to help present a more meaningful camping experience for the campers. We believe that the accident rate at Camp Frederic Edward is considerably lower than the rate would be for the same group of chil- dren, were they at home. However, a complete survey of the Camp will be made prior to the opening of the 1960 season to insure that any safety hazards are removed or corrected.
The swimming pool required considerable repairs prior to the open- ing of the camp. The floor of the pool over the entire area of the shal- low end and along floor seams and near the drains had become hollow and was chipping at a rate so as to impair efficient operation of the fil- tering system. All of these areas had to be chipped out and a new sur- face laid over the area. The project was completed prior to the opening so that the swimming program was in no way interfered with, although the appearance of the pool was lacking its usual clarity throughout the entire season. Several slow leaks in the joints required the constant ad- dition of water for the entire season, This will make it necessary to re- caulk the entire pool prior to next years camping season.
One major construction project was completed during the camp season. Two lavatories and toilets were installed in the building which were erected behind the swimming pool last year. A completely new and seperate septic tank and drainage field system was installed so that if the
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systems in any other part of the camp should fail, these new facilities could be used on an emergency basis by the entire camp.
As previously mentioned, the camp program is continually being improved and expanded. Swimming continued to be the most appealing activity to almost all campers and our usual success was had in assisting a high percentage of campers to improve their swimming skills. The Arts & Crafts program has been improved due to the generous gifts of numerous individuals and companies. The Camp-crafts program has been reorganized so that each camper may make measured progress by passing tests in the uses of knife and hatchet, knot tying, outdoor cook- ing, overnight camping, etc. Considerable progress was made in organi- zing the Nature program in a similar manner. Each Camper who made significant progress in each of these major activities was awarded a cer- tificate of achievement signed by the activity leader and the camp direc- tor.
Other activities offered to the campers in a less formal fashion were: organized sports activities and games; Archery; sewing; dramatics; first aid; and hiking. If a suitable area can be found to meet all safety re- quirements, we hope to establish a markmanship activity with air-rifles.
Weekly religious services were held for Catholic, Protestant, and Jewish campers. The Catholic chapel was improved with the addition of permanent church benches donated by: "Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel Church", which was being redecorated. Considerable progress was made in improving the "Chapel in the Pines" so that religious services may be held in a beautiful natural setting.
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Camp expenses for the 1959 season were:
Food and Milk
$ 5,304.77
Salaries - Counselors
5,111.25
Swimming Pool
432.01
Light and Heat 625.56
Repairs and Maintenance
544.24
Insurance
1,041.44
Travel
351.44
Laundry
423.28
Telephone
112.55
Medical Supplies
80.28
Operating Expense
529.04
Supplies and Equipment
601.70
Social Security Taxes
127.80
$15,285.36
May we assure you of our sincere appreciation of your appropriation and your continued interest.
Respectfully yours,
GEORGE K. WHEELER Executive Secretray
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SITTINGS SUPREME JUDICIAL AND SUPERIOR COURTS COUNTY OF HAMPDEN For the year 1959
Supreme Judicial Court
Full Bench, September 23
Superior Court - Civil Jury Sessions January 5 - twelve weeks April 6 - thirteen weeks September 14 - fourteen weeks
Without Jury Sessions
February - four weeks June - three weeks October - three weeks
December - three weeks
Criminal Sessions
January 5, two weeks; May 11, three weeks; September 14, three weeks.
All Superior Court assignments subject to change.
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DISTRICT COURTS
Springfield
Thomas J. O'Malley, Charles D. Sloan, Edward J. Dobiecki, Jus- tices; Special Justices, Harry M. Ehrlich, Edward T .Collins, Clerk; Harry O. Elberhardt, Asst. Clerk; James J. Lovett, 2nd Asst. Clerk; Robert E. Fein, 3rd Asst. Clerk; Roger F. Keleher, Chief Probation Officer; John G. Curley, Probation Officer; Francis G. Keough, Juvenile Probation Officer; Flora V. Millette, Probation Officer; Gertrude S. McGoldrick, Probation Officer.
Holyoke
William E. Nolen, Justice; Special Justices, George W. Beauregard, Harry Jekanowski; Annette C. Grandchamp, Clerk; Gerald T. Bowler, Probation Officer; Bernard J. Smyth, Probation Officer, Juvenile Court ;. Jeanette L. Freniere, Probation Officer.
Chicopee
Daniel M. Keyes, Jr., Justice; Special Justice, Herman Ritter; John P. Zaremba, Clerk; Virginia Godek, Assistant Clerk; William T. Blan- chard, Probation Officer.
Eastern Hampden (Palmer)
Ernest E. Hobson, Justice; Special Justices, Joseph A. Furey, Nor- man L. Snow; James W. Duffy, Clerk. Davitt M. Rooney, Probation Officer.
Western Hampden (Westfield)
Arthur T. Garvey, Justice; Special Justices, Norman L. Snow, Michael W. Albano, Andrew Anderson; Richard C. Morrissey, Clerk; Charles H. Morrissey, Assistant Clerk; Theodore C. Couse, Probation Officer.
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PROBATE COURTS
At Springfield, each Tuesday of every month except the first, second,- fourth and fifth Tuesday of August and Friday of every month except August.
Judges of Probate
Thomas H. Stapleton, Agawam; Abraham I. Smith, Springfield.
Register of Probate
John J. Lyons, Springfield; Katherine Connell, Assistant, Springfield; Evelyn C. Lavalette, 2nd Assistant, Agawam; William M. Long, 3rd Assistant, Holyoke.
Meetings of County Commissioners
Second Tuesday of April, Fourth Tuesday of June, First Tuesday of October, Fourth Tuesday of December and every Wednesday. .
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CONTENTS
Page
Appropriations, etc., Table of
29,30
Care, Support of Prisoners, Jail, House of Correction 22
Civil Expenses Supreme Judicial, Superior, Probate, Land Courts 19
Clerk of Courts, Fees 6
Commissioners' Report 37 -
County Aid to Agriculture-Special Account 28
County Officers for 1959
2
County Retirement System
71
Criminal Costs in Superior Court
18
District Courts of Springfield, Holyoke, Chicopee, Western Hampden, Eastern Hampden 6, 19, 20, 21
Dog Damages, Licenses and Fines
11
Dog Money Refunded 25, 26 5
Fines, Costs and Fees, Superior Court
Interest, Discount, Debt and Temporary Loans 13
Jailers and Masters, House of Correction 6, 22
Law Library 15
Liabilities, Resources of County
34
Medical Examiners, Inquest, Insane Commitments
22
Miscellaneous
9, 10
Mt. Tom State Reservation
23, 83
Offices of Commissioners, Clerk of Courts, Treasury, Registry of Deeds, Probate
13, 14, 15
Pedlers' Licenses
10
Pensions
23
Pioneer Valley Association
12, 24
Preventorium
23
Probate Courts
15, 107
Recapitulation, Receipts and Expenditures 31, 32, 33, 34
Receipts, Taxes, Expenditures 4, 13
Salaries and Expenses, District Courts 19, 20, 21
Salaries of County Officials prescribed by law 51
Supreme, Judicial and Superior Court Sittings 105
Transportation County Commissioners 14
Training School 22, 56
Trustees for County Aid to Agriculture 7, 23, 61
Tuberculosis and Public Health Association 23, 99
Unpaid Bills of previous years 24
War Chest
33, 53
Westfield, Rutland and Lakeville Sanatoria 7, 8, 9, 23
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