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THE MODERN ANTISEPTIC
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JJournal of the <5nmb Jriol1l in the Realm of li£nerabl£ ®rber of the 1!jozp-ital of JJohtt of Jerusalem
Edited by GEORGE E. CRAFT, O.St.J., F.R.S.A..
VOL. 22. NO.2. FEBRUARY, 1949
EDITORIAL
CIVIL DEFENCE
The published details of the proposed Civil Defence contain no reference to the part to be played by members of the voluntary organizations such as the St. John Ambulance Brigade; and this omission is causing grave doubts in the minds of personnel. Will they be used as an organization, or ,\Till they be expected to drop their identity and enrol as private individuals?
Some years before the last war, voluntary organizations were asked to train members of the general public in anti-gas and preliminary first aid; and the Brigade carried out this request in a magnificent manner. On the outbreak of war, the Brigade had approximately 7,000 trained anti-gas instructors, and all personnel had received some anti-g;;1S instruction. According to the Chief Commissioner's report for 1939, nearly 12,000 anti-gas instructors had received instruction from the Brigade, and over 61,000 members of the general public had been trained in anti-gas precautions.
Thjs was an excellent response to the Government's request; and one which the Brigade was justly proud.
Later, however, the services of the Brigade, as such, together with other voluntary organizations, were passed over, and arrangements for training placed in other hands. Naturally, the Brigade personnel, who had given much time to this subject, felt that they had been slighted, and that they had been used only until the Authorities could put their own arrangements into operation.
It is a well-known fact that Government officials on numerous occasions paid tribute to the most excellent assistance they had received from the voluntary organizations, and we feel that" Service to Others" was faithfully carried out.
In the matter of training members of the general public in first aid, voluntary organizations will be asked to supply certain selected personnel to act as instructors. It will be necessary for them to pass an official examination on their ability to lecture, and the selected candidates must be fully qualified and well experienced first aiders.
In other matters, it is a question of " Wait and See"; but whatever the outcome of discussions now being pursued, we are sure that members of the Brigade will give every assistance they can to ensure that the Civil Defence organization is an efficient body. Loyalty to one's country is greater than personal in convenien ce.
<iranD Jril.ltJI in 13'enerahle @rber 3JnlJn tlJe 1&ritislJ li{.ealtlt of of tlJe 'jozpital nf of ]erusalem
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His Majesty The King has been graciously pleased to sanction the following Promotions in, and Appointments to, The Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem. til ([anaOl:l
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF KNIGHT
Henry Eugene Sellers, (from Commander).
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF KNIGHT
John Campbell Bowen.
The Hon. John Alexander Douglas McCurdy.
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF DAME
Margaret Ellen, Miss Douglass, M.D., (from Commander).
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF COMMANDER (BROTHER)
Colonel Charles Paul Gaboury, O B.E., M.D.
Lieut.-Colonel Joseph Darley Le Moyne.
John James Vaughan. (From Officer)
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF COMMANDER (BROTHER)
Charles Luther Burton, C.B.E.
The Hon. Chief Justice Wendall Burpee Farris Frederick Johnson.
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF OFFICER (BROTHER)
John Cook.
Hugh Roy Mustard, M.D.
Samuel Edgar Turner. (From Serving Brother).
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF OFFICER (BROTHER)
Donald Forbes Angus.
Lieut.-Colonel Erskine Brock Quirin Buchanan, K.C.
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF OFFICER (SISTER)
Caro Eileen Marjorie, Mrs. Pemberton (from Serving Sister).
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF SERVING BROTHER
Robert David Adams.
Wilfred Edwin Akenhead.
H.oward Stuart Bergin.
Kai Samsoe Bjorn, O.B.E.
Major Sydney Henry Blake
John Bolderson.
Dr. Geoffrey Ronald Bourne John Boyes.
LIeut.-Colonel Philippe Angus Costin. Campbell.
William Harold Chamberlain.
The Rev. Canon Wilfred John Clarke (AssistantChaplain).
John Davidson Cran. Walter Bentinck Dejean.
William Dunsmuir
David Dyson.
Frederick Elder.
George Duncan Geddes.
Dr. Frederick William Gershaw.
George Albert Gibson.
Colonel Paul Grenier.
Charles Arthur Hill.
Alexander Muir Jarvie.
Robert Young Johnston.
Joseph Albert Langlois, M.B.E.
Clifford Luce.
William Stroud Matthews.
Andrew McIntosh.
Albert Allan Minty.
Lieut.-Colonel Charles O'Conor-Fenton.
Lieut.-Colonel Etienne Theodore Paquet.
James Richard Potter.
Henry Christoffers Powell, M.D.
John Marshall Rennie.
Duncan Robertson.
George Saine, M.D.
John Harvey Stokes.
Herbert Milton Shepherd Tait, M.D.
William Mackenzie Thompson.
Andrew Mowat Whisker.
Lieut.-Colonel Edgar Joseph Young.
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF SERVING SISTER
Marian O'Connor, Mrs. Beatty.
Fannie, Miss Black.
Hilda Lillian, Miss Carpenter.
Ina Laura, Miss Cobleigh.
Jessie Marguerite, Miss Dixon.
Winifred Mary Hartley, Miss Dixon.
Elvira Jane, Mrs. Douglas.
Hannah, Mrs. Downer.
Bessie Mae, Mrs. Hadlow.
Ethel Graham, Mrs. Hammatt.
Donalda Kennedy, Mrs. Hay.
Florence Ada, Mrs. Hutchinson.
Ruth Augusta, Mrs. Jamieson.
Mystic Hanson, Miss Kempffer.
Ruby Jane Penfold, Mrs. Lawrence.
Angela Margaret, Mrs. Lesso.
Marguerite, Miss MacLean, R.R.e.
Lillian Edith, Miss Maskell.
Katherine Wark, Mrs. Moir.
Freda, Miss Oberdan.
Mary Florence, Miss Percival.
Annie Louisa, Mrs. Reynolds.
Ada Alberta Elizabeth, Miss Toffey.
Mildred Allen, Mrs. Transue.
Marjorie Mary, Mrs. Woodill.
Aileen Elizabeth Adele, Mrs. Gibbs.
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J'ustraItan QIommonXo£altb
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF KNIGHT
The Hon. Sir John Mellis Napier, K.C., M.G., (from Commander).
Charles Ernest Cameron Wilson, M.B., (From Commander).
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF
Clement Armour Verco, M.B., (From Officer).
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF OFFICER (BROTHER)
Colonel Alexander Christie, M.B.E.
Arthur John Stanley Meyers.
Alan Ray Heath.
Stanley Symons
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF OFFICER (BROTHER)
Lieut -Colonel Geoffrey Newman Morris, M B., F.R.C.S.
Major Charles Douglas Donald, M.B
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF OFFICER (SISTER)
Emily, Mrs. Faulkner.
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF SERVING BROTHER
Major Aubrey Francis Seymour.
Theodore Nicholas.
Edmund Charles Goff.
Captain John Baldwin Walters Meredith, M.B.
Louis McArthur Le Breton.
Captain Francis Edison Barclay, M.B.
Leslie James Carrington.
Thomas Neale Matterson.
Walter Sterling.
Harold John James Boyd.
Thomas Albert Flowerday.
Goronwy Owens.
Andrew Douglass Young.
Thomas Poole.
Arthur Parkinson, M.B.
Edward Waterfield Hayward.
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF SERVING SISTER
Olive Isabel, Mrs. Ring.
Edna Mary, Miss Shaw.
Isobel Mary, Miss Green.
Amelia Frances, Miss Field.
H Ida, Miss Book.
Mildred Ada, Mi5s Corry.
Ellice Ettie Peden, Mrs. Dart, M.B.
Jjnaia
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF ASSOCIATE KNIGHT
Sardar Bahadur Balwant Singh Purl, C.LE., O.B.E. (from Associate Commander).
FOR ADMlSSION IN THE GRADE OF ASSOCIATE KNIGHT
Jivraj N. Mehta, M.D., M.R.C.P.
Major-General Kekhasru Sorabji Master, M.e., K.H.P.
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF COMMANDER (BROTHER)
Major Frederick Tucker Deatker, O.B.E
Sir Arthur William Henry Dean, C.LE., M .e. (From Officer).
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF ASSOCIATE COMMANDER (BROTHER)
Zal Minocheher Contractor (from Associate Officer).
Kamalakar Chintaman Bakhle (from Associate Officer).
Khan Bahadur Captain Sorab Rustomji Mody (from Associate Serving Brother).
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF ASSOCIATE COMMANDER (BROTHER)
Colonel Bijitendra Basu, C.B.E.
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF COMMANDER (SISTER)
Isabel Elmslie, Lady Hutton, C B.E., M.D (from Officer).
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF ASSOCIATE OFFICER (BROTHER)
Lieut.-Colonel Balkrishna Kesheo Sheorey. Brij Mohan Jolly.
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Simpson.
Hedley Francis Summons, M.B.E. (From Serving Brother).
Ramrao Dharamaji Khade. Ganpatrao Shivjee Vazkar, L.N.&.S. Gyan Swarup Vijoy. (From Associate Serving Brother.)
Rai Bahadur Captain Kananbehari Sen Roy, M.B.
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF OFFICER (SISTER)
Lavender Mary, Mrs. Vosper (from Serving Sister).
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF OFFICER (SISTER)
Dorothy Grace, Mrs. Howard.
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF SERVING BROTHER
Dr. Frederick George Percival, O.B.E. Cyril Preonath James. Louis Marshal Pinto.
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF ASSOCIATE SERVING BROTHER Frarnroze Rustomjee Meherjee. Nawroji Dorabji Umrigar. Erachshaw Mancherjee Kapadia Ashwani Kumar Mukerji.
Setalvad.
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF SERVING SISTER
Winifred Sorab, Mrs. Mody.
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF ASSOCIATE SERVING SISTER
Zinna C., Miss Munshi.
FOR PROMOTION TO THE GRADE OF ASSOCIATE OFFICER (BROTHER)
U Maung Maung (from Associate Serving Brother) FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF SERVING BROTHER
Mohamed Naina Maricar CU Than Tin).
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FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF OFFICER (BROTHER)
Alfred William Azzopardi, M.D.
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FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF SERVING BROTHER
Dr. Victor Chan Fook Tet.
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF ASSOCIATE SERVING BROTHER
Dr. Choong Ka Khey.
MAJ 0 R-G ENE RAL
J. E. T. YOUNGER, C.B.
Major-General J. E. T. Younger, Secretary of the Order, was invested on January 11, with the Medaille de la Reconnaissance Franyaise by the French Ambassador at the !faison de France, London.
This Medal, which was established by the French Government in 1917, was awarded General Younger for services rendered bv him in connection with French prisoners-af-war during the 1939 / 1945 war.
FOR ADMISSION IN THE GRADE OF 39 ASSOCIATE OFFICER (BROTHER)
H.R.H. THE PRINCESS MARGARET
His Majesty the King, Sovereign Head of the Order, has invested Her Royal Highness the Princess .01argaret with the Insignia of Dame of Justice of the Order. Her Royal Highness is Commandant-in-Chief of the St. John Cadets.
COUNTY SECRETARIES AND ADMINISTRATION COURSE
The first training course at St. John House took place on January 15/ 16 when County and other Secretaries, also officers concerned with Administration attended. Over 80 delegates were present with Mrs. B. Girouard (Assistant Superintendent-in-Chief) occupying the chair. Madam Chairman expressed her pleasure that so many members were present; whilst l\Iajor Darvil-Smith (Br igade Secretary) in a short address stated that the administration of the Brigade rested almost entirely on the work of the Brigade Secretaries.
District Staff Officer J. S. H annam (Assistant Brigade Secretary) gave a talk on "The Brigade Office System" (of filing) and displayed the system used at Headquarters for keeping registers of Counties, Corps, Divisions and individual members.
"Do's and Dont's for Brigade Efficiency" was the title of an interesting and instructive talk given by ::\liss ::\1. Harrison (Secretary for Nursing Corps and Divisions), which was followed by "Committee \Vork" by i11iss \v. E. Longden (Staff Officer to the Deputy Superintendent-in-Chief). l\Iiss Longden discussed procedure at meetings in an excellent manner.
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The first Dominion Competitions, held last year, proved most successful, and they will now become an annual event. Teams from the North and South Islands competed, the tests being carried out at Dunedin. Seven Nursing and eight teams represented the various Dlstncts, and according to the examiners reports, the work done was of good standard.
'orth "allc) Nursing Division (Otago D1Strict) and Otahuhu Railway Division (Auckland District), gamed the championships, and receiyecl the" Priory' Cup for Nursincy Divisions" the ,:' Priory. Cup fo/' Ambulance DlvlslOns respectJvely from the Priory Secretary.
At the session after lunch on the Sunday, the Course was presided over by Lady Dunbar-Nasmith (Deputy Superintendent-in-Chief) who introduced Assistant Commissioner H. J. Harris (Hereford) who spoke on " County Training Courses" during which he enumerated the subjects which should be included in such courses.
During the course three periods were allowed for Group Discussions; and the final session of the Course was the receiving of reports from the Group leaders. It was apparent that members bad given great thought to a number of interesting and important items, and some Group recommendations were accepted for transmission to Headquarters.
Mrs. Girouard brought the Course to a close with a short summing up.
County Supt. Mrs. 1. 1\I. Edwards (V/est Riding Yorkshire) voiced the thanks of the delegates to Lady Dunbar- asmith, l\Irs. Girouard, and members of Headquarter Staff, also to the Warden (Miss Crosbie) and staff of St. John House.
Individual delegates expressed their delight on the cheerfulness, comfort, and cleanliness of St. John House. Everything possible had been done for their comfort for which they were extremely grateful.
The fact that each Island gained one championship, increases the friendly rivalry which exists between them. This year's events will take place in the North Island, and it will be interesting to see how the teams are placed.
?n the analysis of marks gained.
lt 1.S pleasmg .to see the high percentage ':,hlCh competItors scored. In the Nursing SIde four members gained full marks in Home :i:\ursing Individual oral, seven full marks in the Roller Bandaging, whlle m the Bedmaking one pair lost but half-a-mark, and two other pairs one mark. In the Ambulance tests one man gained full marks in the Individual Practical First Aid, and in the Resuscitation test the winning Ambulance team lost only 2t marks out of a total of 40.
RESPIRATION
A Synopsis oj a Lecture given in the series arranged by the Priory jor Wales for Colliery First A id personnel in No.6 A rea oj the South- Western Division, National Coal Board.
(Concluded from page 12, January, 1949, issue.)
ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION
Following upon what I said at the beginning with regard to the way in which air is taken into the lungs, I want to draw attention to the importance of placing the hands in the proper position in carrying out artificial respiration by Schaefer's method. It is important that the hands should not be too high up, for one wishes to cause the diaphragm to be moved upwards by pressure from below, and one must not, in the excitement which may be associated with the need to give artificial respiration, forget the normal rate of respiration. One must give time for air to enter the lungs after one has displaced it.
AT DISCUSSION
1. Q Why is it wrong to breathe through the mouth ?
A. The nose acts as a filter and traps much of the dust and dirt which might otherwise go down to the lungs. Also, in breathing through the nose, the air becomes warmed in its passage to the lungs, which may be an advantage.
2. Q. In your lecture you described the functions of the red corpuscles in the blood in relation to respiration, but did not mention the white corpuscles. \Vhy?
A. The white corpuscles have nothing to do with respiration-their purpose is to fight infection.
3. Q. How does an electric shock cause asphyxia?
A. Breathing is automatically controlled by a centre in the brain which is continually sending messages which cause the diaphragm to contract. A severe electric shock upsets the functioning of this delicate mechanism, so that it can no longer send these messages, and breathing ceases.
4- Q. Do all the cells of the lungs get an interchange of air when one does not breathe deeply? Very few people do deep breathing exercisesare they more subject to pulmonary disorders because of it ?
A. I think it is safe to say that one's lungs do get thoroughly ventilated without any specially deep breathing. I do not think there is anything to be gained by practising deep breathing.
5. Q. \Vhy do people yawn when enclosed in a stuffy, cOllfined space?
A. Yawning does not seem to have any special significance. It is generally regarded as a sign that the body is suffering from lack of oxygen.
6. Q. \Ve are sometimes told that, should the patient's face become congested when applying Schaefer's method of artificial respiration, one should change to Sylvester's method Others say that the congestion is a sign of the return of blood to the face, and that one should continue to use Schaefer's method. What is your opinion?
A. The congestion of the face is an indication that the blood is moving again, but I cannot say whether it is better to switch to Sylvester's method "when this occurs. Schaefer's method is probably the safer of the two.
7. Q. Is it true that Schaefer's method of artificial respiration provides the lungs with twice as much air as any other method?
A. Some recent study of artificial respiration has been concerned with the relative efficiency of Schaefer's method and Eve's rocking method. Both methods gave good results and, while 1 am not certain, my belief is that slight advantage has been claimed for Eve's method. It is not true that Schaefer's method gives twice the ventilation of any other m.ethod.
8. Q. V,lhen performing Schaefer's method of artificial respiration, would it not be more effective if the patient were in a semi-upright position, so that the inspiratory act induced by pressure on the diaphragm, is enhanced by the force of gravit y acting on the liver ?
A. That might assist the inspiratory process, but it would not be easy to carry out, and could not be recomm ended for a patient who has been
partly drowned, in which case the head must be kept low to allow the water to be expelled.
9. Q. \Vhen giving artlficlal resplration and in the absence of any for giving pure oxygen to the patient, would it help at all if a person were to breathe into the patient's mouth?
A. It would not help at all in providing a gas with more there would be less oxygen 111 hIS breath than in the atmospheric air. An advantage might be in its increasing the amount of carbon dioxide which 'would stimulate breathing, but it is difficult to force air down through a person's mouth to his lungs without the use of apparatus (such as a rubber tube), and a useful purpose would be served only if the air was effectively blown into the lungs. If this were accomplished the result should be very good.
IO. Q. \Ve have been told that one should use Schaefer's method of artificial respiration for resuscitating a drowning man, and Sylvester's method for reviving one who has been gassed.
A. I would prefer not to express an opinion on this. It is important in the
case of the drowning man that his mouth should be down.
I I. Q. 'Vhen giving artificial respiration is there a limit to the length of needed to revive energy in the body. Vie know how long it takes to get up steam in an engine whose fires are out. Is there a known time for restoring the fires of the body?
A. \Vhen the cells of the body are deprived of oxygen they die, more quickly than others, It IS o.nly worth while giving artifiCIal. resp!ration as long as the cells are stilI allve. You cannot promote oxygen usage by cells that are dead; but it is surprising how long the cells can live on the oxygen containetl in the fluids of body, so that it is worth while keepmg on with artificial respiration for a long time before giving up hope.
12. Q. You say that n. man working at his utmost capacity uses about eight pints of oxygen a minute. For how long can he maintain this pitch of activity?
A. Only for about two or three minutes. The severest level of exercise cannot long be maintained bp.cause the body is then using up oxygen more rapidly than it can be replaced.
OBITUARY
\Ve regret to announce the death of the following :Corps Superintendent Elizabeth A. Craig, RAMC during the last war. He held the of Liverpool" E Corps. Her personal Service Medal and one Bar. charm, simplicity, directness, and sound Mr. Frederick Smith, of the Guildford commonsense endeared her to all, and in Division, who died as the result from a spite of her crippled condition, was an fall while measuring a window of roof indefatigable worker for 40 years. Fol- light at the National Gallery, London. lowing a memorial service, the interment Members of the Brigade acted as bearers. was attended by the Corps President, the Superintendent R. J. P. Gaze, of the Countess of Sefton, County Surgeon Borough of Lewisham Division, who in :'Iurray Cairns, and officers and members spite of ill health continued his voluntary of Ambulance, Nursing, and Cadet Divi- work until confined to bed. He joined the sions who lined the steps leading to the Division in 1931, and was the holder of the church and the pathway to the grave. Service Medal. During his illness he was
AFFILIATION WITH MALTA, G.e.
The scheme of affiliating units of the Brigade in Malta with those of the Brigade At Home is, according to the annual report for Malta, working admirably. The following has been accomplished :-
Addiscombe (Surrey) with Rabat Ambulance Division; Birmingham with Valletta Cadets; Bournemouth with NO.2 (Cotoner) Corps; Bristol with Rabat Cadets; Cheltenham with Sliema Nursing Division; Christchurch with Gozo Nursing Division; Coseley (Staffs) with Rabat Nursing Division; Guildford with No. 4 (Wignacourt) Corps; Liverpool with Gzira-Msida-Pieta Ambulance Division; Plymouth with NO.3 (De Vilhena) Corps; Salisbury with Valletta Ambulance Division; Taunton with Child "VVel£are Nursing Division; Tipton (Staffs) with Cottonera Ambulance Division.
The Commissioner for Malta, Lt.-Col. J. V. Abela, has visited some of the Home Divisions while stationed in this country in his Military capacity.
DEATH OF MR. JOSEPH GROSSMAN
It is with deep regret we announce the death of Mr. Joseph Grossman, whose sudden passing on January 18 came as a shock to all his friends. Mr. Grossman, known throughout the country as " Joe ", was well known to the Order and its Foundations for the splendid assistance given at national and other competitions. Since 1922, he produced t.he st.aging and trained patients, all free of charge, at Association and Brigade National Final Competitions, in addition to his many acts of kindness to Police, Railway, and Brigade competition secretaries. In 1935, the Brigade was invited by the Home Office to assist in recruiting and training of personnel for the A.R.P. Organization, and" Joe" without hesitation produced for the Brigade three sets of films, with six copies of each, so that the Chief Commissioner could arrange to show the films at local cinemas.
Who will ever forget the wonderful concerts which he arranged at the weekend A.R.P. Training Courses held at the Great Central Hotel, London, from 1935 to 1939? Top ranking artists, willingly appeared free of all cost, because Joe had asked them to support an organization so clear to his heart.
It was not generally known that he joined the St. John Ambulance Brigade in 1907, and one year later formed the Brentford Division. His position in the entertainment world was such that in 1910 he introduced first aid in theatres, and so began St. John duties in places of entertainment, to be followed in later years by duties in cinemas. As a District Staff Officer of No. 1 (Prince of Wales's) District, he visited numerous theatres, cinemas, and music halls to ensure that Brigade personnel were not only on duty, but that the personnel were happy in their work. After the first World \Var he gave expert advice, and gained facilities to produce propaganda films for the Association and the Brigade, again without cost to the Order.
He numbered all sorts and conditions of men among his friends. From Kings to Cockneys, yet he was the unaffected " Joe " to each and everyone of them.
The Order of St. John mourns the loss of a good friend, one who was willing .at all times to give of his best and to asslst the furtherance of the work of St. John in all its phases.
'Pro Ultilitate Hominum.'
ST. JOH N HOUSE
Mr. William Hogg, who joined the Blaydon Burn Division (later renamed Winlaton and District) in 1906, and was Superintendent \\I1f'n placed on the Reserve last year. He was admi ttecl as a Serving Brother of the Order in March, 1947. nursed by Supt. Miss Pearce and AjS 1. Scribbins of the Nursing Division, with Dr. Wigoder (Divisional Surgeon) in attendance.
Sir Henry Martin, Provost of Eton and President of the Eton Ambulance Division.
An old Etonian, Sir Henry returned as a Master, and so spent the greater part of Corporal Charles G. Leeson, of the his life at the College.
Hastings Band Division. He joined the Mrs. F. Greenwood, a member of the Hastings Town Divi"jon in 1922. trans- Woouward Nursing Division for just over ferring to the Band Division when it was three years, passed away on September 18. formed in 1937. He was a Military She rendered great service at the General Hospital Reservist, and served with the Hospital, and on certain committees.
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Quite a number of Counties and offered but also take advantage of the Regions are making St. John House the comfortable lounges available. Membership of the Club is open to all venue for annual and other meetings, also St. John members. Full membership is for Courses covering one to three days. one guinea per year; Associate memberThese are in addition to the Training ship costs 5s. per year; and a temporary Courses arranged by Headquarters. membership, covering seven days, can be At the recent Secretaries' Course dele- obtained for 2s.6d. Sleeping accommodation gates praised the acquisition of such is available for approximately 50 persons. a handy and well planned Training Centre Applications for membership and for and were much impressed by the homely particulars of accommodation should be welcome extended by the Warden and made to the Warden, St. John House, members of the Staff. As a St. John Club 15/16, Collingham Gardens, London, it meets a definite need, for members of S.W.5. St. John House is but five minutes' the Order, the Association, and the walk from Earl. Court Station (Earls Brigade can enjoy not only the good food Court Road exit).
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CONFERENCES ATTENDED
During the past six months the following Conferences have been attended on behalf of the St. John Ambulance Brigade by the representatives named :-
British Conference on Social Work.County Supt. 1\lrs. Manley was present when, following the opening by the Chairman (Professor T. H. Marshall, Professor of Social Institutions, UniversIty of London), l\Ir. B. E. Astbury, (General Secretary, Family 'Welfare Association), explained the three main objects of the Conference, namely, (1) to afford contact between workers of both statutory and voluntary bodies in every field, (2) to promote the interchange of information, and (3) to brief the British delegates to the International Conference on Social Work to be held in 1950.
Professor G. H. D. Cole (Chichele Professor of Social and Political Theory, University of Oxford), spoke of the Tmpact of Recent Legislation on Social \Vork in Great Britain; and stressed the change that had taken place between the approach of social workers in Yictorian times and that needed to-day. An address was given by Professor T. S. Sime), (Professor of Social / Science, Vniversity of Liverpool), on Training for Social "York. He favoured professional training in universities and stressed the importance of moral values in the training of both voluntary and public social ,,'orkers. He made a special appeal to voluntary organizations to welcome and care for coloured students coming to this country from overseas. :\lany were sent by the British Council to learn the British way of life and were often embittered by the cold reception they received.
l.Ir. G. E. Haynes (Secretary, Kational Council of Social Service), speaking on the programme of the International Conference on Social \Vork (of which he IS President) said its purpose is to link up the various ational Committees, which 'will be grouped in Regions, with a sub-secretary at Paris for European Regions.
Conferellce on Parelltcrajt in the Home.The Brigade was invited to send a represcntative, but, unfortunately, the St. John .\mbulance Association represcntative 'who was to have attended ",as pr vented from doing so by illness.
Safety Section, on behalf of the Iliord Road Safety Committee on which she represents the interests of the Cadets.
The National Conference on the Care of Old People.-Miss M. Tuckwell, the Brigade Representative on the National Old People's Welfare Committee, also Miss M. Harrison and Area Cadet Officer Miss White, attended this Conference.
Many interesting aspects of the assistance given to old people were discussed.
DIARY OF EVENTS
FEBRUARY
16. Ceremony of Reception of Knights, Chapter Hall, St. John's Gate.
19. orth Eastern British Railways ewcastle District Competitions.
20. County of Sussex Officers' ieeting, Brighton.
24. Investitute, Chapter Hall, St. John's Gate.
MARCH
2. North Eastern British Railways Darlington District Competitions.
4. Police National First Aid Competition Final, Central Hall, Westminster, London.
5 & 6. County/ Corps/ Divisional Publicity Officers' Conference, St. John House, London.
12. North Eastern Region British Railways Leeds District Competitions.
16. Ceremony of Reception of Knights, Chapter Hall, St. John's Gate.
19. North Eastern British Railways Women's Competition Final, York.
23. Torth Eastern British Railways Hull District Competitions.
25. Meeting of the St. john Council for the County of Hampshire, Winchester.
31. Eastern Region British Railways Police Competition, King's Cross.
APRIL
1 to 4. Brigade Senior Officers' Conference, .\'shridge.
SIXTY YEARS AGO
The following has been taken from the nacup Times of October 27, 1888 :Classes in sick nursing arranged by the dIrectors of the Bacup Mechanics' Institution :ommenced on Tuesday last, and
The Xatiollal Safety COllgress.-The promlse to be a very great success. Brigade representative was :\lrs. Hunting- About 100 persons attended the afterton. Yarious statistics regarding road noon lecture, and some 250 that in the accidents were quoted and many methods evening. For the two bandaging classes, for greater safety ,;'ere. discussed. A to which only a limited number could be seventeen-year old Cadet spoke admitted, there were a great many more during the session devoted to the Child applications than could be entertained.
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ST. JOHN AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION
Lancashire.-The Chairman. of the St.. John Council for the County Palatine of Lancaster, the Hon. H. A. Cozens-Hardy, welcomed representatives of the eight Association Areas to the inaugural meeting of the County Association Committee held at the County Council Offices, Preston. He wished the new Committee every success and assured them of the support of the Council. He introduced Mr. O. Horne (Assistant Secretary, St. John Ambulance Association), and Lt.-Col. A. J. MacPhail who had agreed to accept the chairmanship until t. John's Day eve, 1950. Mr. Horne expressed his pleasure at being present as the representative of the Association and that this meeting was the culmination of months of planning and organizing was fully appreciated. The Lancashire scheme had been adopted as a model to be followed by other Councils, and on behalf of the Director of Ambulance and Association
Headquarters conveyed greetings and best wishes for future progress.
Plymouth Centre.-Meeting in the Prysten House, members of the Centre heard a heartening report of progress made since July 5, when they lost their headquarters at Greenbank. Mr. C. Prance, unanimously elected chairman, said that for many years the Plymouth Centre had had its neadquarters at the Greenbank Ambulance Station and was governed by the same committee that ruled and ran Plymouth and District Ambulance Service, but on July 5 the committee was disbanded. The doors of the Brigade Headquarters in Plymouth were thrown open to the Centre; Lord Roborough had consented to continue as President.
Mr. G. Howard, hon. secretary, reported that since July 5 over 210 students had gained their certiiicate. Mr. R. E. Bowden reported on the financial side. Mrs. R. BaIsden was elected vice-chairman.
RAILWAY AMBULANCE NEWS
WESTERN REGION
Gloucester.-The annual dinner of the Gloucester Class was attended by M1'. R. H. B. Nicholls (Div. Supt.), who presided, Sir Leslie Boyce, Sir Frederick Burrows, Mr. L. G. Morris (Div. Loco Supt.), Mr. H. Bolton (District Goods Manager, Bristol), Mr. H. Starr (District Goods Manager, London), Mr. J. Fielding (Chairman, City Brigade), Dr. G. D. Tullis (Hereford), Dr. W. McGrath, Mr. '\lV. E. Brown (Class Chairman), and Mr. W. E. J. Perks (Div. Ambulance Secretary)
Kemble.-Mr. R. R. B. Nicholls presented awards, including a number of long
service medals and bars, at a function held at the Village Hall. The Vicar of Kemble (The Rev. A. F. 1\Ialtin) gave a talk on the history of the movement, speaking particularly of the Grand Priory Church of the Order at Clerkenwell. Owing to the fact that Mr. R. B. Biggs, who had recently been admitted to the Order in the grade of Serving Brother, was unable to be present due to illness, the insignia was handed to him at his home by Lady Cripps, County VicePresident of the Brigade in Gloucestershire.
LONDON MIDLAND REGION
Knouingley Class.-NI1'. A. F. Fielding (Div. Operating Supt., Wakefield) presented Long Service Medals to Messrs. Cowley, Fenton, Hartley, Jenkinson, and Southward and Bars to Messrs. Summersgill (25 and 30 years), Moore (25 years), Harley and Southward (20 years). A gift was also given to the Class Lecturer, Dr. E. Murphy, as an appreciation of his services during the year. M1'. T. C. Amery (late Corps ,upt.., S.J.A.B.) was the chairman.
VISITS TO ST. JOHN'S GATE
the date had been booked by another Division. \Ve are informed that every Saturday up to August, 1949, is now booked, and that early application for la ter dates is essential.
Officers in charge of Divisions are reminded that before making arrangements to visit St. John'S Gate on a Saturday afternoon, it is necessary to apply to the Librarian of the Order to ensure that it is convenient for the visit to take place. Recently numerous officers have Inquiries should be addressed tv the just written to say that they were bringing Librarian, Order of St. John, t. John's along a party without. inquiring whether Gate, London, E.C. 1. 45
POLICE NATIONAL FIRST AID COMPETITION
As previously announced, the final of the above competition will be held on Friday, March 4, at the Central Hall, vVestminster, London, S.\V. 1, commencing at 9.15 a.m. Tickets of admission may be had of the Competition Secretary, the SL. John Ambulance Association, St. John's Gate, London, E.C. 1.
The judges will be Dr. William Duncan, of Liverpool, and Dr. J. R. Hamerton, of Herne Bay.
The Rt. Hon. J. Chuter Ede (Secretary of State for Home Affairs) has consented to present the Pim Trophy and the individual prizes at the close of the competition.
The teams competing are as follows :-
No. 1 District-Lancashire County Police" A ".
No.2 District-North Riding of Yorkshire Constabulary.
No. 3 District-vVest Riding Constabulary " A ".
No.4 District-Birmingham City Police No. 1.
No.5 District-East Suffolk Police.
No. 6 District-Brighton Borough Police.
No. 7 District-Deyon County Constabulary.
No. 8 District-Glamorganshire Constabulary.
No. 9 District-Metropolitan Police (T.S. Division).
GRAND PRIORY CHURCH REBUILDING FUND
Donations received from December 22, 1948, to January 21, 1949.
£100
Hull Nursing Corps No. T, SJAB.
£90 Bedford Town Nursing Division, SJAB.
£61 16s.
SJAB Overseas (within the Colony of Fiji).
£40
Isle of Man Centre, SJAA.
£34 17S. 6d.
St. John Council for Leicestershire.
£2.0
No. 53 Nursing Division (South Met. Gas Co.), SJAB.
Colonel R. S. Chipchase.
R. F. Brigham.
Colonel J. N. Holick (covanent).
£14 us.
Mrs. H. E. Maber.
£12. Tydesley Division, SJAB.
£10 12.S. Bedford Town Ambulance and Cadet Divisions, SJAB.
£10 lOS.
L. Senior. Nursing Division,
£10
Sittingbl'urne Ambulance Division, SJAB. ursing Division,
Sandy Ambulance and NUIsing Divisions, SJAB.
£9 US. 3d. Nursing Cadet Divisions, North, East, and Mid Devon, SJAB.
£6 ISS. 6d. Ripon Nursing Division, SJAB.
£6 Mainby and Eastern Ambulance Cadet Divisions, Priory for Wales.
£5 lOS. Aberdare Division, S1AB.
£5 5S. Miss E. Mabel Leane.
£5 Canterbury Corps, SJAB. Northgate Division, S1 AB. Katherine Hilliard. Handsworth Division, SJAB. Welling Division, SJAB. Finsbury Nursing Division, SJ AB (in memory of tho! late President Miss A. M. Tuck).
£4 17S. 3d. London Midland Region, Railway Executive (1st. donation).
£3 95. 9d. Southern Region, Executive. Railway
£3 R. Franklin.
£3 Ipswich Student Nursing Division, SJAB. 1. Johnson. J. Barratt.
£2. 6s. Penrith, SJAB.
£2. 2S. Midland East Area, Buckinghamshire, SJAB. Miss G. E. G. Jayne.
£2. The Lady Tollemache.
£1 ISS. R. H. Dawson.
£1 14S. Jamaica Branch, SJABO. Dunmow Division, SJAB.
£1 6s. J. C. Chesterman.
£1 5S. No. 4 (Lancashire) District, SJAB.
£1 IS. Div. SUIgeon Wilmslow. Thaxted Nursing Division, SJAB.
G. A. Myatt. Miss E. Sansome.
£1 Colonel Sir George Heron. Mrs. M. Harrison. P. J. Morris. Brixham Nursing Division, SJAB. H. Schofield.
lOS. tid. City Ambulance Division, Nottingham, SJAB.
lOS. Dartmouth Nursing Division, SJAB.
Chas. A. Graham. W. Ace.
7S. George Kent Ambulance Division, SJAB.
2S. E Haddt'll
"Ena a.: In list ID the .January, 1949,.issue A.F.Harvey 5S. should read A.F.Harve £ ro, should fC'ad \'CH.Smlth lOS. 6d.; MISS L.E.Fawcett £6 should read R h h NY 5, DlvlS O lon SjAB, £6; W:E.Atkinson £ro. lOS. should Ambleside Ambulance SlAB lOS mltted from tbe Itst: Miss G.E. Partridge £5. 5s.; Mrs. Crampton-Pym, £2.. 2S.' ,I 46
MARKING SHEET
Cayd.-"Whilst approaching a Railway Station you four are informed that an accident had occurred in a siding. Act as you think fit. Time allowed 20 minutes; warning at 15 minutes.
Action.-Patient to be removed from coach across track on to sheltered platform. On arrival of ambulance, patient to be transported down incline, and loaded into ambulance.
Note for Judge.-Injuries present :Burns of face (blistering).
Burns of right arm, clothing adherent to skin, blisters suspected.
Asphyxia.
Simple fracture middle of shaft right femur.
Large wound of left arm, near elbow joint, glass embedded. On restoration of breathing-mixed haemorrhage. Mac
APPROACH. Marks.
Approach quickly; note surroundings and clues
Any further sources of dange; (AS OBSERVED)
Effective control of situation.. 2
Obtain first aid equipment from Ambulance Box
Detain bystander; observe reliable; quickly inquire history.
Speak to patient (NO RESPONSE).
Ascertain patient not breathing. 2
Quickly observe "obvious" injuries 2
Appreciate need for immediate artificial respiration.
Decide platform nearest suitable place .
Control obvious injuries by temporary first aid methods. 2
Ensuring these do not delay commencement of artificial respiration 2
Remove patient to platform I
Method of removal 4
Care, speed, and efficiency. 4
Method of control on injured parts during removal 2
IMMEDIATE ACTION ON PLATFORM.
Immediately commence artificial respiration; Schafer Method.
Place patient on rug in correct prone position
Arms extended above head (after rapid eli mination of fractures)
All injured parts being supported and temporarily controlled.
Method of controlling injured parts, ensuring no delay
Keep patient's head to one side, to keep nose and mouth from ground.
Do not place pad under patient
Do not draw out tongue.
Ensure free passage of air, etc., no obstruction. 2
Remove any foreign bodies from mouth and pharynx
Confirm nature of weather. (COLD AND WINDY).
Do not waste time undoing clothing, except as absolutely necessary.
Ensure warmth, and protection from elements throughout
Carry out movements smoothly and rhythmically
Keep careful watch in case of recurrence of hremorrhage I
Induce inspiration (correct method) . 4
Swing body back slowly towards first position
Removing weight from hands, but keeping in position 47
Alternate movements by rhythmic swaying, 12 times per minute.
Pressure 2 seconds; relaxation 3 seconds 2
When natural breathing restored, regulate movements to correspond . . 2
Caution re promoting circulation by rubbing limbs (injuries).
Apply such warmth as possible
Watch carefully for some time lest respiration fails
Continue perseveringly until respiration restored
(Note for Judge.-As soon as Judge has sufficiently ascertained how Artificial Respiration is being performed, if adequate, he will sav: " Natural breathing is now recommencing.")
Inquire if hremorrhage is recommencing (YES)
(Note.-If competitors' attention has to be drawn to this, half marks only awarded.)
Ascertain conditions unsuitable for preparation and application of antiseptic Is bleeding point readily visible? (YES)
Rapid direct pressure with thumb or thumbs " 2
Over pad if immediately available.
EARLY ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION.
Telephone doctor, hospital, ambulance; give details, stress urgency of case. 2
(Rep/y.-Ambulance will arrive in about 12 minutes. Patient to be conveyed down slope to ambulance on arrival. Doctor will be at hospital.)
GENERAL EXAMINATION.
Examine back of patient before turning (only" stated" injuries) . . 2
Carefully steady, support, and control all injured parts 2
Turn patient on to his back; on rugs 2
Method and care I
FACE AND HEAD (see also "Shock" section).
Observe burns and blisters
Temporary cover, but do not obstruct respiration 3
RIGHT ARM.
Observe burns; clothing adherent to skin Blisters suspected (YES)
Temporary cover 2
LEFT ARM.
Observe large wound; glass embedded
Observe initi 711y no active hremorrhage (blood clot); do not disturb.
Following on recovery asphyxia, mixed hremorrhage
(Initial treatment as indicated, following artificial respiration.)
RIGHT FEMUR.
Elicit swelling
Deformity (eversion of foot, shortening).
No accidental discoveries
No irregularity.
Observe marks on skin and clothing.
GENERAL SYSTEMATIC EXAMINATION FOR OTHER INJURIES.
Method and efficiency (NOTHING ELSE DISCOVERED) 4
SHOCK (on recovery from asphyxia).
Observe pale face and lips
Beads of cold sweat on forehead
Cold, clammy skin
Nature of pulse (RATE 96 PER MIN.; STRENGTH FEEBLE)
Observe general weakness (LOSS OF MUSCLE TONE)
Equal on both sides
Nature of breathing (SOMEWHAT SHALLOW)
2
Max. Mark>.
Pupils (EQUAL, SOMEWHAT DILATED, REACT SLUGGISHLY). 2
As patient recovers elicit clouding of consciousness and giddiness.
TREATMENT-LEFT ARM.
Spread out clean handkerchief, etc., place necessary dressings on it
Care in handling dressings; replace unused dressing with due precautions
Confirm no fracture of limb; elevate 2
Expose wound; remove only necessary clothing 2
Confirm foreign body not easily removable
Maintain direct pressure until dressing applied 2
Build dressings and pads round to sufficient height, etc. 2
Bandage to apply pressure without pressing on foreign body 2
Is bleeding controlled? (IF CORRECTLY DONE, YES)
Appreciating near joint, etc., apply splint
Apply large arm sling
TREATMENT OF BURNS.
Make every effort to keep sterile until arrival at hospital.
Use (if possible) sterilized dressings.
Use great care in handling and application
If possible wash hands carefully before handling
Is medical aid or hospital readily available (DECIDE ACCORDING TO REPLY TO PHONE MESSAGE)
Obtain and prepare warm alkaline or saline solution 2
Salt only available; use one teaspoonful in pint of warm water
FACE.
Cover with lint soaked in solution
Leaving hole for nose and mouth
Bind lightly in place (blisters) RIGHT ARM.
Do not remove clothing
Saturate burned area with the solution 2
Cover area with lint, etc., soaked in similar solution.
Ascertain blisters suspected, bandage lightly. 2
Support in large arm sling I
Give large quantities of warm, weak, sweet tea (see" Shock" section) 2
(Note Jor J[/dl[e.-Other efficient methods of supporting both upper limbs will receive full consideration.)
TREATMENT OF RIGHT FEMUR.
Gently draw down foot, bring into alignment with its fellow 2
Apply eight bandages; correct order, and application.
Apply well-padded splint (armpit to just below foot).
Secure bandages correctly
TREATMENT OF SHOCK (throughout test apphcable).
Keep head low and turned to one side .
Loosen. clothing about neck, chest, and waIst.
Ensure free circulation ofair
Continue careful and gentle handling throughout.
Appreciating "thigh" injury precludes elevation of lower limbs.
Continue warmth, hot-water bottles to sides of body
Bet.ween legs and to feet, first tested
Stnctest care to ensure patient does not get burned.
Avoid heating to point ofsweating
Stimulate by all suitable methods also "Burns").
Ensure freedom from excitement and worry
Max. Marks.
Do not discuss patient within his hearing
Further message to hospital indicating probable need for special anti-shock treatment 2
TRANSPORT.
Test stretcher; correct blanketing
Use under-blanket as carrying sheet 2
Correct wrapping of patient.. 2
Ensure patient secure on stretcher 2
Appreciate patient to be carried down slope to ambulance.
(a) Use slings; (b ) carry head first because of thigh injury
Lower stretcher with end foot from ambulance.
Appreciate patient indifferent to which way he travels .,
Observe only one berth, load correctly 2
Keep slings with stretcher.
One bearer to accompany patient to hospital
Instruct him to keep careful watch on patient during transport
GENERAL.
For intelligent and explicit use of bystander
Identification of patient, care of belongings, tactful message. 2
Careful watch on conditions throughout. 3
Correct report and instructions to ambulance driver
Notifying responsible authorities
General care of equipment
Total 200
THE ABBEY SCHOOL FOR SPEA KERS
,Ve are pleased to give notice of two Speakers Resident vVeek-end Courses which are being held at High Leigh, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, under the auspices of the Abbey School for Speakers.
The first will be held on April 8 to 11 ; and the second from June 10 to 13. At the April course there are three actual courses being run. Advanced Training (for those with previous training), Conduct of Meetings, and Speech Technique, but students may attend any lecture they wish. The June Course will be devoted to Speakers' Competitions, details for which will be made available later.
;\1any members of the Brigade will have heard Mrs. Mears (Principal of the School) giving splendid talks on Public Speaking) and many hints on chairmanship at Training Courses arranged by Headquarters; and therefore there is little need to emphasize the fact that the courses arranged by the Abbey School for Speakers are of the highest quality. Included in the April Course is a Dramatic Recital by :!\Iarjorie Hellier (Old Vic and Embassy Companies) and she will give the item which won the Ellen Terry Cup (All England).
Readers who wish to attend either of the Courses should make early application to. the. A,bbey School for Speakers, 36, Vlctona Street, London, S.W. 1. Inclusive fee .f<;>r each Course is £3 3s. with an addltJOnal 5s. booking fee.
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'QJqt ;JJnqn J\mhulnnce J\t-
HEADQUARTER NOTES After-Care and H ome Nursing team test. in the final competitions. County Presidents and Vice·Presidents.The establishment for County Presidents and Vice-Presidents will be 1 County No. I (PRINCE OF WALES'S) DISTRICT President (man or woman), 4 County Western Area.-The first annual dinner Vice-Presidents (1 Ambulance, 1 Nursing, of the Area was held on January 29, when 1 Ambulance Cadets, 1 Tursing Cadets). Assistant Commissioner Dr. G. R. H. Existing County Presidents and Vice- Wrangham and Mrs. Wrangham welcomed Presidents 'will continue as at present. some 120 members and friends. After the (See B.R., p. 22, para. 111 (b).) Loyal Toast, County Surgeon Lieut.-Col. Appointments -County Officer Thomas E. J. Selby proposed II The Brigade" and Hugh Evans, M.C., F.R.I.C.S., appointed referred to the work which was carried out Acting Assistant Count.y Commissioner, by those behind the scene. He welcomed County of Shropshire. Sir George Abbiss (Deputy Commissioner) District Surgeon Capt.ain Norman Ward and spoke of the many years Sir George Rawlings, L.M.S.S.A., L.M.R.C.P., ap- had been connected with the Metropolitan pointed Assistant County Commissioner Police, during which time he had been a for Cumberland and Westmorland, vice good friend to the Brigade. On retirement Dr. Edgecombe, resigned. he joined the Brigade giving to it the County Officer Donald Hindson, ap- experience he gained with the Police pointed Assistant County Commissioner Force. Sir George Abbiss after expressing for Northumberland. the Commissioner's regret that he was Brigadier Thomas Walker Davidson, unable to be present, said that whilst an M.B., appointed Acting District Com- Assistant Commissioner of the Police he missioner for t.he orthern Ireland District had seen the Brigade at work, and he, and vice Lieut.-Col. R. Vv. M. Strain, resigned. his colleagues of the Police, could hardly Badges for Dewar and Perrott Trophies find appropriate words to pay tribute to Winners -It has been decided to issue the members of the Brigade. The presence of badge, to be worn on the uniform, to all of Brigade personnel at functions gave members or the teams winning the abo,-e confidence to thousands of the general trophies. public. This was only brought about by Miniature Service Medals and Bars.- the loyal and devoted years of service. These are now available from the Assistant We are, he said, proud to be members of Secretary, Order of St. John, St. John's the Brigade. and o. 1 District of the Gate, London, E.C. 1. Bars cost Is. 6d. Brigade At Home was known throughout (plus 3d. postage) and Service Medals lOs. the world; it was up to all members to (plus 3d. postage). see that the highest efficiency was mainBrigade Officers' Annual Conference will tained. be held at Ashridge from April 1 to 4. District Officer F. E. Stratton proposed Bookings must reach the Secretary for "The Visitors" mentioning the Mayor Training, Brigade Headquarters, by and Mayoress of Kensington (who took March 1, enclosing Conference Fee of 7s. such an interest in the Brigade) Assistant per delegate. Commissioner G. P. Hart ( orthern Area), Brigade Nursing Competitions.-As from and Mrs Hart, Mrs. Butanowich (Comthe 1949 competition, teams will be missioner's Secretary), Mr. G. E. Craft required to carry out two separate team (Editor of The Gazette), and Mrs Craft, tests: (1) (a) to treat a supposed disabled Presidents and Vice-Presidents of Diviperson or persons according to a card (or sions and also Divisional Surgeons to cards) of instructions handed to the team, whom the Brigade owed so m uch . Mr. markings on patient (or patients), or G. P . H art in reply mentioned that his other information supplied to them; early days in t h e Brigade were spent in (b) to arrange for transport of the patient the Western Area when the Cricklewood by hand-seat or stretcher (Furley pattern) Division was in that Area. H e expressed to a given point' and to unload (male thanks, on behalf of the guests, for the bearers will be provided). kind hospitality extended to them. The (2) To arrange for after-care and home last toast was that of II The Chairman" numing (which may include Chapter XVII and County Surgeon Major H . C. Stewart of the First Aid Manual) of a patient eulogised t h e work done by Dr. Vhangham according to card (or cards) of instruction who as a busy man found time to give his handed to the team. services to t he Brigade. The success of The Countess Mountbatten of Burma an Area is due to t h e efficiency of t h e (Superintendent-in-Chief) has presented a H ead ; and Western- Area was efficient tropby to be awarded annually to the t hanks to the example set by the Assistant team gaining the highest marks in the Commissioner. Dr. \iVrangham suitahly 49
replied and took the opportunity of thanking all offIcers, men and women for their loyal support during the year. He drew attention to the fact that the Western Area had gained the Championship of the District, and it was now up to the members to gain the BrIgade Championships.
Dancing followed the dinner, with CorpI. A. Dunbar as Master of Ceremonies.
Walthamstow Division celebrated its Jubilee by holding a dinner on January 7. Supt. V. Turner presided. After the loyal toast, District Officer A. E. A. Ambler proposed "The Diyjsion " to 'which Div. Surgeon J. L. :McKenzie Brovm replied "Our Guests" was proposed by Div. Surgeon Forbes Buchan the response being made by Commissioner Major A. C. vVhite Knox who presented Supt. Turner with the Jubilee Certificate of the Chief Commissioner, and the Service Medal to Div. Surgeon Helen vVatson (of the No. 11 Tursing Division). Amb. Officer J. V.neeley gave" The Chairman" to which Supt. Turner replied. Those present included District Officer J. Kemp (a former Corps Supt.), Mr. S. W. James (a founder member), Supt. Mrs. Emberton and other officers. The Division was formed in 1899 by a few disbanded members of the \Valt.hamstow Yolunteer Fire Brigade, and although at one time Corps status was given to it and the Nursing Division, it is now reverted to Divisional status.
East London Division.-The Golden Jubilee of the TO. 30 Division was celebrated by a dinner on January 8 at which nearly 300 members and friends were present. Proposing the Division, Commissioner Major A. C. White Knox said that since its foundation in 1899 the Di\'ision had grown and prospered. He recalled the name of Supt. Stitcher who had served t.hem so well throughout the years. Their record was a wonderful one. When the last war started they were 120 strong; 88 had gone into the Forces some making the supreme sacrifice while others gained honours. He thanked Supt. Goldstein and his wife and all officers and members for their personal support and loyalty. Supt. Goldstein in reply stated that there had been many difficult days, but they had been overcome. Supt. Hayman, their founder, was a man of st:ong who had well and truly laId theIr fortunes. Supt. Stitcher was a kind, gentle, and "yise man, and had served them for over 45 years. Oiher names were also recalled; and reference made to the fact that District Staff Officers Franks, and Grossman, Supts. Park, Golding, and Stitcher had started their careers with the Diyjsion. The President Mr. Jack Spanjer had 46 years' associa SO
with a link with the past and the present. I t was hoped he would soon rise from his sick bed. Div. Surgeon J. M. Raphael proposed "Our Guests" to which the Mayor of Stepney (Alderman T. Aylward) replied. District Officer H. Dunford submitted" The East London Ambulance Family", the reply being made by 1\1r. W. O. James Robinson on behalf of Supt. Miss F. A. Minot who was absent owing to illness.
It was announced during the evening that it was the wedding anniversary of the Commissioner and Mrs. vVhite Knox, who was present, and the announcement was greeted with cheers.
LANCASIDRE DISTRICT
Ashton-under-Lyne Group.-On January 15, the Ashton-under-Lyne group, consisting of Ashton, Mossley, Denton, and Droylsden units, held a dance in the Town Hall, Ashton-under-Lyne, under the patronage of the Mayors and Mayoresses of Ashton-under-Lyne, and Mossley, the Chairman of the Denton V.D.C. and his wife and members and officials of the various Councils. The function was well attended, and District Officer G. Halbert expressed thanks for the support given.
Blackpool.-Members of the Fylde Officers' Association and friends held their annual dinner on January 12, with the President, Supt. Mrs. Fielding in the chair, supported by the secretary, Amb. Officer 1\1rs. Bottrill, and treasurer, Amb. Officer H. Fielding. Thanks were expressed tO'the retiring ofiicia1s with the hope that the past President, Corps Supt. Arthur Dyer would soon fully recover from his indisposition.
Bring and Buy Sale, by the Didsbury Nursing DIVISIon, was a markerl financial success [21 being added to the H.Q. Building Fund as a Major Cllndiff opened the proceedmgs and his wife presented :;twards to the in the Baby Show Judged by DIstnct Officer Dr. Marion Reekie.
Didsbury Ambulance and Nursing attended the special service at the Pansh Church after which wreaths were placed on the local War Memorial. The annual competitions for the Didsbury Trophy (individual) and the Dldsbury Team 1.'rophy were judged by .Corps Ofiicers MISS Holyoake, Miss Hahday, and Mrs. Fenna; the winners being Amb.c:Sister A. Codling (Indiyjdual), and Sergt. Amb. Sister Buchan and Cadet Browne (Team). The dual trophy for Cadets was awarded Cadet D. Miles, the adjudicator being Supt. McEwen.
The high light of the first part of the
Winter Session was the lecture given by l\liss Goodchild, Matron of Christie Hospital and Holt Radium Institute, Manchester, on the work of this famous hospital and the undiminished fight against cancer. The Matron invited members of the Didsbury Nursing Division to visit the hospital.
Members of the Didsbury Ambulance, Nursing and Cadet Divisions received their awards from the hands of the Rev. Father \Vilkin. An enrolment ceremony was conducted by District Cadet Officer R. Charlesworth who enrolled 8 girls and 4 boys into the Brigade.
Lancaster -The Lancaster Nursing Divisional competition team were succesful in winning the Hewitt Cup at the Morecambe Competitions. Seven teams competed before Dr. Mather, Dr. Lyle, and Supt. Helme. Councillor A. Hewitt (the donor) presented the cup and prizes to the winners.
COUNTY OF BEDFORD
Bedford Town Nursing Division, under L. Askew, held a sale of work which was opened by Lady Bowring. This resulted in £90 being forwarded as a contribution towards the Priory Church Rebuilding Fund.
COUNTY OF BERKSHIRE
Hungerford.-The annual competition for the team cup resulted in CorpI. H. E. Bennett (captain), Ptes. K. F. Batt, B. H. L. Harrison, and C. H. J. Suter being the winning team. Div. Surgeon M. M. Wallis \vas the judge, and he presented the award, also the 1948 awards in the absence of County Officer Lady Speckernell.
Commissioner C. A. Poole presented Mrs. E. Morrissey with the warrant of appointment, and President
and Mrs. C. A. Newport with an Hon. Member's Badge at the annual social and presentation of awards at the Reading South Nursing Division. Miss Jones (Divisional Secretary) was presented with a fountain pen in appreciation of her services. Those present included Corps Surgeon J. V. Shemilt, Corps President Lt.-Commander W Morrissey and members of County and Corps Staff. Regret was expressed at the absence of Dr. Keeling, the recently appointed Divisional Surgeon, owing to illness.
COUNTY OF BIRMINGHAM
The W.O. '8 and N.C.O. '8 Club was revived in 1947 and has a good programme of monthly meetings and dances. It ended its second year of revival with a children's party as it used to in the old days. The Club was formed in 1920 and the chairman, Corps Sergt.-Major R. C. Day has stated: "we want this Club to dra·w Divisions in Birmingham closer together and to keep up our efficiency."
Film Shows.-Three showings of physiology, first aid, and citizenship films for adults and senior cadets were arranged by County Cadet Officer Dr. J. G. Billington, at Headquarters (Chairman, County Surgeon Nicol), at the G.E.C., Witton (Chairman, Vice-President W. H. Stanton) and at Kingstanding. A special feature was the first showing of the film made of the C.E.C. "Gamage Cup" competition.
Social Events.-The Tower Ballroom was the scene of a fine "B" Corps Dance (Corps Supt. S. Larner). G.E.C. " A " and " B " Divisions have each held successful dances.
The Erdington Nursing Division (Supt. Mrs. Lilly) much enjoyed a showing of coloured films on industrial injuries and welcomed many friends from nearby divisions.
Cadet Supt. Miss Meredith organized an
Carlisle Divisional competition team, winners of the Cumberland District Lamberton Cup Competition. Seated centre is County Commissioner J. Lamberton.
(By courtesy " The Cumberland News".)
"American Square Dance" 'which was '-oted a great success.
Witton and Kingstanding Division annual dinner and presentation of awards was presided over by President C. G. Broomhead, supported by Lt.-Col. J. B. Taylor who was presented with his warrant of appointment as Vice-President by Asst. Commissioner W. E. Ballard, who in proposing "The Division" referred to the continued need for personnel for ,-oluntary duties. Div Surgeons Silverman, who replied, emphasized the number of hospital duties undertaken. " The Visitors" was given by Supt. ]. Bone, to which County Officer V. Chancellor (Stafford) replied. Lt.-Col. Taylor proposed "!he Ladies" and acknowledged the serVIces rendered by (( wives and " everywhere to all voluntary orgamzabons. Mrs.]. S. Bone replied. The guests included County Officer Mrs. F. Frew, County Cadet Officer Dr. Billington, and others.
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
the past year Carli Ie DIVISlOr: entered teams in various open competItIons. One team, captained by A. Elliott was very successful wmDlng the Divisional competition Cup), the. Lamberton Cup "111ch IS open to all Bngade teams in the County, and the Carlisle Brigade Cup, open to any ambulance team within five miles radius of Carlisle.
COUNTY OF GUERNSEY
Division -At the first drill m.eetmg of the new year, Mr. A. C. was instituted as President, while ;'lrs. was asked to distribu te the trophles won during the vear. The Balmoral Trophy (gi,-en by Deputy Corbet, late President) was won by Pte. A.. L. Robert; the Proficiency Trophy (gJVen by members themselves) by Sergt. E A. Lowe; and the Bluebird Trophy by Falla Bros.) to the "team captamed by Sergt. Lm,-e.
During last year 198 cases were conby ambulance, 1,629 hours given at and 61 persons received attentlOn from members while off duty upt. Saunders introduced Mrs. Bichard and J?r. P. S. A. Heyworth welcomed Rlchard as President.
the voluntary worker. Although there had been a national drop of some 25 percentage in membership of the Brigade, that of Berkhamsted 'was practically nil. He expressed his pleasure at the success of the recently formed Nursing Division, and at the continued good 'work of t he Cadets.
President Dr. ]. Dixon responded and stressed the importance of voluntary service if the country is to carryon. "The Guests" was proposed by Secretary ]. S. Ross, to which Police Chief Inspector ]. Paton replied. During his ten years in Berkhamsted he had never received such assistance from any department as he had from the St. John Ambulance Brigade. H e put them on the highest level of unpaid voluntary servants of the public.
Among the guests were County Staff Officer E. Keightley, County Supt. Miss Sparkes, Vice-President C. L. Pocock, Dr. ]. ]. Rowlands, and the divisional officers.
Welwyn Gard en City -After an association with the Brigade for 20 years, Supt. \\T. L. R. Palmer has resigned. He was a founder-member of the Division in 1928, and. with the exception of Mr. George Lmdgren, M.P., who is now President, is the only original member left. He became Secretary in 1930, Ambulance Officer in 1932, and Superintendent in 1938. In 1943 he was awarded the Service Mr. Palmer was at one time captain of Welwyn Garden City L.N.E.R. StatlOn team which had a run. At a meeting of the DIVISIOn held on January 12, Amb. Ofncer E. A. Rusch paid tribute to Mr Palmer's work and offered sincere for his efforts
COUNTY OF NORFOLK
Attleborough.-The new Joint ambulance was formerly dedicated by the Rev. ]. Webb before a large gathering. Mr. ,\V. ,\iVebster, who presided, stated that In 25 years the two had had four ambulances. Speeches on behalf of the Order of St. John and British Red Cross Society were made by County Commissioner Sir Cook and County Director Miss E. Gnfnth.
Gorleston.-A dinner promoted jointly by the Gorleston units of the Brigade and B.R.C.S. was held at the Bridge H otel Yarr,nouth, where Mr. A. T.
COUNTY OF HERTFORD presIded Supported by the Mayor (Mr E. R. Riggle F. H.. ?tone) and Mayoress, County presIded at the annual dinner of the CommISSIOner Sir Thomas Cook, President and Nursing Divisions. County Mrs. F. oel (B.R.C S.), County Supt. Langley Jones proposing Dr. May Rutledge, Dr. W. E. Rutledge The Bngade referred to the early days and County Officer R. C. Hannant. of the and to the National Mayor the two organizations for Health Senjce \"hich still left room the serVIces they had rendered to tl for Borough. 1e
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COUNTY OF NORTHAMPTON
WeIlinghorough.-The Victoria Nursing DIvision held the annual dinner at the Lyric Cafe. Div. Surgeon Griffith Jones presided in the unavoidable absence of the County Commissioner, and extended a welcome to the visitors, President Mrs. C. Griffith Jones, Mrs. R. M. Thompson, "\Irs. VV. Poskitt, Mrs. 1\1. ain, and others. After the toast of " The King" and (( The Brigade" presentations were made. Corpi. C. Martin received the 2nd Bar, Supt. '\fiss S. Thompson, Sergt. D. W. Bird, and Amb. Sister P . Brown received the Service \redal, whilst four members received Chevrons. Amb. Officer M. Pierce, on behalf of officers and members presented a leather brief case to Miss r. Poskitt to mark her promotion to the rank of Corps Superintendent of the Wellingborough Corps.
COUNTY OF NOTTINGHAM
Nottingham Corps -Divisional OJIi.cers rormed a vVe1come Party to the of Brecknock who opened a successful Fair. She was supported by the Lord and Lady Mayoress, Corps President Dr. Cyril Banks, and Miss \Vinifred Gibson (late County Superintendent). :\{embers with long service formed a guard of honour, being congratulated by Lady Brecknock on their record of service. The remarks of the Countess at the opening were inSpIrIng, helpful, and encouraging, stressing the need of the Brigade to-day. Nottinghamshire was one of the live and active Counties.
A luncheon party was arranged at the Black Boy Hotel and given by Miss Gibson.
COUNTY OF OXFORD
Witney -A dinner was recently given by Supt. J. C. Chesterman to mark his forthcoming retirement after 46 years with the Brigade at which County Commissioner Dr. Gardiner-Hill paid tribute to Mr. Chesterman's long service. He joined the Oxford City Division in 1903, and form ed the Witney Division 20 years ago. Mr. Chesterman, who had reached the retiring age, had done a great job of work which was seldom equalled or surpassed. He would transfer to the Reserve. Amb. Officer Busby handed Mr. Chesterman an inscribed wrist-watch on behalf of past and present members of the Division. A fountain pen was presented to Mr. W. ]. Rowe who was retiring from t h e position of treasurer.
PLYMOUTH, S. W. DEVON, AND E. CORNWALL
Saltash.-At t he annual m eeting of t h e Saltash Division it was stated t hat t he
ambulance had been sold t.o the County Council. County Supt. Mrs. BaIsden suggested that the money be used to provide a building in Saltash, and t he Mayor (Mr. C. E. Underhill), who presided, supported the suggestion. As, however, it was felt that building would not be possible for some years, the money is to be invested.
Asst. Commissioner Col. C. T. Thompson emphasized the need for voluntary work which had not ended with the National Health Scheme. Supt. A. T. Dwelly reported on the year's activities; while Supt. Miss 1. Osborne reported on the activities of the Nursing Division.
COUNTY OF SOMERSET
Bridgwater.-The annual dinner of the \mbulance and ursing Divisions took place on January 11, with Supt. B. Radford in the chair, supported by Asst. Commissioner A. ,\Vevell, President Mrs. Incledon-vVebber, 1\1r. T. Davey (former superintendent) and Mr. J. Evans. During the evening Asst. Commissioner Wevell presented the Service Medal to :Mr. G Hall, and a 1st Bar to Mr. H. Emery. Taunton.-The second Old Time Dance proved a great success, as did the annual New Year Social held in St. George's Hall.
COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
Gippeswyck Division held its annual meeting recently when Supt. C. ,"ValIer presided supported by Mr. F. Gooderham, a former superintendent who had been associated 'with the Division since its inception 43 years ago. Secretary E.C. Brand stated that members carried out 513 public duties and over 50 transport duties; the greatest number of duties being done by the older member Mr. W. Miller, 105. He had completed 38 years with the Division and congratulations were extended to him by Supt. ValIer and Corps Sergt. Major F. Rufford.
COUNTY OF SURREY
Chipstead Valley - Vice-President
Gooding presided at the annual meeting when Sergt. Moss (officer-in-charge) reported that an average of 68 hours of voluntary duty had been done by each member during 1948.
Guildford.-At the annual meeting of the S.J.A. Club (Guildford) the secretary stressed the fact t hat games' evenings, tournaments, etc., had helped to strengthen friendships not only within the Brigade but with outside Clubs.
WEST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE
Halifax.-Div. Surgeon F. A. Lodge presided at t h e annual meeting of t he (C ontinued on page 57 )
Headquarters: Priory House, 4 Cathedral Road, Cardiff.
GENERAL INTEREST
Ambulance Transport Services.-With the implementation of the National Health Sen-ice Act on July 5, 1948, the network of St. John ambulances covering the greater part of the South vVales Coalfield ceased to function as a Department of the Priory for 'Vales. The Priory Ambulance Transport Service, set up in 1918 and extended year by year until it embraced 23 stations with 30 ambulances and a permanent staff of nearly 60, was dealing with conveyances at a rate of 34,000 cases and an aggregate mileage of over 500,000 a year when the provision of ambulance transport became the responsibility of the County Health Authorities. These Authorities would readily admit that it
the iirst half-yearly period (] uly 5 to December 31, 1948) was 21,272 and 354,486 respectively.
In North V\'ales the Home Service Ambulances are operated by the responsible Units of the Order or Society in direct association with the respective Local Health Authorities, subject to the approval, but without direct control of the Welsh H.S.A.C.; and it is a tribute to the public spirited policy _ yractice of the voluntary organizations concerned that a large number of its personnel are continuing to give unpaid service in supplementation of what has become a statutory;,Health Service. would have been impossible to have Great War Reunion Dinner.-With the fulfilled their obligation adequately with- exception of the 1939-1945 war period, out. the benefit of the co-operation and the officers and men of the 130th St. John eqUIpment of the organization which had Field have met each year at evolved an unique system of co-ordinated an annual dmner. Though the size of the ambulance transport and had dealt with assembly necessarily diminishes and a a of. 365,059 ,Patients, involving growing number of old age pensioners are 6,3,,3,273 mIles from mception. to be found among the more recent Before entering into negotiations with gatherings, there is no weakening of the the Authorities with a view to co-operation bond of friendship formed 35 years ago on an agency basis, the Priory had taken when these men responded to the call of steps to become affiliated to the Home the Deputy Commissioner of the No. II Service Ambulance Committee of the District (the late Sir Herbert Lewis Joint of the Order of St. John K.B.E.) in the raising of the Field and Red Cross Society, which has Ambulance Dnit which had the distinction supplled ambulances to Divisions or of the name of the organization Detachments of the Order or Society by WhICh It was raised. mainly in the rural areas, where they have The reunion of 60 surviving members been operated by the voluntary personnel on January 15 was presided over by of the responsible unit. By this means, Major A. W. Anderson, the Medical Officer the Welsh Home Service Ambulance Com- of the Unit, who is a Knight of the Order mittee, wh.ose chairman (the Hon. John and until his removal to Scotland in 1947 H .. Bruce) IS also the Principal Secretary, had a foremost part in the adminiPnory for 'Vales, was in a position to stratlve work of the P h' h I I 100 . . nory avmg e d p ace including replace- succe.sslvely hIgher ranks culminating in ment vehIcles, at the disposal of the appomtment as Surgeon-in-Chl'ef fOl' Authorities in 'Vales. UT 1 Th V\ a es. A telegram of greeting was read . e culmination of these arrangements from Capt. Peter Davies, son of the late that the Priory and Welsh H.S.A.C. Col.]. E R. Davies, Commanding Officer JOlIltly have undertaken responsibility in of the UIllt; and the guest of the evening .Wales as accredited agents for the was F. P. Robathan, Assistant prOVISIon, operation, and maintenance of Cardiff. The singing of the ambulance services as part of the provision hymn' Absent Friends ", composed by made by the County or County Capt. T. A. Anderson (Shrewsbury), who Borough CouncIls: Carmarthenshire GI M was among. those present, was led by onmouthshire, Pembroke- Mr T .Brecknockshire, and Radnorshire . om RIchards (Mountain Ash) and lIlvolvlllg an aggregate of 47 ambulances Capt. E. T. Owen (Bndgend). Major Louis d 75 Cohen (Cardiff) read the Memorl'al Ll'St an. I?ersonnel including Cardiff, where se VI l' d and the Last Post was sounded by Bugler r. ce IS supp le on on a mileage George T.homas,. a Serving Brother of the baSIS. The cases carned and mileage 0 d t 11 h travelled by these ambulances only during as r er s 1. oldmg office in the Brigade Supenntendent of the Penygores 54
Division. As urganizing secretary of the Reunion, Mr. Thomas, whose address is 36 Wind Street, Ammanford, Carms., will
welcome news of the addresses of any members 6£ the Unit with whom he has failed to get in touch.
CEN T RE RE PORTS
GLAMORGAN
Barry Coun t y Area.-The first Nursing Cadets in 'Vales to earn the Special Service Shield are nine members of the Barry Nursing Cadet Division, who have to their credit an excellent record of duties carried out at Barry Accident Hospital and at the First Aid Station on Barry Island staffed by St. John personnel throughout the summer months. The Cadet Superint.endent, 1\Irs. D. Bravey, is to be congratulated upon the results of her unstinted service to the Division, and particularly upon the qualification this vear of 11 members for the Grand Prior's 'Radge.
Bri dgend Co u nty Area -The Bridgend Nursing Division mourns the tragic death of a faithful and beloved member, Miss Margaret A. J.\Iorgan, who died at the age of 24 as a result of injuries sustained in a car accident near Wick. Miss Morgan was keenly interested in nursing, having worked full-time for three years during the war as a ursing Member at Dunraven Castle Auxiliary Hospital. A large representation of the Brigade in neighbouring areas joined the Brigade Ambulance and I ursing Divisions in paying their last tribute at the funeral at which ambulance members acted as pall bearers.
MONMOUTHSHIRE
Tredegar Nursing Cadets, with their officers and friends, numhcring 80, spent a very happy time at the annual Cadet Party held at the Tredegar Ambulance Hall on January 8, when Lady County Area Cadet Officer Miss E. I'(insey, presided and extended a welcome to the new Lady Cadet President, Arthur Williams, mother of the iirst cadet in Monmouthshire to qualify for the Grand Prior's Badge-Caclet Ena Francis Williams, Tredegar. Miss Kinsey was pleased to announce that Miss E. F.
'Williams has now qualified as a Domestic Science Mistress, in which capacity she would be able to assume the role of examiner in the Cadet Cookery examination.
Cadets in Monmou.thshire are organizing as a "Cadet Day" event a Rally to be held in Bailey Park, Abergavenny, on Saturday, June 25, when the Chief Cadet Officer Ambulance Cadets, 'Vales (Sir Michael Duff, BL), will be the inspecting officer.
ABER D ARE
The St. John Exhibition, which had been shown in Wales only once previously, at Newport, was displayed in conjunction with a Bazaar at the Memorial Hall, Aberdare, on December 2 and 3, and was an outstanding success both from the point of view of publicity and recruitment -the primary consideration-and finance. Lady County Supt. Mrs M. H. Llewellyn performed the opening ceremony, over which Mr. S. T. Griffiths, High Constable of Miskin Higher and Chairman of the Aberdare Centre Committee, presided. Councillor Griffiths congratulated the organizers on the efficiency of their work and thanked the public for supporting their efforts. Mrs Llewellyn, who was presented with a bouquet, paid tribute to the seryjces of the Exhibition Secretary, Lady Corps Supt. Mrs. R. Protheroe, and
appealed to the members of the general public present to take up St. John training and membership. Mrs. Archie Camden, the Headquarter Staff Officer in charge of the exhibition, was favourably impressed with the arrangements made by the Commissioner (Mr. Emrys James) and his enthusiastic officers. The bazaar was an attractive feature of the event, the various Nursing Divisions being responsible for well-filled stalls, one of which was undertaken by Ambulance and Jursing Cadets, who put in a considerable amount of time in preparation over a long period. Demonstrations and displays by Ambulance, ursing, and Cadet members contributed to the two days' programme and there is every reason to anticipate good results Irom the arousal of interest among the general public in St. John work.
CIT Y OF CARDIFF
Commissioner Major C. G. Traherne J anuary 6. In planning the year's work, called a New Year Conference of Brigade reference was made to the exhibition to be Officers at the Brigade Headquarters on organized by the Cardiff Education Com55
mitlec at the close of the present session and cultural su bjects and handicraILs by to demonstrate the activities of youth the cadets. First aid arrangements made for the clubs, evening institutes, and adult International Rugby Match at Cardiff education. Divisional Officers were asked Arms Park on January 15 proved more to decide upon their various contributions, than adequate to the needs-I I cases only which might take the form of realistic requiring to be treated among a crowd of displays of first aid and home nursing 50,000 spectators.
BOROUGH OF MERTH YR TYDFIL
An interesting account of the Hospital Library Service at St. Tydfil's Hospital, .:.\Ierthyr, has been received from Mrs. .:.\lelbourne Thomas, wife of the Assistant Commissioner, who is also the Chief Constable of Merthyr Tydfil. From the commencement of the service undertaken by Mrs. Thomas in February, 1948, at the request of the Hon..Mrs. J. H. Bruce, Joint County Organizer under the Hospital Library Department of the Joint Committee, 2,065 books have been issued, in addition to which many hundreds of magazines were obtained and distributed to those unable to enjoy a book. The
original stock of books, supplied by the Hospital Library Department, has considerably augmented by local gIftS, but there is still room for expansion as the hospital caters for chronic cases, while the types of cases in other wards the segregation of books and magazllles. Those engaged in the Library Serviceand assistance has been forthcoming from the ladies of the Inner Wheel at l\lerthyr and members of the Merthyr Rotary Club -have been greatly encouraged by the expressions of appreciation from the patients and have had every encouragement from the Hospital Matron and staff.
BOROUGH OF R HONDDA
The Annual League Competition between Divisions of the Upper Rhondda Corps has entered upon its second postwar session and already it has evoked a great deal of enthusiasm among the seven Divisions which participate.
At a recent match held at Cwmpark between teams representing Cwmpark and Treorchy the fixture was affected by a fuel cut of a rather long duration. This did not deter the teams, members of which left the hall and returned with a dozen
miners' lamps from a nearby colliery, and the competition was held by the light of these emergency lamps The resource of the competitors was re,yarded by a very keen match, Treorchy gaining the advantage by one point in the Theory Test and Cwmpark narrowly defeating their worthy opponents by one point in the Practical Team Test, so that the result was a tie. The judges for the evening were Corps Supt. E. \lV. Irons (Theory) and Cadet Supt. Gwyn Morris (Practical).
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\Voodward Nursing Division, supported by President Mrs. E. M. Woodward and Vice-President Mrs. L. M. Calvert. Miss Annie Jackson gained the highest marks for 1948 and for the second year in succession was presented with a silver cakestand. Mrs. Hickman was presented with the ribbon of the Service Medal.
Morley and District Corps have recently acquired a trophy for annual competition by Divisions of the Corps. At the first event the Ardsley Division gained first place with l\Iorley runners-up. The winning team also supplied the two winners in the Individual Section. In the absence of the donor (County Councillor Harry Hardy) Corps Supt. Taylor presented the prizes and thanked Corps , upt. Horne (Dell'sbury) for judging the tests.
Keighley.-A Nursing Division re-union was held recently at which a presentation was made to ursing Officer Mrs. Bolsover who had resigned as she was leaving the district. County Surgeon Prentice presIded; and Supt. Mrs. \Vadsworth welcomed the guests including Corps Officers Wm. Smith and Mrs. Moody. She paid a glowing tribute to the work of Mrs. Bolsover and presented her with a framed picture " The Letter" conveying the best wishes of the members for her future welfare. Mrs. Bolsover in reply thanked the members and wished them continued success under Mrs. \Vadsworth. A presentation was also made to Amb. Sister Mrs. Chadvvick on her resignation to take up another appointment outside the area.
THE HOSPITALL ER'S CLUB
The annual general meeting was held on January 14, with President A. Turtle in the chair. The Secretary reported that there were now 139 members, and that during 1948 the average attendance at meetings was 6 1 Before the election of officers, the Chairman expressed his appreciation to the members of the Committee and also to all members of the Club for their support during his year of office. He had pleasure in proposing that Mr. S. J. Stillwell (vice-president and past secretary) be President for the ensuing year. This was carried with acclamation. The result of other elections were: VicePresident, P. G. Hart; treasurer, Mr. K. F. O. Stallard; secretary, Mr. R. A. Payne; social secretary, Mr. J. Kemp; committee members, Messrs. Craft, Lear, Dunford. and Dines. Messrs. Bandy and Elvin were re-elected auditors.
or otber or all of the three races of germs, Streptoc"rcl, Staphvlococci and B.pyoevaneus are found In eVt'r'V ,lull llliectiou common to this coun try, and ,1.;'>1 1 I PEOL OINTMENT contains the antibndtcs (allllvirus) of tbese germs. Healing is exp dned by tbe proved ingrf'dients of the OIntment, and septic development IS stoppPd or prevellled by its antivirus stcnle vaccine filtrates. ANTIPEOL OINTMENT is unsnrp;t.'iSI'd for BURNS and SCALDS. lor it is lDlCToblClde and non-:tdheslve, and dressings do not require te be cbanged every day
RHINO-ANTIPEOL
affords rapid rebef of COMMON COLDS, INFLUENZA AND CATARRH. Containing th alltlh",iles of the germs common to infections of tbe and pbarynx (SlaphvlOCO<'Ci strep lOC.occi. H.pyocyaneus, pneumorocci. pneumoba' llh. enterocOCCI, M.catarrbalis. B.PfptfJer), Rl:uno Antlpeol is not just a palliative, but is a remover of tbe caUS of tbe infection. During epldpmlcs it is tbe ideal preventive of microbic d vl'lopmenl
OPHTHALMO-ANTIPEOL
IS a semIfluid ointment, more convenient than ordl1Jary Alltipeol ointment for ocular infeC'tlOfls and lesions. Eyes affpcted by smoke and dust are sootbed almost imrnedlatply by the apphcation of Opbtbalmo-Antlpeol, and tae antiVU'US prt'vents germs from developing.
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INTERESTING CASE REPORTS
CASE REPORT TO 363.-The Officerin-Charge of o. 4 (Lancashire District) S.] .A.B., reports the efficient performance of first aid by a member of the Exchange Ambulance Division, Liverpool « A " Corps, in the following circumstances :-
of the left leg and a scalp ·wound. As the scene of the accident was below quay level the unfortunate victim was lying in dirty and difficult surroundings. The Goods Foreman-Divisional Superintendent R. L. Lewis-rendered immediate first aid, and so efficient was his treatment that after examina-
On Tovember 26, 1948, a serious tion at hospital the Surgeon stated that accident occurred at the Sandon Dock the splinting and bandaging were so Railway Station when a capstan man satisfactory that shock and haemorrwas caught between the rope and hage had been kept under control and revolving capstan, and after being that consequently a transfusion would thrown dO'wn was swung round the not be necessary before operation. The capstan and sustained a compound patient subsequently made a complete fracture of right leg, severe lacerations recovery.
Comment.-TtVords of praise from the doctors who take charge of their patients are always acceptable to first-aide1 Is, consequently D ivisional Superintendent R. L. Lewis merits cordial congratulations on the success which on this occasion attended his efforts to protect his patient fro?11, further aggravation of his iny'uries.Corbet Fletcher.
CASE REPORT No. 364.-The Officerin-Charge of East Riding of Yorkshire
S.] .A.B., reports the efficient performan ce of first aid by the Corps Surgeon of the Hull City Police Corps in the following difficult circumstances :-
individuals were missing and every possible effort was made to search the premises. At 2 p.m. members of the Fire Brigade found trapped in the office a female member of the staff wbo was buried under debris and securely fastened down by a tubular steel chair. Rescue 'work (which resulted in all the At I I a.m. on ronday, Tovember 29, rescuers being soaked with water) there was a very serious explosion at was started immediately, and Corps the Hull Cocoa 'Vorks which are Surgeon P . M. Scott immediately situated on the banks of the river. climbed the 60-ft. fire escape to It appears that an explosion followed render assistance despite the fact that the bursting of a huge petrol tank, and he knew full well the danger involved, the contents thereof coming in contact and he remained with the patient until with the boilers, with the result that she was released and brought to safety a large proportion of the premises 'were on a Teil Robertson stretcher approxiextensively damaged by the explosion mately four hours later. The patient and the fire which followed almost was so severely injured and burned the destruction. From the that she died in the Hull Royal start It was known that certain Infirmary on December 7. Commen.t.-It is to be regretted that all the efforts of those who went to the rescue va'/,1'/,. .Corps Surgeon P. M. Scott merits cordial congratulahons 1.11. that he mam,tamed m every way possible the highest i1laditions of the Order and the Bngade.-N. C. F.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Artif icial Respiration
S. H. a recent when applying Silvester's method. on artIficIal respIration, our As I do not know the reason for the DlvlsJOn.al .suggested that it instruction given on page 149 of the would, m hIS 0plllon, .be beneficial Textbook, body inclined if possible to. lay patIent 'wIth body in- from feet upwards, I should be glad of c1ll1ed slIghtly head downwards, even your valued opinion.
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The questwn whether or not pahent's head should be slightly raised or lowered is not vital to the performance of artificial respiration either by Schafer or Silvester method. Lowering the head slightly, has the advantage in drowning cases of facilitating the escape of fluid from the lungs. On the other hand this position tends to bring the contents of the abd01l'ten against the diaphragm which might restrict its movement, and so reduce the intake of air during inspiration.-N. C. F.
A Funny Story
A. H. (Merton Park).- The enclosed arrived and demanded to see" Mr. newspaper cutting caused me to smile Hernia, who had been strangled I " the other day, and it is passed to you, vVhen it was suggested that they had as I know that you like funny stories. come to the wrong house, one of the It tells of a patient being taken constables explained that their car seriously ill, and of his doctor tele- radio had picked up the message, phoning urgently for an ambulance to "Suspected strangulation, Hernia,S St. take patient to hospital. After it John's A venue," and that they thought arrived, the patient was being removed Hernia was someone's name. downstairs when the mobile policemen
Good! Next please J !-l. T. C. F.
Treatment of Greenstick Fracture
.:vI. M. (Cardiff).-vVe have been told as possible position cause additional that with a greenstick fracture there pain to the young patient? If so, is a risk of the tissues being caught would it be correct if, by means of between the partly broken ends of the adequate padding suitably applied, we bone. That being so, would not the adapted the splint to any unnatural attempt to place the limb in as natural position of the bone?
W1.th a greenstick fracture the bone is partly bent and partly broken. Consequently the?'e wou ld be little risk of the tissues being caught in the broken portion of the bone. With all fractures the Textbook tells us to place limb in as natural a position as possible-" with great care" and "without using force". In other words if any pain 1.S caused during our manLpulations we must at once desist because the onset (or aggravation) of pain indicates that we are in fact using force.-N. C. F
Sites of Knots with Arm Slings
P. S. (Hounslow).-In our ambu- injured or uninjured side of the body. lance class recently, discussion arose as In these circumstances we should be to whether the knots of the large and grateful for your ruling. small arm should be tied on the
With both arm slings the instructions of the Textbook (p. 50) read: "Pass it (the end of the bandag e) round the neck so that it appears on the iny'ured side; then carry the second end up to the first and tie them." In other words, the knots of the large and small arm slings are tied on the iny'ured side.-N C. F.
Fractures of both Clavicles
O. P (Plaistow).-We shall be grate- bones. As you know, the Text book ful if you will tell us how we should does not refer t o this combination of apply the bandages if we should be both injuries; and we shall be grateful called upon to treat a patient who is for your kind advice in this mat ter. suffering from fractures of both collar-
The 39th (1937) edition of the Textbook is silent concerning the treatment of fractures of both collarbones ; and consequer:tly is no official to-day. This combination of iny'uries was last tn the 3 1st (19I6) and the instructions there given read as follows :-" When both collarbones are broken, keep the shoulders back by narrow bandages tied round eac h arm close to the shoulder, passed across the back over the opposite arm and tied together in front . The forearms should be raised and supported by the bandages."-N. C. F . 59
Epilepsy
L. W. (Harrow \Veald) .-In view of stated that there are of the fact that most first aiders at Grand Mal-many first alders, thmksome time or other are likely to meet, ing that the has recovered from or, be called to treat an epileptic, the fit, are mystIfied by.the .last sta!5e I feel that the signs given on page r60 which is knmyn as eI?lleptIc of the Textbook are not sufficient If this extra mformatlOn were gIven and I think that they are misleading I think that it would added in not stating briefiy, but clearly, to. the .first alder when the two main types of fits-Petit Mal makmg hIS dlagnosis. Your :valued and Grand Mal. I would like to see it opinion would be greatly apprecIated.
The teaching of the Textbook is based on simplicity and on of sary details. What your letter suggests is that unn ecessary detalls should be mcluded in the Textbook in the section which deals with Ep2lepsy. These are unnecessary, first because they cannot affect the treat11zent which is to be and because few first aiders would be able to recognize an attack of Pet2t Mal, m wh'/,ch there is usually only a momentary loss of consciousness.-N. C. F.
Use of Kaolin
H. l'.lcK. (Lee).-Please tell me if a joints, synovitis, and other conditions Kaolin or some such poultice is useful as some of my club-mates swear in reducing swelling for sprains of by it.
A Kaolin poultice is a useful remedy in the treatment of suitable cases / but the decision to use it or not rests with the doctor who takes charge of the patient and not w/,th the first aiders who render temporary assistance. Incidentally, I question if your club-mates could w/,ake an accurate diagnosis of the injuries.-N. C. F.
Fractured Leg at Ankle
E. B. (Jersey).-A discussion able the tying together of both recently occurred at Divisional Practice limbs does not, we think, sufficiently on the correct treatment of a fracture immobilize the injured limb. Aft er involving the ankle joint, and it seems trying out several methods we found to us that the treatment as set out in that a right-angle splint, the splint the Textbook is not suitable for the running under the leg and along the following reasons :- sole of the foot, was the most suitable, First, direct pressure would be put on the actual fracture when (a) steadymg and extending the limb; (b) putting a figure-of-eight bandage round the ankle.
and failing that method a box splint. Your expert advice and ruling on the matter will be much appreciated. Do you not consider that a fracture involving the ankle joint should receive distinct treatment as from a Secondly, when no splints are avail- crushed foot or fracture of the leg ?
. In the treatment of a fractured leg involving ankle-joint there 2S practically no Y1sk of dlrect pressure causing further complications because ( ) when extending the lmtb the Bearer should place one hand under the patient's heel and the other on the top of the foot whereby he avotds pressure in the region of the ankle; and because the figu1 'e -of-etght produces a uniform pressure round the limb and affords support m the same way as the bandage which is placed round the chest in the treatment of a simple fracture of nbs.
W hen no splints are tying the limbs together is quite effective an d complLcatzons not anse prov2ded that the leg is handled carefully by the fir st a2der. FtnaLly, 2n reply to your concluding question, the inclusion in the T ex tbook of a spec2al form for injury would not serve any usefu l purpose consequent on the difficulttes of first a2ders tn making accurate and exact di agnose s.N C. F
He·s impOS Sible , dyspeptic, rude, needs a course of Benger·s Food
When your digestion is out of order, practise what is known as R est-Therapy - rut your digestion for a while and take a course of Benger's Food at night Bengers " is rich nourishment, pre-digested It 800n soothes and strengthens the digestion back to normal.
