ST. JOHN DAY CELE BRATIONS
The Festival of St. John Baptist was celebrated by Holy Communion in the Crypt Chapel of the Grand Priory Church. The Bishop of Kensington of-ficiated.
There was a crowded congregation in the ruins of the Grand Priory Church for the Commemoration Service at which the Bishop of Dover gave the sermon. Members of Chapter-General ro bed in their mantles walked from the Chancery of the Order to the Service, headed by the Band of the Royal Artillery and choristers of the Chapels Royal. The Cross of the Order (carried by Lt.-Col. \V. W. Dove) preceded the Sub-Prelates and Chaplains, the Standard of the Order (carried by Supt. Elvin) was followed by the Director of Ceremonies (H. Pirie-Gordon) and members of ChapterGeneral. Representatives of Priories Overseas were included in the procession, the Sword of the Order being carried by Capt. J. Docwra Rogers before the Lord Prior.
GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Following the Service the General Assembly 'was held in the Chapter Hall, at which the Lord Prior presided and welcomed the Members present. He called upon the Executive Officers for their reports.
SECRET ARy-GENERAL'S REPORT
The Secretary-General (Brigadier W. B. G. Barne) referred to the Investitures which have taken place in the provinces, and to the fact that there were still a number of Officers and Serving Brothers and Sisters who have yet to receive their Insignia.
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In November, 1948, Sir Harry Luke, the Registrar, paid a visit to Germany with a view to making contact with the Association of Westphalian Knights of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, and with the Bailiwick of Brandenburg, the Protestant Branch. In February of this year, Sir Harry also made a tour of the three l\Iediterranean Colonies, where he carried out Investitures and inspected the Foundations of the Order in Malta, Gibraltar, and Cyprus.
The Departments of the Emergency Help and After-Care of the St. John and Red Cross Joint Committee have been amalgamated with effect from January 1, 1949. The new Chairman is Lt.-General Sir Ralph Eastwood.
An opening service for the Lambeth Conference was held at Canterbury Cathedral on July 1 last. By kind permission of His Grace the Archbishop of Canterbury, and with the consent of the Dean, the Prior, attended by two Esquires in uniform, the Secretary-General and the Director of Ceremonies, attended the service and formed a small procession into the Cathedral wearing the robes of the Order. Members of the Order will be interested to hear that we have also been invited to send representatives of the Order and the Brigade to the service there next Saturday. It is in connection with the Canterbury Festival in Commemoration of Science and Art of Healing.
It is hoped to hold the Annual Commemotation Service next year in Canterbury Cathedral.
HOSPITALLER'S REPORT
The . Grand Prior held a Reception of Knights on February 16, at which the Lord Prior and the Marquess of The Lord 'Webb- Johnson (The HosCarisbrooke were presented with their pitaller) gave facts relating to the insignia as Bailiffs Grand Cross. Ophthalmic Hospital in Jerusalem.
The Order has had the pleasure and Owing to the political situation the advantage of discussing the reorganiza- vVarden decided that no good purpose tion of the Order with representatives could be served by retaining the staff, from the Priories of Scotland and and the British Sisters were successWales and from the Overseas Priories fully evacuated from Jerusalem. The of Southern Africa, New Zealand Matron went to Amman in TransCanada, and Australia If no jordan. where she remained until seen difficulty arises, it is hoped to June, when she returned to England.
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The Warden remained in Amman where be could be available to such action as events dictated Tbe Warden returned to England about tbe middle of October. and as a res u lt of his report it was decided that tbe Order's resources should not be. dissipated in any temporary commItments. but that an out-patient clinic at Watson House should be set up and that he should also take over Stratbearn House if necessar y It was also decided that tbe Warden should return to Amman and visit Jerusalem wben co.uld, keeping the Hospital CommIttee mformed of the situation .
Tbe Committee bave the greatest confidence in Dr. Manson's judgment, and tbe deepest appreciation of his loyalty to the Order and devotion to We are. said the Hospitaller, delIghted that his services bave received public recognition by tbe
The Bishop of Dover giving
award of the C.B.E. in the New Year f-Tonours
The Hospitaller referred to the damage to the Hospital buildings. and the lootmg of the contents. which was considerable. The Out-patients' waiting·room has been completely demolished by shell-fire; the subterranean. passage connecting the annexe WIth the main building has been blown up; most of the doors and windows have been blown out ":,,hi.lst all equipment. beds , bedding: fitt Illgs , and furniture have been removed . In the Warden's latest report. he says the work at Watson House and Strathearn House is increasing, and that the number of patients. who attended during April, 1949. was 4.891. The Hospital at the moment is in the hands of the Jewish l\Iilitarv Authorities, andJs occup'ied by Jewish_troops. Early III 1949, It was decided_to_offer
the sermon at the annual service which was held in the ruins of the Priory Church .
to the British Red Cross Society's relief team in Transjordan the services of the vVarden and his staff to work in co-operation with them in Transjordania at the various refugee camps.
In' addition to this, Council and Chapter-General agreed that a substantial sum be placed at the Society's disposal for medical supplies in connection with their relief work. This fund is held by the Warden, and its primary use is for drugs, dressings, and instruments for ophthalmic cases.
The Warden and his 5taff pay three visits weekly to Shuneh Camp, which has about 20,000 occupants in tents, and also to Zerka Camp near Amman, which has about 6,000 refugees. Reports received from the Duchess of Marlborough and the Countess of Limerick, who have visited these camps, state that the work of the vVarden and his staff has proved most valuable,
increased by 356, certificates gained by 3,5 00 , and re-examinations by 67 8
The Director has been in touch with the Chief Medical Officer of the National Coal Board, and in touch with the British Electricity Authority, and had discussed with the Chief Inspector of Factories ways and means of improving and developing the standard and practice of first aid in industry generally.
The Ann ual Police and Railwa y Competitions have been held. Further competitions are being arranged for the employees of the General Post Office, both men and women, and also for the Transport Police Force.
The Director referred to the help given to the Association by a number of St. John Councils in the counties; and to the new textbook on Hygiene, written by Professor F. A. E. Crew.
THE BRIGADE AT HOME
The Chief Commissioner (Sir Henry DIRECTOR OF AMBULANCE'S REPORT Pownall) appreciated the recognition
The Director (Sir Bertram Ford), accorded the Brigade as a Foundation after dealing with the inevitable of the Order. upheavals and changes of the War, and During the past year there has been the period of reaction which set in a decrease, a much smaller decrease after, referred to the recovery which than that of the previous year, and it has set in. The St. John Ambulance was felt that we are now down to bedAssociation has been moving quietly rock, and that we shall experience a forward, and particularly during the steady increase. The total strength last twelve months. Since his appoint- to-day, including Cadets, is approximent last year, he had seen much of mately 120,000. the work and worth of the Association, During the year the work of the and had realized how great are its Brigade has considerably increased. potentialities for useful and valuable Public duties undertaken in England service, both to the public at large and and Northern Ireland number over the Brigade, which is, after all, the 360,000 occasions; first aid cases outcome and practical exponent of our treated by Brigade personnel amounted teaching. to nearly 650,000. The medical pro-
There is a steadily growing apprecia- fession continue to give their valuable tion of the value and the need for first support. During ihe year, 246 new aid training and the teaching of Home surgeons joined the Brigade, making Nursing, Hygiene, and Child Welfare, the total strength 3,386. In addition not only amongst the population there are some 400 Nursing Officers. generally, but also in Government There are 700 ambulances operated Departments, the Railways, the Post by the Brigade, and during 1948, Office, the Coal Mines, and in Industry 227,893 cases were conveyed in the generally. ambulances, which travelled nearly During the first six months of this four million miles. In the majority of St. John year, 2,542 classes were held, Counties the Brigade have become an increase of 318 over 1947, 26,142 agents of the County Council for the certificates gained, an increase of Ambulance Service now administered 3,765, and 9,069 re-examination passes under the National Health Scheme. gained, an increase of 1,500. During Members of Nursing Divisions have the last five months classes have taken a very active part as attendants
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with ambulances. They are continuing to give valuable assistance to the community, particularly by their co-operation in hospital nursing, in nursing aid under the direction of the District Nurses, in Child Welfare Centres, at day and residential nurseries, in escort duties, the blood transfusion service, and general welfare services. Members continue also to take their share in the activities which come und er the Joint Committee of the Order and the Society,
The establishment of St. John House as a Training Centre and Club is proving a frrm success; membership is steadily growing.
The Cadet Organization has held a number of successful courses and camps. The reallocation of age groups has been well received.
The Brigade are playing their part in Civil Aviation, and discussions have taken place with the Home Office Authorities on the part which the Brigade will be required to play in the future organization of Civil Defence.
THE BRIGADE OVERSEAS
Sir James Sleeman (Chief Commissioner) first expressed his pleasure at the presence of Representatives of the Priories in the Dominions, and to thank them for the help which they had given to the Brigade Overseas.
The Dominions of India and Pakistan are retaining the Association and the Brigade, the latter of which totals some 16,000 uniformed members.
Sir James referr d to the work carried out by Brigade personnel in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, and to the 40th Anniversary Celebrations of the Brigade in to be held in October next. A formation of a District of the Brigade had been formed in l\Iauritius.
Sir James then gave a resume of his official visit to the Brigade in Hong K.ong, the Colony of Singapore, and the Federation of Ialaya, which has already been reported in the Gazette.
In conclusion, Sir James Sleeman announced his intention of retiring from the appointment of Chief Commissioner of the Brigade Overseas on St. John 's Day of 1950, when he will not only be 70 years of age, but also have completed 20 years in that
responsible and interesting appointmen t, one which had taken him to almost every part of the British Commonwealth an d Empire, and had shown him much of the wonderful work of the Brigade Overseas.
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LIBRARIAN'S REPORT
The Librarian (Dr. R. Williams), stated that the number of visitors to the Library and Museum showed an increase of rather more than 100 since the last report. A gratifying feature was the number of serious research students who had made use of the Ord er's collection. Mr. Fincham celebrated his 90th birthday on February 27, havin g completed 60 years of service to the Order. Outstanding gifts were received from Princess Paleologue, portrait paintings of Grand Masters Pinto and de Rohan; from Sir Harry Luke (Registrar) a collection of Early Deeds, many of which relate to activities of the Order; from Lt. Duncan Macpherson, R. ., a scale of La Vallett's galley (this is now on exhibition in the Lord Prior's room),
THE LORD PRIOR'S SPEECH
" I am sure," said the Lord Prior, "you will be glad to learn that the reorganization of the Grand Priory which was introduced on St. John's Day last year, and which, besides altering the composition of Council and Chapter-General, constituted the Brigade and the Association as separate Foundations of the Order, has proved satisfactory."
The revision of the Statutes of the Order which gives freedom to the Overseas Priories, leaving the Grand Priory (which will include the Priories of Scotland and Wales) as primus inter pares vVe are just concluding, continued the Prior, a conference of representatives from the four Overseas Priories, and if all goes well I shall hope to introduce this reorganization on St. John's Day next year.
FolIo-wing the two successful Investitures at Preston and Leeds, the Grand Prior has authorized me to hold further Investitures in suitable centres outside London.
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to Rome and to Sir Harry Luke's visits abroad. In addition to Liaison Officers in Rome, the Order has Officers in Holland, Sweden, and prospectively in Switzerland.
The Lord Prior had given instructions that the Hospital Staff available in Palestine, that is the Warden, the Sub-\iVarden, and the Matron, should continue their humanitarian work in co-operation with the Red Cross Commission, which is looking after refugees in Transjordan. For this purpose, £1,000 had been put at the disposal of the Warden.
The Lord Prior congratulated the Directo..r of Ambul'ance on the progress made in the work of the Association. It is difficult to exaggerate the importance of a knowledge of first aid and home nursing among the general public. He shared the hope of the Director that we may see a knowledge of personal hygiene very widely spread C1mong all classes in this country.
Although there was a drop in numbers of Brigade personnel, this was not so great as in the previous postwar period. He congratulated the Chief Commissioner and his staff on the satisfactory maintenance of their numbers, and especially on the Cadet
side which has increased since last yea;. He felt sure that the Brigade has an essential part to playas an auxiliary to regular personnel in the Civil Defence in ensuring preparedness for any emergency.
The announcement of the Chief Commissioner of the Brigade Overseas of his intention of retiring next St. John's Day after twenty years' service in office will cause profound regret.
The Lord Prior, on behalf of all members of the Order, expressed sincerest thanks for the valuable work Sir James Sleeman had done over so long a period.
Referring to the Library, the Lord Prior offered warm congratulations to Mr. Fincham on reaching his 90th birthday, and expressed the hope that he will long continue his work in the Library, where he has served the Order for the last sixty years.
Finally, the Lord Prior offered his thanks to the staff at St. John's Gate. This has been an exceptionally busy year, which had put a severe strain on all departments. Everyone had risen to the occasion, and he would like Confreres to know how much the Order owes to their loyalty and devotion.
CONFERENCE OF EMPIRE DELEGATES
The Order has recently had the pleasure of welcoming delegates from the Priories at a Conference held at St. John's Gate in June, 1949, which discussed matters concerning the future organization of the Order of St. John. The delegates attending the Conference, which was presided over by the Lord Prior of St. John, 'were :-
Major J. Forrest Hamilton Scotland.
, The Hon. John Bruce Wales.
Colonel Sir Ellis Robins, D.S.O. South Africa.
Lieut.-Col. Sir James Elliott, V.D., LL.D., New Zealand and Australia. M.D., etc.
Mr. Keith Falconer
Lieut.-Col. T. Guerin, O.B.E.
Miss M. MacLaren
The Conference was also attended by:ew Zealand. Canada. Canada.
Colonel Sir Edwin King, K.C.B., etc., the Chancellor of the Order.
Sir Ernest Burdon, K.C.I.E., C.S.I., LL.D., the Receiver-General of the Order
. Sir Harry Luke, K.C.M.G., the Registrar of the Order .
.. - :'Majo; Sir Algar Howard, K.C.V.O., etc., the Genealogist of the Order. delegates. are shortly returning to report to their respective Priories.
: During their the Gran.d Prior held a reception at St. James's Palace, the Pnor gave a dmner at St. John House and a reception at his reSIdence m Lennox Gardens.
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ST. JOHN COUNCILS IN THE COUNTIES
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE At the spring meeting of the Council it was announced that the Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. Clement Atlee, had consented to become a member of the Council now that he had taken up permanent residence in the county. Lady Denham, County Superintendent, and Mr. W. J. Brown, were welcomed as new members.
Major P. G. Darvil-Smith, County Commissioner, presented his Brigade Report for the completed year which revealed that the work in the County had increased considerably in 1948 and compared with 1947. Strength returns showed a decrease of 33 adult members and an increase of 170 Cadets. During the year 16,9II patients were carried over 309,286 miles by the 30 working ambulances. First aid was rendered to a total of 10,709 persons.
DORSET The St. John Welfare and Visiting Committee organized a tea for old folk at which the retiring Mayor of Poole, Mr. S. F. Langridge, the Mayoress, Lady Ellenborough, the Hon. Mrs. Herbert Lane, and Capt. Docwra Rogers (Chairman of the St. John Council), were visitors . More than 100 aged and infumed Parkstone people sat down to tea and enjoyed the conjuring show which followed.
The first annual meeting of th e Committee was held at which Mrs. K. Martyn, the organizing secretary of the Committee and secretary to the St. John Council, and Mrs. Matthews, treasurer, presented reports.
The same Committee took eighty elderly people for a coach trip to Milfordon-Sea recently.
COMMEMORATION OF THE SCIENCE AND ART OF HEALING
The Order of St. John was represented at the service held in Canterbury Cathedral on Saturday, June 25· The St. John Delegation was headed by The Most Hon. The Marquess of Carisbrooke (who represented the Lord Prior), the Rt. Rev. the Lord Bishop of Rochester (Sub-Prelate), Colonel Woolrych Perowne, Mr. H. Pirie-
Gordon (Director of Ceremonies), Major M. Beachcroft (Assistant Director of Ceremonies), Colonel E. W. Goldsworthy, Major-General Sir Ralph Ains'worth, Colonel Sir Bertram Ford (Director of Ambulance), 'lr. E. A. Richards, Sir Robert Gower, Colonel \V. W. Dove, together with some forty-four mem bE'rs of the BrigadE'.
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THE BRI GADE FINALS
LO NDO N AND WEY MO UTH GAI N CHAM PIO NSHI P HON OU R S
On June 25 the Cen tral Hall, 'Westminster, was taken over by the Brigade, and a st ranger might have thought that a new First Aid Clearing Station had been erected within the building. In the two main halls eight tests (two team and six individual) were staged, whilst in the basement the new Home ursing/After Care team test was displayed.
In addition to members of the BrigadeAt-Home, there were present a number of our colleagues from overseas-Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, India, and Barbados, as well as from Australia, Malaya, and West Africa; and to these a hearty welcome was extended.
The halls were well crowded throughout the day; and those who witnessed the work of the teams, on one of the hottest days of the year, were well rewarded. The work reached a very high standard and spectators were not slow to show their appreciation. The new Home Nursing team test attracted its quota of spectators who followed with interest the complete work of the teams.
As is usual, the occasion was one of reunions-members from diHerent counties had informal chats with colleagues from other parts discussing their own individual trials and pleasures. This is a feature of the Brigade Finals and one which does much good to the movement.
The Lord Prior of the Order (Lord Wakehurst) again showed his interest in Brigade activities by consenting to present the awards and prizes. This is the first time a Prior of the Order has given this honour to the Brigade; and all members appreciated this honour.
A guard of honour, formed by members of competing teams under the command of Major A. C. White Knox (London District Commissioner) was inspected by Lord Wakehurst, who was received by the Chief Commissioner (Sir Henry Pownall), the Superintendent-in-Chief (The Countess Mountbatten of Burma), and other Headquarter Officers. The Prior witnessed two teams at work before partaking of tea.
Prize Presentation
The Chief Commissioner presided at the presentation ceremony, which was held in the Great Hall, and after welcoming the Lord Prior, referred to the work of the Brigade. During 1948 there had been a further drop in figures, but it was felt that membership had now reached rock bottom, and that increases had been rep orted from various parts. In spite of t he drop in numbers more public duties
had been undertaken which meant that more work was being done by the present members. Although Headquarters did all they could to increase membership, it was up to each and every member of the Brigade to act as a Recruiting Sergeant. This would not be easy and would entail a considerable amount of persuasive powers.
Sir Henry also referred to the Cadet Movement which was a most flourishing concern. It was fearfully important that adult Divisions should assist the Cadet Movement on all possible occasions. Regarding St. John House, the Chief Commissioner mentioned the important courses which were being held an d also the fact that St. J olm House was an excellent club at much lower rates than is usual for such clubs. One other point was Civil Defence. No clear instructions from Government Departments concerned had yet been received, but the Chief Commissioner expressed the hope that members who in the past had thought that they had received a raw deal would forget their grievances and do all they could to make the Civil Defence a success .
Sir Henry then announced the results :Ambulance. JlIIarks
1st L.M.R. Camden (London) 351
2nd Middlesbrough Central ( .R. Yorks)
3rd Spalding (Lincoln)
4th Pressed Steel (Oxford)
5th Wm. Butler and Co. (Bristol)
6th Goldthorpe (W.R. Yorks)
7th Kenfig Hill (Wales)
8th March (Cambridge)
9th Rudheath (Cheshire)
10th Canterbury (Kent) . .
11th B.S.A., Small Heath (Birmingham)
Maximum.
Trophies
Dewar Shield: L.M.R., Camden.
Simons Eccles (runners-up): Middlesbrough Central.
Hong Kong (third place): Spalding.
Hingston (highest marks in Team Test) : L.M.R., Camden.
Ellis Cup (best captain): Middlesbrough Central (Pte. J. Butterfield).
Trimble Trophy (highest marks in practical section): Middlesbrough Central.
Nursing. il1arks.
1st Weymouth (Dorset). 305
2nd Blackpool "B" (Lancashire) 303}
3rd Rugby (Warwick) 300t
4th Middlesbrough Central (N.R. 208 Yorks) 300i
Nursing. 5th Spalding (Lincoln) 6th Guildford.
7 th Caersws and District (Wal es) 8th Rotherham (W.R. Yorks)
9th Welwyn Garden City (Herts) 10th Swindon Central (Wiltshire) 11 th Ealing (London) 12th Bangor (Northern I reland)
Maximum
Trophies
Perrott Shield: Weymouth.
Marks. 29 71 293! 290i 286 2831 28q 400
Corbet Fletcher (runners-up): Blackpool.
Chalmers (highest in practical section) : Weymouth.
Lady Mountgarret (highest marks in Bedmaking): Blackpool.
Ellis (best captain): Spalding (Amb. Officer Lawton).
Marguerette Golding (best individual practical Home Nursing): Blackpool. Mountbatien (highest marks in Home Tursing Team Test): Weymouth.
The Lord Prior presen ted the trophies to the successful teams, except for the l\Iountbatten Cup, which he asked Lady Mountbatten to present. This was the first occasion on which the Mountbatten Cup was competed for.
Lady Mountbatten in proposing a vote of thanks to Lord Wakehurst, expressed thanks to the Lord Prior for the great interest he took in all the work of the Brigade. In congratulating the teams on their good work she had a special word of praise for the Weymouth team, who had won the new trophy presented by her husband and herself; she took a special pride in the London teams, being their County President, and she had a word for the Blackpool ursing team who represented the town which her father represented in the House for many years.
Lord vVakehurst felt he was only carrying out what he thought to be his duty as Lord Prior. He spoke of the Brigade as a Foundation of the Order, and wished people would realize the voluntary service of its members. A citizen trained in first aid is a better citizen; and he reminded those present that whatever may happen to Social Services in the future, there will always be a major place for voluntary effort. The Organization of the Brigade reflected great credit to the Chief Com-
many n urses she had seen taking their Final examinations after three years' hospital training
. The Chief Commissioner gave a welcome to member s of the British Red Cross Society (present in greater numbers than before), and to members of the W.V.S. He thanked the Surgeons and members of the Nursing profession for their valuable assistance; and expressed thanks to all who had helped in any way to make the competitions so successful. He especially mentioned the Competition Secretary, Asst. Brigade Secretary J. S. Hannam, by whose untiring efforts the competitions had been so well arranged and carried to a successful conclusion
Of those teams gaining trophies, special congratulations go to Middlesbrough Central Ambulance Division. The leader had only been in the Final once before, while for the other members of the team this was their first Final.
The closeness of the marks in the four first places in the Nursing tests demonstrates the keenness of the competition.
Judges
The judges for the various tests were :Ambulance.-Team test, County Surgeon H. L. Garson (Cheshire); Individual No. 1 (leader), County Surgeon L. Maybury (Hampshire); Nos. 2 and 3, County Surgeon R. H. Kipping (Bucks); and No.4, Corps Surgeon C. A . Bence ('Wales). Uniforms, County Commissioners D. Bryce (Sussex) and Capt. W. Knight (Bedford). Referee for Ambulance Tests, Asst. Surgeon-in-Chief F. H. Edwards. Nursing.-Team test, County Surgeon ]. Main Russell (W.R. Yorks); No. 1 (leader), County Surgeon Gwendolen Brown (Gloucester); Sisters Nos. 2 and 3 (Bed making) , Miss Troughton Booth (Sister Tutor, University College Hospital); Sister No. 4 (first aid), Miss J. Dowsell (Sister Tutor, Charing Cross Hospital); Home Nursing Team Test, Miss E. Cockayne (Chief Nursing Officer, Ministry of Health). Uniforms, County Supt. Mrs. Heald (Surrey), and District Supt. Mrs. Wallace (Northern Ireland). Referee for Nursing tests, County Surgeon J . Kelsall Thomas (Bedford).
CASUALTIES UNION
missioner, the Superintendent-in-Chief, The annual open competition in Diagnoand all Commissioners. sis and First Aid will be held in London
Comments were then given by three on Sunday, October 9. As usual, the judges on the work done. Miss E. competition will be realistic throughout. Cockayne (Chief Nursing Officer, Ministry Copies of the rules governing the of Health), who judged the Home ursing competition may be obtained from the team test, stated that she had taken many Hon. Secretary, 12 Bedford Row, London, examinations, and felt that members of the W.C. 1. Applications should be accomteams had dealt with the cases with as panied by a stamped and self-addressed g r eat an enthusiasm and confidence as envel ope. Entries close on J u ly 31.
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RAILWAY AMBULANCE NEWS
Inter-Railway Shield.-On Tuesday, June 28, the Lord Prior of the Order of St. John (Lord "\Vakehurst) presented the Inter-Railway Shield to Camden (L.M.R.), and the Corbet Fletcher Cup to Horsham.
SOUTHERN REGION
Isle of annual individual competition for the Nicholson Cup was won by R. Tewkesbury (Ryde), followed by R. Russell (Sandown), and R. Prescott (Ryde). !\Ir. G. L. icholson, the donor, presented the cup to the winner.
Dorchester.-Mrs. A. C. R. Pope (President of the Dorchester St. John Nursing Division) presented awards to the successful members of the Dorchester Class. A gold medal for 21 years' service was presented to Mr. F. Clarke (Secretary of the Class), a silver medal for 14 years' service to Mr. Cuff, and bronze medals for 7 years' service to Messrs. Burden, Lucas, and White Bower.
Dorkina.-A successful competition was held for the Ben Allen Pairs' Cup. Miss G. Dimer and Mr. E. Charman gained first place, followed by Mr. L. Durant and Miss M. Cave. Dr. T. L. Scott (Christ's Hospital), assisted by Mr. G. Gibb, was the judge.
Haslemere.-At a successful dinner of the Haslemere Class Mr. Tett, Stationmaster, and Mr. Taylor, Signalman, received gold medals for 21 years' service. Dr. Johnson, class lecturer, was presented with a desk stand and a fountain pen set by Mr. Hooker, Class Secretary, and Mrs. Johnson received a bouquet.
WESTERN REGION
Mrs. H. R. Webb, wife of the Stores Superintendent, has presented to the Swindon Division Ambulance Committee a trophy for annual competition among the ladies' teams competing in the annual Swindon local competitions, also a medal for each member of the winning team.
Aberystwyth.-The Mayor, Councillor T. LI. Thomas, and Mr. T. C. Sellars (District Traffic Manager), presented the awards at the annual dinner.
Barry.-The presentation of Class awards was made by Mr. D. M. Turnbull (Div. Superintendent), who expressed the hope that more young men would be seen in the ambulance movement. Mr. S. E. Tyrrwhitt (Div. Loco Superintendent) presented Long Service Awards . He said that the strength of the movement depended on the number of new recruits.
Fowey.-The Mayor, Alderman H. Rashleigh, presided at the presentation of awards, being supported by Mr. J. S. P. Pearson (District Traffic Manager), and other Officers. Mr. Pearson emphasized the importance of all railway employees taking up the study of first aid.
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Martock.-Martock and Langport Classes combined and held a social evening at which Mr. H. A. G. Worth (Div. Superintendent) presented the awards and congratulated the members on the excellent result obtained.
Paignton.-Mr. H. J. Vowles, master, presided at the staff dmner, during which Mr. H. A. G. Worth presented awards to the Class. Councillor F. E. Craze (Chairman, Paignton Council) presented Royal Society for the Prevention of Accident certificates to local railway motor drivers.
INSTRUCTORS' CERTIFICATE COURSE
Some fifty delegates from the Counties, including Northem Ireland, attended the above Course which was held at St. John House on June 18 and 19. Major A. C. White Knox was the chairman and in his opening remar1-,; referred to the purpose of the Instructors' Certificate. Briefly it is to raise the standard of efficiency throughout the Brigade.
Major White Knox then dealt with the Administration of the Instructors' Certificate Scheme in th e Counties, how to select an Instructor-- his qualifications, certificate subjects, standard of examination, and choice of examIner The chairman also gave a talk, which was accompanied by demonstrations on the blackboard and apparatus, on Aids to Teaching.
After tea Dr. M. M. Scott (District Surgeon, No.1 District) gave an interesting discourse on Methods of Teaching.
On Sunday morning, Assistant Brigade Secretary J. S. Hannam dealt with Duties of a County Training Officer; and after a short break Major White Knox dealt with an introduction to one subjectHygiene, which talk was a magnificent lecture on the new hygiene textbook.
The last session consisted of discussions. These had been held after each talk and many questions had been asked by the delegates. It was felt that the Scheme was for the good of the Brigade as a whole , although some Counties had a somewhat similar scheme already in operation. The standard of efficiency throughout the whole of the Brigade was, however, an essential; and those Counties already operating a scheme fully understood the object behind Headquarters endeavour for a National scheme.
Assistant Commissioner J. Pearson voiced the thanks of the delegates to Major White Knox and to the lecturers and assistants, while Assistant Commissioner W. H. Gastall in seconding the proposition included the Staff of St. John House.
No.1 (PRINCE OF WALES'S) DISTRICT
Trooping the Colour.-Over 100 personnel of No 1 District were on duty on June 9 and treated nearly 500 cases.
Presentations.-On June 1 Commissioner Major A. C. White Knox presented some 150 Service Medals to members, and also Bars for 40 years' service to District Officers Burton and Kemp. The presentation was held in the Chapter Hall, St. John's Gate; and the Commissioner gave a short talk on the Medal, stressing the point that it was presented for conspicuous service to the Order.
District Officer Burton presented a Bar for 35 years' service to the Commissioner, who remarked that it was the first time he had been presented with an Order Service award.
Banstead.-The newly-formed Banstead and District Division held the official opening of a First Aid Roadside Post at Burgh Heath on June 26. Every member of the Division was on parade to form a guard of honour to President Lieut.-Col. F. W. Pay, who was accompanied by Vice-President Councillor L. Smith and Divisional Surgeon L. G. Shearer. Col. Pay inspected the men, the tent, and the equipment, and congratulated the Officer-in-Charge, Capt. G. J. Lafferty, on the smart turn-out. The post will be manned every Saturday afternoon and all day Sunday throughout the summer months.
East Ham Nursing Division celebrated its Golden Jubilee by holding a dinner and dance. The President, Mrs. Oliver Thomas gave the Loyal Toast and then submitted "The Visitors ", welcoming especially two founder members, Miss • Smith (ex-Superintendent of Barking), and Mrs. Sampson (Superintendent of Leytonstone). County Surgeon Margaret Thomson replied. District Officer Mrs. Morrish proposed "The Division ", to which Supt. Mrs. Woolford replied. The two founder members were asked to cut the two-tier anniversary cake; and following the dinner all joined in the dancing. During the evening the Field Cup was presented to the Ambulance Officer for her work during the year 1948. Dr. M. Barker (M.O. for East Ham) and Mrs. Barker, District Officer Miss Moore, and Mrs. Ogilvie, a former Superintendent, were among those present.
London Transport Division held a reunion dinner and dance at which President G. F. Sinclair presided. District Officer C. A. Hallock proposed" The Brigade ", to which Commissioner Major A. C. White Knox in reply mentioned the urgent need for new members if the Brigade were to
meet the call for duty during 1951. If every member in No.1 District enrolled just one friend, his headache of filling public duties would be solved. Amb. Officer C. H. Ebbs proposed "The 114 Division ", and Supt. J. A. Preston replied. He regretted the absence, through illness, of Vice-President A. Dunn, and thanked the L.T.E. Traffic Officials for their great help throughout the year. During an interval the President presented the N.C.O.s' Efficiency Cup to CorpI. J. Penny, the Jones Efficiency Cup to Pte. C. Broomfield, the Watson Shield to HIS. E. Venning, and a 21st Label to Sergt. F. Brewer. Mrs. King Brown, wife of Asst. Commissioner Lieut.-Col. W. W. King Brown, was presented with a bouquet. Many Officers of the L.T.E. were present.
McLaren Works Division recently heard an interesting lecture on "First Aid in Atomic "Varfare " which was given by Div. Surgeon D. D. Towle of the Bermondsey Division.
LANCASHIRE DISTRICT
Thornton.-Delightful weather favoured the North. Fylde units for their annual inspection held at Thornton-Cleveleys. The parade was commanded by Supt. McKinley and inspected by Asst. Commissioner W. H. Gastall and District Supt. Miss Moore, assisted by District Officers Dr. G. B. Horrocks and Major T. E. Spencer. The attendance of Councillor Bithel (Chairman, Poulton-Ie-Fylde D.D.C.), various Presidents and VicePresidents, and several honorary members was much appreciated.
Liverpool.-The inspection of the five Liverpool Corps was held in the grounds of the Police Training School. About 950 members, commanded by District Officer W. E. Searl were inspected by the Chief Commissioner, Sir Henry Pownall, who was accompanied by Asst. Superintendentin-Chief, Mrs. Girouard and District Commissioner Major Burt Hamilton. As usual the attendance of Presidents and Vice-Presidents was a marked feature of the function. Sir Henry presented Grand Prior's Badges and Service Medals, and expressed pleasure in being privileged to see such a splendid turn-out. The practical demonstrations were keenly enjoyed by the interested onlookers.
Following the inspection Corps Supt. E. M. Moore organized a very happy social gathering for those who had competed or in any way assisted in the Searl Trophy Competition, which was won by Liverpool North Ambulance Division.
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young farmers to take up first aid, three demonstrations were staged at the Young Farmers' Rally held at Knowsley Park by teams of Ambulance Cadets from St. Helens and an adult team from Prescot. It was announced that a silver trophy had been promised for competition among young farmers for first aid, and would be available for the 1950 rally.
Lancaster Nursing Division provided the winning team in the Prior Allen Rose Bowl Competition held at Ulverston.
COUNTY OF BIRMINGHAM
Annual Church Parade.-1;'his was held at Birmingham Parish Church (St. Martin's) and was under the command of A/County Commissioner W. E. Ballard, who also read the lesson. The march through the town was watched by large crowds, and the two Cadet bands added colour to the scene. The Colour Party, in its stately march up the Church, lent much dignity to the service which was taken by the Rector (the Rev. Bryan Green), who welcomed the Brigade. "Orders like your own," said the Rector, " are only true to their purpose when they catch the spirit of Christ that brought them into being."
County Surgeon Nicol, County Supt. Mrs. P. H. Lee, County Secretary Mrs. Frew, County Treasurer F. H. Griffiths, County Vice-Presidents Lady Rafter and Mrs. Paul Cad bury, County Officer Mrs. Smalley-Baker, and County Cadet Officers Mrs. Nicol and Dr. Billington were also present.
Press Conference.-County Secretary Mrs. Frew, Association Secretary E. W. Martin, and the County Publicity Officer (Dr. Billington) met representatives of the two Birmingham morning papers and gave information of forthcoming large Brigade events and Association plans. The representatives seemed genuinely anxious to learn and soon the atmosphere was friendly. Next day adequate reports appeared in the papers giving important pre-publicity.
County Herald.-The first issue was published last month, and the Editor, Dr. J. G. Billington, is to be congratulated on the excellent cover design and contents. We feel sure that members of the Birmingham County will be proud of their own Herald.
Dewar Shield and the Abrahams Cup for individual work. High Wycombe, as runners-up, took the Carlisle Cup.
High Wycombe gained first place in the Nursing tests and gained the Leonard West Cup. Buckingham received the Centre Cup as runners-up and also the Mary Brown Cup for individual work and the Gladys Savory Cup for Bed-making.
In both Ambulance and Nursing tests Slough teams were third.
Inspection.-Lady Denham, recently appointed County Superintendent, inspected nursing personnel of the orth Midland Area at Aylesbury, and commented with approval on the smartness of the turn-out and on the efficiency of the members. The Rev. H. A. Byard, Vicar of Aylesbury, conducted a short service.
St. John's Day.-The annual church parade was held at High Wycombe on Sunday, June 26. After the service at the Parish Church, the Divisions of the Mid Bucks Area and Slough were inspected by the Deputy Chief Commissioner, Lieut.General Sir Otto Lund. A number of distinguished visitors were present.
COUNTY OF CHESHIRE
Wallasey Ambulance Division recaptured the Ormerod Cup, presented by the Chief Constable for annual competition among the Ambulance divisions of the Wallasey Corps, from Moreton by the narrow margin of two marks. District Surgeon G. G. Wallace Hey (Lancashire) judged the competition.
The Liscard and Wallasey Nursing Divisions competed for the Superintendent's Cup, the former team being beaten by 33 marks.
EAST, SOUTH, AND NORTH DEVON Exmouth.-In Phear Park, Ambulance, Nursing, and Cadet personnel of the Brigade were inspected by Asst. Commissioner Dr. Richard Gray, County Supt. Miss K. Wood, County Staff Officer Mrs. Stuart Nicholson, and County Cadet Officer H. Langmead.
Mr. H. Jarvis Graves (Chairman, Exmouth Urban District Council) expressed the appreciation of the Council and town of Exmouth for the work of the St. John Ambulance, which had carried on even after the introduction of the ew Health COUNTY OF BUCKINGHAM Act. Supt. W. J. Perriam expressed Annual Competitions were held at thanks to the inspecting officers and to the Aylesbury, Major M. Beachcroft, Chair- Chairman of the Council. Tea was served man of the St. John County Council, in the Bastin Hall, where Dr. Gray presiding. A vote of thanks was proposed presented Supt. Perriam and Amb. Officer by the Mayor (Councillor C. G. Cousins); F. N. Bastin with Service Bars. County President Lady Chatfield presen- A Church Parade followed in the ted the trophies. Glenorchy Congregational Church, where In the Ambulance contests Wolverton the Rev. W. J. Lewis cordially welcomed were again successful in winning the the members.
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COUNTY OF HERTFORD
St. Albans Nursing Division.-The history of the Order of St. John was the subject of a talk given to members and friends by County Supt. Miss D. M. Sparkes, who referred to the foundation of the Association and the Brigade.
Dr. W. J. T. Kimber, Medi'cal Supt., Hill End Hospital, recently gave a lecture to members on Child Guidance. He illustrated his talk with drawings and scenes constructed by children at play. The members were pleased to welcome their Vice-President, Mrs. Kimber, who accompanied her husband.
COUNTY OF KENT
In the report published in the June issue of The St. John G:azette regarding a competition for a cup presented by Drs. Cozens and Hamerton, it was not mentioned that this was confined to the Herne Bay area.
Folkestone Corps.-A brief but impressive ceremony was held recently at Folkestone Corps Headquarters, the occasion being the unveiling of a memorial to the late Supt. Joseph Huntley, a Serving Brother of the Order. Corps Officer L. Easton referred to the passing of a good ambulance man, who from 1912 to 1948 had served the cause of humanity. It was fitting that his comrades and friends should assemble in the headquarters which he had played a large part to secure. Corps Officer R. Moat and A / Corps Supt. 'V. Smith also paid tributes. Mrs. J. Huntley (widow), who was accompanied by her sons and daughters, unveiled the memorial. Mr. S. Huntley (son), on behalf of his mother and family, thanked the Brigade for the token of esteem.
COUNTY OF NORFOLK
Norwich.-The Snowden Cup for Home Nursing was won by Mrs. Kemish, with Irs. M. 1eehan second, and Miss M. Goldsworthy third. Sister D. M. Blancnflower, "vho judged, complimented the competitors on their efficiency. County Supt. Dr. May Rutledge presented the trophy.
Yarmouth.-Eighty-four ambulance men, assisted by members of the Yarmouth Nursing Division, were on duty on the occasion of the British Legion Rally. They had travelled with their local branches of the Legion.
COUNTY OF NOTTINGHAM
taken by A/County Commissioner G. E. Hardy in the morning aI).d by County Supt. Lady Anne Cavendish-Bentnick in the afternoon.
Lectures were given on "Brigade Organization and Administration" by Corps Officer T. M. Cope; "Training," by County Officer Dr. J. Cohen; "The Secretary," by County Officer G. G. Lodge; "Finance," by A/County Commissioner Hardy; "Competitions," by County Surgeon P. M. Gettleson; "Publicity," by County Officer Mrs. E. Palingl; "Relationship to Cadets," by County Cadet Officer Mrs. H. Vigrass.
PLYMOUTH, S.W. DEVON, AND EAST CORNWALL
To support the teams of the Plymouth Co-operative Ambulance and Nursing Divisions, a coach-load of supporters travelled to Salisbury to witness the Regional Finals. Although neither teams were "placed" the outing was a great success.
Sherwell Nursing Division recently held a coffee-supper during which a silvermounted perpetual calendar was presented to Amb. Sister Mrs. J. Snelling, who is transferring to Warrington.
The Hoe First Aid Post was reopened on June 1 for the summer season. It is staffed daily by Nursing personnel and during the 1948 season 235 cases were treated.
King's Birthday Parade for the Armed Forces was held on Plymouth Hoe was " covered" by the Brigade. Some thirty casualties were attended; one case, a. soldier, having to be transported to his unit.
Church Service was attended at St. Boniface's, St. Budeaux, by the invitation of the Vicar, the Rev. H. 'Vackett, on June 26.
Cinema Duties now include the Odeon Cinema, and Brigade personnel now cover all first aid duties in the larger places of entertainment in Plymouth.
COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
In spite of inclement weather, the Garden Fete held at Cross lea House, Ipswich, proved very successful, the approximate result being £170. The fete was organized by a Committee of Brigade members and the Y.M.C.A. in the County of Suffolk under the chairmanship of County I ursing Officer Miss M. Miller.
The Patrons were County Commissioner The Earl of Cranbrook and Capt. Lord Some 150 officers and N.C.O.s of Alastair Graham, R.N. The gardens were Ambulance and Nursing Corps and loaned by the Misses Marjorie and Nancy Divisions attended a Training Course in Mjller, the latter being the Appeal Officer Nottingham on May 29. The chair was of the Y.M.C.A.
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COUNTY OF SURREY
Addi scomb e Division reports another year of opportunities seized, of difficulties surmounted, of continued enthusiasm, and of willing service by all ranks. Public duties have b een u ndertaken at many p laces, and during the year over 80 0 cases were attended, 206 of 'which were referred to hospital or doctor. The John Jetton Dressing Station has continued to do good work, thanks mainly to Nursing Sister G. Prew, no l ess than 20 0 cases received attention. The admission as Serving Brother to the Order of Dr. V Wilkinson, Dr. H. F. Sparling, and Amb. Officer F. H. King is worthy of note. TO.e Division presented a shield to the Malta District of the Brigade Overseas, and close and continuous contact has been maintained through correspondence and also by a personal visit by President Councillor H. Lock Kendell. During 1948 the Addiscombe Motor Ambulance Service travelled 8,919 miles in transporting 316 cases.
Cobham Division, in a mighty effort to raise funds to pay for their headquarters now being erected held a fete on vVhitMonday which made a net profit of £300. Apart from the financia l gain, new members, adult and cadet, were enrolled Felhr id ge Divisio n was recently inspected by County Commissioner W. G. Pape, who vvas accompanied by County Officer D. T. Sinnett. Amb. Officer F. R. Parker was in charge of the parade and the inspecting officer congratulated the members on their smartness and efficiency.
CO UNTY OF SUSSEX
Worthi n g Nursin g Division had a busy time during 1948. Members treated 149 first aid cases, attended 1,830 ambulance cases, and performed 14 special duties (sports, etc.). At local cinemas 678 hours were given, 738 hours at the theatre, and 169 at the Beach First Aid Hut. Hospital hours numbered 881, with 424 at the Medical Comforts Depot. The competition team gained second place in the County finals and won the Offord Cup for Bedmaking.
CO UN TY OF W ORCE STER
The annual church parade of the Northern Area Nursing Corps was held at Oldbury Parish Church, Corps Supt. Miss M. E. Fearnside and Area Cadet Officer Mrs. O. Lamb being in command. County Supt. Mrs. C. Porter and C(!lUnty Officers Miss H. M. Walton and Miss N. Ashton were present, also Vice-President Miss H. Ashton (Halesowen).
WEST ' RIDING OF YORKSHIRE
down t h e li ne, over 2,60 0 St. J ohn men, women, and cadets paraded for the annual inspection by County Commissioner H L. Thornton, who was accompanied by Asst . Superintendent-inChief Mrs . B. Girou ard, District Supt . Mrs Birkbeck, Asst Commissioner Dr. B. Hart, and County Officer Mrs. D. Le Brun. This was the first annual inspection for some time, and 19 Corps were on parade and some five bands. It was a magnificent spectacle to see the lines of St. J ohn personnel under the command of County Officer M. Le Brun, and the success of the inspection will be in the recruiting value.
Both the County Commissioner and Mrs. Girouard addressed the parade and comp limented the organizers on the efficiency displayed. The parade was graced by the presence of the Mayoress of Doncaster and her son, the Mayor being unable to attend owing to illness, the Very Rev. Canon Davies, and Mr. T. Smith, Labour Director of N.C.B., North-Eastern Division
South. Wes tern Ar ea.-The annual inspection was held at Gomersal, where District Commissioner Major Burt-Hamilton (Lancashire) inspected, being accompanied by County Commissioner H. L. Thornton, District Supt. Mrs. Birkbeck, Asst. Commissioner H. Harrison was in charge of the parade, being assisted by County Officer Miss Unthank, County Cadet Officers Dr. R. G. Eastwood and :Mrs . M. Balden. The inspecting officer congratulated the members on their smartness. He would be able to go back to Lancashire and tell them that in Y orkshire they could do other things as well as play cricket.
Asst. Commissioner Harrison extended cungratulations to County Commissioner Thorn ton on his recent honour and called for th:-ee hearty Yorkshire cheers from the paracle. These were given with much feeling.
Brig house Corps.-At a recent social Corps Supt. H. Hirst presented Corps President Marsden with his warrant of appointment
Sh e ffi eld.-The Regional Round for the Perrott Shield was held at Sheffield and resulted in a win for the Rotherham Nursing Division who gained the Birkbeck Bowl. The runners-up, Huddersfield, gained the Hill Cup for individual tests. There was a for the bedmaking tests between Rothetham and V\Toodlands, but as the former team had gained the premier award, the Ashberry cup was presented to the latter team. The trophies were presented by the Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Alderman Mrs. G. Tebbutt, who was South·Eas tern Ar ea.-Doncaster Race accompanied by the Lady Mayoress, Mrs. Course, on June 19, presented an unusual O. Barton. County Commissioner H. L. appearance. I nstead of horses dashing T h ornton presided.
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Headquarters: Priory House, 4 Cathed ral Road, Card iff.
GENERAL INTEREST
North and South Wales shared the honours equally in the fina l competitions for the Brigade in Wales which took place at the City Hall, Cardiff, on Saturday, May 28. The entry of ten teams of ambulance personnel was the highest since pre-war days and a keen sense of enthusiasm was noticeable among the gathering of spectators who watched the realistic 'tests canied out by the competitors.
In the Nursing test the team had to treat a woman found lying on a country road suffering from concussion, having a punctured lung complicating fractured right ribs and injury to the right elbow. The male teams were called upon to deal with two men involved in a street quarrel. One man shot the other wit.h a revolver, causing and fractured humerous. The assailant had to be restrained.
The Hon. John H. Bruce (Principal Secretary and Commissioner for 'Vales) presided over t.he pres entation of trophies and prizes, performed by the Lord Mayor of Cardiff (Alderman T. J. Kerrigan) in the Assembly, where the eagerly-awaited results were announced by the Brigade Secretary, Mr. \V. Mabon Abraham, as under:-
T h a n ks were accorded to the L ord Mayor by Capt. W J. Canton, D .L., Ll.B. , Commissioner for Merthyr Tydfil ; and the Surgeon-in-Chief for Wales (Dr. Edgar Llewellyn) expressed the Priory's indebtedness to the judges , namely, Assistant County Surgeon Ellis J. Williams, Corps Surgeons Louie Saville and Mrs Enid Rogers, Divisional S u rgeons H. Coulthard, T. E. Watkins, and Brigadier J . G. Morgan, Sister Phyllis J ones (Aftercare and Nursing) , and Assistant Commissioner Captain F. P. R obathan, M.C., and Lady County Superintendent Miss G E Richards (Uniforms). The Stewards were thanked for their valued services carried out under the direction of Major A. H. Field, Assistant Commissioner for Cardiff.
CENTRE REPORTS
The Rt. Rev W. T. Havard , Lord Bishop of St. Asaph, Sub-Prelate of the Order, and an Officiating Chaplain of the Priory, recently dedicated the new Welsh Home Service Ambulance for the Prestatyn Division at the Parish Church . It was an interesting ceremony, coloured by the attendance of representatives of all walks of life in the district, including agriculturalists, miners, factory workers, police, business and professional men,
Llandinam Shield (Ambulance Teams) Marks. 234
1st Kenfig Hill (Glamorgan)
2nd Lewis Merthvr
3rd Pontypool
4th Guest Keen local government and civil servants, together with representatives of the Forces of the Crown, members of Orders of Chivalry-the Bath, St Michael, and St. George, Distinguished Service, British 231.t Empire, St. John and four holders of the 2311 Military Cross. The Lord Lieutenant, and Baldwins Admiral R. G. Rowley-Conwy, President 220 Rhuddlan Nursing Division, attended, \\Torks
5th Aberdare
6th J Bargoed I Caersws
7th Dowlais
8th Pontyberem
9th lilford Haven I\laximum supported by Lord Mostyn, Centre President; the Lady Kenyon; Dr. J . 209k Wells, Commissioner; Lord Kenyon, 209t and Mr. C L. Higgs Assistant Com203 missioners: Major F. A. Bates, Divisional 171! President; Col. D Grey-Davies, Army 310 Welfare Department ; Dr. A. E. Roberts, County Medical Officer; the Chairman , Clerk, and members of the Town Council;
Arthur Griff1.lhs lUemorial Cup (Nursing Col. and Mrs. H. C. L. Howard; and Teams) Corps and Divisional Surgeons and Officers
1st Caersws (Mont.)
2nd Treharris
3rd Cardiff ursing
306i 303! 286!
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4th Pontnewynydd Maximum lvIarks.
380 of the 'Vest Flintshire Ambulance and Nursing Corps of the Brigade. The Bish op, whose See was founded in the sixth century b y the Scottish Saint Kentigern, P atr on Saint of Glasgow, and named after Asaph , Kentigern's disciple, took fo r h is text " Cha r ity never fa ileth " , saying that the 2 15
word charity was the one word in the English langu age which wo uld cover the work done by the Order of St. John. Many words had changed their original meaning by use, and the word charity had in some cases become associated with a kind of patronage not of the highest order. Real charity had l ittle to do with emotion or sensationalism, it was Christian love as expressed in the l ife of Christ, consisting of active goodness without thought of reward; this was in keeping with the aims and spirit of the Order. His Lordship then traced the history of the Order from its inception to the present and paid tribute to the voluntary services of the Brigade . T he service was conducted by the Rev. J. Morgan Richards, Vicar of Prestatyn, assisted by the Rev. R. C. Evans, Curate. The Bishop's Chaplain was the Rev. J. Davies, Vicar of Llanasa. The arrangements were made by Supt. H. Hunter, Prestatyn Division, assisted by Officers and members of the Unit.
GLAMORGAN
Gow er County Area.-Corps Supt. W. J. Mainwaring was in charge of the First Aid Competitions and duties at the National Eisteddfod of the Urdd Gobaith Cymru at Pontardulais from June 8 to June 11. Some sixty cases received treatment at the ambulance tent, which local members of the British Red Cross Society helped to staff from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and no casualty failed to receive prompt attention. One case was that of a competitor in an action song, the little dancer falling and injuring her ankle . Bringing her into the tent, the ambulance personnel applied
a l ight bandage and cold pack and the child soon felt fit to take her part with the team, which subsequently won the 1st prize for the best contribution of the day. The Conductor expressed his most grateful thanks to the first aiders on duty. Three ambu lance contests conducted in We lsh took place on June 9, Burry Port being successfu l in the Home Nursing contest for girls between 11 and 16 years of age, Cwm Ogwr securing flIst place in the boys' First Aid contest and Hendy and Aberporth tying for first p lace in a mixed event. On June 10 teams from Llanllyfni (Girls, Home Nursing), Ystalyfera (Boys, First Aid), and Pontyb erem (First Aid, male, age 18-25) were su ccessful.
MO NM OUTHSHIR E
Bed wellty County Area .-The annual inspection of the Rhymney Valley Corps took place on June 11 at Aberbargoed.
The Markham Silver Band led the procession of Ambulance, Nursing, and Cadet Units through the town to the recreation ground, where the Assistant Commissioner for Wales, Sir Leonard Twiston-Davies, inspected the men, and Lady TwistonDavies (Chief Officer ursing Cadets Wales and Lady County Superintendent Monmouthshire) inspected the Nursing and Cadet personnel. Presentations were made of service medals and bars to Lady County Officer Mary Hughes, Rhymney (25 years), Pte. Gwyn Griffiths (20 years), and Ambulance Officer E. Stockman. In making the presentations, Sir Leonard congratulated the divisions on their fine parade and smart appearance and complimented the Rhymney Valley Corps on its work during many years. Accom-
IThe Lord Mayor of Cardiff presenting the " Llaninam Shield" to the Kenfig Hill Ambulance Division.
panying the Inspecting Officers at the Saluting Base were County Officer Albert Williams and Lady County Officer Mary Hughes.
The inspection was arranged and organized by Corps Officers Ellis Jones, T. Jones, W. T. Davies, and W . J. Jones, and Lady Corps Supt . Mrs. J. Griffiths, Mr. John Whent (President of Aberbargoed Division), and Mr. George Duggan (President of Cadet Division).
Gwent Co u nty Area .-A highlight in St. John work in the Abercarn area was reached when the new permanent home for the local division was opened by the Hon. John Bruce, Principal Secretary and Commissioner for Wales, on June II. Referring to the voluntary labour of those who had erected the headquarters, the Commissioner for Wales said it was good to know that St. John men were willing in these days to put their hearts into a job of work of this kind without thinking of charging it up to the State or their fellow countrymen. When he became Commissioner for vVales there were only twelve ambulance halls; now there were well over a hundred, many of which are built of bricks and stone. The Priory was very proud to be the Trustees of the Abercarn Hall, which would belong to the Division for all time while they kept the ambulance flag flying.
Dedication prayer was offered by the Rev. G. F. Riggs, Chaplain of Abercarn Division.
The Commissioner, who was accompanied by Dr. Gwyn Rocyn-Jones, Commissioner for the Monmou thshire area; 1\1r. John Gibbs, Assistant Commissioner; Irs. Violet Simpson, Lady County Officer; Mr. Harold Simpson, President of the Western Valley Corps and Monmouthshire Centre Treasurer, and a number of Corps Officers, was accorded a civic welcome by the Chairman of the Urban Council-who was supported by several Councillors.
A parade of the vVestern Valley Corps, headed by ewbridge Cadet Band under Bandmaster Taylor, was followed by an inspection by the Commissioner for Wales who congratulated the Corps on their fine turn-out. He presented Service Medals to Bandmaster Taylor, Sergeant N. Jones, Corporal Harold Brooks, and Cadet Superintendent J. H. Gilbert.
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to make the visit an annual event. Accordingly over the week-end of May 21, twenty-two male and twelve female members of the Harrow Divisions paid the second visit to the Rhondda.
On their early arrival, they were met by Cadet Supt. Gwyn Morris, who, with Ambulance Officer H. C. Parsons, Harrow, are responsible for the arrangements. He conducted them to the Maindy and Eastern Headquarters where provision had been made for the visitors to " freshenup " after their long coach journey.
After breakfast at a nearby restaurant, the party divided, eight members proceeding to the Dare Colliery where they were taken down the mine and shown over the workings, by kind permission of the local officials of the N.C.B., the remainder being taken to Flex Fasteners' factory at Porth, by kind permission of the managements, where they were shown over one of the newer industries of the Rhondda. The two sections reassembled for lunch and the afternoon was spent either resting or exploring the Rhondda according to the energies and wishes of the visitors.
The Harrow Divisions were the guests of the Rhondda Nursing Divisions at tea, where Mr. Winter, the Rhondda secretary of the Hearth and Mine Scheme officially welcomed the visitors. Councillor Cridford and Mr. Chipperfield, Harrow of the Scheme, made suitable replies . A vote of grateful thanks to the ladies, and all who had assisted in the day's programme was proposed and seconded by Cadet Supt. Gwyn Morris, and Corps Supt. W . Morgan.
In the evening the party was conducted to the Park Hall, Cwmpark, for a concert by the Pentwyn Lydian Singers, which was greatly appreciated by all. During the interval Councillor S. Mitchell, Chairman of the Rhondda Urban District Council, accorded the visitors a civic welcome, referring to the importance of ambulance work and congratulating the Rhondda and Harrow Divisions on their initiative in organizing the exchanges of visits. The Ambulance Competition which is a regular feature of the visit, was judged by Dr. Robertson, whose awards wereHarrow, total I03i ; Rhondda, total 99i ; Mr. Pomeroy, Manager of the Dare Colliery presented to Sgt. Gannon, who captained the winning team, the unique silver trophy, in the form of a miniature miner's safety lamp which was presented for this purpose by Col. D. G. Richards.
E xch a n ge Visi ts -Last year, there was The visitors were then given hospitality an exchange of visits between the Harrow for the night at the homes of Rhondda and Rhondda Divisions under the auspices members of the Brigade and friends, of the" Fellowship of Hearth and Mine and on Sunday the party gathered at the Scheme (Rhondda and Harrow) ", which Maindy and Eastern Headquarters ready proved so successful that it was decided to start on the return journey.
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INTERESTING CASE REPORTS
CASE R EPORT No. 373.-The Officerin-Charge of the County of Hampshire
S.lA.B. reports the efficient p erformance of first aid by members of the Andover Divisions in the following difficult circumstances :-
On a recent occasion at 8.40 p.m., a call was received at Divisional H eadquarters to send an ambulance to transport a man (aged 87) to hospital. When, however, Corporal Ruth Foreman and Privates Arthur R ose and Ronald Parfitt reached the place of call, they were met by the police, who informed them that they still had b efore them a tramp of about one mile in length over ploughed fields and an overgrown track filled with mud and water. Nothing daunted,
the bearers, by the light of torches, set out on their tramp, carrying stretch er and blankets. The journey proved tough, but when the bearers reached the patient (who had been missing for twenty-four hours) they found him conscious, though suffering from shock and exposure. After making him comfortable on the stretcher , the bearers safely accomplished the return jo-urney, with m e mbers of the search party taking their share in the carriage of the stretcher. Returning to the place of call, the b earers transferred the patient to the ambulance, in which he was taken to Andover H ospital, little the worse for his experiences.
COMMENT.-It frequently happens that first aiders meet with considerable difficu lties which are never allowed to act as a deterrent to their efforts. This is evidenced in this report, which wins for the members of the Andover Division cordial congratulations on the way in which on this occasion as al w ays they upheld the t1' aditions of the Brigade.-N. CORBET FLETCHER.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Treatment of
G. C. (Surbiton).-Will you be so kind as to inform me why in the treatment of compression of the brain and concussion we are instructed to apply cold to the head continuously? In the former case the face is flushed, Head Injuries denoting too much blood; and in the latter instance the face is pale, denoting too little blood. It would appear that by applying cold to the head continuously the blood 'would be driven out of the head.
In all cases of head injury there is always the possibility of th ere being some injury to the brain . If this should happen, signs and symptoms of comp1'ession will probably arise, although these may be delayed. If, therefore, there should be brain injury, the continuous appl ication of cold to the head at an early stage of would be ben eficial to the patient. Alternately if the brain is umnjured the apphcatwn of cold to the head is not likely to produce injurious results. In other words, the Textbook advises with all cases of head injury the application of cold m case compression of the brain should later develop.-N. C. F.
Treatment of Snake Bite
N H. (Walsall).-At a recent com- of case. On making a protest to the petition for Cadets held locally, the judge, he pointed out that snake bit e t eam test was a case of snake bite, no had not been deleted from the Preequipment being allowed. In view of liminary Supplement. I am bound t o the fact that, the adult sections of the admit that this is correct. Is this Brigade have ceased to be examined in omission intentional or accidental? this subject, I consid er ed it was unfair and are Cadets to be instructed in this to expect Cadets to deal with the case subject or not? effectively, as they had not b een in- Your kind ruling on this matter Wlll structed how to deal with this typ e be much appreciated lVIy, info.rmatio'f'! is that when the Supplement to the Preliminary Textbook was was that this should conform to the Supplement to the Adult 218
Textbook. Thi s would have had the effect of deleting th e reference to snake bites and their tr eatment. By some mistalw this was not done. I am given to understand, however, that th e Preliminary Textbook will be revised shortly, and that the opportunity will then be tak en to put thing s right by deleting the treatment of snake bite.-
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B. P. (Luton).-Will you please tell me whether or not it is possible for a male child (aet. 2 years) to cause a rupture by prolonged crying. I have been told that a neighbour's child has actually done this, in his rage at being put to bed and left to his own devices,
Hernia in Infant mstead of being fussed over as previously. I find it very hard t o believe this, but being myself the father of a boy (aet. year) who cries in similar circumstances, I would greatly appreciate your expert advice.
Such a case has never occurred during my many years of experience, and I suspect that in the case quoted by you th ere was an exis ting weakness in the muscular wall of the abdomen wh1'ch sooner or later would have disclosed itself consequen t on some form of physical exertion. I n th ese circumstances it is most unlikely that your son has a sintilar weakness, and so you have no cause for worry - C. F.
Fractured Base of Skull
A. C. (Lincoln) .-Whilst reading a be tied t ogether and the hands to be book on first aid recently (Modern First tied behind the patient's back. As this A id, Clay) I noted that the suggested treatment is very different to that in treatment for a fracture (and particu- the Textbook, I would greatly value arlyl the base of the skull) was as your opinion, and more particularly follows :_ with reference to the tying the patient's
The patient is to be placed face hands behind his back which wo uld downwards and the chest is to be well appear to the bystanders as rather supported with blankets, pillows, with brutal and would be likely to cause the the r esult that the patient's head hangs patient to struggle with possible downwards. Further the ankles are to disastrous results.
The treatfnent suggested does not commend itself to me ; and the p.atient, 2f conscious, would find the position far from comfortable. Pre sumab ly, th e of the author is to allow the weight of the head to draw the fractur ed base away from the first cervical vertebra and so reduce the possibility of further pressure the brazn. Further, th e securing of the limbs seems to be suggested wtth the object of preventing the patient attempting to change his 1!0sitwn. Finally,. you will find it instructive to compaJ1e the suggested treatment zmth that latd down m paragraph 12 , p. 12, of the SlIpplem,en t to Textbook for the treatment of fracture of the cervical spine.-r. . C. F.
Humour in
O. B. (Exetcr).-Two first aiders were treating a lady who had fainted and was breathing shallowly. Her husband, who was most excited, and chanced to overhear the first aiders discussing the treatment of the patient,
Good / Next please / /- C. F.
First Aid
including artificial respiration. The term" artificial " caused the husband to explode and exclaim: " I will have no artificial respiration; and I insist on you giving my wife the rea l thing, whatever it is / "
Treatment of Crush Injuries
G. C. (Surbiton).-I shall be glad to such a .solution is not for have your ruling as to whether it is of some aft er the acclden t, .but use givincy bicarbonate of soda to a that it is posslble to release the patIent p e rson who has been released from a from the crushing element almost imcrush injury. I visualize th e time when mediately.
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not aI'ise. Consequently the special treatment which calls for the administration of bicarbonate of soda iolution is not indicated.-N. C. F.
Aspirin Poisoning
N. 1\1. (Rottingdean).-Our class are Te:h.1:book, with normal pupils? experiencing difficulty in interpreting Similarly, in treating the patient, the correct treatment and classifica- should he be kept awake, by ·walking tion of aspirin poisoning. Does it come him about, slapping his face, etc. under the classification of "Hyp- Finally, in view of the fact that this notics ", as one of the tablets and is one of the most common forms of preparations to relieve, pain and poisoning encountered, could it not induce sleep and produce the signs be included among tho e poisons and symptoms as on page r69 of the which require special treatment?
Aspirin is widely used for all sorts of ailments and discomforts, and it is not usually rega1,ded as an active poison, though it may give rise to serious in susceptible individuals. In a severe case the patient's face is swollen, the hps an their size, the tongue is so swollen that it cannot be protruded and the throat is swollen with consequent difficulty in speaking and marlled shortness of breath. A rash may develop on t,'unk and limbs; and the fingers and toes may be gr eatly swollen. The pulse may become rapid and weak; and temp011 ary unconsciollsness may supervene. Finally, symptoms of abdominal pain, with vomiting 1nay end in collapse.
It is not necessary for fir-st aiders to know the effect of individual poisons (except in the few and exceptional cases which a1'e described in the Textbook) as they are expected only to differentiate between the effects of corrosive and non-corrosive poisons. Since theref01'e, aspirin has no corrosive action, first aiders must treat cases of aspirin poisoning as non-corrosive poiso1'l1·ng.- I. C. F.
REGIONAL COMPETITIONS
No . 3 Region.-These were held at Shield for the team gammg the highest. Skegness at Butlin's Holiday Village where marks in the Individual Section. The representative teams from five counties trophy for Bedmaking was won jointly competed. The arrangements were in the by Weymouth and High "'.iVycombe. hands of, County Commissioner Capt. The Viscountess Kemsley presented the G. B. Armstrong; whilst the judges were trophies and prizes. Count.y Commisfrom Yorkshire, London, and neighbouring sioner Dr. R. V. S. Cooper was responsible counties. for the arrangements, assisted by County
The Montague Shield, open to Ambu- Commissioner Major Darvil-Smith and lance teams, was won by Spalding, the competition secretaries of Buckingrepresenting Lincolnshire; and in the hamshire and Dorset. Harvey Reeves Shield competition, open Weymouth Nursing Division gained the to Nursing teams, Spalding were adjudged Perrott Shield in the National Finals. the winners Thus Spalding brought No. 12 Region.-Asst. Commissioner off a" double" ; and they represented the ]. P. Flavin (Surrey) was the competition Region in the Brigade Finals. secretary at the Regional Finals held at The Leader of the Spalding Ambulance Dorking. Canterbury gained the Ambuteam gained the Ellis Cup (for the best lance Three Counties Shield; and Guildcaptain) in the National Finals. ford ursing Division the Cotton Shield. No 6 R egion.-Held at Slough, the Horsham Nursing team, winners last year following results were obtained :- of the Perrott Shield, were not successful.
A mbulance.-lst and Oxo Cup, Pressed County Commissioner "'.iV. G. Pape Steel (Oxford); runners-up, Ryde (Isle (Surrey) at the presentation of Wight). The Oxford Trophy for the ceremony, being supported by the Comteam gaining the highest marks in the missioners of Kent, Sussex, Jersey, and Individual Section was won by Wolver- Guernsey. The tests were prepared to ton. examine in detail the competit.ors' knowNursing.-lst and Buckingham Cup, ledge; and some excellent work was Weymouth (Dorset), runners-up, Meyrick demonstrated. Jersey teams, although (Hampshire), who also gained the Burn not winning, put up quite good shows.
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OBITUARY
We regret to announce the death of the following :-
Supt. W. H. Bradford of the Worcester Ambu lance Division He served with the Royal Garrison Artillery during the 1914-18 War and was severely wounded and gassed. During the last war he was responsible for the training of personnel of the Civil Defence in Worcester. It was through Mr. Bradford that the Worcester Division has its present high standard.
The R ev. J. F. Turner, who joined the Oundle Ambulance Division in 1939, and carried out the duties of Divisional Secretary during the absence on active service of the proper officer. He was always keen to perform both public and transport duties.
Su pt. (R ) G. S. Sc ott, who joined the Haverhill Division in 1901. He was secretary and treasurer for many years and in 1925 was appointed Divisional Superintendent, a position he held until his retirement in 1946. In 1934 he was admitted a Serving Brother of the Order.
Mr Nor m an H cigham, after a long illness. Until a few months before his death he was a member of the St. John Council for Dorset, and for many years the County Association Secretary. A Vellum Vote of Thanks was presented to him for his work for the Penny-a-Week Fund. He was Corps Treasurer in the Poole Corps for some years.
Mrs. J. B unney, one of the founder members of the Ford (Devon) ursing Division. irs. Bunney joined the Brigade in 1922 and before transferring to the Reserve in 1945 had occupied positions of Cadet Superintendent and Divisional Storekeeper.
Pte. Jo seph Lister, of the Morley DIVlsion, who collapsed while on a journey to a Youth Rally and died within a few minutes. He joined the Brigade in 1940.
Supt. W H . B radford, of the Worcester Division, and a former Divisional "Varden of the C.D. Service.
CORONATION CUP COMPETITION
This was held at Hull on May 28, when Pontefract Colliery gained first place from eight other competing teams Docks, of the British Railways, gamed second place, with East Riding Headquarters Division third. gained first place last year. In the IndIVIdual section the winners were : No.1, R. Cunningham, Pontefract; No.2, J. Tolson, Pontefract; No.3, H. Wood, Pontefract; No.4, A. Rawson, Scarborough; No.5, H. Fartington, Pontefracto
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, We detail above some very " , •• /, fa milia r everyd ay ills . They ha ve many a nd varied symp.:.. toms , but one t h ing they ( have in common-they all 1"" nANt, yield to ' ASPRO '. The safe, V6 USES. sw ift act ion of ' ASPRO agai nst a whole host of these and s imilar troubles never ceases t o astonish people. " How is it," they ask , " that one single medicine is able to do all this-to dispel colds so quickly , to redu ce t e m peratu r e , to b ri ng blessed rel ief ro m pain? " The expl a nat ion is s imple enou gh-' ASPRO' works in sympathy with the body, not against it Afte r al l It is N atur e wh ic h does the heali ng'ASPRO ' gives N ature the .. breath ing space" it needs . LET ASPRO' DEAL W/TH /LLS and CH/LLS.'
Prices Within the Reach of All
POST OFFICE AMBULANCE CENTRE
Rules have now been circulated throughout the various Regions of the National First Aid Competition which the St. John Ambulance Association is running for members of the General Post Office. The final will take place in London between the R egional Finals; and the Association is presenting two Championship awards, one for men and one for women, in addition to individual prizes.
L.T.R. Section.-At a recent gathering of members and friends Mr. E. E. Sweetman of the L.P.R. section made a presentation to Mr. F. "\V. King, Hon. General Secretary of the Centre, as a mark of
appreciation of the loyal services given by Mr. King to the Men's Section prior to the reorganization into Regions. Mr. King, who has been connected with first aid in the Post Office since he commenced activities in 1912, is an Officer of the Order, and received the B.E.M. for his departmental work. The prese ntation was followed by an instructive and interesting lecture by Dr. H. A. Ripman, of Guy's Hospital, on "Care in Emergency Labour". The lecture was illustrated. Mr. A. E. W e lls voiced a vote of thanks.
INSTRUCTIONAL FILMS
Three films lately completed by the G.B. Instruction, Ltd., were recently seen by our representative, who reports as follows :-
The first dealt with the Elimination of Waste Products from the human body by means of the skin, the lungs, the kidneys, and the bowel. The showing is mostly by diagrams with a few "stills" in between showing the parts of the body in real life. I t was clear and concise and would meet the needs of a class of b eginners, adults, or cadets.
The second consisted of a study of the
systematic and pulmonary circulation of the blood of the human being; and this also is mostly by diagrams with a few views of the actual human body. It is suitable for a class of beginners and 'would be worth showing to those further advanced as a revision course
The third gives the story of three nurses and their experiences in life after having qualified as District Nurs es. There is humour and pathos in the story and when instructional films are shown, this film is recommended as a means for providing a welcom e change.
AMBULANCE BROCHURE
Messrs. Pilchers, Ambulance Builders, of 314 Kingston Road, \Vimbledon, London, S.W.20, and 47 High Path, London, S .\V. 19, have r ecently issued a brochure on the design, production, and equipment of ambulances, and also mobile
medical units including an X-ray Unit, Dental Units, and a triple purpose ambulance which can be adapted for the conveyance of wheel chairs, sitting patients, or stretcher cases.
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SALE.-Private's Tunic, Trousers, Cap, as new. Chest 38 in , Waist 34 in , Leg 27t in , Height 5 ft. 5 in, Hat in £s-Sec., 63 Hamilton Road, Great Yarmouth.
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HUMBER LOMAS Ambulance, new February, 1948; showroom condition, small mileage; ex- W. D. Bedford Ambulance, first registered 1947; mechanically perfect, cab doors fitted.-S.J. 108, c/ o Publishers.
FOR SALE.-Bass Drum, rope tension, Brigade colours, crest; 30 by 14; perfect condition; £7 lOS. ; genuine bargain.-SMITH, The Warren, Lacey Street, Ipswich.
FOR SALE.-Officer's best quality costume; 38 in. bust, 40 in. hips; also dress same fitting, cuffs, etc., if desired.-S.J. 109, c/ o Publishers.
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