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<Brant> ll)rtor\? in tbe :fl3rtttsb 1Realm of

[be \l)enerable (§)rber of tbe lbospital of St. 30bn of 3erusalem.

Report of the Chapter-General for the year ended 31st December, 19480

CHANCERY OF THE

ORDER,

ST. JOHN'S GATE, CLERKENWELL, LONDON, Telegraphic Address : Firstaid, London.

E.C.

Telephone: Clerkenwell 6644.

ttbe \Branb lPrtor\,! in tbe :fSrittsb lRealm ttbe \l)enerable

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of tbe lbospttal of $t. :John

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Report of the Chapter-General for the year ended 31st December, 1948.

GILBERT BAYES, P.P.R.B.S., H.R.I.

CHANCERY OF THE ORDER, PORTRAIT MEDAL OF H .R .H. THE DUKE OF GLOUCESTER COMMEMORATING H I S APPOI TME T AS GRAND PRIOR IN

1939 .

ST. JOHN'S GATE, CLERKENWELL, LONDON, E.C.1. Telegraphic Address, Firstaid, London.

T elephone: Clerkenwell 6644.

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MAJESTY

THE

KING

CHAPTER· GENERAL 24th June, 1948 a;ran~

GENERAL

HIS

lPrior:

ROYAL HIGHNESS THE DUKE OF KG., K.T., K.P., G.C.M.G., G.C.V.O., P.C., etc.

GLOUCESTER,

lPr{or: W AKEHURST,

THE LORD

K.C.M.G.

lPre(ate: THE ARCHBISHOP OF CANTERBURY, P.C.

(tbanceIIor: COLONEL SIR EDWIN KING, K.C.B., C.M.G., T.D., A.D.C.

1SatIftf of JEgle: BRIGADIER-GENERAL THE EARL OF SHAFTESBURY, K.P., G.C.V.O., C.B.E., P.C.

Ube otber 1SatIitfs

(l;ran~

(tross:

H.R.H. THE DUKE OF WINDSOR, KG., K.T., K.P.,

etc.

MAJOR- GENERAL

K.G.,

THE

EARL

ATHLONE,

G.C.B.,

G.C.M.G.,

G.C.V.O., D.S.O., P.C., A.D.C. THE EARL OF CLARENDON, KG., G.C.M.G., G.C.V.O., P.C. LIEUT.-GENERAL SIR WILLIAM DOBBIE, G.C.M.G., K.C.B., D.S.O. COLONEL THE LORD COURTAULD-THOMSON, K.B.E., C.B. FIELD-MARSHAL THE LORD CHETWODE, G.C.B., O.M., G.C.S.L, K.C.M.G., D.S.O. THE EARL OF CROMER, G.C.B., G.C.LE., G.C.V.O. COLONEL SIR HEATON RHODES, K.C.V.O., K.B.E. COLONEL THE EARL OF POWIS. THE MARQUESS OF CARISBROOKE, G .C.B. , G .C.V.O.

4 ~be

JExecuti\1e ®fftcers :

Senior lRepreselltatf\1c '!knfgbts:

Secreta r}?:::a3ellc ra 1:

1kntgbts of Justfce:

BRIGADIER W. B. G. BAR E, C.B.E., D.S.O.

THE VISCOUNT BLEDISLOE, G.C.M.G., K.B.E. LIEUT.-COLO EL E. TREVOR CORY, O.B.E., T.D.

1Recet\1er:::a;clleral:

SIR ERNEST BURDO ,K.C.I.E., C.S.I., LL.D.

1knfgbts of <Brace:

lDirector of £\mbulance : COLO EL SIR BERTRAM FORD, T.D., D.L., LL.D.

SYDNEY \V. MALKIN, Esq. MAJOR-GENEHAL l:{OBERT BLACKHAM, C.B., C.M. G., C.B.E., D .S.O . SIR HENRY SHARP, C.S.I., C.I.E. LIEUT.-COLO TEL EDGAR HEPPARD, D.S.O., LC. SIR ERNEST LARKE. MAJOR-GENERAL JAMES F. 1ARTI , C.B., C.M.G., C.B.E. COLO . EL IR RISP Ei GLISH, K.C.M.G. LIEUT.-COLONEL IR JOHN REDDIE, C.B. LIEUT.- OLO EL SIR FRANCIS DENT, C.V.O. LIEUT.-COLO EL FREDERI CK G. DA. IELSE. , C.B., D.S.O., T.D.

1bospttaIIer: COLONEL THE LORD WEBB-JOHNSON, K.C.V.O., C.B.E., D.S.O., T.D.

Blmoner: BRIGADIER-GENERAL THE EARL OF SHAFTESBURY, K.P., G . . V.O., C.B.E., P.C.

1Lfbrarfan: MAJOR RICHARD \VILLIAMS.

1Regfstrar: SIR HARRY LUKE, K.C.M.G., D.LITT., LL.D.

<Benealogist: MAJOR SIR ALGAR HOWARD, KC.V.O., C.B., M.C., T.D.

lDfrector of Ueremonies: H. PIRIE-GORDO ,Esq., O.B.E., D.S.C.

Ubfef Uommissfoner St. Jobn Embulance 1J3rfgaDe at 1bome: LIEUT.-GENERAL SIR HENRY Pow ALL, K.C.B., K.B.E., D . . 0., M.C.

Ubtef Uommfssfoner St. Jobn Bmbulance 1J3rfgaDc O\'erscas : COLONEL SIR JAMES SLEEMAN, C.B., C. LG., C.B.E.,

SIR BASIL MAYHEW, K.B.E. THE RIGHT HON. SIR THOMAS MOLONY, BT. , p.C.(l). DUDLEY H. ILLINGWORTH, Esq. ERNEST A. RI CHARDS, Esq. MAJOR EDWARD B. POOLEY. COLONEL RI CHARD C . ROBERTS, O.B.E. JOHN T. BATEY, Esq. COLONEL CHICHESTE R DE W. CROOKSHA K. BRIGADIER JOHN G. BROWNE, C.M.G ., C.B.E., D.S.O. MAJOR-GENERAL SIR PERCIVAL WILKI SON, K.C.M .G., C.B. SIR FREDERICK WHYTE, K.C.S.I. HENRY \V. FINCHAM, Esq. SIR 'VILLIAM SAVORY.

Junior 1Rcprcscntatf\1e 1knigbts :

1.V.O.

1f:\nigbts of Justice: ~be ®rfgtnal 1kllfgbts of Justice: THE LORD QUEENBOROUGH, G.B.E. SIR GERALD WOLLASTO T, KC.B., FRANCIS E. ROSHER, Esq. K.C.V.O. THE LORD STA MORE, KC.V.O., P.C. ALPHEUS F. \VILLIAMS, E q. LIE UT.-COLO NEL CLAUDE B. COLO EL SIR JAME L. LEEMA PALMER, C.B.E. C. B.-, C.M.G., C.B.E., 1.V.O. COLONEL T. WOOLRYCH COLONEL SIR JAMES PURVE _ PEROWNE, V.D., T.D. STEWART, K.C.M.G., C.B. LIEUT.-COLONEL SIR HENRY CHARLES H. C. PIRIE-GORDO McMAHON, G.C.M .G., G.C.V.O., Esq., O.B.E., D.S . . KC.I.E., C.S.I. THE VISCOUNT HEREFORD. COLONEL SIR COLIN \V. MAcRAE SIR HARRY LUKE, KC.M.G., B.LITT., OF FEOIRLI N, C.V.O. , C.B. E. LL.D.

COLONEL

SIR

VIVIAN

GABRIEL,

C.S.I., C.M .G., C.V.O. , C.B. E., V.D. THE EARL OF HALIFAX, KG., O.M., G.C.S.I., G.C.I.E., P.C. WILLIAM E. AUDLAND, Esq., M.B.E. LIEUT.-COLONEL THE LORD COTTESLOE, C.B., V.D., T.D. SIR RONALD STORRS, KC.M.G., C.B.E.

THE VISCOUNT LEVERHULME. THE EARL OF BESSBOROUGH, G.C .M.G., P.C. ARTHUR M. WARE, Esq. MAJOR-GENERAL SIR FREDERICK SYKES, G.C.!".I., G.C.I.E., G.B.E., KC.B., C.M .G., P.C. MAJOR SIR THOMAS G. L. LUMLEYSMITH, D.S.O. MAJOR JOHN B. ARBUTHNOT, M.V.O.

THE Ho . .T OHN BH. UCE . COLONEL EVERARD W. GOLDSWORTHY. lAJOR PHILIP L BEACHCROFT, O.B.E. COMMANDER EDWI A. MORH.ISON,

LIEUT.-COLO EL SIR HUGH TURNBULL, K.C.V.O., K.B.E. SURGEO REAR-ADMIRAL SIR CECIL \VAKELEY, K.B.E., C.B . THE LORD ABERDARE, C.B .E. BRIGADIER LA CELOT E. C. 1. PEROWNE, C.B.E.

1knfgbts of <Brac(: MAJOR EDWARD KEITH-ROACH, C.B.E. MAJOR-GE ERAL THELoRD DUGAN, K.C.M.G., C.B ., D.S.O. DR. N. CORBET FLETCHER, O.B.E. COLONELA. M. O. ANWYL-PASSINGHAM, C.B.E . MARSHAL OF THE ROYAL IR FORCE THE LORD NEWALL, G.C.B., O.M., C.M.G., C.B. E. CAPTAIN DOCWRA ROGERS. WILLIAM G. PAPE, Esq., O.B.E. WILLIAM E. C. LAZE BY, Esq. MAJOR A. C. WHITE-K OX, O.B.E., M.C.

SIR WILLIAM SHE TON. GENERAL SIR CLIVE LIDDELL, K.C.B., C.M.G., C.B.E., D.S.O. LIEUTE ANT-GE ERAL SIR ALEXANDER HOOD, G.B .E., K.C.B. MAJOR-GE ERAL SIR RALPH AINSWORTH, C.B., O.B.E., D.S.O. GENERAL THE LORD ISMAY, G.C.B., C.H., D.S.O. MAJOR

FORREST HAMILTO

THE EARL OF IDDESLEIGH. LIEUT.-COLONEL

VV.

W. DOVE, T.D.

CAPTAIN THE LORD HARRIS, M.C.

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{!:bt Sub:::1Prtlates :

REPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GENERAL FOR THE YEAR 1948.

BISHOP E. J. PALMER. ARCHBISHOP A. \V. AVERILL. BISHOP R. S. FYFFE. THE ARCHBISHOP OF SYD EY. BISHOP H. J. BUXTO T . THE BISHOP OF Lo DON. THE ARCHBISHOP OF NEW ZEALA D THE BISHOP OF NORWICH. THE BISHOP OF ST. ASAPH, M.C. THE BISHOP OF KE SI1 GTOI . THE BISHOP OF CHESTER.

THE BISHOP I); JERU ALEM. BISHOP C. H. GOLDING BIRD. THE BISHOP OF ROCHE TER, O.B.E., M.C. THE BISHOP OF DOVER. THE BISHOP OF PRETORIA. THE BISHOP OF LLA DAFF. THE VERY REV. CHARLES L. WARR, C.V.O. THE BISHOP OF GIBRALTAR.

{!:be \.\)fffcfating <tbaplains: THE BISHOP OF KENSIXGTON. THE DEA OF BOCKING, O.B.E.

1Representatf\?e ctommanbtrs: CAPTAIN RUSSELL V. STEELE. LIEUT.-COLOl EL WILLIAM E. PRINGLE, M.C. CAPTAIN PERCY REAY, M.B.E., M.C. LIEUT.-COLONEL W. R. HORN BY STEER. LIEUT.-GENERAL SIR OTTO Lu TD, K.C.B., D.. 0. T. DE LA POER BERESFORD, Esq.

1Representatt\?e ®mcers: BRIGADIER IVAN DE LA B ERE, C.B.E. LIEUT.-COM:tYlANDER AUBREY F. INGLEFIELD, Rd . FREDERICK H. D. PRITCHARD, Esq.

Members of ctounctl on ctbapter:::(1;eneral: (in addition to those shown under other Headings)

SIR ROBERT GOWER, K.C.V.O., O.B.E. LIEUT.-COLONEL SIR FRANK BROOK, D.S.O., M.C.

:assistant JExecuti\?c

~ff(cers

~urator

a.nd Assistant Librarian: HE1\RY W. FI CHAM, Esq., F.S.A. ASSIstant DIrector of Ceremonies: MAJOR PHILIP M. BEACHCROFT, O.B .E.

S ecretar)? of tbe ®rber: MAJOR-GENERAL J. E. T. YOUNGER, C.B. :assistant Secretar)?: J. F . C. UNDERHILL, T.D.

MAJOR

THE CHAPTER-GENERAL has the honour to submit to the Members and Associates of the Order its Report for the year 1948. ANNUAL SERVICE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY. INSTALLATION OF THE LORD PRIOR OF ST. JOHN. The Dean of Westminster very kindly offered to allow the Venerable Order to use the Abbey for its annual Commemoration Service on St. John's Day. This offer was accepted and, as a matter of convenience, H.R.H. The Grand Prior decided to hold the customary General Assembly in Church House, Westminster, which is adjacent to the Abbey, and convene it before the Commemoration Service instead of after it. Accordingly, Chapter-General, after having robed in Upper School, which the Head Master of \Vestminster School had lent to the Order for the day, walked in procession through Dean's Yard to Church ~ouse where the Grand Prior, on his arrival by another entrance, was receIved by the Sub-Prior, Chancellor, Bailiff of Egle, and other Executive Officers. The General Assembly met in the Hoare Memorial Hall which had been used for some time during the late war by the House of Commons after its own Chamber had been hit by German bombs. H.R.H. The Grand Prior then addressed the General Assembly as follows : " Confreres, " Members of the Order \\Till have received copies of the reports of the Executive Officers, which give a general survey of the satisfactory progress of the work of the Order during the past year. « There are certain points which I think will be of interest to us all. « It is \;\,rith the greatest pleasure that I received the acceptance by Princess Margaret of the office of Commandant-in-Chief of the St. John Cadets, and I am sure that you will all be equally pleased and would like me to express our sincere appreciation to Her Royal Highness for having done so. " I feel, too, that you will be interested and glad to hear that the Bali Count Thun-Hohenstein, one of the most important of the Executive Officers of the Sovereign and Military Order of Malta, who was on a visit to this country, gave us the pleasure of seeing him at St. John's Gate, where he inspected the Museum and Library and had tea. It is a source of great satisfaction that we should have established fraternal relations with the Sovereign Order, for we both serve under the emblem of the eight-pointed cross. An Independent Commission was appointed in December last to consider whether the organization of the Order was altogether suitable for present-day conditions. "The Commission has recommended extensive chanB"es which have been accepted almost in their entirety by Chapter-General and which have my warm approval. These changes come into force to-day. t(

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': Since the la~t General As.sembly the ancient Priory of Scotland, whIch had been m abeyance smce 1564, has been revived. I feel sure that all will welcome the revival of this ancient establishment of the Order which dates from the twelfth century. "Then I would like to make some reference to a foundation of the Order of which we have special reason to be proud. " I refer to the Brigade in India, whose conduct in the recent trouble in the Punjab has been worthy of the best traditions of the Order. . "Members of the St. John Ambulance Brigade in India have served m the worst part of the disturbed areas, assisting sick and wounded without regard to caste, race, or their own safety. . " They have shown how charity can rise superior to all other consideratIons and they have set an example of devotion to the ideals for which the Order stands which, I am confident, \vill not be forgotten. " ~ ou :mIl rea~ about their work in the Annual Report, and I only mentIon It at thIS Assembly because I am sure you would like me to express on your behalf our appreciation of the courage and the impartial devotion they have shown. " I must also refer to the Hospital in Jerusalem. The staff remained on duty although the Hospital found itself in no-man's-land between Jew and Arab and was constantly hit by bullets and had its windows blown out by shell and bomb explosions. " Finally, in view of the order given by the High Commis ioner and of the fact ~hat owing to the constant firing no patients were attending the HospItal, the staff was evacuated, leaving only the house surgeon, an Arab doctor, in charge. " In cor:clusion, I ~ould like to thank most warmly Lord Clarendon, the outgomg Sub-Pnor, together with the Executive Officers and the Staff of the Grand Priory for their help and support during the past year. " I look forward with much confidence to the future and I regard the Order as very fortunate indeed in having secured Lord \Vakehurst to take Lord Clarendon's place and carryon his work. " We will now proceed with Lord Wakehurst's Installation." At the conclusion of his address the Grand Prior received the written reports of the various Executive Officers. The Grand Prior then thanked the. Earl of Clarendon for his services to the Order as Sub-Prior, services whI~h could no longer be rendered owing to the presssure of other official dutIes, and acceI?te~ his resignation. The Earl of Clarendon, accordingly, vacated the chaIr m front of the Throne and took his seat as a Bailiff Grand Cross. The Chancellor and the Bailiff of Egle then presented Lord Wakehurst as the Earl of Clarendon's successor and the Grand Pr~or formally installed him, not as Sub-Prior as heretofore but as Lord P~lOr of St. John with power and authority to act as His Royal Highness' LIeutenant and Deputy for the good governance of the Venerable Order throughout the !ealms a~d dominions of Our Sovereign Lord the King: The Grand Pnor, haVIng returned to the Throne received Lord Wakehurst's homage as Lord Prior and gave orders that he should be proclaimed as such. This was done and the proclamation was followed b~ a fanfare ?f trumpets. Then, at the request of the new Lord Prior, HIS Royal HIghness confirmed in their respective offices those Knights

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who had been selected to serve as Executive Officers, or their Assistants, for the ensuing three years. The Chancellor, by o~der of the . Grand Prior, then dissolved the General Assembly and ??S Royal HIghness attended by the Lord Prior, the Chancellor, the BailIff of Egle, and the Earl of Clarendon inspected the Colour Party and G:uard of J:Ionour, mounted by No.1 Division, St. John Ambulance Bngade, whIch was paraded in Dean's Yard.. . . . The annual CommemoratIOn SerVIce was an rrnpresslVe ceremony. The Dean had not merely put Westminster Abbey a~ the disposal ?f the Order for the occasion, he also made its resources avaIlable. At ten mmutes before 4. o'clock a fanfare was sounded by the trumpeters of the Royal Artillery to announce that the procession into the Abbey wa~ startmg from the Cloisters. As it moved the Abbey bells rang out. Frrst. came the Abbey's contribution to the ceremonial: the Beadle, the Chorr, the Taperers, the Abbey Banners and Crosses, the Minor Canons, the Canons, and the Dean. Then came the Standard-bearer of the Order and lay members of Chapter-General in their mantles. They were followed. by the Ivory Cross of the Abbey, the Officiating Chaplains, Chaplams, Sub-Prelates, and the Preacher; then came a Macer at the ~ead of the Executive Officers, Bailiffs Grand Cross, and the new Lord Pnor followed by the ros of the Order, the Primatial Cross of Canterbury, and the Prelate of the Order who came just before the Sword Bearer of the Order and II.R.H. The Grand Prior, who was attended by his Equerry and the Secretary of the Order and followed by the Ensign with the Colour. of the Brigade, the Colour Party, and the Guard of Honour. The proceSSIOn moved from the cloister along the north side of Dean's Yard through the archway and across so as to enter the Great \Vest Door of the 1\bb~y. As the choir reached the \Vest Door the bells stopped and the smgmg began and continued until the Grand Prior, whose entry was saluted with a fanfare of trumpets, had reached his Throne under the Lantern. Here, the tandard-bearer of the Order was joined by the Sword-bearer and the Ensign and the three officers advanced to the rail of the Sanctuary within which the clergy of the procession had taken their places and entrusted the three symbols respectively to the Sacrist, the Precentor, and the Custodian. The Banner and the Colour were placed north and south of the Itar while the Dean, receiving the Sword from the Precentor, laid it upon the Altar. The music was of great dignity and beauty, the organ-playing being extremely fine. The anthem was" The Souls of the Righteous are in the Hand of God", by Vaughan \iVilliams. It w.as delightfully sung by the Abbey Choir and the voice of the boy SOlOISt was unusually beautiful. At the end of the Service, during which the Dean read the Lesson and the Bishop of London, a Sub-Prelate of the Order, preached, the Prelate of the Order, in cope and mitre holding the Primatial Cross, gave the blessing. Apart from the Mayor of Westminster and a few other distinguished guests, the congregation of about two thousand was composed entirely of members of the Order and its Foundations of whom the representatives of the Association and the Brigade were in uniform. The previous occasion on which the Order had been allowed to hold its Commemoration Service in Westminster Abbey was on St. John's Day, 1931.

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THE LAMBETH CONFERENCE.

THE VISIT OF COUNT THUN-HOHENSTEIN.

At the invitatio~ of the Archbishop of Canterbury, as Prelate of the Orde~, a DeputatIon from Chapter-General attended the ceremonial openmg of the Lambeth .Conference of 1948, in Canterbury Cathedral on 1st July. The DeputatIOn was composed of the Lord Prior of St Joh~ supported by the Secret.ary-General and the Director of Cere~onies, attended by three EsqUIres. The Deputation robed in St . Anselm's Chapel a~d was con.ducted by one of the Prelate's chaplains in procession ~o seats. m the ~hOlr Stalls: After having taken part in the exceedingly lITIpr~SSIve serVIce: for whIch more than three hundred prelates of the Anghc~n com:numon entered the Cathedral in procession and heard the allocutIon delivered from the. Chai~ of St. Augustine by the Archbishop of Canterbury, the DeputatIOn wIthdrew and its members were subsequently the guests of the Dean of Canterbury at tea. .

RELATIONS vVITH THE SOVEREIGN MILITARY ORDER. LETTER OF H.M.E.H. THE GRA D MASTER. .In a letter ~ddress~d to H.R.H. the Grand Prior, and dated 7th fa HIghness the Grand Master of the overeign lilita~ r ~r, announced t~e approa~hing visit of the Secretar for Forei n ~~arr'k0~the SoverelgIl Council, the Bailiff of Justice, Co~nt Ferdina~d UTI- 0 enstem, and hIs hope t.hat th~ visit would tend to increase anhd rletntder closer the happy relatIOns eXIsting behYeen the two Orders . T e e er was as follows :-

gI~ Most Emment

ROME. YOUR ROYAL HIGHNESS,

7th May, 1948.

The .visit to ~ngland of the Secretary for Foreign Affairs of the So,:,ereI~n Council, the Bali of Justice, Count Ferdinand Thun-Hohenstem ,. gIVes me the greatest delight and opportunity to offer my cordial greet mgs to 'your Royal Highness. a.m convmced that through this visit the good relations now haPP il eXIstmg between the Sovereign Military Order of Malta and th V y able Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem will incr:asee~~rd b ecome ever more closer. It is ~th deep satisfaction ~hat I consider that durin the tra ic destructIOns of the last war whIch has afflicted humanity ~h e I . g rbol ~f ~~e eight-pointed cross has assembled under its 'sign t~~~~~s me~~k~~g~tIes for the noble purpose of mitigating the sufferings

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th I eXPfJss .great hope ~hat t~e spreading of Christian Ideals in e. wor ":'l g~ve. an ever-mcreasmg impulse to our secular mission 0 hefs JWlthm the scopes of the Venerable Order of the Hospital wfhSIcth Jalshn o . 0 0 erusalem. I have the honour to express t 0 Y our Royal Highness my most sincere feelings.

(Signed) LUDOVICO CHIGI ALBAN!.

On 11th May, the Venerable Bailiff, Frere Count Ferdinand Th':1 n Hohenstein, then on an official mission to the Associations of the SovereIgn Military Order in England and Ireland, paid a visit to St. John's Gate. The visit is of the greatest historical interest, for it is now nearly four centuries since an official representative of the Grand Master has entered the ancient Priory of the Knights Hospitallers. It was in the year 1555 that the Venerable Bailiff Frere Peter de Monserrat, Grand Conservator and Pillar of Aragon, was sent on a special mission to England by the Grand Master Claude de la Sengle, for the purpose of reconstituting the Grand Priory, which had been dissolved by King Henry VIII in 1540. The special mission sent to England by the Grand Master Gregory Carafa in 1685 to congratulate King James II on his accession to the thron.e, is not likely to have visited the ancient Priory, then abandoned and m ruins. The historic visit of Count Thun-Hohenstein confirms and consolidates those cordial fraternal relations, which were so happily established between the Sovereign Military Order and our own Order in 1945 when the Grand Master formally received Sir Harry Luke, the special envoy of H.R.H. the Grand Prior. Count Thun-Hohenstein accompanied by his secretary Signor Giovanni Gehlen, with Major Sigismund Trafford the President, and the Earl of Iddesleigh the Chancellor of the British Association of the Sovereign Military Order, both of them Knights of our own Order, arrived at St. John's Gate at 4 o'clock. In the unavoidable absence of the Sub-Prior, Count Thun-Hohenstein was received in the Chancery by Sir Edwin King, Bailiff Grand Cross and Chancellor of our Order. The following presentations were then made to the Venerable Bailiff : Lord Courtauld-Thomson, Bailiff Grand Cross and formerly Hospitaller ; Field-Marshal Lord Chetwode, Bailiff Grand Cross; The Earl of Cromer, Bailiff Grand Cross and formerly Receiver-General; Brigadier W. B. Barne, Knight of Grace and Secretary-General; Major Richard Williams, Knight cf Justice and Librarian; Sir Bertram Ford, Knight of Grace and Assistant Receiver-General; Mr. H. \V. Fincham, Knight of Grace and Assistant Librarian; Major-General J. E. T. Younger, Officer and ecretary of the Order; Mr. Veevers Thompson, Serving Brother and Clerk to the Library. Count Thun-Hohenstein was then conducted round the buildings at St. John'S Gate, visiting the Chapter Hall, Council Chamber, Library, and Museum, afterwards taking tea in the Chapter Hall with the Chancellor, the other Bailiffs Grand Cross, Knights, and members of the Order assembled to welcome him. The Venerable Bailiff, accompanied by his suite, left St. John's Gate at 5.30 p.m. So ended a visit of the utmost historic importance, which will long be remembered in our Order. LETTER OF H.R.H. THE GRAND PRIOR. In a letter addressed to His Most Eminent Highness the Grand Master, and dated 3rd June, His Royal Highness the Grand Prior expressed his gratification that the Order had been privileged to receive Count Thun-Hohenstein at St. John's Gate, and his great regret that previous engagements away from London had made it impossible for him to

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have the pleasure of meeting Count Thun-Hohenstein. as follows ;-

The letter was

To His Most Eminent Highness Prince Chigi Albani Grand Master of the Sovereign Military Order, Palazzo de Malta, R~me. Y OUR MOST EMINENT HIGH ESS Your letter of the 7th May h~s given the greatest satisfaction to m~ and .to all members of the Order, for it is the sincere wish of the Grand Pnory rn the British Realm that we should mutually draw closer the fraternal .bonds that connect the overeign .Military Order and the Grand Pnory. The privileg~ of receiving the Bali of Justice Count Ferdinand Thun-Ho~e~stern as our guest at t. John's Gate is one de plyappreciated and It ~s a source of the greatest regret to me that previous engagements outsIde London made it impossible for me to have had the pleasu~e. of meeting Count Ferdinand before his return to Rome. A SIt ~uch as this must strengthen the good relations which so happIly. eXIst b~t~een the Sovereign Military Order and the Grand Pnory III the Bnt~sh Re~lrn, and I earnestly hope that as a result our wor~ ~~er t~e eight-pomted cross will prosper and the influence of Chnsbamty Will be spread abroad. (Signed) HENRY, Grand Prior.

LETTER OF THE BAILIFF CHANCELLOR OF THE SOVEREIGN ORDER. On 13th July Sir Francis D'Arcy Osborne, the Liai on Offic r of our O~der to the Sovereign Military Order was received by His Most Eminent HIghness the Grand Master at his summer residence on the ventine and there presented to him his Letters of Credence a Liaison Officer: T?e Gra~d M~ster was graciously pleased to express to ir Francis Osborne biS gratificatIOn at the results of Count Thun-Rohenstein's recent visit to England. In a letter dated 9th J u~:y, addressed to ir Edwin King, th.e. Chancellor of our Orde.r, the Ba~Iff Chancellor of the overeign MilI~ary Order, the MarqUls Rangom Machiavelli acknowledged the receIpt of the letters of Credence of the Liaison Officer. The letter was as follows ;Roma, via Condotti, Palazzo Malta. My DEAR SIR EDWIN,

9th July, 1948.

It is ~ pleasure to me to acknowledge .that Sir Francis D'Arcy God?lphrn Osborne, .K.G.ST)., K.C.M.G., delIvered me some time ago the mstrument of hIS appomtment as a Liaison Officer between our two Orders whilst residing in Rome. His Most Eminent Highness the Prince and Grand Master has shown great pleasure that this Gentleman who is well known to our Order ~nd who enjo'y~ our highest esteem has been entrusted with this Import~nt posIb.on and.I may be. allowed to express my conviction that thIS step WIll contnbute conSIderably to the relations so happily

existing between the Sovereign Military Order of Malta an~ the. Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. J oh? .of J eru~alem, Ills~nng the mutual collaboration in the spirit of Chnsban chanty ~ccording to the constant wishes of His Most Eminent Highness the Pnnce and Grand Master. I have the honour to remain, my dear Sir Edwin, with my most cordial regards, Yours very sincerely, (Signed) L. RANGONI MACHIAVELLI. (Il Bali' Cancelliere dell'Ordine.) THE RHENO-\VESTPHALIAN ASSOCIATION. The overeign Military Order has two Associations of. ~nigh~s in Germany, the Rheno-\Vestphalian Association under the ~aI?ff Freih~rr von Twickel, with its headquarters at Munster, and the SileSIan ASSOCIation under t.he Bailiff Prince Hatzfeldt, Duke of Trachenberg. The Silesian Association is in the Russian Zone, and consequently is in a state of suspended animation. . . .. . . On completion of his mISSIOn to the BailIWick of Brandenburg, SIr Harry Luke proceeded on 15th November to Hovel, near Hamn:, on the edge of the Ruhr district. Here he was met by Baron von TW1c~el, who showed him the Hospitals maintained by the Rheno-Westphalian Association, at Rovel with 200 beds, at Flensburg with 300 beds, and at Rackelwitz with sixty beds. All these hospitals are thoroughly up-to-date, and almost self-supporting, the nurses are all nuns of the Order of St. Clement. In the afternoon Sir Harry Luke was taken by Baron von Twickel to his residence, Haus Havixbeck, ten miles north of Munster, where he spent the night. A banquet was given in his honour, and amongst the twenty guests were Count von Spee, Vice-President of ~he Rheno.-Westphalian Association, Baron von Ohr, Curator of the HospItal, Dr. KIrchoff, Archivi t of the Association, and Major G. \V. Monckton, an Officer of our Order, and a Knight of Justice of the Sovereign Order. During the evening Baron von Twickel proposed the health of H.R.H. the Gra~d Prior, followed by that of the Lord Prior of our Order, of the SpeCIal Envoy, and of H.R.H. Prince Charles, he ended with a warm tribute to the British monarchy and throne as pillars of stability not only in the British Commonwealth and Empire, but in a distracted world where principles and civilization were being so dangerously assailed. In his reply to Baron von Twickel, Sir Harry Luke read out his Letter of Credence, signed by the Chancellor, and proposed the health of Baron and Baroness von Twickel, and that of His Most Eminent Highness the Grand Master of the Sovereign Military Order. He then presented the three portrait medals of our late Grand Prior H.R.R. the Duke of Connaught, together with the Official History of our Order, and other literature, as outward tokens of the fraternal sentiments of our Order. Baron von Twickel accepted the silver-gilt medal for himself, and presented the silver medal to his Vice-President, Count von Spee, and the bronze medal to Dr. Struck, Medical Officer in charge of the hospital at Hovel.

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On 16th November, Sir Harry .Luke ~eft Haus Havixbeck to stay with Count von Galen at Haus.Assen, m KreIs Beckum, and on his way inspecte~ the offices and .archlves of the Rheno-vVestphalian Association in Munster. Th~ next mgh~ was spent at Bad Salzuilen, returning to England on t~e. f?llowmg d~y. SIr Harry Luke was unable to complete his mission by Vlsltmg the SWlSS Commandery in Berne, owing to the fatal illness of Colonel de Graffenried, its Commander. Subsequently Baron von Twickel addressed to H.R.H. the Grand Prior t~~ following letter, expressing his appreciation of Sir Harry Luke's VlSlt :" Illustrious Grand Prior, " Your Royal Highness. " Allow me to express my most grateful thcmks for the gracious es~ablishment ?f personal contacts made by Your Venerable Order Wlth the R~em-\tVestphalian Association of the Sovereign laltese Ord~r ?f Kmght.hood, and the r~cent dispatch of a special delegation c~n.slstmg of HIS ~x~e.u~ncy SIT Harry Luke and Mr. Christopher PIne-Gordon. ThIs mltIal contact has made our aims and tasks which are not. merely .rel<l:ted but rather mutual, the uniting centre of our conversat~on, whIch IS bas.ed on. our cordial. spiritual friendship, and has, belIeve I may say, gIVen nse on both SIdes to the expression of the Wlsh to foster these personal contacts in every po sible way to the benefit. o~ ~he great tasks of our Order, and in particular the fierce and undImlmshed fight against Christianitv and all its institutions re;;als that co-operation on the broadest basis: which is our de ire. To my great regret, my sincere wish to be allowed to return the visit of the delega~ion of your Venerable Order and to pay my respects t~ Your Royal HIghness cannot now be realized due to the present dIfficulty of travel abroad, and I ask Your Royal Highness to be so good as to accept my respectful greetings for the New Year and the assurance that my Association and myself regard it as a particular honour a~d duty to foster and to pr?mote e.ven further in the spirit ?f the belI.efs of our Order the connectIons whIch have been established m so cordIal a manner. " Please accept, Yo~r Ro~al Highness, the expression of my great esteem and respect Wlth whIch I have the honour to be Illustriou Prince and Grand Prior, '

Lutherans and it was not until 1763 that relations with the Grand Master in Malta were resumed . The lands of the Bailiwick were confiscated after the defeat of Prussia by the French in 1806, but t.he Orde!" was restored by the King of Prussia in 1852, an~ then took up ItS Hospltaller duties with renewed vigour, as the J ohanmterorden. Until the outbreak of the First World War in 1914 our Order had always maintained the most cordial relations with the Bailiwick of Brandenburg, and our statutes and constitution were largely based .upon those of the Bailiwick, as being the only Protestant branch of the ?ngu: al Sovereign Military Order. In the year 1888, when our Order receIved Its first Royal Charter, H.R.H. P.r~nce Albert of Prussia, Grand Master of the J ohanniterorden and BaIlIff of Brandenburg, was ~ppomted an Honorary Knight of Justice in our Order. Ten years later m 1898 when the German Emperor made his famous visit to Jerus~lem, our .Order on the invitation of the J ohanniterorden sent a specIal delegatIon of four knights to the Holy Land, headed by the late Lord .Templetown, to take part in the ceremonies. The out~reak of the FIrst vVorld War inevitably terminated these happy relatI~ns, and. they .were not restored during the period of ever increasing tenSIOn, whIch eXIsted between the two great wars. In 1945 as soon as the war ended, the policy outlined by Lord Scarbrough of establishing firm fraternal relations with the Order. of St. John in all countries, was again taken up. In that and the followmg year our Order sent missions to the overeign Order in Rome, and to the J ohanniterorden in Holland and Sweden. This year the situation in Germany had at last become sufficiently settled for it to be possible to send a mission to the Baili\vick of Brandenburg, of which the head is H.R.H. Prince Oscar, Grand Master of the Johanniterorden, a son of t.he late German Emperor. Sir Harry Luke, K.C.M.G., Knight of JUS~IC~ and Registrar of the Order, who had carried out so brilliantly the mISSIOn to the Grand Master of the Sovereign Order in 1945, was selected by H.R.~. the Grand Prior as his Special Envoy, and he was accompam~d as hIS Esquire by Mr. C. M. Pirie-Gordon, an Officer of our Order. SIr Harry Luke bore with him the following Letter of Credence, dated 2nd November, from H.R.H. the Grand Prior to H.R.H. Prince Oscar : -

" Your Royal Highness' most devoted BAILLI RUDOLPH, BAROr VON TWICKEL. " Der Prasident, Der Genossenschaft der Rhein-Westf.-Malteser-Devotionsritter E.D. THE BAILIWICK OF BRANDENBURG. The Bailiwick of Bran~e~burg, alt~ou~h not so termed was actually one of. the fi,:,~ Grand Pnones, constItutmg the German Tongue in the So,:,"erelgn. MIlitary Order. The other German Grand Priories were HeItersheIm (Ger!llany), Bo~emia-Poland, Hungary and Dacia (Denmark). At the ReformatIOn the Kmghts of the Bailiwick of Brandenburg became

" Being desirous to re-establish those happy relations of frien~ship and good understanding, which existed between our two Orders pnor to the tragic events of the late war, we have made choice of our wor.thy br?ther Sir Harry Charles Luke, Knight Commander of the Most DIstIngUIshed Order of St. Michael and St. George, Knight of Justice and Registrar .of our Venerable Order, a former Governor in His Majesty's Colomal Service, as our Special Envoy to convey to Your Royal Highness a warl? expression of the fraternal sentiments of our said Venerable Order. SIr Harry Luke will be attended by his Esquire, our worthy brother Mr. Christopher Martin Pirie-Gordon, an Officer of our Order, a Secretary of Legation in His Majesty's Diplomatic Service. We doubt not that he will merit your approbation and goodwill by a strict observance of the instructions that he has received to evince to you the constant friendship of our Venerable Order, and of its sincere desire to preserve and advance on all occasions the interests and happy

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relations of our two Orders, and to ensure their mutual collaboration in the holy cause of Christian charity, wherever and whenever circumstances may render it possible. We ~herefore request th.at Your Royal Highness will grant a favourable receptIOn to our saId SpecIal Envoy and that you will give entire credence to all. that he shall represent to you in the name of our Venerable Order, especIally when in obedience to his instructions he shall assure you of the esteem and regard of our Venerable Order, and of its hearty wishes for the welfare and prosperity of the J ohanniterorden." Sir !larry Luke was .received ?n November 11th in Chapter-General by Pnnce Oscar ~nd his. Execuhve Officers at a Hospital in Hanover, called the Anna-~hft, whIch does not, however, belong to the J ohanniterord.en. ~fter Pr~ce C?scar had welcomed him in a most cordial speech, delIvered m EnglIsh, Su Harry Luke read out his Letter of Credence and formally requested Prince Oscar to accept three portrait medals of our late .Gran~ Prior, H.R.H. the Duke of Connaught, and a copy of the Offi~Ial HIstOry of our Order, as tokens of the friendly and sympathetic fee.lmgs of our Order towards our brethren of the J ohanniterorden. ~rmce Oscar acce~ted the silver-gilt medal for himself, and presented the silver medal to hIS Chanceller, Herr von der Marwitz, and the bronze medal to Count von Arnim, his \Verkmeister. After the ceremony ir Harry.Lu~e was entertained to luncheon, and before the Chapter-General was disr:ussed there was a sh?rt religious service in the Chapel of the Anna-Shtt. Subsequently Prmce Oscar requested Sir Harry Luke to convey to H.R.H. the Grand Prior the following letter, dated 20th November : -

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Repeating the expression of thankfulness, fraternal sentiment and high esteem, as well as our hearty wishes for the welfare and prosperity of the High Order of St. John, I remain, yours sincerely, OSKAR, PRINZ VO. PREUSSEN.

Herrenmeister des J ohanniterordens." Westerbrak bei Kirchbrak, Kreis Holzminden-Weser. On the afternoon of 11th November, Sir Harry Luke was taken by Count Berg to visit the Hospital of the Order at Gronau, containing 120 beds, the following morning was spent with Prince Oscar and Count von Arnim at Lugde, and the temporary office and stores of the Bailiwick were visited. The actual membership of the J ohanniterordens is confined to noblemen able to produce the necessary armorial qualifications, and it also includes a sisterhood, known as the J ohanniterschwesternschaft. These sisters work either in the Hospitals of the Order, or in other similar institutions not belonging to the Order. There are at present 2,100 Knights and 530 Sisters, and the Order maintains nine hospitals in \Vestern Germany . The Headquarters of the Bailiwick of Brandenburg is the Castle of Sonnenburg, to the east of Berlin; this and the lands and properties of the Order are all in the Russian Zone, and the content of the houses have all been looted. Most of the members of the Chapter-General are refugees from the Russian Zone, and are at present almost penniless.

" I. am very glad to be able to thank you and the High Order of the

THE JOHANNITERORDER IN THE NETHERLANDS. The following letter, dated 3rd February, was received by H.R.H. the Grand Prior from the Grand Master of the J ohanniterorder in the Netherlands in acknowledgement of the gift of portrait medals of our late Grand Prior, H.R.H. the Duke of Connaught, conveyed to him by our Liaison Officer at The Hague.

SIr ~arry' ~uke as a SpeCIal Envoy, and m hIS attendance Mr. hri topher Martm PUle-Gordon as Esquire. Most heartily re~ponding to your kind expression of fraternal sentIments I may heartily assure you of our earnest desire to collaborate in the holy cause of Christian charity whenever circumstances will make it possible. We were deeply impressed at receiving the beautiful medals Sir Harry Luke had the kindness to present to us. We ~ighly value the visit paid t? us by Your Gentlemen, and I hope they will return. to your country WIth favourable impressions concerning our Order, and ItS hard work on behalf of our Christian tasks. I believe not to be mistaken if I may take your kind letter as a hand stretch~d out from your High Order to the Order of St. John (J ohanniterorden) m Germany, and you may be sure that we clasp it honestly. P~ay accept the esteem ~nd regard of our Venerable Order, May God AlmIghty preserve your HIgh Order and especially its Grand Prior.

Your Royal Highness, I may be permitted to express my sentiments of heartfelt gratitude to Your Royal Highness in his character of Grand Prior of the Venerable O.rder of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem, for giving evidence of hIS sympathy with our Order, which we highly appreciated. I requested Lieut.-Colonel Sir Thomas Cook, Knight and a Commander of your Venerable Order, as well as brother Berkeley Foley Gage, of your saId Venerable Order and Liaison Officer between the said Order and the Netherlands branch of the Knightly Order aforesaid, to express in our name to Y oUI Royal Highness our deepfelt gratitude and our high esteem. Though they will have acquitted themselves undoubtedly of this task, I am, however, desirous of repeating and confirming in writing our thankfulness and appreciation. It was a privilege to me to deliver at our Chapter assembly, of the 30th January, 1948, to the most entitled members of our Chapter, the

From H.R.H. Oskar, Prinz von Preussen, Herrenmeister d s J ohanniterordens. To H.R.H. General the Duke of Gloucester. ~ospltal of St. John of J :rusalem for yo~r v.ery great kindness in sending

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gold, silver, and bronze medals which aforesaid brother Gage handed to me. On behalf of all members of our Chapter, I have the honour to thank Your Royal Highness for this tangible mark of friendship and sympathy towards our Order. It will be a durable souvenir of the relations existing between our two Orders and a piece of evidence of our mutual purpose to serve the suffering mankind in peace as well as in war time, as is becoming for Christian brothers. Giving utterance to my sincere desire that the relations of reciprocal friendship and good understanding, existing between our two Orders, will be preserved and advanced. I have the honour to be, Your Royal Highness' Obedient Servant,

On the conclusion of the visit to St. John's Gate, Colonel de Graffenried, accompanied by Sir Edwin King, was received by H.R.H. the Grand Prior at St. James's Palace, where he rendered a report to His Royal Highness on the present state of the Swiss Commandery, and of its parent bo~y, the Bailiwick of Brandenburg. Colonel and Madame de Graffenned afterwards lunched with the Chancellor and Major-General Younger.

GRAND MASTER,

Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem. THE HAGUE,

3rd February, 1948.

THE JOHANNITERORDER IN

WITZERL ND.

During the past year the Grand Priory has established with the ommandery of the J ohanniterorder in Switzerland the same fraternal relations as already exist with the J ohanniterorder in Sweden and the Netherlands . It is hoped that it will be possible shortly to appoint a Liaison Officer with the Commandery in Berne, performing the arne functions as the Liaison Officers in Stockholm and The Hague. The history of the Order in Switzerland is very similar to that of the Order in the Protestant countries of Europe. Prior to the Reformation the Sovereign Order of Malta had a Commandery at Bubikon in Canton Zurich, where interesting remains of the Ritterhaus still exist, and are carefully preserved. At the Reformation the Swiss Knights broke away from the Sovereign Order of Malta, and identified themselves with the Protestant Bailiwick of Brandenburg. In 1937 the Bailiwick of Brandenburg formed an Association of Swiss Knights, which in 1947 became the Swiss Commandery, exercising the same powers of self-government as the Commanderies of the J ohanniterorder in Sweden and the N etherlands, before they separated from the Bailiwick of Brandenburg, and became independent national orders, similar to our own Order. The Swiss Commandery is still small in numbers, consisting at present of twelve Knights, and its Commander is Colonel Victor de Graffenried. On 8th July Colonel de Graffenried, accompanied by Madame de Graffenri~d, visited St. John's Gate, where they were received in the Chancery by Lord Wakehurst, the Prior of the Order, Sir Edwin King, the Chancellor, Brigadier Barne, Secretary-General, and Major-General Younger, the Secretary. They were then taken round the buildings at St. John's Gate, visiting the Chapter Hall, Council Chamber, Library, and Museum.

THE CASTLE OF KOLOSSI IN CYPRUS Our Order has long been particularly interested in the Castle of Kolossi in Cyprus, of which it has owned appr~ximately one-fif~h since the year 1913. The remaining four-fifths passed mto the ownershIp of the gover.nment of Cyprus in 1932. In the following year the Order made a.special grant towards the upkeep and maintenance of the Castle, enablIng the late Mr. George Jeffery, the Curator of Ancient Monuments in Cyprus, to carry out certain repairs and improvements, including the enclosure of the fore court to the south of the Keep, the repair of the battlements, and the restoration of the stone staircase leading to the entrance door. The Castle was visited by :fajor-General Blackham in February, 1948, and he drew up a most interesting report on its history and pr~~ent condition for the information of Chapter-General. It was also VIsIted shortly afterwards by Sir Harry Luke, then on a special mission to the Mediterranean on behalf of the Order. He also has rendered a very valuable report on the present state of the Castle, on the cost of its restoration and upkeep and the use to which it might possibly be put. The Government of Cyprus expressed to Sir Harry Luke its willingness to transfer the full ownership of the castle to the Order free of all cost, provided that the Order would undertake to preserve and restore the Castle, and to use it only in a manner acceptable to the Government. I t is estimated that to put the Castle in a proper state of repair would cost approximately £5,000, and that the upkeep and maintenance would amount to £400 a year. It has been suggested that the Castle might be used as a Folk Museum, the only other apparent source of revenue would be the fees for admission paid by visitors. The work requiring to be done immediately is the building of an enclosure wall of rough stone, estimated to cost £170, and the repair of the vaulted store-building to the east of the Castle, which is actually older than the present Keep, at an estimated cost of £1,125. The Knights Hospitallers first established themselves in Cyprus about the year 1198, and the Castle of Kolossi, not far from Limassol, was granted to them by King Hugh I in 1210. After the fall of Acre in 1291 the Convent of the Hospitallers was established at Limassol, until its transfer to Rhodes in 1310. The Hospitallers possessed seven Commanderies in Cyprus, which were amongst the richest of the Commanderies of the Order, their wealth being derived mainly from their vineyards and their sugar plantations. The best of the wines of Cyprus has always been known as Commanderia to the present day. The seven Commanderies were under the administration of the Grand Commander of Cyprus, who had his seat at Kolossi, and was one of the great dignitaries of the Order, ranking with the Grand Priors, like the

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The Swiss Red Cross again most generously extended hospitality to long term ex-Service personnel, and the patients were accompanied by two Welfare Officers.

Castellan of Amposta and the Bailiff of Brandenburg. In 1420 an Englishman, Thomas Skipwith, the Pillar of England at Rhodes, was Grand Commander of Cyprus, and another Englishman, John Langstrother, was Grand Commander in 1468. In the following year he was appointed Grand Prior of England, and in 1471 was beheaded after the Battle of Tewkesbury. When Queen Catherine of Cyprus was persuaded in 1489 by ~er brother George Cornaro to abdicate in favour of the Republic of Vemce, he was rewarded for his services by the gift of the Grand Comman~ery. It remained in the possession of the Cornaro family until the TurkIsh conquest of Cyprus in 1570, and the title of Grand Commander ?f Cyprus was held by the head of the Cornaro family until its extinction In 1799.

OVERSEAS CIVILIAN RELIEF.

Civilian Relief work under the B.R.C.S. still continues in Germany, and 16 Brigade members (6 men and 10 women) are holding responsible positions in this field, and were visited by Mrs. Girouard during her tour. At the request of the Foreign Office, the B.R.C.S. have sent a Commission to undertake relief work amongst the Arab refugees. The Society kindly offered to employ our members. REHABILITATION.

ACTIVITIES OF THE JOINT COMMITTEE OF THE ORDER OF ST. JOHN AND THE BRITI H RED CROSS SOCIETY.

After a meeting at the Ministry of H ealth, the Rehabilitation Scheme was resuscitated early in the year on the understanding that the St. John Ambulance Brigade, the British Red Cross Society, and the \Vomen's Voluntary Services should undertake to try it out under the regis of the Ministry. It was decided to make a start in five counties, Bedfordshire, Hampshire, Northumberland, Suffolk, and Surrey being selected, and a good beginning has been made.

EMERGE rcy HELP A DAFTER-CARE.

Two new categories-Far East Prisoners of War and Polish ex-Service men-have been accepted by this Department. Plans were worked out in the course of the year to amalgamate the two departments, as the work runs on parallel lines, and Miss Muriel w,atson, who.was my Chief Staff Officer during the war, has be n appointed Drrect.or. MISS Watson has been largely responsible for the difficult and comphcat~d work ?f reorganizing these two Departments under one head, and ~he hIghest tnbutes have already been paid to her tact and kill. Bngade members have offered their services in increasing numbers as After-c.are and Emergency Help visitors, and many cases of xtreme hardshIp have been assisted both with financial aid and help in kind.

HOSPITAL CAR SERVICE .

In July, when the new Health Service came into force, the Hospital Car Service became the responsibility of the Local Authorities. However, in every County, except Nottinghamshire, the Brigade, the B.R.C.S., and the W.V .. were asked to continue as the agents operating the service.

H OSPITAL LIBRARY DEPARTMENT.

T~~ Hospita.l Library Department continues to expand, many addItIonal hospItals having asked for libraries during the year.

CO. FERENCES A D TRAINI TG COURSES .

The first Conference for Nursing Officers ever held took place, by the kind permission of the Order, at t. John's Gate, when some sixty Nursing Officers from all parts of England, Wales, and N. Ireland attended. The Senior Officers' Conference at Ashridge and also the County Officers' Course at High Leigh, Hoddesdon, were well attended by representatives of the nursing personnel. The training courses held in various counties have proved to be popular, and of great value. Mrs. Girouard and Miss Harrison spoke at the R egional Conference at R eading, and Lady Brecknock at that held in N. Ireland.

TRAINING SCHEME.

Of the 32 St. John trainees (8 men and 24 women) 11 have completed their training. SERVICE HOSPITALS WELFARE.

Work in connection with Service Hospitals Welfare continues as before. There are now 97 Welfare Officers, of whom 28 are Brigade members posted as follows : 5 in the Far East. 7 in the Middle East 1 in B.A.O.R.

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13 in the United Kingdom. 1 in Austria. 1 in Trieste.

In J~ne, Mrs. Girouard undertook a fortnight's tour in Germany, where she VISIted all the Service Hospitals in the British Zone to inspect the Welfare Officers; at the same time she was able to meet the V.A.D.s working in these hospitals. A we~k-end course was held in Bad Oysenhausen, during her visit, for Weltare Officers of the Service Hospitals Welfare Department.

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WITH GOVER MENT AND OTHER COMMITTEES.

Li~ison with Government Departments and other Committees continues. The mfluence of the \Vomen's Group on public welfare is extending, and we ar~ grateful. to ~o~een, Lady Brabourne, for acting as our representatIve. Publ~c OpInIOn has been directed to the need for old people's welf~re, and Bngade co-operation in this has increased, largely due to the In.terest and ent~usiasm of Miss M. Tuckwell, who is our representatIve on the NatIonal Old People's Welfare Committee.

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A8 Commanders (Brothers).

HONOURS. PROMOTIONS, ADMISSIONS, AND ATTACHMENTS. The following Promotions, Admissions, and Attachments, recommended by Chapter-General, and approved by H.R.H. The Grand Prior have been sanctioned by His Maj esty the Sovereign Head. '

As Bailiff Grand Cross.

Colonel The Earl of ~owis (from Knight of Justice). The Marquess of Cansbrooke, G.C.B., G.C.V.O. (from Knight of Justice).

As AS80ciate Bailiff Grand Cross.

H.M. The King of the Hellenes. H.M. The King of Denmark.

As Knights. B~gadier

Sir William Stewart Duke-Elder, K.C.V.O., M.D. , F.R.C.S. (from Officer) Excellency Mr. William John McKell. S~r George H enry Wilkinson, Bt. (from Commander). SIr Frederick Michael vVells. The Viscount Hampden , G.c.V.O., K.C.B ., C.M.G. The Earl Peel. Lieut.-Colonel The Viscount Mersey, P.C., c. l.G., C.B .E. (from Officer). H .E. The Lord Winster. ~IS

Captain William Sutherland Gulloch (from Officer). Lieut.-Colonel William Sydney Charles Copeman, O.B.E., M.D., F.R.C.P. (from Officer). David Bryce (from Officer). Major Eskricke Sidney Phillips, D.S.O. (from Officer). Major Nelson Rooke (from Officer). Surgeon Rear-Admiral Sir Henry Ellis Yeo White, K.C.V.O., O.B.E., M.D., F.R.C.S., ICH.S. Surgeon Rear-Admiral Clarence Edward Greeson, C.B., M.D ., K.H.P. Hugh King Ashby (from Officer). Charles Arthur Poole (from Officer). James Huey Hamill Pollock, C.M.G., O.B .E. (from Officer). Ernest Benjamin Brown, M.B.E. (from Officer). Sir Robert Abraham Burrows (from Officer). Brigadier-General Sir Godfrey Dean Rhodes, C.B., C.B.E., D.S. O. (from Officer).

C.B., Cantlie, Niel Lieut.-General M.C. Athro Charles Knight (from Officer). Sir Frank Hillyard ewnes, Bt. (from Officer). Lewis Gilmour Whyte (from Officer) . Reginald Plumer Walker (from Officer). Henry Weston ·W ells (from Officer). Major Richard Brian de Fontenne Sleeman, M.C. (from Officer). Cornelius Thompson, M.B. (from Officer). Major Eben Stuart Burt Hamilton, M.C., F.R.C.S. (from Officer). Lieut.-Colonel The Lord Luke. The Lord Sandford. Lieut.-General Sir Otto Lund, K.C.B., D.S.O. Brigadier Robert Alexander Hepple, C.B.E., M.C., M.B. Tristram de la Poer Beresford, K.C. Major Frederick Tucker Deatker, O.B.E. (from Officer). Sir Arthur William Henry Dean, C.I.E., lIl.C. (from Officer).

As Associate Commanders (Brothers).

Sir Robert ,"\faley Cohen, K.B.E. Gainanan Sunderrao Kothare (from Associate Officer) . Khan Bahadur Abdul H.amid, M.B.E., l'v~.B., D.P.H. (from AssocIate Officer). Major-General mar ath S~arma, M.B., D.P.II ., 1. 1.S. (from AssocIate Officer). Prabodh Chandra Roy, M.B . (from Associate Officer).

Zal Minocheher Contractor (from Associate Officer). Kamalakar Chin taman Bakhle (from Associate Officer). Khan Bahadur Captain Sorab Rustomji Mody (from Associate Serving B the) ro r.: . Colonel BIJItendra Basu, C.B.E.

As Commanders (Sisters). A8 AS80ciate Knight8.

The Rt. Hon. Sir Lionel Leonard Cohen, P.C. .J The Marquess of Reading, C.B.E., M.C., K.C. The Lord Rothschild, G.M. S~rdc:r Bahadur Balwant Singh Puri, C.LE., O.B.E. (from Associate Commander). JIvraJ N. Mehta, M.D., M.R.C.P. Major-General Kekhasru Sorabji Master, M.C., K.H.P.

As Dames.

Letitia Lily Ann L~them, Miss Overend (from Commander). RaJkumari Amrit Kaur.

As Chaplain8.

The Rt. Rev. Cecil Douglas Horsley. The Very Rev. Alan Campbell Don. The Rt. Rev. Mervyn George Haigh.

Hilda Marie, Miss Smith, A.R.R.C. (from Officer). The Lady \Vinster. Isabel Leslie, Lady Tennant (from Officer). Isabel Elmslie, Lady Hutton, C.B.E., M.D. (from Officer). As Officers (Brothers).

David Thomas Sinnett (from Serving Brother). Joseph Dann (from Serving Brother). J ames Henry Tippett (from Serving Brother). Cecil Hibbert, 1.0., F.R.C.S.E. (from Serving Brother). John William Stobbs (from Serving Brother). Arthur William Drew (from Serving Brother). Ninian Campbell-Johnston. Lieut.-Colonel William Alexander Lopez, M.C. Captain Doric Bossom. Major Clive Bossom.

William Richard Semken . Douglas Everard Goldsworthy. John Dougall Ingram, M.D. Robert George Selby, M.B. Ernest \Vhiteley. Colonel Sir Myers Wayman, O.B.E. Ralph Edgar Perring. Frank Horace Seymour Rouse, O.B.E. Frank William Law, F.R.C.S. Colonel Maurice Browne, M.C. Sir Geoffrey Pownall Burton, K.C.S.I., ICC.I.E. The Viscount Gort, M.C. The Earl Beauchamp. Lieut.-Colonel Herbert Vernon Stanley. Brigadier Gerald Esmond MacAlevey.

REPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GE ERAL.

Colonel Robert Richards Leaning. Ernest Kenneth Macdonald, O.B.E., M.D.) D.P.H.

Frank Leonard Bunn, O.B.E. The Earl of Derby. Edward Ridley Hooper. Surgeon Captain William John Colborne, F.R.C.S., R.N. Surgeon Captain Frederick George Hunt, M.B., R.N. John Hanks Day, 1.B.E. (from Serving Brother). John Newth (from Serving Brother). Philip Sidney Blunden (from Serving Brother). William Victor Moore Allen, (from Serving Brother). Percy John Morris (from Serving Brother). John Lawrence Johnston, M.B. (from Serving Brother). Austin Fielding (from Serving Brother) . Harry Scholefield, M.B. (from Serving Brother). George vVilliam Hughes Townsend, M.B. Stanley Edward "\Vilkins. Maurice Stapleton Barker. Colonel Arnold Irwin, D.S.O., O.B.E., T.D. Major Count Peter, Francis de Salis (Liaison Officer). The Hon. John Christopher de Vere Loder Captain Dominick Moore Sarsfield. John l\IcCall Wollaston. John Cecil Nicholson "\iVakeley. David "\Villiam Shenton. Major Arthur Edward Raleigh Chichester. George Allen Fenn Hally. Arthur Noel Mobbs, O.B.E. Ivor Hamilton Beattie, L.M.S.S.A. (from Serving Brother). Frederick Albert Trott (from Serving Brother). Colonel Malcolm MacEwan, D.S.O., O.B.E ., D.F.C.,T.D.,M.B., (from Serving Brother) . Hubert Hartley Halliday (from Serving Brother). Albert Frederick \iVhetton (from Serving Brother). Arthur Peel (from Serving Brother). Lieut.-Colonel Douglas William Cowley Gawne, M.D., F.R.C.S., R.A.M.C. Arthur Francis Watts, M.B.E. Major-General Stewart Gordon Loch, C.B., C.S.I., D.S.O. William Peter icolle. Francis John Ahier. Roland Ingham Hyder, M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P. Major Thomas Dermot Wyon Fryer, M.B., M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P. George Alexander Macdonald, M.B. The Hon. Julian Thurston HollandHibbert. He nry Kendall, O.B.E.

Sir Philip Allan Warter. Lieutenant Bruce Evan Spicer, R.N. Major The l\Iarquess Douro, M.C. Major Thomas Clyde. The Hon. Morys George Lyndhurst Bruce. David Anthony Cantrill Price. Reginald Isbister Gardner (from Serving Brother). Colonel Geoffrey George Hargreaves Bolton, M.B.E., M.C. (from erving Brother). Reuben John Hawley, M.C. (from Serving Brother). John Theodore vVhitley, O.B.E., 1I1.B. (from Serving Brother). 'W illiam Henry Hall (from Serving Brother). Joseph Edward Fox (from Serving Brother). William Stewart Smith (from Serving Brother). Charles Smith (from Serving Brother). John Edward Helme (from Serving Brother). Reginald Loft Gulliver (from Serving Brother). Frederick George Porter (from erving Brother). Eli Lakin (from Serving Brother). Charles Frederick Peddie (from Serving Brother). Nicholas Robert Turnbull (from Serving Brother). Lieut.-Colonel The Lord Belstead, D.L. Duncan vVilliam 1acIntosh, O.B.E. Ivan Bernard Trevor, M.C. Edgar James Prichard, O.B.E. The Ilon. David Loder. Brigadier Francis Albert Eley Crew, M.D. Eric 'William Lonsdale-vVhite, :'>1. B. Captain Samuel Amery ield-Faulkner, L.R.C.17. & s. Herbert Michael Ayres, M.R .C.S. , L.R.C .P. Anthony Tabone, M.D. Brigadier Arnold Guy Harsant. Lieut.-Colonel William orman Stuart Donaldson. Lieut.-Colonel Donald Matheson. Major John Charles Farmer. Colonel "\iVilliam Walford Salisbury Sharpe. Major Walter Barnes. Brigadier George James Villiers Crosbv. Major Philip Gwynne Travis Walker. Major Leonard Speight, O.B.E. Captain Sir George James Robertson Cooper, M.C. Major Stephen Mitchell. James Johnstone Gracie. Major Thomas Alexander Page. Alfred William Azzopardi, M.D. Professor Philip Farrugia, M.D. William Hood, O.B.E. William FitzGerald Hervey.

R EPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GENERAL.

A s Associ a t e Offi cer s (Brothers).

Kattucarany Chinniah Dorai Swamy (from Associate Serving Brother). Louk Choon Foung (from Associate Serving Brother). U Maung Iaung (from Associate Serving Brother). Lieut.-Colonel Diwan Pitamber Nath, I M S (from Associate Serving M.B., . . . Brother). Captain lilian Bahadur Nowroji Jamshedji Vazifdar, M.B.E., L.M. & s. (from Associate Serving Brother). Kamalakar Chintaman Bakhle.

Lieut.-Colonel Gopal Das Malhou tra, O.B.E., M.B., M.R.C.?:, 1.M.S. Ramrao. Dhar,:map Khade (from Assocla te Se~.lllg Brother.) Ganpatrao Sh.IvJee V~zkar, L.M. & s . (from ASSOCIate .?ervmg Brother) .. Gyan Swarup VIJOy (from ASSOCIate Serving Brother). Lieut.-Colonel Balkrishna Kesh eo Sheorey. Brij Mohan Jolly. Rai Bahadur Captain Kananbehari Sen Roy, M.B.

As Officers (S is ters) .

Annie, Miss Addy (from Serving Sister). Jane Hannah, Irs. Umpleby (from Serving Sister). Averill Doris, Miss Eills, M.B.E. Mary Louise, Mrs. Royle. Margaret Isobel, Mrs. Kirkup. The Viscountess Leverhulme. Anne 1\1argaret, lIIrs. Bryans, C.B.E. Vera Francis Ethel, Mrs. Raymond. Eleanor, 1\1rs. Paling (from Serving Sister). Jane Benvie, Mrs. V\Tilliams (from Serving Sister). . Ethel Mary, Miss Savory (from Servmg Sister) . Rebecca Sidwell, 1\1iss Greaves (from Serving Sister). Barbara laud Hyla, I\liss Greves (from Serving Sister). Freda Dorothy, Lady \Vilkinson. Eirene Yyvienne, Mrs. Buchanan, :'>l.B.E. Synolda Joan I\Iargaret, 1iss 1unroSpencer. 1\1ay, 1\1iss Laidler. Geraldine May Russell, Miss Allen. Kathleen Marilla, Miss Birkett, M.B.E. Martha Annie Beatrice, Miss Sutherland (from Serving Sister). Ida l\lary, 1\1iss Sutcliffe (from Serving Sister).

J essie, Miss Eccles (from Serving Sister) . Margery Rachel, Miss Moore (from Serving Sister). . Hannah, Miss Braithwaite (from Servmg Sister). . Edith, lVIiss Wolstencroft (from Servmg Sister). . Doris Lindsay, Miss Cuff (from Servmg Sister). Dora Elizabeth, Mrs. \iVheeler, M.B. (from Serving Sister). Elizabeth, l\1rs. Smellie (from Serving Sister) . Minnie Jemima Charlotte, Mrs. Rogers (from Serving Sister). Olga Mary, Mrs. Geldard (from Serving Sister) . Flora Kathleen, l\Iiss "\iVood (from Serving Sister). Alison Farie, Lady Blood. Gladys Olive, Lady Stronge, O.B.E. Ida, ~lrs. Copeland. l\lary Emily, Mrs. Birley, C.B.E. Daisy Mary Edith, Miss Sparkes. Flora Cicely, ::'lrs. Burton. Ragnhild, Lady Campbell. Lavender Mary, Mrs. Vospe r (from Serving Sister). Dorothy Grace, Mrs. Howard.

As Associate Officer ( Sister ).

Dr. Chit J in. As Serving B r other s.

Bertram Baden, M.C. Philip Newman Grinling, M.B . Thomas Badger Jones. Walter Sidney Warren. Alfred Leslie Morris. Elliott Fraser Brown, M.B., M.R.C.S. Albert James Brown. Ernest James Stanton. J ohn Gresty Billington, M.R.C.S., L.R.C .P. Frederick George Oliver. K eith Alistair Boughton-Thomas, M.B.

Joseph Guy Shephard. Robert Rodger, M.B. Douglas James Ault. Walter Charles Bryant. Edward Arthur Parish, B.E.M. Percival Frederick Jones. Samuel Isherwood. "William Richard Clucas . William Vincent Sheppard. George William Wells. Cecil Franks.

REPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GENERAL.

REpORT OF THE CHAPTER-GENERAL.

Walter Thomas Glass. William Albert Miles. Charles William Taylor. James Shanks Laurie, M.B. Reginald Manson Hill, M.D., F.R.C.S. J obn vVycliffe Desmond. George Gillanders, M.B.E. (Jun.). The Rev. Thomas Salomon son Dawson (Assistan t-Chaplain). James Gerald Fayrer Hosken, M.R.C.S., M.R.C.P., D.P.H.

Major Ernest Samuel Fuzzard. Major George Sidney Griffin, M.B.E. Ed ward Fletcher Hall. Matthew John House. James Wilson. William Riley Stout. Charles Edward l\Ianning. Alfred James Gee Coulshed. Ernest Thomas Kemp. Richard Pycroft White. Stanley Charles Opie. William Edward Lambourn, M.B.E., M.M. Clifford Ernest George Brownette. George Harold Drakett. Fred Stones. Thomas Thompson Hay. Norman Arthur Allport. Surgeon Lieutenant-Commander William Sloan l\Iiller, M.B., R.N. Francis John Edward \Villis. Richard Edward l\Iontague Pilcher, F.R.C.S.

Frank William Monk. Surgeon Commander Christopher Noble Holton Joynt, M.B., R.N. Noel Rowland Hutchinson Holmes, M.B. Sydney Lawrence, M.B.E. Captain Walter Reuben Lines, M.V.O. George Horsnall. Albert James Sims. William Pearson. Percy Fletcher. Arth-ur Cottam. Ralph Vincent Rogerson. George Parr. Albert Ernest Payne. Henry J ohoson Buchanan. William Sunshine. Frederick George Want. Edward Victor Tranfield. William Wilfred James Lawson, M.B. Frederick John vValters. Walter Hughes. George Eric Billington. Robert Burgoyne. Alexander Macinnes, M.B. John Tiplady. Frank Barnett. Edwin Walter Hughes. Henry Charles Wray. J ames Stephen Bates. William Seaton. Henry James Denford.

Humphrey Ingilby Marriner,

F.R.C.S.ED.,

L.R.C.P.

John Vernon Tollington, M.B. Frederick Dowell. J ames Maurice Jones. John Harry Chapman. Henry Joseph Godfrey. Henry Charles Webb. Francis George V/alker. Percy Dover. John William O'Brien. Arthur William Hackett. William Henry Cawley. Robert Hewitt. James Ro bert Agar. vVilliam Mackie Walker. James Hunter. Alec Swanson Hitchcock. Captain Frederick Benjamin Cornelius, M.C.

Edward Gilbert Archer. Joseph Edward Williams. John William Robertshaw. Edgar vVilliam George orton. Robert John Webb. Charles Henry Harding. Ernest Robert l\Iartin. Alexander l\IcDonald Bain. Reginald Albert Robinson Cheese. John Walter Scott. Ernest Holland. John William Proctor. Da vid Scott, M. M. J ames Henry Tarling. Herbert William l\Ioulton. Ernest George Tann. Arthur Stephens. Charles Barrowcliffe. William Cook. James Albert Russell. Charles Bennett. Maurice William Hood. Robert John Charles Elliott. Elchi Sorabjee, M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P. Percy Charles Stanton. Oliver William Cromwell. Stephen John Perkins. Ronald Ivan White. Charles Henry Thomas Stovell. George Leader Simmonds. Herbert Gordon l\Iale. Walter Edward Dennis. George William Caswell. James Llewellyn Roberts. Kenneth Hewit Mooring Aldridge. Cecil George Bath. Captain Colin Knox Muspratt. Edwin Stone. Henry Nathaniel Smith. Frederick Harbot. George Kirkham. Robert Owen Edward Walter. Daniel Charles Bensted. Herbert Edward Chaplin.

Robert Alexander Simpson, M.B. Horace Middleton. Herbert Arthur Steel. Harry Fenwick Moore. Herbert Arthur Nichols. John Wanliss. John Wilfred Goodwin. Thomas Firth, B . E.M. Rupert Bannatyne Hick, M.R.C.S. George Robert Taylor. Edward James Dodd. John William Hewitt. Albert Henry Avent. George William Hatton. George Johnson. Sydney Holmes. John William Foulds. Henry Robert Stead. Walter Wilson Thornton. John Griffiths Torgan, l\l.R.C.S., L.R.C.P. William Stephenson Cotton. Thomas Henrv \Valker. Aldwyn Blyton. Charles Hubert Adolphus Strange. Lionel Wilson Bradshaw, L.R.C.P. & s. John William Sutton. Alfred Edward Edwards, O.B.E., M.C., Walter Frederick Keene. M.M. Hubert Bolton. Arthur Ronald Miller. John Raymond Gallie . \Villiam Shivas Coutts, M.B. Frederick William Nash. Captain Frank Ritchie Wilson, M.D., James vVilfred Robinson. R.A.M . C. Thomas Armstrong. Francis Geyton Jones. Arthur Henry Stevens. John Rowland Avery. Henry Garth, O.B.E. David Davies. John Kay Horn. Horace Julyan Perry. Thomas Isherwood . Colonel George Thomson, D.S.O., M.C. William \Vhelan. Fred Bennett. William Parkinson. Alfred Vvashington Ewing, M. B., M.R.C.S. Joseph Clayton. George Ernest Sawdon, l\LB . Alexander Cartmell. \Villiam Ashby Hudson. Joseph V\' ilkes. Thomas Carte-r. William Dykes. Fred Greaves, v.c. _ orman ,\rat.son. John Edward Rodgers. Robert Ralphs. John Orr. J oseph Henry :'IIills. Joseph Henry Jefferson. Stephen Dimitresco. Herbert Calvert. George Kilpatrick \rthur, l.R.C.S . , George Imeson. L.R . C.P . Benjamin Powell. Joseph Needham \Vells. \iVilliam Dearden. John Francis Edward Burns, L.R.C.P. & Arthur James Murnaghan. S.E. l\Iajor Fred \Vinder. William Joseph Collins, l\1.B. Joseph Wild. Charles Edward l\Iathieson, \I.B. l\Iajor Thomas Edward Spencer, M.B.E. James \Vin ter. Frederick George Latchem. John Elson. Richard \,Tilliam Elines . Reginald Cyril Beckett. Edgar Charles Barnes. Surgeon Captain Vincent Francis \Valsh, Edward Thomas Garrard . L.R.C.P. & S., R.N. \Villiam Charles Pryke. Tiruvilingam Sasthasivam, M.B.E. Lieut.-Colonel Oswald Lucas Appleton, Squadron-Leader Ian Grant Gibson T.D., L.R.C.P. & S., R.A.M.C. Edgar. Reginald Williamson. Arthur Martin. Frank Furnis J ulyan. Robert John Fitzmaurice. Forbes Robertson Mutch, l\I.B . Brigadier Frederick Henry Miller. \Villiam Peters. The Rev. Edgar \Villiam Salomone George "William Simpson. (Assistant-Chaplain) . \Villiam Henry Fisher. Major Walter Lewis Bonello. Jorman \Vilson, M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P. Dr. Homer Theodoulou Haji Dimitriou . Reginald Ernest Warrell. Theophilus Amin Halil Mogabgab, M.B.E . Arthur Harry Richard Young. Geoffrey William Stiffin. James Woodley. Edward Aubrey Hastings Jay, O.B.E. William Beck. George Guthrie Moir. Thomas Duncan Thorne, M.B. James Anderson. David Plews. John Home. George Edwin Huyton. Thomas William Miller. Herbert Mansey. Arthur Torr. Frederick Herbert King. John Buckley.

28 Horatio

REPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GE ERAL.

Franklin

Sparling,

M .B.E.,

L.M.S .S.A.

Alpha Knight. Victor Stanley Birch. John Marshall Hain, M.B. Major Malcolm James Bett, Mark Bogg. Joe Parker. George Wadsworth. Herbert Edward Mosley. Tom Edgar.

M.D.

REPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GENERAL.

Captain James Laurence Johns. William Edward Griffiths. Reginald Arthur Abbiss. Joseph Edward Axisa, O.B.E. Carmel Maria Saliba. Dr. Victor Chan Fook Tet. Joseph Pereira, M.B. Dr. Frederick George Percival, O.B.E. Cyril Preonath James. Louis Marshal Pinto.

As Associate Serving Brothers.

Simon Walters. Mehmed Aziz, M.B.E. Dr. Choong Ka Khet. Dr. U. Aye Pe. Tsau Un Kvi. Mohamed Naina Maricar Tin).

Than

Amy Pestonji, Miss Seervai. Lavender Mary, Mrs. Vosper. Kathleen, Mrs. Furley. Winifred Sorab, Mrs. Mody. Eveline, Mrs. Rowland-Jones.

Mabel Miss Denton. Lillia~ Annie, Mrs. Fenwick. Louie Miss Pickard. Beatrice Anne Hester, Miss Blyth. Elizabeth Miss Steele. farjorie Carnsew, Dr. (Miss) Chappel.

A s A ssociate Serving Sister.

Zinna C., Miss Munshi. PRIORY FOR SCOTLAND.

Amrit Nath, M.B. Framroze Rustomjee l\Ieherjee. aWToji Dorabji Umrigar. Erachshaw Mancherjee Kapadia. Ashwani Kumar l\lukerji. Subbia Rengaraj. Bhaskar Manilal Setalvad.

As Knight.

Sir \Villiam Johnston Thomson (from Commander). As Dame.

The Countess of Lindsay (from Commander). As Commanders (Brothers).

As Serving Sisters.

Henrietta Dorothy, Miss Hilliard. Amy Kate, Miss Corderoy. Dorothy Ellen, Miss Foster. Gwendolen Beatrice, Miss Batchelor. Pamelia, :Mrs. Mitchell. Lucy Hilda, Miss Brooksbank. Catherine Elizabeth Leslie, Miss Smith. Bertha, Mrs. Aidney. Helen Christabel, Miss Vaudrey. Winifred Annie, 1\1iss Lamb. Elizabeth, Mrs. Horsburgh. Annette Gillies Turnbull, Dr. Anderson. Diana Chubb, Mrs. Nicol. Marian, Dr. Maxwell Reekie. Betty, Mrs. Bradley. Edith, Mrs. Bright. Hettie May, Miss Perrett. Mabel Frances Helen, Mrs. Purkiss. Frances, Miss Ingram. Lilian, Mrs. Whittaker. Margaret, Miss O'Donnell. Edith Gertrude, Miss Creswell. Christine Mary, Miss Sheryer. Martha, Mrs. Whiting. Emily Mildred, Miss Hoad. Mary, Mrs. Hammond. Elizabeth Ann, Mrs. Wilson. Olive, Miss Addison. Edith Mary, Miss Shaw. Annie, Mrs. Slater. Winifred Emma Louisa, Miss Thompson. Emma, Mrs. Hunter. Mary, Miss Reade, M.B.E. Harriet Sissie, Miss Neighbour. Eva, Mrs. Day. Frances Annie, Mrs. Phypers. Lydia, Miss Lee. Phyllis May, Mrs. Darling. Edith Cecily, Miss Evans. Iris Irene, Mrs. Macvie.

Audrey BruneI Horsley, Irs. Hobson. Helen Louise, Mrs. Clarke. Georgette, 1\1rs. Boustany. Harriet Jessie, Miss Radford. Cecile Joyce, Miss Ensor, M . B.E. Phyllis, Mrs. Burns, M . B. Amy, Mrs. Parkin. Eileen Isobel, 1\1rs. Buchanan. Irene Selina, Mrs. l\Iuller. Evelyn, l\Irs. Abela. Adelaide Catherine, Mrs . l\Iontanaro. Marguerite Pauline fary, 1\1iss BIoun L,

Colonel Sir Harold Paton Mitchell, Bt. Francis Somerville Cameron CameronHead (from Officer).

William James Moore (from Officer) Professor John Duncan Mackie, C.B.E., M.C . (from Officer).

As Officer (Brother).

Norman Grenville Walshe Davidson,

C.B.E., F.R.C.S.

As Officers (Sisters).

Nesta Gray, Miss Hamilton (from Serving Sister). Doris Ella Ligonier, Miss Balfour.

M.B.E.

Dorothy Mary, Miss Gore Browne, Lily, Mrs. Boys, M.B . E. l\faie Edgar, Miss Halliday. Hannah, Mrs. Rodd . l\Iargaret Annie, Miss Hawdon . Frances) Mrs. Spedding. Annie, Miss Salmon. Ethel Winifred, Miss Deale)'. Dora Frances, Miss Hatfield. Margaret Jane, Mrs. Mills. Violet Madeline, Miss Blaber. Annie, Miss Driver. Florence Matilda, Mrs. Lees. Constance, Mrs. Riddell. Rita Mary, Mrs. Dewse. Joyce Beatrix, Miss Tomkinson. Mavis Evelyn, Mrs. Delaney. l\Iary Elizabeth, Mrs. Rolston,

R . R.C.

As Serving Brothers.

The Rev. Alexander Douglas Fraser. Captain Alexander Ferguson Dick Jamieson (from Temporary erving Brother).

Albe.rt Arthu~ Fitzgerald Peel. Wilham Jamieson.

As Serving Sisters.

Isabelle ~ei~, Miss G.raham. Jean AItchIson, MISS Dawson (Temporary).

Winifred Muriel, Mrs. Harrower. Catherine Elizabeth, Mrs. Ross. Nancy Bowie, Mrs. Dickie.

PRIORY FOR WALES. As Knight. M .B .,

Christopher Armstrong,

M.B.

(from Commander).

M.R.C.S.

Kate, Mrs. Kirkley. Lilian Alexandra, Mrs. Rose. Ethel Kate, Miss Clinker. Eva Kathleen, Mrs. Wilby. Elizabeth Hannah, Mrs. Gregson. Annie, Mrs. Atkinson. Annie, Miss Lightowler. Emma, Mrs. Byford.

As Commanders (Brothers).

Captain Geoffrey Cartland Hugh Crawshay (from Officer). Captain Alfred Thomas Neale Evans, O.B.E., (from Officer). Colonel William Talbot Woods, D.S.O., M.C. (from Officer). As Commander (Sister).

Henrietta Margaret, Lady Davies.

REPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GENERAL. As Officers (Brothers).

John Alban Davies, L.S .A ., L.M.S.S.A. (from Serving Brother). Major Arthur Henry George Field, M.B.E. (from Serving Brother). Charles Leonard Higgs (from Serving Brother). John Powell Jones Jenkins, O . B.E., T.D ., M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P. (from Serving Brother). Arthur vValter Sidney J ones (from Serving Brother). Ernald Hugh Jones (from Serving Brother). Alfred Poole (from Serving Brother).

Lieut.-Colonel Sir Rhys Llewellyn, Bt. (from Serving Brother). Robert Iltyd Nicholl (from Serving Brother). ·W illiam John Townsend Collins. Travis Harnpson, M.C., M.B. George Henry Hoare. Colonel Laurence Hugh lIiggon, M.e. \Villiam Morgan Llewellyn. Rhys Paton, !II.R.C.S., L.R.C.P. Professor -William Rees. Alfred William John vVells. David Cecil Williams.

As Officers ( isters). E~izab~th ~n?-,

As Serving Brothers.

William Perry. Albert Edward Roberts. Dr. Donald Sinclair Smith. Harry Victor Taylor. Arthur Charles Thompson. James Timperley.

Colonel Robert William Allan. Edwin John Bebington. George Allan Dalton. Harold Addington Gregorowski. Louis Franryois Ie Grange. Cecil John Rhodes Nicholls.

As Associate Serving Brother.

Dr. Ernest Alired Leviseur. As Serving Sisters.

Nicolette Jacoba van Warmelo, Mrs. Bairns father. Margaret Ellen, Miss Chalker. Molly Bruce, Mrs. Eales.

Rosabelle Anne Mordue, Mrs . Forbes. Agnes Madge, Miss Greenacre. Ella Marguerite, Miss Luthje.

Miss Gravenor (from Serving Sister). Vlet.ona vVmIfred, Miss Rees (from Serving Sister). Sybll Constance, Miss Bovill.

PRIORY IN CANADA.

As Serving Brothers.

Henry Eugene Sellers (from Commander). John Campbell Bowen. The Hon. John Alexander Douglas McCurdy.

Albert Ivor Cresswell. John Griffith Davies. David Joseph John. Thomas Jones, M.B. Thomas John Jones. Emrys Lewis. Frederick John Rees, M.R.C.S., John Frederick Scales,

L.R.C.P. L.R .C.P. I.,

L . R.C.S.I.

Vivian Smith.

Evan Richard Thomas . Melbourne Thomas. ·William Henrv Thomas. William J ohn- Thomas. Thomas John Tranter. William Watkins. Robert David ·W illiams. vVilliam Daniel William. William Thomas Harvie-Harris

As Associate Serving Brother.

Joseph Shibko,

REPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GENERAL.

As Knights.

As Dame.

Margaret Ellen, Miss Douglass,

M.D.

(from Commander).

As Commanders (Bro thers).

Colonel Charles Paul Gaboury, O.B.E., M.D. (from Officer). Lieut.-Colonel Joseph Darley Le Moyne (from Officer). John James Vaughan (from Officer).

Charles Luther Burton, C.B.E. The Hon. Chief Justice Wendall Burpee Farris. Frederick Johnson.

M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P.

As Officers (Brothers). As Serving Sisters-:

Elizabeth Ann, Mrs. Coles. Sylvia Maud Tasker, Mrs. John,

M.B.,

M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P.

Ethel May, Mrs. Pearce. Sybil Jane, Mrs. Thomas. Florence Beatrice, Mrs. vVoodward.

John Cook (from Serving Brother). Hugh Roy Mustard, M.D. (from Serving Brother). Samuel Edgar Turner (from Serving Brother).

Donald Forbes Angus. Lieut.-Colonel Erskine Buchanan, K.C.

Brock

Quirin

As Officer (Sister).

Caro Eileen Marjorie, Mrs. Pemberton (from Serving Sister). PRIORY IN SOUTHERN AFRICA. As Serving Brothers. As Commanders (Brothers).

Col?nel Ernest John Hamlin (from Officer). Major Ernest Henry Honeywill (from Officer). Alpheus Gardner Williams (from Officer). As Officers (Brothers) .

John Alfred Rycroft (from Serving Brother). Arthur Herbert Smith O.B.E. (from Serving Brother). '

AIJ:>ert .Tille):' (from Serving Brother) . Bngadler Willem Hendrik du Plessis. Robert Dalziel Williams.

Robert David Adams. Wilfred Edwin Akenhead. Howard Stuart Bergin. Lieut.-Colonel Kai Samsoe Bjorn, O.B.E. Major Sydney Henry Blake. John Bolderson. Dr. Geoffrey Ronald Bourne. Frederick John Boyes. Lieut.-Colonel Phillippe Angus Costin. Thomas Campbell. William Harold Chamberlain.

The Rev. Canon Wilfred John Clarke (Assistant-Chaplain) . J ohn Davidson Cran. Frederic Walter Bentinck Dejean. William Dunsmuir. Da vid Dyson. Frederick Elder. George Duncan Geddes. Dr. Frederick vVilliam Gershaw. George Albert Gibson. Colonel Paul Grenier.

REPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GENERAL REPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GENERAL.

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.

J ames Richard Potter. Henry Christoffers Powell, M.D. John Marshall Rennie. Duncan Robertson. Georges Saine, M.D. John Harvey Stokes. Herbert Milton Shepherd Tait, M.D. 'William Mackenzie Thompson. Andrew Mowat 'iVhisker. Lieut.-Colonel Edgar Joseph Young.

As Serving Sisters. Marian O'Connor, Mrs. Beatty. Mystic Hanson, Miss Kempffer. Fannie, Miss Black. Ruby Jane Penfold, :Mrs. Lawrence. Hilda Lillian, Miss Carp en ter. Angela Margaret, Mrs. Lesso. Ina Laura, Miss Cobleigh. Marguerite, Miss MacLean, R.R.C. J essie Marguerite, Miss Dixon. Lilian Edith, 1iss Maskell. Winifred Mary Hartley, Miss Dixon. Katherine 'Vark, Mrs. 11oir. Elvira Jane, Mrs. Douglas. Freda, Miss Oberdan. Hannah, :Mrs. Downer. Mary Florence, Miss Percival. Bessie Mae, Mrs. Hadlow. Annie Louisa, Mrs. Reynolds. Ethel Graham, Mrs. Hammatt. Ada Alberta Elizabeth, Miss Toffey. Donalda Kennedy, Mrs. Hay. Mildred Allen, 1\Irs. Transue. Florence Ada, 1\Irs. Hutchinson. Marjorie Mary, Mrs. Woodill. Ruth Augusta, Mrs. Jamieson. Aileen Elizabeth Adele, Irs. Gibbs. PRIORY OF THE AUSTRALIAN CO~IMONWEALTH.

As Commander (Brother) . Clement Armour Verco, l\J.B. (from Officer). As Officers (Brothers) . Colonel Alexander Christie, l\I.B.E. (from Robert 'Wallace (from Serving Brother). Serving Brother). Lieut.-Colonel Hedley Francis Summons, Arthur John Stanley Meyers (from l\I.B.E., l\!.B. (from 'erving Brother). Serving Brother). Lieut.-Colonel Geoffrey ewman ~Iorris Alan Ray Heath (from Serving Brother). l\I.B., F.R.C.S. Stanley Symons (from Serving Brother). Major tharles Douglas Donald, l\1.B. Frederick Neighbour Simpson (from Serving Brother). As Officer (Sister) . Emily, Mrs. Faulkner.

M.B.

Louis McArthur Le Breton. Captain Francis Edison Barclay, Leslie James Carrington. Thomas Neale Matterson. Olive Isabel, Mrs. Ring. Edna Mary, Miss Shaw. Isobel Mary, Miss Green. Amelia Frances, Miss Field.

M.B.

Brothers. Walter Sterling. Harold John James Boyd. Thomas Albert Flowerday. Goronwy Owens. Andrew Douglass Young. Thomas Poole. Arthur Parkinson, M.B. Edward Waterfield Hayward .

As Serving Sisters. Hilda, Miss Book. Mildred Ada, Miss Corry. Ellice Ettie Peden, Mrs. Dart,

Sir Arthur William Henry Dean, William David Mabon Abraham. Therese Lucia, Mrs. Gollcher.

C.LE., M.C.

DONAT'S BADGE IN BRONZE. Mary L., Mrs. Nivison Cross.

VOTES OF THANKS ON VELLUM . The thanks of the Grand Prior and the Chapter-General engrossed on vellum have been awarded to the following as an acknowled&,ment of their distinguished services to the Ambulance Department and m otherwise carrying out the objects of the Order : Robert C. Day. William Robert Beckwith. Robert Charles Hill. J ames Dunning Bate. Frank W. \V. l\Ieredith. Francis Thomas Davis. Thomas William Pardoe. Tristram de la Poer Beresford, K.C. Sir Findlater Stewart, G.C.B., G.C.S.I., C.LE.

As Knights. The Hon. Sir John Mellis Napier, K.C.M.G. (from Commander). Charles Emest Cameron Wilson, M.B. (from Commander).

As Serving Major Aubrey Francis Seymour. Theodore Nicholas. Edmund Charles Goff. Captain John Baldwin Walters Meredith,

SERVICE MEDAL. In recognition of outstanding and devote?-- service to the Order, the Service Medal has been awarded to the followmg : -

Sir Harold Spencer Morris, K.C. William Robert Lloyd. Ruth Isobel, Mrs. Parr. Florence, Miss Hall. Gertrude L., Miss Dainty. Beatrice \V., Mrs. Freeman. Cyril Frank Burdon. Harry Bickford French. !\Irs. Meira Bryn Hughes. Albert Edgar Lovesy. Charles J esse Rawles. Gwilym Fi. \Villiams, J.P. Thomas Charles Augustus Hodson. Irs. Brenda May Matthewson.

Alice Mary, 1\Irs. Swart. 1 orah Frances, 1\1iss Meldrum. Lulu, Mrs. Bender. Irene, Mrs. Peacock. Elsie, Mrs. Groves. Jack Stanley Knight. Elizabeth Ann, 1\1rs. Morris. orman Heigham. Sheila, Lady Crawshaw. John C. J. Fielding. George Thompson. 'William Senior Atkinson. Lydia May, Mrs. Inch. Naphtali H. Floyd. Roland Charlsworth. Marion Isabel, 1iss Partridge. Philip Daniel Partridge. Christina, Mrs. Thompson. Addie Rose Langrick, Miss Taylor. The St. John Ambulance Association in Malta. The St. John Ambulance Brigade in Malta.

LIFE-SAVING AWARDS. Awards for gallantry in saving or attempting to save life have been made by the Chapter-General to the following persons who endangered their own lives on behalf of their fellows : AWARDED THE LIFE-SAVING MEDAL I

SILVER.

Native Maskew Koalane.

M.B.

On the evening of 31st May, 1946, the above-named member of the South African Police, who was off duty, was standing on the platform of the Roodepoort Railway Station, Transvaal. He observed another member of the South African Police fall on to tloe railway line while pushing his pedal bicycle across the railway tracks in front of an oncoming train. Native Constable Maskew Koalane, without thought of the possible consequences of his act, flashed on the railway track and endeavoured to pull Native Detective Constable Michael Radebe clear. He was unsuccessful and both were struck by the oncoming engine and knocked clear of the line. ative Detective Constable Radebe died the following day from injuries received, and ative Constable Maskew Koalane sustained major contusion of the brain and was detained in hospital.

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A'IVARDED THE LIFE-SAVING MEDAL IN BRO ZE. Edward William Drysdale. l\1r. Drysdale saved the youngest daughter of 1\Ir. and Mrs. de Lange from death by his daring action at] ohannesburg Railway Station. An electric train was entering the station when the child fell on the rails 50 feet in front of it. Ir. Drysdale jumped after the child, seized ber in his arms and rolled between the rails and the platform. The train pulled up 15 feet past them but both were uninjured. After handing the child to her parents l\Ir. Drysdale disappeared in the crowd, but fortunately his name was given to the father of the child by some witnesses.

Profulla Kumar Bose. During the communal disturbances in Calcutta, an appeal was received by the Master of the Mint that Bikramjit Tewari was trapped in a predominantly Iuslim area which was in a state of considerable disturbance, and was in danger of his life. l\Ir. Bose was approached and volunteered to attempt the rescue. He proceeded to the street in question but was turned back by heavy flre from rioters. He then made contact with the military and, taking a truck ",ith an escort, he agaIn entered the street. He reached the hou e, which was locked and with all shutters closed, antI it took a long time to attract the attention of the occupants. \Yhile he was dOll1g this he saw a man leave a house a few hundred yards down the road and make towards the military van. The man was set on by a number of miscreants, who stabbed him and left him lying on the road seriously wounded. 1\lr. Bose requested the truck to pick up the man while he himself continued his attempts to attract attention. As soon as he was left alone he was set on by a number of armed miscreants, but managed to evade them and make toward the truck. While doing so he was struck and knocked down by a heavy object thrown f[()m one of the houses. 1\Ir. Bose rose to his feet and investigated thc object which had struck him, which he found to be the body of a man stabbed and sewn up JOside a gunny bag. The man was still alive and was placed in the truck. l\Ir. Bose again proceeded to the house and rescued Bikramjit unhurt. He took the two seriously wounded men to the Calcutta l\1edical College and evacuated Bikramjit to a safe area.

Harold Stenthorpe. Roy Smirthwaite, 16 years, of Dewsbury, kicked his football over an ft. 6 in. wire mesh fence surrounding the works of the Yorkshire Electric Transformer Co., Ltd., in Brewery Lane, Dewsbury. To retrieve the ball he climbed the fence and threw the ball back to his friend. In order to get back over the fence he climbed a steel pylon into an o\crhead bogie over the top of which were three electric ·wires. From this bogie it was his intention to climb back to the fence, which was about 4 fe'Jt away at the neare t point. In doing so Smirthwaite came into contact with the overhead wires and was el ctrocuted. Harold Stenthorpe, who was passing at the time, immediately scaled the fence and climbed into the bogie . Although the wires were still alive and there was only 43 inches headroom between the platform of the bogie and the wires he applied artificial respiration until such time as the current was switched of[ and Smirthwaite removed by ambulance. During the whole of this time he was facing the same danger as Smirthwaite.

APPO I JTMENT . H .R.H. The Grand Prior, in the exercise of his prerogative, has been pleased to make the following appointments : (1) Appointments within the Priory in Southern Africa. (2) The reappointment of the Rt. Rev. vv. T. Havard, Bishop of St. Asaph, and the Rev. Canon T. M. Hughes, as Officiating Chaplains of the Priory for Wales, for the triennial period commencing St. John's D ay, 1948 . (3) Major P. M. Beachcroft as a member of the Church Committee.

(4) Sir Harry Chapman Sinderson as a member of the Ophthalmic Hospital Committee. (5) Dr. Hugh R. Mustard as Commissioner of the British Columbia District, S.].A.B., Overseas. HONOURS CONFERRED BY THE KING ON MEMBERS OF THE ORDER.

Created Barons. Colonel Sir Alfred Edward Webb-Johnson, Bt., K.C.V.O., C.B.E., D.S.O., T.D., M.B . Major-General Sir Winston Joseph Dugan, G.C.M.(~., C.B., D.S.O. To be a 1I1ember of His lvIajesty's Most Honourable Privy Council. The Rt. Hon. The Lord I-Iailey, G.C.S.L, G.C.M.G., C.C.LE. To be Knight Grand Cross of the Most Distinguished Order of St. Michael and St. George. General Sir Alan Gordon Cunningham, K.C.B., D.S.O., M.C. The Rt. Hon. The Viscount Portal, D.S.O., M.V.O. To be a Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order. Arthur Noel Mobbs. To be a Knight Commander of the Most Distinguished Order of St. Michael and St. George. The Hon. Sir John Patrick Dwyer. To be a Knight Commander of the 1I10st Excellent Order of the British Empire. Sir Michael Francis Joseph McDonnell. To be a Dame Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire Miss Gladys Taylor, C.B .E., R.R.C. Created Knights . David Thomas Rocyn Jones, C.B .E., M.B., D.P.H. John Newman Morris, C.M.G., M.B, The Award of the Royal Victorian Chain. His Grace The Archbishop of Canterbury. To be Companions of the Most Honourable Order of the Bath. Major-General James Malcolm Leslie Renton, D.S.O., O.B.E. Lieut.-Colonel Sir Charles Bingham Lowther, KT., D.S.O. To be a Companion of the Most Distinguished Order of St . Michael and St. George. J ohn Cecil Rankin Buchanan, M.D.(ED.).

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To be Commanders of the Most Excellent Order of the British Emp1·re. Surgeon Captain Frederick George Hunt, M.B., R.N. John Hugh Burrell. George Alfred Titman, M.V.O., O.B.E. En1est Powell Weller. Lieut.-Colonel Harold Arthur Faulkner Wilkinson, M.C. Major John Frederick Ferguson. The Rt. Hon. The Lord Aberdare. N orman Manson, M.B. Frederick Messer, J.P., M.P. Beatrix Justina Dunbar, Lady Dunbar-Nasmith, O.B.E. John Williamson, O.B.E. To be a Member of the Royal Victorian Order (Fourth Class). Lawrence Edward Tanner, M.V.O. To be Officers of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire. Averill Doris, Miss Eills, M.B.E. Henry Kendall. Lieut.-Colonel The Hon. Henry Charles Hovell-Thurlow-CummingBruce, D.S.O. Margaret Mary, Mrs. Basham, M.B. Clifford Montague Harris. Ernest Albert Harold Russell, M.B. To be Members of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empt're . Rosabelle Lindesay, Miss Sinclair. Augusta Mary, Miss Parker. Aileen Crawford, Miss Wells.

LIBRARY AND MUSEUM REPORT FOR 1948 Major Richard Williams, Librarian, reports as follows :No outstanding publication relating to the Order has been brought to notice. The number of visitors to the Library and Museum was 3,165. There seems to be a tendency on the part of visitors to present themselves in small numbers rather than in large groups, which makes their accommodation difficult at times, but every effort is maintained to conduct all comers over the Gate, Church, and Museum. A gratifying feature has been the number of serious research student who have made use of the Order's collections. It should be better known that the Library is at all times available for members of the Order and students who desire to study the past activities of the Order or for research into the Near East generally. Mr. Fincham celebrated his 90th birthday on the 27th February, having completed sixty years of service to the Order. During the last year the Library has acquired a large number of coloured prints depicting Malta in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Their acquisition was made possible by the disposal of the Library of a professional collector.

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Outstanding gifts were :From: Princess Paleologue. Portrait paintings of Grand Masters Pinto and de Rohan. From: Sir Harry Luke (Registrar). A collection of 26 early Deeds, 18 of which relate to activities of the Order. From: Lieut. Duncan Macpherson, R.N. A scale model of La Valette's galley (this is now on exhibition in the Lord Prior's room). From: The Ladies Neve, Mallaby-Dealey, and Munro . A portrait medal of Grand Master de Rohan. The list of donors to the Library and Museum to whom the thanks of Chapter-General have been conveyed is as follows : The Lord Prior. Sir Harry Luke. Lady Dunbar N asmith. Lord Fairhaven. Sir Vivian Gabriel. Sir Leonard Twiston Davies. The Princess Paleologue. The Ladies Neve, 1allaby-Dealey, and Munro. Mr. E. L. Marshall. Mr. H. O. HasselJ. Mr. J. W. Collins. Dr. A. Burgar. Dr. Frey.

Mr. Robson Lowe. Mrs. R. Jermyn. Mr. H. J. Harris. Mr. J. H. Thomas. Mr. B. Webb. Mr. R. J. Gristock. Lieut. Duncan Macpherson, R.N. Mr. Paul Hotz. Mr. J. Allen. The Rev. Christopher Perowne. Dr. Angus Macdonald. The Priory of Scotland, and The Librarian.

REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. The audited Accounts for the financial year ended 30th September, 1948, appear on pages 97-102. COMPARISON OF ACTUAL RESULTS WITH BUDGET ESTIMATES. The Budget .Estimates for the year under review made provision for a to~al ~xpenditure of £163,595 (excluding St. John Gazette and Cadet pubhcatIon~, and Grand Priory Church expenses) to be met from Ordinary In~om~ estImated at £38,400 and Extraordinary Income at £125,195whI~h mcluded the sale proceeds of Investments amounting to £54,930. Dun~g the year ad~itional expenditure approved by Chapter-General was mcurred amountmg to £33,463. This increased the total estimated exp~~diture to £197,05.8. I~ is s~tisfactory to note that apart from the addItIOnal c~a.rges specIally sanctIOned, expenditure generally kept within budget prOVISIOn. T~e a.ctual Expenditure (including the St. John Gazette and Cadet publIcatIOns, and Grand Priory Church expenses) amounted to £193,536

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of which £152,947 is recorded in the general Income and Expenditure Account and £40,589 debited to the appropriate Funds recorded in the Balance Sheet, as below : s. d. £ 1,115 11 5 6,730 1 7

St. John Priory Church Rebuilding Fund . St. John Counties Fund . St. John Post-War Fund-Freehold Premises, 15-16 Collingham Gardens Loans to Branches

26,143 11 6,600 0

5 0

£40,589

The actual Income (including receipts for the St. John Gazette and Cadet publications, and Grand Priory Church) amounted to £185,869 of which Ordinary Income amounted to £54,080 and Extraordinary Income (as below) to £131,789-which included £60,960 from the sale proceeds of Investments.

£ s. d. 5,739 12 0 64,645 15 5 443 6 8 60,960 5 3

St. John Counties Fund-Investment Interest . St. John Post-War Fund-Investment Interest Repaymen t of Loans. . Sale proceeds of Investments .

£131,788 19

INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOU T.

The overall picture presented by the Account this year reflects also the changes in the method of accounting and re-classification of certain items occasioned by the introduction of Budget estimates, and the discontinuance of the term" Ambulance Department" consequ nt upon the establishment of the St. John Ambulance Brigade as a Foundation of the Order. . It is noted that £92,307 of the total Expenditure of £152,947 was of the character normally chargeable to the established Ordinary Income of the Order which, for 1947-48, amounted to £54,080. Ordinary Expenditure therefore exceeded Ordinary Income by £38,227. This adver e balance was, however, reduced by £4,006 representing the excess amount of Extraordinary Income of £64,646 over Extraordinary Expenditure of £60,640 chargeable directly to Extraordinary Income, and the net result was a deficit of £34,221 (against a deficit of £28,413 in the preceding year), an increase of £5,808. This deficit was met by a transfer of £34,221 from the St. John Post-War Fund. The results of the main departments for 1948 are set out below with the comparative figures for 1947: in order to afford comparison the published figures for 1947 have been rearranged in certain cases.

Central Administration. General Expenditure £26,668 against £20,583, an increase of £6,085. General Income £16,449 against £17,132, a decrease of £683. 01Jr.chalmic Hospital, jerusalem. Expenditure £17,982, against £16,613, an increase of £1,369. Income £2,645 against £4,081, a decrease of £1,436.

St. john A mbulance Association. Expenditure £24,370 against £22,559, an increase of £1,811. Income £34,666 against £28,958, an increase of £5,708. St. john A mbulance Brigade . Expenditure £22,129 against £18,298, an increase of £3,831. Income £284 against £458, a decrease of £174. BALA CE SHEET.

The Balance Sheet discloses no new features, and is generally selfexplanatory. t. j ohn PYI'ory Church R ebuilding Fund.-Contributions received since the Appeal was launched amounted to £4,171 and with those previously received, plus Investment Interest, made a total of £4,810. After deducting expenditure of £1,115 for ppeal costs, the net amount of the Fund wa £3,695.

Ophthal7J]'ic Hospz'tal FUlld. - Owing to the abnormal conditions prevailing in Palestine, the Hospital ceased to function in May, 1948, the Nursing Staff returning to England, the Warden taking up quarters in Tran jordan. An Out-Patient Department has, however, been maintained by the House urgeon, on a reduced scale, at vVatson House in the Old City and \vill be kept in being as long as possible as a sign that the Order had not departed from Jerusalem. The Hospital is occupied by Jews, and i being used as a Jewish fort. The damage so far to the buildings, etc., i, b lieved to be not less than £20,000. For the time being it is not propo ed to make any adjustment in the book value of the property which is shown at £34,122. t. j ohn Counties FllJl(l.- The expenditure of £6,730 was mainly attributable to the cost of ecretarial ervices to the St. John Councils (£4,680) and to the Ho pital Car ervice (£1,417) which has been run jointly witl, the British Red ro s Society since 1945. The sum expended in the latter case was the balance required to meet the Order's half share of the cost to 5th July, 19,18 (when the National Health Service came into operation), over and above the amount of the grant made by the Joint \Var Organization to the Parent Bodies for this specific service.

t. john Post-War FWld. - part from the Net Transfer of £34,221 to the general Income and Expenditure Account, £26,143 was expended on the purchase of Freehold Premises at Collingham Gardens, S.vV., for use as a Training Centre and Club for the St. John Ambulance Brigade. This purchase brought about a decrease in " current assets" by the sale of Investments but is counter-balanced by an increase in " fixed assets" of £26,143. Loans to Branches in respect of local properties acquired and vest d in the Order amounted to £6,600 (against £2,875 in the preceding year), while repayments under the instalment scheme amounted to £443, leaving a net total outstanding of £9,032. General Fund.-It will be observed that the amount of the Balance in favour of the Order increased by £10,148 from Legacies and Commutation

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balance each other, plus an increase (under the head St. John Gazette and Cadet journals), which is occasioned by a change in the method of accounting for these receipts and is counterbalanced on the Expenditure side.

of Oblations, and by the transfer of the balance on the Sunday Cinematograph Account. This Account was closed on the 30th Sept mber, 1947, from which date the London County Council placed the o. 1 (Prince of \Vales') District of tll€' Brigade on its list of charities, vice the Order, on the recommendation ('If the Order.

(b) That total Expenditure is shown at £169,327. This is an increase on the figure for 1947-8 of £5,732, and is attributable to certain decreases and increases in a number of heads of service, the chief of which are as follows : -

BUDGET ESTIMATES 1948-49. The Receiver-General's summary Budget statement and estimates for the year ending 30th September, 1949, which 'were adopted by the Chapter-General at its meeting in November, 194 , will be found below. The analysis of the estimates shows that provi ion is made for an Expenditure of £169,327 to be met from Ordinary Income estimated at £42,350 and Extraordinary Income at £126,977-~which includes the sale proceeds of Investments at £57,427.

Increases.

Decreases.

Training Centre purchase and Equipment Films Ophthalmic Hospital Medical Comforts Depots Exhibition

£ 16,136 3,500 2,560 2,425 1,500

£26, 121

THE RECEIVER GE ERAL'S SUMMARY BUDGET STATEMENT AND ESTIMATES FOR THE YEAR, 1948-49, APPROVED BY CHAPTER-GENERAL. I.

During the year additional expenditure approved by ChapterGeneral was incurred amounting to £33,463 (e.g., grant to Northern Ireland £10,000, India £7,381, Training Centre £6,945, Loans to Counties £6,600). This increased the amount of the estimated expenditure to £197,058 .

III.

The actual result for the past year is not yet known but current indic,:-tions are th~t apart from the additional charges specially sanctIoned, expendIture generally has kept \~thin budget provision, ar:d desp~te that additional expenditure, the total expenditure wlll, I thmk, not exceed £190,000. On the other hand it seems likely that Ordinary Income will exceed the budget estimate by more than £6,000. To meet the situation as set out in this and the preceding paragraph, Investments were sold to the amount of £60,959 against £54,930 in the original estimate.

IV.

I have examined the estimates received from the various departments for 1948-9 and now submit herewith the Budget Estimates for the year ending 30th September, 1949. It is noted : (a) !hat Ordinary Income is shown at £42,350. This is an apparent mcrease of £3,950 on the figure for 1947-8. It is the result of a number of small true increases and decreases which practically

Chancery-Maintenance Insignia, Service Medals, etc. . " Pu blicity . Welfare in Service Hospitals Reserve for Grants Loans . . S. J .A.A.-l\Iaintenance S.lA.B. at Home- laintenance Competitions

2,455 3,010 4,055 5,000 5,000 5,000 1,338 4,687 1,000 £31,545

The Budget Estimates for the financial year to the 30th eptember, 1948, made provision for a total expenditure of £163,595 to be met from Ordinary Income estimated at £38,400 and Extraordinary Income at £125,195-which included the sale proceeds of Investments amounting to £54,930.

II.

(c) That £97,690 of the total expenditure of £169,327 is of the character normally chargeable to the established Ordinary Income of the Order, estimated for 1948-9 at £42,350. The deficit of £55,340 may therefore be charged as in the past year to Extraordinary Income, the total of which is taken at £126,977 to meet the deficit plus £71,637, the expenditure directly chargeable to Extraordinary Income. To raise the figure of Extraordinary Income to the amount required as above, provision is made for £57,427 sale proceeds of Investments as compared with £54,930 in last year's estimates.

I wish again to take this opportunity of stressing the old financial maxim that the inclusion of an item of expenditure in a general budget is not equivalent to financial sanction which would enable the expenditure to be undertaken straight away without further formality. In the case of each individual project, where this has not already been done, detailed proposals ju tifying the expenditure must come before Chapter-General for decision.

\'1.

I would also mention one further point again, namely, that investments will only be realized if and when expenditure is fir:~y sanctioned and about to be undertaken, and the cash posltIon make it necessary to realize. If any project drops out for one cause or another, there will be no need to realize, and the investments will carry forward intact pro tanto . E. BURDON, Receiver-Gener al.

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BUDGET ESTIMATES FOR YEAR GENERAL I COME .

JOHN.

ENDING 30th SEPTEMBER, 1949. SUMMARY. EXPENDITURE. £

A. ORDINARY INCOME. 1. Central Administration. Foundation Dues . Annual Oblations . Interest on Investments Rents . Donations '" St. j olm Gazette and Cadet journals

1,000 4,300 6,700 150 50 3,370

2. Ophthalrnic Hospital.

Interest on Investments Donations and Fees

980 1,000

3. St. john Ambulance Association. Sale of Stores . . Charges for Instruction . Donations

1 ,000 5,100 200

4. St. john Ambulance Brigade.

Ministry of Education-Grant for Cadet activit.ies

1,500

Total Ordinary Income .

£42,350

B. EXTRAORDINAR: INCOME (der~ved. from funds allocated to the Order of St. ] ohn by the ]omt VlTar OrganIZatIOn (1939-1947) on winding-up). 1. St. john Counties Fund. (a) Interest on balance of Investments representing first allocation of £500,000. . . .. .. 5,700 (b) Sale proceeds of Investments 2. St. john Post-War Fund. (a) Interest on balance of Investments representing second and balance of third allocation of £1 ,560,000 . . (b) Recovery of loans. . . . . (c) Sale proceeds of Investments pertaining to (a) . . . (d) Interest on. balance <;>f Investments representing £ 40,000, part of thIrd allocatIon (earmarked for joint expenditure on Welfare in Service Hospitals). . . (e) Sale proceeds of Investments pertaining to (d) Total Extraordinary Income

ST.

40,500 50 45,927 22,500 11,500

. £126,977

1. Central Administration. (a) (i) Chancery of the Order. Maintenance Standing Charges Cost of Insignia, Service Medals, Vellum Votes, Diplomas, etc. liscellaneous Public Relations and Publicity. St. j olm Gazette and Cadet journals

12,760 6,540 310 4,155 3,395 £27,160

(ii) Treasllry of the Order. Maintenance Standing Charges (iii) Library and Jlluseu7n. l\Iaintenance Standing Charges. (b) SPecial Items. (i) Reserve for Ordinary Grants by ChapterGeneral (ii) nnual Contribution to joint expenditure on vVelfal'e in Service Hospitals chargeable against Extraordinary Income allocation of £e -to,000 (iii) Gral/ts (Chargeable against Extraordinary Income). V.A.D. Committee Training Centre-purchase of equipment (balance of £5,000 grant) . Brigade Headquarters--office equipment Priory of Scotland Maintenance of Training Centre t. ] ohn Councils-Secretarial Services Legal charges re purchase of County IIeadq uarters Reserve for new items Loalls : (Chargeable against Extraordinary Income)

5,300 964 1,000

45,000 1,200 3,837 400* 1,000 5,000* 5,000 200 5,000 5,000 72,637

2. Ophthalmic Hospital (in abeyance). (i) Headquarters' Expenses, London (ii) ?'laintenance tanding Charges, ] erusalem-provision for possible resumption 3. St. john Ambulallce Association . (a) Maintenance charges. (i) Secretary's department (ii) Stores department (b) Special Items. Competitions Publications (not for sale)

1,240 12,000 13,240 14,013 8,560 1,200 500 1,700 24,273

4. St. john Ambulance Brigade at Home. (a) Iaintenance Charges . (b) Special Hems. Competitions . . . S.] .A.B. No.1 District Inspection Travelling expenses of Regional Representatives to Brigade Headquarters Committees

18,873* 1,650* 100 400* 2,150 21,023

5. St. john Ambulance Brigade Overseas. Main ten ance Charges . . GRAND TOTAL: A. Ordinary Income and B. Extraordinary Income

. £169,327

GRAND TOTAL EXPENDITURE • Includes Cadet Section.

4,730 £169,327

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ST. JOHN OPTHALMIC H OSPITAL AT J ERUSALEM.

ANALYSIS OF BUDGET ESTIMATES.

F'OUNDATIONS OF THE ORDER.

Year ending 30th September, 1949. £42,350

TOTAL ORDINARY IN COME TOTAL EXPENDITURE NORMALLY CHARGEABLE LISHED IN COME OF THE ORDER.

TH E

E ST AB-

£34,424 13,240 50,026

Heads 1 (a) and (b) (i) Head 2. . Heads 3, 4, and 5

97,690 Deficit:

TOTAL EXTRAORDINARY INCOME

£ 55,340

£ 126,977

TOTAL EXPENDITURE WHICH MAY BE CHARGED AGAI , ST EXTRAORDINARY INCOME.

Heads 1 (b) (ii) and (iii) Deficit brought down

71,637 55,340 - - £126,977

REPORT OF THE HOSPITALLER AND COMMITTEE F OR 1948. The Hospitaller and the Committee of the Ophthalmic Hospi~al have the honour to submit their fifty-seventh Annual Report for the mformation of His Royal Highness the Grand Prior, the Chapter-General, and su bscri bers. THE HOSPITALLER. The Committee wish to extend to the Hospitaller their sincere congratulations on the honour conferred upon him by His Majesty on his elevation to the Peerage. THE COMMITTEE. His Royal Highness the Grand Prior has approved the appointment of Sir Harry Chapman Sinderson Pasha, K.B.E., C.M.S., M.V.O., M.C., F.R.C.P.E., as a Member of the Ophthalmic Hospital Committee. THE SITUATION IN PALESTINE. The Committee regret to have to report that early in 1948 the political situation in Palestine, and in particular in Jerusalem, deteriorated very rapidly, and the number of patients fell from 1,000 a day to ten or twelve. This was due to the fact that the Hospital occupied a position between the Jewish and Arab forces, which prevented patients from being able to reach it. By the end of March the reigning chaos became increased by the loss of Lydda Airport, and the Hospital's last mail communication with the outside world was lost. Telephonic communication was cut, and most of the British civilians still remaining were hurried out by air. During this period it was fortunate that Mr. J. H. H. Pollock, the District Commissioner for Jerusalem, was in London, and the Prior and Hospitaller were able to consult him regarding the Hospital. As a result of the consultation, the Prior was able to send the Warden instructions as to what action to take in various circumstances which might arise. Three months' foodstuffs and medical supplies were laid in, and the Warden was authorized to employ such guards as he felt were necessary for the Hospital's protection. In view of the fact that there were practically no patients, the SubWarden and British Sisters were evacuated on leave during April, leaving the Warden (Dr. Norman Manson), Registrar (Dr. Salman), and House Surgeon (Dr. Doany), and Matron (Miss Millman), still at the Hospital. By the 18th May the \Varden decided that the situation was so bad around the Hospital that no good purpose could be served by keeping the Matron there. He therefore took her to Amman in Transjordan, a few hours before the High Commissioner left Palestine, leaving the House Surgeon in charge of the Hospital (the Registrar having had a motor accident). The Warden intended to return to the Hospital, but was forced back to Amman. The House Surgeon was eventually obliged to leave the Hospital, as were the Palestinian domestic staff. The House Surgeon opened a small Out-Patient Clinic in the Old City

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at Watson House, while the Warden remained in Amman, being available as consultant for any patients in the district or evacuated there. The Warden came to England about the middle of October to report to the Committee, Council, and Chapter-General on the immediate future of the Hospital. As a result of his report it was decided that the Order's resources should not be dissipated in any temporary expedients; and that the out-patient department at \i\Tatson House should be continued as long as possible, and that the Warden should return to Amman and visit Jerusalem when he could, keeping the Committee informed of the situation. HOSPITAL PER 0 NEL. \Vhilst the vVarden was in England, he was able to attend an investiture at the Mansion House, where H.R.H. The Grand Prior conferred upon him the insignia of Commander. The Committee cannot expre s too highly their confidence in Dr. Manson's judgment, and their appreciation of hi loyalty to the Order and devotion to duty, and are delighted that his service have received public recognition by the award of the C.B.E. in the ew Year's Honours. As a result of the situation in Palestine the Committee con idered it advisable to release the Staff, with the exception of the \Varden, Hou e Surgeon, and Matron, from their contracts. The Committee would like to take this opportunity of thanking all the member of the taff for their loyal and devoted services during a most difficult, trying, and dangerous period. The Matron arrived in this country just in time to attend the Order' Commemoration Service in Westminster Abbey. Miss Millman has served at the Hospital for many years, and the Committee ,,'ould like to extend to her their very warm thanks and deep appreciation for her long and devoted service, particularly during the very difficult month before the evacuation of the Hospital personnel. The Committee would also like to acknowledge the services of the Palestinian Staff which they have rendered with unfailing loyalty and cheerfulness. THE HOSPITAL BUILDINGS AND EQUIPME T. It is difficult to ascertain the amount of damage to the buildings and the looting of the contents, but it is thought to be con iderable. The Out-Patients' Waiting Hall has been completely demoli hed by shell fire, and the tunnel connecting the main buildings with the Annex has been blown up. Most of the doors and windows have been blown out. Fortunately a certain amount of costly equipment had not been shipped, and has been disposed of. FINANCE. The Committee would like to take this opportunity of thanking all those who have given financial support throughout this difficult year. They are particularly indebted to The Clothworkers' Company for their continued support, the legacy left by the late Earl of Lytton, and the

collection made by the Birmingham County St. John Ambulance Brigade at their Annual Church Parade. I t will be appreciated that such support will be urg~ntly needed when the time comes for the reconstructlOn of the HospItal. Once again the Priory of Scotland have continued their support-for which the Committee are very grateful. The Committee are very conscious of the continued support received from the Priories overseas in spite of the many calls on them. Such intere t and practical help is very encouraging during this difficult period. CO CLUSION. The Committee regret that it is not possible to give statistics this year, . , or a fuller report. The Order is deeply grateful to the late Government OffiCIalS of Palestille for their great kindness and help to the \Varden and the Staff. Particular thanks are due to Mr. J. H, H. Pollock whose kindness, guidance, and advice gave the Committee great confidence and comfort during the crisis. \i\Thatever the outcome of the present strife in Palestine, it is hoped that conditions will eventually be such as to enable the Hospital to return and to continue its work- and once again to carry on its glorious history and till further enhance the prestige of the Order.

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The following is an extract from the Annual Report of the St. John Ambulance Association :co STITUTIO AL CHANGES. As a result of decisions reached by the Chapter-General regarding the Constitution of the Order, its Foundations, and its Committees, the Ambulance Committee has been abolished and the work of the Association Sub-Committee absorbed in the Association Committee, a Standing Committee of the Order, which is empowered to decide matters affecting the Association alone, not involving any major question of finance or inconsistent with the fundamental principles of the Order. CLASSES OF INSTRUCTIO

IN FIRST AID A D KINDRED SUBJECTS.

The extent to which various Government Departments and Nationalized are encouraging training in First Aid is most gratifying, as IS shown by the following examples : The Ministry of Supply in implementation of its policy to train ~ p~rcen~age of Industrial and non-Industrial staff has arranged classes ill ItS MIdland and South-Western Area and preliminary discussions have taken place with representatives from other areas. The British Electricity Authority is planning to train in First Aid under the auspices of the Association a percentage of its employees ~ndertakings

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from each of its London establishments as the initial step in a plan to carry out large scale First Aid training throughout the whole country. The Ministry of Civil Aviation, to ensure an adequate and efficient First Aid service at all Ministry of Civil Aviation aerodromes, has provided facilities for all members of aerodrome staffs of all grades (other than telephone operators) to undergo training in First Aid and to be re-examined every year. A number of classes have been held at various aerodromes throughout the country. Both the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the British Overseas Airways Corporation have agreed to authorize the wearing of the Association Badge by Air Hostesses and other employees in possession of the First Aid Certificate of the Association. The Ministry of Labour and other Government Departments have also arranged classes during the year. The figures for the year, which show a gratifying increase on those for 1947, speak for all the other Bodies and members of the general public who have arranged and attended classes, including a notable number of classes held for Police and Fire Brigades. Figures for the year for Certificates issued at home are as follows :First Aid . Home Nursing . Hygiene . Sanitation Child Welfare

1948. 43,969 8,965 772 1,834 12

1947. 36,561 6,962 416 8 1,230

Wales

55,552 4,797

45,177 3,765

60,349

48,942

NATIONAL COAL BOARD. A memorandum submitted to the Chief Medical Officer of the National Coal Board last June is still under his consideration. That memorandum suggested the establishment of Centres of the Association in each of the Regions of the Coal Board in England, somewhat on the lines of the existing Railway Centres of the Association, but from a number of interesting and informative discussions which I have had with the Chief Medical Officer of the Board the general tendency at the moment appears to be in the direction of independent Divisional organizations under the Medical Officer of each Division of the Coal Board. It is by no means improbable that as the Regional Organization for First Aid and Home Nursing develops a national programme of training on uniform lines as far as possible, may be the outcome of the present arrangement, but local requirements and difficulties will always have to be carefully studied and provided for. In the meanwhile, the Association is doing everything possible to assist the Coal Board in providing instruction in First Aid and kindred subjects for the mine workers and their families. ST. JOHN DELEGATION TO GERMANY. In April a St. John Delegation visited the British Zone of Germany at the invitation of the Control Commission with a view to ascertaining

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whether it was feasible to organize classes under the auspices of the St. John Ambulance Association among British Nationals both civil and military, and whether it was practicable to extend t~~ ~cope of t~ese classes to include German Nationals. As a result ofthe VISIt It was deCIded by the Control Commission that classes in First Aid and kindred subjects should be held on a voluntary basis for British Nationals and that classes for German Nationals employed by the Control Commission should be permitted at the discretion of Regional Administrative Officers. If these classes were a success consideration would be given to extending the scheme of First Aid training to all German Nationals in the British Zone. Special regulations for classes in Germany were drawn up by the Association for issue to class secretaries and classes began in the autumn. In November the Delegation returned to Germany on a further invitation from the Control Commission, to inspect the First Aid Classes established as the result of the previous visit, to advise the \Velfare Directorate of the Control Commission on any points of difficulty, and to discuss the possibility of extending First Aid training to the German Nationals in the British Zone. In the course of a 1,300-mile tour of the British Zone the Delegation found that a good beginning had been made in organizing classes throughout the British Zone which were well attended both by British personnel and by the German employees of the Control Commission. The Delegation also found that the organization set up by the ssociation for running classes in Germany was working very smoothly. During the tour it was arranged that classes should now be started for Army personnel in the British Army of the Rhine and for British Scouts in the British Zone. During the tour the Delegation had an opportunity of visiting the German Police Training School at Dusseldorf to witness a Display of First Aid by the Police t~am which had won the Police Competition in Land North Rhine Westphalia, and of presenting to the winning team the trophy which was given by the Order and the Association \vith a view to encouraging First Aid training among the German Police in the other Lander. The Delegation was most impressed by the keenness and enthusiasm shown everywhere for first aid among both the British and the German personnel and found that there was a general con census of opinion that there should be established in Germany an organization to be responsible for running classes in First Aid and kindred subjects among the German general public. The setting up of such an organization, however, presents a difficult problem, and discussions are proceeding among the authorities in Germany to see how best it can be solved. I take this opportunity to record my own thanks and also those of the Association not only to the Delegation for the way in which it accomplished its arduous task, but also to the authorities of the Control Commission for sponsoring First Aid training in the British Zone and to the Director of Medical Services and his Deparrment for their unfailing co-opel ation in providing lecturers and examiners for these courses. ST. JOHN COUNCILS. ~uri.ng the year the Secretary of the Order on the instructions of the

Pnor Issued a memorandum to St. John Councils outlining a scheme based on that adopted by the St. John Council for the COUNTY PALATINE OF LANCASTER for the co-ordination and extension of the work of the D

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Association. The St. John Councils for HAMPSHIRE and DORSET. h~ve taken steps to implement this scheme and have et up an AssocIatIon County Committee or its equivalent. . ' Other St. John Councils have the memorandum ynd.er actIve co~sIdera tion, and a County Centre is in process of formahon 111 Oxfordshlre. COMMITTEE OF THE ORDER OF ST. JOH FOR ORTHERN IRELA D. The Committee of the Order in Northern Ireland has made. p~ans to take over the functions of the Ulst.er Centre of the ASSOCIatIOn on 1st January, 1949, and has set up. a~ Asso~i~ti0!l Committee to be responsible for the extension of ASS?ClatIO~ actIVIty m Northe.rn Ireland. Under the direction of this CommIttee eIght Count.y ommlttees ~ave been established whose task "vill be to stimulate interest in and enthusIasm for the work of the Association in their areas. POST OFFICE A1IBULA CE CE TRE. Reference was made in last year's Report of the expansion of the Post Office Ambulance Centre to cover the "'hole country. As a result of the fine work performed by the Centre since th~n. and i?- view of its opportunities of making the work of the Asso~latIon wldely kn?wn throughout the country it has been decided to appomt two rep~es~ntatIves of the Post Office Ambulance Centre to serve on the ASSOCIatIOn ommittee. THE ASSOCIATIO~ OVERSEA . Malaya (Singapore and Federation of Malaya Centre ). Consequent on the new political CO?stitution ?f the ~ederation of Malaya and the Colon:y of Singapore It became !mpractIcable fO.r ~he Malaya Centre to remam responSIble for. the. affalr of the .\SsoCI~tIOn both in the Federation of Malaya and m Smgapore~ a.nd aCC?r?111g~y steps were taken to divide responsibil~ty for .~ssoCIatlOn actIVIty m geographical Malaya between a reconstItuted mgapOle Centre and a Federation of Malaya Centre, North Borneo. A Branch of the Association was established in North Borneo in February, Since then the Association has had the advantage of discu sions with Mrs. Twining, wife of the Governor of orth Borneo, Mr. .B la~k, Acting Chief Secretary of the orth Borneo GovernI?-ent, and Br~gadIer Macaskie, Chairman designate of the Branch, regardmg the functIons of the Branch in North Borneo. It is evident that the ravages of the J apan,ese occupation have created enormous difficulties in the Colony, but offi~lals there feel that a Branch of the Association can make a valuable contnbution to the rehabilitation of the Colony, Malta, G.C. With the establishment of a St. John Council in Malta there has been formed a Working or Standing Commi~te~ of th~ ,~sso~iation to be responsible for the furtherance, of ASSOCIatIOn a~tIvitIes m Malt,a ~nd Gozo in the same way as the prevIOUS Centre CommIttee of the ASSOCIatIon.

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Classes have been held for all Bandsmen, Motor Drivers, Trumpeters, and Boys of the Royal Malta Artillery Regiment. Hong Kong. From discussions we have had with various members of the Hong Kong Centre it is evident that under the guidance of the St. John Council the Association organization is being established on a firm footing, and we look forward with confidence to steady progress in instructional and humanitarian work in Hong Kong. India. The Indian Council reports that the instructional work of the Association in India has suffered somewhat owing to the diversion of energies towards the urgent requirements of refugee relief work, but it is confident that the setback is only temporary and will be counterbalanced in succeeding years. Already there are signs that the number of students attending cla es is on the increase and every effort is being made to improve the position. Pakistan. In September an approach was made to His Excellency the GovernorGeneral of Pakistan, suggesting the establishment of a Council in Pakistan to administer the affairs of the St. John Ambulance Association under a Chairman to be appointed by His Excellency the Governor-General. His Excellency approved the formation of such a Council and expressed the hope that t.he Association in Pakistan would play its full part in the service of humanity along with other similar organizations. Kenya. The task of extending Association activities in Kenya continues to be tackled with energy and enthu iasm, and although among Europeans th~ response has been somewhat disappointing, amongst Africans and A~Ians the prospects are encouraging. The Centre is co-operating closely W1t~ the Church Missionary ociety in running classes in First Aid in natIve schools, and plans have been made to introduce First Aid as part of the syllabus of an African teachers' holiday training course. The activities of these and other Centres and Branches of the Association Overseas in so far as the issue of Certificates is concerned, are shown on page 81.

MANUAL ON INDUSTRIAL FIRST AID. R~~resentati".es of the Royal College of Nursing, the Industrial ~edicme Comm~ttee of the British Medical Association, and the AssociatIon, of In~ustrial Medical Officers held a meeting on 25th March, 1948, to dISCUSS ~nter alia the first draft of the Manual on Industrial First Aid. They reco~rr:ended ~hat the draft in its existing form was not suitable for the trammg of mdustrial .first aid attendants and asked that the matter mi~ht be further discussed by the St~nding Committee of repre~en~atIves of t?~ Royal College of Nursing, St. John Ambulance ASSOCIatIOn, and BntIsh Red Cross Society, to which representatives of

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the Industrial Medicine Committee of the British Medical As.sociation, Industrial Medical Officers, and the medical departments of mtcrested Ministries were to be invited. The Standing Conf~rence met on 3rd J u~e, 1948 and decided that the Royal College of Nursl~g should proceed wIth the preparation of a syllabus for industrial first a~d att~ndants based on selected parts of the draft Manual on Industrial FIrst Ald. The proposed syllabus of training has not yet been completed. COMPETITIONS. The following competitions were ~eld under the auspices of the . Association during the year under reVlew:Police Competition. Railway Competition (for men). Railway Competition (for women). All the staging and scenery for these competitions were provided through the gene.rosity of Mr~. John Maxwell and lr. J. Grossman, to whom the CommIttee records Its grateful thanks. Police National Competition. The first post-war Police National Competition was held at the Borough Polytechnic, London, on 12th March, 1948. After a break o~ 1.0 years it was gratifying to see that enthusiasm had by no means dm11l11shed, and though the standard of work did not quite reach pre-war stan~a~d at least a very promising start was made bef~re a large and appreClabve audience. The judges were Drs. A. C. WhIte Knox, of ~ondon, c: nd H. S. Taylor-Young, of Salisbury, to whom also the Co.mmlttee desl.res to record its grateful thanks. They placed the teams m the followmg order : Place. 1

2 3 4

5 6 7

8 9

Team. Brighton Borough Police . . Metropolitan Police (" Y " Division) Birmingham City Police . . West Riding of Yorkshire Constabulary East Suffolk Police Sunderland Borough Police Manchester City Police. Devon County Constabulary Glamorganshire Constabulary Maximum marks obtainable, 480.

Marks . 393 382

317 310

285 2 2 279 233

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The Lord Wakehurst, K.C.M.G., Lord Prior of the Order, presided at the prize-giving. After Brigadier W. B. G. Barne, C.B.E., D.S.O., Sec~etc:ry General of the Order, had announced the result, Lord Wakehurst l~vIted the Rt. Hon. J. Chuter Ede (Secretary of State for ~o~e. Affarrs). to present the Pim Trophy to the winning t~am, and the m~IVldual pnzes to the competitors. Mr. Ede expressed hIS pleasure a.t bemg. able t.o be present, and his satisfaction at the close co-operatIon ~h~ch eXIsted between the Police and the St. John Ambulance ASSOCIatIon. A~ter Lord Wakehurst had thanked Mr. Ede for his ~indness in attendmg, General Sir Clive Liddell, K.C.n., C.M.G., etc., DIrector of Ambulance, proposed a vote of thanks to the judges and to those who had acted as patients and stewards throughout the day.

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Railway Competition (for men).

On 26th May at the Borough Polytechnic, a large audience witnessed the last Inter-Railway Competition. Future Railway Competitions will be inter-Regional consequent on the nationalization of the railways. As was to be expected, the standard of work was higher than in the previous year, the first post-war year of competitions, but teams did not show the grasp of detail which was a feature of pre-war competitions. The judges were Dr. M. M. Scott, of London (Team Test), Dr. D. F. Barrett, of Huddersfield (Individual Test), and Dr. W. N. Booth, of Harlow (viva voce Tests), to whom the Committee desires to record its grateful thanks. They placed the teams in the following order : Place.

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Southern (Horsham) • • • • London Midland and Scottish (Camden " A") • London Midland and Scottish (Wolverton Works) London and orth Eastern (King's Cross Loco.) Southern (,Waterloo o. 1) . " . Midland and Great Northern Joint (Melton Constable) Great Western (Newport High Street" A ") London and North Eastern (Langwith Loco.) Great Western (Swindon " A ") Maximum marks obtainable, 600.

483 447 ~

433 1 424~

417 411

39q 379 351

Major-General The Earl of Athlone, K.G., G.C.B., G.C.M.G., G.C.V.O., P.C., D.S.O., A.D.C., Bailiff Grand Cross of the Order, presided at the prizegiving and, after calling on Brigadier \V. B. G. Barne, C.B.E., D.S.O., Secretary-General of the Order, to announce the results, he invited Sir Cyril Hurcombe, Chairn1an of the British Transport Commission, to present the Challenge Shield, the Corbet Fletcher Cup, and the individual prizes. Sir Cyril expressed his appreciation of the support given by the Order of St. John and the St. John Ambulance Association to the ambulance movement on the railways and stressed the need for the younger members of railway staffs to interest themselves in First Aid to their own advantage as well as to the advantage of the general pu blic. The Earl of Athlone then proposed a vote of thanks to the judges, and Brigadier Barne conveyed the thanks of the Association to those who had acted as stewards and patient throughout the day. Railway Competition (for women).

The introduction by the Association of this new competition gives overdue recognition to those women railway employees who have shown keenne.ss .and enthusiasm for First Aid training, and such an annual e~ent It. IS hoped will be the means of stimulating further interest in ~lrst AId amongst the women employed by British Railways. The maugural competition was held at Trenchard House (through the courtesy of the C~mmissioner of Police of the Metropolis) on 18th June, 1948, and was Judged by Drs. R. S. Maurice-Smith, of Ely (Team Test), and E: J. Selby, of London (Individual Tests); each doctor also judged two vwa voce tests. They placed the teams in the following order :_

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t 2 3 4

Railway. Western (Swindon) . . . Eastern and North Eastern (Hull) Southern (Audit). . . London Midland (Somers Town) London Transport Executive . Maximum marks obtainable, 600.

Marks.

403 391 ~ 383 ~

376

344

At the prize-giving ceremony Brigadier W. B . G. Barne, C.B .E., D.S.O., Secretary-General of the Order, presided, and the results were anno~mced by Major-General F. V. B. Witts, C.B., ~.B.E., D.S.O., M.C., .Asslstant Director of Ambulance . Lady Burrows, m the absence of Ir Robert Burrows, presented the Burrows Rose ~owl to the ~nning team, and Mr. V. M. Barrington-Ward, of the RaIlway ExecutIve, presented the individual prizes to each competitor. Brigadier Barne expressed the thanks of the Order and the Association to ir Robert Burrows who had so generously provided the trophy. for this .competit.ion and !~ whose encouragement and enthusiasm the mtroductIon of thIS competIt~on. was largely due. General Witts proposed votes of thanks to th~ CommISSIOner of Police of the Metropolis, to the stewards, and the patIents.

REPORT OF THE CHIEF COMMISSIONER, ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE AT HOME. The following is an extract from the Report of the Chief ommis ioner, The Brigade-at-Home. Under the Statutes and Regulations of the Order, 1948, the Brigade is recognized as a Foundation of the Order. Its affairs are administered by the Brigade Committee under the Chairmanship of the hief Commissioner who, after consultation with this Committee, is empowered to decide matters affecting the Brigade alone which do not involve major questions of finance or are inconsistent with the fundamental principles of the Order. INSPECTI G OFFICERS. As it was considered essential that Inspecting Officers should have recent active experience of the Brigade, it was decided to make certain changes in these appointments. These changes were e~ected when the Triennial Appointments were made for the current penod. I wish to take this opportunity of expressing my appreciation and thanks to those who previously held these appointments. BRIGADE REGULATIONS. The Brigade Regulations are in course of revision by the Regulations Revision Sub-Committee. It is hoped these will be completed during the course of 1949. There is a decrease in the Adult personnel of 6,622, which is considerably less than that of the previous year when the decrease amounted to 19,294. The Cadet personnel continues, however, to increase. The drop in figures between 1947 and 1948 is 5,829. The corresponding drop between 1946 and 1947 was 18,399.

t~le year, 141 Divisions formed during the late Vvar have been dIsbanded, <l:s there was no prospect of their revival. The reductIOn, theretore, IS largely attributable to the loss of personnel through these dIsbandments. Notwithstanding the decrease the work of the Brigade has considerably increased. I am hopeful that 'by the end of 1949 we shall have stabilized, and that in future years we shall see a steady increase.

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SERVICE. Public Duties were undertaken in England and Northern Ireland on 361,516 occasions. The First Aid cases treated by the Brigade personnel amounted to 646,471. Ambulances. In the majority. of Counties the Brigade have become the Agents of the COU?ty ounCll for the Ambulance Service now administered under th~ N at.IOnal Health cherne. The increase in this work has necessitated paId ?nvers and. atten.da~ts during t?e day-time, the voluntary drivers carrymg out .theIr dutI~s 111 the evenmgs and during week-ends. Problems m connectIon with the administration of the Service are const.antly ~rising, and in this respect we are greatly indebted to the ~ome SerVIce Ambulance Committee for the valuable help they have gl:Te~ us. An added responsi~ility has been placed on County CommISSIOners, UpOl~ whom t?e e~clen~ co-operation of the personnel largely depend: ordlal . relatIOn lllp WIth the County Medical Officers of Health ]s.of great lI~portance, and I am glad to say that in practically all Count.1es the aSSIstance rendered by the Brigade is welcomed and encouraged by the County uthorities. Ther .arc ?20 ambulance operc:ted by the Brigade. During 1948, 191,709 111.vahd, 17,519 road aCCIdent, and 18,665 other cases were ~onveyed 111 th~ ambulances, which travelled 3,890,261 miles. These figure ~how a? mcrease of over 7,000 invalids and 800 road accidents in compan on "nth 1917. ~rom this it is evident that our members are continuing to give valuable assIsta~1ce to the community, and as the Health Act comes into full operatI~n th~ calls o.n our nur ing personnel are increasing, both in connectIOn WIth nursmg and ambulance duties. The total number of cases treated for the year was 170,441. 1\'Ie~bers ?f Nursing Divisions continue to take their share in the actIVItIes w~l~h come under the Joint Committee of the Order of St. John and the BntI.sh R.ed Cross Society:-Emergency Help and After-care (now. reorgamzed .mto one Dep~r~I?ent); .Hospital Library; Services HospItal ~~lfa~e, Overseas IVllIan RelIef; Hospital Car Service' and RehabIlItatIon. ' There ~re ~40 Roads~d~ .Huts, 647 First Aid Cabinets, and 65 Beach Huts, mamtamed by DIVISIOns of the Brigade. TRAINING. . . the number of Headquarters-sponsored T The " year saw an l1~crease m rammg Courses, and m the number of Regional/County/Area Training D ays and Courses.

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Training Days were held at the Charing Cross Hotel, London, on 17th and 18th January, for Competition Secretaries,. and Sur~eons a~d Nursing Officers respectively, under the ChairmanshIp of MaJor ~lte Knox. Both were extremely well attended, nearly 100 Officers bemg pre ent on both days. The annual Senior Officers' Conference took place at Ashridge from 12th to 15th March. A County Staff Course was held at High Leigh, Hoddesdon, from 9th to 11th April. Forty Officers were present . The Cadet Organization also held a large number of successful Courses and Camps during the year. In September, St. John House, Nos. 16-17. Collingham Gardens,. was bought by the Order as a Headquarter Trainmg Centre for the Bngade at-Home. CIVIL AVIA no ....

Auxiliary First Aid Services for Civil Aerodr01nes and First At"d Training for Aerodrome Personnel. In February, the Ministry of Civil Aviation issued a circular .t~ their Aerodrome Managers, instructing them to arrange for the trammg ~f their personnel in First Aid, and stressing the necessity of sta~ng theIr First Aid Posts, in the meantime, with members of the Bngade and British Red Cross Society. Simultaneously, a circular was sent by me to Commissioners in whose Counties there were aerodromes in need of help, asking them to co-operate with the aerodrome manager not 011: ly for the training of aerodrome personnel in First Aid, but to supply relIef duty personnel to supplement First Aid Ambulance Establishments. MEDICAL COMFORTS DEPOTS.

After a period of uncertainty caused by the National Health Act, the work of the Medical Comforts Depots has settled down. Twelve Depots were closed for various reasons during the year, but 4-1 new Depots were opened. The present total of 538 live and useful Depots is contributing in no small measure to the well-being of the people.

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Sir Bertram Ford, the newly-appointed Director of Ambulance, was good enough to carry out Inspections in Cornwall and Sussex. General Sir Clive Liddell, after his retirement as Director of Ambulance, kindly agreed to hold Inspections, in his capacity of Inspecting Officer, in Cambridge and the North Riding of Yorkshire, and Colonel Sir James Sleeman visi ted Warwickshire. The Chief Officer Ambulance Cadets attended Inspections in Wiltshire, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, and Sheerness. The Chief Officer Nursing Cadets attended Inspections in Jersey, Manchester, London, and Birmingham.

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During the year, 246 new Divisional Surgeons were appointed, whereby the total strength at 31st December, was further raised to 3,386, of whom 118 are attached to the executive section of the Brigade. Nevertheless, there are still a number of Divisions without Surgeons, a state of affairs which calls for renewed efforts. Ano AL HEALTH SERVICE.

From report received, it is clear that the demands on the time of doctors under the new Health Act in attending to the needs of a much larger number of patients and in filling the various forms required by the Minister are such that Brigade work is suffering. This is shown by the increased difficulties experienced during the latter half of 1948, on obtaining doctors for lectures and for re-examinations of Divisions. These may di.minish in time; but for a year or two they will give rise to worry. On the other hand, the Ambulance Service is now entrusted to various Local Authorities, who in a number of instances have accepted the offer of Brigade work, to supply to man the various vehicles. \Vhere this has taken place, the Brigade has been given an additional standing.

COMPETITIO s.

The Dewar and Perrott Finals were held in the Central Halls, \Vestminster, on the 10th September. The trophies and prizes were presented by The Rt. Hon. The Lord Mayor of London. H.R.H. Princess Margaret made her first appearance as Commandantin-Chief of the Ambulance and Nursing Cadets at the Central IIalls, Westminster, in October, when she graciously presented the Cups and Prizes at the Cadet National Final Competitions.

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Ov,ring to the continual restriction in the use of petrol and the increased demands of the National Health Service, it has not been possible for all the County Surgeons to examine each Division within their commands. A goodly proportion, however, has been re-examined by the County Surgeons, and this has proved beneficial. In other cases, the re-examinations have been on the basis of an exchange of Divisional Surgeon; but there have been others for which there has been no alternative but to allow the Divisional Surgeon to examine his own unit.

INSPECTIONS.

I inspected Brigade units in Hampshire, Herefordshire, the Isle of Wight, and Kent. Field-Marshal The Lord Chetwode accepted an invitation to inspect units of No.1 (Prince of Wales's) District on 3rd July, the Inspection being held in Hyde Park.

WEEK-END CONFERENCE.

The Fourth Annual Conference of Brigade Surgeons took place in London on 30th and 31st October, and attracted a higher total of all ranks than ever before.

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EXTRACT FROM THE REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT-INCHIEF. INSPECTIONS AND VISITS TO COUNTIES. It gave me very much pleasure to have the opportunity of opening the admirable County Headquarters at Cheltenham, and the Exhibition and Fair, which started its tour of the country in that to\vn; the excellent Divisional Headquarters at Amersham; and also the Hampshire County Garden Fete at Winchester; and to vi it the Hampshire County Headquarters. Lady Dunbar-Nasmith inspected the Nursing Divisions on the occasion of the Hertfordshire, Kent, and vVarwickshire County Inspection, and also visited J ersey and Guernsey. he spoke at the opening meeting of a Recruiting Week in Portsmouth. Mrs. Girouard carried out the orth Riding of York hire ounty Inspection, and inspected the nursing personnel at the Cambridgeshire and Sussex County Inspections. She also attended the evenoaks Divisions Church Parade and inspected the ursing Division. Lady Brecknock inspected the Nursing Divisions at the Cornwall County Inspection, and opened the Christmas Fair in Nottingham.

BRIGADE DUTIES. Figures in connection with these duties are not yet available, but from reports which have reached me from time to time, it is evident that our members are continuing to give valuable assistance to the community.

RESIDENTIAL HOSPITAL DUTY. Of the total number of 13 members who undertook resident duty at the Royal Masonic and the Royal Free Hospitals during the summer months, eight were from Bedfordshire.

CIVIL NURSING RESERVE. The Civil Nursing Reserve was closed down when the Health Act came into operation on 5th July. Those members who wished to continue their nursing work were absorbed into the hospital service.

V.A.D. MEMBERS. The demand from the Admiralty for V.A.D.s has continued, and 52 are now serving in Royal Naval Hospitals at home and 9 overseas (3 in Trincomalee, 2 in Malta, and 4 in Hong Kong). In addition, 4 are serving in Military Hospitals at home and 3 in B.A.O.R.

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EXTRACT FROM THE REPORT OF THE CHIEF OFFICER AMBULANCE CADETS. Fifty-three new Ambulance Cadet Divisions were registered during the year, an increase of. fifteen over. last y~ar.'s total. Two new .St~dent Divisions were also regIstered. It IS grahfymg to note that thIS IS the first time for more than ten years that the total number of new Ambulance Cadet Divisions is equal to that of the Nursing Cadets. CADET NATIONAL FINAL COMPETITIONS. Her Royal Highness Princess Margaret, making her first appearance .as Commandant-in-Chief of the Cadets, graciously presented the TrophIes and Prizes at the second Cadet National Final Competitions on the 22nd October. CADET ADVISORY A D OTHER COMMITTEES. The Cadet Advisory Committee continued to function well throughout the year. A new Ambulance Cadet Sub-Committee was formed in June to organize a stall for the choolboys' Own Exhibition in January, 1949. CONFERE CES. As an experimellt, t.wo Officers' Conferences were organized by ~ead quarters during the year. The first was the already well establIshed County / Area Cadet Officers' Meeting, which was held at the Drapers' Hall on the 20t.h larch an account of which appears in the Report of the Chief Officer Nursing Cadets. The second on the week-end of 24th-26th September, at Buxton, Derby hire, was the first. national conference for all ranks of Cadet Officers. COURSES A D MEETINGS. The y ar has seen a most encouraging increase in the number of Regional ountyand rea Training Courses and Days for Cadet Officers, about twenty-five having been organized this year as against a dozen in 1947. CAMPS . Ambulance Cadet Camps held during the year numbered 45. Twice as many Camping Warrants as in 1947 were issued to Ambulance Cadet Officers during 1948. FOREIGN EXCHANGES. Following on the entertainment of French children by our Cadets last year a party of seventy Cadets with Officers spent a fortnight in S.N.C.F. Hostels in the Alps and South of France during April. During the summer 100 French boys and girls of all ages were entertained in camps and Cadets' homes in the following counties: Kent, Sussex, Suffolk, Hertfordshire, Norfolk (Northamptonshire Camp), Surrey, and Somerset.

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These counties all sent Cadets in the H.Q. sponsored party under the command of Dr. Gladys Danby which went to French Railway Hostels in the Alps during the last two weeks of August.

In India a newly-constituted St. John Council of the Association has been set up under the Presidency of H.E. the Governor-General of India, and the Brigade will be under the charge of Raj Kumari Amrit Kaul, the Minister of Health, who will be assisted by Dr. Jivraj N. Mehta as Surgeon-in-Chief, and Miss Tehmina Kaikhushru Adranvala as Lady Su perin tenden t -in -Chief . In Pakistan, H.E. the Governor-General has approved the formation of a Council of the Association for Pakistan and has kindly consented to be President. The Brigade in Pakistan will be under the charge of the Hon. Justice H. B. Tyabji as its Chief Commissioner, and although the details of the working arrangements of Brigade have not yet been finally settled, the formation of the new organization is a tremendous step forward and will be a great incentive to the units of the Brigade in Pakistan, some of which have been carrying on their work since the time of partition without any central direction.

YOUTH CO FERE CES. . Close contact has been maintained with other National Youth Organizations through our representation on the Standing Conference of National Voluntary Youth Organizations and the 18- 30 Conference.

EXTRACT FROM THE REPORT OF CHIEF OFFICER NURSING CADETS. VISIT OF H.R.H. PRINCESS MARGARET, COMMANDANT-IN-CHIEF, AMBULANCE AND NURSI G CADETS, TO CADET NATIO AL FINAL COMPETITIONS. H.R.H. Princess Margaret made her first appearance as Commandantin-Chief, Ambulance and Nursing Cadets at the Central Hall, Westminster, in October, when she graciously presented the cups and prizes at the Cadet National Final Competitions. CADET ADVISORY AND OTHER COMMITTEES. The Cadet Advisory Committee met four times during the year, was again very well attended and has done much useful work. ARTS COMPETITIONS. A Cadet. Drama Competition was inaugurated this year, and the finals were h~ld ill London on the 22nd May. There \vere five teams competing from different parts of the country and Miss Ruth Robinson, who is on the staff of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, acted as Adjudicator. Lady Moyra Browne, in the absence of the Donor, The Earl of Bessborough, presented the cup to the Bridgwater Nursing Cadet Division, Somerset. A special Cadet Party at St. John's Gate was held before Christmas when the various Arts Cups were presented.

THE ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE OVERSEAS. The following is an extract from the Chief Commissioner : The year h~s. been histo~c if only ~y reason of the decisions made by the new I?o~illlOns of India and Pakistan to continue voluntary ambulance serVIce ill the name of the St. John Ambulance Association and the St. John Ambulance Brigade. It is a matter for extreme satisfaction that this decision has been arrived at for it means that the 17 000 members who were in the Brigade in undivided India will continue u'nbroken their splendid service in the name of St. John.

STRE TGTH. During the year 61 Adult Divisions (39 Ambulance and 22 Nursing) and 62 new Cadet Divisions (28 Ambulance and 34 Nursing) have been formed, but the loss of Burma referred to above, and other adjustments, has resulted in a decrease in membership, and the strength of the Brigade Overseas at 31st December, 1948, was : Ambulance ursing *Cadet Ambulance "'Cadet Nursing Grand total

Divisions. Personnel. 1,207 34,434 651 10,830 1,858 45,264 420 8,176 393 6,736 14,912 813 2,671

60,716

"'Including Crusader/Student Divisions.

SERVICE MEDALS. During the year, 382 members of the Brigade Overseas were awarded the Service Medal of the Order and 217 members the Bar to the Service Medal. TOURS. On the 30th December, 1948, I left England by air for an official visit to the Brigade ~ the Colony of Hong Kong, Federation of Malaya and the Colony of Su:gapore, when I had the honour of carrying to our members the greetmgs of Her Majesty The Queen, Commandant-in-Chief of our Nursing Divisions, H.R.H. The Grand Prior, H.R.H. The Princess Margaret, Commandani.-in-Chief Cadet Divisions, the Lord Prior and the Great Officers of the Order. The Report of this tour "vill be printed and circulated separately.

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EXHIBITION. It gives me pleasure to refer to the opening of the St. John Exhibition at St. James's Palace in May, 1948, for it included exhibits presented by Canada, Malta, and Malaya depicting the work of the Brigade in those places. During the three days the Exhibition was open the overseas exhibits were the centre of much interest and were a valuable symbol of the Commonwealth-wide nature of the work of the Brigade. I was greatly honoured on the occasion of the opening day of the Exhibition to be able to have the privilege of showing the overseas exhibits to Her Majesty The Queen and to present those overseas members who were on duty on that occasion. MIXED DIVISIO s. For the first time in the history of the Brigade it has been agreed that in certain circumstances units composed of both men and women might be formed. This, I feel, will be of value in tho e out-lying places oversea where it is impossible to obtain sufficient member hip for both an Ambulance and a Nursing Division. VISITORS. It was a matter for satisfaction to meet many members from overseas during the year, and those that were able to attend function of the Brigade at Home, such as the Annual Inspection of the No.1 District, in Hyde Park, the Finals of the Brigade Competitions, and the Finals of the Cadet Competitions were very greatly impres ed by the efficiency and enthusiasm shown on these occasions, and all very much appreciated being allowed to attend. I would here express my gratitude to all Officers and lembers of the Brigade at Home for the kindness and help they invariably xt nd to our members from overseas. During the year anum ber of mem b r of the Brigade at Home have paid visits overseas and have everywhere received a warm welcome from their colleagues in the Brigade O"ersea , and I am very highly appreciative of the great kindne s shown to such visitors. CADETS. I t was a matter for great congratulation that H .R.H. The Princess Margaret kindly consented to accept the position of Commandant-in-Chief of Cadets both at Home and Overseas. The Cadets of the Brigade Overseas are most proud to have Her Royal Highness as their Commandant. The unfortunate postponement of the Royal Tour of Australia and New Zealand has brought great disappointment to our Cadets, who had hoped by the warmth of their welcome to Her Royal Highness to express their loyalty both to Her Royal Highness and to the Brigade. The Chancellor of the Order, Colonel Sir Edwin King, K.C.B ., C.M.G., has offered a prize each year for the Cadet who submits the best Essay on the Order. Cadets of the Brigade Overseas are eligible to enter for the competition, and I am glad to know that for the first competition this year 16 entries were received from overseas.

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Cadet Day, 16th October, was observed by the Brigade Overseas as was it at Home. In each country where the Cadets are established various functions were held on Cadet Day, including parades, rallies, demonstrations, visits to Hospitals, etc. In Canada, H.E. The Viscountess Alexander of Tunis delivered a broadcast on Cadet Day, and in Australia a broadcast included greetings from the Cadets in Australia to the Cadets at Home and a special greeting to H.R.II. The Princess Margaret. Included in the broadcast was a programme of singing by Ambulance and Nursing Cadets. During the year 174 adets of the Brigade Overseas gained the Grand Prior's Badge, making a total of 1,689 Badges issued to the Brigade Overseas. Of this number, 1,535 have been issued to New Zealand, which still holds the fine record of having gained more Grand Prior's Badges than the rest of the Empire. AUSTRALIA. In all Districts within the Priory the Brigade has continued to flourish and although there have been no outstanding increases in strength, a great deal of active work has been performed and there are bright prospects for the future. An Inter-State Competition was held at Hobart, at which South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia, and Tasmania were represented. The Competition was won by the vVestern Australia team. I am very glad indeed that it has proved possible to form a second I ursing Division of the Brigade in Queensland.

CANADA. Among the many varied activities of the Brigade in Canada, which range from public duty at ski-ing events to blood-typing in industry, one of the most outstanding during 1948 was the duty performed by the Brigade on the occasion of the serious floods in June in British Columbia, when over 3,000 cases were treated by Brigade personnel. A highly successful Dominion Ambulance and Nursing Conference has been held during the year when matters concerning the well-being of the Brigade have been fully discussed by delegates from all parts of Canada. I am glad to note that there has been a steady growth in the strength of the Cadet Movement in Canada-10 new Cadet Divisions and 1 new Crusader Nursing Divisions having been formed during the year. INDIA AND PAKISTAN. I have already referred to the future organization of the Brigade in India and Pakistan, but I feel I should make it clear that during the whole period of upheaval following the dividing of India, the members of the Brigade have continued to give magnificent service, often in circumstar:-ces of great difficulty. This service has included duty performed dunng riots, epidemics (including small-pox and cholera), and at refugee camps.

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EW ZEALAND. The Brigade in New Zealand has maintained its high standard of strength and efficiency while the considerably increased cal.ls on the Brigade for public duty have all been met through the contmued fine efforts of our members. In 19-18, for the first time in New Zealand, Dominion Competitions in First Aid and Home Nursing have. been held. These were staged at Dunedin in recognition of the centenmal year of Otago and this was the more appropriate in that it was. at Dunedin that the first Division of the Brigade Overseas was formed ill the year 1892. SOUTH AFRICA. One of the features of the year in South Africa was the granting of a separate Brigade Command to the South African Railways and the elevation of the Railway Sub-Districts of the Brigade to the status of Districts. A highly successful conference was held at Victoria Fall, Rhodesia, in October, at which matters concerning the Brigade \vere discussed by delegates from the various Districts. A highly successful function was held on the 12th May, 1948, when H.E. The Governor-General, The Rt. Hon. G. Brand van Zyl, the Prior of the Order in Southern Africa, laid the foundation stone of the new Headquarters Building of the vVitwatersrand and outhern Transvaal Centre and District. I would particularly mention the plendid response of the Brigade to calls for assistance following the tornado which caused severe damage at Roodepoort on 26th November. Within 17 minutes of.a broadca t appeal a fully-equipped ambulance was at the scene of the dlsa~ter, and further personnel arrived shortly afterwards. Members of the Bngade performed outstanding service in treating and transporting casualties, caring for the homeless, and distributing comforts. UNGROUPED DISTRICTS. BARBADOS. There has been no change in the number of Division in the Barbados District and the membership and activity has been well maintained. Their Excellencies Sir Hilary and Lady Blood have continued their kind interest, and His Excellency inspected the Divisions at a District Parade and expressed his complete satisfaction at the turn-out. Among the duties performed during the year was that of helping to provide food and clothing for sufferers in the disastrous fire at St. Lucia. Over 336 crates and cases were dispatched; the first consignment leaving within a few hours of the news of the fire being received. BERMUDA. I was very pleased to have the opportunity during the year to meet Colonel Earl, the Assistant Commissioner, and Lady Hall, the Lady District Superintendent of the Bermuda District, and to learn something of their difficulties in the post-war period and to know of their plans for the future of the Brigade.

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CEYLON. I was very sorry that on his retirement from public service Dr. S. F. Chellappah, O.B.E., resigned his appointment as Assistant Commissioner of the Ceylon District, in which position he has given long and valuable service to the Brigade. I am very glad to welcome his successor, Dr. VI. G. Wickramasinghe, on taking over the leadership of the Brigade in this Dominion. CYPRUS. The Cyprus Police Corps of the Brigade has had a year of intensive activity during which the strength has increased by 68 members and much useful first aid work has been carried out. I am glad to report that a Division has been formed at the Cyprus Mines Corporation and that there is a prospect of others being formed among the civilian population. An Investiture of Members of the Order was carried out by Sir Harry Luke, R.C.M.G., when he visited the island in March, 1948. EAST AFRICA. Kenya.-Great efforts are being made in Kenya by our Commissioner, Sir Godfrey Rhodes, and by the Lady District Officer, Mrs. Haggie, to extend the membership of the Brigade. No new Divisions have yet been registered, as efforts are first being made to increase the activities of the Association by forming clas es of instruction, but if the efforts now made meet the success that they deserve, I feel sure there will be a great increase in the Brigade in Kenya in the near future. There is no doubt that there is a real need for the work of the Association and Brigade in this rapidly developing Colony. Tallganyika.-Colonel \Y. A. Muller, C.M.G., whose keen interest in the work of the Brigade has been manifest in Ceylon and Trinidad, has been appointed in charge of the Tanganyika District in which the Brigade is now being reorganized. There has been no outstanding change in the position in Uganda and Zanzibar, where the Brigade continues its work under the efficient leadership of 1\1r. C. V. Curtis and Colonel A. M. Bell respectively. FI] I. I regret that Dr. J. C. R. Buchanan, C.M.G., the Assistant Commissioner, and Mrs. Buchanan, who served the Brigade as a Lady Divisional Superintendent, have left Fiji and I would here express my gratitude to them for their keen interest in our work. Dr. J. Hamilton Beattie is very kindly carrying on the charge of the District until the arrival of Dr. Cruikshank, the new Assistant Commissioner. I would welcome Dr. Cruikshank to this position and express my deep thanks to Dr. Hamilton Beattie not only for carrying on the work at the present time but also for his long and devoted service. I would express too my great appreciation of the help given by Their Excellencies Sir Brian and Lady Freeston. The strength of the Brigade has been kept up but the Cadet Divisions, although maintaining their membership, are having difficulty in obtaining officers to take charge of them. E

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A further step has been made in the reconstruction of the District, following the war, by the registration of two Police Ambulance Divisions, and I congratulate Captain D. S. Gowing, the Officer in charge of the District, upon the success which has attended his efforts. HONG KONG. The recovery of the Brigade in Hong Kong fonowing the years of Japanese occupation has been remarkable, and the highly sati factory state of this District is one of the most encouraging signs of the post-war period. Practically all of the pre-war Divisions have been revived under their original titles. This result reflects the highe t credit upon all 'who have worked so whole-heartedly to rebuild the St. John organization. Great credit belongs to the Commi sioner, Mr. A. el Arculli, Assistant Commissioner Major 1. B. Trevor, M.C., and Di trict urgeon Dr. Arthur Woo in particular for the present high efficiency of this di trict. I regret very much that the Commissioner of the immediate pre-war period, Mr. E. Raymond, who was interned during the whole of the occupation, has died. JAMAICA. The membership of the Brigade in Jamaica has been maintained at practically the same level as last year in spite of the loss cau ed through some members leaving the island. His Excellency Sir John Huggins very kindly carried out an Inyc titure at King's House, when among those invested were Lady Huggins and the Commissioner of the District, Dr. Eric Hoerman. Duty performed by the Brigade included the provision of medical orderlies at the Army and Royal Air Force Cadet Camp, when the services of the Brigade were again highly appreciated. MALAYA A D SINGAPORE. It has been decided to divide the St. John organization in what was formerly known as Malaya to conform with the political structure, and the Singapore District has therefore been made a separate command. The work of reviving the Association and the Brigade in the Federation of Malaya and Colony of Singapore is being continued, but because of the unsettled state of the country, progress has not been so rapid as was hoped. Dr. D. A. B. Hopkin has been appointed Commissioner of the newly-formed Singapore District, to which he returns in February after a stay in this country. I would express my good wishes to him on his appointment as he takes over this most difficult task. Dr. R. B. MacGregor, C.M.G., will remain as Commissioner for the Federation of Malaya, with headquarters at Kuala Lumpur, and I am grateful for his continued efforts to re-establish the Brigade. MALTA. Following the reorganization carried out by the Commissioner, Lieut.Colonel J. V. Abela, M.B .E., in 1947, the Brigade in Malta has made great

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strides in both strength and activity. The District now has a strength of 13 Ambulance Divisions and 12 Nursing Divisions, with a membership of 873. In addition, for the first time in Malta it has proved possible to form Cadet Divisions, and 6 have been formed during the year with a membership of 104; a most splendid start for this new venture. It was a matter for great pride that the Chapter-General of the Order awarded a Vote of Thanks on Vellum to the Association and Brigade in Malta in recognition of the magnificent achievements during the war. The Brigade in Malta has bcen greatly honoured also this year by the kind acceptance of the high offices of Patroness and President by the Countess l\1ountbatten of Burma and by the Prime Minister of Malta, Dr. P. Boffa. That the Countess J\Iountbatten, whose great services for St. John are known throughout the Commonwealth, and the Prime Minister of 1\lalta should be directly associated ,vith the Malta District will be a source of the greatest inspiration to our members. The greatest thanks are also due to Admiral Sir Algernon \Villis, the retiring President, for his tremendous help to the Malta District. I have referred in earlier reports to the great interest taken in our work by our Patron, His Excellency Sir Francis Douglas, and by our Lady Prcsident of Nursing Divisions, Her Excellency Lady Douglas. Their Excellencie interest and encouragement given during the whole of the time they havc been in Malta will always be highly appreciated. The scheme introduced in 1947 whereby units of the Brigade in Malta sought afEliation with units of the Brigade at Home has continued and there are now 13 such affiliations. The number of Iedical Comforts Depots now operated by the Brigade in lalta has risen to five, and this work and that of the Hospital Libraries has been carried out with great enthusiasm. MAURITIUS. As I foreshadO\\'cd in my report last year, a new District has been formed in Iauritius and a Division registered from among the Police. I am grateful to Mr. R. Tottenham, C.B.E., and Dr. J. Maingard for kindly agreeing to be District Superintendent and District Surgeon respectively of the new District, and it is also a matter for great encouragement that H.E. Sir Donald McKenzie Kennedy, K.C.M.G., has accepted the office of President of the Association and the Brigade. IERRA LEONE. I am lJleased to say that Dr. F. MacLagan, the Director of Medical Services, has accepted the appointment of District Superintendent in charge of this new District of the Brig3.de Overseas, and progress has already been made by the formation of a new Division among the Police. CONCLUSION. I would conclude by expressing once again my appreciation of the devoted service of the Lady Superintendent-in-Chief of the Brigade Overseas, the Hon . Mrs. Copland-Griffiths, who maintains the greatest possible interest in the work of the Nursing Divisions, and my thanks to

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the Secretary of the Brigade Overseas who has served mos t efficien tly for the nineteen years I have been privileged to be Chief Commis ioner. I would also pay the very highest tribute to all Officers and Members of the Brigade Overseas for their continued loyal and devoted services in the name of St. John at a time when ever-increasing demands are being made on their services. JAMES L. SLEEMAN, Chief Com'missioner Brigade Overseas .

REPORT OF THE LADY SUPERINTENDENT-I - IIIEF. Extract from the Report of the Lady uperintendent-in- hief Overseas : There are at present 651 adult Nur ing Divi ions, and 393 Cad t 1 ur ing Di.visions. It is a matter of great gratification to know that our work i to continue in India under the name of St. John, and that it i to be aclmini_tered by no less important a person than the Minister for Health. Our oldestablished Divisions continue with their invaluable work in some of th big cities, such as Calcutta, Bombay, and Madra, 'while quite a gratifying number of new formations are recorded in other centres. This year has also clarified the St. John situation in Parkisfan, and the Brigade organization has been set up to take charge of the already existing Divisions, all of which have been ever renowned for their loyalty to our ideals; and to form new ones. Two of the Priories, Canada and South Africa have held Conferences for senior lady officers. In Canada, this was the second to be held, and it is hoped to' make it an annual event, held in each Province in turn. When one considers the size of Canada, and the distance that mo t delegates must travel, it is indeed wonderful to think that every Province sent one or more delegates, and that Cadet Officers also attended. In South Africa the Conference was equally well attended and all the delegates returned home feeling they had gained much by the experience. In both Priories the Nursing Divisions flourished, and Cadet are especiall y successful. It is a pleasure to report the formation of a Nursing Division in Queensland. The other Districts of the Brigade in the Priory for Australia, and in the Commandery of Western Australia, continue their splendid service. In New Zealand a number of Cadet Nursing Divisions have been disbanded, but in most cases these seemed redundant and rather small in personnel, so perhaps fewer and larger Divisions are now desired. The Nursing Divisions are as assiduous as ever in their public duties. In Malta C.C. we now have four Cadet ursing Divisions; and our members there are profitting very greatly from the active advice and encouragement of their Patroness, the Countess Mountbatten of Burn1a, C.l., G.B .E., D.C.V.O., Superintendent-in-Chief of the Nursing Corps and Divisions of the Brigade at Home.

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Great efforts are being made in J<enya to reform Nursing Divisions, and our Lady District Officer, Mrs. Haggie, is doing wonderful work for the Association in arranging classes for Africans. Bermuda maintains good progress, and annual competitions are now held, which prove a great incentive towards efficiency. Jamaica shows many examples of outstanding public duty, and our nursing members are to be congratulated upon their regular attendance at all sporting events; often at considerable inconvenience to themselves, and in the face of great transport difficulties. The Nursing Divisions in Barbados carryon with keenness and efficiency. The acceptance by H.R.H. The Princess Margaret of the position of Commandant-in-Chief of Cadets has been received as the great honour it indeed i by all Cadets Overseas. Canada, ~ra1ta G.C., and Malaya contributed models for the St. John Exhibition, opened by Her Majesty The Queen at St. James's Palace in May. The introduction of the principle of (( Mixed Divisions" of men and women should prove a boon in scattered communities in certain of the Colonies, and of the Priories too. I cannot alude to the revival of the Brigade in Ho ng Kong without bringing i1: an event that is taking place in 1949 and not in the year under revIew-namely your own vi it. Already reports are arriving of the tremendous incentive your official visit has given to our keen office.rs and member. And the same will apply to your visit to Malaya, now m progress. A number of officers and members of the Brigade Overseas have visited Britain in 1948, and I have been fortunate in being able to meet the majority. The opening of L John House is one of the most far-seeing acts ever performed by the Order. This very real and happy home from home will be a boon to all Overseas members, a ,,-ell as to us who live in Britain; and already Overseas members have stayed there and have been most enthusia tic about its comfort and hospitality. I cann~t end this short report without thanking tho e to whom lowe so mu~h m the performance of my duties in the Brigade. Miss Barbara StanclIffe, .S.ST.} ., my Secretary, has performed another year of tireless ~nd devoted service; Mr. G. F. Quilter, O.ST.}., Brigade Overseas Secretary, IS always ready to supply information and facts with the greatest kindness; Captain A. N. Cahusac, O.B.E., O.ST.}., Chief Secretary of the Association, is always helpful. \Vhile I am unable properly to express my very real appreciation of the loyalty and efficiency of all our Officers and Members, whose devotion to the cause of voluntary aid to the sick and suffering is the admiration of all. I have the honour to be, Sir, Your obedient Servant, URSULA COPLAND-GRIFFITHS,

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SUBORDINATE ESTABLISHMENTS OF THE ORDER. Priory of Scotland.

The following is an extract from the nnual Report of the Priory of Scotland : During 1948 the Priory has continued the work begun in the previous year : (1) The Order of St. john Foundation Hospital; (2) Medical Comforts Depots; (3) The collection of funds for the Ophthalmic Hospital in jerusalem; (4) The Library. In addition to the Glasgow Committee of the Priory, wh!ch t~is year has maintained their :l\1edical Comforts Depots and orgamzed, ill conjunction with Lord Inverclyde, the very success~ul Ball, Chapter. has formed the Edinburgh Committee, under the gUIdance of the PnoryTreasurer and the Lord Provost of Edinburgh, and has sanctioned an Aberdeen Committee under the Chairmanship of Major Malcolm Vivian Hay. Considerable progress has also been ma.de by' Priory-Coun~il, in conjunction with Mr. Cameron-Head of Inverallort, ill the formatIOn of Mountain Rescue Squads. The Festival of St. john will, in 1919, be held in Edinburgh on \Vednesday, the 8th june. The day will commence with a celebrat~on of the Holy Communion in St. Giles' Cathedral, followed by a meetmg of Chapter. In the afternoon the Commemoration ~ervice ,:r:ill take place in St. Giles' Cathedral and the General As embly ill the CIty hambers. The Lord Provost and the Magistrates of the City of Edinburgh have kindly invited the Order to tea after the General A?sembly an~l to a Reception in the Music Hall of the Assembly Rooms m the vemng. During 1949, Chapter will meet on the following \Vedne day : 16th March, 8th june, 21st September, and 21st December; \yhile .Counril will meet on the second \Vednesdays of january, February, Apnl, 1\lay, july, August, October, and November. l\1embers?f Chapter and of Council are asked to do their best to attend the meetmgs. The carrying on of the humanitarian work of the Order depends largely on the charitable gifts of the Members of the Priory and its friends. r~he Priory-Chapter tenders its grateful thanks to the Chancellor, Major Forrest Hamilton, for the gift of a roll-top desk and secretary's table for the Chapter Hall; to the Priory-Treasurer, Sir \Villiam Thomson, ~or a typewriter; to Miss Buchanan Barbour for an organ; to the subscnbers whose names are published later in the report, and to all others who, by their interest and help, have assisted in the work of the Venerable Order. THE FESTIVAL OF ST. JOHN, 1948. On the Eve of St. john's Day, Priory-Chapter met in the Chapter Hall at the Chancery of the Order in Scotland. Prior to the meeting, Chapter attended a celebration of the Holy Communion in the Chapel of The Park Church, Glasgow. In the afternoon Chapter, in their robes, and members of the Order

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went in procession to The Park Church, where a most impressive Commemoration Service was held. Thereafter in the crowded Chapter Hall took place the General Assembly, at which the Prior invested 23 Members of the Order with the insignia of their various grades . TIlE ORDER OF ST. JOHN FOUNDATION HOSPITAL. The Order of St. john Foundation Hospital exists to serve the community by offering a comprehensive hospital service with the amenities and comforts of a nursing home, at such fees as are within the means of those of moderate income. It has been the aim of the Hospital Committee that both pati nts and their friend in the institution should feel at homein the fullest pos ible sense of the word. During the year 316 patients were admitted and 344 discharged, of which 258 were cla sified as well, 43 as improved, and 29 in statu quo. Sixteen out-patients received treatment. 273 operations were performed, of which 63 were major and 210 minor. The average number of beds occupied throughout the year was 10·02; it varied from 4 · 65 in january to 13· 39 in October. ?lIEDICAL CO~fFORTS DEPOTS DEPARTMENT. Steady progress has been made in the past year in this important foundation of The Priory of Scotland, and depots are now functioning in all parts of Scotland from the Orkneys to the Solway, and from the \Vestern I Ie to the East Coa t. Under the .I. Tational Health Service Act (Scotland), 1947, the providing of sick-room requi ites became the duty of Local Health Authorities and, with a view to our co-operation 'w ith these Authorities, the Order offered to organize and open depots wherever required in Scotland. In I irk cud bright hire the County Health Officer accepted our offer and we ha,'e now a depot in the town of Kirkcudbright, whilst others are being organized in other towns in that county. In Inverness, the Burgh \Velfare Officer has organized and is operating a depot within the County Buildings with sati factory results.

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The following is an extract from the Annual Report of the Priory for Wales :ASSOCIATION DEPARTME)l"T. After a sequence of decreasing figures from 1942 to 1947 inclusive, the summary of awards gained in classes held in the Principality during 1948 shows an increase of 12 per cent over 1947, which may 'well mark the beginning of a new period of progress. An optimistic view of the prospect for advancing the dissemination of First Aid instruction is justified by the official recognition of its value by certain Government Departments and nationalized undertakings which are financing the training of a proportion of their staffs. The 886 classes examined or re-examined in

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1948 was 113 more than the 1947 total and included special classes arranged for the Ministries of Labour, Works, and Supply, Prison Officers, Police Training Centre, Post Office personnel, and members of the National Fire Service. Attendance at classes held in the colliery districts of South Wales was encouraged by the incentives introduced by the South-Western Division of the National Coal Board providing for payment by the Board of one pound to mine workers qualifying for a First Aid certificate and lOs. for each subsequent annual requalification. Towards the end of the year the First Aid in Mines Committee appointed a Revision SubCommittee to resume the revision of F irsL A id in Coal i'v1 i Jles which had been left in abeyance until the Headquarter Revision Committee was nearing the completion of its work on First A £d to the InJ'ured, with the object of bringing out both textbooks simultaneously; and it is hoped these will be available in 1949. The second series of special lectures for colliery first aid workers was brought to a conclusion in April, the cost of administration being covered by a grant kindly made by the SouthWestern Divisional Board. The Priory adopted the decision of the Association Committee of the Order to reduce the period of validity of the adult First Aid certificate from five to three years as from the 1st September, and came into line with Headquarters also in revising the examination fees to conform with a recommendation of the British ledical A ociation. No praise can be too high for the generous manner in which members of the medical profession have continued to devote time to the instruction and examination of classes notwithstanding the strain imposed upon them by the National Health Service Act. STUDENTS WHO ATTENDED COURSES OF I::-;rSTRUCTIO

Year.

First Aid.

Prelim. First Aid.

Home Nursing.

Prelim. Home Nursing.

Home Hygiene and Prelim. Home Hygiene.

1948 1947

10,804 9,780

2,337 1,892

901 910

420 442

46 34

Prelill/. Child W elfare. JUinmg. Total.

60 35

14,662 13,134

94 4]

CERTIFICATES AND AWARDS GAINED.

First Aid Certificates . . Preliminary First Aid Certificates Vouchers . Marine Certificates . Home Nursing Certificates . . Preliminary Home Nursing Certificates Home Hygiene Certificates . . Preliminary Home Hygiene Certificates Child Welfare Certificates . . Preliminary Child Welfare Certificates First Aid in Mines Certificates First Aid in Mines Labels Labels Medallions Pendants Totals

1948.

1947.

1,913 1,984 533 79 375 363 13 24

1,497 1,551 370 94 211 363

46 76 6,302 18 446 409

13 15 5,956 23 323 660

12,581

11,112

18 9

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The results in each of the Centres of the Priory are as under : Centre. Anglesey Brecknockshire Caernarvonshire Cardiganshi re Carmarthenshire Denbighshire Flintshire Glamorgan County Aberdare Cardiff . Merthyr Tydfil Rhondda Swansea Monmouthshire ewport Merionethshire Mon tgomeryshire Pembrokeshire Rad norshire Unattached Marine Candidates (First Aid) Totals

Awards Gained.

Number of Students.

Number of Classes. 1948.

1947.

1948.

1947.

1948.

1947.

8 24 29 19 64 48 33 242 41 51 25 38 31 150 16 19 21 19 6 2

10 25 22 25 47 41 23 207 34 55 20 36 27 144 17 8 13 12 5 2

136 274 498 312 1,195 762 400 3,755 765 845 463 626 594 2,489 549 282 291 312 76 38

182 265 370 367 889 615 271 3,338 681 840 392 501 593 2,547 401 240 226 233 143 40

122 244 397 240 1,047 642 367 3,282 657 744 371 519 489 2,129 463 238 249 230 48 24 79

160 230 321 318 750 476 224 2,947 578 714 327 403 499 2,018 324 185 195 184 140 25 94

886

773

14,662

13,134

12,581

11,112

BRIGADE STRENGTH.

fter the disbandment of 24 inactive Divisions, the membership of the Brigade in \Vales stands at 14,839, a decrease of 361 on the 1947 total. One promising aspect of the position is the rise of 351 in the figures for Boy Cadets. During the year 4 mbulance, 1 Nursing, 9 Cadet Ambulance and 6 Cadet Nursing Divisions were registered. The following table summarize the adult and cadet personnel and units : WOMEN.

MEN .

Headquarter Stall. Commissioners . . Assistant Commissioners County Surgeons. . Assistant County Surgeons County Officers. . Corps Officers . Divisional Officers. N.C.O .s Privates

19 29 13 6 62 201 795 670 4,528

Headquarter Staff. . County Superintendents County Officers Corps Officers . Divisional Officers. r .C.O.s Ambulance Sisters

5 9

29 26 343 66 1,552 2,030

Total

6,328

Total Boys. Cadets (including Officers)

GIRLS.

3,959

Cadets (including Officers) PERSONNEL.

UNITS.

Corps. . . Ambulance Divisions Nursing Di visions . Cadet Ambulance Divisions Cadet Nursing Divisions

2,522

52 294 152 172

121

Men . Women Boys . Girls .

6,328 2,030 3,959 2,522 14,839

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As Assistant Surgeon-in-Chief for \Vales: Gwilym Pari Huws, Esq., C.ST.]. , M.B . , CH.B. BRIGADE ACTIVITIES .

First Aid was rendered by Brigade personnel in 81,00G cases. ervices ~ecor~ed under the heading of " Ambulance Transport include 11,6·11 myahds removed, 1,403 road accident, 2,815 other cases and a total mile~ge of 273,665, while 1,922 tr.ansport duties were und rtaken by Nursmg Mem1?ers. Duty hours gIven at hospitals, clini c, nur ries, blood tran fusIOn centres, inclu ive of 1,061 by Cadet s totalled 16,891. Road huts and bo~es are maintained at 57 places; and t he 5 beach huts at coastal ~esorts mclude one at Barry Island where 2,G93 cases \vere treated dunng the summer season while 741 children were cared for at the Creche for lost children. The St. Jolm Exhibition was staged by the Brigade in Ne\,,rport ( ion.) and Aberdare with considerable succes . The Brynmawr Ambulance Division became the second unit in \Vales to qualify. for the Jubilee ~e~t.ificat e , the fir~t award being macle in 1917, to Dowials Ambulance DlVIsIOn, on reachmg its fiftieth birthday. IJ

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The ye,:r ?as witnessed improvements, particularly in a keener sen e of appreClah?n on the part of cadet officers of their respon ibilities a leaders of .an lmportant youth organization, which has been clemonstrated by a growmg desire to participate in the conferences and coursC"s arranged by Headquarters. Over 100 officers welcomed the visit of t.he hid Cadet Officers of the Brigade-at-Home, who were the principal speak r at a one-day conference held in Cardiff in October. " N~tional Cadet Day was celebrated in vaIious parts of the country ~y rallies and other function~ which served as a mean of focusing publi~c mterest . A larger proportIOn of both ambulance and nursinO' units ~rrange~ summer camps; and several Divisions adopted the u~official mnovatIOn which originated in \Vales, known as the " adct Parents Associat~on ", .by enrolling the parent.s as an organized body responsible for certam socIal aspects of cadet work. IJ

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~ompet~tions organized by Priory Headquarters included the Welsh ~ngade Fmals for Adul~ and C~det teams, the Welsh Railways competihon, and t~e. Roy.al Naho.n al EIsteddfod events. The privilege of staging t he com,reht.IOns m the C:ty Hall ~nd the association of the Lord Mayor

of CardIff With the funchons, whIch are open to the general public is recorded with gratitude. ' SERVICE MEDALS AND BARS .

and 1 SIxth Bars.

AMBULANCE HALLS.

BRIGADE APPOINTMENTS .

The following appointments were approved by the Prior :As Surgeon-in-Chief for \Vales: Edgar Llewellyn, Esq., K.ST .].,

A~ards during 1 9~8 brought the total SerVIce ~edals, 754 FIrst Bars, 304 Second,

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recipients in Wales to 1,734 140 Third, 49 Fourth, 8 Fifth

The acquisition of a Headquarters by the Abercam Division brought the number of Ambulance Halls to 94, in addition to which 11 collieryowned premises are placed at the free disposal of local Brigade units. The possession by the Brigade of a permanent home of its own is the keynote of success in tmvn or village, and particularly where Cadet expansion is taking place alongside of Ambulance and Nursing units; and while t.he opportunities for bui1ding or acquiring properties were never more rest.ricted, several enterprising units have schemes in hand or are raising funds ready to launch out in more propitious times. A measure of grant aid was obtainable by the Priory in years past from the Special Areas grant and later the Miners' Welfare Commission; and it was good ne'ws to the Divisions concerned to learn that the Divisional \VeHare Committee, South-\Vestern Division, National Coal Board, which had decided to make no further grants for ambulance purposes, was still prepared t.o investigate some half-dozen applications which had been submitted to the District \VeHare Committee of the 1iners' \Velfare Commission prior to 10th November, 1945. MEDI CAL

CO~lFORTS

DEPOTS .

The coming into force of the National Health Service Act has not affected the practical operation of the Medical Comforts Depots in Wales, though one ounty Council, namely Glamorgan, undertook to set up its own Depots at eight centres, no account being taken in its proposals of the Depots functioning under the Priory in this county. The lack of premise made it impossible to give in1mediate effect to these plans, and it was eventually arranged that the Council would employ the St. John Depots until due notice was given to terminate the arrangement. As the Council decided to make a free issue to the public, the Priory Depots are being reimbursed in respect of the hire charges which would normally accrue, special records being kept by Officers-in-Charge of Depots in support of the claims presented by the Priory on their behalf. The only other county which has undertaken a free issue is Monmouthhire, where all the existing Depots were taken into the County Council scheme ; and an annual grant of £5 to cover administration, plus £3 for replacements, total £8 per depot, was agreed upon subject to revision at the end of six months, during which time experience has indicated the need for revision of the replacement grant, which has proved inadequate. The number of Depots operating under the Priory at the end of 1948 was 159, after taking into account the closing of 4 and the opening of 2 new ones in Monmouthshire. AMBULANCE TRANSPORT SERVICE .

With the implementation of the National Health Service Act, on the 5th July, 1948, the network of St. J ohn Ambulances covering the greater part of the South Wales Coalfield ceased to function as a Department of ~he Priory for \Vales. The Priory Ambulance Transport Service, set up m 1918 and extended year by year until it embraced 23 stations with 30 ambulances and a permanent staff of nearly 60, was dealing with

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conveyances at a rate of 34,000 cases and an aggregate mileage of over 50,0000 a year when the provision of ambulance transport became the responsibility of the County Health Authorities. These Authorities would readily admit that it would have been impossible to have fulfilled their obligation adequately without the benefit of the co-operation and equipment of the organization which had evolved an unique system of co-ordinated ambulance transport and had dealt with a total of 365,059 patients, involving 6,353,273 miles from inception. Before entering into negotiations with the Authorities with a view to co-operation on an agency basis, the Priory had taken steps to become affiliated to the Home Service Ambulance Committee of the Joint Committee of the Order of St. John and British Red Cross Society, which has supplied ambulances to Divisions or Detachments of the Order or Society mainly in the rural areas, where they have been operated by the voluntary personnel of the responsible unit. This enabled the \i\Telsh Home Service Ambulance Committee, whose chairman is also the Principal Secretary, to place 100 ambulances, including replacement vehicles, at the disposal of the Authorities in \Yales. The culmination of the arrangements is that the Joint Welsh Home Service and Priory for \Vales Transport Department has undertaken responsibility as ole or part agents for the provision, operation, and maintenance of 47 ambulances at 42 stations (with 9 spare ambulances) in the following counties of South Wales :Agency. Sole Sole Part Part Sole Sole

County. Breconshire . Carmarthenshire Glamorgan . Monmouthshire . Pembrokeshire . Radnorshire Totals

Cases. lIIileage. (5th July to 31 sl D ecember, 1948.) 218 6,63 8,313 120,752 9,751 146,124 1,833 3 .1 0 1,625 37,976 132 4, 16 21,872

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Priory in Southern Africa.

REPORT OF THE PRIORY CHAPTER FOR THE YEAR 1948. General. The following is an extract from the Report of the Priory in Southern Africa :The Rt. Hon. The Earl of Clarendon continues to represent the Priory on the Council of Chapter-General. The Priory Chapter welcomes as members of Priory Chapter, Major E. H. Honeywill, Colonel E. ]. Hamlin, Colonel O. L. Shearer, Colonel G. G. Ewer, and Brigadier W . H. du Plessis. A Dedication Service was held in the St. George's Cathedral, Cape Town, on Sunday, 18th January. His Excellency the Prior accompanied by the Sub-Prior and members of Chapter entered the Cathedral in procession. After the Service His Excellency the Prior and Mrs. van Zyl, President of the Nursing Divisions, together with the Sub-Prior and their Royal

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Highnesses the Earl of Athlone and Princess Alice, stood on the steps of the Cathedral for the march past of about 400 members of the Brigade. Among the distinguished visitors present were: Viscount and Viscountess Elibank, the latter a Dame of Justice; Lord Kemsley, a Knight of the Order; the Administrator and Mrs. Carinus, and the Mayor and Mayoress of Cape Town. His Excellency the Prior and Mrs. van Zyl, President of the Nursing Divisions, attended the Annual Inspection of the Cape of Good Hope District and the S.A.R. and H. Cape Western District of the St. John Ambulance Brigade at the Showground Oval, at Rosebank, on Saturday, 17th April, 1948. On \\'ednesday, 12th May, His Excellency the Prior laid the foundation stone of the new headquarters building of the vVitwatersrand and Southern Transvaal entre in Johannesburg. The nnual Conference of the Ambulance Association was held at Victoria Falls from the 12th to 14th September. The transfer of all stores of the Central Requisite Store to the control of the Ambulance Department, Johannesburg, was completed during the year. The Call of t. J ohn continues to cover all aspects of St. John work within the Priory area and the Editorial Committee have maintained and improved on the high standard of this interesting and instructive journal. The monthly circulation is now 4,700 copies. ST. JOHl OPHTHALMIC FOU DATION. The success of the t.. John Ophthalmic Foundation, the training centre in outhern Africa from which the campaign against preventable blindness will emanate, seems to be assured. Interest in the Appeal is growing steadily and the public is responding very generously. The Ophthalmic Institution i to be built on a main road to Johannesburg, 12 miles from the city, on a 40 acre site donated by the City Council. It is hoped that building operations on the first unit of the Institution, i.e. clinics for treating out-patients, will start in the near future. This will be the first and only training centre for ophthalmologists in Southern Africa. Several municipalities and two of the four Provinces have already made substantial grants to this great project for which £500,000 is needed. The South frican Government has its contribution under consideration. REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF AMBULANCE AND PRIORY COMMISSIONER FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER, 1948. A review of the work of the Association and Brigade for the year 1948 discloses that the post-war inclinations of the public towards the acquiring of a knowledge of First Aid and other kindred subjects and of enrolling for public service are still at a low ebb and there is not yet the response which was expected. In all Centres the Committees and Senior Officers of the Brigade are !llaintaining their high standard of keenness and efficiency and every Inducement is being afforded those desirous of taking part in our work. The various reports seem to indicate that the loss of the voluntary workers who joined for the purpose of rendering service during the war

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has now reached a basic point and our organization, whilst smaller in numbers, now comprises a personnel interested in the rendering of service to humanity under peace-time conditions for the love of the cause. In so far as the Association is concerned, the returns show that the number of certificates issued was some 1,280 less than the previous year. The number of certificates issued in the higher grades, however (i.e. voucher medallions, etc.), indicates that the members of the Brigade are taking their annual re-examinations seriously and in this way maintaining their efficiency. In the Brigade the number of divisions does not reflect any change. The membership, however, shows a loss of 476 Ambulance men and 514 nurses, and 30 Nursing Cadets against which the Ambulance Cadets reflect an increase of 120. It is gratifying to note that the Cadets are still maintaining their position as it is realized that this is the source upon which future development of the Brigade depends. As a direct indication that the work in outhern frica is being consolidated and of the confidence with which the Committees and Officers in the various Centres have in their work, it is gratifying to be able to refer to the properties which are being acquired and headquarters erected at the various Centres.

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SUMMARY OF ACTI VITIES DURING THE YEAR (continued)

During. 1947. (6) Certificates AwardedFirst Aid: Adult Preliminary Home Nursing: Adult Preliminary Health and Hygiene: Adult Preliminary Sanitation . Child Welfare: Adult . Preliminary . Occupational Therapy Demonstrators Voucher MedalJlOn Label. Pendant Total

From Formation. of Centre.

21 893 597 2,738 1,139

117,473 27,161 26,753 6,931 1,261 68 21 198 293 97 679 16,466 17,616 44,120 23,965

14,635

283, 102

5,641 2,287 680 580 23 7 13 16

The Priory in New Zealand. SUMMARY OF ACTIVITIES DURI G YEAR. Adult. (1) Number of Classes heldFirst Aid 405 Home Nursing 89 Health and Hygiene 3 Child Welfare 3 Other.

Preliminary. 134 45

500 Total

(2) Ambulance Depots, First Aid Posts, First Aid Stations, etc.Number in existence Number established during the year Number of cases treated (3) Medical Comforts DepotsNumber in existence Number of articles loaned, etc. (4) TransportNumber of ambulances Miles covered Patients transported (5) St. John Ambulance BrigadeNumber of Divisions Personnel: Ambulance men . Nurses Cadets: Ambulance Nursing

180 680

VISIT OF THEIR MAJESTIES A D H.R.H. THE PRINCESS MARGARET.

Extensive preparations had been made by the Order in New Zealand to provide all the facilities necessary for rendering First Aid and giving other assi tance at all gatherings which were expected right through New Zealand during Their l\fajesties' visit . It had been hoped that l\Iembers of the Priory would have the opportunity of meeting Their Majesties and that H.R.II. Princess Margaret might attend a special parade of Cadets. Members learn d therefore with deep regret that the illness of His Majesty The King prevented the visit in the meantime, but they confidently look fonvard to another date being shortly announced for a Royal Visit. DISTRICT COUNCILS.

47 6 93,054

Active implementing of the policy adopted in New Zealand to set up these Councils has been delayed until the full effects of the new Statutes of the Order can be studied. The e Councils will be in operation early in 1949 and should assist materially in carrying out the \vork of the Order.

21 821 28 108,570 16,481

I VESTITURES.

530 5,459 2,553 1,909 2,131 12,052

(a) Dunedin.-His Excellency The Prior conducted a very colourful Investiture in the First Church, Dunedin, as part of the Centennial Celebrations of the city of Dunedin, on the 28th February, 1948. His Excellency was attended by the Sub-Prior, Sir James Elliott, and Members of the Priory Chapter. The gathering was a notable one, those present including Her Excellency Lady Freyberg, The Rt. Hon. Peter Fraser, Prime Minister of New Zealand, and other prominent Parliamentary, Church, Legal, Civic, and Military dignitaries.

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(b) Auckland.-His Excellency The Prior again conducted an Investiture in St. Mary's Cathedral, Auckland, on St. John's Day. His Excellency had previously agreed that this Investiture could take place in a combined service, and a very large attendance of Members of the Order, Association, and Brigade took part in this investiture held together with the yearly proceedings of the St. John's Day service. The experiment proved a most successful one, losing nothing in dignity. The addres by Archbishop Averill, a Prelate of the Order, who has taken the St. John 's Day addresses in Auckland for twenty-five years, was most inspiring. PRESENTATION OF PRIORY CHAIR.

The Commissioner, Officers, and Members of the Brigade in the Wellington District handed over to His Excellency the Prior a specially carved chair for the use of the Prior. The chair was pre ented to the Priory Commissioner, Mr. F. \V. \Vard, at the special function held in the Priory Rooms, who then handed it to His Excellency the Prior, after the Sub-Prior had informed Their Excellencies of the desire of the Brigade in the vVellington District to make a contribution to the furni hings of the proposed Priory building. PRIORY BUILDING.

Determined efforts are being made to acquire a site in Wellington for the erection of a Priory building as soon as possible under existing conditions, which will be suitable for the Headquarters work of the Priory, as well as housing all the local work of the Association and Brigade. Full co-operation is being extended by the Association and the Brigade in Wellington, and the acquisition of a site and the erection of a building is accounted the first requirement of the Priory in New Zealand. OPHTHALMIC HOSPITAL COLLECTIONS .

Members are grieved to learn of the damage being done to the Hospital and they sincerely trust that the time may shortly come when the Hospital can be reopened. LADIES LINE N GUILD.

The Linen Guild decided during the year that, as their services for the Hospital in Jerusalem were not required they should continue their efforts and gather clothing and gifts, preferably to be distributed through children's hospitals in London. Some fine cases of goods were sent and the acknowledgments received from England indicate how much their efforts were appreciated. PRIORIES OVERSEAS.

The Priory in New Zealand is deeply appreciative of the helpful contact established with the Priories in South Africa, Canada, and Australia, and it is very pleased to enjoy communications with the Priories in Scotland and Wales. ASSOCIATION ACTIVITIES.

The majority of Association Centres have been experiencing somewhat difficult times owing to the fact that the proposals of the Government for Ambulance Transport Services have not been announced. We are assured that the Order will not only be expected to continue to operate its present services, but to extend them, and the assurances would indicate that the

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extensive Ambulance Transport work should form a great part of the activities of our many Centres. Because the proposals of the Government were not announced the Associations have had difficulty in meeting their financial obligations because of the falling off of voluntary contributions, but it is hoped that in 1949 the Order will be able to co-operate with the Government's proposals but also retain the large voluntary conhibutions of money and services now enjoyed under the voluntary system . The work of tuition is proceeding quietly. It is interesting to note, however, that a much greater number of text books are being .sold. q.reat interest is being shown in the proposed new course on Industnal HygIene, and the submission of booklets from England in connection with the special courses in First Aid and Home Nursing for Housewives are welcomed. Centres have continued to extend the work of Blood Transfusion, and through this avenue the Brigade Members have given considerable help.

Association Statistics, 1948. Certificates awarded, 1948 (not including re-examina4,738 tion) 192,850 Total Certificates issued to date 76 umber of Ambulances in operation. 66,187 Calls attended by Ambulances. 581,016 Iileage of Ambulances . Tumber of District Turses ases attended by District urses ails for Tight Medical Service Blood Transfusion Donations .

25,043 1,963 9,495

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Domiuion Competitions.-Very successful Dominion Competitions were held in Dunedin on the 7th June. Entries were received from all Districts for Ambulance and Nursing Teams. The winners of the Competition were the Otahuhu Railway Ambulance Division, and the North East Valley J ur ing Division of Auckland and Dunedin respectively. Two trophies for annual competition were presented by the Priory, and the competing for th~ trophies should be a fine incentive for the Members of the Brigade in competition work. Various Brigade tests reported from England were studied carefully before the tests were set, and although difficult the competitions were thoroughly enjoyed by all Members. Public Duty .-The calls on Members of the Brigade for public duty have increased very considerably during the year. In certain centres this has occasioned some problems, but with the assistance of senior Cadets public duty bas been fully rendered. It has been decided once in every year to nominate a certain day in the middle of winter as a Public Duty Day, for which statistics will be recorded of the duties attended to during the day. Dominion Conference of Brigade.-The Priory Commissioner has called a Dominion Conference in February, 1949, of all Officers in charge of Brigade Districts, together with District and Lady District Superintendents to be held at Priory Headquarters. This Conference will follow a Dominion Cadet Conference. F

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Brigade Statistics. Strength.-Since the presentation of the Annua~ Report !or 1947, 19 new Divisions were formed (personnel 245) and regIstered, VlZ. : 4 1 6 8

Ambulance Divisions 45 members Nursing Division 11 Cadet Ambulance Divisions 92 Cadet ursing Divisions 97

The present estimated strength of the Brigade is as under :Ambulance Nursing Cadet Ambulance Cadet Nursing

Divisions. 140 124 130 116

Membership. 2,377 1,999 1,913 1,791

510

8,080

Disbandments .-In conformity with the policy of purging all rolls and strengths, applications have been received for the disbandment of 86 Divisions. Awards.-The following are totals of Awards granted to lembers of tl~e Brigade during the year 1948 :Service Medals 1st Bar 2nd Bars 3rd Bars . Grand Prior's Badges.

61 23 8 2 126

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In 1910 the Canadian Branch of the St. John Ambulance Association was incorporated by Act of Parliament, with Headquarters in Ottawa, and in 1912 the Canadian District of the St. John Ambulance Brigade Overseas was formed, with headquarters in Toronto. In 1933 the Commandery in Canada of the Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem was established and took over the control and administration of both the St. John Ambulance Association and the St. John Ambulance Brigade Overseas in Canada. In 1946 the Priory in Canada of the Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem was established. This report is, therefore, the third Annual Report of the Priory in Canada; the thirty-ninth Annual Report of the Canadian Branch, St. John Ambulance Association, and the thirty-seventh Annual Report of the St. John Ambulance Brigade Overseas within the Dominion of Canada. The third meeting of the Priory-Chapter was held on 5th July, 1948, His Excellency the Prior presiding. CAMPAIGN .

The second National Campaign for Funds for the Order in Canada was held during the month of Tovember. Due to the large number of various campaigns which were held around that time the conditions were not very fayourable and our objective was not reached. COMPETITIO};"S .

Proficiency Badges Cadets1st Badge 2nd Badge .

241 157 -398 618

Dominion Award Five Years' Certificate: 236 issued during 1948

The work of the Order in New Zealand has now fully returned to its post-war sphere, and although every assistance is being rendered t~rou~h the Joint Council of the Order of St. John and N .Z. ~ed Cross SocIety III the work of assisting sick and wounded ex-serVIcemen, many new challenges are being met by the Brigade. It is pleasing t? see. t~~t although in a number of instances there are reduced Members III DIVlsIOns of the Brigade and in Association classes, that Members in.terested in the. 'v~o.rk of the Order are real enthusiasts, who look upon theIr St. John actIVltIes as part of their wider service to the comm.unity. ~he work of the Order in New Zealand in all its aspects can be saId to be III a very healthy condition, with a strong determination to meet every call made upon it. The Priory in Canada. HISTORICAL.

The first Canadian Local Centre of the St. John Ambulance Association . was organized in the city of Toronto in 1 8 9 5 . . In 1908 the first unit of the St. John Ambulance Bngade was formed ill London, Ontario.

The competition in First Aid and Home Nursing were again carried out with a great deal of interest. BLOOD GROUPING .

During 19! approximately 34,434 people were blood grouped throughout Canada. This brings the total to approximately 153,746 since the service was inaugurated in 1943. OPHTHALM IC HOSPITAL AJ.. D LI EN GUILD.

Again this year, in view of the National Campaign being held, no special appeal was made to members of the Order to contribute. An amount of $1,000 was sent to each from the General Funds of the Order. PUBLIC DUTIES.

Stampedes, exhibitions, fairs, ski duties, and the B.C. floods required the services of Brigade members on First Aid duty and a very large number of cases were treated. CONFERE CES .

On 13th, 14th, 15th, and 16th September the third conference of Senior Male Officers was held in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and a great deal was accomplished. The second conference of the Senior Officers of the Nursing Divisions was held at the same time in Winnipeg, and a large amount of work was completed. This is the first conference to be held outside of Ottawa, and proved very successful. APPRECIATION.

In addition to the loyal and helpful assistance of the many doctors, nurses, and Brigade Members and instructors, who have given their time

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freely, we wish to commend the assistance of those who helped during the campaign. We owe a deep debt of gratitude to all of them and to the Press across Canada. To the Officers, Provincial Officers, Headquarter's staff, and the Provincial staffs, I extend my sincere appreciation and thanks for the splendid manner in which they assisted in furthering the Order of St. John. CHARLES A. GRAY, Sub-Prior. CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY CENTRE. During the past year an attempt was made to reorganize and improve the First Aid teaching of the employees in the various locations selected to receive this training. A revision of First Aid kits and equipment was undertaken. Some 2,000 of the new First Aid kits were distributed to all Section Foremen throughout the system. In view of this distribution to Maintenance of \Nay forces it was decided to contact each foreman with the express purpose of displaying the contents of the kits, and explaining the fundamentals of First Aid, so that a uniform First Aid procedure would be in effect throughout the system. I t is also desired to express sincere thanks to management and the company officials in the three Regions for their close co-operation and assistance in the reorganization programme during the year. ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE. In 1948 First Aid classes were again held at Depot and N " Divisions, the two Recruit Training Centres, as well as at the variou Division and Sub-Division Headquarters across the Dominion. The e classes are held under the jurisdiction of the R.C.M. Police Centre, with members of the force who hold Instructor Certificates in attendance , and at cveral points with the co-operation of St. John Ambulance Association Instructor. As a result the following awards were qualified for in 1948 :It

Certificates Vouchers Medallions Labels

239 80 85 176 580

During 1948 recruiting in the force continued to progress, and this has again reflected in a further increase in the number of awards over that of the year previous. The Priory in Australia.

The following is an extract of the Report of the Priory in Australia : Mention w~s made in the report last year of the impending departure fr om AustralIa of our first Prior, His Excellency Sir Winston Dugan, and we t endered our farewell t o him, but as events have t urned out he is still in Australia. As Sir Winston was expected to leave for England early in 1948 the Grand Prior appointed our Governor-General, His Excellency The Right Honourable W. J. McKell, P.C., as Prior for the

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Australian Priory, and he was admitted to the Order of St. John as a Knight. Our new Prior attended the meeting of Priory held in Melbourne at the Chapter House, St. Paul's Cathedral, on 19th June, 1948, and was formally welcomed by Sir Winston Dugan, who is now Deputy Prior for Victoria and will act in this capacity until he relinquishes his position as Governor of Victoria. On the occasion of the marriage of Her Royal Highness The Princess Elizabeth, the Australian Priory sent a message of congratulation and received a very gracious acknowledgment. Congratulations were also extended to our Priory Chaplain, The Most Reverend H. Mowll, Archbishop of Sydney, on his appointment as Primate of Australia. Our grate.ft~.l thanks have also b~en tendered to our Priory Chaplain for the prOVIsIOn of space for the Pnory office at Diocesan Church House, which has considerably lightened the burden for both myself and the Priory ecretary as we now have space for our records and have secured ~n excellent as istant in Mrs. Goff, who was a Corps Officer in the Brigade m New Sou~h \Vales and has a long record of excellent service for St. John. The appomt~ent of Lord Wakehurst ~s Lord Prior in the Grand Priory was very pleasmg news, and congratulatIons were forwarded to him from the Priory in Australia; however, his elevation to this important office means that we can no longer be represented by him on the Council and A~bulan c e Committee of the Grand Priory, but it is hoped that Sir \Vmston I?ugan may accept ou! representation on his return to England. A meetmg of Pnory CouncIl was held in the Chapter House of St . Andrew's Cathedral, Sydney, on 29th November, 1947, when His Excellency Lieut.-General John Northcott, Governor of New South \Vales, presided as Deputy Prior. Mention was made that the annual quota f?r admission to an~ promoti.on in the Order for the Priory had been raIsed from 30 to 40 m the Pnory and 10 for the Commandery in \Vestern Australia. ~t the time of t~lis Cour:cil meeting the Hospitaller and Almoner, Major-General MagUlre, was m England and he had been asked to discuss various matters with the Secretary-General on behalf of the Priory. 'He are very grateful to General Maguire for the time and trouble he took during his short visit to London. The first Brigade Inter-State Competition was held in Melbourne and was a great success, the winning team being Caulfield, of Victoria, to whom a letter of congratulation was forwarded from the Priory. It w~s also noted that the New South \Vales Brigade Band had come s~cond m the Australian Band Championship, and a letter of congratulatIon was also forwarded to them . A sec~nd meeting of Priory Council was held at the Chapter House, St. Paul s Cathedral, Melbourne, on 1st June, 1948, when the Sub-Prior presided as Sir vVinston Dugan was unable to attend. Opportunity was taken to tender congratulations on behalf of the Priory to Lady Dugan who had been promoted in the Order of St. John to the Grade of Dame an~ to our Treasurer, Sil John Newman Morris, who had recently bee~ kmghted. The ~ub-Prio~ explained the position of the Commandery in Western AustralIa followmg on a visit he had paid in February, 1948, when he

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had a meeting with the Commandery Executive Officers. .T.he hope was expressed that all possible steps would be taken for a close lIaI~on between the Commandery and the Priory even though the great dIstance and cost of travel would always mean a definite hindrance. . I t was decided that full co-operation be given to the AustralIan Red Cross Society in connection with a Home Nursing Drive to be launched shortly. , A meeting of Priory Chapter was held at the Chapter House, St. Pau! s Cathedral, Melbourne, on 19th June, 1948, when the usual Ceremo.mal Procedure was carried out. Our new Prior, His Excellency The RIght Honourable W. J. McKell, P.C., lesT.J., Governor-General of Australia, was welcomed by His Excellency Sir Winston Dugan.. Governor. of Victoria, and retiring Prior. The Grand Prior's confirmatIon of app~m~ ment of the Priory Executive Officers was announced and the Pnor s appointments to Chapter, Council, and Committ.ees were also read. \Ve are indebted to the Vicar-General of the DlOcese of lelbourne and to the Dean of St. Paul's Cathedral for the arrangements made for both Council and Chapter meetings as well as for the impressive Annual Priory Cathedral Service held on Sunday, 20th June, 1948. Details of the proposed Councils of t. J ohn .wer~ r~ceived from the Secretary-General, these being part of th~ alt~r~~lOns m mternal management of the foundations of the Order bemg ImtIated. Correspondence has been entered ~n~o with th.e other Priories as well as with the Secretary-General and ansmg out of It a draft set of Regulations for the Priory in Australia was finally drawn ~p ~nd ent to b?th Association and Brigade authorities in each Centre withm the AustralIan Priory. . . The alterations with regard to a new constItutIon for the Order of St. John are being proceeded with slowly as much care and thought has to be devoted to such a difficult and complicated procedure, but progress is being made and the fact that a dr.aft o.f the proposed new Ch.arter and Regulations has just come to hand IS eVIdence that the. move IS well .on the way for establishing a Chancellery. of t~e Order m England WIth a confederation of Priories, each of WhICh WIll have ample powers for the administration of their own affairs provided they are within the limits of the New Charter and conform to the proposed Regulations which are at present under discussion between the six Priories.

A special effort has been made to establish Hospital1ers Clubs in New South Wales and Victoria on the lines of those conducted so successfully in South Australia and Western Australia. The total subscriptions and donations for the year show a steady increase. The prospects for the next year are very good.

THE PRIORY HOSPITALLER AND ALMONER'S REPORT.

The year has been one of sadness and difficulty from the point of view of the Ophthalmic Hospital in Jerusalem. The war between the Jews and Arabs has caused great damage, the extent of which is not avail.a~le to us here. But as the Hospital will remain the only foothold of ~r~t~sh influence, apart from the sacred places themselves, a greater r~sponsIb.IlIty will fall upon our Order for restoration when the proper tIme arnves. Our ancient Order of chivalry will be called on to make renewed and increased efforts in the future. An appeal was sent out to all the Sta~es and Divisions in Australia based on these principles and has met WIth a very generous response. The Association in Vi.ctoria h~s made .a generous donation of £100 to the fund of the OphthalmIc Hosl?l~al. ~t IS felt that this will be given even more freely when the conditlOns m Jerusalem allow the Order to resume its noble work.

REPORT OF THE PRIORY COMMISSIONER. BRIGADE STRENGTH IN VARIOUS STATES. 1947. 1948. New South Wales-Strength. 3,632 3,548 Ambulance Divisions 42 43 Nursing Divisions 43 40 Cadet Divisions 54 56 Victoria-Strength Am bulance Divisions Nursing Divisions Cadet Divisions

1,160 26 8 13

1,300 28 9 16

South Australia-Strength Ambulance Divisions Nursing Divisions Cadet Divisions

1,547 29 14 20

1,306 30 14 20

340

180

7 5

7 8

Tasmania-Strength Ambulance Divisions Nursing Divisions Cadet Divisions

OBITUARY H.R.H. PRINCESS HELENA VICTORIA

Princess Helena Victoria, who had been a Dame Grand Cross of the Venerable Order of St. John for nearly twenty years, since 18th May, 1928, died on 13th March, 1948, in London. Her Royal Highness had been in failing health for some time and on the occasion of her last public appearance at the wedding reception of Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh on 20th November, 1947, she had had to make use of a wheeled chair. The Princess was born in May, 1870. Her mother was Princess Helena, Queen Victoria's third daughter, and her father was Prince Chlistian of Schleswig-Holstein whom Queen Victoria made a Royal Highness just before his wedding in 1866. Princess Helena Victoria lost her elder brother Prince Christian Victor who died at Pretoria on 27th October, 1900, while serving in the South African War but her other brother Prince Albert lived to succeed his first cousin in February, 1921, as head of the Augustenburg line which in 1863 had become the senior surviving branch of the House of Oldenburg. This dynasty gave Queens Consort to King James III, King James VI and I, and King Edward VII and a Prince Consort to Queen Anne and has provided eighteen Kings for Denmark, five for Greece, two for Norway, four for Sweden (as well . as one elected Crown Prince, Marshal Bernadotte's predecessor in that position) and seven Emperors for Russia. Princess Helena Victoria was much with her grandmother and frequently is mentioned in Queen Victoria's letters and Journals as

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Thora Indeed many pages of the Journals were dictated to her. One of the last entries, that of 31st December, 1900, when the Queen was feeling her age, was tt At a little after nine after having my supper of Benger's Food, Harriet P. read to me and I fell quite asleep, so that Thora did not write the Journal as it had got too late The Princess was present two days later when the Queen invested Lord Roberts with the Insignia of the Order of the Garter which \vas her last semi-public act as a Sovereign. A natural shyness prevented the Princess from really enjoying the public functions which she undertook as a duty but among her friends this shyness was off and her good nature and pleasant sense of fun asserted themselves. Her energy was indefatigable and she did not allow bad weather to deter her from keeping her engagements. On one occa ion when an untoward snowstorm had kept more than half the guests away from a wedding at \Vindsor the Princess and her sister appeared out of the storm to attend the ceremony. It may be remembered that Princess Helena Victoria was one of the ten bridesmaids at Queen lary's wedding on 6th July, 1893. Apart from St. John the Princess did much work for the Y.M.C.A., the Dockland Settlement at Canning Town, and the Princess Christian Nursing Home at \Vindsor which had been started by her mother. During the first \Vorld War she went to France to inspect the work being done there by the Y.1\I.C.A. During the second \Vorld Vvar her home in Pall Mall was damaged by an air raid and she and her sister moved out to Sunningdale but later came back to London to Fitzmaurice Place, Berkeley Square. COLONEL SIR J AMES CLARK, BT. Colonel Sir James Richardson Andrew Clark, BT., C.B., C.M.G., F.R.S.E., who had been a Bailiff Grand Cross since June, 1926, died on 18th January, 1948, at the age of 95. It will be remembered that during the first \Vorld War he was in command of the Order's Hospital Camp at Etaples which was so badly bombed by the enemy. Sir James was educated at niversity College School and University College, London, and became a Iember of the Royal College of Surgeons in 1878, and a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh ten years later. In 1893 he succeeded to the Baronetcy which had been conferred in 1883 upon his father Sir Andrew, who was President of the Royal College of Physicians. He served in the R.A.M.C. in both the South African and first \Vorld Wars and was made C.B. in 1902 and C.M.G. in 1916. Soon after his return from South Africa he began his connection with St. John and became a Knight of Grace in 1905 and a Knight of Justice in 1911. He was Chief Commissioner from 1911 to 1923, and left the mark of his personalitv on the Brigade for all time. MAJOR-GE ERAL SIR JOHN DU CAN, K.C.B. Major-General Sir John Duncan, K.C.B., C.M.G., C.V.O., D.S.O., who died o~ l?th Sept:~ber, 1948, at the age of 76 after having enjoyed the dlgmty ?f B~lliff Grand ~ross for little more than two years had a long and distmgmshed career m the Army before joining St. John and taking up the arduous duties of Chief Commissioner of the St. John Ambulance Brigade a~ .Home, in May, 1.931. At the age of 19 he joined The Royal Scots Fuslhers and saw serVIce on the North-West Frontier of India and tt

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in the South African War where he was mentioned in dispatches and gained the D.S.O. After having qualified in the Staff College, Camberley, he was appointed Brigade Major at Malta in 1902 and was promoted to Staff appointments at home. In the first World War he was sent out to the Mediterranean where he commanded the 78th Infantry Brigade at Salonika in 1916 and later the 22nd Division. After the armistice with Turkey he became Chief of Staff of the British Army of the Black Sea and his acting rank as Major-General was made substantive in April, 1919. After a diplomatic interlude as Military Attache in Rome he succeeded to the command of the 54th East Anglian Division and in 1927 was appointed G.O.C. Shanghai Defence Force, a thankless and unsatisfactory task from which he was recalled to take command of the 1st Division at Aldershot a year later. He was made K.C.B. on retirement from the rmy, which was merely an exchange of work as for the next hvelve years he was Chief Commissioner at Home and saw the Brigade increase under the pressure of the Second World War to unprecedented size and had to cope with new forms of training and many unexpected difficultie . The Chapter-General records with deep regret the death of the following Members and Associates : BAILIFFS GRAND CROSS. Colonel Sir James Richardson Andrew Clark, Bt., C.B., C.M.G., 18th January, 1948. Major-General Sir John Duncan. DAME GRAND CROSS. H.H. Princess Helena Victoria, G.B.E., C.L, V.A., R.R.C., 13th March, 1948. KNIGHTS OF JUSTICE. Lieut.-Colonel Hubert Frederick Barclay, 7th February, 1948. Edwin Hanson Freshfield, LL.D., F.S.A., 15th May, 1948. Colonel The Earl of Donoughmore. DAME OF JUSTICE. The Dowager Lady Forester, 1st April, 1948. KNIGHTS OF GRACE. The Viscount Sankey, G.B.E., P.C., 6th February, 1948. Colonel The Earl of Stradbroke, K.C.M.G., C.B ., C.V.O., C.B.E., V.D., 20th December, 1947. Sir Francis Minchin Voules, C.B.E., 12th September, 1947. Edward Mantle Tailby, O.B.E., 12th September, 1947. Field-Marshal The Lord Milne, G.C.B., G.C.M.G., D.S.O., 23rd March, 1948. Colonel Sir John Ernest Perring, 23rd March, 1948. Lieut.-Colonel Gerald Hamilton Goddard, D.S.O., M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P., 20th April, 1948. Captain Lawrence Whittaker, M.B.E. Captain Sir Ernest Beachcroft Beckwith Tawse, V.C., K.C.V.O., C.B.E., 21st June, 1948. Field-Marshal Sir Claud William Jacob, G.C.B., G.C.S.L, K.C.M.G., 2nd June, 1948. Sir Geoffry Alexander Stafford N orthcote. Sir William Benjamin Gentle.

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Walter Smith, 23rd August, 1947. Brigadier-General John Cecil Wray, C.B., C.M.G., C.V.O., T.D ., 23rd January, 1947. Sir James Henry Sutherland Aitken. Major-General Henry Dudley Ossulston Ward, C.B., C.M.G., December, 1947. Captain James Pirie, M.D., 3rd August, 1947. Colonel Alfred Shipton Rooke, O.B.E., 1st January, 1948. John Francis Woods, M.D. James Foster-Smith, January, 1947. Major Frederick John Scrimgeour, O.B.E., 26th August, 1947. Harry Palmer, 26th December, 1947. Group Captain Henry Cooper, D.S.O., M.R.C.S., December, 1947. Dr. Joseph Thorn Te~nent, 6th A~ril, ~946. Major The Hon. Patnck Charles .Kmn~lrd, 31st March, 1948. Lieut.-Colonel Robert Stuart WIlson, m 1947. John Frederick Lean, O.B.E., OIl 2nd May, 1948. \Villiam Henry Balls, 15th May, 1948. Walter Gerald May, 10th March, 1948. . Jonathan Hunter, 7th June, 1948. Dr. Henry Adamson Fielden, 16th May, 1948. Frederick Percy Clarke. Albert John Cuff, 6th June, 1948. Oliver Cuthbert Purnell, C.B.E., 3rd July, 1948. Lemuel Powell, 19th June, 1948. Richard Errington Loveland. Thomas Alexander Low. James Clarke. \Villiam \Vilding Johnston. Dr. \Villiam Horner Pallett. Dr. David Henry Griffiths. Colonel Charles Henry Milburn. Colonel Frank Lionel Pardoe. Frederick John Hutchinson. John Olver. Albert Charles Hill. William Frederick Blay. Stephen Herbert Vilven. Charles Thomas Osborn.

ASSOCIATE KNIGHT OF GRACE. Sir Isaac Alfred Isaacs, G.C.B., G.C.M.G., P.C., 11th February, 1948. DAMES OF GRACE. Mary Eleanor, Mrs. G. Holford, C.B.E., 18th December, 1947. E~ily Colby, Lady Perley, 8th February, 1948. LIlian Margaret, Lady Clark, 23rd January, 1948. Ella Elizabeth, Lady Clipperton, O.B.E., 7th· larch, 1947. The Marchioness of Normanby, O.B.E., 12th March, 1948. Edith, Lady Dane, 14th March, 1948. Alice, Lady Duncan, 12th April, 1948. Helena, Countess of Sefton, 29th August, 1947. The Lady Leucha Diana \Varner, 24th August, 1947. Ada, Miss Crosby. CHAPLAIN . John Russell Darbyshire, Archbishop of Cape Town, 30th June, 1948. COMMANDERS (BROTHERS). John Rodley, M.R.C.S., L.R. C.P., February, 1947. Colonel John Thomas Clarke, C.B.E., M.C., M.D., 28th November 1947 E.van Lewys-Lloyd, M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P., 12th January, 1948. ' . SIr .Henry Lindo F~rguson, C.M.G., M.D., 22nd January, 1948. Major Edmund \iVIlllam Herrington, T.D., L.R.C.P., M.R.C.S., February 1947. ' Richard Stiles Allen, 24th February, 1948. C~ Claud~ Lavington, M.B., 4th August, 1947. William Haming Carse, M.B., January, 1947. Edward Maurice Raymond. Dr. Sydney Williams. Captain George Gerhold. COMMANDERS (SISTERS). HeleI?- Elizabeth Comfort, Miss Crookshank, 8th June, 1948. Hennetta Margaret, Lady Davies. OFFICERS (BROTHERS). Major The Lord Glanusk, D.S.O., 12th January, 1948. John Henry Martin, 17th November 1947. William Ferriday Jackson, M.R.C.S., ~.R.C.P., 3rd December 1947 Charles Stewart, M.B.E. · ' . Captain Thomas Allen, 7th December, 1947. George Albert Burgess, December, 1947. Lieut.:Colonel Frederick Edward Graham-Bissell, 23rd January, 1948. Captam Arthur Tahu Gravenor Rhodes, M.V.O., March, 1947. Jam~s Ratcliff-Gaylard, M.D., 22nd March, 1948. WillIam George Randall, 11th March, 1948. Ja~es Knowles Milligan, M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P., December, 1947. Major James Herbert Dixon, M.D., April, 1947. William Megaw, M.B., March, 1948. Francis Henry Dickson, M.B., September, 1947.

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OFFICERS (SISTERS). Eliza Ann, Miss Everett, A.R.R.C., June, 1947. Eleanor Elizabeth Bamlet, Mrs. Morgan, O.B.E., 20th January, 1948. Susan Grace, Mrs. Wood, 5th May, 1947. May Isabel, Mrs. MacFadden, 10th March, 1947. Mary, Mrs. Gee, September, 1947. Gertrude, Lady Worthington-Evans, C.B.E., November, 1947. Bertha Blain, Lady Atkinson, A.R.R.C., 7th May, 1948. Jaqueline Theodora, Mrs. Cockburn, 12th May, 1948. Agnes Rosaline, Mrs. Smith. Mary Adelaide, Mrs. Ogilvie.

REPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GENERAL.

SERVING BROTHERS. Ernest Wallace Nicholls. John Richard Larson, M.B. William Henry Abell. James Ward, 6th November. 1947. Owen David Ballinger, M.B., March, 1947. Albert Edward Thomson. George Richard Bone, 6th December, 1946. Henry Sagar, 23rd December, 1947. Frederick Crichton Matthew, M.D., F.R.C.S., 21st December, 1946. Thomas Henry Lewis, 22nd January, 1948. Francis Mowbray Noble, 2nd June, 1947. John Lee, M.M. Dr. George Cecil Strathairn, 19th September, 1947. Sydney Hancock, 6th March, 1948. \iVilliam Edward Pemment, 26th February, 1948. Arthur Killick Mayall, O.B.E. Joseph Ernest Bone. J ames Christopher Cooper. George Moir. Kenneth Mackenzie, M.B. Captain Charles Gordon Kemp, M.C., M.D., R.A.M.C. Frederick William Roffe. The Rev. John Dickie (Assistant Chaplain). William Ernest Stiffin, 21st April, 1948. Ernest Charles Cottage, 23rd May, 1948. Joseph Huntley, 25th May, 1948. Joseph Wright, 3rd April, 1948. Dr. John Kerr, 31st May, 1948. Arthur Chadwick, 9th June, 1948. Charles Henry Bevan. John Lewis. Thomas Aubrey Rees, 22nd May, 1948. Frederick East. Dr. Wadham Bruce Winckworth, 20th February, 1948. Walter Lister, 5th March, 1948. John Morgan, 24th February, 1948. William Buckmaster, O.B.E., 18th December, 1947. William Ash Knott, 7th May, 1947. Walter Ernest Butler, 25th August, 1947. Arthur Sharpley, 2nd February, 1948. Edward Reuben Russell Greenstreet. Thomas Clitheroe. Charles William Licence, 7th May, 1947. Joseph Richard Petts, April, 1948. John Stacey, 9th April, 1946. Henry Smith. Thomas Henry Shield. Walter Duncan Liddell, 19th June, 1948. Robert William Nixon, 29th January, 1946. Joseph Stanley, March, 1948.

OBITUARY. Fred Rawson, 15th September, 1945. John Edward Moreton. William Howard. Henry Robertson Smith. John William Davison, M.B.E. Henry Gordon Conquest. Arthur Fairbrother. Marsden Heap. John Lawrence Rentoul Cameron. Seymour Charles W arrian. Frederick James Wilkes. Albert Edward Fulwood. Dr. George Edward Kidd. Ebenezer Thomas Howe. George James Dunmore. Dr. Henry Dundas McCall. Dr. Robert \Valter Jubb. Edgar George Teagle. Wilfred Earl Baines. John Eaves. SERVING SISTERS. Annie, Iiss Butler, March, 1947. Mary Ellen, Mrs. Crowther, 10th December, 1947. Rose 1argaret, Miss Grier, 9th December, 1947. Elizabeth Harriett, Mrs. Gidley, 18th November, 1947. Elizabeth Agnes, 1\1rs. Scarborough, November, 1946. Edith Mary, Miss Prescott, 26th June, 1947. Ruth Beatrice, Mrs. Fairfax, 4th February, 1948. Elizabeth Turnbull, Miss Barclay, April, 1946. Mary \Vilson, Miss Mills. Grace Mary, Mrs. Davis. Annie, irs. Helyer. Sheila Rose, Miss Mackenzie. Lily, Miss Haggar, A.R.R.C., 10th May, 1948. Henrietta, Mrs. Lambert, A.R.R.C. Mary Richmond, Miss Easton. Annie, Miss Swindells, October, 1947. Clara, Miss Hulley, A.R.R.C., January, 1947. Florence, Mrs. Harrison. Catherine, Miss Tyzack. Georgina, Mrs. Farquharson. Beatrice Mary, Miss Tyler. Elizaceth, Miss Edmondson. HONORARY ASSOCIATES. Herbert Edward McDonagh. Dr. Thomas Dunlop, 31st May, 1948. Ellinor Flora, Lady Grogan, 10th May, 1948. Dr. Frederick John Walton, June, 1947. Dr. Thomas Brown Hearder, 28th February, 1948. Dr. Cecil Pryor Lankester.

THE ACCOUNTS OF THE ORDER.

INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH SEPTEMBER, 1948.

BALANCE SHEET AT 30TH SEPTEMBER, 1948.

The GRAND PRIORY in the BRITISH REALM of the VENERABLE

INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT

ORDER of the HOSPITAL of ST. JOHN of JERUSALEM.

FOR YEAR ENDED 30th SEPTEMBER, 1948.

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INCOME.

EXPENDITURE. CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION.

CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION. GENERAL EXPENDITURESalaries and wages Rates. . . . . . . Printing, stationery, and general expenses Audit fee . . . . . Expenses connected with Maplestead . . . . Special grants Contributions to Superannuation Fund. . Loss on Exchange-Australia and ew Zealand Rent Charge-21-23 St. John's Square Repairs and alterations. PUBLICATIONS OF THE ORDER, PUBLIC RELATIONS, PUBLICITYSt. JOh1~ Gazette-printing, salary, etc. St. JOhll Cadet-printing, etc. Fees, salaries, and sundry expenses

£6731 348 7603 63 220 2360 667 109 185 3059

210 1 10 5 3 0 0 19 1 911 10 0 10 1 0 0 14 3 £21348 13

3262 18 5 261 16 7 1795 7 4

SPECIAL EXPENDITURE (from St. Jolin Post-War Fwui)Committee for Northern Ireland Relief in India and Pakistan Priory for Wales . Priory for Scotland . V.A.D. Standing Committee Welfare work in Service Hospitals

5320 2

10000 7381 1000 1000 1258 40000

0 9 0 0 11 0

GENERAL INCOMEMembers' foundation dues Members' oblations Interest on investments, etc. Rents, less charges Donations

£1251 7 6 4393 1 1 7348 4 11 488 5 8 58 14 11

£13517 14

4 £26668 15 7

PUBLICATIONS OF TilE ORDER, PUBLIC RELATIONS, PUBLICITYSt. JOh11 Gazctte-sales and advertisements . . • St. John Cadet-sales and advertisements

SPECIAL RECEIPTS (from St. J Ohfl Post- War Futad)Interest on Investments Interest on loans .

0 8 0 0 7 0

60640

269 7 1 627 3 6 61 13 9

958

197

2732 13 0 198 15 11

8 11 £16449

2931

3 0

64601 1 8 44 13 9

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1 3

64645 15 5

LIBRARY AND MUSEUM. Purchase of books, prints, coins, and objects, etc. Salaries . . . . . Contribution to Superannuation Fund

GRAND PRIORY CHURCH.

General Expenses

OPHTHALMIC HOSPITAL AT JERUSALEM. EXPENSES AT LONDON OFFICESalaries . . . . . . Printing, stationery, and general expenses . Loss on Exchange-Australia and New Zealand Audit fee EXPENSES AT JERUSALEMSalaries, wages, and pensions . Housekeeping . . Drugs, equipment, etc. . Repairs and alterations. . . Maintenance of furniture and fittings . Printing, stationery, and general expenses Travelling and incidental expenses Electric supply Water supply Insurance

OPHTHALMIC HOSPITAL AT JER USALEM. 750 803 33 4

16 11 6 10

6 6 2 0

9513 2112 996 1249 125 452 1384 168 92 293

17 12 10 12 14 16 ]7 13 8 11

1 4 9 2 3 10 2 5 5 4

£1592

26,15

/ 16390 13

17982 17 11

ST. JOHN AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION. 4587 12283 3896 788 415 80 1284 461 574

Gross profit on sale of stores . . . . . . Donations and annual subscriptions Charged to Centres and Detached Classes in respec t of Instruction

1 6 11 15 5 0 3

8 6 5 1 0 0 9 5 0 3 7

10342 1262 4747 10 492 1317 1070 1421 264 1201

24370 12

7 6 0 9 3 5 0 7 4

34666

6 0

ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE.

510

1 8 0 6 3 10 8 17 11

27387 9 5 327 8 8 6951 711

Donations. . . . Ministry of Education grant.

184 5 6 100 o 0 /

/ /

22129 13

284 5 6 BAI_ANCE carried down

To BALANCE brought down •

3 9 19 9 0 0 3 1

ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE. Salaries and wages . . . Travelling and incidental expenses Printing, stationery, and general expenses Audit fee . . . . . Contributions to Superannuation Fund Competitions . . Ground rent, rates, etc. . Exhibition models and show cases Medical Comforts Depots . . . . Training Centre--equipment and maintenance

145& 936 216 34

Donations and annual SUbscriptions Interest on investments ConSUltation fees Hospital money box

ST. JOHN AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION. Lecturers' and Examiners' fees and expenses . . . . Salaries and wages Printing, stationery, and general expenses Carriage and freight, etc. . . . . Loss on Exchange-Australia and New Zealand Audit fee. . . . . Contributions to Superannuation Fund Competitions Rates

Receipts from church collection, donations, etc.

£152947

4 7'

£34221

4 4

34221 £152947

By transfer from St. John Post-War Fund

£34221

4 4 4 4 4

The GRAND PRIORY in the BRITISH REALM of the VENERABLE BALANCE SHEET AT Dr.

Cr.

STAFF SUPERANNUATION FUND-

As per last account Add: Contributions

£36590 9 11 3074 14 2 £39665

As per last account Add: Contributions . . Interest on Investments

0594 10 2 23 17 4 227 14 2

Less: Expenditure

6846 1 8 223 0 0 621 6 3 4171 2 9 17 17 3

Less: Appeal costs-salary, office expenses, etc.

4810 6 3 1115 11 5

Sundry Creditors .

3694 14 10 15 13 4

JOHN PRIORY BALANCES

CHURCH

REBUILDING

FUND

INVESTMENT

1 8

AND

3710 8

2076 8

778 19 7

LINEN GUILD, OPHTHALMIC HOSPITAL INVESTMENT AND BALANCES

CENTENARY ApPEAL FUND INVESTMENTS AND BALANCES.

•

22331

•

(Book value of Investments, £69,161, and Market value at 30th September, 1948, £76,630.)

4 10

£78485

6 10

65121

7 6

3710 8 2 OPHTHALMIC HOSPITAL FUND-

As per last account Less: Expenditure

2398 8 9 322 0 3

2076

Freehold Premises at Hospital, Jerusalem Less: written off to date . (See note below.) Investments . . . . . . (Market value at 30th September, 1948, £36,058.) Sundry Debtors Cash at Bank

LINEN GUILD-OPHTHALMIC HOSPITAL-

As per last account Add: Contributions . Interest on Investment

869 3 5 371 14 6 710 0 1248 7 11 469 8 4

Less: Expenditure

As per last account . . Add: Interest on Investments

21607 12 2 723 12 8

Less: Expenditure

22331 410 5 5 0

Sundry Creditors .

22325 19 10 5 5 0

Leasehold Premises at 8 Grosvenor Crescent, S.W. Less: written off to date 22331

Jon 1D

410 £78485

610

0 0 15 8

lR 5 652 177 10 1l

65121

7 6

226170 19 6 5739 12 0

Less: Expenditure

231910 11 6 6730 1 7 225180 911 1471

FUND-(further allocations /I'om War Organization)As per last account . . . Less: Loss on sale of Investments.

Freehold Premises a t 15-16 Collingham Gardens, S.W. Investments . . . . . . (Market value at 30th September, 1948. £2,156,601.) Loans to BranchesAs per last account Added this year Less: Repayments

Freehold Premises at and adjoining St. John's Gate, Clerkenwell Less: written off to date

D 22605 1 17 8

2309142 3642

1 7 0 1

2305500

34221

4 4

Freehold Premises adjacent to St. John'S Church, Clerkenwell Leasehold Premises at 33-34 Wilton Row, S.W. Less: written off to date Rights in Castle at Kolossi, Cyprus . . Strathearn House and Watson House, Jerusalem Muristan Property, Jerusalem Less: written off to date

60640 1 3 38226 18 6 98866 19 9 64645 15 5

2869 16 0 7613 6 1 226651 17 8

17640 510 1764 5 10

15876 0

26143 11 2203973 13

5 1

2875 0 0 6600 0 0 9475 0 0 443 6 8

9031 13 4 13806 3 5 26041 7 4 2294872

11 7 6 0 7 277476 6

GENERAL FUND-

ST. JOHN POST-WAR

Less: Net Transfer to Income and Expenditure AccountSpecial Expenditure (direct charge). . . Excess of Ordinary Expenditure over Ordinary Income

4 3

216168 15

Sundry Debtors Cash at Bank

FUND-(jirst allocati01I (rom War Organilation)As per last account . . Add: Interest on Investments

ST. JOHN COUNTIES

Sundry Creditors .

30672

ST. JOHN POST-\VAR FUND-

65000 2 9

Less: Loss on sale of investment-proceeds reinvested

34122

27 7 10 299 5 8

Investments . . . . . . (Market value at 30th September, 1948, [213,393.) Sundry Debtors Cash at Bank

OPHTHALMIC HOSPITAL FUND-

As per last account Add .. Contributions . . Interest on Investments

£39107 19 9 4985 10 0

ST. JOHN CoUNTIES FUND-

778 19

CENTENARY APPEAL FUND-

51448 14 0 25448 14 0

26000 0 0 7266

650 0 0 130 0 0

520 0 0 34 0

3698 811 3648 811

1583 0 2 50 0

In additio" to the above properties certain other properties have been vested in the Order either as part 0/ its Corporate Propertr ~r upon Trusts in connection with the St. John Ambulance Associatwn af!4 Brigade, bitt these are not realizable withOtd the conSe1U of the ChaNty Commissioners, or the Trustees or Local Committee of Management.

2271278 17 2 23503 11 5 2294872

GENERAL FUND-

Balance in favour of the Order :As per last account Add: Legacies . . Commutation of Oblations . Sunday Cinematograph Account

235347 7250 426 2472

Sundry Creditors and Outstandings

245496 13 6 31979 12 10 277476

6 4

£2942607

6 11

Treasury,

6623

STAFF BENEVOLENT CONTINGENT FUND INVESTMENT

As per last account Add: Contributions . Interest on Investment

St. John's Gate, Clerkenwell, E .C. 1.

ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE BENEVOLENT FUND INVESTMENT AND BALANCES • • •

1 8

STAFF BENEVOLENT CoNTINGENT FUND-

The

3300 0

ST.

6623

ST. JOHN PRIORY CHURCH REBUlLDING FUND-

Sundry Creditors •

ST. JOHN'S CHURCH MAINTENANCE FUND INVESTMENT

3300 0 0

ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE BENEVOLENT FUND-

Less: Interest on Investments, etc.

ST. JOHN'S CHURCH MAINTENANCE FUND-

As per last account

£39665

STAFF SUPERANNUATION FUND INVESTMENTS AND BALANCES

16 1 10 7 2 6 4 4

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BURDON,

Receiver·General.

Investments . . . . . . (Market value at 30th September, 1948, £186,643.) Ambulance Stores. etc., on hand Insignia and Medals on hand . . Sundry Debtors and Outstandings, less reserve Advances (secured) . Cash at Bank and in Hand

184009 19 11 20818 12941 13763 1038 9451

13 11 7 0 11

Note: At the date of this Balance Sheet the H~spital premises at Jerusalem were occupied by one of the belligerents and it is understood that the buildings have been considerably damaged.

£2942607

6 11

Having examined the above Balance Sheet and Income and Expenditure Account with the books and ~ouchers of the Grand Priory in the British Realm of the Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem .and WIth the returns received from Jerusalem, we hereby certify them to be correct to the best of our knowledge and belief. 3 Frederick's Place, Old Jewry, E.C. 2. PRIC E WATER HOUSE & Co., 26th February, 1949. Chartered Accountants.

100

REPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GENERAL.

THE DUKE OF GLOUCESTER PORTRAIT MEDAL To commemorate H.R.H. The Duke of Glouce ter's accession as Grand Prior in the Venerable Order of St. John, Chapter-General have had a medal struck and it has been designed and executed by the eminent sculptor Mr. Gilbert Bayes, P.P.R.B.S., H.R.I. The obverse of the medal shows the bust of the Grand Prior H.R.H. The Duke of Gloucester, K.G., habited in the Mantle of the Order over uniform with the Latin inscription HENRICUS. GLOUCE TRIAE. DUX.MAGNUS.PRIOR. .The rever~e bears a representation of St. John's Gate, Clerkenwell, Wlth the shield of the Grand Prior poised above the arch, while the towers are flanked by the embellishment of the Order's Badge. The medal is being struck in limited numbers, and may be ordered fr~m the Stores Manager, St. John's Gate, London, E.C. 1, at the following pnces : £ s. d. 1 15 0 Bronze Medal 7 10 0 Silver Medal 8 10 0 Silver Gilt Medal

REPORT OF THE CHAPTER-GENERAL.

101

THE DUKE OF CONNAUGHT PORTRAIT MEDAL. To commemorate the granting of a new Royal Charter, and also the Pilgrimage to the Holy Land, Chapter-General had a medal struck and it was de igned by Edward Caruana Dingli, Knight of Grace of the Order. The obverse of this medal shows the bust of the Grand Prior H.R.H. The Duke of Conn aught habited in the mantle of the Order over a FieldMarshall's uniform with the Latin inscription: ARTRVRVS . CONN. DVX . MAG . PRIOR, IN BRITI: OMN : ORD : ROSP : S : lORIS: HIER : The reverse, in allusion to the Pilgrimage of 1926 bears the repres ntation of a ship with sails decorated with the Crosses of St. John and of the Order, with the Latin inscription ANNO PEREGRINATIONIS ET rOV,:\E C RTAE and, in the exergue the date MCMXXVI between two eight-pointed crosses. The ship is designed from the model of the aJ/ta J[aria, the flagship of Columbus, and shows the type of vessel in which the Knights of Rhodes, when not serving on board the galleys of the Order, would have made their" caravans" against Moslem pirates in deience of the sea-borne commerce of Christendom in the period he tween the first (1480) and second (1522) sieges of Rhodes by the Turks. Ther is a limited number of this medal available and orders should be sent to: The Stores 1anager, St. John's Gate, London, E.C. 1. Price : £ s. d. 1 15 0 Bronze Medal 7 10 0 Silver Medal 8 10 0 Silver Gilt Medal

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jiitair.on. MILDRED D. MILLMAN

Report 01 the Hospitaller and Committee lor 1943. ~rfor}2

The IIospitaller and the Committee of the Ophthalmic H ospital have the honour to submit their fifty-seventh Annual Report fo r the information of His Royal Highness the Grand Prior, the Chapter-General, and subscribers.

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THE HOSPITALLER. The Committee wish t.o extend t.o the Hospit.aller their sincere conglat.u1ations on the honour conferred upon him by His Majesty on his elevation t.o the Peerage. THE COMMITTEE. His Royal Highness the Grand Prior has approved the appointment of Sir I-larry hapman Sinderson Pasha, K.B.E., C.M.G., M.V.O., M.C., F.R.C.P.E., as a Member of the Ophthalmic Hospital Committee. THE SITUATION IN PALESTINE. The Committee regret to have to report that early in 1948 the political si tuation in Palestine, and in particular in Jerusalem, deteriorated very rapidly and the number of patient'3 fell from 1,000 a day to t en or twelve. This was clue to the fact that the Hospital occupied a position between the Jewish and Arab forces , which prevented patients from being able to rearh it. By the end of March the reigning chaos became increased by the loss of Lydda Airport and the Hospital's last mail communication with the out ide world was lost. Telephonic communication was cut and most of the British civilians still remaining were hurried out by air. During this period it was fortunate that Mr. J . H. H. P ollock, t he District Commissioner for Jerusalem, was in London and the P rior and Hospitaller were able to consult him regarding the H ospital. As a result of the consultation the Prior was able to send the ' ;Yarden instructions as to what action to take in various circumstances which might arise . Three months' foodstuffs and medical supplies were laid in and the Warden was authorized to employ such guards as he felt were necessary for the H ospital's protection. In view of the fact that there were practically no patients, t he SubWarden and British Sisters were evacuated on leave during April, leaving the \Varden (Dr. Norman :Manson), Registrar (Dr. Salman), and H ouse Surgeon (Dr. Doany), and Matron (Miss Millman) still at the H ospit al. By the 18th May the Warden decided that the situation was so bad around the Hospital that no good purpose could be served by keeping the Matron there. He therefore took her to Amman in Transjordan a few hours before the High Commissioner left Palestine, leaving the H ouse Surgeon in charge of the Hospital (the Registrar having had a motor accident) . The Warden endeavoured to return to the H ospital but was forced back t o Amman . The House Surgeon was eventually obliged t o leave t he H ospital as were the Palestinian domestic staff. The House Surgeon opened a small Out -Patient Clinic in the Old City at Watson H ouse while the Warden remained in Amman, being available as consult ant for any patients in the district or evacu ated there.

OPHTHALMIC HOSPITAL

REPORT

The 'Varden came to England about the middle of October t.o report to the Committee, Council and Chapter-General on the immediate future of the Hospital. As a result of hi report it \vas decided that the Order's re ources should not be dissipated in any temporary expedient ; and that the out-patient department at \Vatson House hould be continued as l~n,g as possible and that the 'Varden should return to Amman and VISIt Jerusalem \"hen he could, keeping the Committee informed of the situation. HOSPITAL PERSONNEL. 'Vhile the Warden was in England, he was able to attend an in\'e titure at The Mansion House where H.R.H. The Grand Prior conferred upon him the insignia of Commander. The Committee cannot express too highly their confidence in Dr. Manson's judgment and their appreciation of his 10yaHy to the Order and devotion to duty and are delighted that his services have receiyed recognition by His Majesty the King by the award of the .B,E. in the New Year's Honours. As a result of the situation in Palestine the Committee considered it advisable to release the Staff, with the exception of the \Varden, House Surgeon and Matron, from their contracts. The Committee would like t,o take this opportunity of thanking all the members of the taff for theIr loyal and devoted services during a most difficult, trying, and dangerous period. The Matron arrived in this country just in time to attend the Order's Commemoration Service in Westminster Abbey. Miss Millman has served at the Hospital for many years and the Committee would like to extend to her their very warm thanks and deep appreciation for her long and devoted service, particularly during the very difficult months before the evacuation of the Hospital personnel. The Committee would also like to acknowledge the services which the Palestinian Staff have rendered with unfailing loyalty and cheerfulness.

Once again the Priory of Scotland have continued their support-for which the Committee are very grateful. The Committee are very conscious of the continued support received from the Priories overseas in spite of the many calls on them. Such interest and practical help is very encouraging during this difficult period.

THE HOSPITAL BUILDINGS AND EQUIPMENT. It is difficult to ascertain the amount of damage to the buildings and the looting of the contents but it is thought to be cons!derable. The Out-Patients' Waiting Hall has been completely demolIshed by shell fire and the tunnel connecting the main buildings with the Annex has been blown up. Most of the doors and windows have been blown out. Fortunately a certain amount of costly equipment had not been shipped and has been disposed of. FINANCE. The Committee would like to take this opportunity of thanking all those who have given financial support throughout this difficult year. They are particularly indebted to The Clothworkers' Company for their continued support, the legacy left by the late Earl of Lytton and the collection made by the Birmingham County St. John Ambulance Brigade at their Annual Church Parade. It will be appreciated that such support will be urgently needed when the time comes for the reconstruction of the Hospital.

CONCLUSION. The Committee regret that it is not possible to give statistics this year or a fuller report. The Order is deeply grateful to the late Government officials of Palestine for their great kindness and help to the Warden and the Staff. Particular thanks are due to Mr. J. H . H. Pollock whose kindness, guidance, and advice gave the Committee great confidence and comfort during the crisis. 'Vhatever the outcome of the present strife in Palestine, it is hoped that conditions will eventually be such as to enable the Hospital to return and to continue its work-and once again to carry on its glorious history and still further enhance the prestige of the Order. (Signed) . WEBB-JOHNSON, H ospitaller.

REPORT OPHTHALMIC HOSPITAL

Annual Subscriptions. Donations.

ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS AND DONATIONS. Received in London from 1St October, 1947, to 30th September, 1948. Annual SlIbsCllptWIlS. DonatIOns. £ s. d. £ s. d. Ailesbury, The Marquesi of, D.S.O. Ann, Captain H. T. Archer, Lieut.-Colonel G. L., T.D. Arnott, C. Arthars, Mrs. G. J. ... Ashridge Conference, Collection at Service Atkinson, Major Sir Arthur, K.B.E. Audland, W. E., M.B.E., M.R.C.S. Barwick, Captain F. M., O.B.E ., R.I.N. Beachcroft, Major P. M., O.B.E. Bilton, Mr. and Mrs. F. Birmingham County, S.J.A.B., Collection at Annual Church Parade . . . . . . Blackham, Major-General R. }., C.B., C.M.G., C.I.E., D.S.O., M.D.

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COLLECTED BY THE PRIORY IN SOUTHERN AFRICA.

COLLECTED BY THE PRIORY OF SCOTLAND. YEAR

1947-1948 £ s.

Frances, The Most Hon. The Marchioness of Ailsa, D.ST.J.

e e e e e e

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Ophthalmic Hospital of The Venerable Order of St. John of Jerusalem. Income and Expenditure Account for year ended 30th September, 1948.

INCOME.

EXPENDITURE. EXPENSES AT LONDON OFFICESalaries, Prlllting, Stationery, and General Expenses . Loss on Exchange---Australia and Xew Zealand E XPENSES AT JERUSALEMSalaries, Wages, and Pensions Housekeeping . Drugs, Equipment, etc. Repairs and Alterations Maintenance of Furniture and Fittings Printing, Stationery, and General Expenses Travelling and Incidental Expenses Electric Supply Water Supply Insurance

£1558 18

9513 2112 996 1249 125

17 12 10 12 14

1 4 9 2 3

452 1384 168 92 293

16 10 17 2 13 5 8 5 11 4

L1592

16390 13

£17982 17 11

DONATIONS AND ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONSReceived in London . L898 15 91 15 Collected in Scotland Collected by the Priory in Southern 42 7 Africa. 256 3 Priory in Canada Collected by the Priory of the 81 13 Australian Commonwealth Collected by the Priory in New 87 8 Zealand

4 6 0 9 6 8

CONSULTATION FEES HOSPITAL l\IONEY Box INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS BALANCE, being excess of Expenditure over Income recouped from the General Revenue Account of the Order .

.£1458 3

216 0 34 3 936 19

0 1 9

15337 11

.£17,982 17 11 E. BURDON, Hon. Treasurer.

We have examined the above Income and Expenditure Account for the year ended 30th September, 1948, with the books and vouchers in London and with the returns received from Jerusalem, and certify it to be correct to the best of our knowledge and belief. The account forms part of the General Income and Expenditure Account of the Grand Priory in the British Realm of the Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem and is incorporated therein. 3 Frederick's Place, PRICE WATERHOUSE & CO., Old Jewry, E.C. 2. Chartered Accountants. 26th February, 1949.

REPORT

Linen Guild. J)reatl>ent:

HER MAJESTY QUEEN MARY. <Ibatrman : THE COUNTESS OF CROMER.

JDcput'2==<Ibafrll1nn:

lIHce==(!bairman:

As Spring advanced it was deemed advisable that the Brit~sh ~ursing Staff should be evacuated with the exception of th~ Matron, MISS Mil~~n, who had shown great courage in wishing to remam on even after Bnhsh officials had been withdrawn, going first to Amman, and later to the Lebanon, there to await events in case she could be of servi.ce to the O.rder and should the Hospital in Jerusalem be reopened. But .It was deCIded later that Miss Millman should also return to England WhICh she reached in June .

THE COUNTESS OF LYTTON, C.r.

SUSANNA, DUCHESS OF GRAFTON.

(!ommfttee:

PARTY AT THE GATE.

CHILDREN'S COTS.

Permission was granted to the Ladies' Linen Guild to give a small party at the Gate in honour of Miss Millman and the other members of the Nursing taft who were then in England. The Hospitaller and other senior members ~f t~e Order honoured the occasion with their presence, and guests were illVIted to be taken .roun.d the ancient Priory to see the pictures and the valuable and histonc treasures in the Museum. Her Majesty Queen Mary with characteristic spon~aneity made the occasion a particularly memorable one, as .the f0.u0wmg, extract shows from our President's Private Secretary MaJor \Vlckham s letter to the Chairman of the Guild, which was read out by her accordingly, when this deeply appreciated presentation was made. . . " Her Majesty fully appreciates the courage and determ~ahon shown by the Staff of the Hospital in carrying on so long m the present distressing state of affairs in J eru~alem, and w~ll understands the necessity for closing down the Hospltal temporanly. " Queen Mary will be grateful if you will be so kind as to hand the enclosed signed photograph to Miss Milln:an as a small mark of Her lajesty's gratitude for her loyal serVIce as Matron of the Hospital. . . " Queen Mary will be interested to know whether l~ was p.oss:b~e to make any arrangements for taking care of the HospItal while It IS closed down and for the safe custody of the equipment and stores there. "

Towards the close of 1947 a request had been made from the Ophthalmic Hospital in Jerusalem for the further provision of cots for the Children's Clinic which was expected to be opened shortly. On the supposition that conditions were likely to improve, the late Matron, Miss Hayes, with her wide experience of what was required , together with the Chairman of the Guild went very carefully into the selection of the most practical kind of cots to be dispatched at the earliest moment of transit in January, 1948. It was, therefore, a matter of grave disappointment when the Palestinian situation was said to be deteriorating so rapidly that orders were shortly issued that the Postal and Shipping Services would no longer undertake the responsibility of delivery. The Guild was deeply indebted to the firm employed for allowing the cancellation of this order, at some inconvenience to themselves, and an expression of grateful appreciation was sent by the Committee for their unfailing courtesy and helpfulness in these transactions.

The significance of the meeting ofthe Ladies' Linen Guild in November, 1948, was marked by the presence of the "Varden, and those members who were unable to be present themselves would have found fresh ins,Piration in the simple and stirring account in which Dr. Manson depIcted the tragic story of these momentous months. It was encouraging to hear that on the last occasion when the \Varden was admitted by the Jews to the Hospital he found that in spite of wide destruction from either side, owing to our position lying between the Jewish and Arab forces, and the doors and windows having been blown out, that" In the Linen Room everything was intact ", but unfortunately a further visit to the Hospital as planned had since been impracticable. The Warden was very appreciative of the part which was being played by the Dominions, and the Ladies' Linen Guild has found great support and encouragement in their never-failing interest and offers of help.

THE DOWAGER COUNTESS OF AIRLIE, G.B.E. THE HON. MRS. COPLAND-GRIFFITHS. THE VISCOUNTESS ELIBANK. MISS A. C. G. HAYES.

LADY MALCOLM OF POLT.\LLOCII, 1\1. B.E. THE LADY PLENDER. THE COUNTESS OF SCARBROUGH. THE LADY \VEBB-JOHNSON.

S"retar12 :

MAJOR

J. F.

C. UNDERHILL, T.D .

Report of the Committee of the Linen Guild for 1948. The Guild has been deeply appreciative of the guidance and leadership of the Hospital Committee throughout this difficult year. Working in close co-operation with its wishes and being kept closely informed as to the position of our Hospital in Jerusalem the Guild has been ever mindful of that unwavering spirit of highest ideal of the Order. THE COMMITTEE.

In the early Spring of 1948 Lady Webb-Johnson, with the approval of the President, Her Majesty Queen Mary, was invited to join the Committee of the Ladies' Linen Guild, a nomination which was greatly welcomed by all its memhers.

THE WARDEN.

OPHTHALMIC HOSPITAL

REpORT

DOMINIONS. Canada. As in past years Canada has again proved her generosity by a contribution of £247 lOs. 6d., this cheque being sent direct to our President Queen Mary and acknowledged by Her Majesty's Private Secretary in most appreciative terms. A flag of the Order had recently reached the Gate worked by the Chairman of the Linen Guild in Canada, Mrs. Willis-O'Connor. This was displayed before the Guild and was much admired by those present. The Members of the League were glad to have this opportunity of showing it to the Warden hoping the time would not be far distant when the standard of St. John could again be flown from the Hospital in Jerusalem. Dr. Manson pointed out that this being a full size flag it would be chiefly used for ceremonial occasions and as the Standard was subject to a great deal of wear and tear due to strong winds, a number of smaller storm flags to be flown throughout the week would be useful as well. It was decided that the Dominions should be asked if they would care to share the privilege of helping in their supply, and thereby adding to the list of other deeply valued gifts, which should be allowed to accumulate for the anticipated great demand when the Hospital reopened. New Zealand. New Zealand was being an equally faithful friend and further details of its many activities were described. The final act of the Ladies' Linen Guild before adjourning till the New Year was to invite two of its members, Lady \Vebb-Johnson and Lady Plender, together with the Chairman, to meet at Headquarters to open a truly magnificent consignment of children's clothing sent by the Linen Guild of New Zealand under the kindly auspices of their Chairman, Lady Elliott. This generous gift, it was suggested, was to be distributed amongst some of the neediest inmates of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Hackney, which judging from the Matron's appreciation, lias made a 'hristmas long to be remembered amongst many of the little sufferers of this sadly blitzed area. THANKS. May I close this report with an expression of gratitude to the members of the Ladies' Linen Guild who have given such unstinted support to our cause and, finally, thank you, my Lord Hospitaller, personally for your unfailing help, ready sympathy and wise guidance, and those of your Staff who have ever been prompt with their invaluable assistance. CONCLUSION. Though our work has suffered so tragic a setback, and the object for which the Guild stands has been temporarily curtailed, in looking into the long past, as reminded by the Warden, we may compare these troublesome times with those which have gone before which have ever given birth to a greater fervency of Faith and a determination on the attainment of its goal. (Signed) RUBY CROMER, Chairman.

Linen Guild of the Ophthalmic Hospital at Jerusalenl. Receipts and Expenditure Account for thc year ended 30th Sept.ember, 1948. EXP~

RECEIPTS.

DITURE.

Llllcn Room Mattresses, etc. Prin tmg and General Expenses Loss on l:.xchange - .\ustraba

s. d. 92 2 6 :150 3 3

26 IH

Balance at 30th September, 778 19 194 -

469

£ 1,248

7 11

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253 11

7 10

118

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OPHTHALMIC HOSPITAL

REpORT

£ s.

Subscriptions and Donations. From 1St October, 1947, to 30th September, 1948. VICE-PRESIDENTS.

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Canada, Ladies' Linen Guild in Magniac, Mrs. Claude Stock, Mrs. Henry

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AGREEMENT TO CONTRffiUTE TO THE OPHTHALMIC HOSPIT AL IN JERUSALEM OF THE ORDER OF ST. JOHN.

Subscribers to our Hospital, liable t o I ncome Tax in t he United Kingdom, would, by signing the following Covenant , be able t o increase the amount of their gift, for Income Tax would be recovered by t he Hospital. In the case of death, before th e end of the seven years, the Agreemen t is void and creates no charge on the E state of t he deceased.

.. Then in Palestine, in sober grandeur stood, A Hospital that, night and day, received The pilgrims of the West and, when 'twas asked, , Who are the noble founders?' E very tongue At once replied, ' The Merchants of Amalfi ' ; That Hospital, when Godfrey scaled the walls, Sent forth its holy men in complete steel, And hence, the cowl relinquished for the helm, That chosen band, valiant, invincible, So long renowned as Champions of the Cross In Rhodes, in Mal t a ." Samuel Rogers (Italy).

FORM OF COVENANT. I .........................................w: ...... ....... ............................................. ............................................. .... ................. ........... ..... .

of ........................................................................................................................................ .................... ... ........ ,.. . HEREBY COVENANT with the ORDER OF ST. J OHN OF JERUSALEM that during a period of seven years from the date hereof, or during my life (whichever shall be t he shorter period) I will payout of m y general fund of taxed income for the benefit of the Ophthalmic H ospital in J erusalem of the said Order such yearly sum as after deduction of Income Tax at the rate for the time being in force will leave the net yearly sum of... ......................................................... * so that I shall receive no personal or private benefit in any of the said periods from the above annual sum or any part thereof.

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IN WITNESS whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal this

FORM

BEQUEST .

....................................day of...................................................... 194 I g lVe and

(Signed)........................................................................................ ..

GRAND

Signed, Sealed and Delivered by the said .............................................................................................................................................. ,...... . in the presence of Name of Witness .............................................................................................................................................. . Address ....................................................................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................................................................

Occupation ......................................................................,.......................................................... .................. . When you have completed the above Covenant will you please forward same to: The Hon. Treasurer, St. John Ophthalmic Hospital, St. John's Gate, Clerkenwell, London, E.C. 1.

Here insert in words the amount of t he net yearly su m .

bequeath

unto the Treas urer for the

Institution known by the n a m e of TH E OPHTHALMIC PRIORY

IN THE

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THE HOSPITAL OF ST. JOH N OF J ERUSAL EM the sum of .. ........................................ .. .. . ([ree of duty ) to b e a pplie d towa rds accomplishing the Charitable designs of the said Institution.

N. B.-Land and Money secured on Land ca n now be gi ven to charitable uses under the conditions enacted by the" Charitable Uses Act, 1891, 54 & 55 Vic. c. 73 ".

\tbe <Sranb ~rior~ in tbe :tSrtttsb 'Realm of \tbe \1)enerable ®rber of tbe bospital of St. lobn of 3erusalem

~be

St. John ambulance Bssociation

Report for the Twelve Months ended 31st December, 1948

LONDON:

HEAD OFFICE, ST. JOHN'S GATE, CLERKENWELL, LONDON, E.C.1.

Ube (l;nlllb !prior}2 in tbe JJ3ritfsb 1Realm of tbe \l)enenlble Orber of tbe 1bospftal of St. 3-obn of 3-erusale11l

\tbe St. 30hn Btnbnlance Baaociatioll. !patron: HIS MAJESTY THE KI)lG.

(Sovereign Head of the Order. )

!presibent : GENERAL H.R.H. TIlE DUKE OF GLOUCESTER, K.G., E TC.

(Grand Prior of the Order.)

]Director of :ambulance: aLa, "EL SIR BERTRAM

T. FORD,

Kt.,

T.D., D.L., LL.D.

Secretar}2 : N.

CAPTAIN A.

CAHUSAC, O.B.E., M.C.

:accountant: THE TREASURER AND ACCOUNTANT OF THE ORDER .

:assistant Secretar}2 : O.

H. A.

1beab ®fffce:

ST.

HORNE,

ESQ.

Stores .Manager: WRIGGLESWORTH, ESQ., M.B.E.

JOHN'S GATE, CLERKENWELL, LONDON,

E.C .

JJ3anRers : THE WESTMINSTER BANK, LIMITED, CLERKENWELL, E.C.

THE ST. JOHN AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION.

:association (tOmnltttee:

REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF AMBULANCE.

(Consisting exclusively of Members of the Order. I

Sir, I have the honour to submit for the information of His Royal Highness The Grand Prior and the Chapter-General my first Report as Director of Ambulance in which office I succeeded General Sir Clive Liddell, K.C.B., C.M.G., C.B.E., D.S.O., on 24th June. To him, to Major-General F. V. B. \Vitts, C.B., C.B.E., D.S.O., M.C. (Assistant Director of Ambulance), to members of the Ambulance Committee, and to the Chairmen and members of its ub-Committees, are due the grateful thanks of the St. John Ambulance Association for their splendid service during their term of office.

1st 11;fay, 1949 Uba!rman: COLONEL SIR BERTRAM J. T. FORD, Kt., T.D., D.L., LL.D. (Director of Ambulance)

.Members: Ex officio. THE SECRETARy-GENERAL OF THE ORDER.

CO JSTITUTIONAL CHANGES.

THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF Al\IBULANCE.

As a result of decisions reached by the Chapter-General regarding the Constitution of the Order, its Foundations, and its Committees, the Ambulance Committee has been abolished and the work of the Association ub-Committee absorbed in the Association Committee, a Standing Committee of the Order, which is empowered to decide matters affecting the Association alone, not involving any major question of finance nor inconsistent with the fundamental principles of the Order. A list of members of the Association Committee appears on p. 2 of this Report. Con equent on the abolition of the Ambulance Committee the Council of the Order appointed a Special Committee to consider the future of ulJ- ommittees of the Ambulance Committee other than the Publicity ub- ommittee which had previously been absorbed in the Press Relations and Publicity Committee of the Order. The following recommendations of the pecial Committee were approved by the Council of the Order : -

THE CHIEF COMMISSIONER, ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE AT HOME. THE CHIEF COMMISSIONER, ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE OVERSEAS. [HE

SUPERINTENDENT-I T-CHIEF, BRIGADE AT HOME.

I URSING

UNITS,

ST.

JOHN

AlIIBULA,·CE

Representatives oj Subordinate Establishments. Priory for 'Vales-The Hon. JOHN BRUCE. Priory in Southern Africa-THE RT. HON. THE EARL OF G. C.V.O., G.C.M.G., P.C.

LARE 'DOl', K.G.,

Priory in Canada-THE RT. HON. THE EARL OF BESSBOROUGIl, G.c.t.I.G. Priory in New Zealand-l\IARsHAL OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE THE LORD G.C.B., O.M., C.M.G., C.B.E. Priory in Australia (excluding 'Vestern vVINSTON DUGAN, K.C.M.G., C.B., D.S.O.

Australia)-MAJOR-GENERAL

G. PAPE, ESQ., O.B.E.

H. H. CAVENDISH FULLER, ESQ., M.D } H. H. HALLIDAY, ESQ. Representing Railway Centres. H. ADAMS CLARKE, ESQ. N. CORBET FLETCHER, ESQ., O.B.E., M.A., TlI.B., M.R.C.S. THE COUNTESS OF LINDSAY. THE HON. MRS. LESLIE GAMAGE. LIEUT.-COLONEL

EWALL,

W. E. PRINGLE, M.C.

R. STEWART MILLER, ESQ. CAPTAIN RUSSELL STEELE, M.B. F. W. KING, ESQ. }Representing Post Office Ambulance Centre. J. S. WEATHERLEY, ESQ.

Exhibition Sub-Committee. That the Exhibition Sub-Committee should become a Sub-Committee of the Association Committee and should be constituted as follows : The Director of Ambulance (Chairman) irs. Hugh McCorquodale Two representatives of the Association Two representatives of the Brigade and that the Chairman should have power to add to this Sub-Committee as he thought fit. M edical Comforts Depot Sub-Committee. That, in view of the National Health Act, the Medical Comforts Depot Sub-Committee should be abolished and that the administration of Medical Comforts Depots should be decentralised. Planning Sub-Committee. That, as the termination of the war had obviated the need for such a Sub-Committee, the Planning Sub-Committee should be abolished. CLASSES OF II STRUCTION IN FIRST AID AND KI DRED SUBJECTS.

The extent to which various Government Departments and Nationalised undertakings are encouraging training in First Aid is most gratifying, as is shown by the following examples : The Ministry of Supply in implementation of its policy to train a percentage of Industrial and non-Industrial staff has arranged classes in its Midland and South-Western Area and preliminary discussions have taken place with representatives from other areas. The British Electricity Authority is planning to train in First Aid

under the auspices of the Association a percentage of its employees from each of its London establishments as the initial step in a plan to carry out large scale First Aid training throughout the whole country. The Ministry of Civil Aviation, to ensure an adequate and efficient First Aid service at all Ministry of Civil Aviation aerodromes, has provided facilities for all members of aerodrome staffs of all grades (other than telephone operators) to undergo training in First Aid and to be re-examined every year. A number of classes has been held at various aerodromes throughout the country. Both the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the British Overseas Airways Corporation have agreed to authorise the wearing of the Association Badge by Air Hostesses and other employees in possession of the First Aid Certificate of the Association. The Ministry of Labour and other Government Departments have also arranged classes during the year. The figures for the year, which show a gratifying increase on those for 1947, speak for all the other Bodies and members of the general public who have arranged and attended classes, including a notable number of classes held for Police and Fire Brigades. Figures for the year for Certificates issued at home are as follows : 1948.

1947.

First Aid . Home Nurs.ing . Hygiene Sanitation Child Welfare

43,969 8,965 772 12 1,834

36,561 6,962 416 8 1,230

Wales

55 ,552 4,797

45,177 3,765

60,349

48,942

NATIONAL COAL BOARD. A memorandum submitted to the Chief Medical Officer of the National Coal Board last June is still under his consideration. That memorandum suggested the establishment of Centres of the Association in each of the Regions of the Coal Board in England, somewhat on the lines of the existing Railway Centres of the Association, but from a number of interesting and informative discussions which I have had with the Chief Medical Officer of the Board the general tendency at the moment appears to be in the direction of independent Divisional organisations under the Medical Officer of each Division of the Coal Board. I t is by no means improbable that as the Regional Organisation for First Aid and Home Nursing develops a national programme of training on uniform lines as far as possible, may be the outcome of the present arrangement, but local requirements and difficulties will always have to be carefully studied. In the meanwhile, the Association is doing everything possible to assist the Coal Board in providing instruction in First Aid and kindred subjects for the mine workers and their families. ST. JOHN DELEGATION TO GERMANY. In April a St. John Delegation visited the British Zone of Germany at the invitation of the Control Commission with a view to ascertaining whether it was feasible to organise classes under the auspices of the St. John Ambulance Association among British Nationals both civil and military, and whether it was practicable to extend the scope of these classes to include German Nationals. As a result of the visit it was decided by the Control Commission that classes in First Aid and kindred subjects

should be held on a voluntary basis for British Nationals and that classes for German Nationals employed by the Control Commission should be permitted at the discretion of Regional Administrative Officers. If these classes were a success consideration would be given to extending the scheme of First Aid training to all German Nationals in the British Zone. Special regulations for classes in Germany were drawn up by the Association for issue to class secretaries and classes began in the autumn. In November the Delegation returned to Germany on a further invitation from the Control Commission, to inspect the First Aid Classes established as the result of the previous visit, to advise the Welfare Directorate of the Control Commission on any points of difficulty, and to discuss the possibility of extending First Aid training to the German Nationals in the British Zone. In the course of a 1,300-mile tour of the British Zone the Delegation found that a good beginning had been made in organising classes throughout the British Zone which were well attended both by British personnel and by the German employees of the Control Commission. The Delegation also found that the organisation set up by the Association for running classes in Germany was working very smoothly. Dmipg the tour it was arranged that classes should be formed for rmy personnel in the British Army of the Rhine and for British Scouts in the British Zone. The Delegation had an opportunity of visiting the German Police Training School at Dusseldorf to witness a Display of First Aid by the Police team which had won the Police Competitiun in Land North Rhine \\Testphalia, and of presenting to the winning team the trophy which was given by the Order and the Association with a view to encouraging First Aid training among the German Police in the other Lander. The Delegation was most impressed by the keenne s and enthusiasm shown everywhere for First Aid among both the British and the German personnel and found that there was a general concensu of opinion that there should be established in Germany an organisation to be responsible for running classes in First Aid and kindred subjects among the German general public. The setting up of such an organisation, however, presents a difficult problem, and discussions are proceeding among the authorities in Germany to see how best it can be solved. I take this opportunity to record my own thanks and also those of the Association not only to the Delegation for the way in which it accomplished its arduous task, but also to the authorities of the Control Commission for sponsoring First Aid training in the British Zone and to the Director of Medical Services and his Department for their unfailing co-operation in providing lecturers and examiners for these courses. ST. JOHN COUNCILS. During the year the Secretary of the Order, on the instructions of the Prior, issued a memorandum to St. John Councils outlining a scheme based on that adopted by the St. John Council for the COUNTY PALATINE OF LA CASTER for the co-ordination and extension of the work of the Association. The St. John Councils for HAMPSHIRE and DORSET have taken steps to implement this scheme and have set up an Association County Committee or its equivalent and in addition have established the following new Centres of the Association : HAMPSHIRE.

DORSET.

Andover Gosport and Fareham

Dorchester Wareham

Other St. John Councils have the memorandum under active consideration, and a County Centre is in process of formation in Oxfordshire. The following is a list of St. John Councils in being at 31st December :-

G Buckinghamshire Cheshire II! A Devonshire Dorset Durham Gloucestershire Hampshire

Herefordshire Kent Lancashire Leicestershire Norfolk Oxfordshire Staffordshire

Suffolk Sussex West Riding of Yorkshire Ulster Guernsey Jersey

on Labels and Pendants, but the practice of engraving a candidate's name on the Medallion together with the registration number allotted, remains unchanged, and Pendants will continue to indicate as before the year for which they are supplied. AMENDMENTS TO REGULATIONS.

COMMITTEE OF THE ORDER OF ST. JOHN FOR NORTHER

IRELAND.

The Committee of the Order for Northern Ireland ha made plans to take over the functions of the Ulster Centre of the Association on 1st January, 1949, and has set up. a~ Asso~i~tio~ Committee to be responsible for the extension of Ass?clatIo~ actIVlty m Northe.rn Ireland. Under the direction of this Commlttee elght County CommIttees ~ave been established whose task will be to stimulate interest in and enthusIasm for the work of the Association in their areas. I take this opportunity of expressing to the offi~e "?earers an~ members of the Ulster Centre my very grateful apprecIatIOn of theIr zealous services to the Association during their term of office. REORGANISATIO

Instruction and Examination Fees. Having noted a recommendation by the Council of the British Medical Association to its members regarding fees for the instruction of classes in First Aid, Home Nursing and kindred subjects, the Association Committee decided to amend its Regulations to conform to the recommendation of the Council of the British Medical Association. Details of the changes have been published in the regulations of the Association.

OF THE RAILWAYS.

Consequent on the nationalisation o.f the Railways the Railway entre of the Association have been reorgamsed and renamed as under : Cheshire Lines Committee.

British Railways Ambulance Centre (London Midland Region, C.L.C.). British Railways Ambulance Centre (Western Region).

Great Western Railway London and orth Eastern Railway) (Great Central Section) l (Great Eastern Section) J (Great Northern Section) London and North Eastern Railway (North Eastern Area).. . London Midland and Scottlsh Railway

British Railways Ambulance Centre (Eastern Region).

Midland and Great Northern Joint Committee Southern Railway

British Railways Ambulance (North Eastern Region). British Railways Ambulance (London Midland Region). British Railways Ambulance (Eastern Region). British Railways Ambulance (Southern Region).

Centre Centre Centre

POST OFFICE AMBULANCE CENTRE .

Reference was made in last year's Report to the expansion of the Post Office Ambulance Centre to cover the whole country. As a result of the fine work performed by the Centre since th~n. and i~ view of its opportunities of making the work ~f the Asso~IatIon Wldely lm?Wl1 throughout the country it has been declded to appomt two representatIves of the Post Office Ambulance Centre to serve on the Association Committee. AWARDS.

During the year the number of certificate holders who applied for Medallions, Labels, and Pendants was as follows:. 6,304 . 46,266 6,949 decided t~at f~r

PUBLICITY.

The importance of adequate and forceful pUblicity has received constant consideration during the year. Centres have been urged to give the widest possible publicity to Association activities in their areas through the medium of the local Press and by means of circulars and posters, and, judging by the number of Press cuttings received at Headquarters, it is clear that Centres appreciate the importance of constant and suitable pUblicity and are making efforts to implement publicity of the right kind with considerable succe s.

Centre

In addition, the former London Passenger Transport Board ,Cl\1etropolitan Line) is being absorbed in the London Transport ExecutIve as from 1st January, 1949, not only for the railway employees of the Lon~on Transport Executive but also for all other employees of the ExecutIve.

Medallions Labels . Pendants

(( Life" of First Aid Certificate. During the year it was decided to reduce the validity of the Adult First Aid ertificate from five to three years with effect from 1st September.

During the year the Committee various reasons it was no longer practicable to engrave a candIdate s Medallion number

REVISION OF TEXTBOOKS.

The Committee engaged in the revision of the First Aid Textbook has held frequent meetings during the year and is nearing the completion of its task. It anticipates that the first draft of the revised edition will be available to the printers towards the end of May, 1949. Professor F. A. E. Crew, M.D., D.SC., PH.D., D.I.H., F.R.C.P.E., F.R.S., who, as reported last year, kindly undertook the revision of the Hygiene Textbook, has completed his task and the new book is already in pagedproof form. Publication early in the New Year may therefore be expected, and as it has already been described as (( piquant, provocative, and wholly delightful" it is hoped the new book will be widely studied. Consequent on the revision of the Hygiene Textbook, the Committee, after consultation with the author, decided to amend the existing regulations regarding the qualifications required of Lecturers and Examiners on the Standard (Adult) Hygiene Course, and the following will be recognised as Lecturers and Examiners on the new Hygiene Course to be introduced early in the New Year :(1) Qualified and registered medical practitioners whose names appear on the Medical Register published under the direction of the General Council of Medical Education and Registration of the United Kingdom; (2) Qualified Health Visitors; (3) Graduates in Biologisal Science of any recognised University in the United Kingdom. The need for a Preliminary Hygiene Manual has not been overlooked, and Professor Crew has expressed his readiness to prepare a simple Manual for the Preliminary Course of Hygiene.

8 THE ASSOCIATION OVERSEAS.

Malaya (Singapore and Federation of Malaya). Consequent on the new political constitution of the Federation of Malaya and the Colony of Singapore it became impracticable for the Malaya Centre to remain responsible for the affairs of the Association both in the Federation of Malaya and in Singapore, and accordingly steps were taken to divide responsibility for Association activity in geographical Malaya between a reconstituted Singapore Centre and a Federation of Malaya Centre. Thanks to the untiring efforts of Dr. and Mrs. MacGregor, Sir Ralph Hone, and all the other friends of the Association in Malaya, these Centres have been established on a firm footing. North Borneo. A Branch of the Association was established in North Borneo in February. Since then the Association has had the advantage of discussions with Mrs. Twining, wife of the Governor of North Borneo, Mr. Black, Acting Chief Secretary of the North Borneo Government, and Brigadier Macaskie, Chairman designate of the Branch, regarding the functions of the Branch in North Borneo. It is evident that the ravages of the Japanese occupation have created enormous difficulties in the Colony, but officials there feel that a Branch of the Association can make a valuable contribution to the rehabilitation of the Colony. Malta, G.C. With the establishment of a St. John Council in Malta there has been formed a \iVorking or Standing Committee of the Association to be responsible for the furtherance of Association activities in Malta and Gozo in the same way as the previous Centre Committee of the Association. Classes have been held for all Bandsmen, Motor Drivers, Trumpeters, and Boys of the Royal Malta Artillery Regiment. Hong Kong. From discussions we have had with various members of the Hong Kong Centre it is evident that under the guidance of the St. John Council the Association organisation is being established on a firm footing, and we look forward with confidence to steady progress in instructional and humanitarian work in Hong Kong. India. The Indian Council reports that the instructional work of the Association in India has suffered somewhat owing to the diversion of energies towards the urgent requirements of refugee relief work, but it is confident that the setback is only temporary and will be counterbalanced in succeeding years. Already there are signs that the number of students attending classes is on the increase and every effort is being made to improve the position.

Pakistan. In September an approach was made to His Excellency the GovernorGeneral of Pakistan, suggesting the establishment of a Council in Pakistan to administer the affairs of the St. John Ambulance Association under a Chairman to be appointed by His Excellency the Governor-General. His Excellency approved the formation of such a Council and expressed the hope that the Association in Pakistan would play its full part in the service of humanity along with other similar organisations.

Kenya. The task of extending Association activities in Kenya continues to be tackled with energy and enthusiasm, and although among Europeans the response has been somewhat disappointing, amongst Africans and Asians the prospects are encouraging. The Centre is co-operating closely with the Church Missionary Society in running classes in First Aid in native schools, and plans have been made to introduce First Aid as part of the syllabus of an African teachers' holiday training course. The activities of these and other Centres and Branches of the Association Overseas, in so far as the issue of Certificates is concerned, are shown on page 13. MANUAL ON INDUSTRIAL FIRST AID.

Representatives of the Royal College of Nursing, the Industrial Medicine Committee of the British Medical Association, and the Association of Industrial Medical Officers held a meeting on 25th March, to discuss inter alia the first draft of the Manual on Industrial First Aid. They recommended that the draft in its existing form was not suitable for the training of Industrial First Aid Attendants, and asked that the matter might be further discussed by the Standing Committee of representatives of the Royal College of Nursing, St. John Ambulance Association, and British Red Cross Society, to which representatives of the Industrial Medicine Committee of the British Medical Association, Industrial Medical Officers, and the medical departments of interested Ministries were to be invited. The Standing Conference met on 3rd June, and decided that the Royal College of Nursing should proceed with the preparation of a syllabus for Industrial First Aid Attendants based on selected parts of the draft 111anual on Industria! First Aid. The proposed syllabus of training has not yet been completed. COMPETITIONS.

The following Competitions were held under the auspices of the Association during the year under review:Police Competition. Railway Competition (for men). Railway Competition (for women). All the staging and scenery for these Competitions were provided through the generosity of Mrs. John Maxwell and Mr. J. Grossman, to whom the Committee records its grateful thanks.

Police National Competition. The first post-war Police National Competition was held at the Borough Polytechnic, London, on 12th March. After a break of 10 years it was gratifying to see that enthusiasm had by no means diminished, and though the standard of work did not quite reach pre-war standards at least a very promising start was made before a large and appreciative audience. The judges were Dr. A. C. White Knox, of London, and Dr. H. S. Taylor-Young, of Salisbury, to whom also the Committee desires to record its grateful thanks. They placed the teams in the following order :Place. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Team. Brighton Borough Police .. Metropolitan Police (" Y " Division) Birmingham City Police ., West Riding of Yorkshire Constabulary East Suffolk Police . Sunderland Borough Police Manchester City Police . Devon County Constabulary Glamorganshire Constabulary Maximum marks obtainable, 480.

Marks. 393 382 317 310 285 282 279 233 228

appreciation, and to Mr. Wrigglesworth and his staff both the Committee and I myself desire to record our high commendation of their work and our gratitude for their devotion to the service of the Order. OBITUARY.

Although strictly outside the scope of this Report, the Committee records with regret that Mr. J. Grossman, who is mentioned elsewhere in this Report, died suddenly on 18th January, 1949. Mr. Grossman was associated with the St. John movement for 42 years, since 1906, when he qualified for the First Aid Certificate of the Association. He was perhaps best known for his work in connection with the staging of Competitions, and Reports of the Association have for many years testified to his splendid contribution to the success of the Railway and Police Competitions. It is not too much to say that the realism of Competitions to-day is due primarily to his advice, experience, his generosity and enthusiasm, and the Association owes him a deep debt of gratitude. His presence and personality will be sorely missed by all who knew him, but none will forget his outstanding service. Mr. Grossman was admitted to the Order in the Grade of Associate Officer in 1927, and promoted to the Grade of Associate Commander in 1937. I have the honour to be, Sir, Your obedient Servant,

TOTALS OF CERTIFICATES ISSUED BY SUBORDINATE ESTABLISHMENTS OF THE ORDER AND BY CENTRES AND BRANCHES OF THE ASSOCIATION OVERSEAS.

Priory in Southern Africa Priory in Australia. . . Commandery in West Australia Priory in Canada . Priory in New Zealand ADEN BERMUDA BRITISH GUIANA

British Honduras British West Indies ;The Bahamas BARBADOS JAMAICA .

74 54 8

13 112

15 44 156

10 96 135

334 100

285 91

147

Windward Islands St. Vincent .

KENYA TANGANYIKA UGANDA

Zanzibar Egypt Fiji 1.

32,737

Leeward Islands

Cyprus East Africa ;-

THE SECRETARy-GENERAL, ORDER OF ST. JOHN. ST. JOHN'S GATE, CLERKENWELL, E.C.

Last Year . 10,838 6,416

TRINIDAD.

BURMA CEYLON

Director of Ambulance.

This Year. 10,657 6,265 653 41,881 6,279

GIBRALTAR HONG KONG INDIA . • MALAYA, FEDERATION OF . SINGAPORE MALTA NEWFOUNDLAND

Palestine. Sudan . West Africa : Gambia GOLD COAST NIGERIA

103 18,286 35

1,041 25,153 }

630

656

72 612 18

221

32 44

Sierra Leone 86,520

(Centres of the Association are shown in capital letters.)

78,036

ANALYSIS OF EXAMINATIONS. 1st January to 31st December, 1948.

A.-THROUGH CENTRES. RE-EXAMINATIONS

CERTIFICATES

Number of Classes

January February March. April May June July Au gust September October November December

128 181 236 254 231 228 219 51 79 86 152 387

Number of Candidates successful in Total F.A.

P.F.A.

789 995 1,517 1,450 1,230 941 911 317 365 395 1,214 2,636

268 426 563 531 490 463 641 67 145 277 381 1,108

12,760

5,360

R.N.

19 305 201 114 338 143 56 5 29 121 197

107 211 176 259 283 267 40 63 99 157 251

1,582

1,955 ,

Centre Totals

2,232

P.R.N.

Ryg.

P.Ryg.

C.W.

P.C.W.

San.

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18,120

18 9

81 28

22 25

10 12

5 22 ~ 96

11 34 133

6 140

168

No. Failed

1,195 1,696 2,703 2,404 2,146 2,112 2.304 480 583 811 1,907 4,373

23 70 21 42 9 271

13 1 44 46

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Percentage of Failures

103 139 227 293 174 123 192 30 54 47 152 260

7·93 7·57 7·75 to·86 7·38 5 ·50 7·68 5·88 8'47 5'48 7·38 5·61

1,794

7·32

Number of Candidates

Number of Classes

Passed

Failed

47 70 95 157 124 74 30 15 18 24 69 95

1,680 2,121 3,446 3,555 2,663 1353 587 300 238 433 1,430 1,846

30 48 37 43 40 19 13 1 5 3 23 30

818

19,652

292

641

'~'

264

3,537

781

22,714-

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200 194 345 332 356 317 333 106 95 171 223 540

1.361 1,344 1,607 1,594 1,826 1,378 1,505 756 670 943 1,456 3,259 17,699

411 394 919 953 787 994 B65 240 53B 599 1,287

115 65 330 275 216 193 254 44 63 49 96 409

136 164 275 259 320 333 637 132 101 1R2 253 527

8,150

2,109

3,319

lU3

Cen tre and Branch Grand Totals, 1948 Centre and Branch Grand Totals, 1947

74 54 9 44 56

27 57 41 47 42

12 32 45

24 39 77 110 109 30 107 7 14 43 00 87

29 35 42 24 5

28 34

2,090 2,{)(){j 3,338 3,337 3,350 3,043 3,471 1,179 1,023 l,77G 2,554 5,GSl

166 145 24!J 208

61 46 91 154 484-

7'38 6·74 6·94 5'87 8· 22 8 · 31 6 ' 49 4·92 4·26 4·87 5 · 68 7 ·85

10 8 72 25 29 25 11 4 6 25 21 38

:32,848

2,421

6 ·86

274

300 276

~41

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3,212

25,849

5,42')

5,444

43,969

8,965

4,512

36.561

6,962

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316

601 817 2,420 1,591 1.876 901 398 167 243 289 1,341 1,957

18 13 78 27 38 16 23 11 5

23 69

737

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1,053

772

1,834

55,552

4,215

7·05

1,092

32,253

613

41U

1,230

45,177

3,440

7·07

982

24,498

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16 RE-EXAMINATION AWARDS. (Not including Vouchers.) MEDALLIONS.

Year. 1922 (Grand Totals) 1923 1924 1925 1926 1927 1928 1929 1930 1931 1932 1933 1934 1935 1936 1937 1938 1939 1940 1941 1942 1943 1944 1945 1946 1947 1948

England, Ireland, and Overseas. 246,030 7,687 8,247 9,222 10,024 11,169 11,551 11,819 13,663 14,501 14,526 14,561 13,455 13,036 13,016 12,545 16,063 17,995 22,405 32,858 33,620 22,889 16,672 13,393 6,500 6,179 6,304 619,930

Wales. 1,955 749 1,063 1,311 1,347 1,260 1,192 1,138 1,406 1,264 1,336 1,559 1,359 1,315 1,184 1,089 1,258 1,470 1,713 2,144 2,194 1,702 1,183 625 554 323 446

LABELS.

England, Ireland, and Overseas. 213,519 18,476 19,320 20,992 23,797 26,498 29,113 30,752 33,741 36,521 37,795 42,683 44,676 46,102 46,909 48,008 50,937 51,032 50,000 49,000 46,388 44,236 38,566 32,054 36,916 43,119 46,266

34,139 1,207,416

PENDANTS.

Wales. 5,074 1,925 2,540 2,942 3,468 4,011 4,370 4,602 5,009 5,439 5,851 6,154 6,776 6,95-! 7,090 6,811 6,922 7,578 6,943 6,915 7,807 7,870 7,663 6,873 6,436 5,956 6,302 156,281

England, Ireland, and Overseas . 13,668 2,530 2,670 2,778 3,100 3,296 4,375 4,100 4,346 4,695 4,746 5,059 5,362 5,043 5,311 5,159 5,764 5,538 6,822 8,362 14,573 14,890 14,645 13,55 1 16,2 3 9,356 6,949 192,971

Wall's . 368 165 182 192 168 322 311 363 366 330 358 369 497 475 441 526 512 586 476 475 364 400 346 189 678 660 409

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COUNTY AND CENTRE.

FORMED.

DERBYSHIREDerby *G."anby and Ilkeston

PRESIDENT.

OHAIRMAN.

HONORARY SEORETARY.

1886

Capt. H. T. Ann.

F. A . Grice

G. E. Johnson, 146, Burton Road, Derby.

1898

H. Trueman .

H. Trueman.

Col. The Earl Fortescue, C.B., O.B.E., M.C.

C. Prauce, M.B.

Mrs. Bascombe, St. John Council, The Prysten

The Right Hon. the Lord Roborough.

C. Prance, M.B.

G. Howard, The Prysten House, Finewell Street, Plymouth.

Mosley, 1, Percy Street, Ilkeston.

DEVONSHIRESt. John Council.

Plymouth

District

1921

House, Finewell Street, Plymouth.

DORSETSt. John Council.

Brig.-Gen. The Earl of Shaftesbury, K.P., etc.

Capt. J. Docwra Rogers.

Mrs. Martyn, 1, Alton Road, Parkstone.

Dorchester

1948

Dr. J. L.Longland.

H. G. Longman.

Poole

1929

The Mayor.

Dr. E. S. Bowes.

R. J. Brackston, Marlow," Manor Road, Dorchester. J. Beadon, 60, Churchfield Road, Poole.

V,'areham

1948

Miss B. E. Allen , Seaford, Stoborough, \Vareham.

DURHAMSt. John Council.

The Vi count Gort, M.C.

*Darlington

Mrs. Watson (Acting), 2, Osborne Terrace,

ewcastle-on-Tyne. M. Fletcher, 135, Longfield Road, Harrowgate Hill. Darlington. R. H. Sarginson, 2, Elm Grove, West Hartlepool.

1880

S. Leng.

S. Leng-.

Hartlepools

1880

J. R. Bradshaw, J .P.

]. R. Bradshaw, J

South Shields. ,.

1883

Lad y Readhead.

T. Humphries.

Major T. A. Page, 75, King Street, South Shields.

Stockton and Thornaby

19H

T. C. Hudson, J .P.

Sunderlan d

1893

Col. H. E. Kitching, M.B.E. (,. II. Cook, o B E.

D. L. Rennison.

J Buckley, 67, Craigweil Crescent, Durham Road, Stockton-on-Tees. H. R Gray, 3, Commercial Road, Hendon, Sunderland.

His Grace The Duke of Beaufort, K.G., etc.

Dr. A. Barrett Carclew, M.C.

Major E. A. Mciver, M.M., T.D., 12, Royal Crescent,

GLOUCESTER H1RESt. John Council.

Cheltenham

1912

*Gloucester

188l

Col. ir ] ame~ L. leeman, C.B., C.M.G ., C.B.E., M.V.O. The Bishop of GLoucester.

HAMPSHIRE-

H. J. Lewis, J.P.

Cheltenham. Miss B . Wood, 16, Lansdown Crescent, Cheltenham.

J. C. Fielding.

\Y. E. Flew, 13, Lansdown Road, Gloucester.

Sir Maurice Hallett, G.C.I.E., K.C.S.I.

St. John Council.

Bournemouth .. ,

1949 1926

Gosport and Fareham

1948

Portsmouth

1881

Southampton .. ,

1880

Andover

Lt.-Col. F. A. Hanson, vVessex House, 6, Upper

High Street, \Vinchester. Mrs. Wilson, Little Goddards, Hatherden.

F. C. Bottomley, H. W. Hoare, 28, Palmerston Road, Boscombe, Bournemouth. O.B.E. Surg. Rear Admiral F. Surg. Rear Admiral T. Miss . Russell, 22, San Diego Road, Gosport. H. Nimmo. A. Brown Shaw. Miss R. P. Hatch, 10, Edgerley Gardens, Cosham, The Marquis of CarisW. . \Vibon. Hants. brooke, G.C.V.O., eic . Dr.

The Dowager Lady Swaythling.

Lt.-Col. The Rev. C. G. R SydneyTurner, O.B.E ., D.S.O.

Sec., Miss F. M. Tutte, Southampton.

St. John Couucil.

Lt.-Col. Sir Richard Cotterell, Bt.

Freeman Newton.

St. Johu Couucil.

The Lord Cornwallis, K.B.E., M.C.

Sir Robcrt Gower, K.C.V.O., O.B.E.

Robert Gower ( cting), Sandown Court, Tunbridge \Yells. Miss Allardyce, 7, Vernon Place, Canterbury.

HEREFORDSHIREKENT-

1878

*Canterbury LANCASHIRESt. John Council.

(County Palatine Lancaster) . Accrington Ashton-under-Lyne

The Dean of Canterbury. C. T. Richardson.

Weaver,

4,IArchers Road,

"Brockington," Hafod Road,

Hereford. Sir

The Earl Peel

The Hon. H. A. CozensHardy.

Major T. E. Spcncer, 39, Fishergate, Preston.

Col. G. G. H. Bolton, M.B.E., M.C.

J. \Y . Halliwell, Ambulance Drill Hall, Bull Bridge, Accrington.

J. E. Skelmerdine.

T. Kelsall, 12, Ryecroft Street, Ashton-under-Lyne.

1884

M.B.E.,

1894 1919

A. Aked.

A. Aked .

F. Hanson, 14, Lee View, Bacup.

Barrow-in -Furness

1880

Wm. Killingbeck, J.P.

W. Jacobs.

Blackburn

1885

*Brierfield

1889

J. Binney.

C. Heyworth.

W. Clarkson, 38 Commercial Street, Brierfield.

Burnley

1883

The Rt. Hon. Lord Shuttleworth, M.C.

The Rt. Hon. Lorcl Shuttleworth, M.C.

A. Dickinson, 820, Padiham Road, Burnley.

Bury

1949

*Bacup

Crossfield, 9, Bristol Street, Barrow-in-Furness. Blackburn.

Eddleston.

OOUNTY AND OENTRE.

Colne

FORMED.

1889

PRESIDENT.

OHAIRMAN.

G. E. Wilmore.

HONORARY SECRETARY.

A. Parkinson.

H. Nicholson, 37, Atkincoats Road, Colne. S. ]. Fisher, Solicitor, Town Hall, Dalton-inFurness. R. Bury, Higher Whit-Bank, Tockholes, Darwen.

*Dalton-in-Furness

1887

*Darwen

1919

]. Watson.

Sir Frederick Hindle.

Liverpool

1880

Manchester

1880 1888

W. Murray Cairns, C.B.E., M.D. Col. C. H. S. Redmond, M.B. H. Smith.

Miss D. V. Wat.kins, St. Luke's Chambers, 2, Bold Placf', Liverpool. E. F. Thomley, 55, Cross Street, Manchester.

Nelson

Rt. Hon. the Earl of Derby, M.C. Sir W. Clare Lees, Bt., O.B.E. H. Brown.

Oldham

1884

Col. R. 1. Po:;Lon.

Col. R. 1. Poston.

C. Thompson, M.B., 10, Barker Street, Oldham .

Preston

1889

H. Calvert.

Rochdale

1886

L. Lyle.

A. M. McMaster, M.B.,

St. Helens

1884

Southport

1887

Col. G . R. Pilkington, D.S.O. Lt.-Col. G. MighaU.

Col. G. R. Pilkington, D.S.O. H. Sheldon, M.D.

LEICESTERSHIRESt. John Council.

LINCOLNSHIRECoun ty Centre ...

H. N. Bream. Communications for the Leicester City. Communications elsewhere in the County.

1917

NORFoLKSt. John Council. ORTHAMPTONSHIREKettering

1893

H . A. Skepper, 51 \Vindl e Street, St. Helens .

R. H. Walsh, 40, Melling Road, Southport. R. W. W. Gee, 6, Seymour St.reet, Leicester. R. W. Gee, 6, Seymour Street, Leicester. Miss Ward, Ambulance H.Q., Packe Street, Loughborough.

VV. Gott, 294, Laceby Road, Grimsby.

The Earl of Leicester.

Lient-.Col. Sir Thoma Cook.

Capt. P. C. Seekings, 20, Castle _1eadow, Norwich, oriolk.

Captain T. M.B.E.

C. F. Seddon.

C. B. Tutt, 8, Warkton Lane, Barton Seagrave, Kettering. E. ] . Hayward, .. Rushay," Booth Lane, \Veston Favel, orthampton. J. W. Fowler, 78, Bridge Street, Peterborough.

Bird,

1886

Peterborough

1904

J . Mansfield.

Wellingborough

1888

The Marquess of Exeter, A. S. Campbell . K.G .. C.M.G.

North Shields ...

Capt. E. F. Millington, 51, Frenchwood Avenue, Preston. J. B. Howarth, 44, Falinge Fold, Rochdale.

Capt. G . B. Armstrong, M.B.E.

Northampton

NORTHUMBERLANDN ewcastle-on-Tyne

]. Mulroy, 27, Albert Street, Barrowford.

\\'. H. Percival. Dr. v\'. Marshall.

J. S. Parker, 12, Church Street, Wellingborough.

1910

Col. J. Clay, C.B .E. , M.B.

Dr. J . T. Baley.

C. Laws, 2, Osborne Terrace, Newcastle-on-Tyne.

1888

Dr. H . K. Paterson.

Dr. H. K. Paterson.

Capt. W. Bower, 8, Manor Road, Tynemouth.

The Lord Bicester.

The Lord Sandford.

W. Price" ,. lA.B. Green, OxIord.

NOTTINGHAMSHIREOXFORDSHIRESt. John Council.

Headquarters,

Gloucester

County Centre SHROPSHIRECounty Centre

1879

The Earl of Pow is.

Dr. F. H. Edwards.

SOMERSETSt. John Conncil.

* Weston-super-Mare

R. W. Saunders M.B.E., Castle Paints, Ltd., Worle, West.on-super-l\Iare.

1880

STAFFORDSHIRESt. John Council. Burlon-on-Trent County Centre.

P. E. Russell.

H. Wallace-Coplaml.

1879

The Baroness Burton.

1948

Sir Francis Joseph, Bt.,

T. W. R. Procter.

W. A. Clegg, Chatsworth Lodge, Woodland Road, Weston-super-Mare.

Sir Francis Joseph, Bt., K.B.E.

V. Chancellor, Lloyds Bank Chambers, 2, :l \larket Square, Stafford

A. F. Whetton.

Major \V. A. Barrow, Forest Lodge, Henhurst Hill, Burton-on-Trent. V. !lancellor, Lloyds Bank Chambers, 2, Market Square, Stafford.

The Earl of Cranbrook.

W. S. Redmorc, 8, Green, Ipswich.

Dr. P. Weiner.

Miss A. B. CouIcher, Ambulance Station, Samue Road, Ipswich. Asst. ec., II. G. Eade, 119, Brunswick Road, Ipswich.

K.B.E.

SUFFOLKSt. John Council. Ipswich

H . T. Bennett, .. Asphodel," Third Acre Rise, Botlev, Berks. G. H. Darlington, Yew Tree Lodge, The Mount, Shrewsbury.

1880

H.H. Princess Louise.

Marie

oane Street, St. Margarets

CENTRE. SURREY-

County Centre

The Countess of Lindsay. W. G. Pape,

The Countess of Bessborough.

1880

The Lord Leconfield, G.C.V.O. The Countess Brassey.

Group Captain Lord Willoughby de Broke,

The Mayor.

Miss M. L. Bailey, 7, Armorial Road, Coventry.

Dr. G. Dudley.

J. H. Martin, "Tredor," Cherry St., Stourbridge.

Lt.-Col. Sir John Reddie, C. B.

St. John Council.

W ARWICKSHIRECoventry

Miss H. E. Chaplin, Ambulance Headquarters, Woodbridge Road, Guildford.

1923

SUSSEX-

*Hastings and St. Leonards

HONORARY SECRITARY

CHAIRMAN.

PRESIDENT.

FORMED.

1912

O.B.E.

C. Simpson, 19, North Street, Horsham, Sussex.

Miss M. Collins , S.J .A.A., 45, 'Wellington Square, St. Leonards, Hastin gs.

A.F.C. \VORCESTERSHIRE-

*Stourbridge

1883

The Viscount Cobham .

Worcester

1920

Lt.-Col. Sir Reddie, C.B.

YORKSHIRE (EAST)-

The Lord Middleton, M.C. Major L. Speight. O.B.E.

St. John Coun cil.

Hull and East Riding County Centre

John

Dr. E. M. Dearn .

1881

The Marquis of Zetland, K.G ., etc.

R. Brooke Dorman.

G. Richardson, "Woodleighton," 16, Emerson Avenue, Linthorp , Middlesbrough. Asst. Sec.: J. Mark.

Lt.-Col. Sir Frank Brook, D.S.O., M.C.

R. A. Abbi , Police Headquarters, Town Hall, Leeds. \Y. C. Brown, 29, Lower East Avenue, Barnoldswick, via Cnlne. S. Wright, Stanric, Breck Lane, Dinnington, near Sheffield. \\'. Hutchinson, Martins Bank Chambers, King's Cross, Halifax. H. Blakeley, 2. Fairview ,\ venue, Carlinghow Lane, Batley. E. tansficlcl, 22, L e \ -iew Rd., I J ebden Bridge.

* Barnoldswick

1919

The Earl of Scarbrongh, K.G., etc. F. Widdup, J.P.

*Dinnington Main

1924

Mrs. Athorpe.

P. W. Ellis.

Halifax

1912

The Mayor.

.\ . Gelder.

Heavy Woollen Di tri't

18 3

:Major

St. John Council.

P. Critchley,

Dr. S. M .... Tewman .

T.D.

Bridge

Keighley

E. Mayes, Priory House, 29, Cottingham Road, Hull. E. Edwards, M.B.E., 109, Bricknell Avenue, Hull.

Arnold Reckitt

YORKSHIRE (WEST)-

* Hebden

Waite, 23, Chestnut Walk, Worcester.

1882

YORKSHIRE (NORTH)-

North Riding County Centre

18 7

1883

] . \V.

Lt.-Col.

ock roft.

J. W. Cockcroft.

Scatterty, Lt.-Col.

M.D.

Scatterty, Mrs. Cook, 41, Redcliffe Street, Keighley.

M.D.

Leeds

1878

Dr. J. V;. Silversides.

F. _ waby.

H. Johnson, 1 ,Halliday Place, Leeds 12.

*Otley

1888

H. Hudson.

F. Bellerby.

*Saddleworth ...

189-l

Dr. P. Wood .

A. Wild.

1878

The Earl of Wharncliffe.

H. C. Else .

Mrs. H. Forrest, ., Claremont," Prince Henry Road, Otley. l'.Irs . I<ccUcarn, 3. Platting Hoad, Lydgate, Tr. Oldham. h.. G. Beard. -l5, l3ank Street, heffield.

*Shipley

1896

D. M. S. Harrison.

Capt. T. Allen.

*Sowerby Bridge

1890

E. Whiteley.

*Swinton

1902

S. C. Ward.

F. Tate.

Hodgson, 12, Castlemoor Road, Baildon, 'hipley. F. Wriaht, 10. Tillotson venue, Beech ·W ood. Sowerby Bridge. F. Walker, 10, Highfield Road. Swinton.

1896

The Mayor .

W. L. \VhitUe.

VV. Wright, 4, Lake Lock Road, -tanley, y\'akefield.

1886

A. T. Thomson.

1890

Brig.-Gen. W. W. Sandys, C.B., C.M .C .

Sheffield

Wakefield *Wath-on-Dearne York ...

J . \V. Poole, 19, Charles Eoad, \Vath-on -Dearne. Rotherham . Miss E. D. Kenny, 13, St. Mary's, York.

\\' ALES-

The Hon. John Bruce, 4, Cathedral Road, Cardiff.

Priory of the Order I RELAND-

Committee of the Order. Ulster (Belfast)

1886

Vice-Admiral The Earl The Lord Dunleath. Brig. L. E. Macgregor, 28, Bedford Street, Belfast. Granville, K.C.V.O. C.B.E., D.S.O. The Lord Dunleath, Prof. J. K. Charles- The Secretary, 28, Bedford Street, Belfast. C.B.E., D.S.O . worth.

CHANNEL ISLEs-

Guernsey St. John Coun cil

Guernsey Centre

1881

Jersey St. John Council

Jersey Centre

H.E. Lieut-Gen. Sir Philip Neame, V.C. , K.B.E. Sir Victor G. Carey.

Sir Victor G. Carey.

F. W. Bush, Palma. Les Osmonds, St. Sampson. Guernsey.

Dr. B. S. Collings.

Mrs. Hickey,

H.E. Sir Edward Gras ett, K.B.E.

Sir Alexander M. Coutanche, KL.

J. H. Buller, Sl. John Council for Jersey, The

1884

Sir Alexander Moncrieff Dr. H. J. Shone. Cout-anche, Kt.

1885

H.E . The LieutenantGovernor.

M.B.E.,

Arosfa, Les Gravees, Guernsey.

Bailiff's Chambers, Government Building, St. Helier, J ersey. A. Le Breton, Lymington Hau 'C , Georgetown, Jersey

ISLE OF MAN-

Isle of Man

B. E. Sargeaunt, O.B . E .

M.V.O.,

Major J. y.,r. Young, O.B.E., Chief Constable's Office, Douglas, Isle of Man.

SPECIAL CENTRES. FORMED.

CENTRE.

PRESIDENT.

HONORARY SECRETARY.

CHAIRMAN.

BRITISH RAILWAYSH. H. Halliday.

C. Greenwood, The Railway Executive (Eastern Region), Office 21, Liverpool Street Station, E.C.2.

Eastern Region

C. K. Bird.

London Midland Region

G. L. Darbyshire, C.B.E. H. J. Comber.

North Eastern Region

C. P. Hopkins.

C. Cooper, M.B.E.

S. Cooper, The Railway Region), York.

Southern Region ...

J. Elliot.

O. Cromwell.

F. A. Trott, The Railway Executive (Southern Region), Labour and Establishment Department, Welfare Office, Waterloo Station, S.E. 1.

Western Region ...

K. W. C. Grand .

P. Burgoyne.

P. Anstey, The Railway Executive (Western Region), Staff and Establishment Office, Paddington Station, W. 2.

The Rt. Hon. Lord Latham.

A. J. Webb.

S. W. Harden, Office of Chief Medical Officer, Griffith House, 280 Marylebone Road, N.W. 1.

C. G. Roberts, M.D.

A. E. Wells.

F. W. King, M.B.E., Inland Section, G.P.O. Mount Pleasant, E .C. 1.

LONDON TRANSPORT EXECUTIVE BRITISH ELECTRICITY AUTHORITY.

1949

POST OFFICE AMBULANCE

1902

CHURCH LADS' BRIGADE

1928

G. S. Hill, The Railway Executive (London Midland Region), Labour and Establishment Office, 79 Corporation Street, Manchester. Execut~ve

(North Eastern

The Rev. H. F . Peerless, Church Lads' Brigade (Inc.) National Headquarters, 58 Gloucester Place, London, W. 1.

THE ST. JOHN AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION OVERSEAS. (a) ADMINISTERED BY THE DIRECTOR OF AMBULANCE.

(Centres of the Association are shown in Capital Letters.) ADEN . BERMUDA BORNEO BRITISH GUIANA British Honduras British West Indies : BARBADOS JAMAI CA TRINIDAD and TOBAGO Windward Islands : St. Vincent CEYLON Cyprus East Africa : KENYA. TANGANYIKA DGA DA Zanzibar GIBRALTAR . HONG KONG

President. H.E. The Governor. H.E. The Governor.

Chairman. H.E. The Governor. Lady Hall, ~I.B . E .

H .E. The Governor.

N. VV. Sabine. H.E. The Governor.

H.E. The Governor. H.E. The Governor

E. B. Williams. Dr. L. Hoerman.

H.E. The Governor.

Honorary Secretary. Bhatt, Barrister-at-Law, Aden. ::\1rs. B . Barton, c/o B.E.L.P. and Co., Ltd., Serpentine Road, Pembroke, Bermuda. A. M. Grier, J esselton, orth Borneo. R. B. ScargaU, Y.M.C.A., Georgetown, British Guiana. Asst. Supt. of Police, Police Headquarters, Queen Street, Belize, British Honduras. A.

l\Irs. J. L. Parris, P.O. Box 175, Bridgetown, Barbados. Miss N. Livingston, c/o R. S. Gamble and Sons, 134, Harbour treet, Kingston, Jamaica. Dr. N. 1. Iaclennan . R. G. Cox, Fire Brigade Headquarters, Hart Street, Port of pain, Trinidad. 1. Lopey, Grammar School, St. \ ' incent, B.W.I. Dr. \V. G. \Vi ckramasinghe, D.1I1 .S., Colombo.

\Y.

H.E. The Governor.

Hon. the Minister for Health.

J. H. Ashmore, Commissioner of Police, Nicosia, Cyprus. H.E. The Governor. H.E. the Governor. H.E. The Governor.

A. 1\1. Champion. Dr. P. A. T. Sneath, O.B.E. E. D. Tongue.

H.E. The Governor. H.E. The Governor.

Capt. D. S. Gowing. F. . Coote.

Malaya : FEDERATION OF MALAYA

D. H. Genower, M.B.E., P.O. Box 1469, Nairobi, Kenya. Dr. Evans, c/o Medical Dept., Dar-es-Salaam, Tanganyika. P.O. Box 47 , Kampala. Lieut.-Colonel A. 1. Bell, P.O. Box 237, Zanzibar. L. J. Payas, c/ o Central Police Station, Gibraltar. Mrs. Holmes Brown, S.J .A.A. Headquarters, Tai Hang Road, Hong Kong.

Dr. R. B. MacGregor, Yap Kon Choon, c/ o D.M.S., Federation of ::\Ialaya, C.M.G. ::'uleiman Building, Kuala Lumpur, l\Ialaya. Dr. Vickers. 1\1rs. Jones, St. Peter's Church, Stamford Road, Singapore. Chev. H. P. Scicluna, Col. J. V. Abela, M.B.E., 64, Amery Street, Sliema, Malta . M.B.E., L.P.

SINGAPORE :WALTA and Gozo

H .E. The Governor.

MAURITIUS .

H.E. The Governor.

R. Tottenham, C.B .E.

West Africa : GOLD COAST

Dr. J. l\1aingard, M.B.E., Forensic Science Laboratory , Reduit, Mauritius.

H.E. The Governor.

Director of Medical Services.

. G. Ames, c/o Police Depot, P.O. Box 740, Accra, Gold Coast. Dr. R. L. Cheverton, D.M.S., Lagos, igeria.

NIGERIA

Dr. G. B. vValker, C.B.E.

(b) OTHERWISE ADMINISTERED

H eadq I tarter Address. 4th Floor, Permanent Buildings, 8, Darling Street, Cape Town, South Africa. NORTHERN RHODESIA (administered by the PRIORY OF THE ORDER IN SOUTHERN AFRI CA) SOUTHERN RHODESIA (administered by the PRIORY OF THE ORDER IN SOUTHERN AFRICA) SOUTHERN AFRICA (admilllstered by THE PRIORY OF THE ORDER OF ST. JOHN)

AUSTRALIA (excluding WEST AUSTRALIA) OF THE ORDER OF ST. JOHN)

(administered

by THE I RIORY

CANADA (administered by THE PRIORY OF THE ORDER OF ST. JOHN)

NEWFOUNDLAND (administered by THE PRIORY OF THE ORDER OF ST. JOHN) NEW ZEALAND (administered by THE PRIORY OF THE ORDER OF ST. JOHN) WEST AUSTRALIA (administered by THE COMMANDERY OF THE ORDER OF ST. J OHN) ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . .. INDIA (administered by the INDIAN COUNCIL, ST. JOHN AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION) PAKISTAN (administered by the PAKISTAN COUNCIL, ST. JOHN AMBULANCE ASSO,CIATION) ...

Diocesan Church H Oll e, George Street, Sydney, N.S.vV., Auslralia. 321, Chapel Street, Ottawa, Canada. R. S. Furlong, 315, Duckworth Street, St. Newfoundland. P.O. Box 1189, Wellington, New Zealand. 298, Wellington Street, Perth, \V. Australia. 20, Talkatora Road, ew Delhi, India. National Headquarters, Katrak Buildings, Road, Karachi, 3.

John's

Mansfield

FORM OF BEQUEST TO

\tbe $t. lobn ambulance Bssociation give and

bequeath to the St. John Ambulance Association

a foundation of the Grand

Priory in the

British Realm

of the

Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem, the sum of

£ .............................. ...... ...

to be applied towards the philanthropic

objects of such Association , and I direct that the said sum shall be paid free of duty.

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E. M cGwIIm, C.B.E. - Commander, Assz'siant Chief Com'm issioner (Reserve). Investigatio n taff Officer. ASSISTA T COMM IS SIO ER H. J. W RIGGLESWORTH, M.B.E. -Officer . DISTRICT STAFF OFFICER J. S. H A NAM. - Officer. ASSISTi\ T CO 1MISSIONER E. T. MILBuRN. -Servi Jlg Brother (Surgeonin-Chief) . THE OU TESS OF BRECKNOCK.- Officer.-(Sellior taff Officer to llpen'iltendent-in-CkJ'ef) MI SS W. E. Lo GDE .- Serving ister.-(Staff Officer to Deputy uperiJltendent-in-Chief) THE LADY M OYRA BROW .- ( taff Officer to Chief Officer, Nursing Cadets). G. GUTHRIE Mom, M.A. - (Staff Officer fo r Training). COLO EL

2 THE ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGAD~

BRIGADE COMMITTEE. CHAIRMAN. Lieut-General Sir Henry Pownall, K.C.B., K.B.E., D.S.O. . (Chief Commis ioner, St. John Ambulance Brigade at Home) (ex-officw) .

Ex-officio MEMBERS . The Secretary General. The Director of Ambulance. The Chief Commissioner, St. John Ambulance Brigade Over ea . Deputy Chief Commissioner St. John Ambulance Brigade at Home. The Surgeon-in-Chief. . .. The Superintendent-in-Chief, Nursing Corps. and DIvIsIOn at ~oI?~' The Lady Superintendent-in-Chief, Nursmg Corp and DIvISIOns Overseas. The Assistant Surgeon-in-Chief. The Deputy Superintendent-in-Chief, N ur ing Corps and Divi ion at Home. The Assistant Superintendent-in-Chief, Nursing Corps and Divi. ions at Home. The Commissioner for Wales.- No. 8 Region . The Commissioner for Northern Ireland. MEMBERS. The County Commissioner for Northumberland and Durham (S. Embleton, O.B.E.).-No. 1 Region. . . The County Commissioner for West RIdmg of "\ ork (H. L. Thornton, M.B.E.).-No. 2 Region. . , The County Commissioner for Lincoln hIre (Captalll G. B. Arm~trong, M.B.E.).-No. 3 Region. . The County Commi sioner for Hertford hlre (H. Langley Jones. M.B .E.).-No. 4 Region. . ,... The Commissioner, No.1 (Pnnce of \Val es.) Dlstnct ( faJor A. White Knox, O.B.E., M.c.).-No. 5 Region. The County Commis ioner for Dorset (Dr. R. V. . Cooper).- No. 6 Region. The County Commissioner for Wilt hire (A. R. Towerzey).- No. 7 Region. The County Commissioner for Worce. ter (Dr. F. L. Newton).-No. 9 Region. . The Commissioner for CheshIre (Capt. P. Reay, M.B.E., M.c.).- No. 10 Region. The County Commissioner for Surrey (W. Geo. Pape, O.B.E.) - No . 12 Region. . . . The District Superintendent We t Rldmg of York (Mrs. Blrkbeck, G.B.E.). .. . The District Superintendent No. 1 Dlstnct (MISS Workman, M.B.E.). The District Superintendent Northern Ireland (Mrs. Wallace, M.B.E.).

INSPECTING OFFICERS. General Sir Clive Liddell, K.C.B., C.M.G., C.B.E., D.S.O. Colonel Sir James Sleeman, C.B., C.M.G., C.B.E., M.V.O. Colonel Sir Bertram Ford, T.D., D.L., LL.D. BRIGADE REPRESENTATIVES ON THE AMBULANCE COMMITTEE. The Chief Commis ioner. The Superintendent-in-Chief at Home. BRIGADE REPRESENTATIVES ON THE COUNCIL. The Chief Commissioner. The Superintendent-in-Chief at Home. BRIGADE REPRESENTATIVES ON CHAPTER-GENERAL. The Chief Commissioner. The Superintendent-in-Chief at Home. WOMEN'S ADVISORY CO \fMITTEE. Chairman. The Countes. Mountbatten of Burma, C.l., G.B.E., D.C.V.O.Superintcnd nt-in-Chief Nursing Corps and Divisions (ex-officio). The St. John Ambulance Brigade at Home.

IN ATTENDANCE Chief Officer, Ambula,nce Cadets.-Chief Officer, Nursing Cadets·

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Ex-officio 11-1embers. D puty Superintendent-in-Chief, The Brigade at Home. s. i.-tant Superintendent-in-Chief, The Brigade at Home. Chief Officer Nursing Cadets, The Brigade at Home. Lady Superintcndent-in-Chief, The Brigade Overseas. Assistant Lady Superintendent for Wale. Di. trict uperintendent for Northern Ireland.

Members. The ounty Superintendent for Northumberland (Mrs. Kirkup)R gion 1. Th Di -trict Superintendent for the West Riding of Yorkshire (Mrs. Birkbcck, O.B.E.)-Region 2. The County Superintendent for Northampton hire (Mrs. Gibbons)Region 3. The County Superintendent for Suffolk (Miss A. M. Parker, M.B.E.)-Region -±. The Di trict Superintendent for No. 1 (Prince of \Vales's) District (Ii M. \Vorkman, M.B .E.)-Region 5. The County Superintendent for Hamp hire (The Hon. Mrs. Cubitt) -Region 6. The County Superintendent for Plymouth, South-west Devon, and East Cornwall (Mr. Bal don, O.B.E.)-Region 7. The County Superintendent for Birmingham (Mrs. Lee, J.p.) - Region 9. The Di trict Superintendent for Lancashire (Miss M. Moore)- Region 10. The Di trict Superintendent for Kent (Mrs. Falwasser, O.B.E.)Region 12.

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Al\lBl1L\NCE BRlGi\DE. THE SECRETARy-GENERAL,

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ORDER OF ST. JOHN.

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G. Guthrie Moir, LA.-Chz"cj Officer Ambulallce Cadets. Ii V. Cunard, M.B.E.-Chiej Officer Nllrsillg Cadets.

111 embers. ounty Cadet Officer for Northumbcrhnd and Durham (\V. Ni. on) I~egion 1. County Cadet Officer for 'I'/e, t Riding of Yod:.~hire (Mrs. CummingBell)-Region 2. County Cadet Officer for Nottingham~hire (Mrs. \'igra~. ).- Ecgioll 3. County Cadet Officer for Suffolk (Mis~ BOhvood)- Region 4. County Cadet Officer for No.1 District (A. E. Wells)-Rcgion 5. County Cadet Officer for Ramp hire (Mrs. Montagu-Puckle) l~egion G. \ounty. Cadet Officer for Somerset (0. R. Thomas)-Rcgion 7. 1~e Pnory for 'i\ ale (Sir Michael Duff and Lady Twiston Davies)RegIOn 8. County Cadet Officer for '¥orcester ( frs. Robin'-on)-Rcgion U. County Cadet Officcr for Lancashire (R. Charlesworth)- H. gion 10. County Cadet Officer for Su ,ex (C. 'N. L. Pile)-Region 12. N~rthern Ireland-(Mr . Lockhart). Bngade Over eas-Secretary for Brigade Over eas (G. F. Quilter).

Sir, I have the honour to submit my Report for the year ended 31st December, 1948. Under the Statute and Regulations of the Order 1948, the Brigade is recognised as the Foundation of the Order. Its affairs are administered by the Brigade Committee under the Chairmanship of the Chief Commisioner who, after consultation with this Committee, is empowered to decide matters affecting the Brigade alone which do not involve major questions of finance or are inconsistent with the fundamental principles of the Order. INSPECTING OFFICERS.

A it was con idered e ential that In pecting Officers should have a r c nt active experience of the Brigade, it was decided to make certain changes in these appointments. These changes were effected when the Triennial ppointments were made for the current period. I wish to take thi opportunity of expre sing my appreciation and thanks to tho e who previously held these appointments. BRIGADE REGULATIONS.

The Brigade Regulation. are in course of revision by the Regulations Revision ub- ommitte It is hoped the e will be completed during til cour:-.e of lUJ9. STRENGTH

Th r is a decrease in the Adult personnel of 6,622 which is considerably 1 :-.~ than that of the previou year when the decrease amounted to IH,20-l-. The adet p rsonnd continues, however, to increase as will be ~een by tll following fIgur Ambulance . ursing fixed . Cadet Ambulance Cadet ursing

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(2,381)

1I1en Women Boys Girls 3 ,059 (41, 25) 18,641 (20,580) 17,716 (16,720) 25,847 (26,345) (408) 697 (823) 132 (160) 626 (596) 271 6,328 (6,745) 2,030 (2,267) 3,959 (3,608) 2,522 (2,580) 44,658 (4 ,978) 21,368 (23,670) 21,807 (20,488) 28,995 (29,521)

Grand Total Adult personnel 66,026 Cadet personnel. 50,802

(72,648) (50,009)

Il6,828 (122,657)

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The drop in figures between 1947 and 1948 is therefore 5, 29. The corresponding drop between 1946 and 1947 wa 18,399. During the year 141 Divisions formed during .the l~te "'far have b.ecn formally disbanded a there was no pro pect of theIr revlVal. 1 he reductIOn, therefore, i largely attributable to the 10 of per onnel through ~hese disbandments. Notwith tanding the decrea e, the work of the Bngade has considerably increa ed. I am hopeful that by the end of 1949.wc shall have stabili ed, and that in future years we '-hall ee a t eady mcrease, as was the case after the 1914-191 War when some five year' elap cd before the increase commenced.

RESIGNATIONS. Colonel Sir Bertram vord, T.D., D.L., LL.D., as Commissioner for Birmingham. Lieut.-Colonel R. W. M. Strain, M.D. , B.SC., as Commi sioner for Northern Ireland.

SERVICE. Public Dutie were undertaken in England and North rn Ir land on 361,516 occa ions. The Fir t Aid ca<e tr at d by the Brigade p er ~onnel amounted to 646,47l.

Ambulances. In the majority of Counties the Brigade ~lave become. t~lC Agent of the County Council for the Ambulance Ser~lce ~ow arunml::.ter d ~nd r the National Health Scheme. The increa e m thIS work has nece. ~ltat d paid drivers and attendants during the day-time ,. the voluntary driv rs carrying out their duties in the evening and dunng we kcnds. Problems in connection with the admini~tration of th ervice arc constantly arising and in this re pect we are greatly indcbt d to tho Home Service Ambulance Committee for the valuable help th ey hav gl\' n u ' . An added re ponsibility has been placed on County Commis~joncr~, up?n whom the efficient co-operation of th e per ~ onnellargely d pend..,. ordlal relationship with the County Medical Officers of H ealth j~ of gr at importance and I am glad to ~ ay that in practically all ountics til > as:-i ..,tance rendered by thc Brigade is welcom d and ncourag d by the ount y Authorities. There are 720 ambulances operated by the Brigade. During lU-! 191,709 invalids, 17,519 road accidents and 1 ),665 other ascs \\'cr conveyed in the ambulances which travell d 3, 90,261 mil's. ] h s figures show an increa_e of over 7,000 invalid and 800 road accid nts in com parison with 1947. There are 140 Road ide Huts, 647 Fir~t Aid Cabinets and 65 Beach Huts, maintained by Divi ions of the Brigade. APPOINTMENTS. Lieut.-General Sir Otto Lund, K.C.B., D.S.O., as Deputy Chicf Commissioner. F. H. Edwards, F.R.C.S., M.B., B.CH., as A si tant Surgeon-in-Chicf. Brigadier T. W. Davidson, M.B., B.CH., B.A.O., as Acting Commi sioner, Northern Ireland. Colonel F. A. B earn , C.B.E., D.S.O., M.C., M,D., as Acting County ComJTIissioner, Derbyshire .

DEATHS. I much regrct to record the d aths of :Major G n eral Sir John Duncan, K.C.B., C.M.G., C.V.O., D.S.O. (late Chief Commi sioner). F. Spraw. on, Assistant Commis ioner, Somercet. W. W. John ton, Assi tant Commissioner, Cornwall. AFFILIATIONS WITH MALTA. The following Corp and Divi. ion have become affiliated to Divi_ions in Malta :Tipton and Di ~tr i ct Corps, Staff., with Cotton era Amb. Dvn ., Malta. Livcrpool "A" Corps, Lancs, with Gzira-M~ida-Pieta Amb. Dvn., Malta. ali bury Amb. Dvn. , Wiltshire, with Valletta Amb. Dvn., Malta. Addiscomb Amb. Dvn. , urrey, with R abat No.1 Amb. Dvn. , Malta. TRAI ING. The year ~aw an increa~e in the number of H eadquarters . pon. ored Training our:-es, and in the number of R egional/County/Area Training Days and Courses. Training Days were h ld at the Charing Cro. s Hotel, London, on J anuary 17th and 1 th, for Competition ecretaries and Surgeons and Nursing fficcr~ re~p ti\'cly, under the Chairman~hip of Major Whit e Knox. Both w r extremely well att nded, nearly 100 Officers being pre ent on both days. The annual nior Officers' onf rence took place at A~hridgc from farch 12th to 15th. 1 hi Conf renee ha now e~ t abli_hed itself firmly a~ a popular annual ev ~nt. The principal peakers wcre the Earl of ranhro k, the Countess of Cromer, General Sir William Slim and the H. cciver-General. ervices were conducted by the Bishop of K ensington. Over 100 delegate attended this Conference, including a high proportion of County Commi sioners and other senior Officers. A County Staff Cour e was held at High Leigh, Hodde~ den , from April 9th to 11th, with Major White Knox again as Chairman. Forty Officers were pres nt. The Cadet Organisation al 0 held a large number of successful Cours s and Camps during the year, and throughout the country, of which detailed mention i made in the report of the Chief Cadet Officers. In September St. John House, Nos. 16/17 Collingham Gardens, was bought by the Order a a Headquarter Training Centre for the Brigade at Home. number of Course have already been held and its value as

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a training centre i already obvious. It will prove a great and increasing asset to the Brigade, in the future. When the accommodation is not required for Students, St. John Hou e i available for u e as a R e idential CI~b to members of the Brigade, and is becoming increa ingly popular in thls respect. CIVIL AVIATION.

Auxiliary First Aid Se'rvices for Civil Aerodromes and First Aid Training for Aerodrome Personnel.

In February the Ministry of Civil Aviation issued a circular to their Aerodrome Managers in tructing them to arrange for the training of their p~rsormel ir: First Aid and tre ing the nece ity of taffing their First AId Posts, m the meantime, with member of the Brigade and British Red Cross Society. Simultaneou ly a circular wa sent by me to Commis~ioners in whose Countie there were Aerodrome in need of help, askmg . t~em to co-operate with the Aerodrome Manager not only for the trammg of Aerodrome per onnel in First Aid but to supply relief duty personnel to supplement First Aid Ambulance E tabli hm nt. In a number of Counties the desired assi tance is being given by the Brigade. Courses have been arranged at 16 Aerodrome involving the training of approximately 360 Aerodrome per onnel. MEDICAL COMFORTS DEPOTS.

After a period of uncertainty cau ed by the National Health Act, the work of the Medical Comforts Depot ha ettled down. 12 Depot · were closed for various reasons during the year, but 4J new Depot: were ?pened. The present total of 538 live and u eful Depot is contributing m no s~all measur~ to the well being of the people. The return of flgure ~ for arhcles loaned I on the average much higher than la t year and it i expected that when the figures are available the number of articles loan d will reach 40,000 for the 12 month for 194 .

Hingston Rose Bowl-Stocksbridge Amb. Dvn., W.R. Yorkshire. Ellis Cup for Team Leader- Cpl. D. Jones, Tredegar Amb. Dvn. , Wales. Perrott Shield and Chalmers Trophy- Horsham Nsg. Dvn., Sussex. Corbet Fletcher Trophy-Palmers Green Nsg. Dvn., No.1 District. Mountgarret Cup for Bed Making- Horsham Nsg. Dvn., Sussex. Elli Cup for Team Leader-Supt. M. Young, Horsham Nsg. Dvn., Sussex. Margarette Golding Trophy-Middlesbrough Central, Yorks. The trophie and prizes were presented by The Rt. Honourable The Lord Mayor of London. . H.~.H. Princess Margaret made her fir t appearance as Commandantm-ChIe~ of th~ Ambulance and Nur ing Cadets at the Central Halls, W~ tmm ter, m October when he graciously presented the Cups and ~nzes at the Cadet National Final Competitions. The results are given m the reports of the respective Chief Officers Cadets. INSPECTIONS.

inpected Brigade units in Hampshire, Herefordshire, the I sle of WIght and Kent, and found a high standard of turnout on well attended parades. ~ield-Mar hal T~e Lord Chetwode accepted an invitation to inspect un.lt.;; of ~. 1 (Pnnce of Wales' ) Di trict on July 3rd, the Inspection bemg held m Hyde Park. ir Bertram Ford, the newly appointed Director of Ambulance, was gooe! enough to carry out In pections in Cornwall and Sussex. General ir Clive Liddell, after his retirement as Director of Ambulance, kindly agreed. to hold Inspections, in hi capacity of Inspecting Officer, in Cambndge and the North Riding of York hire, and Sir James Sleeman vi ited \Varwick hire. The Chief 0f?ce~ Ambulance Cadets attended In pections in Wiltshire, Manche ter, BIrmmgham, Bri tol and Sheerne s. Th hief Officer Nur ing Cadet attended In pections in Jersey, Manche ter, London and Birmingham.

CIVIL DEFENCE.

Discussions have taken place with the Home Office Authorities on the part .~hich the Brigade will be required to play in the future organisation of ~Ivil Defe?ce. ~p to the present no firm plan has been received on

whIch the Bngade wIll have to work but it is clear that our services, which have of course been placed at their disposal, will be required in con iderable degree. COMPETITIONS.

The Dewar and Perrott Final were held in the Central Halls, Westminster, on the lOth September, the results being as follows :Dewar Shield-Stocksbridge Amb. Dvn., West Riding of Yorkshire. Symons Eccles Cup-Bentinck Colliery Amb. Dvn., Nottingham hire. Hong Kong Trophy and Trimble Trophy-Weymouth Amb. Dvn., porset. . .

In conclusion I wi h to eXI?res my i~debtedness to the principal officers of my taff and the ecretanat for theIr loyal and efficient service during the pa t year. My Comn:i io.ners an~ their Staffs have during the past year had a tren,;!ou tIme.m carrymg out the varying dutie allotted to them, ~speclally tho e m cormection with the National cherne. I am greatly mdebted to them for their loyal and devoted service. I have the honour to be, Your obedient servant, H. R. POWNALL, Lieut.-General, Chief Commissioner.

10 REPORT OF THE SURGEON-IN-CHIEF Sir, Herewith I have th honour to present my 194 Reporl which covers my t\\'elith yeal of office and, con~equent on the paper shortage and your in truction , is considerably curtailed. It is based chiefly upon the helpful report from Di~trict and County Surgeons on the progres ' of Brigade work within their command ; and from the e reporL I am able to pre, ent a co;nprehensive picture of m dical activities. Apart from the continued help of the Surgeon, in giving lecture and in taking re-examinations, you are aware of the assistance givrn by f. elected urgeon in judging the variou competitiOlL-Area, County, Regional and Fill81

111 edt'cal Strength.- During the year 246 new Divisional urgeons were appointed whereby the total strength at December 31 t was further rai ed to 3,3 6, of whom 11 are attached to the executive ection of th Brigade. Nevertheless there are _till a number of Divisions without urgeons, a tate of affairs which calls for renew d efforts. Natio'nal H ealth ervice.- From reports received it is c1rar that the demands on the time of doctors under the new Health Act in attending to the needs of a much larger number of patients and in filling th various Forms required by the Minister are uch that Brigade work is suffering. Thi. is shewn by the increased difficultie xperienced during the latter half of 1948 in obtaining Doctors for lectur and for re-e~amination of Divisions. These may diminish in time; but for a year or tv.'O they will give ri e to worry. On the other hand, the Ambulance ervice i . now entrusted to various Local Authorities who in a number of in, tanc shave accepted the offer of Brigade ,,,'ork to suppl to man th vari()u~ "chicle~. \ \There this has taken place, the Brigade has been given an additional standing. Re-examination of Divisions.- Owing to the c ntinual re triction in th use of petrol and the increased demand of the National Health ervic it ha not been possible for all the County urgeons to examine each Division within their commands. A goodly proportion, however, ha.~ been r examined by the County Surgeons; and this ha proved benefi ial. In other cases the re-examinations nave been on the ba i of an exchange of Divisional Surgeon; but there have been other for which there ha b n no alternative but to allow the Divisional Surgeon to examin his own unit. Standard of Knowledge. - The reports from the variou ounti hew that, on the whole, there has been an upgrading in the knowl dge of the average individual both in the Ambulance and in the Nur -ing Divisions. This is, in fact, due to the resignation of tho e who joined the I riga de for the duration of World War No.2; but mainly it is due to greater interest on the part of the members. Week-end Conference.-The 4th Annual Conference of Brigade Surgeons took place in London on October 30th and 31st, and attracted a higher

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total of all ranks than ever before. You were kind enough to give the addr ss of welcome; and this was appreciated by all present. At the Dinner on the Saturday evening over 160 Surgeons were present and we had the pleasure of the attendance of the Lord Mayor of London and Lord Webb Johnson as the principal guests. At this Conference a desire was expressed that there should be a Provincial Conference to enable ome to attend who could not get to the London Conference. This will be arranged next year at Southport.

COJ/clusion. - Finally, I hope that you will have cause to approve this my 1948 Report; and I place on record my appreciation of all the help which I have had throughout the year from yourself, from all ranks of Surgeons, from Headquarter Staff and from my Secretary. I am, Sir, Your obedient Servant, N. CORBET FLETCHER, M.A., M.B., M.R.C.S.

REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT-IN-CHIEF Sir, I have the honour to submit my report for the year ended December, 31st 1948, which, in accordance with the economy in tructions, I have had to restrict to the barest outline of the year' work. INSPECTIO S AND VISITS TO COUNTIES. It gave me very much pleasure to have the opportunity of ~p~l~ing the admirable County Headquarters at Cheltenham and the ExhIbItIon and Fair which started its tour of the country in that town; the excellent Divisional Headquarters at Amersham; and also the Hamp hire County Garden Fete at Winchester; and to vi it the Hampshire County Headquarters. Lady Dunbar-Nasmith in pected the Nur ing Divi ions on the occa ion of the Hertford hire, Kent and Warwick hire County In pection and also visited Jersey and Guernsey. She spoke at the opening meeting of a Recruiting Week in Portsmouth. Mrs. Girouard carried out the North Riding of Yor k hire oun ty In. pection, and inspected the nursing per onnel at the Cambridgeshire and Sussex County Inspection. She al 0 attended the evenoaks Division's Church Parade and in pected the N ur ing Division. Lady Brecknock inspected the Nur ing Divi ion at th ornwall County Inspection and opened the Chri tma Fair in Nottingham. BRIGADE DUTIES. Duties carried out by the N11rsing Divisions as reported are :Attendance::, with ambulance , 76 plus 3 full-time member:. Public Dutie Ill, 15 Blood Transfusion 24, 00 hour -plus 2 full-time members. Civil Hospitals 32 ,560 ,,126 " Child Welfare Clinics 35,743 Nursing Aid 21, 24 Nurseries 34,378" "26,, " In addition many hours hours have been devoted to E~cort Duty, Bach Hut Duty and to general welfare service_ The number of ca~e~ treat d were 170,441. From these figures it is evident that member continue to give valuable assistance to the community, and as the Health Act comes into full operation the calls on our nursing personnel are increasing both in connection with nursing and ambulance dutie . RESIDENTIAL HOSPITAL DUTY. Of the total number of 13 m€mbers who undertook re ident duty at the Royal Masonic and the Royal Free Ho pitals during the ummer months 8 were from Bedfordshire. CIVIL NURSING RESERVE. The Civil Nursing Reserve was closed down when the Health Act came into operation on July 5th. Those members who wi hed to continue their nursing work were absorbed into the hospital service.

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V.A.D. MEMBERS. The demand from the Admiralty for V.A.D. s has continued and 52 are now serving in Royal Naval Hospitals at home and. ~ overseas (3. in Trincomalee, 2 in Malta, and 4 in Hong Kong). In addItIon 4 are servmg in Military Hospitals at home and 3 in B.A.O.R. ACTIVI1 IES OF THE JOINT COMMITTEE OF THE ORDER OF S1'. JOHN AND THE BRITISH RED CROSS SOCIETY. EMERGENCY HELP AND AFTER-CARE. Two new categories-Far East Prisoners of War and Polish ex-Service men-have been accepted by this D epartment. Plans w re worked out in the course of the year to amalgamate the two Departments, a the work runs on parallel lines, and Miss ~uriel yYatson, who was my hid taff Officer during the war, has b.een appomted DIr.ector. l\Ii:,s \Yatson has been largely re~ponsible for the dIfficult and comphcated work of re-organising the e two Dep~rtment under one .11ead and the highest tributes have already been p~ld to ~ler ~ac~ and s~lll . Brigade members have offered theIr serVIces m mcreasmg numbers as After-care and Emergency Help visitor and many case of extreme hardship have been a ' i ted both with financial aid and help in kind. HOSPITAL LIBRARY DEPARTME T. The Ho. pital Library Department continues to expand, many additional ho ~pitals having a ked for librarie . durin~ the. year. . The work undertaken by the Bngade m thIS field has mcreased con~iderably and the two Headquarter mobile librarians are both me~bers of tll Brigad. Miss heelagh Hartigan, a member of No. 99 (I~mghts bridge) Nursing Division, has been appointe? Co.unty. Orgams.er for London wh r there is a larger number of ho pital hbranes than many other county. Northern Ireland has now come into the scheme and the ounty rgani:e[ there is abo a Brigade member. '11H' IIn"pital Librarie ' onfercnce at A hridge was attended by a larger number of St. John members than in the previous year. TRAINI G SCHEME. Of the 32 St. John trainees ( men and 24 women) 11 have completed their training. Among t the post obtained by these members were :Assi tant lmoner at . niversity College Ho 'pital; A si tant Almoner at t. Mary's Hopital, Paddington; Children's Care Officer in Wales; Psychiatri ocial Worker, heldon Ho p~tal, S~rew~bury; \Velfare up rvi or to Mes rs. Small and Parkers TextIle Engmeenng, Manchester, Phy-iotherapist, Lindsey Clinic, London. SERVICE HOSPITALS WELFARE. vVork in connection with ervice Hospitals Welfare continues as before. There are now 97 Welfare Officers of whom 28 are Brigade members posted as follows :13 in the United Kingdom. 5 in the Far East. 1 in Austria. 7 in the Middle Ea t. 1 in Trieste. 1 in B.A.O.R.

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Mi s N. de Mierre, a member of No. DO (Knightsbridge) Nursing Division, has returned from the Far East and is doing valuable work at the Headquarter of the Department. Her place as Chief Welfare Officer in ~he Far East has been taken by Mis D. Aplin, a member of Banbury Nursmg Division. Mi s J. Ensor, Craigs Court Nursing Divi ion, is doing excellent work as Chief Welfare Officer B.A.O.R. In June Mr . Girouard undertook a fortnight's tour in Germany where she visited all the Service Hospitals in the British Zone to in~pect the Welfare Officers; at the same time he was able to meet the V.A.D.s working in these hospital. A week-end course was held in Bad Oysenhausen, during her vi it, for Welfare Officer of the Service Ho pitals Welfare Department. The Swiss Red Cro s again most generou ly extended ho pitality to long term ex-Service personnel and the patients were accompanie~ ?y two Welfare Officer , one of them 1is R. de Bun_en, a mTey Adnll111 trative member. OVERSEAS CIVILIA

RELIEF.

Civilian Relief work under the B.R.C.S. still continue in Germany and 16 Brigade member (6 men and 10 women) are holding re~pon -ible positions in this field and were visited by Mrs. Girouard during her tour. At the request of the Foreign Office the B.R.C.S. have ent a Commis ion to undertake relief work among t the rab refugee. The ociety kindly offered to employ our members and Miss V. Leather, wanage Nur 'ing Division, has been elected. REHABILITATION.

After a meeting at the Ministry of Health the Rehabilitation cheme was resuscitated early in the year on the understanding that the t. John Ambulance Brigade, the Briti h Red Cross Society and tll "Vom n's Voluntary Services should undertake to try it out under th a'gi ' of th Ministry. If was decided to make a start in five counties, B dford 'hir ,Hamp~hire, Northumberland, Suffolk and Surrey being elected, and a good beginning has been made. HOSPITAL CAR SERVICE.

In July when the new Health Service came into force th Ho 'pital Car Service became the respon ibihty of the Local Authorities. However, in every County, except Nottinghamshire, the Brigade, the B.R . . . and the W.V.S. were asked to continue as the agents operating the 'ervice. Schemes were worked out with individual Local Authoriti s who are now paying the administrative expen es and the mileage rate to the drivers of 6d. per mile. As a result of the Health Service in many counties the monthly mileage has doubled, and the re pon e to appeals for additional drivers made by the three organisations has been extremely good. The Brigade continues to play an ever increasing part in this service. CONFERENCES AND TRAINING COURSES.

The first Conference for Nursing Officers ever held took place, by the

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kind permission of the Order, at St. John's Gate when some 60 Nursing Officers from all parts of England, Wales, and N. Ireland attended. The Senior Officers Conference at Ashridge and also the County Officers Course at High Leigh, Hoddesdon, were well attended by representatives of the nursing personnel. The training courses held in various counties have proved to be popular and of great value. Mrs. Girouard and Miss Harri on spoke at the Regional Conference at Reading and Lady Brecknock at that held in N. Ireland. LIAISON WITH GOVERNMENT AND OTHER COMMITTEES.

Liaison with Government Departments and other Committees continues. The influence of the Women's Group on Public Welfare is extending and we are grateful to Doreen, Lady Brabourne for acting as our representative. Public opinion has been directed to the need for old people's welfare and Brigade co-operation in this has increased, largely due to the intere t and enthusia m of Miss M. Tuckwell, who is our repres ntative on the National Old People's vVelfare Committee. APPOINTMENTS.

The Grand Prior has been pleased to sanction the appointment of Miss E. Folwell as County Superintendent for Leicestershire, and Mrs. E. C. Burton a ' County Superintendent for the N. Riding of Yorkshire. CONCLUSION.

Due to my absence in India and IVIalt3. I have unfortunately only spent a short time in the nited Kingdom during 1948, although I have kept in close touch with our work. Once again therefore a heavy burden has fallen on my deputy, Lady Dunbar Nasmith, and my assistant, Mrs. Girouard. To both of them, I would like to record my appreciation of their wonderful services and the shining example they have given. I know how comp·t ntly they have been assi ted by Lady Brecknock, Miss Harrison, Iiss Longden, Mi ' S Buckley, and our enthu iastic and tireles headquarters tan. I wish abo to extend my sincere apprl.;ciation of the loyal support and f1l1 work of our ounty uperintendent, and County Officers, ~pecially that of Mis Sutherland, who recently resigned after 37 years' out 'tanding 'ervice. Thi pa t year, in spite of many difficultie and problem, ha shewn a fine record for the Nursing Corps and Divisions with an ever-increa ing scope of work and the maintaining of their high standard of efficiency and enthusiasm. Although the number of our Divi ion and our general member hip has decreased, as was inevitable, the actual work being covered and Brigade dutie undertaken is greater than ever before. I feel real pride in what my colleagues have achieved during 1948 and I know they would want to join me, Sir, in saying how grateful we feel to you for your close personal interest and unfailing upport in our work. I have the honour to be, Sir, Your most obedient servant, EDWINA MOUNTBATTEN OF BURMA ( iglled)

REPORT OF THE CHIEF OFFICER AMBULANCE CADETS Sir, ~ have the honour to submit my Report of the St. John Ambulance Bngade Ambulance Cadet Divi ion for the year ending December, 1948. Fifty three new Ambulance Cadet Divi ion were registered during the year, an increase of fifteen over la t year's total. Two new Student Divisions were also registered. It is gratifying to note that thi is the first time for more than 10 years that the total number of new Ambulance Cadet Divisions is equal to that of the Nursing Cadets. . Thirty six Grand Prior Badges were awarded during the year and nmety four Special Service Shields, an increase of eventy three on last year's figures. Among the Special Service Shields were four second awards, representing a total in each case of 400 hours voluntary service.

CADET NATIONAL FINAL COMPETITIONS.

Her Royal J:Iighn.ess Princess Margaret, making her fir t appearance a of the Cadets, graciou ly presented the Trophie and Pnzes at the second Cadet National Final Competitions on the 22nd October. The following Cups were pre ented to the Winners : The White-Knox Cup Senior Fairbairn House Divi ion, London. The New-Zealand Cup Individual Fairbairn Hou e Divi ion The Schooling Cup Junior Brampton and \Ve t Melton Divi ion, York The Jarvis Cup Individual Highbury Divi ion London,

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CADET ADVISORY AND OTHER COMMITTEES

The Cadet Advisory Committee continued to function well throughout the year: A new Ambulance Cadet Sub-Committee wa formed in June to orgamse a Stall for the Schoolboys' Own Exhibition in January, 19M>' I have represe.n~ed the A~bulance Cadets on the following committee : The Order PubllCIty CommIttee and the Brigade Committee; and on the following outs~de ~odies : The Standing Conference of National Voluntary Youth OrgamsatlOns and the International Youth Conferenc held at Church House, Westminster, in Augu t. Mis Nevile ha repre ented the Cadet Departments on the 18-30 Conference. CONFERENCES.

As an exp~rirnent two Officers' Conferences were organi ed by Headquarters durmg the year. The first was the already well e tabli hed County/Area Cadet Officers' Meeting which was held at the Drapers' Hall on the 20th March, an account of which appears in the Report of the Chief Officer Nursing Cadets. !he second on the weekend of September 24th-26th, at Buxton, DerbyshIre was the first national conference for all ranks of Cadet Officers. The Conference which was attended by nearly 200 Cadet Officers from all parts of the Country was honoured by a visit from the Prior of the Order Lord ~~kehurst , who gave the principal address. The Deputy Chief ~omJ?1ss.lOner took the Chair throughout the weekend. A printed report IS bemg Issued of the lectures and findings of the Conference / which will

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be available from St. John's Gate. One of the most successful features of the Conference was the discussion group method through which proposals were worked out for far reaching improvements in the organisation and training of the Cadet Movement. COURSES AND MEETINGS.

The year has seen a most encouraging increase in the number of Regional County and Area Training Courses and Days for Cadet Officers about 25 having been organised this year as against a dozen in 1947. I visited and poke at the following : Birmingham (Officers' Meeting), the Channel Islands (Cadet Officers' Weekend Conference), Ewell (No. 1 District Southern Area Officers' Conference), Barford, Warwickshire (Regional Training Course), Canvey I land, Essex (Eastern Area No. 1 District Cadet Officers' Course), Gle~h.am, Suffolk (Regi?nal Training Course), Hassocks, Sussex (County Tr~mmg Course), Bexhlll, Sussex (Camp Training Course), Chippenham, WIlt (County .Ca~et Rally), Nottingham (Regional Training Course), Man~he ter, BIrmmgham, Bri tol (Cadet Inspections and Officers' Meetmgs), Sheerne s, Kent (Cadet Inspection and visit to French Guests unde~ Foreign Exchange Scheme), Buxton (National Conference), Cardlff (\\Tel h Cadet Officers' Conference), Norfolk (Cadet Officers' Conference) . cUPS (NATIONAL).

P?ster Competition.-This was won by Ambulance Cadet Sergeant DaVId Butt of ali bury. His winning entry has been used as the cover of the ncw Ambulance/Nursing Cadet Leaflets and Posters. !'r1usi~ C:tp.~Ambulan~~ Cad.et Peter Bitmead of Southall gained thIrd pnze m thIS compehtlOn WIth a composition for flute. Authors Cu,p.-A special prize was awarded to Cadet Raymond King ton of Bognor Regi . American Trophy jor Gallantry.-This trophy was awarded to Cadet Sergeant Jack Henwood of the Bodmin Ambulance Cadet Division for aving the life of a boy from drowning. CAMPS.

Ambulance Cadet Camp held during the year numbered 45. Twice as many Camping Warrants as in 1947 were issued to Ambulance Cadet Officcr during 194. I vi ited personally County Camps at the following pl~ce :-Car~y,.Dor et (Glouce. t~rshire County Camp), Romsey (HamphIre) and Br~dlmgton (West RIding of Yorks). An encouraging feature has been the mcreased number of training cour es organised in Counties by Ambulance Cadet Camping Advi or . FOREIG

EXCHANGES.

Following on the entertainment of French Children by our Cadets last year a party of 70 Cadets with Officers spent a fortnight in S.N.C.F. Hostels m the Alps and S?uth of France during April. During the summer 100 Fr,ench boys. and gIrlS of ~ll ages were entertained in Camps and Cadets Homes m the followmg Counties :-Kent Sussex Suffolk Hertford hire, Norfolk (Northants Camp), Surrey ~nd Som~r et. '

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The e Counties all sent Cadets in the H.Q. sponcored party und r th command of Dr. Gladys Danby which went to French Railway Ho tel in the Alps durin~ the last two weeks of August. The hief Officer Nursing Cadets and I 111 pected the e hostel and were both extrem ly satisfied with what we saw of the entertainment offered to our Cadets. There can be no doubt that these exchanges arc extremely popular and give th opportunity of travel to many Cadet who could otherwi e nev r contemplate holidays abroad. THE CADET.

The Cadet Magazine is fulfilling OIle of it functions a ' a means of communication between Cadet Headquarter. and the Cadet Ofncers in the Co untie and I should like to thank the Editor, Mr. raft, for his unfailing help. At the came time I am per uaded that it cannot fulfil it secondary but equally important function of a permanent link between all Cadets in the Brigade until it appears in monthly in tead of quarterly form. PUBLICITY.

Two completely new Recruiting Leaflets were produced during the year; one for the Cadet Movement a a whole and a ~ parate on for Ambulance Cadets. ] hese leafiets embody the main outlin s of ad t work in simple language and have been eagerly snapp d up by the Counties. YOUTH CONFERE CES.

. Close contact ha been main.tained with othe~ National Youth Organi~a hons through our representatIOn on the Standmg Conference of National Voluntary Youth Organisations and the 1 -30 Conference. CONCLUSION.

An attempt was made during the year to eliminate from our book all derelict or moribund Divisions. As a result there i no sensational increase in our total figures for this year but it does mean that the returns of Divisions are really accurate and that all member recruiting media as Cadet Day, which proved an outstanding succes both at home and oveIseas, and the Ambulance Cadet Stall at the Schoolboy' Own Exhibition, together with the provision during the year of two new age groups for Cadets, viz.-Recruit Cadets from 8-11 and Student Members from 16-20 are bound to increase our numbers considerably in the future. ' I should like to thank all County and Area Cadet Officers together with the Cadet H.Q. Staff for their support and help during the last year which has, I am persuaded, seen heartening progress in the development of the Cadet Movement. I have the honour to be, Sir, Your obedient Servant, GUTHRIE MOIR (signed) Chief OjfiC(W Ambulance Cadets

REPORT OF THE CHIEF OFFICER NURSING CADETS Sir, I have the honour to submit my report of the St. John Ambulance Brigade N ur ing Cadet Divi ions for the year ending December, 1948. The R turn for the past year are included in the Chief Commissioner's Report. VI IT OF H.R.H. PRINCESS MARGARET, COMMANDANT-IN- CHIEF, AMBUL,\N E AND NURSI G CADETS, TO CADET NATIONAL FINAL COMPETITIO S.

H.R.H. Prince s Margaret made her fir t appearance as Commandantin-Chief, Ambulance and Nur 'ing Cadets, at the Central Hall, Westminster in October when he graciously presented the Cups and Prizes at the adet ational Final Competition. Th r 'ult of the Nur -ing Cadet Competitions was as follows : Th 10untbatten Cup Senior Group South Wigston Nursing Student Division, Leicester. The Dunbar-Na mith up Junior Group Weymouth Nursing Cadet, Division, Dorset. enior Individual Cup Pre ented by Major White-Knox, South Wigston Nursing Student Division, Leicester. Th unard Cup Junior Individual I Kington Nur ing Cadet Division, I Hereford. L and ( Tied RothDe~h~:r:n N ur ing Cadet I IVlSIOn, Yorks J The Tweedale Trophy Home Nur ing South Wigston Nursing Student Division, Leicester. The B dmaking Trophy Pre ented by Major Darvil-Smith Halesowen Nur ing Student Divi ion, vVorcester. CADET ADVISORY AND OTHER COMMITTEES. ~he Cadet Advisory Committee met four times during the year, was agam very well attended and has done much useful work. The following Sub-Committee ' have also met regularly during the year. Camping Sub-Committee, Manual Revision Sub-Committee, Cadet Regulations Revi ion Sub-Committee:I have al 0 repre ented the Nursing Cadets on the following Committees :B:i~ade Committe.e, Women's Advisory Committee, Regulations ReVISIOn Sub-CommIttee, Insurance Sub-Committee, Uniform SubC~mmittee, Training Investigation Committee, V.A.D, Standing CommIttee and the St. John House Management Committee.

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During the year I attended In pections in Jersey, Manche ter, London and Birmingham and officiated at Enrolment Ceremonies in No . 45 (Westminster) Nur ing Cadet Division and No.9 (Canning Town) Nursing Cadet Divi ion. London (No.1 Prince of Wales' ) District. COURSES.

I attended and spoke at the following Cadet Training Cour e :Guernsey, Canvey Island, Bedford, Sus ex, Northampton and Oxford, No.9 Regional Training Course (Barford, Warwick) and No.4 R gional Training Course (Glenham, Suffolk). CONFERENCES.

Draper's Hall. The Annual County/Area Cadet Officer' onferenc was held again at the Draper's Hall in March, by kind perm is ion of the Master and Wardens. The Deputy uperintendent -in- hief, Lady Dunbar-Nasmith, took the chair, and Mr. Hilary St. George aunder, Assistant Librarian of the House of Commons, was the gu t speak r. A very encouraging message from the Minister of Education, The Et . lIon . George Tomlinson, was read by the Chairman, to the 150 Offic rs pre ent. Other Speakers included Mrs. Portal on " Youth vVork in India" and Dr. Billington on " Visual Aids in the instruction of First Aid and Home Nursing for Cadets." During the Conference, Miss Jan Kerrison and Mr. Peter heyn y presented the Cadet Authors and Cadet Music Cups for 19+7. Buxton Conference. For information regarding this Conf renc , s the Report of the Chief Officer Ambulance Cadets. I also represented Cadets at the Senior Officers' Conference held at Ashridge, during the Spring. CAMPS.

Forty Nursing Cadet Camps took place during the summer, including some Mixed Camps. I personally inspected those held in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset (Wiltshire Cadets) and Cheshire. Twenty-two Nursing Cadet Officers with the necessary qualification and previous Camping experience were issued with St. John Camping Warrants, after having taken charge of Cadet Camps and after satisfactory reports have been received. A Headquarters Cadet Officers' Practical Camp Training Course was held at the St. John Standing Camp at Bexhill-on-Sea during May, and was attended by 50 officers. A number of Camp Training Week-ends were also organised by Counties in other parts of the Country. The members of the Camping Sub-Committee are anxious that a really high standard of Camping should be maintained in the Cadet Movement and to this end, a Camp Training Syllabus for Camp Commandants is being drawn up. French boys and girls of the Societe Nationale des Chemins de Fer Francais were again entertained in some of our Cadet Camps and one party of Cadets went over to France in the Spring and another in the

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Summer. I visited the Hostels in the Alps and the Pyrenees, in August, where our boys and girls were being magnificently entertained. PUBLICITY.

adet Day, which was held for the first time on October 16th, proved a tremendous success and, judging from the press-cuttings received, was invaluable for recruiting and publicity purposes. Many messages were sent and received from Cadets all over the Empire. The City of Birmingham held a Cadet \Veek and I attended a giant display in the Town Hall, where some 3,000 people were present. I also made a tour of seven different Divisions during the afternoon of Cadet Day and was very impress d by the various displays. The B.B.C. broadcast a special Cadet feature programme, written by IIovvarc1 Jon , which was produced during the Childrens' Hour on Ocio11 r . . . 3rd. The cript included a brief outline of the history of The Ord r and of the Brigade, an excellent survey of all th e activities in which ad t can take part and nded with a short message to them by L ady lountbattn. Thi Programme was la ter relayed to many parts of the Empir . Earlier in the. ummer, I took a small tour of Cadets to Alexandra Palac to giv a Televi ion demon tration of First Aid and Proficiency , ubjects, during which, I gave a running commentary. ARTS COMPETITIONS.

A ad t rama Competition wa inaugurated this year, and the finals w r held in London on May 22nd. There were five t eams competing from different parts of the Country and Mi 's Ruth Robinson, who is on th ~ taff of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, acted as Adjudicator. Lady Moyra Browne, in the absence of the Donor, The Earl of Be sborough, presented the up to th Bridgwater Nursing Cadet Divi_ion , Somer 'et. A sp ecial Cadet Party at St. John's Gate was held before Christmas, wh n tIl various Arts Cups were presented. The following Cup were won by Nursing Cadets :- Cadet Mu ic Cup, Cadet Author's Cup, Cadet Poetry Cup and the Chancellor's Essay Prize. The Music Cup was pre ented by Mrs. Archie Camden (Mi s Jan Kerri son, Joint Donor with Sir Adrian Boult). The Poetry Cup was pre ented by Mr. C. Day Lewi. , and the r maining Cups and Prizes by the Chief Commissioner. SPECIAL SERVICE SHIELDS.

During the year 142 Special Service Shields were awarded to Nursing Cadets. GRAND PRIOR BADGES.

One hundred and thirty-two Grand Prior Badges were won by Nursing Cadets during this year.

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CONCLUSION. I would like to pay a special tribute to all County and Area Cadet Officers and to Cadet Divisional Officers who have given such wholehearted support to the Movement. The Nursing Cadet Department has 10 t a very efficient Officer in Lady IMoyra Brown who, owing to family ties, has been obliged to give up her work and my grateful thanks are due to her for her un tinting help during the past two years. My personal thanks are also due to Mrs. Shaw and Mrs. Huntington, who have both given such devoted service and also to my Secretary, Miss McMahon, and Assistant, Mrs. Hughes for their loyal support. Miss Jones, who was Secretary to thi Department up to September of this year, resigned on the occa ion of her marriage and with her go the good wishes of us all. I have the honour to be, Sir, y oUI obedient servant,

EXTRACTS FROM THE REPORT OF THE COMMISSIONER FOR WALES I have the honour to present a summary of the activities of the Priory for Wales during the year 1948.

VIRGINIA CUNARD (signed), Chief 0 ificer

ursing Cadets.

BRIGADE STRENGTH. After the di bandment of 24 inactive Divisions, the membership of the Brigade in vVale tand as 14,839, a decrea e of 361 on the 1947 total. One promiing aspect of the po ition is the rise of 351 in the figures for Boy ad t. During the year 4 Ambulance, 1 Nursing, 9 Cadet Ambulance and 6 adet Nursing Divi ions were registered. Nlen

I J eadquartcr Staff . ommissioners Asst. om missioners County urgeons . As t. ou nty Surgeons ounty Officers Corps Officers Di,isional Officers T • • O.'s Privates

5 19 29 13

6 62 201 795 670 4,52 6,328

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Boys adets (Including Officers) Units orps. . Ambulance Divisions l UI·sing Divisions. . ' adct Ambulance Divisions ad t ursing Divisions .

3,959

52 294 15~

172 121

Women Headquarter Staff County Superintendents County Officers Corps Officers . Divisional Officers N.C.O.'s . Ambulance Sisters

Total

Girls Cadets. . . (Including Officers) Personnel Men "Vomen Boys Girls

5 9 29

26 343

66 1,552

2,030 • 2,522

6,328 2,030 3,959 2,522 14,839

BRIGADE APPOINTMENTS. Th fOllO\ ing appointment were approved by the Prior :-As urgeon-in- hief for Wale : Edgar Llewellyn , E q., M.B., CH.B. A A 'si tant urgeon-in-Chief for \Vales, Gwilym Pari Huws, Esq., M.B., CH.B. Dr. Llewellyn' connection with the Brigade extends back to 1904, 45 years' ervice having been rendered in the successive ranks of Divisional, Corps, and County Surgeon, Commis ioner for Cardiff and Assistant urgeon-in-Chief for Wale. North Wales is repre ented in the appointment of Dr. G. Pari Huws, former Commi ioner for We t Denbighshire Centre. The e appointments followed the resignation of Major A. W. Ander on, M.B., CH.B., whose removal with Mrs. Anderson, J.P., Lady Connty Superintendent for Glamorgan, to Scotland was a matter of sincere regret throughout the Priory. BRIGADE ACTIVITIES. First Aid was rendered by Brigade personnel in 81,006 cases. Services recorded under the headmg of "Ambula,nce Transport" included 11,641

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invalids removed, 1,403 road accident, 2,845 other case and a total mileage of 273,665, while 1,922 transport duties were undertaken by Nur ing Members. Duty hours given at ho pital , clinics, nur eries, blood transfusion centres, inclusive of 1,061 by Cadets totalled 16,891- a proud record at a time when the voluntary spirit derive little encouragement. Road Hut and boxes are maintained at 57 places; and the 5 beach huts at coastal re ort include one at Barry I land wher 2,695 cases were treated during the summer ea on while 741 children were cared for at the Creche for lost children, where Cadets give u eful service. A valuable part of Brigade Service not reflected in the above figures i the a sistance given as demonstrators to cla e arranged for outside bodi , e.g. H.M. Prisons, first aid displays at public exhibitions and oth r gatherings. The St. John Exhibition wa tagcd by the Brigade in Iewport ( Ion.) and Aberdare with con iderable succe s from the point of view of publicit ' and revenue. The Brynmawr Ambulance Divi ion became the second unit in \Val to qualify for the Jubilee Certificate, the fir t award being made in 19-17 to Dowlais Ambulance Division, on reaching its 50th Birthday. CADET DEVELOPMENTS.

Reference has been made above to the increase in Ambulance ad t membership. The year has witnessed improvement in other elir tions , particularly in a keener ense of appreciation on the part of ael t officers of their responsibilitie as leaders of an important youth organisation, which has been demon trated by a growing de ire to participate in th conferen and courses arranged by Headquarters. Over 100 Officer ' welcomed the visit of the Chief Cadet Officer of the Brigade-at-Hom , who wer th principal speakers at a one-day conference held in Cardiff in Octob r. More interest has been taken in the variety of subjects includ d in thc Cadet curriculum, during the year 10 Cadets have qualified for the Grand Prior's badge. Barry Nursing Cadets achieved di . tinctions in four of the Cult.ural. Competitions, while 9 members of this Diviion qualifl el, by serVIce m the local hospital, for the first pecial Service hields to be gained by Nursing Cadets in Wales, following the award of one to a member of Ely and Fairwater Cadet Ambulance Division. <t N~tional Cadet Day" was celebrated in variou parts of the country ~y rallies and other functions which served as a means of focusing public mterest . A larger proportion of both ambulance and nursing units arranged summer camps; and several Divi ions adopted the unofficial innovation which originated in Wales, known as the <t Cadet Par nts' Association," by enrolling the parents a an organised body re pon ·ible for certain social aspects of cadet work. There is every reason to look forward to unprecedented progre s in the year that lies ahead when the appointment of a full-time Cadet Training Officer will be a long felt need. ANNUAL INSPECTIONS

The. Commissioners for Wales, accompanied by the Assistant Lady Supenntendent for Wales, conducted inspections of the Cardiff County

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at Cardiff Castle, Merthyr Tydfil County at Pontardulais, Newport County at Newport (Mon.). Gwent County Area at Abergavenny, Neath County Area at Crynant. Th Surgeon-in-Chief for Wales inspected the units in the :Pontypridd and Llantrisant County Areas at Pontypridd. Rhondda County at Y strad, Bridgend County Area at Porthcawl. The inspection of the Brigade in Montgomeryshire was carried out by th A. si tant Surg on-in-Chief for Wales at Machynlleth. rr he hief Officer N ur ing Cadets inspected Cadet units in Carmarthenshire at Kidwelly. Pontypool and District Corps was inspected by the Director of Ambulance at Pontypool. AMBULANCE COMPETITIONS

ompetition organi ed by Priory Headquarters included the Welsh rigad~ ~"inal. for Ad.ult and Cadet teams. The privilege of staging the comp tItlOn ' m the Ity Hall and the as ~ociation of the Lord Mayor of ardift with the function ' , which are open to the general public, add to the dignity and impres ivene s of the occasions. In t?e ad~Llt Brigade Final, Tredegar Ambulance team, represented th Bngade m Wale at the Final Competition in London, where Corporal D. . Joncs was awarded the Symons Eccles Challenge Cup as the best leader in the competition. The Tredegar Nursing Divi ion shared the attendant honour of repre enting Wales in London. Thc succc. ful Cadet Team: Llanelly Town (Senior Boys) and Duffryn Aman (] umor Boy); and Treharris (] unior Girl ). . ~h.e organi . . ation by Countie and County Areas of Leagues for interdl\,'lSlOnal or mter-corp competitions ha been extended, with beneficial reult , in timulating keenne s and efficiency. SERVICE MEDALS AND BARS.

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during 194 brought the total recipients in "Vales to 1,734 rVlC Medal, 754 Fir t Bar, 304 Second, 140 Third, 49 Fourth, 8 Fifth, and 1 Sixth Bars. AMBULANCE HALLS.

The acquisition of a Headquarters by the Abercarn Division brought the number .of ambulance Hall to 94, in addition to which 11 Colliery owned premls~s are placed ~t the free disposal of local Brigade Units. The posses IOn by the Bngade of a permanent home of its own i the keynot~ o~ succ~ss in town or. village, and particularly where Cadet eXI?anslOn IS takmg place along Ide Ambulance and Nursing unit ; and while the opportunities for building or acquiring properties were never more restricted, several enterpri ing units have schemes in hand or are raising funds ready to launch out in more propitious times. A measure of aid was obtainable ~y t he Priory in years past from the Special Areas grant and later the Mmers' Welfare Commission; and it was good news to the

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Divisions concerned to learn that the Divi. ional Welfare Committe, South Western Divi ion, N.C.B., which had decided to make no further grants for ambulance purpo es, was till prepared to inve tigate some half dozen applications which had been ubmitted to the DL trict \Velfare Committee of the Miner' Welfare Commi ioner prior to lOth November 1945. ' MEDICAL COMFORTS DEPOTS. The coming into force of the National Health ervice Act has not affected the practical operation of the Medical Comfort D pots in \Vales. The number of Depots operating under the Priory at the end of lUJ was 159, after ~aking into account the clo ing of 4 and the opening of 1 new ones m Monmouth hire. The articles i ued totalled 16062 an increase of 151 on 1947. The needs of the Cardiff public are m t m;inly from the Depot at Pnory Headquarters, which continue to function as before. AMBULANCE TRA SPORT SERVICE. With the implementation of the National Health rvic ct on the 5th July 1948 the network of St. John Ambulance covering th greater part of. the South Wales Coalfi.eld ceased to function as a Department of ~he Pnory of Wales. The Pnory Ambulance Tran~port rvice set up m 1918 and extended year by year until it embraced 23 station ' with 30 ambulances and a permanent taff of nearly 60 wa ' dealing with conveyances at a rate of 3~ , ~00 ca es and an aggregate mileage of over 300,000 a. ~ear when the provi IOn of ambulance tran port became the r spon:::.ibllity of the. County Health Authoritie. The e Authorities w uld readily admIt that It :-"ould have been impo ible to have fulfilled their obligation adeq~ate~y wlth~ut the benefit of the co-operation and equipment of the orgamsabon whlch had evolved an unique ystem of co-ordinated ~mbul~nce transport and had dealt with a total of 365,059 patient mvolvmg 6,353,273 miles from inception. JOHN H . BRUCE, Principal Secretary and Commissioner for TVales.

27 EXTRACTS FROM THE REPORT OF THE COMMISSIONER FOR N. IRELAND. I have the honour to submit my Report upon the working and condition of The Brigade in Northern Ireland for the year 1948. Con equent on the resignation of Dr. R. W. M. Strain, I took over charge of Northern Ireland District in August, 1948. One ~mbulance Cadet Divi ion was formed and registered in 1948. The mcrea e in Cadet Divisions is most refreshing. The number of Cadet in the Brigade is woefully small though I feel 1949 will see a further increase. TRAINING AND PUBLIC DUTIES. !~e standard of training in public duties is high, but the standard of

dnlli below average and ·teps are being taken to rectify this deficiency. Transport Section.-Special mention must be made of the work of the Tra!1 port Section, 2,631 cases were transported in the Ambulances dunng the year a against 2,592 in 1947, covering over 33,617 miles. The tandard of di cipline and training in the Section is high and all rank ~how great zeal for their work and E prit de Corps towards their sub-umt. . Thi~ section is now maintaining at full pre ure, four ambulances mcludmg one new Austin "Wayfarer," purchased in November, in B Hat, in a newly acquired and well equipped garage. An:-bulance are di tributed throughout the Province, all of which are carr} mg out sterling work for County Health Authorities. DUTIES. Duties carried out during 1948 were : Public Duties performed by Brigade members 5,205 Fir t Aid ca e attended to ...... 1,497 Ho pital attendances (in hour) ... ... 4,612 hild vVelfare and Nursery Clinic attendance (in hours) 1,292.5 The aboye. ~gures do n~t indicate the actual total of duties performed a many Dlvl lOn have faIled to end their return . THE HEALTH SERVICE ACT (N.I.), 1948 Committees. The Brig~de is well represented on County Health Committees and on thelr Welfare and After-Care sub-committees. The value of such inclu ion is fully appreciated by the Health Authorities. Ambulance and Hospital Car Services. The demand for this ervice ince the birth of the Health Act of 1948, has brought much work to Brigade members, and has taken up a great deal of their leisure time. . The engageI?ent of paid drivers became necessary to turn this service mto a 24 hour s service. Hospital Car Servi('e.-Like the Ambulance Service, this Service has grown out of all recognition.

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At the tart of the year the total Membel"hip of H.C. . car driver ' was 14, and the average mileage per month 850. By Auguc..t the number of driver had increased to GO and the average monthly mileage was 2,220. Thi growth added considerably to administrativ work at H adquarter, and the ~acrifice of much of their !-Ipare tim' by tll ' driv rs. My grateful thanks are due to Mr ' . Logan for the effici nt administration of the Service and to the drivers for the grand ~acril1 ' t.hey made by giving up 0 much of their time. Diversional Therapy. 1948 has witnessed a great improvement in this activity. .\ s tll result of a eries of lectures by Mi s Blakely of the Royal \'ict.oria. IIospit.al many of our members are busy themsclve in Diver 'ional '111 rapy at various hospitals. R eports on ex-patients. Demands on the Brigade for furni hing these reports ha v now eas d, but prior to the introduction of the new Health A t tll d mand were very heavy and not one was refused.

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Many thank to the District Surgeon (Dr. Muriel Frazer) for the preparation of the tests, to the Surgeons for judging, and to the Staff for the excellent admini trative arrangements. ongratulations to Bangor Nursing Divi 'ion on winning the two All Ireland ups for Nursing Division . TRAINI G COURSE.

tra.ining course for Nursing and ur. ing Cadet Divi ions wa held in Bangor on th to lOth October, 1948, at which we were delighted to have th personal a . istance of Lady Brecknock from Headquarters. My thanks arc due to the District Superintendent, Mrs. G. N. Wallace, M.B.E., and to all those who a sisted her. 1 was much impre sed by all I witnessed and am looking forward with gr 'at keenne to my vi it to the ourse in 1949, which is to be held in Portrnsh. A NUAL INSPECTIONS.

As a reonIt of nnual In. pections of Divi ion attended in different parb of til Province, I have come to the conclusion that many of the Divi~i()ns are very active and have hewn great keenness in the work.

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CONCLUSION.

The appeal for helpers from the North rn Ireland Ho 'pitals' Authority was well answered by members of the Brigade. Special mention i made of the work done by Mi ~ iann, of Dungannon, and Miss Beck, of Ballymena.

In conclll ~ ion it i ' my privilege to acknowledge gratefully the help and . upport given me at all time. by all the Officer and rank and file in the Di~trict, and by my taff.

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Many members of the Brigade have carried out work in linic::" but I feel that more could have been undertaken in this very interting and important ubject. MEDICAL COMFORTS DEPOTS

Eleven Medical Comforts Depots were being operated throughout the Province during the year and the majority of them have larg amounts of stock on loan or hire. Up to date, with the exception of Counties Londonderry and Down, the County Health Authorities have not as 0ciated themselves with our Depot. It is felt, however, that with more experience this gap will be bridged. HOSPITAL LIBRARY SERVICE.

Great strides have been made in this all important matter during 194 , and Mrs. V. Dobbin, our County Nursing Officer for Co. Londonderry has been appointed organiser, and is putting in some magnificent work. COMPETITIONS.

Many teams took part in the Competitions which, this year, were carried out on different dates and different places. In accordance with ancient custom, the weather was kind and a good time was had by all.

I have tIt honour to be, Sir, Your obedient servant, T. W. DAVIDSON (signed) Brigadier, Com1nissioner.

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BEDFORDSHIRE Strength: Ambulance, 329;

Nursing, 128 ; Ambulance Cadets, 134 ; Nursing Cadets, 356 .

Total Strength-947

County President : THE RIGHT HON. LORD LUKE OF PAVENHAM, D.L., J .P.

Lady County Prestdent: LADY STEWART.

County Cadet Prestdent : MRS. HUGH MCCORQUODALE. County Commissioner County Superintendent County Officer. County Cadet Officer County Treasurer County Secretary Corps Officer (Cadet Duties)

W. C. KNIGHT, M.B.E., I, Dynevor Road, Bedford. Miss A . G. MAYHEW, 42, Castle Road, Bedford. W. T. KNIGHT, 14, High Street, Olney, Bucks. Mrs. A. LAWRENCE, 3 1\1ayne Avenue, Leagrave, Luton. E. LUCAS, 20, Clapham Road, Bedford. E. H. L. STONEBANKS, ,Beresford H.oad, Bedford. H. HARTWELL, 11, Stewartby, r. Bedford.

J. A. SIMPSON, 294, Sarehole Road, Birmi~gh~m, 28. 1\1rs. F. J. 1\1.' FREW, 100, Lionel Street, Blrmm/?ha:n, 3. Mrs. 1\1. SMALLEY BAKER, 99, Harborne Road, Bummgham, 15 Dr. J. G. BILLINGTON, 7, Westfield Hall, Hagley Road, County Cadel OffIcers Birmingham, 16. . . Irs. D. C. ICOL, 270, Rotton Park Road, Bmrungha:n, .1 3. Corps Officer (attached) J. E. 1\1A TTHEWS, 304, Bordesley Green Road E., Birmlllgham,9. . . h 20 (attached Transport) Iajor S. E. J. HART, 18 Wye Cliff Road , Blrmmg a~, .' Dl\:ision~i Superintendent (at- H. V. GARD! EH, 26 Pitmaston Court, Goodby Road, Bumlllgtach cd as SOCIal Ufficer) ham, 13 . ewhall Street, BirHon. Lay Trcasurer F. ~. GHIF,FITIlS, 1\1idland Bank, mlllgham, 3. ounty Ofhc rs (S tores) . (Secretary)

BRISTOL AA ursing', 215; Am b u Iancc Ca d e t s, 3 .,..,.;

Strcngth: Ambulance, 764,

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KELSALL THOMAS, M.B ., CH.B., 24, \\" sl Street, Dunstahl W. H. \VEATlIERHEAD, 4, Dumfnes Street, nun . tahle . R. ELLISON, 4, Oakley Road, Luton .

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Nursing, 253; Ambulance Cadets, 453 ;

ursing Cadets, 542

Total Strength - 1,622 .

County President:

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County Surgl'u n

Assistant Counl\ Commissioner and Count\' Sec.retary County Olhcers (Treasurer)

THE RT. HON. THE EARL OF CLARENDON, K.G., P.C ., G.C.M.G ., G.C.V.O.

County Office County Commissioner Assistant County Commissioner. County Surgeon County Superintendent County Officers

County Cadet Officers Area Cadet Officer

3 18, King's Road, Reading. C. A. POOLE, M.A., 318, King's Road, R ading. F. A. C. JARVIS, 29, Radstock Road, R eadi ng. Dr. A. BUCHANAN BARBOUR, O.B.E., " Halloween" ookham, Dean . The Hon . Mrs. LESLIE GAMAGE, Foxhill, Earley, H.eading. H. F. SKIDMORE, 324, Tilehurst Road, Reading. Mrs. C. E. EpPSTEIN, 50, Kentwood Hill, Tilehurst, Readtng. Miss D. K. GIBBINS, 33, South View Avenue, Cayersham, Reading. Lady SPICKERNELL, Deane, Kintbury, r. ewbury. Mrs. G. E. THOMAS, 69, Edgehill St., Reading. MRS. H. F. M. MILES, Lands End House, Twyford. W. G. THOMAS, 69, Edgehill Street, Reading. Mrs. J . S. F. MONTAGU-PUCKLE, The Oaks, Coopers Hill, Eversley, Hants. Miss A. CORDEROY, The Pollards, Theale, Nr. R eading.

BIRMINGHAM Strength: Ambulance, 1,343; Nursing, 451 ; Ambulance Cadets, 53 4 ; Nursing Cadets, 1,1 40 . Total Strength- 3,468.

County Office : 100, L ion el Street, Birmin gham, 3. A/County Commission er County Surgeon County Su perintendent

W . E. B ALLARD , A.M.LC.E., F.R.C. I. S., B. 7, Kenilworth Court, H agley R oad, Birmin gham, 16. Dr. D . J . NICOL, M.C., 270, R ot ton Park Road, Birmingham, 13. Mrs. P . H . L EE, J .P., 5, York Rd., Birmingham, 16.

(Publicity) County Cadet

nity Strpet, St. Philip's, Bristol, 2.

. B. \TINTER, M.B ., B.S., 267, Soundwell Road, Kingswood,

County Superinlendent

BERKSHIRE Strength: Ambulance, 374;

Total Strength-1,717.

HIS GRACE THE DUKE OF BEAUFORT, K.G., G.C.V.O., P.C.

H. W. ROUND, M.R.C. S., L.R.C.P., Turvey . Mrs. H. GRIMMER , 3, Station Road, Ampthill. G. PARSONS, 5, Oldfield Road, Bedford.

County Surgeon County Officer . Corps Supt. (Special Duties)

ursl' ng Cadets, 394.

County Prestdent:

Northern Area County Surgeon Area Cadet Officer Corps Officer (Special Duties)

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Bristol. . R d H. ill. GOLD! G, D.F.C., M.B., CH.B., 10, Barton Hlll oa, Barton Hill, Bristol, 5. . 11rs. H. L. BURGESS, Hereford House, Clifton Park, Clifton, Bristol, . . d G . J . CREECH, M.R.SAN.L, 16, Lodgeside Avenue, KlllgswOO , Bristol. . J. F. SMITH, " St. I(enya," Knightcott Road, Abbotts LeIgh, Bristol. C. GRIBBLE, B.E.M., 7, Stanley Road, Redlan~, Bristol, 6. 1\1. Fox, 10 Somerville Road, St. Andrews, Bnstol, 6. . !iss 1. E. E. ARAH, 15, Morley Square, Bishopston, Bnstol, 7. v\'. G. CARTER, 16, Fairlawn Avenue, Fil~on, Bristol. 1. R. FAIR, 13, Elmgrove R oad, Cotham, Bristol, 6. . l\Irs. 1. CREECH, 16, Lodgeside Avenue, Kingswood, Bnstol.

BUCKING HAMSHIRE Strength: Ambulance, 547; Nursing, 310; Ambulance Cadets, 456; Nursing Cadets, 742.

Total Strength-2,055.

County President: Colonel The LORD COTTESLOE, C.B., V.D., T.D. (Lord-Lieutenant). The tADY CHATFIELD (Nursing Divisions) .

County Headquarters: 79, Buckingham Street, Aylesbury, Buckingham. County Comm,issioner . County Surgeon (Advisory) County Superintendent .'. . Assistant County CommlsSlOner i/c Administration and County Treasurer. Assistant County Commissioner County Solicitor County Cadet Officer County Press Officer . Staff Officer to County Supt.

Major P. G. DARVIL-SMITH, C.B.E., Meads, Gt. 1\Iissenden. G. W. H. TOWNSEND, M.B ., B.CH., D.P.H., Aylesbury. Lady DENHAM, Little Hurst, Binfield Berks. R. STEWART MILLER, Walton Grove, Aylesbury. E. A. BISHOP, J.P., Southdene, Bourton Road, Buckingham. S. E. WILKINS, 25, Walton Street, Aylesbury. . Mrs. BEACHCROFT, Silver Birches, Cha.lfont St. Giles. Corps Officer L. PIKE, 17, The Broadway, Amersham. Mrs. BOOTHMAN, North Green, Datchet.

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St. John a1ld Red Cross Joillt S ervires l\Iiss F. C. MITCHELL, 1\1oat l\lan()r, l(ingston Blount, Oxford. (Liaison) . Mrs. DARVIL- MITll, l eads, Gt. lissenden . (Emerg ncy Help and Hospital Libraries).

County Officers

Northern Area County Surgeon County Officers

Vacant. l\Iiss E. 1\1. SAVORY, Emberton House, Olney. \ N . EATON, V,' illow Bank, Church S1.1 eet, BuckJngham. Corps OfIicer S. J. COMPTON, 21, Silver Street, ewpm t Pagna]!.

Area Cadet Officer

North Midland Area County Surgeon County Officers

Vacant. A. J . GATES, 14, \Nest Street, ,\ylc~hul) . 1\1 iss . .r. SALE, The Croft, Walton Hoael, .\yl<:sbury .

Assistant County Commissioner .

Lieut.-Co!. J. R. COLLI S, M.C., T.n., IIill Top, Berghl'IS Hill, \ ooburn Green. R. KIPPING, M.B ., ClLB., Leigh Hou se, Beaconsfield. C. DAY, Station House, Saund rton. Corps Supt. J. F. H1 ClIARI)SO ,Statllll1 HISl', larl ow. l\Jiss F . . l\JITCHELL, l\Ioat lan(lI, l(lngstlln nlount, Oxfo)(1 Corps Officer W. J . LUNNO , l\luniCipal Buildings, ~lucen Victoria Road, High vVyco mue. 1\1rs. C. DAY.

Midland Area County Surgeon County Officer (West) (South) ounty Officer Nur!-ing Area Cadet Officers Superintendent (Attached)

Area Cadet Officers

F. H. SCllOOLING, Sl. icholas Lodge, l'a rnham Common. E. R. WEAVER-ADA MS, B.A., M.ll., B.CIlIR. Mrs. E. l{. WEAVER -ADA MS, Twyford House, Sussex Place, Slough. L. CHALLIS, 26, Uxbridge Road, Slough. Mrs. A. M. HOOD, 14- , Wellington Street, Slough.

Ampulance, 199;

Nursing, 188;

Ambulance Cadels, 145 ; Nursing Cadels, 141 .

Ambulance 925;

County Commissioner County Surgeon County Superintendent County Nursing Officer County Officer i/c M.C.D.s County Cadet Officer County Transport Officer A/County Press and Publicity Officer

Dr. K. S. MAURICE-SMITIl, "Etheldreda House," Ely, Cambridge. Dr. C. W. WALKER, 67, l\Iilton Road, Camuridge. Mrs. A. F . MANLEY, M.A., 9, Burgess Hill, Hampstead, London, N.W.2. Mrs. E . ELLIS LEWIS, S.R.N., S.C.M., R.F.N., ] 9, Brookside, Cambridge. Miss M. C. D. KENNETT, S.R.N., S.M.B., Long Stanton Rectory, Cambridge. Mr s. A . A. ETTRIDGE, 6, Mortimer Road, Cambridge. Mrs. D . MANSFIELD, " The Thatch es," Kingston, Cambridge. Mrs. E. RAWDON B RIGGS, T h e Green, Fowlmere, Nr. Royston, H erts.

Nurs ing Cadets, 702.

County Cummissioner

County Superintend 'n t Cou nty ursing fti ce r (ou nty Treasurer

lIrsing, 341; Ambulance Cadets, 501;

Total Strength-2,564.

ur5ing Cadets, 480.

Total Strength-l ,945.

County President: Lieut.-Col. E. H. 'BOLITHO, C.B., D.S.O. Lady County President: ANCY, LADY VIVIAN, O.B.E. Lieut.-Col. W . BLACKWOOD, D.S.O., M.B.E., M.B., Tregenna, Camborne. Dr. W . L. STEWART, M.B., CH.B., Tremethick, Grampound, Truro . Dr. E. A. EASTCOTT, " GweIMarten," Probus Miss E. H. P. GRYLLS, C.C., The Grecn, R edruth . 1iss . WHITE, S.R.N., S.C.M., Katoomba, The Crescent, Truro . B . W. R. HILL, c/o Barclays Bank, Ltd., Truro.

Lady Couuty President: Mrs. A. R FITZPATRICK. County Office: " Etheldreda House," 35, St. Mary's Strcet, Ely, Cambridg .

Amhulance Cadrls, 419;

CORNWALL

Total ~lr nglh - 623.

COU1lty Presideu t : The LORD FAIRHAVEN, D.L.

Nurs ing, 528;

County President: Lieut.-Col. W. CIIALONER, O.B.E., T.D., J .P. Count'Y Office: " Beechwood," Tabley Road, Knutsford, Cheshire. Coun ty ommis ioner aptain P. REAY, M.B.E., M.C., Oakdene, ~restb~ry. Coun ty Surgeon K. D. BEAN, M.B., CH.B., D.P.H., Blalrgowne, Broadway Avenue, Cheadle, Cheshire. Cou nty Superintendent Vacant. Assistant County ommissioner. J . A. K . FERNS, Seven Gables, Wilmslow. Cou nty Oftic rs vV. CECIL ROBINSON, Inglefield, Dean Row, Wilmslow. R . E. ANTHONY, 6, \¥oodkind Hey, Bebington, Wirral. T . SENIOR, Dcnyson, 150, Runcorn Road, Barnton, Northwich . N . S. MUMBY, Glendyne, Pre nton Lane, Prenton, Birkenhead. GLADYS E. VVILKINSON, M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P., " Kpri," Alderley Edge. Corps Surgeon (, taff) H . L. GARSON, M.D., B.CH., M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P., \Voodlands, ew hester Road, Bromborough, Wirral. Corps, upennten(knt (Staff) \V. H . YOUNG, Asluidge, Winnington Lane, ~ orthwich. T\T. PARKINSON, South View, Park Road , Hale. \rt:~ Cad >l'Officer Corrs Supt. H . N. BECKETT, 28, Stalbridge Road, Crewe. Co unty Treasurer F. P . V. FRYER, Barclays Bank, Knutsford.

Co unt.y Surgeons

CAMBRIDGESHIRE Strength:

CHESHIRE Strength:

Str('ngth' Ambllhn('(', 623,

Southern Area Assistant County Commissioner. County Surgeon County Officer Nursing Divisions

THE ST . JOHN AMBUL\i CE BRIG /\DE .

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Sou th- West Cornwall '\ssistant County Commissioner. County Officers Cadet Officers.

W. vV. JOHNSTON, Tormohun, Daniel Road, Truro . T. C. TRESIDDER, Dartington, Redannack Estate, Truro. J. JACKMAN, Hazlemere, Albany Road, Falmouth. Mrs. A. M. BLACKWOOD, C.A., Tregenna, Camborne. . V. BAKER, 5 1, High Street, Falmouth. Miss A. A. HADFIELD, Overhayes, Trevenner, Marazion.

North-East Cornwall Assistant County Commissioner. County Officers . . .

County Cadet Officer s

W. G. MOONEY, J.P., Broomhill, Tavistock Road, Launceston . C. S. MOYSE, Fore Street, Camelford. A. T. MOSSMAN, 9, Killerton Road, Bude. Mrs. N. W. V. OAKLEY, M.B.E., Whitebays, Trebetherick, Wadebridge. J . J. PEARCE, 8, Glamis Road, Newquay. PRINCESS CHULA CHAKRABONGSE, Tredethy, Bodmin ,

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Ambulance, 233;

Nursing, 169;

Ambulance Cadets, 137;

Nursing Cadets, 169.

Total Strength-650.

COl-tnty Office: 18, Woodsghyll Drive, Harraby, Carlisle. J. LAMBERTON, M.B., cn.B., D.P.H., IGIgraston, Marlborough County Commissioner Gardens, Stanwix, Carlisle, Cumberland. H. GORDON PARKER, M.B., ClI.B., Park nook, Gosforth, County Surgeon Cumberland. County Superintendent Dr. MARY AI scow, The Grange, Temple, owerby, Penrith. Assistant County Commissioner. N. H. RAWLI GS, L.M.S. S.A., L.M.R.C.P., The Hill Cottage, Howgill, Sed bergh, Yorkshire. F. SHELLEY, 4, Dunmail Drive, Carlisle. County Officer. Colonel COCKILL, 3, Green Close, I"endaJ. County Secretary Officer and The Rev. TOM CROSS, Askam, Nr. P nrith, Cumberland. County Cadet Treasure.r

DERBYSHIR E Strength: Ambulance, 1,433; Nursing, 400; Ambulance Cadets, 829 ; Nursing Cadets, 444.

Total

trength

3,106.

County Pres1de11 t; Her Grace the DUCHESS OF DEYONSHIRE, C.B.E. County Office: 67, Saltergate, Chesterfield. Col. F. A . BEARN, C.B.E., D.S.O., M.C., M.D. , Cavendish County Comm'ssioner House, 11, Broad Walk, Buxton. J. B. McKAY, M.B., CH.B., Brereton Houc;c, Bolsover, County Sllr~eons Chesterfield. R. C. ALLEN, L.R.C. P., D.P.H., Riversd alc, Bridg treet, Belper. Mrs. C. STEWART, M.B., CH.B., B.A.O., 3, Haf\\ick lou nt, Buxton. Vacant. County Superintendent Capt. F. BRINDLEY, M.C. , The Spinney, Lansdowne Road, County Officers Buxton. R. E. TWELVES, B.E.M., 14, Mansf'ld t r's(' nt, ewbolcl, Chesterfield. F. GRICE, 57, Crompton Street, Derby. R. RINGHAM, J .P. , Markham House, Du kmanton, r. Chesterfield. W. F . RIGLEY, Mingoyo, Cossall, Ilkesto ne, Derby. C. 1. IARGERRISON, Fairfield, The Avenue, Dronfield. County Cadet Officers Miss ELSIE F. BELL, Ivy House, Mickleover, Tr. Derby. F. 1. SHIMWELL, 53, Station Rd ., Brimington, Chesterfield. County Secretary H. C. CHAMBERS, Sunnyfield, Orchard Lane, Beighton, County Treasurer Sheffield.

County Nursing Officer Assistant CommissionersEast Devon South " North" County Secretary County Officers East Devon South " North County Cadet Officers County Tr asurer Corps Offic r (Ambulance) Corps Officers ( ursing)

ST.

J OHN AMB ULANCE B R I GADE .

Dr. R. A. P. GRAY, 23, East Southernhay, Exeter. G. W. HINGSTON, Belle Vue House, Paignton. Dr. K. G. W. SAUNDERS, Elmfield, Goodleigh Road, Barnstaple. Miss M. J . MORTON PALMER, Woodlands, Totnes. C. J. WOOD, 5, Rutherford Street, Exeter . W. UNDERHILL, London House, Ashburton. Miss D. WHITEHEAD, Welstor, Ashburton. R. ROGERS, 17, Marlborough Road, Ilfracombe. :Miss F. VALENTINE, Little Close, Braunton. H . LANGMAID, 1, Larkbeare Road, Exeter. Mrs . M. STUART ICHOLSON, Prispen House, Silverton. E . R. HOOPER, Highway House, Tedburn St. Mary. R. J. BRADDON, 3, Richmond Street, Barnstaple. l\Irs. COOMBE, Sunnyside, Wakeham Portland, Dorset. Mrs. BOLT, Wendtholne, Maryfield Avenue, Exeter.

DORSET Strength:

Ambulance, 244;

Nursing, 180;

County Commissioner County Surg on County Superintendent County Officers

County Cadet Officers Area Cadet Officers County Treasurer County Secretary, S.J .A .A.

Ambulance Cadets, 116;

Nursing Cadets, 322.

Total Strength-862.

County Office; 16, Belvidere, Weymouth. Dr. R. V . S. COOPER, 16, Belvidere, Weymouth. Dr. E. J. GORDON WALLACE, Health Centre, Weymouth. Dr. LAURA MAULE HORNE, Grange, Mount Road, Parkstone. Mrs. M. C. COOPER, 16, Belvidere, Weymouth. J. 1. O'HARA, 42, Palmerston Road, Parkstone. A . E . Cox. Corra Lynn, Goldcroft Avenue, Weymouth. E. PADDOCK, 3 , Commercial Road, Parkstone. E. W. CUFF, " Sydco," Prince of Wales Road, Dorchester. Mrs. K . MARTYN, 1, Alton Road, Parkstone. ~Iiss F. B. LONG, 10, Dorchester Road, Weymouth. K . H. M. ALDRIDGE, Hove Dene, Cranford Avenue, Weymou th. Mrs. F. M. BEST, Manor Farm, Godmanstone, Nr. Dorchester. Miss M. PEACH, 59, High Street, Shaftesbury. frs . W. WAREHAM, Phylum, Alder Road, Upper Parkstone . J. SANFORD, 435, Dorchester Road, "\Veymouth. Corps Officer N . HEIGHAM, Byways, Chaddesley Glen, Canford Cliffs.

DURHAM (st'e Northumberland .)

EAST, SOUTH, AND NORTH DEVONSHIRE Strength: Ambulance, 596; Nursing, 289; Ambulance Cadets, 267; Nursing Cadets, 572 .

County Commissioner County Su rgeons East Devon South " North " County Superint endent

Total Strength-l,724 .

County President (..4 mbulance) : Sir HENRY IMBERT-TERRY. Cou n ty President (Nursing): The LADY CLINTON. County Office; W oodlan ds, Totnes. Dr. F . W. MORTON PALMER, Woodlands, Totnes. Dr . M. Y. PAGET, Barnfield End, Spicer Road, Exeter. Dr. G. SAWDON, Stoke House, Stoke Gabriel, Totnes. Dr. W. B. BOONE, 1, Hillborough Terrace, Ilfracombe. Miss K. F. WOOD, 2, Commins Road, Exeter

ESSEX Strength:

Ambulance, 257;

Nursing, 140;

Ambulance Cadets, 135;

Nursing Cadets, 306.

Total Strength-838.

County President ; Colonel Sir FRANCIS WH ITMORE, K.C.B., C.M .G., D.S. O. County Commissioner Colonel J. L. H AMILTON, M.e., T.D., M.D., 2A, Oxford Road, Colchester . County Surgeons Dr. W. RADCLIFFE, "Ten Acres," High Street, Wivenhoe. Dr. J . EWING, " Cliffe House," Dovercourt. County Su perintendent. . Mrs. E. SMELLIE, T h e Bridge House, Lexden, Colchester. Assistant County Commissioner. Dr. J . T. WHITLEY, O.B.E., "Thorneybrook," London Road, Chelmsford. County Officers W . E. N ORFOLK, 84, Ma rconi Road, Chelmsford. Miss W . K. ARGENT, " Sh irley," Writtle, Chelmsford. ~rs. P. M. GERRITY, " Bahrein," Latchingdon, Chelmsford .

THE

ST.

J OHN AMBULA

CE BRIGADE.

THE

N . H. FLOYD, 87, High Street, Dunmow. E. A. POOLE, 178, Cow dray Avenue, Colchester. J . S. SM ITH, 13, Marlborough Road, Ch.elmsford. Lt .-Col. A. 1. SHERINGllAlIl, " Blue Bridgc oi.tage," Halstead. Mrs. E. M. HOWARD, 19, Victoria Road, Colchester.

Treasu rer Secretary Secretary County Cadet Officers Cadet

ASSistant Area Cadet O(fic<.>rs Corps Surgeon Corps Of{lcer County Sccretary

H. H . JAMES, Montresor, Ville au Roi Estate, St. Peter Port. 1\liss E. C. BUSll, W thersfidd, Guelles Road, St. Peter Port. Dr. 'V . H. CAMBRIDGE, " Le Vallet," Rue de Putron. T . R MARQUAND, .. Enismere," Les Amballes, St. Peter Port. . DE LA l\IARE, Coutil Blicq, St. Andrew's.

GLOUCESTERSHIRE Strength : Ambulance, 427;

ursing, 162; Ambulance Cadets, 190;

IIrsing Cadets, 412

Total Strength

1,1 91.

Total Strength-3,098.

Lady County President: The VISCOUNTESS BLEDISLOE.

COlmly ll eadqllarlers: .. Wessex House," 6, Upper High Street, Winchester.

A ttached to County Staff: Mrs . FRASER. N. C. SHORT, 57, Charlton Lane,

heltenham.

Nursing, 27 ; Ambulance Cadets, 78;

County Commissioner County Superintendent County Cadet Officcr Coun ty adct Officer ( ur mg) Acting County Secretary . ('ounb' Treasurer

ASSistant

aunty Secretary

Nursing Cadets, 121.

Dr. JOlI CLAYRE, O.ST.J ., County Headquarters . The Hon. ~lrs. S. R. CUBITT, O.ST.J., Hall Place, V\'est Meon. Dr. H. 1. 1\I.-\RRINER, S.B.ST.J., 1 , Poole Rd ., Bournemouth. l\IISS O. E. ~IORLEY, S.S.ST.J., 6, Winsley A"enue, Bournemouth E. ounty Officer Miss N. READDY, County H .Q. County Officcr 1\Iiss N. E EADDY, County H .Q. Corps Officer Miss E. L. BATH, County H.Q.

Western Area Assistant County

ommi sioner.

County Surgeon Connty Officer. Connty Officer ( urslllg)

~lajor

J. A. COGHLAN, O.ST.J., .. Ashdon," Brightlands Avenue, Southbourne, Bournemouth. Dr. G. H. PITT, S.B.ST.J., " Pilgrim," Lymington. Dr. D. C. RE NIE, "Royd Lodge," Rye Paddock Lane, Fawley. 1iss E. K . HOOPER, S.S.ST. 1., " Lacklands," Overcliffe Drive, Boscombe.

Eastern Area \ssu;tant COllllly Commissioner. County Surgeon County Offic r County Officer ( ursing) Area Cadet Officer Area Cadet Offic r (Nursing)

GUERNSEY

O. J . FRANCIS, O.ST. J ., 26, Gordon Road, Gosport. Dr. L. M. MAYBURY, S.B.ST.J., "Kenwood," 97, Goldsmith A venue, Southsea. F . B. FLEMING, S.B.ST.J., 20, Chapel Street, Btlckland, Portsmouth. 1\lrs. ROPER, The Orchard, Curdridge, or. Southampton. A. E. CLARRY, 43, Tintern Road, Gosport. Miss E. POOK, 89, London Road, Waterloo ville.

Total Strength-291 .

County President : Sir VICTOR G. CAREY. County Headquar ters: R oha is, St . Pet er Port .

(N ursing) Area Cadet Officers

Nursing Cadets, 914.

Count)' Pyeszden f : The COUNTESS 1\IOUNTBATTEN OF BURMA, C.l., G.B.E., D.C.V.O., Dame Grand Cross

District Officer (I ndia) Divisional Superintendent

County Commission er County Surgeon District Officer County Officers

H AMPSHIRE Strength. Ambulance, 1,048 ; Nursing, 516; Ambulance Cadets, 620;

County President: The VISCOUNT BLEDISLOE, G.C.M.G., K.B.E., P.C.

County Office: 12, Royal rescent, Ch.eltenham. A. BARRATT-CARDEW, M.C ., M.B., FRS, Keynsham Law n County Commissionr..r Cheltenham. C. R. DE . SADLER, M.R.C .S., L.R.C.P., 1:31, Itl Bath Ho" 1. County Surgeons Cheltenham. Miss M. GWENDOLEN BROWN, M.A, M . B ., fLCIi. (Camh ) 131, Promenade, Cheltenham. County Superin t enden t Miss D. B. FABER, 4, Moorend Park Road, heltenham . Assistant County Commissioner . H. J . LEWIS J.P., Hendre, Ovcrton Park Road, Chcltenh am . County Officers T . H. READ, Ellenville, Gordon Road, Cheltenham . Mrs. PUREFOY, The Abbey Housc, T wlcesbury . Mrs. LAWRENCE, The Nappings, Charlton Kings . Mrs. WILLANS, Boxtrce Cottage, Badgeworth, nr. h cltenh a m. County Nursing Officer Mrs . SADLER, 13 1, Old Bath Road, Cheltenham. County Cadet Officers R ev. E. J. M. ELDRIDGE, O.B.E., St. James' Vi caragl', Cheltenham. Miss D. TRIMMER, III.C.S.P., " Gesto," Hath rl y Court Ho;! 1, Cheltenham. County Secretary Miss E. G. MARSHALL, Holmhury, ThorncliffC' Ihi \ ', Cheltenham.

Strength : Ambulance, 65;

T . J OHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE .

D r. W ILLIAM BURTON Fox, St. Damians, St. Sampson's. Dr. O. H . BOSTOCK, H irzel House, St. Peter Port. J . W. DEAR, Earls Colne, Guelles Road. F. W. BUSH, "Palma," Les Osmonds, St. Sampson's. R. A. LUFF, Belize, Doyle Road, St. Peter Port. R. H . BLANCHFORD, Ambula nce St ation , Rohais, St. Peter P ort. Mrs. E. NASON , Montv ille, Les Vardes, St . Peter Port . P . S. COOPER, L a Cornich e, Brock R oad, St. Pet er Port. Mrs. E . NASON, Montville, L es Vardes, St. Peter Port.

Cent ral Area Assistant Countv Commissioner . County SurgeonCounty Officer. County Officcr ( ursing) Area Cadet Officer

Dr. T . P . LALONDE, O.ST.J., Wykeham House, Romsey. Dr. 'vV. L. BIGBY, M.B.E. , S.B.ST.J., 53, South View Road, Southampton. A. L. A YMES, Police Station, Romsey. ]\lrs. H . VV AUISLEY, Green Cottage, Shawiord, nr. ·W inchester. ' \'. E . P . BUTT, S.B.ST.J., 91, Osborne Road, Portswood, Southampton.

Northern Area Assistant County Commission er. County Officer. County Officer (N ursin g)

N. R. TURNBULL, M.R.C.Y.S., O.ST.J., 65, Wortin g Road, Basingstoke. L. P. BOTTING, S.B.ST. J ., 14, Kingsclere Road, Basingstoke. L. CLIFFORD, S.B.ST .J., 20, Oxford Road, South Farnborough. Mrs. W. A. 'vVILSON, Little Goddards, Hatherden, nr. An dover.

THE

T. JOHN • MBULAN E BRIGADE.

THE

ISLE OF . MAN

HEREFORDSHIRE Strength:

Ambulance, 122;

Nursing, 148;

Ambulance Cadets, 197;

Nursing Cadets, 204.

Strpn~lh:

Total Strength-671

Ambulance, 52, Nursing, 44;

County President: Dr. I. W. MCGREGOR. County Presldent (N UY S tng) : The Hon . 1\1rs. ROBERT DEVEREUX.

C!)unty

County Office: No.1, Carlton Flats (2nd Floor), All Saints Street, Hereford .

ommission'r

County Surgeon County Officer. County Cadct OfflC r

County Commissioner Assistant Commissioner County Surgeon County Superintendent County Officers (Cadet) County Secretary

G. N. BULLOCK, " Sarnia," Upper Ledbury Road , H reCord H . ] . HARRIS, B.E.M., " Peri vale," 70, Old Eign Hill, Hercfor! B . G. SCHOLEFIELD, M.CH., D.M.(OXON), F.R.C.S., Lawnswood , Hampton Park, Hereford.

R. T. :MORRIS, " Stokesay," Upper Ledbury Road, H reford. ]. B. SPENCER, 5, Holme Lacy Road , Hereford Miss E. LONG, O.B.E., 62, Bricnton Road, Hereford . R. RUCK , 1)1, Mill Street, H ereford . Mrs. F. M. HARRIS, " Perivale," 70, Old Elgn Hill , H ereford . IVIiss P . MUNN, County Office, arlton Flats, 11 Saints treet, Hereford.

(ounty

~ccretary

HERTFORDS HIR E Ambulance, 453 ; Nursing, 124;

Ambulance Cadets, 196 ; Nursing Cadet ·, 27t.

Total Strength - I,044.

County President (Nursl?lg Divisions): PAMELA, COUNTESS OF LVTTON, C.l. County Commissioner County Surgeons County Superintendent County Staff Officer County Officers Coun ty Secretary County Nursing Officer County Treasurer County Officers (Cadets)

Corps Officers .

(Cadets) . Corps Offiicer .

H. LANGLEV JONES, M.B.E ., "Edale," 2, ' larence Road, St. Albans. C. P . CRAGGS, M.B., B.S., 123, Norton Vvay, Letchworth . \V. N. BOOTH, M.B., B.S., Ashbourne, Bury Road, Harlo\\ Essex. Miss D. SPARKES, 3, Brampton Road , St. Albans. E. KEIGHTLEY, 16, Clarence Road, St. Albans. T. C. FORBES, 54, .High Street, Ware. W. E. DOUGLAS, 14 Sou berie A venue, Letchworth. A. GUY VhDDICOMBE, 20, Clarence Road, Harpenden. County Officer T. H. FLANAGAN, " Acre View," Lower Luton Road, Harpenden. Mrs. CRAGGS, 506, Broadway, Letchworth. L. ]. NORTHCOTT, F.C.A., 2, Park Avenue, St. Albans. G. HENDERSON SMITH, 20, Furzefield Road, Welwyn Garden City. Mrs. K. L. DAMES, Headmaster's House, Harlow College, Harlow, Essex. ]. W. WHITING, 3, Salisbury Road, Welwyn Garden City. Mrs. M. C. BERGIN , 16, The Valley Green, Welwyn Garden City. Miss E. ATKINS, 101, Old Hale Way, Hitchin. Miss E. PICKERING, Friars Mead, St. Stephens A venue, St. Albans. Mrs. H . MABER, S.R.N., The Dale, Little Hadham Road, Bishops Stortford.

Ambulan~e

Cadet, 19 ; Nursing Cadets, 105.

Total Strengtb-220.

County President: LADY BROMET. County Office : Chief Const.a.hle's Office, Douglas, I sle of Man. Major JOHN \\T. YOUNG, O.B .E. , Chief Constable's Office, Douglas. Dr. LIONEL D. \VOODS, O.B.E., s.!., Albert Terrace, Douglas. Irs . l\IARTHA \'OUNG, "Oakleigh," Glencrutchery Road, Douglas. Capt. TllOMAS II . HALL, J.P., Eskham, Devonshire Road, Douglas. E\'AN R. G. CA IN, A.LA.C., 18, Hawarden Avenue, Douglas .

ISLE OF WIGHT Strength

County

Ambulance, 108 ;

ursmg, 9; Ambulance Cadets, 105 ; Nursing Cadets, - .

Cou nl\'

urg on Coun t~· fficer ancl Secretary (ounty Officers

StatI Officer i c I'u blici ty

Total Strength-221.

Dr. F. H. B. H . KENNEDY, M.B.E ., J.P., "Gilwell," \Vootton

ommlS, ianer

(. \d mlI1 ) Trcasu rer) Count\' Cadet Offic'r Staff Onicer i c Competitions Strength:

T. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE .

Bridgc. T . HAMBLV, Ieadowcroft, Salisbury Road, Ryde. ;"Iiss E 1\1. CAWS, 9, Queen's Road, Ryde. lI t BAKER, Quenengate, Collingwood Road, Shanklin. E. F. hLLGATE, n5, Castle Road, ewport. E. WILSO , Farnboro, High Park Road, Ryde. A P. COMPTON, 93, High Street, Sandown. DiviSIOn Superintendent]. WALKINSHAW, I, l\Ioruya, Grange Road, East Co\\·es. Ambulance Officcr V. PAFFORD, 1, Great Preston Close, Ryde

JERSEY 'tn' nl!th :

Amblllance, 40 ;

ruun Ly Commissioner Assis tant CnI11mi ,sio ner Distrirt Officer Area Cad"t Officers

IIrsing-, 57;

Ambulance Cadets, 28; Nursing Cadets, 75.

To tal Strength-200

County President: Sir A. 1. COUTANCHE, Bailiff of ] ersey. ] . R . HANNA, B.A., M.B., B.CH., Culderry House, Samares, St. lement. O. L. AUBIN, 3, East View Villas, Plat Douet Road, St. Saviour. riss 1\1. IESSERVY, 10, David Place, St. Helier. H. E . TEPIIENS, 9, St. Saviours Road, St. Helier. Irs. D . McFADVEN, Louisville, Belvedere, St. Helier,

KEN T Stn'ngth:

Ambul.lllc. , 1,158; Nursing, 545; Ambul Ince Cadets, 822; Nursing Cadets, 1,304; To ta l Strength-S, ;59.

Lady County President: The LADY VIOLET ASTOR. County Office: The School House, Doddington. County Commissioner ]OHN H . DAY, M.B.E., J.P., 40, Earl Street, l\Iaidstone. County Surgeons Dr. H. ]. HOBY, 219, New Road, Chatham. Dr. H . A. MADWAR, Mill House, Queenboro', Isle of Sheppey. Dr. J. R. HAMERTON, 36, Western Esplanade, Herne Bay. Assistant Commissioner Dr. F. C. COZENS, , The Downs, Herne Bay. County Superintendent Mrs. C. FALWASSER, O.B.E., Rutland House, Offham Road, Wef't Mailing. Assistant County Superintendent Miss H. MAY, Sou thview, Wateringbury. County Nursing Officer. .

THE

County Officers

(Cadets) County Secretary

T . JOHN AMBULA CE BRIGADE.

B. T. BEAUMONT, The School House, Doddington. VV . HANCOX, 35, 'Nilson Avenue, Chatham. C. C. ELAM, 111, Old Dover Road, Canterbury. Irs. . J AY, 33, ALldley Road, Folkestone. Irs. K. MAY, outhview, \Vateringbury. J . BAKER, 11, King Street, Gillingbam . Ess CURZON SMITH, 13, Grimstone Gardens, Folkestone . B. T. BEAUMONT, County Headquarters, Doddington.

District Secretary District ursing Officer District Cadet Officers Area Cadet Officers

No. IV. (LANCASHIRE) DISTRICT Strength: Ambulance, 3,812; Nursing, 2,271 ; Ambulance Cadets, 1,340; NurslOg Cadets, 1,883.

Total Strength -9,306.

Dis tnct Office: 39, Fishergate, Preston. District Commissioner Assistant Commissioners

District Officers

THE • T . JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE .

l\Iajor E. S. BURT HAMILTON, t-J.C., F.R.C S. Col. E. B. POOLEY, L.R .C.P., " lId! Else," l)cLltun -; n -FuIIll'~s. R Clegg, M.R.C .S., L.R.C .P., 61, Park DrIve, Kelson . Major J. A . IACKENZIE, t-J B., CI! 1., :"-I.A., "The Briar:," Toggarth Roa.d, Fence, -r. Burnley. Colonel G. C. E. SIl\\PSO ,O .B.E., T.!)., 1·.R L.S., 1.\ CW\l: " ark, Liverpool, 8. Colonel C. lI. . REDMOND, T.n ., t-I.B, eII.B., 77, ,\lcxandra Road, South, Manchester. VV. H. GASTALL, D.C.M., B.SC ., 24, Kenwyn ,\ venue, B!ackpool. Colonel R. 1. POSTO , M.D. , 13 CH., B.A.O., "Thornclilf," Fails'w orth, Manchester. E. SMALLEY, M.B., CH.B., 54, \\'almersl 'y Road, Bury. Miss M. R l\lOORE, Lyndhurst, Seafield H.oad, Lytha.m W. MURRAY CAIR. S, C.B.E., M.D ., " HO\ygate," 60, SealMnk Road, Wallasey, Cheshire. J. MACKENZIE, M.D.," Glengarth," 4, St. Annes Road \\ cst, St. Annes-an-Sea. E. M. . MACALPINE, M.B. , CII.B., 10 , tting Avenue East, Li verpool, 11. W. W. M. McI(INNEY, M.B., " Hill Crest," 5, \Vest End R oad, Morecambe. Mrs. D. WHEELER, M.B., CH.B., vVat rloo House, Accrington. Major W. G. PEARSON 1, Croslands Park H.oad Barrow-inFurness. W. H. HARRIS, F.R.G.S., 39, Fishergate, Preston. G. B. HORROCKS, M.B. , ClLB., M.R .C.S. , 1, Station Road, Wesham, Kirkham. Colonel D. C. LEYLAND ORTON, M.R.C.S., T.D., HillSide, Acrefield Road, Woolton Liverpool. J. SINCLAIR KERR, c/o The Ir!am Steel Corporation Ltd.,' IrJam, Manchester. Colonel J. F. O'GRADY, M.B., CH.B., " Stoneacre" Swinton. R O. DAVIDSON, M.B., CH.B., 395, Padlham Road, Burnley. G. HALBERT, Esg., 298, Waterloo Street, Oldham. J. E. Fox, 47, Sunningdale Drive, Prestwich, Manchester. W. E. SEARL, 91, Water Park Road, Prenton, Cheshire. J. E. HELME, 34, Fairhope A venue, The Vale, Lancaster. Miss 1. M. SUTCLIFFE, "Thorn Hill," Todmorden. Miss H. M. SMITH, " Ailsacroft," Beach Road, St. Annes -o nSea. Miss K. LAMB, 7, Tenterden Street, Bury. Dr. MARION M. REEKIE, 7, Rowsley Avenue, West Didsbury, Manchester. Mrs. A. C. OWEN, " Eastcliffe," Park Road, F ulwood, Preston.

Corps Superintendents attached to Staff

Miss J . ECCLES, Lyndhurst, Seafie1d Road, Lytham. Dr. E. W. SHAW, 7, Tenterden Street, Bury. Mrs. G. M. NORMANTON, 46, Balmoral Road, Morecambe. Miss F. G. KIDSON, 36, Rawlinson Road, Southport. Major T. E. SPENCER, M.B.E., T.D., 39, Fishergate, Preston. Miss . LIVESEY, The Royal Infirmary, Preston. R . CJIAHLESWORTH, Rovenden, Audenshaw Hall, Droylsden, Manchester. 1rs. E. ISBET, 1)3, Tatton Road, Orrell Park, Liverpool. Irs . R. i\I. DEWSE, 2, Kirkdale Avenue, St. Annes-on-Sea. 1\Irs. E. HARTLEY, 6 , Warwick Street, Barrow-in-Furness. irs. A. HEAP, 122, Todmorden Road, Burnley. Irs . H. BROWN, Harley Bank, Todmorden. W. HEAP, 84, Birtwistle Avenue, Colne. VV. MELLOR , 70, Heyes Lane, Livesey, Blackburn. Major A. B. . DYER , 371, Lytham Road, Blackpool, S.S.

LEICESTER SHIRE Strength: Ambulance, 955.

NurSing, 404;

Ambulance Cadets, 522;

Nursi ng Cadets, 589.

Total Strength-2,.470

County Preside nt : The LADY ZIA WERNHER, O.B.E. County Office: Ambulance Headquarters, Packe Street, Loughborough. COllnty CommiSSIOner . County urgeon County Superintendent Assistant County om mission r.

GEO . F. BROWNE, 15 , Ashby Road, Loughborough. Dr. . MACLEOD, Burleigh Cottage, Loughborough. 111ss E . FOLWELL, 4, Birkdale Avenue, Leicester. apt. T. G. LOWE, M.A., 0, Coventry Road, Market Harborough. County Vice-Pre ident and ounty Lady OLIVER, C.B.E ., The Firs, London Road, Leicester. Officer. County Offi rs L. LEE, 199, Wicklow Drive, Leicester. R. W . \"1 . GEE, 6, Seymour Street, Leicester. Miss L. H. BURNS-HARTOPP, Burton House, Burton Lazars, MeHon Mowbray. 1\liss R. LORD, B.E.M., 53, Evington Drive, Leicester. (Secretary) Miss C. WAHD, 21, Sycamore Road, Birstall, Leicester. County ursing Officer Miss BELL, S.R.N., S.C.M., The Royal Infirmary, Leicester. County Cad t Officers L. HEYWOOD SMITH, 48, Holmfield A venue, Leicester. l\Iiss E. L. WOLLASTON, 53, Evington Drive, Leicester. The Hon . Lady PACKE, Prestwold Hall, Leicester.

LINCOLNSHIRE Strength: Ambulance, 701; Nursing, 191; Ambulance Cadets, 579;

Nursing Cadets, 410 .

Total Strength-l,881.

County President: RT. HON. THE LORD BROWNLOW, J.P., D.L. County Commissioner Assistant Commissioner County Superintendent County Surgeon . County Officers A/County Cadet Officer

Captain G. B. ARMSTRONG, M.B.E ., Tolethorpe Lodge, Spalding. M. C. LAVIN, M.B., B.S., Ill, Oxford Street, Cleethorpes. Mrs. E. M. EPTON, The Grange, Canwick, Lincoln. J. A. HADLEY, M.D., F.R.C.S., Nettleham Road, Lincoln. F. F. GIBSON, 147, Doddington Road, Lincoln. J . PADDISON, 65, Cambridge, Street, Cleethorpes. W . GOTT, Marianna, Laceby Road, Grimsby. Major J. S. GASSON, The Bristol Arms Hotels, Ltd., Sleaford.

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Total Strength

12,612.

Lady County Pyesident: THE COUNTESS 1\lOUNTBATTEN OF BURMA, C.I., D.C.V.O., G.B.E.

ASSistant Commissioner County Surgeons District Officers

Lady County Pyesident (1111dd/esex): MARIE MARCHIONESS OF WILLINGDON, C.l., G.B.E. Distyict Office: 23, St. John's Lane, Clerkenwell, E.C.l. County Commissioner Deputy Commi sioners District Surgeon District Superintendent District Nursing Officer District Staff Officers

District Cadet Staff Officer

Western Area

LONDON, No.1 (PRINCE OF WA LES) DISTRICT Strength: Ambulance, 5,948; Nursing, 2,889; Ambulance Cadets, 2,179; Nllrsing Cadets, 1,596 .

JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE.

Major A. C. \VHITE K OX, O.B.E., l.C., lI1.B., (,1l.B., Inn, Denmark Hill, S.E.5 (correspondence to 2:3, t. ] o li n's Lane). Alderman D. C. F. LOWSON, 1\1.:\., 5G, Gresham Str 'd. E .l'. ~ . Sir GEORGE .\ RBISS, O.B.E .. Bean\ ood. The ause\\ <L\, IJllt lers Bar, ::\Iitlulesex. Dr. 1\1. 1\1. SCOTT, ~-l, e\\lnglon CaUSl\\.tv. S.E I . Miss 1\1. B. \\'ORKMAN, M.B.E., 2:3, Royston Park Hoad, Il ate h End, 1\lidcllesex. Miss 1\1. 1. nURI~ANT, S.R.N., 30, High Street, 1 hmn to n Heath , Surrey. Capt. L. L. FRANKS, 54, Ionarch Court, Hampstead Carden City, N.2. C. E. BOWER, O.B.E., 74, Roslyn Gardens, Ciclea Pal k. I\s. ('x. L. HOWARD, 2:3, Fairholme Avenuc, (7id 'a Park, Essl''\' E. W. HAl 'ES, 49-fi1, Eastcheap, E.C.:3. S. J. STILLWELL, 10, }<alkland A vcntl >, Fil1chI('y. N :~ A. E. WELLS, 19, Elyn Road, A.

Area Cadet Officer Area Sergeant Major

Captain G . R. H . WRANGHAM, 26, The Avenue. Ealing, W.13 . Dr. F . STANSFIELD, 26, Gordon Place, W.S Lt.-Col. E. J. SELBY, O.B.E., 52, Castlebar Road, Ealing, W.5. Dr. H . C. STEWART, 69, Cholmlcy Crescent, Highgate, N.6 F. E. STRATTON, 26, Woodstone Avenue, Stoneleigh Park, Ewell, Surrey. C. W . HIPKINS, 23, St. George's Road, Wimhledon, S.W.HI. H. V. SHROSBREE, 24, Wargrave Road, Harrow. Miss A. WEST, 13, Selwyn Avenue, Richmond, Surrey. Miss D. SHELLEY, 13, Norwich Road, Northwood Hills, Middlesex. Mrs. E. NORFORD, 14, Scotts Rd ., Southall, Middlesex. Miss W . AYRES, 91, Sheen Court, Richmond, Surrey. W. FARRELL, 99, Fulwell Road, Teddington, Middlesex.

Eastern Area ASSlst<ln t Commissioner County Surgeons Dishict Offic rs

Area Cad t Officers

Dr. E. S. ABRAHAM, 1, Becmead Avenne, S.W.16. Dr. W . DAVAN NEILL, S, Westland Parade, Hornchurch Road, RomIord, Essex. Dr. S. M. R. THOMSON, 47, High Road, Plaistow, E.12. E. HOWARD, 16, Redden Court Road, Harold Wood, Essex. A. E. AMBLER, 71, South View Drive, E.1S. Mrs. E. M. MORRISH, 18, Clavering Road, E.12. Miss N . L. MOORE, 105, South Park Drive, Seven Kings, Essex. H . F. MULLIGAN, 80, Rosslyn Avenuc, Harold 'Wood, Essex. Miss P . M . PARR01 T, I, Chalford Court, Bailey Road, Ilford.

Central Area No rthern Area Assistan t Commissioner County Surgeon District Officers

Area Cadet Officers Area Sergeant Major

G. P. HART, R, Ashhourne Grove, ~liU lIill, .\\'.1. Dr. SHA W SmTH, 434, \Vest Green Roau, ToLlenhal1l, ~ .1 .1 S. H. COLLINS, 8, Simmons \Va y, .20. B. A. REAUIN(~, 27, Brindwood l{oad, Chll1gfortl, E 'sex . Mrs. 1. R. BURNS, l~Jm Lodge, Galley Lane, Barnet. I {('rh o }\Iiss J. E. HARMAN, 44, Friern Barnl'l Lane, l . 11. S. C. ANDREWS, 4, Hardwick Villas, Houllds Green Hu ,I. N.ll. Miss F. FHOUDE, 130, Hoppers Road, Wlnchmore HIlI, 1 :! I. E. T . STRATFORD, St. Pancras Church of England Schul)I, Lancing Street, Enston, N.vV.].

Southern Area Assis lant Commissioner County Surgeons

District Officers

A rea Cadet Officers Area Sergeant Major

Dr. G. BOUSFIELD, 134, Denmark Hill, S. E.5. Dr. VV . \V . KIN G BROWN, 12, Asylum HO;i.d, S . E. L') . Dr. J. NEWTON HUDSON, 391, Lower .\tldi scomlH.! ]{(),u I. Croydon. C. A. HALLOCK, 61, Westhealh Road, Abb ')' Wood, S .E ~ . P . B . WICKENS, 4, Oldfield Road, Bexleyhcath, Kent. D. G. GOLDIE, 10, Wellesley Road, Cloydon, Surrey. Miss W. GRINDLEY, 19, Hawes Road, Bromley, K e nt. Miss G. O . TUCKWELL, 296, Leigham Court Road, S.W.10. R. H. LOWE, 33, Salisbury Avenue, Cheam, Surrey. Miss D. E. WHITE, l OS, Warwick Road, Thornton Ileath, Surrey. E . J ARMAN, 2, Hazeldene Road, Crofton Park, S.EA .

ASSistant ommlSSlOner COllnty Surgeon District Ofticcrs

Area Cade t Officer Area Sergeant Ia]or

Captain R. V. STEELE, Penrhyn Lodge, Gloucester Gate, .W.l. Dr. B. L. STEELE, Penrhyn Lodge, Gloucester Gate, N.Vv.l. H. DUNFORD, 30, Wenlock Road, Edgware, l\Iiddlesex. ]. J . CAMERON, 14, Hallem Gardens, Hatch End, l\Iiddlese .. l\Irs . . F. TAPPLY, All Saints' Vicarage, Highgate, N.6. 1\liss E. 1:'. 1\lILNE, 17, Cromwell Avenue, Highgate, .0. W . J . DAY, 71, Wellstead Avenue, Edmonton, .9. Mrs. G. LEITCH, 540, Harrow Rd., l\Iaida Hill, .9. vV . W . PACKE, 21, Gospatrick Road, Tottenham, N.l7.

NORFOLK Strength:

Ambulance, 615 ; Nursing, 207;

Ambulance Cadets, 340;

Nursing Cadets,486.

Total Strength-l,648.

County President: The Rt. Hon. the EARL OF ALBEMARLE, M.C., D.L., J.P ., C.C. County Presideut (Nuysing Div1'sions): LADY COOK County H eadquarters: 20, Castle Meadow, Norwich. County Commissioner County Superintenden t Assistant Commissioners

Lieut.-Col. Sir THOMAS COOK, J.P., Sennowe Park, Guist Dereham. Dr. MAY RUTLEDGE, The Dial House, Ipswich Road, Norwich. Dr. W. E. RUTLEDGE, D.O .M.S., The Dial House, Ipswich Road, Norwich. Dr. W . E. H . BULL, M.C., Waverley House, Hunstanton. Dr. A . G. HOLMAN, The Beeches, Aylsham, ortolk. C. B. ANDREWS, Waveney House, Fakenham.

THE

County Officer and Secretary County Officers

(Cadets) County Treasurer County Organizer

ST.

THE

JOHN AMBULA CE BRIGADE.

Mrs. J. H. YULL, The Beeches, Dereham. R. C. HANNANT, Alrena, Victoria Road, Gorles lon-on Sea. Dr. CHRISTINA WEBSTER, The Red House, Hevingh am, Norwich. S. E. DAY, Maison, Cremers Drift, Sheringham. Dr. E. 1. PUDDY, Beechurst, Dereham H. DENNY, Hollywood, Thorpc, Norwich . Irs. PORTAL, Halfway, Blakene). Sir RICHARD BARRETT LENNARD, Barl. , J .P., Horsf()rd :Manor, orwich. Major P. C. SEEKINGS, 20, Castl Mcadow, orwich.

NORTHAMPTON Strength;

Ambulance, 735;

Nursing, 499;

Ambulance Cadets, 67;

Nursing Cadets, 809 .

Total Strength- 2,110.

COItHtv President: The MARCHIONESS OF EXETER. County Office: Whitworth hambers, George Row, Jorthampton. Dr. ERIC SHA\V, J P., ] , Billing Road, .I. orthampton County Commissioner Major G . F. P. GIBBONS, O.B.E., Tn·sham House, HoUl\\(II, County Surgeon Kettering. Mrs. D. GIBBONS, Tresham House, Rothw II, }(cticnng County Superintendent Miss W. H. WILLIAlIIS, S.R .N., SC.ll., ~43, AbIngton Avenue, County Nursing Officer Northampton. Mrs. B. Holmes, S.R.N., Glebe House, Paston, 1'\r. Peterbo rough County Officers Mrs. M. THORNTON, Brockhall, \Needon. (Secretary Nursing Div.). Miss G. GAINSFORD, 107, Park venue .l. Torth , T cJr thal11pton . C. W. CURTIS, 127 , Reservoir Road, I(cttcnng . F. T. SEWELL, 253, Park Road, Peterborough. E. J . HAYWARD, Rushay, Booth Lane, \Yeston Fawll, County Treasurer Northampton. Miss G. GRANT-LAWSON, Cottesbrooke Grange, Torthampton Area Cadet Officers Mrs. C. BORWICK, The Rectory, Kelmarsh, orthampton 1iss M . G. H ULL, 9, Billing Road, orthampton. County Cadet Secretary

NORTHERN IRELAND Strength; Ambulance, 271;

Nursin g, 697; Ambulance Cadets, 153 ;

ursing Cadets, 667 .

T otal Strength

District President: Her Excellency THE COUNTESS GRANVILLE, D.C.V.O . County President : Belfast: Lady DIXON, D.B.E. County President: Down: The LADY DUNLRATIl. Vice President: The LADY JOCELYN.

t ,788.

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Counly President: LADY DAVINA WOODHOUSE. Vtce President: The LADY MARGARET LOWRy-CORRY. County President: Tyrone: The MARCHIONESS OF HAMILTON. V ice Presidents: Mrs. BURGES. The EARL OF CALEDON. COlml)' President: Derry City: Mrs. COLHOUN. I-Ice Pl'eszdellt: :\Iiss J\I. OSBORNE, O.B.E., J.P. Distl'lct Office: 2 , Bedford Street, Belfast. DIstrict CommISSion 'r Brigadier T. \V. DAVIDSON, 26, Malone Park, Belfast. District Surgeon liss l\IURIEL FRAZER, M.D., M.R.C.P., F.R.C.S., 48, Wellington Park, Belfast. District Supcrintendent 1\1rs. G. N. 'vYALLACE, M.B.E., The Grange, l\Iuckamore. liss O . K. EILL, Ardmoyle, Cultra. Transport OffIcer (Staff) Assistant Commissioner VI. A. RYAN, "Glenartney," Clanbrassil Eoad, larino, County Down. Hon. Treasurer Assistant Commissioner W. WILTON, 90, Marlborough Park :N ., Belfast. District ursing Officrr Mrs . BAILEY, M.B.E., Ballyeglish Moneymore. Dlstrict Officcr aclet~ A. \YATSON, 5 , Sydenham Avenue, Belfast. Mrs. LOCKHART, eabright, Rostrevor. District Seci etary Brigadier L. E. MACGREGOR O.B.E., 2 Bedford Street, Belfast. Assistant Commlssioners -(Belfast City). vV . ALLEN, 37, lanor Crescent, Belfast. (Dcrry Cit) ) ir DUDLEY B. J\lCCORKELL, M.B.E., D.L., J.P., Ballyamett, Londonderry. (Dcrry County) WILFRED 1\I. BREN EN, F.R .C.S., District Hospital, J\1agh rafelt. (Co .. \ntnm) . Captain The Hon . TERENCE O'NEILL, Ahoghill. (Cos. Down and rmagh) J . HARRIS HEA, F.R.S.A., Glena, Dublin Road I ewry. (Co. F rmanagh) W. WILTON, 90, Marlboro Park ., Belfast. ( o. Tyrone) . Dr. A. 1\I. ELLIOTT Lay Hill Cookstown. County Officcrlil(Belfast ity) D. 1\I. RODGERSON, 747, Crumlin Road. Belfast. J. Ie ALMONT 20, Magdala Street Belfast. (Co. Armagll) H. BURROWES 6, Margretta Park Portadown. (Co. l)own) S. G . J OH STONE, M.A. 46 Newry Street Banbridge. (Co. 1) rry) G. B. JOJlNSTO ,Aerdale Lodge Road Coleraine. (Belfast ' It)') Mrs. J. ] OIlNSTONE, 616, Upper ewtownards Road, Belfast. (Derry City) Mrs. R. Cu NINGHAM, 27, Clarendon Street, Derry. (Co . Antrim) . Mrs. KIRKPATRICK, The Rectory, Glynn, Co. Antrim. (Co. Armagh) . Miss LUTTON, Feddal House, Portadown. (Co. Down) . Mrs. 1\I. r EILL, 96, Circular Road, Strandtown. (Co. Fcrmanagh) Mrs. MACKENZIE, J.P., Lakeview, Enniskillen. (Co . Londonderry) Irs. V. H. DOBBIN, Lissan, Cookstown. (Co. Tyrone) . Irs. BURGES, Parkanaur, Dungannon.

County President: Londonderry: Mrs. D . PARKER, O.B.E., M.P. County President: Armagh: LADY STRONGE, O.B.E. County President:

Antrim:

LADY CLARK.

NORTHUMBERLAND AND DURHAM Strength: Ambulance, 2,457; Nursing, 860; Ambulance Cadets, 436 ; Nursing Cadets, 1,211.

Vice Presidents: Mrs . CRAWFORD . Mrs. TRAILL. Cadet President: The H on . Mrs. O'NEILL,

Total Strength--4,964

C oumty 0 ifice : 2, Oborn e Terrace, Newcastle-on-Tyne, 2. County Commissioner

STANLEY EMBLETON, N ewcastle-on-Tyne.

O.B.E.,

45,

Woodlands,

Gosforth,

4,6

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Assistant Commissioners(Durham)

T.] OH

AMBULA CE BRIGADE .

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County Surgeons(Northumberland) (Durham) County Superintendents( orthumberland) (Durham) County Officer and Secretary Nur-sing Divisions County Officer and Public Duty Officer, Act. County Secretary County Ofncer and County Treasurer. County Officers(Durham)

County Cadet Officer Corps Supt. (Special Du ties) Corps Officer (Special Duties)

Strength:

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE Total Strength

2,458.

County Prestdent (Nursing): Her Grace WINIFRED DUCHESS OF PORTLAND, D.B.E. County Office: 20, Castle Gate, Nottingham.

County Cadet Officers

Nursmg, 116;

Ambulance Cadets, 215;

Nursing Cadets, 207.

Total Strength-909.

PLYM OUTH, SOUTH-WEST DEVON, AN D EAST CORNWALL ursin!; Cadels, 530.

County President (A mbulance) : His Grace the DUKE OF PORTLAND , K.G.

(Secretary)

Ambulance, 371;

County Pres~dellt: The LADY BICESTER. Coullly Vue Pl'es!denl (Cadets): Dr. W . F. J. WlllTLEY, 4-+, Church Burn DrivE', Iorpeth, Mrs. C. GARDINER-HILL. North umber land . County Office: Dr. K. :1\1. McDoNALD, Bankfield, Cons tt, Durham. Gloucester Grecn, Oxford. 1\1rs. 1. KIRKUP, Iiddleton Hall, Wooler. C. GARDI ER-IlILL, M.B, M.R.C.S., FlrcroIt, Hightown Road, County ol1lmi~<;i()nl'r Mrs.!. 1. RITSON, Snipcrlcy Hall, Durham Ity. Banbury. Miss E. TEASDALE, n, Vict.oria Square, Nc\\ castle-on-TYlle, 6. County SuperIntendent 'lIs::, F\NSlIAWl', ('otmorc Wells, Thamc. :\s~lstan t 'o u n ty om m isslOl1crs F ..\ . BE\'A!':, r-I.B., M.R.r.s., L.R.C.P., The Homestead, Bladon. THOMAS R . MIDGLEY, B.SC., 5 , Kenilwort.h Road, Cwcas t[e\\' . PRICE, Wlut.e H.d., Cowley, Oxford. on-Tyne. T. F. BRIGGS, I.R.C.S., L.R.C.P., 39, Th e Green, Banhury. Count\' Surgeons JOHN W. STOBBS, 6, Studley Gardens, Low Fell, Gat.eshcatl , U. -(.\dvi'lor;.) H. H.. 'y\'YNNE, l\I.B., M.CH., Horse Fair, Banaury. C. C. \\'I LLlAMS, O.B.E., M.A., M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P., D.P.H., , Belbroughton I~oad, Oxford. PHILIP S. BLUNDEN, Cross House, Pelton, Chester Ie tr 'ct, H. C. lENNINGS, M.B., R.S., D.PH., H.A. , B.SC'., 431, Banbury Co . Durham . Road Oxford. H. S. RACE, M.A., e \\"lands, tockton Road, \Vest I rartle- COUllly OffilL[" H. IIowAHD, BI<lnkstone, Evnsham. pool, Co. Durham. '\' . E L;.MBo(JRNE, M.B.E., 419, Banbury Road, Oxford. - ( o unt)' 'J reaSlIlC'r). WILLIAM MATHER, ,St. Cu thbert's T rrace, Ferr yhlll, J. Fl ' ell, 6, Lonsdal Road, Oxford. Co. Durham. J. \" oonLEY, GO, Henley Street, Oxford. Miss NORA G. DILLON, Gray HOll se, GI ay Road, Sunclcrh nd C. L\\\HENCF, Churchill Hospital, Headingley, Oxford. WILLIAM IXON, 24, Eversley Place, J leaton, ewe, tlr1\lrs. G. BARRET1, 13, South Bar, Banbury. on-Tyne, 6. 1\11 s. BEASLEY, TudOl Cottage, Tiddingt.on, Milton Common. JOHN R . LOGAN, 6, J enison .\v nue, Pcndowcr, e\\"castl e-on~Il~S J. TOMT<J 'so " Headington Hill Hall, Headington Tyne, (i . Irs. JOH . THOMSON, V\'oodperry, Oxford. VhLLIAM STOKOE, Boundary Cottage, Philadelphia, Dur' am County Tur~ing Offltcr l\Iiss E . FR'.', S.R.N., Lane House ~;r0rtt, orman Rd., Oxford. COUllt~ Cadet OffIcers Capteun E. \\' . GEIDT, ,Bradmore Road, Oxford. l\Iiss E. PAGE, 6'::;, Oxford Road, Banbury.

Strength: Ambulance, 1,181; Nursing, 370; Ambulance Cadets, 377 ;

County Surgeon County Superintendent District Officer County Officers

OX FORDSHIR E Sir MYERS WAYMAN, O.B .E ., F.S.S., J .P. , Mayfair BllildIngs, Sunderland. DONALD HINDSON, Woodhorn Grange, Ashington, ' orthumberland.

( orthumberland)

A /County Commissioner

T . JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE.

E . HARDY, Heather Bank, 323, Nottingham Road, Mansfield . P. M. GETTLESON, M.D., Lane's End, High Oakham, Mansfield. LADY ANNE CAVENDISH BENTINCK. L. WAHD-WALTERS, Lymbrook, Beech Avenue, Worksop . H. L. BOSWORTH, O.B.E ., Bank Chambers, Sutton-in-Ashfield. Dr. J. COHEN, " One Ash," Stoke Lane, Gedling. G. G. LODGE, 125, Haydn Road, Sherwood. Mrs. E. PALING, Lucknow, Muriel Road, Beeston. MissR. S. GREAVES, 43, Watson Road, Worksop. Mrs. E . LEIVERS, 15, Stainforth Street, Mansfield Woodhouse. Mrs. A. K. ADAM, 2, Bramcote A venue, Chilwell. Mrs. M. A. LEE, " Dunster," Louis Avenue, Beeston. J . A. SWANWICK, 40, Kingswood Road, West Bridgeford . Mrs. H. VI GRASS, 19, Waldemar Grove, Beeston.

Streng th

\mhuial1('p, 285;

ursing, 147 ; Ambulance Cadels, 107 ; Nursing Cadets, 357 . Total Strength-896.

COUI/tv PrcS1dclIt ( 1. IJIbulallce DiV1sions): -The Rt. Hon . LORD ROBOROUGH. Cowztv Prfs!'dent (.Yursing Dwisions) : The VISCOUNTESS ASTOR C.H. County Office: Th Prysten House, Finewell Street., Plymouth. County CommisslOner lr. C. S. C. PRANCE M.B., B.S., D.L.O., St. Valery, 3 , Vapron Road, Mannamead, Plymouth. County Surgeon C. R. CROFT, B.A., D.M., B.CH. , "Lexden," Hartley Avenue, Plymouth. County Superint.endent 1\1rs. R. BALSDON, O.B .E., 3, Beech Terrace, Saltash, East Cornwall. Assl<)tant County Commissioner. Colonel G. THOMSON, D.S.O., M.C., Catch french, Trerule Foot, St. Germans, Saltash, East Cornwall. County Nursing Officer Vacant. County Officers . Mrs. l\IODLEY, ,Bainbridge Avenue, Hartley, Plymo uth . (Treasurer) R. E. BOWDEN, 2, Victoria Villas, St. Stephens Road, Saltash, East Cornwall. (Cadets) G. S. THOMPSON, "Lane End," Wembury Point, S. Devon. Mrs . E. M . WOOD, 1, Gibbon St., Plymouth. Corps Superintendent R. G . PARR, 17, Stonehall, Stonehouse, Plymouth. (Special Duties) . . Mrs. D. H. PEARCE, Min-y-Don, Torr Lane, Hartley, Plymouth. Ambulance Officer (Special Duties) J. H. SARGENT, 20, Foulston Avenue, St. Budeaux, Plymouth. County Sergeant Major R. W. SKINNER, 6, Vapron Road, Mannamead, Plymouth.

tHE

ST.

JOHN AMBULA CE BRIGADE.

THE

SHROPSHIRE Strength: Ambulance, 197; Nursing, 196 ; Ambulance Cadets, 30 ;

A/County Commissioner A/ Assistan t Commissioner County Surgeons County Superintendent County Officers (Secretary)

(Cadets)

County Transport Officer ursing Cadets, 190; Total Strength-613 .

County President : Lieut.-Col. LORD FORESTER. Lady County Prestdent: The LADY FORESTER . County Office: 3, Claremont Buildings, Shrewsbury. F. H . EDWARDS, F.R.C.S., M.B ., B.CH., M.R .C. S., L.R.C.P., St. John 's Hill, Shrewsbury . T . H. EVANS, M.C., F.S.I., chool Gardens, ,hrewsbury. \V. KING HAY, M.B ., B.CH., Brooklyn House, Market Dra yton. D. J . JOHNSON , 1Il .R.C.S., L.R .C. P., Tymaen, Lower Brook Street, Oswestry. 1\1 iss H . A. CORSER, M.B.E ., J.P ., LaUrIston, Kmgsland, Shrewsbury. E . IRWIN, Hilbrae, Ellerdine, \Velhngton . J . HEIGHWAY, 3, Clar mont Bullclings, Shrewsbury. Miss D. LLOYD 'WHITE, The Abbey \ ' lcarage, Shrewsbury 1\1rs. D. 1. WILLIAMS, " Delbury," Lyth Hill Road, Bayston Hill, Shrewsbury. Mrs . DOWNER, Beech Hill, Kennedy Road, Ktngsland, Shrewsbury .

County Cadet Officers County Secretary and Treasurer Assistant County SecretalY

ST.

JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE.

T. E. LINDFIELD, M.A., The Beeches, Elmsleigh Road, Westonsuper-Mare. O . H. THOMAS, 10, Graham Road., Weston-super-Mare. :\Iiss SOUL, Wayside, Wellington New Road, Taunton . T. E. BAGLEY, F.C.R .A., F.C .I.S ., 10, Graham Road , Westonsuper-Mare. T . E. LINDFIELD, M.A.

STAFFORDS HIRE Strength: Ambulance, 1,120;

ursing, 447 ; Ambulance Cadets, 361 ; Nursing Cadets, 590.

Total Strength- 2,518 .

County President: Colonel Sir FRANC IS JOSEPH, Bt., K.B.E., D.L. Co unty President (1 ursing Dil'isions) : The COUNTESS OF DARTMOUTH . COlfntv Office : 2, Market Square, Stafford. Commissioner Superintendent Secretary Treasurer

F. L. RICHARD, M.B., CH.B., 19, Lichfield Street, Walsall. t.lrs. :\1. V . PE NY, Claremont, Purthill, Stoke-on-Trent. V. CHANCELLOR, 34-, Ombersley Road, Birmingham, 12. E . P. PEEL, A.C.A., c/o Messrs. J ohn Sankey & Sons, Ltd ., Albert Street, Bilston.

Assistant Commissioner County Surgeon

F . G . PORTER, 23, Osborne Road, Hartshill, Stoke-on-Trent. A. P . SPARK, M.B., CH.B., Braemar, Princes Road, Hartshill, Stoke-on-Trent. J . :\IOULTON, Rydal l\Iount, l\Ieir Road, Longton, Stoke-onTrent. 1\1rs 1\1. 'WOOLF, The Old Villa, Alsagar, Stoke-on-Trent. V . . YEITCH, l\1.B., CH.B., 16, neyd Avenue, Westlands, ~ \\ cas Ue, ' tafIs .

County County County County

Northern Area SOMERSET Strength : Ambulance, 551;

Nursing, 362; Ambulance Cadets, 354;

'ursmg Cadets, 586 .

Total Strenglb - l,853.

County Presldent :

County Commissiont. County Surgeons

County Superintendent Assistant Commissionel's County Nursing Officer County Officers

Lady County President : Mrs. A. A. W . LUTTRELL. County Office : 10, Graham Road, Weston-super-Marc . Dr. HUGH POWELL, M.B .E. , 17, Ellenborough Park orth, Weston-su per-Mare. Dr. W. BAIN, Brook House, Minehead. Dr. P. lARTIN,] 1, Victoria Quadrant, Weston-super-l\lare Dr. J. F . I AVIDSON, O.B.E., Hillcroft, Kingston- t. -t.lary, Taunton. Dr. G. A. DANBY, M.B.E., Sandhill Park House, Ash Priors, Taunton. Dr. D. L. BEATH, O.B .E., 76, Pultney Street, Bath. A. WEVELL, J.P., 100, \Vebdon Road, Bridgwater. Mrs . G. E. SELWYN, 32, New Bridge Road, Lower W esto n, Bath. S. J. BAILEY, 59, Shaftesbury Road, Weston-super-Mare. F. HOLGATE-SMITH, M.B.E., 4, Clarence Street, Yeovil. G. L. SIDEY, Westcombe, Blagdon Hill, Taunton. F. R. STENT, 45, Sidney Buildings, Bath. W. J. TOTTLE, 1, Whitting Road, Weston-super-Mare. B . MARSH , Mullions, Boulevard, W eston-super-Mare. M. C. PALMER, Homstead, Stafford Road, Weston-superMare. Mrs. BINGHAM HALL, Glebe House, Weston-super-Mare. Mrs. VIVIAN NEALE, Poundisford Park, Taunton. Miss ST. Lo WILKINSON, 6, George Street, Bathwick Hill, Bath. Miss A. Fox, The Cleve, Wellington.

County Officer Area Cadet Officer Corps Surgeon (/\Uached)

Southern Area Assistant CommiSSIOner County Surgeon County Officers Area Cadet Officers

A. BYR E-QU INN, M.B., B.S., M.R.C.S., L.R.C. P., J .P., Darmod)' Hous, tafford Street, Wolverhampton. A. B. DAVIES, B.SC., M.B., CH.B., I.R. C.S., L.R.C.P .. 1, Bescot Road, \ \'alsall. F. G . J ACKSO , 62, Park Road East. Wolverhampton. 1\1rs. 1. DELANEY, 2, I ine Elms Lane, Wolverhampton. ALLAN WALKER, M.B., CH.B ., 236, Stafford Road, Wolverhampton . Miss L. WILLETTS, 2, Parkdale Avenue, Wednesbury.

SUFFOLK Strength: Ambulance, 255 ; Nursing, 185; Ambulance Cadets, 204; Nursing Cade ts, 432.

t County Commissioner County Surgeon . . County Superintendent . Asst. County Superintendent County Nursing Officer County Officers .

Total Strength-l ,076.

County President: The LADY BLANCHE COBBOLD. The EARL OF CRANBROOK, Great Glemham, Saxmundham. Dr. P . W EINER, 105, Hatfield R oad, Ipswich . Miss A. M. PARKER, M.B .E., Dickon, Walberswick. Lady ED DIS, M.B. E., J .P., Thellusson Lodge, Aldeburgh. Miss M. H . MILLER, Crosslea House, H enley R oad, Ipswich . W. C. WATTS, The Lodge, London Road, Beccles. Miss E. K. BALDWIN, 36, Ann Street, Ipswich. j\1iss B . HOSSACK, R.R.C., 55, Tuddenham Road, Ipswich.

THE

ST.

JOHN AMBUL\

THE

CE BRIGADE.

County Secretary County Treasurer Area Cadet Officer

Area Cade t Officers

SURREY Strength: Ambulance, 581;

Nursing, 306; Ambulance Cadets, 424;

Nursing

Cadet~,

627 .

Total Strength

1938

.... rea Cadet Ollic rs

County P,'esident ( ursing Divisions) : The COUNTESS OF LI DSAY. County Commissioner Assistant County Commissioners County Surgeon (Western Area) County Superintendent District Staff Officer District Officer County Officers

County Treasurer County Cadet Officers Asst. County Secretary

W. GEO. PAPE , O.B .E., Hay Tor, Higher Dnve, Banstead J. P. FLAVIN, 7, Hampton Roacl, 'vVarcester Parle Capt. P . II. ELLIS, Royston, Falrmlle Lan, obham . Capt. G. O. 1\1. DrcKENso, cwshott, Bee h Road, H a~le. mere. 1\lrs. HEALD, Chilworth :\Ianor, GuJldfonl. C. E. CHAPLIN, 13, \\'odeland _\venue, C~uildford . E. J. PREW, O.B .E., :30, Lower l\ddiscombe Hoad, Croydon D. T . SINNETT, 6, helvers Hill, Tadworth. R. J. GRISTOCK, East View, Pinewood Grove, ew Haw. Mrs. BRIGGS, Killinghurst Hous , IJaslcmere. Mrs. HENRY, Islington, Tormandy, r. Guildford. Lady REDFERN, 119, Barkston Gard ns, .W 5. Mrs. STRICKLA D, The ]\Janor House, Goldhdl, Lower Bour ne. J . P. FLAVIN, 7, Hampton Road, \V orccst~r Park. G. F. \V. STILL, 15, Bulganak Road, Thornton Heath . [iss BARLOW, Killinghurst lIousC' . 1Tasleml're Corps Supt. Miss E .M. TUCKER, 10, Ceralc1in' Road. \\',1 ntIs· worth, S.W.

(ounh'Trcasur('r Count\ Solicitor (ount~·. ccretar)"

WARWICKSHIRE Strength; Ambulan('e, 724;

Nursing, 336;

Strength : Ambulance, 713;

Nursing, 398;

Ambulan('e Cadets, 476 ;

ursing Cadets, 926

Lady County P,'esident : The COUNTESS OF BESSBOROUGII, County Office: 19, North Street, Horsham. County Commissioner County Surgeons

County Superintendent County Nursing Officer Assistant Commissioners

District Officers

Total Strength -2.5 13.

Ambulance Cadets, 565 ;

ursing Cadets, 841.

Total Strength-2,461.

Lady County Pyesident: 1 he Hon. Mrs. L. C. S. FITZROY, ewdegate. County Office: 153, Leam T rrace, Leamington Spa. Count\' Commissioner (011111\

urgeons

County Supenntendent SUSSEX

A. G. KING, Fair-lawn, Parkside Avenue, Littlehampton. W. E. Jupp, 15, Barttelot Road, Horsham. G. H. WREN, Byway, Braybrooke Road, Hastings. Irs. A. P. SCOTT, Priory Gate, Boxgrove, Chichester. Mrs. HUDSON-HoBDEN, 18, Kepplestone, Eastbourne. Corps Officer W. L. HANCORN, 43, The Gardens, Southwick. C. W . L. PILE, 17, Whyke Lane, Chichester. 1\Jiss E. 1. TRILL, 65, Barnett Road, Brighton, 6. E. W. SMITHERS, Oldfield House, Oldfield Crescent, Southwick. F. W. T . DALLEN, 28, Park Drive, Hastings. H. G. Newman, 16, Cross Road, Southwick. O. E. LAKE, 50, Whyke Lane, Chichester. Mrs. E. A. BRODIE, Cranleigh, Old Mill Close, Brighton, (County Cadet Officer). 1\1rs. K. KIRKLEY, 1 , Hova Villas, Hove. H . L. GREGORY, Westminster Bank, Ltd., Horsham . J. IRELA D EAGER, , orth Street, Horsham. · Sr~IPso , 10, orth Street, Horsham .

County Officers W. C. MAYHEW, 2, Severn Road, Ipswich . Miss 1\1. R. BOTWOOD, Briardale, Cauldwell Avenne, Ipswich. H. J . WATTS, 33, Sproughton Road , Ipswich. L. E. fELTON, 8, Princes Str et, Ipswich . Irs . G. 1\1. 1.. PAUL, Parham Hall, Woodhridge. Special Duty Officer County Cadet Officers

County Cadet Officers

T . JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE.

As~ist;)nt

Commio.;sioners

Counly Officers J P.

(and Secretary) County Cadet Officers .

Major E . S. PHILLIPS, D.S.O., M.A., Leamhurst, Leamington Spa. II G. \ EESTER, l\1.R.C.S., The Yews, Longford, Coventry. '. L. \\'ORTIllNGTON, M.B., M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P., 37, Jury Street, \Varwick. · ] . L. ROT-LASON, M.D., 74, Stoneleigh Avenue, Coventry. }\fiss r. M. ORTON, B.E.M. , The Beeches, Staverton. n·r. Daventrv. '1/V . A. JENNIKr.S, School House, Clifton, Rugby. x. J . FOWLER, Fire Station, Daimler Co., Ltd ., Coventr\'. J. H . HARRIS, 35, Nirhols StrC'et, Stoke, CoventrY. . J. BONHAM, 11, High StrC'et, uneaton. F. 'II\,. JENNINGS, 78, Beanfield Ave ., Coventry. H . K PERRY, 123, Blackwell Road, Coventry. · E. EWALL, 15, Lavender Road, Coventry. Mrs. SHULMAN, 6], Kenilworth Road, Coventry. A . E. HEWITT, 21, Ro-Oak Roa.(I" Coventrv. E. E. PORTER, 6], Haves Lane, Exhall, Coventry. A. F. HIPWELL, 70, St. George's Road, Coventry. Miss B. E. T. BUCKMASTER, Moreton Morrell . Mrs. B. M. SANDARS, 32, T.ammas Road, Coventry.

Area C'aclet Officers DAVID BRYCE, ] .P., Sandycroft, Chesworth Close, Horsham. DAPHNE DEAR, M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P., 23, Southfield H oad, Eastbourne. Captain R. SYDNEY HARPER, M.R .C.S ., L.R.C.P. (Lond.), F.R.M.S., 18, Wilbury Road, Hove, 3. B. A. RIVERS-PITT, L.M.S.S.A., M.R.C.S., Bath House, Broad· water, Worthing. WILTSHIRE Miss D. 1. HUBBARD, Green Acre, Rotherfield, Sussex. Strength; Ambulance, 225; Nursing, 140 ; Ambulance Cadets, 252; Nursing Cadets, 521. Total Strength-l,138. Mrs. M. L. ROYLE, White Cottage, Steyne Road, Seaford. County Pyesident: CLAUDE HEYWOOD, St. Margarets, Peeling Lane, Westham. WILLOUGHBY BULLOCK, LL.D., F.V.I., Tangles, Old Bosham, Major-General Sir H. DE C. MARTELLI, K.B .E., C.B., D.S.O. N r. Chichester. W . J. B. TROTTER, Baringcroft, Cawley Road, Chichester. Lady County President: F. A. TROTT, 16, Hurst Road, Horsham. The LADY J ANET BAILEY. A. D. J ARVIS, Hamelsham Court, Hailsham. W. J . NOBLE, 34, Lancaster Road, Brighton, 5. County Office : A. J . BURNAGE, Wearde, Bedfordwell Road, Eastbourne. 72, Fisherton Street, Salisbury. COUNTESS BRASSEY, Park Gate, Battle.

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ST.

J OHN AMBULA CE BRIGADE. THE

County Commissioner County Surgeon County Superintendent Assistant Commissioner County Officers

County Cadet Officers

A. R. TOWERZEY, 1, Westlecot Road, Swindon. H. TAYLOR-YOUNG, F.R.C.S., The R ed House, Park Lane, Salisbury. Irs. BATTYE, 4, Mill Brook, Salisbury. Colonel L. V. THURSTON, D.S.O., arrier Crossing, Stratford Sub Castle, .l r. alisbury. A. J. J EN KINS, Silverdale, Croft Road, orth Wroughton, r. !:3windon. E. G. ORRIS, 40, Bourne A venue, ahsbury. Irs . DARLING, 40, Market Place, Clrenccster, Glos. 1\lrs. T AYLOR- YOUNG, The Red Hou e, Park Lane, alisbury. l\liss S. G. STURMER, Iill Yal Hou se, Bratton,near \Vestbury. O. E. HYD E, 11 , Burford Avenue, windon. Mrs. G. 10ss, Watchfield, Rowdcn Hill, Chippenham.

Ambulance, 507; Nursing, 253; Ambulance Cadets, 250;

ursing Cadets, 410 .

Total Strength

Ambulance, 389 ;

ursillg, 203;

Mr. T. . L ENCH. South Bank, Blackhcath. Dr. J . T. DALY,:3 0, Ridgacre R oad, Quinton, Birmingham , 32. R. R. HIN ES, 3, vVolverhampton Street, Dudlt:y. 1\1rs. L AMB, Grange Hill, Halesowen.

Assistant Commissioner

Area Cad( t Officer

County Commissioner Assistant Commissioner County Surgeon County Superintendent County Officers

County Officers (Ca.det s) County Cadet Secretar y

Total Strength-l,413 .

WEST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE Strength: Amhulanc<', 3,591 ,

urslng, 2,3 13 , All1bnlanct) Cadcts, 1,620 ; NurSing Cadets, 2,313.

Total Strength-10,022.

COlmly j Jres1 dell t : The LADY BINGLEY. ('flulltv Comlllissiul1t.!r lJlstn~ t Supcrint.<.:nd<.:nL" Assistant l OOlmlSSlOncrs 'ou lh-East Area

•orthern Area Sou th -\" cstcrn Area

H . L. TIlOR TOl':, pring\'aIe, lI.Icltham Road, Huddersfield. .:'Ilrs. BIRKBECK, O.B.E., Anley, Settle. H ELSE, The Ford, Ridgeway, r. Sheffield. B . H-\RT, 0.13 E., L. l.S.S.A., M.S.R., Homldene, Armthorpe, near Doncaster.

E. II. BE\'E RLEY, l\1.R.C.S., L.R.C.P., The Haven, vVorsboro' Dal', Barnslcy. E . H . LOlJGE, 1.13., 13.01., astl e Garth House, vVetherby. II. llAlWISON, llazledenc, \\ yvcrn .\ \' 'nue, Marsh, Hllddcr~ iielll .

Total Strength-1,653.

County President : Lord HOTHAM. County Office: Priory House, 29, Cottingham Road, Hull. N . JENNINGS, M.B., CH.B ., J .P., 29, ottingham Road, Hull. G. EDWARDS, 29, Cottingham Road, Hull. N. A. RYMER, M.B., CH.B., I, Bricknell Avenue, Hull. Mrs. I. M. EDWARDS, 14, Cranbrook Avenue, Hull. A. R. LIDGLEY, 179, Park Avenue, Hull. T. MACKAY, 143, Fairfax Avenue, Hull. C. J ACKSON, 230, Hawthorn Avenue, Hull. Miss D. M. COLLIVER, 11 1 Etherington Road, H ull. Miss STONEHOUSE, 55, Welwyn Park Road, Hull. F. R. CHARLTON, 158, Summergangs Road, Hull. Miss L. LEPPINGTON, Aytona, Bell Vue Crescent , Filey. Miss D . CARR, The Paddock, Thwaite Street, Cottingha.m.

NurSing Cadets, 158 .

5, Stoneleigh Avenue, Middlesbrough . F . \\ . H EBBLEWAITE, 11, The Avenue, Linthorpe, Middlesbrough. l\lrs. 1'. C. Burno , 2, Upper \Vestbrook, Darlington. . F. PEDnIE, Norton-Hardwick, Stockton-on-Tees. J. 1\J. PRJl':GLE, \Vest La yto n, Richmond. P. P. Sl\IITII, 11 , \\' cst Park Avenue, Tewby, Scarborough. G. C. GHLE ,flat +, 10, Oriel Cr scent , Scarborough. Irs. 1'. E. KIRK, 31, St. Barnabas Road, Middlesbrough.

County Su perin lcndell t County Offlccrs

Dr. C. PETVIN PORTER, 27, Church Street, Kidderminster.

Ambulance, 600; Nursing, 373; Ambulance Cadets, 109; Nursing Cadets, 571.

Ambul,Ince Cadels, 63;

J. I)FAHSON, .\Iandale,

A Count) (0lT11T11Ssiolwr Coun ty Surgcon

EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE Strength:

County Office:

( ounty Surgeons

Southern Area

E BRIG.:\D.E .

ll, CornflCld Road, Linthorpe, 1\Iiddlesbrough.

i\lidland Area Sou thern Area

Northern Area Assistant Commissioner County Surgeon Area Cadet Officers

County PreSident (Nursing Divisions): LADY SERENA JAMES.

I ,420.

Countv President: The Cou TESS BEAUCHA~IP, M.B .E. County Office: lount Pleasant, Cowleigh H.oad, 1 orth ;,Ial crn. County Commissioner I r. F. L. I EWTO. , Loddiswell, Avenuc Road , ;'lalvern. County Superintendent Irs . C. PORTER, LB., CH.B., '27, hurch Street, KHl ierminst r. County A.R.P. Officer and Com- E. S. BOND, Parkfield Lodge, _\lbert Road, ;'Ialvern. forts Depots County Secretary l\liss H . M. 'WALTON , lount Pleasant, Cowleigh Road, I orth l\lalvern. County Cadet Officer Irs. HUGH ROBI:-'<SON, haclsmore, Orchard Road, Malvern County Staff Officer ;,Iiss . ASHTON, 52, Camp 11111 Road, \\'o rccster. County Transport Officer W . R. SCURFIELD, :"lanor Hou e, Kempsey.

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NORTH RIDI NG OF YORKSHIR E Strength:

WORCESTERSHIRE Strength:

ST. JGIrl\'

Counly l\'ursing Officer County Officers

J. PIU

' 1 leI" M.B., CII.B., l\Ialsis l\lount, Malsis Road, Keighley. Colond l~. 11. L. lIAlIlJl1ERTON, C.M.G., D.S.O., L.R.C.P.&s., The Iount, Dc\\'sbury. C. C. HARGREAVES, M.B., CH.B., D.P.II., The Grange, _\llerton Bywater, r. Castleford. J . 1\1. HAIN, M.B., ClI.B., 22 Balby Road, Doncaster. F. \V. SULLIVAN, M.B., M.D. , B.CH., B.A.O., Knocknarea, South Kirby. J . 1\1. RUSSELL, M.B ., C.CH., D.P.H., B.HY., vVemyss, Stockarth Lane, Oughtibridge. l\Iiss E. BARRACLOUGH, S.R.N., S.C.M., Re-Habilitation Unit, Whiteley Wood, Shefiield II. A. RO BERTSHAW, 14, Garlick Street, Rastrick, Brighouse. C. H. FORSTER, 33, High Street, Sheffield, 1. R. H. BAKER, 47, Harold Street, Burley, Leeds, 6. S. FIRTH, 4 , Hutton Terrace, Eccleshill, Bradford. E. SOAR, Oak Lodge, Sprotborough, Nr. Doncaster. H. D. P. LE BRUN, " Elmhurst," Scawthorpe, r. Doncaster. . HULLEY, The Terrace, Conisborough, Nr. Doncaster. J . P. O. VALLOW, 33, Park Road, Bingley. Miss G. ASHBERRY, 11 2, Westbourne Road, Sheffield. Mrs. O. ::vI. GELDARD, The Grange, Ilkley. Miss A. E. UNTHANK, The Vicarage, Collingham, r. Leeds. Irs. G. \"l . LODGE, Castle Garth House, Wetherby. 1\1rs. M. LE BRUN, " Elmhurst," Scawthorpe, r. Doncaster.

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County Cadet Officer County Cadet Officers for Areas·

T. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE.

JOHN AMBULA CE BRIGAD£.

WALES

Mrs . CUMMING BELL, Binham Lodge, Eelgel lon, Hudd ersficld Headquarters: PRIORY HOUSE, 4, CATHEDRAL ROAD, CARDIFF. W . BANHAM, Bell Lane, Ackworth . A. IITCHELL, Kelynack, Moorlands Crescent, Wheatll'\' The Hon. JOHN H. BRUCE, J .P., D.L. Halifax. . ' 'C()mlnl~;Sl()!1~~ r for Wales Dr. ROBERT EASTWOOD, Thornhill, J) wsbury . ~ ss istant Commissioner for Wales Captain Sir L. TWISTON-DAVIES, K.B.E., J.P., D.L., F.S.A. W. HARGREAVES, 19, Great .l orth Road, vVoodlands, EDGAR LLEWELLYN, M.B., CH .B. Doncaster. urgeon-in-Chief for Wales Lady AYKROYD, Linton SpI ing, Wethe rby. ' Superintendent-in-Chief for Wales H .R.H . THE DUCHESS OF KENT, G.C.V.O ., C.!', G.B.E. Mrs. H . BEVERLEY, The Haven , Worsboro' Dal<.> , Nr Barnsley. t Surgeon-in-Chief for Wales GWILYN PARI Ruws, M.B., CH.B . Mrs. l\1. BALDEN, Bywcll H o use , J)cwsbur\,. THE COUNTESS OF PLYMOUTH. Mrs. W. J. DICKINSON, 1:3, l\larnnc rs Drive, Emm Lane, Bradford. MARGHERITA LADY HOWARD DE WALDEN AND Mrs. G. M. HARGREAVES, 19 ,Great orth Hoa(l, WOOt\ l,Uld, y Superintendent for Wales . Doncaster. SEAFORD, C.B.E. sst. Lady Sup rintcnd nt for Wales ad cts, Wales adets, Wales l't Training OAicer

COUNTY

THE HON . MRS . J. H . BR CE o Sir 1\IICHAEL DUFF, Bt. Lady L. TWISTON-DAVIES, J . P. ¥.r . 11ABON ABRAHAM . 1i ss ZoK D . Druitt.

PRESIDENTS AND LADY PRESIDENTS

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Sir RichardWilliams-Bulkeley, Graham Powell Williams, L.R .C.P." Bart. M.R.C.S. The Dowager Lady Stanley of Alderley . Iajor-Gcn . G. T . Raikes, C.B ., Commander A . T . L. Wilson, J .P., D.S.O. D.L., R.N. The Hon . Mrs. Alast.air ooper. The Lord Penrhyn Lady Megan Lloyd George, M.P. The Earl of Lisburne.

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Sir Michael Duff, Bt. Brig.-General L. P . Evans, V.C., CB., C.M.G ., D.S.O.

Sir Evan Williams, Bt., J .P., David Cecil Williams. D.L. Lady Kylsant, C.B.E. Colonel Sir R. W. Williams- Capt. R. G . Evans, M.B.E., J.P. Wynn, BT., K.C.B., D.S.O. Lady Howard de Walden and Seaford, C.B .E. E. C. Marshall-Hughes. Ditto. John Wells, M.R .C.S., L.R .C.P. The Lord Mostyn. The Dowager Lady Kenyon. David M. Evans-Bevan, J.P. Col. Sir Gerald T. Bruce, K.C.B., C.M.G., D.S.O., T.D. The Countess of Plymouth. Brig. R. Pritchard, D.S.O. The Lord Harlech, K.G., G.C.M.G., P.C. Mrs. M. C. lnge. The Lord Raglan. Gwyn Rocyn Jones, M,A ., F.R.C.S, M.D , The Lady Raglan.

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COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

PRESIDENTS AND LADY PRESIDENTS

The Earl of Pow is. 1\1rs. Schreiber. Col. L. H. Higgon, M.C. The Lady 1Ierthyr. The Lord A berdare. The Hon. 1\1rs. J. H. Bruce. The Lord Mavor of Cardiff. The l\Iarchioness of But\.;. The Lord Kemsley. Mrs. W. J. Canton. The Mayor of Newport. Lieut.-Colonel Sir Rhvs Rhys-Williams, Bt., D.S.-O.

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THE PRINCESS MARGARET

COMMANDANT-IN-CHIEF OF CADET DIVISIONS.

Dame of Justice of the Ord r of St. John. Appointed M arch, 1948 .

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List of Superior Officers of the Brigade Overseas app ointed by H is R oyal Highness The Gra nd Prior of the Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. J ohn of J erusalem . (SHOWING DATE OF ApPOINTMENT AND GRADE IN THE ORD E R)

COLONEL JOHN R. DONALDSON, ED . , M.B.

Knight.

Western Australia District.

Appointed December, 1939.

lbeabqnarters.

:JBarba~os.

(!bief (!oll1tnissioner of tbe :fJ3rigat>e ®\?crseas.

(!ommissioner. EDWARD B. WILLIAMS.

COLONEL SIR JAME S LEWIS SLEEMAN, C.B., C.M .G., C.B .E., M.V.O.

Knight.

Officer.

Appointed June, 1930.

1SernutbR.

1Lat>}2 Superintent>ent::in::(!bicf of 1Rursing (!orps ant> lDt\?isiolls of tbe :fJ3rigat>e G)\1Crseas. THE HON. MRS. COPLAND-GRIFFITHS.

Dame.

Appointed May, 1939.

::assistant (!ommissioner. LI EU T. - C OLONEL RI CHARD

Serving Brother.

EARL, O.B. E.

Appointed Novem ber, 1943.

1Brttisb a;utana.

Staff ®fftcer ant> Secretar}2.

(tollnllissioner.

GEORGE F. QUILTER.

Officer.

Appointed June, 1945.

FRANK W. HOLDE R .

Appointed November , 1945.

Officer.

Appointed i\Tay, 1945 .

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Associate Officer.

MAJOR-GE NE RAL SAMUEL R. B URSTON, C.B., C.B .E . , D .S .O., V.D. , M.B., F .R.C .P . , F .R.A. C.P., K .H.P.

Knight.

\tbe

Appointed J anuary, 19.f7 .

(!ol11l11issioners. Knight.

Victoria District,

COLO NEL GEORGE G.

Officer.

Appointed April, 1945 .

LIEUT.-COLO NEL E RNEST

Commander.

Sout h Australia D istrict.

Appointed April, 1946.

Tasmania District.

Knight.

H. RUSSE LL, M.B.

Appoin ted J a nuary, 1947.

Appointed December, 1942.

Superintent>ent::::in::::(!bief.

Appointed May, 1947 .

MISS MARGARET J.

Com mander.

New South Wales District.

Appointed April, 1946.

Vict oria District.

Appointed April, 1949.

MACLAREN.

GILGERT B. PEAT, M.D.

Commander.

BRIGADIER W. W. A. JOH NSTON, C.B.E., D.S.O., M.C., E.D., M.D.,

Knight.

Appointed March, 1945.

(!ommissioners.

:assistant (!oll1l11issioners. CLEMENT A. VERCO, M.B., CH.M.

Commander.

B ENN ETT.

LIEUT.-COLONEL THEODORE H. LEGGETT, M.D .

THOMAS H. GODDARD, C.B .E., B.A., M.B.

Knight.

Appointed J une, 1943.

Surgeon::::ln::::(!bief.

S TEN I G, M.B., B. S., F .R. C.S.

New South Wales District.

(tOl11miSSloner.

VVILLIAM

Knight.

COLONEL JOHN A. H. SHERWIN, M.D.

in (!anaba.

~rior)2

~rior }2

Appointed J uly, 1939 .

New Brunswick District.

Appointed January, 1940.

DAVID K EMP E DWARDS .

Knight.

Federa l D istrict.

Appointed September, 1943.

3-nbia.

KENNETH C. MCGIBBON, M.B.

Officer.

l\lanitoba Distric t.

Appointed February, 1944.

Officer.

Nova Scotia District.

<!bfef <!ommissioner.

DAVID R. TURNBULL.

RAJKUMARI AMRIT KAUR.

Appointed january, 1946.

Dame.

HERBERT DARLI~G, M.B.E.

Officer.

Alberta District.

Appointed April, 1946.

FREDERICK C. MIDDLETON, M.B.E., M.D., D.P.H.

Officer.

Saskatchewan District.

Appointed june, 1947.

HUGH ROY MUSTARD, M.D., C.M., L.M.C.C.

Officer.

British Columbia District.

Officer.

Quebec District.

JIVRAJ N. MEHTA, M.D., M.R.C.P.

Associate Knight.

Appointed September, 194< .

DONALD F. ANGUS.

Officer.

Appointed May, 1949.

Appointed August, 1948.

SUtgeon:::::in:::::<!bief. Appointed December, 1947.

:JLab}2 Sllpcrfntenbent:::::in:::::(!bfef. MISS TEHMINA KAIKHUSHRU ADRANVALA.

Associate Officer. Appointed November, 1948.

:assistant (!o11llllissioner.

(!ommissionets.

REGINALD G. SMITH.

LIEUT.-COLONEL DIWAN P. NATH, LM.S.

Alberta District.

.i\ppointed july, 1949 .

Associate Officer.

0.9 District.

Appointed May, 1947.

COLO EL S. L. BHATIA, C.LE., LM.S.

Associate Officer.

TO.

4 District.

Appointed July, 1947.

*A. C. CHATTERJEE.

No.2 District.

cte)?lon.

o. 3 District.

(!ommissioner.

G. BHANDARI, C.LE.

Appointed February, 1948.

Bssistant (!ommissionets.

*\V. G. WICKRAMASINGHE.

Appointed july, 1949.

Appointed February, 1948.

*COLONEL

SIR JEHANGIR

Associate Commander.

GHANDY, C.LE.

No.9 District.

Appointed November, 1938.

\VALTER KIRBY,

Officer.

<!)?prU5. (!Ollllll issioner. JACK H. ASHMORE.

Officer.

Appointed january, 1946.

No.9 District.

Appointed July, 1940.

LIEUT.-COLONEL A. N. CHOPRA, 1.M.S.

Associate Officer.

No. 14 District.

Appointed July, 1943.

MASIIIR BAHADUR JOHN J. A TUKOOLAM.

Officer.

No. 17 District.

Appointed November, 1944.

SARDAR BAHADUR BALWANT SINGH PURl, C.LE., O.B.E.

Associate Knight.

Indian Headquarters.

Appointed March, 1945.

LIEUT.-COLONEL PATRICK A. DARGAN, I.M.S.

Officer.

jfij t. Bssfstant (!ommissioner. JOHN M. CRUIKSHANK, O.B.E.

Officer. Appointed February, 1949.

No. 10 District.

Appointed May, 1945.

RAI BAHADUR P. C. BAHL, M.B.E.

Associate Officer.

o. 1 District.

Appointed February, 194

*LIEUT.-COLONEL A. S. GREWAL.

No.8 District.

Appointed February, 1948.

*LIEUT.-COLONEL B. N . HAJRA, M.R.C.P.

No. 19 District.

Appointed February, 1948. *N. S. SEN.

No. 21 District.

Appointed February, 1948.

LIEUT.-COLONEL B . S. NAT, M.D., F.R.C.S.

1bong

"ff~ong.

(!ommissioner. ABBAS EL ARCULLL

Associate Commander.

Appointed December, 1947.

Bssistant (!ommissionet. IVAN B. TREVOR, M.C.

Officer.

Appointed December, 1947. • Acting.

Associate Officer.

No. 12 District.

Appointed May, 1948.

R. B. GIANCHAND TREHAN.

Associate Officer.

No. 11 District.

Appointed November, 1948.

*BRIJ BIHARI VARMA.

No.6 District.

Appointed April, 1949.

*T. SESHACHALAM, M.B.

No.5 District.

Appointed May, 1949.

*M.

No.9 District.

SINHA.

Appointed july, 1949. • Acting.

6 ~aTifstR11. (tbief (tommissioner.

WILLIAM W. DUTTON.

Ofiicer.

*THE HON. MR. JUSTICE H. B. TYABJI.

Appointed December, 1948.

Appointed April, 1947.

*LIEUT.-COLONEL PERCY H. MOREY. Serving Brother. C. & W.C. District. Appointed May, 1947.

Rssistant (tommtssioners. WILLIAM BOURNE.

5anlafca.

Serving Brother.

Wanganui District.

Appointed May, 1939.

HAROLD D. COBB.

(tommissioner.

Serving Brother.

ERIK HOERMAN, M.B.

Commander.

Wellington District.

Appointed November, 1945.

South Auckland District.

Appointed May, 1941.

RICHARD A. WALL.

Serving Brother.

Taranaki District.

Appointed June, 1942.

CARL HAUSMANN.

Serving Brother.

1ken}?a.

*HARRIK G. BARDEN.

(tommissioner.

Hg.wkes Bay District.

Appointed

jfe~eratfon

Otago District.

eptember, 19.:1

Appointed April, 1949.

Singapore.

of flDala}?C1. *DENIS A.

(tom missioner.

HOPKIN, L.R.C.S., M.R.C.P.

Appointed October, 1948.

ROBERT B. MACGREGOR, C.M.G., M.B., CILB., M.R.C.P.

Commander.

Appointed May, 1947.

*THOMAS H. MULHOLLAND.

BRIGADIER-GENERAL SIR GODFREY RHODES, C.B., C.B.E., D.S.O.

Commander.

1\lanawatu District . . Appointed November, 1946.

Appointed Febmary, 1940 .

Ube IDrfor}? in Soutbern Bfrica.

fIOalta.

IPrior}? (tolllmissioner.

(tom missioner. LIEUT.-COL. JOSEPH

Commander.

BRIGADIER CHARLES M. HOFFE, C.B.E.

ABELA, 1I.B.E.

Knight.

Appointed May, 1945.

Appointed June, 1945.

Surgeon::::in::::(tbief. 1Rewfoun~lan~.

LIEUT.-COLONEL JOHN M. WATT, ED., M.B . , CH.B.

Commander.

Appointed May, 1946.

::assistant (tommissioner. LIEUT.-COLONEL CLUNY MACPHERSON

Knight.

Appointed May, 1912.

JI.,ab}? Superintenbent::::in::::(tbief.

C.M.G.

MRS. MURIEL A. WALTON, A.R.R.C.

Dame.

Ube lPrior}? in 'lRew

Zealan~.

(tommtssionets. COLONEL SIR THOMAS E. ROBINS, D.S.O., ED.

lPriOt}? (tommissioner.

Knight.

FRANCIS W. WARD.

Knight.

Appointed February, 1946.

(tommtsstoners.

Cape of Good Hope. District Commander.

Auckland District. *Acting.

Appointed February, 1944.

Appointed September, 1946.

Witwatersrand & S. Transvaal District.

Appointed January, 1947.

SIR ARTHUR GRIFFIN, K.C.I.E., O.B.E.

Officer.

Rhodesian Railways District.

Appointed May, 1947.

COLONEL JOHANNES J. KRUGER.

Commander.

DAVID F. MACKAY, M.B.E.

Commander.

Appointed January, 1939.

LIEUT.-COLONEL ERNEST J. HAMLIN, B.SC., F.R.S.(S.A.)

SIR DONALD MCGAVIN, C.M.G., D.S.O., F.R.C.S., M.D.

Commander.

Rhodesia District.

*MAJOR ALEXANDER STEWART, M.B., CH.B.

Appointed February, 1944.

Surgeon::::i11::::(tbtef.

Appointed February, 1944.

Pretoria ane. N. Transvaal District.

Appointed May, 1947.

COLONEL GEORGE G. EWER, D.S.O., T.D.

Officer.

Southern Natal & Zululand District. • Acting.

Appointed June, 1948.

Rssistant Uommissioners.

JAMES TIMPERLEY.

Serving Brother.

J OHAN LOVIUS, M.B., CH.B.

Associate Serving Brother.

O.F.S. District.

LIEUT.-COLONEL CORNELIS J.

Officer.

Appointed September, 1940.

Serving Brother.

VAN DYK, M.B.

Pretoria and N. Transvaal District.

Appointed January, 1941.

South African Headquarters. Appointed October, 1941. Staff Officer to the Priory Commissioner. ALPHEUS

HARRY V. TAYLOR.

Serving Brother.

G. \VILLIAMS.

Commander. 'iVitwatersrand and S. Transvaal District. Rhodesia District .

Appointed October, 1946.

*JAN H. VLOK.

Appointed Jun e, 1943 .

Appointed November, 1946.

BRIGADIER JOHN E. Ross, C.v.O.

Serving Brother.

Appointed June, 1945.

*T. V. MORE.

Appointed February, 1946.

MAJOR ERNEST H. HONEYWILL.

Commander.

Appointed March, 1944.

DIRK J. J. Du PLESSIS.

Appoin led

~I ay ,

*THOMAS BLACK.

1945 .

Appointed June, 1948.

JOHN R. THOMSON.

A. FOURIE.

Serving Brother. Witwatersrand & S. Transvaal District . Appoint d J anu a ry , 1947.

Appointed June, 1948.

CECIL J. R. NICHOLLS.

*ERNEST H. WILSON.

Serving Brother. Witwatersrand & S . Transva al District. AppoinLed J a nu a rv , 1947. *COLONEL R. W. ALLEN.

Natal Northern District.

Appointed June, 1947.

*LIEUT.-COLONEL A. W. GOWER-JACKSON.

Southern Natal & Zulu land District. SIDNEY

Serving Brother.

App ointed June, 1948.

Appointed June, 1948. *C.

. MIDDLEWICK.

Appointed June, 1948. *THOMAS S. BRASS.

Appointed June, 1948.

G. H. GASSON, M.B.

Rhodesia Railway District. *HOWARD

Griqualand West District.

Appointed F ebru a ry , 1949.

TAYLOR.

ApPointed.'June, 1949.

Soutb Bfrican lRatlwap (!ommanO.

IDeputl? BBsistant Uommissioners. *PHILLIPUS S. COETSEE.

Appointed March, 1944. *CAPTAIN WILLIAM PAINE.

Appointed July, 1945.

UOl11l1lanb Commissioner. BRIGADIER WILLIAM M. CLARK, O.B. E .

Commander.

*EDWARD

PARK.

Appointed August, 1946.

Appointed June, 1948.

Uanganpilia.

IDeputl? Uontmanb Uomntfssfoner. *WILLIAM HECKROODT.

Appointed June, 1948.

Uommissioners.

Uommissfontt:. A. MULLER, C.M.G.

COLONEL WALTER

Command er.

Appointed June, 1948 .

LIEUT.-COLONEL CHARLES G. BOOKER, M.B., CH.B.

Commander.

'UlganOa.

Appointed June, 1948.

*HAROLD A. GREGOROWSKI.

Serving Brother.

Appointed June, 1948.

Bssistant Uommissfoner. CECIL V. CURTIS.

*D. P. MCDONALD.

Appointed June, 1948. *CORNELIUS

Serving Brother.

J. H.

Officer.

Appointed January, 1946.

SCHOOMBIE.

Appointed June, 1948.

Bssistant Uommissioners. *DANIEL H. C. Du PLESSIS.

Spectal Rppotntments mabe bl? tbe Ubi'! Uommtssiolltt.

Appointed March, 1940.

CAPTAIN DUDLEY S. GOWING.

CHARLES E. COCK.

Commander. Acting District Superintendent in Charge. Gibraltar District. Appointed August. 1941.

Serving Brother.

Appointed March, 1941.

JAMES VILJOEN.

Serving Brother.

Appointed October, 1941.

WILLIAM B. RITCHIE.

Serving Brother.

Appointed June, 1942.

GEORGE A. DALTON.

Serving Brother.

Appointed March, 1944.

*Acting.

LIEUT.-COLONEL

District Superintendent in Charge.

A. M. BELL.

Zanzibar District.

Appointed June, 1947.

MACLAGAN, D.M.S.

District Superintendent in Chaige.

Sierra Leone District.

Appointed June, 1948.

R. TOTTENHAM, C.B.E.

District Superintendent in Charge.

Mauritius District.

* Acting.

App0inted February, 1948.

REPORT OF THE CHIEF COMMISSIONER. I have the honour to submit for the information of H.R.H. The Grand Prior and the Chapter-General the Annual Report on the St. John Ambulance Brigade Overseas for the year ended 31st December, 1948. The year has been historic if only by reason of the decisions made by the new Dominions of India and Pakistan to continue voluntary ambulance service in the name of the St. John Ambulance Association and the St. John Ambulance Brigade. It is a matter for extreme satisfaction that this decision has been arrived at, for it means that the 17,000 members who were in the Brigade in undivided India will continue unbroken their splendid service in the name of St. John, and I am confident that the high traditions already established by the Brigade there will be continued in the new Dominions. In India a newly constituted St. John Council of the Association has been set up under the Presidency of H.E. the Governor-General of India, and the Brigade will be under the charge of Raj Kumari Amrit Kaur, the Minister of Health, who will be assisted by Dr. Jivraj N. Mehta as Surgeon-in-Chief, and Miss Tehmina Kaikhushru Adranvala as Lady Superintendent-in-Chief. In Pakistan, H.E. the Governor-General has approved the formation of a Council of the Association for Pakistan and has kindly consented to be President. The Brigade in Pakistan will be under the charge of the Hon. Justice H. B. Tyabji as its Chief Commissioner, and although the details of the working arrangements of the Brigade have not yet been finally settled, the formation of the new organization is a tremendous step forward and will be a great incentive to the units of the Brigade in Pakistan, some of which have been carrying on their work since the time of partition without any central direction.

CASES TREATED.

The activities carried out by the Brigade Overseas continued to increase and it is estimated that during the year 500,000 cases have been treated by our members. TOURS.

On the 30th December, 1948, I left England by air for an official visit to the Brigade in the Colony of Hong Kong, the Federation of M.alaya, and the Colony of Singapore, where I had the h?nour of car::Png to our members the greetings of H.R.H. The Grand Pnor; Her MaJesty the Queen, Commandant-in-Chief of. our ~ursing Divis~o~~; H.R.H. The Princess Margaret, Commandant-m-Chief of Cadet DIVIsIOns; Th~ Lord Prior, and all the Great Officers of the Order. The report of this tour will be printed and circulated separately. ,EXHIBITION.

It gives me pleasure to refer to the op.en.ing of the St: John Exhibition

at St. james's Palace in May, 1948, for It mcluded exhIbIts presented by Canada, Malta, and Malaya depicting the work of the Brigade in those places. During the three days the Exhibition was open the overseas exhibits were the centre of much interest and were a valuable symbol of the Commonwealth-wide nature of the work of the Brigade. I was greatly honoured on the occasion of the opening day of the Exhibition to be able to have the privilege of showing the overseas exhibits to Her Majesty The Queen and to present those overseas members who were on duty on that occasion.

STRENGTH.

MIXED DIVISIONS.

During the year 61 Adult Divisions (39 Ambulance and 22 Nursing) and 62 new Cadet Divisions (28 Ambulance and 34 Nursing) have been formed, and the strength of the Brigade Overseas at 31st December, 1948, was:-

For the first time in the history of the Brigade it has been agreed that in certain circumstances units composed of both men and women might be formed. This, I feel, will be of value in those outlying places overseas where it is impossible to obtain sufficient membership for both an Ambulance and a Nursing Division.

Ambulance Nursing

Divisions. 1,207 651 1,858

*Cadet Ambulance *Cadet Nursing

420 393

Grand total

813 2,671

Personnel. 34,434 10,830 45,264 8,176 6,736

VISITORS.

14,912 60,176

* including Crusader/Student Divisions.

SERVICE MEDALS.

During the year 382 members of the Brigade Overseas were awarded the Service Medal of the Order and 217 members the Bar to the Service Medal.

It was a matter for satisfaction to meet many members from overseas during the year, and those that were able to attend functions of the Brigade at Home, such as the Annual Inspection of the No. 1 District, in Hyde Park, the Finals of the Brigade Competitions, and the Finals of the Cadet Competitions were very greatly impressed by the efficiency and enthusiasm shown on these occasions, and all very much appreciated being allowed to attend. I would here express my gratitude to all Officers and Members of the Brigade at Home for the kindness and help they invariably extend to our members from overseas. During the year a number of members of the Brigade at Home have paid visits overseas and have everywhere

12 received a warm welcome from their colleagues in the Brigade Overseas, and I am very highly appreciative of the great kindness shown to such visitors. CADETS.

It was a matter for great congratulation that H.R.H. The Princess Margaret kindly consented to accept the position of Commandant-in-Chief of Cadets both at Home and Overseas. The Cadets of the Brigade Overseas are most proud to have Her Royal Highness as their Commandant. The unfortunate postponement of the Royal Tour of Australia and New Zealand has brought great disappointment to our Cadets, who had hoped by the warmth of their welcome to express their loyalty both to Her Royal Highness and to the Brigade. The Chancellor of the Order, Colonel Sir Edwin King, K.C.B., C.M.G ., has offered a prize each year for the Cadet who submits the best Essay on the Order. Cadets of the Brigade Overseas are eligible to enter for the competition, and I am glad to know that for the first competition this year 16 entries were received from overseas. Cadet Day, 16th October, was observed Overseas as well as at Home. In each country where the Cadets are established various functions were held on Cadet Day, including parades, rallies, demonstrations, visits to Hospitals, etc. In Canada, H.E. The Viscountess Alexander of Tunis delivered a broadcast on Cadet Day, and in Australia a broadcast included greeting from the Cadets in Australia to the Cadets at Home and a special greeting to H.R.H. The Princess Margaret. Included in the broadca t was a programme of singing by Ambulance and Nursing Cadets. During the year 174 Cadets of the Brigade Overseas gained the Grand Prior's Badge, making a total of 1,689 Badges issued to the Brigade Overseas. Of this number, 1,535 have been issued to New Zealand, which still holds the fine record of having gained more Grand Prior's Badges than the rest of the Empire. With regard to the work in the Dominions and Colonies : AUSTRALIA.

In all Districts within the Priory the Brigade has continued to flourish and although there have been no outstanding increases in strength, a great deal of active work has been performed and there are bright prospects for the future. An Inter-State Competition was held at Hobart, at which South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia, and Tasmania were represented. The Competition was won by the Western Australia team. I am very glad indeed that it has proved possible to form a second Nursing Division of the Brigade in Queensland. This State is well served by the Queensland Ambulance Transport Brigade-a most efficient and successful organization-but I have always felt there was an opportunity for the work of St. John, particularly that of Nursing Divisions, and I have every hope that other Divisions in Queensland will be registered as time goes on.

13 CANADA.

Among the many varied activities of the Brigade in Canada, which range from Public Duty at Ski-ing events to Blood-typing in industry, one of the most outstanding during 1948 was the duty performed by the Brigade on the occasion of the serious floods in June in British Columbia, when over 3,000 cases were treated by Brigade personnel. A highly successful Dominion Ambulance and Nursing Conference has been held during the year when matters concerning the well-being of the Brigade have been fully discussed by delegates from all parts of Canada. I am glad to note that there has been a steady growth in the strength of the Cadet 10vement in Canada-10 new Cadet Divisions and 1 new Crusader Nursing Division having been formed during the year. I t is also interesting to record that the first Cadet Special Service Shield awarded overseas was gained by Cadet Joan Waters, of the Ottawa (Lady herwood) Cadet Nursing Division. INDIA AND PAKISTAN.

I have already referred to the future organization of the Brigade in India and Pakistan, but I feel I should make it clear that during the whole period of upheaval following the dividing of India, the members of the Brigade have continued to give magnificent service, often in circumtances of great difficulty. This service has included duty performed during riots, epidemics (including smallpox and cholera), and at refugee camps. This fine work carried out during the time of unprecedented change and uncertainty reflects the greatest possible credit on our members and holds out the highest hopes for the future of the Brigade in India and Pakistan. NEW ZEALAND.

The Brigade in New Zealand has maintained its high standard of strength and efficiency while the considerably increased calls on the Brigade for Public Duty have all been met through the continued fine efforts of our members. In 1948, for the first time in New Zealand, Dominion Competitions in First Aid and Home Nursing have been held. These were staged at Dunedin in recognition of the centennial year of Otago and this was the more appropriate in that it was at Dunedin that the first Division of the Brigade Overseas was formed in the year 1892. I hope very much that it will be possible for the Competitions to be held annually in the future. SOUTH AFRICA.

One of the features of the year in South Africa was the granting of a separate Brigade Command to the South African Railways and the elevation of the Railway Sub-Districts of the Brigade to the status of Districts. A highly successful conference was held at Victoria Falls, Rhodesia, in October, at which matters concerning the Brigade were discussed by delegates from the various Districts. A highly successful function was held on the 12th May, 1948, when

H.E. The Governor-General, The Rt. Hon. G. Brand van Zyl, the Prior of the Order in Southern Africa, laid the foundation stone of the new Headquarters Building of the Witwatersrand and Southern Transvaal Centre and District. I would particularly mention the splendid response of the Brigade to calls for assistance following the tornado which caused severe damage at Roodepoort on 26th November. Within 17 minutes of a broadcast appeal a fully equipped ambulance was at the scene of the disaster, and further personnel arrived shortly afterwards. Members of the Brigade performed outstanding service in treating and transporting casualties, caring for the homeless, and distributing comforts. I am very glad to note the continued growth of the Cadet Movement in the Priory.

EAST AFRICA.

UNGROUPED DISTRICTS. BARBADOS.

There has been no change in the number of Divisions in the Barbados District and the membership and activity has been well maintained. Their Excellencies Sir Hilary and Lady Blood have continued their kind interest, and His Excellency inspected the Divisions at a District Parade and expressed his complete satisfaction at the tum-out. Among the duties performed during the year was that of helping to provide food and clothing for sufferers in the disastrous fire at St. Lucia. Over 336 crates and cases were despatched; the fir t consignment leaving within a few hours of the news of the fire being received. BERMUDA.

I was very pleased to have the opportunity during the year to meet Colonel Earl, the Assistant Commissioner, and Lady Hall, the Lady District Superintendent of the Bermuda District, and to learn something of their difficulties in the post-war period and to know of their plans for the future of the Brigade. CEYLON.

I was very sorry that on his retirement from public service Dr. S. F. Chellappah, O.B.E., resigned his appointment as Assistant Commissioner of the Ceylon District, in which position he has given long and valuable service to the Brigade. I am very glad to welcome his successor, Dr. W. G. Wickramasinghe, on taking over the leadership of the Brigade in this Dominion.

Kenya.-Great efforts are being made in Kenya by our Commissioner, Sir Godfrey Rhodes, C.B., C.B.E., D.S.O., and by (he Lady District Officer, Mrs. Haggie,:to extend the membership of the Brigade. No new Divisions have yet been\egistered, as efforts are first being made to increase the activities of the Association by forming classes of instruction, but if the efforts now made meet the success that they deserve, I feel sure there will be a great increase in the Brigade in Kenya in the near future. There is no doubt that there is a real need for the work of the Association and Brigade in this rapidly developing Colony. Tanganyika.-I am glad to report that the Commissioner of the Tanganyika Police, Colonel W. A. Muller, C.M.G., whose keen interest in the work of the Brigade has been manifest in Ceylon and Trinidad, has been appointed in charge of the Tanganyika District in which the Brigade is now being reorganized. There has been no outstanding change in the position in Uganda and Zanzibar, where the Brigade continues its work under the efficient leadership of Mr. C. V. Curtis and Colonel A. M. Bell respectively. FIJI.

I regret that Dr. J. C. R. Buchanan, C.l\I.G., the Assistant Commissioner, and Mrs. Buchanan, who served the Brigade as a Lady Divisional Superintendent, have left Fiji, and I would here express my gratitude to them for their keen interest in our work. Dr. J. Hamilton Beattie is very kindly carrying on the charge of the District until the arrival of of Dr. Cruikshank, the new Assistant Commissioner. I would welcome Dr. Cruikshank to this position and express my deep thanks to Dr. Hamilton Beattie not only for carrying on the work at the present time but also for his long and devoted service. I would express too my great appreciation of the help given by Their Excellencies Sir Brian and Lady Freeston. ThE: strength of the Brigade has been kept up, but the Cadet Divisions, although maintaining their membership, are having difficulty in obtaining officers to take charge of them. GIBRALTAR.

A further step has been made in the reconstruction of the District following the war by the registration of two Police Ambulance Divisions, and I congratulate Captain D. S. Gowing, the Officer in charge of the District, upon the success which has attended his efforts.

CYPRUS.

The Cyprus Police Corps of the Brigade has had a year of intensive activity during which the strength has increased by 68 members and much useful first aid work has been carried out. I am glad to report that a Division has been formed at the Cyprus Mines Corporation and that there is a prospect of others being formed among the civilian population. An Investiture of Members of the Order was carried out by Sir Harry Luke, K.C.M.G., when he visited the island in March, 1948.

HONG KONG.

The recovery of the Brigade in Hong Kong following the years of Japanese occupation has been remarkable, and the highly satisfactory state of this District is one of the most encouraging signs of the post-war period. Practically all of the pre-war Divisions have been revived under their original titles and the membership has now risen to over a thousand. This result reflects the highest credit upon all who have worked so wholeheartedly to rebuild the St. John organization. In particular I would

express my congratulations to the present Commissioner, Mr. A. el Arculli ; Assistant Commissioner Major I. B. Trevor, M.C., and District Surgeon Dr. Arthur Woo, J.P., for the present high standard of efficiency of this fme District. I regret very much that the Commissioner of the immediate pre-war period, Mr. E. Raymond, who had given long and faithful service and who was interned during the whole of the occupation, has died.

St. JolIn are known throughout the Commonwealth, and the Prime Mini ·ter of Malta should be directly associated with the Malta District will be a source of the greatest inspiration to our members. The greatest thanks are also due to Admiral of the Fleet Sir Algernon \Nillis, the retiring President, for his tremendous help to the Malta District. I have referred in earlier reports to the great interest taken in our work by our Patron, His Excellency Sir Francis Douglas, and by our Lady President of Nursing Divisions, Her Excellency Lady Douglas. Their Excellencies interest and encouragement given during the whole of the time they have been in Malta will always be highly appreciated. The scheme introduced in 1947 whereby units of the Brigade in Malta sought affiliation with units of the Brigade at home has continued and there are now 13 such affiliations. The number of Medical Comforts Depots now operated by the Brigade in l\lalta ha ri en to five, and this work and that of the Hospital Libraries has bccn carri d out with great enthusiasm.

JAMAICA.

The membership of the Brigade in Jamaica has been maintained at practically the same level as last year in spite of the loss caused through some members leaving the island. His Excellency Sir John Huggins very kindly carried out an Inve titure at King's House, when among those invested were Lady Huggins and the Commissioner of the District, Dr. Eric Hoerman. Duty performed by the Brigade included the provision of medical orderlies at the Army and Royal Air Force Cadet Camp, when the services of the Brigade were again highly appreciated.

MAURITIUS. MALAYA AND SINGAPORE.

It has been decided to divide the St. John organization in what was formerly known as Malaya to conform with the political structure, and the Singapore District has therefore been made a separate command. The work of reviving the Association and the Brigade in the Federation of Malaya and the Colony of Singapore is being continued, but because of the unsettled state of the country, progress has not been so rapid as was hoped. Dr. D. A. B. Hopkin has been appointed Commissioner of the newly formed Singapore District, to which he returns in February after a stay in this country. I would express my good wishes to him on his appointment as he takes over this most difficult task. Dr. R. B. MacGregor, C.M.G ., will remain as Commissioner for the Federation of Malaya, with headquarters at Kuala Lumpur, and I am grateful for his continued efforts to re-established the Brigade.

A~ 1 forcshcldo\\'cd in my report last year, a new District has been fOllned in Mauritius and a Division registered from among the Police. I am grateful to Mr. R. Tottenham, C.B.E., and Dr. J. Maingard for kindly agreeing to be District Superintendent and District Surgeon respectively of the new District, and it is also a matter for great encouragement that H.E. Sir Donald McKenzie Kennedy, K.C.M.G., has accepted the office of President of the Association and the Brigade.

SIERRA LEONE.

am pI ased to say that Dr. F. MacLagan, the Director of Medical crvices, has accepted the appointment of District Superintendent in chargc of this new District of the Brigade Overseas, and progress has already been made by the formation of a new Division among the Police.

MALTA.

CONCLUSION .

Following the reorganization carried out by the Commissioner, Lieut.Colonel J. V. Abela, M.B.E., in 1947, the Brigade in Malta has made great strides in both strength and activity. The District now has a strength of 13 Ambulance Divisions and 12 Nursing Divisions, with a membership of 873. In addition, for the first time in Malta it has proved possible to form Cadet Divisions, and 6 have been formed during the year with a membership of 104 ; a most splendid start for this new venture. It was a matter for great pride that the Chapter-General of the Order awarded a Vote of Thanks on Vellum to the Association and Brigade in Malta in recognition of the magnificent achievements during the war. The Brigade in Malta has been greatly honoured also this year by the kind acceptance of the high offices of Patroness and President by the Countess Mountbatten of Burma and by the Prime Minister of Malta, Dr. P. Boffa. That the Countess Mountbatten, whose great services for

I 'would conclude by expressing once again my appreciation of the devoted service of the Lady Superintendent-in-Chief of the Brigade Overseas, the Hon. Mrs. Copland-Griffiths, who maintains the greatest possible interest in the work of the Nursing Divisions. I would also express my grateful thanks to the Secretary of the Brigade Overseas, Mr. G. F. Quilter, and the staff at St. John's Gate, who have given most valuable help. Finally I wish to pay the very highest tribute to all Officers and Members of the Brigade Overseas for their continued loyal and devoted services in the name of St. John at a time when ever-increasing demands are being made on their services. JAMES L. SLEEMAN, Chief Commissioner Brigade Overseas.

THE REPORT OF THE LADY SUPERINTENDENT-IN-CHIEF OF THE ST. JOHN

C.L, G.B.E., D.C.V.O., Superintendent-in-Chief of the Nursing Corps and Divisions of the Brigade at Home. Great efforts are being made in Kenya to re-form Nursing Divisions, and our Lady District Officer, Mrs. Haggie, is doing wonderful work for the Association in arranging classes for Africans. Bermuda maintains good progress, and annual competitions are now held, which prove a great incentive towards efficiency. Jamaica shows many examples of outstanding public duty, and our nursing members are to be congratulated upon their regular attendance at all sporting events; often at considerable inconvenience to themselves, and in the face of great transport difficulties. The Nursing Divisions in Barbados carryon with keenness and efficiency. The acceptance by H.R.H. The Princess Margaret of the position of Commandant-in-Chief of Cadets has been received as the great honour it indeed is by all Cadets Overseas. The delightful photographs of Her Royal Highness in t. John uniform, taken on the occasion of the Brigade at Home Cadet Final Competitions, have been in great demand. anada, Malta G.c., and Malaya contributed models for the St. John Exhibition, visited by Her Majesty The Queen at St. James's Palace, in May. These models have been greatly admired wherever the Exhibition has been. The introduction of the principle of " Mixed Divisions of men and women should prove a boon in scattered communities in certain of the olonies, and of the Priories too. I cannot allude to the revival of the Brigade in Hong Kong without hringing in an event that is taking place in 1949, and not in the year under review-namely your own visit. Already reports are arriving of the tremendou incentive your official visit has given to our keen officers and members. And the same 'will apply to your visit to Malaya, now in progress. A number of officers and members of the Brigade Overseas have visited Britain in 1948, and I have been fortunate in being able to meet the majority. To name a few: Mrs. Cuthbert King, M.B.E., some time Lady District Superintendent, No. 12 District (at that time, India, now Pakistan); Mrs. Plomer, S.S.ST.]., Lady Divisional Superintendent, Quetta Nursing Division; Mrs. Webster, some time Lady Corps Superintendent, Insein, Burma; Lieut.-Colonel J. V. Abela, M.B.E., Commissioner, Malta G.C.; Colonel Earl, Commissioner, and Lady Hall, M.B.E., O.ST.]., Lady District Superintendent, Bermuda; Lady Twining, Lady President, North Borneo, and Mr. and Mrs. Black, members of the Association, North Borneo; Mrs. Rowland-Jones, M.B.E., some time Lady District Superintendent, No.3 District, India, and Mrs. Brand, her successor; Mrs. Woodward, District Superintendent, British Columbia, now resigned; Mrs. Faris, Association Secretary, Singapore; Mrs. Clubwala, M.B.E., S.S.ST.]., ] .P., M.L.A., Lady District Superintendent, No.4 District, India; Chevalier O. Gollcher, K.ST.]., O.B.E., and Mrs. Gollcher, C.ST.]., Lady District Officer i.c. Cadets, Malta G.C.; Mrs. Attfield, M.B.E., C.ST.]., Lady District Superintendent, Ceylon; Mr. Sivapragasam, Association Secretary, Selangor; and Miss A. K. Prentice,

AMBULANCE BRIGADE OVERSEAS.

To: The Chief Commissioner, St. John Ambulance Brigade Overseas.

March, 1!J 1~).

SIR,

I have the honour to submit my Report of the progress of the Nursing Divisions of the Brigade Overseas for the year ended 31st December, 1948. There are at present 651 adult Nursing Divisions, and 393 Cadet Nursing Divisions. The estimated total membership (exclusive of Surgeons) is:Adult Cadet

10,830

6,736

We have had to cease to show 26 Nursing Divisions that existed in Malaya up to the Japanese invasion. The reformation of the Brigade in Malaya is proving very uphill work, and so far only 2 Nursing Divisions have been completely reorganized, though classes are being held in all important centres. .. . It is a matter of great gratificatIon to know that our \\'ork IS to continue in India under the name of St. J olm, and that it is to be administered by no less important a person than the Minister for Health. Our old-established Divisions continue with their invaluable work in some of the big cities, such as Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras, while quite a gratifying number of new formations .are r~cor.ded in ?ther centres. This year has also clarified the St. John SItuatIon III PakLstan, an.d ~he Brigade organization has been set up to take charge of the already eXIstmg Divisions, all of which have been ever renovmed for their loyalty to our ideals; and to form new ones. Two of the Priories, Canada and South Africa have held Conferences for senior lady officers. In Canada, this was the second to be held, and it is hoped to make it an annual event, held in each Province in turn. When one considers the size of Canada, and the distance that most delegates must travel, it is indeed wonderful to think that every Province sent one or more delegates, and that Cadet Officers also attended. In South Africa the Conference was equally well attended and all the delegates returned home feeling they had gained much by the experience. In both Priories the Nursing Divisions flourish, and Cadets are especially successful. It is a pleasure to report the formation of a Nursing Division in Queensland. The other Districts of the Brigade in the Priory for Australia, and in the Commandery of Western Australia, continue their splendid service. In New Zealand a number of Cadet Nursing Divisions have been disbanded, but in most cases these seemed redundant and rather small in personnel, so perhaps fewer and larger Divisions are now desired. The Nursing Divisions are as assiduous as ever in their public duties. In Malta C.C. we now have 4 Cadet Nursing Divisions; and our members there are profiting very greatly from the active advice and encouragement of their Patroness, the Countess Mountbatten of Burma,

20 O.ST.]., formerly Corps Superintendent, Toronto Corps, who was passing through London on her way home, having served three years in' a D.P. Camp in Austria. The opening of t . John House is one of the most far-seeing ads ever performed by the Order. This very real and happy home from home will be a boon to all Overseas members, as well as to us who live in Britain; and already Overseas members have stayed there and have been most enthusiastic about its comfort and hospitality. I cannot end this short report without thanking those to whom I owe so much in the performance of my duties in the Brigade. Miss Barbara Stanc1iffe, S.S.ST.]., my Secretary, has performed another year of tireless and devoted service; Mr. G. F. Quilter, O.ST.]., Brigade Overseas Secretary, is always ready to supply information and facts with the greatest kindness; Captain A. N. Cahusac, O.B.E., O.ST.]., Secretary of the Association, is always helpful. While I am unable properly to express my very real appreciation of the loyalty and efficiency of all our Officers and Members, whose devotion to the cause of voluntary aid to the sick and suffering is the admiration of all. I have the honour to be, ir, Your obedient servant, URSULA COPLAND-GRIFFITHS, Lady 51lperintendent-in-Chief.

SERVICE MEDALS AND BARS. During the year there have been awarded to members of the Brigade Overseas 382 Service Medals and 217 Service Medal Bars, as follows :AUSTRALIA .

BARS.

Gibbs, J. Glew, H . E. Hancock, W. H . Hardy, G. E. Hatch, M. Haydon, S. J. Hazell, W. H. Heath, A. R. Higginson, A. R. R. Hodgkiss, A. E. Hollingsworth, D. M. Jackson, L. A. James, W. H. Jenkins, M. Johnston, D. W. Kelly, S . D. Lee, E. C. McArthur, A. D. McKee, J . E. MacLaren, A. McMillan, W. F. McNamara, W . Nathan, G. A.

Matterson, T. N. Mayhew, W. M. Miller, P. J. (2nd). Morphett, C. A. Napper, M. Nicholas, T. (2nd). O'Brien, F. L. O'Brien, M. J. 0' eill, F. C. Page, E. E. Parsons, S. L. Phillips, L. W. Pollard, P. B. Raven, F. Russell, H. H. E. Seymour, A. F. Scherer, E. (2nd). Stokes, W. J. Stow, F. H. Teaque, W. Twigg, W. E. Veigel, C. R. Wilkinson, A. S. (5th) . Williams, B. Willmott, H. J. (2nd).

Bean, L. M. (2nd). Brown, C. A. Bumstead, J. Clutton, W. H. Coaper, B. Culverhouse, S. Drayton, H. J. (4th) . Fahy, A. E. (3rd). Fiddon, E. (4th). Fraser, C. Fyfe, W. E . Gearside, W. J . Giles, J . H . (2nd ). Grosset, C. (2nd). Hall, D . A. Hayton, N. (2nd) . Hedges, . Higgins, E. Holmes, ]. Hoskin, C. (3rd) . Innes, E . . (3rd). Jude, G. J. (3rd). Latter F. (3rd ). Lober, E. M. Martin, A. G. Mart yn , B. r.

MEDALS.

Algar A. T. Back, W. Batchelor, L. Bennett, T. M. Bennetts, V. L. Blackmore, T. Blackwell, J. T. Booth, G. Bourke, E. Boysen, R. C. Cantrill, S. W. Carlson, C. Carnie, A. V. Chamberlain, R. Christensen, A. E. Christie, H. J. Cornish, E. T. Dallimore, A. E. Elms, C. Fenby, G. Flowerday, T. A. Fowler, A. H. Fyfe, W. E.

Sinclair, H. 8tone, J. Templeton, A. Thompson, C. S. Tidd, A. T. Verco, C. A. Vere, M. C. de Walker, V. Wedel, R. O. Woodbury, H. M.

Nation, S. V. O'Neill, F. C. Orsmond, C. C. Pearson, W. R. Poole, A. E. T. Richards, E. J. Richmond, D. A. Riddiford, W . Ridgway, J. W . Ryan, W. Saunders, J.

Western Australia. MEDALS.

Miners, J. Monea, C. Morrison, H. O'Brien, L. J. Pixley, N. D. Reid, R. Ryan, E. J. Salas, A. Smith, J. H. Smith, P. R. Thomas, A. P. Turner, K. R. Vivian, A. E. WeIland, S. J.

Bennett, A. J . Byrnes, J. Collins, A. J. Curnow, A. N . Duncan, E. Foxton, M. Gould, H. A. Guy, R. T. Ham, W. J. Haskell, B. C. Hoddy, H. J. Jasson, H. E. Jones, A. :1\1. Kirkwood, A. McKeown, \V. J . BARS.

Drew, V. Hoddy, H. J. Holland, J. J. (4th). Keevil, H. K.

Ralston, C. W. Robertson, M. (2nd). Sutton, F. (2nd). Vivian, A. E.

CANADA. MEDALS.

Allison, G. Atkinson, 1. Ayton, J. K. Barnes, R. M. Blair, R. Blake, S. H. Brawley, P. Brett, G. W. Cameron, H. McL. Carmichael, J. Collins, C. J. Cross, J. E. Davidson, H. Davidson, J. McA. Davis, A. M. Dodds, J. Downer, C. W. Fancett, J. Gaboury, C. P. Gamache, J. J. Gourlay, J. Goyette, A. Hamilton, E. Harte-Maxwell, C. S. Hood, G. Jarvie, A.

Jefkins, C. Keays, M. Luker, B. H. MacLennan, C. H. McLeod,1. Mansfield, R. W. Maskell, L. Milligan, T. Nicholas, H. E. Nixon, W. Norman, L. H. Nuthall, L. H. Oliver, G. J. Olliver, J. A. B. O'Toole, P. Peace, T. C. Reeve, E. Ross, G. H. Sawcher, M. Smith, F. E. Standing S. A. Taylor, C. Taylor, E. Tremblay, A. ·W ade, M. Wagner, B. L. BARS.

Banfield, F. (2nd). Barber, D. M. (3rd). Barker, H. (2nd). Blake, S. H. Cowan, L. Cox, N. C. Currah, R. (2nd). Dube, F. Giggal, G. (2nd). Gresty, J. T. (6th). Hill, A. (2nd). Howarth, C. H. James, L. W. (3rd). Jameson, G. (3rd). Jenkins, C. E. (2nd). Johnson, S. Jost, E. B. (3rd).

Kowalski, J. Lawrence, R. J. (3rd). Levitt, E. Loveday, W. O'Sullivan, W. L. Palmer, K. Pedrick, A. Percival, M. F. (3rd). Reynolds, A. (2nd). Rooke, H. D. Sanderson, M. L. Sharp, W. (5th). Sivil, R. M. Smith, H. D. Spence, W. J. Tinkler, E. Wates, H. A. INDIA. MEDALS.

Baig, F. N. Baig, M. L. Chowli, Z. M. Colthurst, M. Hussain, S. F. Jog, S. B. Kader, K. A. Khwaja, H. Y. Kothare, M. V. Kudtarkar, P. D. Libonatti, L. Mehta, M. E. Melvin, J.

Nadkarni, B. P. Neal, M. Rane, V. D. Rehman, M. H. A. Rele, R. M. Rele, Y. W. R. Shaikh, G. R. A. Tyabji, K. S. Trilokekar, P. N. Tyler, V. M. Walsh, P. A. Yusuf, M.

BARS .

Kamat, V. N. (2nd). Libonatti, L. Rane, R. B. Sonzagiri, V. V. Vesawkar, C. R. (2nd).

Amrolia, S. B. (4th). Baig, M. 1. Chaudhuri, R. C. Contractor, Z. M. (2nd). Knight, F. (1st and 2nd) .

NEW ZEALAND. MEDALS.

McDonald, G. D. McIntosh, N. E. McLean, A. J. G. 1\Iacey, F. Marsh, H. D. Martin, S. W. Moran, M. 1\1. O'Keefe, A. J. O'Shea, E. Pansing, V. J. Pearce, J. P. Pettit, T. H. Phipps, J. E. Potter, D. Poulton, C. S. J. Price, G. L. Reynolds, E. Rice, B. W. Righton, E. E. Rogers, M. Rogers, M. C. Rosenberg, W. C. Russell, R. A. Shapcott, G. Smith, C. R. Smyth, J. M. Spick, R. V. Thompson, J. T. Thompson, T. ,V. Tyson, W. S. Waters, A. E. ·W hitehouse, L. Whitmore, W. G. Whitlow, J. W. Whyte Hille, V. E. Wilson, J. R. Wilson, M. R.

Aitken, R. R. Baddiley, C. Barden, H. G. Barron, R . Bevin, H. W. Bickford, C. E. Boocock, E. Bullen, E. M. Burnett, H. F. Butcher, S. Cameron, N. A. Campbell, R. G. B. Choat.e, G. E. Clark, E . C. Coleman, M. F. raven, J. Crawford, M. Davern, J. F. Davies, F. R. Day, C. Dixey, F. L. Dodgson, J. F. Eyles, A. E. Fitzgerald, R. S. J. Foreman, G. K. Freita~, M. C. Gaspar, W. S. Gay, K. 1. Guthrie, J. H. Hawkins, L. D. Hayward, ,V. M. Hefford, H. B. Hughes, E. V. JupP, A. G. Keys, H. E. Lacey, R. Lipscombe, P. M. Landon, M. M. BARS.

Allan, S. Barron, R. Bridges, E. G. (2nd). Burford, F. W. (1st and 2nd). Chappell, H. 1. Crighton, A. Cruden, C. 1. (2nd). Dawson, F. W. W. (2nd). Duncan, J. W. Flawn, E. Gilchrist, M. E. (3rd). Gresham, F.

Hannah, W. G. (2nd). Holwell, A. S. Kelsall, A. F. Lucock, G. McDonagh, E. H. (2nd). McGuinness, E. J. (2nd). McKernan, L. (2nd). McWilliam, L. D. J. Miller, E. J. Moodie, J. S. Morey, P. H. (1st and 2nd). Mulligan, P. T. (2nd).

24 Nicholls, J. A. Phipps, E. C. Phipps, J. E. Pincock, T. Poulton,1.M. Roy, D. G. Samuel, W. Sime, R. A.

25 Somerville, D. J. Smart, A. (4th). Steedman, E. C. (3rd) . Thompson, H . W. Whiteley, W. Wilkinson, F. Wilson, R. G. (2nd).

CEYLON. ilIEDAL.

De Silva, S. H.

CYPRUS. MEDALS.

SOUTH AFRICA. MEDALS.

Ande::.30n, L. R. Bezuidenhout, J . P. Borg, A. Brown, R. M. Browne, E. G. Bryant, B. Buys, S. Carine, S. R. Coakley, C. H. Crump, J. Dickinson, G. Drummond, J. S. D e. DuPlooy, S. J. Eades, V. H. Fleischer, A. H. Fulford, M. Fyfe, A. Geddes, F. Gray, D. E. Greef, A. E. de Greef, M. de. Hamilton, J. M. Harker, E. R. Harnack, E. Harnack, S. C. H enderson, J. F. Hitchcock, E. B. Horne, P. L . Ivor-Lougber, A.

Kelly, E. Lowry, M. McDonald, T. Maguir e, P. Masterson, M. Mattbee, M. E. May, R. Morrison, R. Moseley, R. T. Moss, E. Muller, . H. Nicull, R. G. Picking, 1. F. Robinson, C. J. Ross, A. B. Rothman, ' V. A. Rouse, C. Sbaw, J. O. Skitt, E. P. Stanley, C. Stevens, G. Steyn, J. D. Swart, A. M. Tburtell, W. E. G. Treleaven, F. G. Visser, F. H. Waters, F. Wesselink, J. H. Whitby, E. F. M. BARS.

Armstrong, S. P. Broderick, K. G. Calder, A. Carine, S. R. Carr, A. M. Clegg, K. O . (1st and 2nd). Collins, W. J. McB. Connolly, G. R. Dickenson, J. R. Douglas, R. D. A. (2nd, 3rd, and 4th). Gettliife, C. M. Griffiths, L. E. A. Heckroodt, P. H . W. (2nd) . Henderson, E. Henning, O. E. Huesbsch, A. C. R. (2nd). Johnson, A. (2nd). Kotze, J. M. B. Kriste, J. A. (3rd).

Lambrick, C. L. W. (2nd). Lloyd, W. J. (1st and 2nd). May, R. Needham, H. W. Nortje, J . P . J. Osborn, E. Pietersen, E. O. Platt, E. J. (2nd). Potts, O. B. Roberts, P. N. Ro binson, C. J. Ross, A. B. Smitb, A. R. (2nd). Strathearn, H. (1st and 2nd). U eckermann, J. J. M. Van Waart, P. J. Venter, W . J. H . Warburton, E. J. Young, W. F. (2nd).

Christou, L. Fuad, M. Georghiades, C. Kiamil, H.

Pantazis, G. Papadopoulos, A. Soteriou , S. Sekki, O.

HONG KONG. lEDALS .

(han \Vah Hing. Cheng Hin Cheung. Cheng Kin Wai. Cheung Kwok Iring. Chui Koon Hee. Fan Chi. rp Kai Cheong. Iu Tak Yui. I\:wok Kwong Kuen. Kwong hin Kai. Lam Wing Kam. Lam Wing un. Lau Sheung Lai. Lee Shui Hing. Leung Chung Yee. Leung Kam Chuen. L eung Kam To.

Leung L am Kwong. Leung Tat Cboi . Liu Kwing Cbeung. Lo Hon Chung. Lo Tim Fook. Ma Yat Chiu. Ma Wai Man. Mok Cbee. Ngan Kwong Yam. Pang Sai Kwong. Shin K wai Sang. Tan Hung To. Tsang Koon Wing. Tsui Leung Hong. 'Vong Pak Lim. Yuen Sun Fat. BARS.

Chan Keng (1st and 2nd). Cheung Yan Sung (1st and 2nd). Chui Koon Hee (lst and 2nd). Chung Yung Ping. Ho Kang Po (1st and 2nd). Kwon Sit Kwan. Leung Kam Chuen. Leung Tat Choi. Leung Wai Man.

Li Wai Hon. Ma Wai Man. Trevor, 1. B. (1st and 2nd). Tsand Po Kai. Tse Long Chiu (1st and 2nd). U. Kai Cheung (2nd). v\Tong Kam Cheung (lst and 2nd). Yip Tai Ching. Yuen Sun Fat.

KENYA. MEDALS .

Abdulla, 1\1. Carter, J. G. I\:ioko, J .

May, J. R. Penfold, C.

MALTA. MEDALS .

Attard, M. C. Borg, F. Caucbi-Inglott, R. Dunbar-Vella, E. Camileri , S.

Micallef, J. L. Mifsud, C. Mifsud, S. Navarro, J . Xerri, E.

DOMINIONS AND COLONIES.

'ltbe ]prior)? in 1Rew Zea[anb.

'ltbe ]prior)? in tbe Hustralian (!OtlllttOllwealtb.

Dominion Lady President: H.E. LADY FREYBERG, O.B.E. Priory Commissioner: F. W. "\VARD, Druid's Chambers, Woodward Street, Wellington. Sir DONALD MCGAVIN, C.M.G., D.S.O., F.R.C.S., M.D. Surgeon-in-Chief Appointm ent vacant. Lady Superintendent-in-Chief Lady District Superintendents Miss H. B. Mu, RO. Mrs. A. G. MILLER, M.B .E. (attached to Headquarters). Lady District Officer (attached Mrs. GAUNT. to Headquarters) . District Officer (Ileadquartcrs) K. A. FALCONER. and Siall Offlcer to Priory omm! sioner.

Priory Commissioner: Major-General S. R. BURSTON, C.B., C.B.E., D.S.O., V.D., M.B ., F.R.C.P ., F.R.A.C.P., K.n.p. Priory Headquarters: Di ocesan Church House, George Street, Sydney, .S.\V. Surgeon-in-Chief Appointment vacant. Lady Superintendent-in-Chief Appointment vacant.

'ltbe (!ol111nanber)? in 'UUlestern :australia. Commandery Commissioner: Colonel]. R. DONALDSON, ED ., M.B., 29 308 \Vellington Street, Perth.

.1 ttll(/tcd DOli/inion HeadquClrters for Cadet duties. Superintendents E. B. GILBERD. G. L. FERGUSON. lJisirict Officers 1. ROCKELL. F. CO)/WAY. Miss V. P. L. ANQUETTL. Lady District Officer

Di~trict

'{tbe ]prior)? tn cranaba. Dominion Lady President : THE VISCOUNTESS ALEXANDER OF TUNIs. Priory COlJl17lissioller : W. ]. BENNETT, St. John House, 321 Chapel Street, Ottawa. Surgeon-in-Chief Lieut.-Colonel T. H. LEGGETT, 1II.D Superintendent-in-Chief Miss M. J. fA CLAREN.

1fnbia. President .. H.E. THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL OF INDIA. Chief Commissioner: RAJ KUMARI AMRIT KAUR, Indian Headquarters S.] .A.B ., 20 Talkatora Road,

New D elhi. Surgeon -in -Chief ]IVRAJ N. MEHTA, M.D., M.R.C.P. Lady Superintendent-in-Chief Miss TEHMINA KAIKHUSHRU ANDRAVALA. Assistant Commissioner (SecretaryGeneral) SARDAR BAHADUR BALWANT SINGH PURr, C. l. E., O.B.E.

]pakistan.

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]prior~

(!o(onies. BARBADOS DISTRICT. Commissioner District Surgeon L ady District Superintendent Lady District Officers

President: H.E. THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL OF PAKISTAN. Chief Commissioner: The Hon. Justice H. B. TYABJI, National Headquarters, Katrak Buildings, Mansfield Road, Karachi. Surgeon-in-Chief . Appointment vacant. Lady Superintendent-in-Chief Appointment vacant. . Secretary-General KHAN SAHIB CHAUDHRI BASHIR AHMAD KHAN.

in Soutbern Hfrica.

Dominion Lady P,'esicient : I1.E. 1\Irs. 1\1. E. VAN ZYL. Priory COnLlllissiOiler : Brigadier C. 11. HOFFE, C. B.E. Priory Headquarters: 4th Floor Permanent Buildings, 8 Darling Street, Cape Town. Lieut.-Colonel]. M. "\VATT, ED., M.B., CH .B. Surgeon-in-Chief Irs. 1\1. A. "\VALTON, A.R.R.C. Lady Superintendent-in-Chief Assistant Commissioner (. taff l\Iajor E. H. HONEYWILL. Officer to Priory Commissioner) . Lady Disiricl Officer (attached 1\Iiss P. 1\I. FOWKES. I riory Headquarters). Irs. N. F. HARRTSON. Staff Officer to the Lady Superintendent-in-Chief.

E. B. WILLIAMS, Box 175, Bridgetown. H. E. SKEETE, M.D. Mrs. ] . B. WILLIAMS. Miss L. A. ,\VEATHERHEAD. Mrs. E. 11. WATSON. Mrs. PARRIS.

BERMUDA DISTRICT. Assistant Commissioner District Surgeon Lady District Superintendent Lady District Officer

Lieut.-Colonel E. C. EARL, O.B.E., P.O. Box 95 , Hamilton. W. H. C. MASTERS, M.B. Lady HALL, M.B.E. 1\1rs. B. BARTON.

BRITISH GUIANA DISTRICT. Commissioner

Kowloon Sub-District.

F. \V. IIOLDER, Attorney-GeneraJ's Chambers, Georgetown.

CEYLON DISTRICT. Commissioner .

Dr. W. A. WICKRAMASINGHE, Ceylon :\ledical College, Colombo. V. GABRIEL, M.R.C.P. T. SATHASIVAM, M.B.E. 1\lrs. ATTFIELD, M.B.E. C. W. TURNER. C. W. D. AI WI ES. Miss I. M. V. VADIVELU . Mrs. \VY:-.INE-J ONES. P. DE SILVA.

District Surgeon District Superintendent Lady District Superintendent District Officers Lady District Officers D istrict Sergeant

J. H. ASHMORE, Office of Commissioner Police, 'icosia. H. 1\1. HELLEY, I.R.C.P.,. I.R.C.S.

District Surgeon

FIJI DISTRICT. Assistant Commissioner District Surgeon Lady District Superintendent District Officer Lady District Officer District Sergeant

Dr. J . M. CRUICKSHANK, Box 2:35, Street, Suva. K. J. GILCHRIST, M B. Mi s D. T. PEDERSO:-\,. L. l\L\HABIR. 1\[rs. E. ]). PERRY- J OH;--;STO. '. L. B. NAIGULEVU.

District Surgeon . Lady District Superintendent District Officer Lady District Officer District Sergeant

Gordon

Captain D . S. GOWTNG, Cf'I1lral Police Station, Gibraltar. J. A. DURANTE, M.R.C.S. irs. L. A. CARRARA. A. DELLEl'IANT. Miss K. E. PRrn:. E. READING.

HONG KONG DISTRICT. President: H.E. Sit ALEXANDER GRANTHAM, K.C .M.G. Lady President: H.E. Lady GRANTHAM. Commissioner District Surgeon . District Superintendent . Lady District Superintendent District Officer . . . . Corps Surgeon (attached to H eadquarters). . . . Lady Corps Superintendent and District Secretary . . Corps Officer attached District Headquarters (Stores) Divisional Superintendent attached District Headquarters Ambulance Officer attached District Headquarters (Training)

ABBAS EL ARCULLI, S.].A.B. H eadq uarter Tai, Hang Road, Hong Kong. ARTHUR WOO, F.R.C.S., M.B. Vacant. Vacant. FUNG PING FAN.

JAMAICA DISTRICT. AssIslan t District Surgeon Lady District Superintendent Assistan l Staff Officer

onlmlSSlIlIler

DlSllJcl Surgeon District Sup rintenLient Lady District Superint.endent Dist.rict Officers

Lady District Officer

G. E. YALENTINE, M.B. Vacant. A. V. SURRIDGE.

Brigadier-General Slr GODFREY RHODES, C.B., C.B.E., D.S.O., Box 2020, Nairobi. T. A . CARMAN, M.D. I\:. CLELAND. l\I rs . A. T. CARRICK (Acting). D. II. GENOWER, l\I.B.E. D. D. C. SWAYNE. Mrs. II. M. HAGGIE.

Momhasa Sub-District. Capt. C. W. A. G. HAMLEY, P.O. Box 9, Kilindini A. U. SHETH, M.B.E., M.B.

DIstrict. Supenntcndent District urgeon

FEDERATION OF MALAYA. Commissioner

7\JACGREGOR, C.M.G., l\I.B., CH.B ., Suleimall BUlldings, Kuala Lumpur.

K. C.

Distnct Secrclary

YAP.

MALTA DISTRICT. Patron.' H.E. Sir GERALD CREASEY, K.C.l\I.G., O.B.E. Pall olless: The COUNTESS MOUNTBATTEN OF BURMA, C.I., G.B.E., D.C. V.O.

President: The Hon. Dr. P. BOFFA, O.B.E. Lady Plcside1-1t of Nursing Divisions.' H .E. Lady CREASEY. Commissioner District Surgeon Lady District Officer Lady District Cadet Officer

Lieut.-Colonel]. V. ABELA, l\I.B.E., 64 Amery Street, Sliema. R. CAUCHI INGLOTT, l\I.D., M.B.E. Irs. GULlA, M.B.E. Mrs. GOLLCHER.

MAURITIUS DISTRICT.

H. MEYER, M.D. Mrs. E. M. HOLMES-BROWN .

. A. l\IARCllAl\1.

Lady Preside1lt: LADY H UGGINS. ommissioncr E. IIOERl\IAK, tll.B., 43 Duke Street, I\.ingston.

GIBRALTAR DISTRICT. District Superintendent

1. B. TREVOR, M.C. L. BONES.

KENYA DISTRICT.

CYPRUS DISTRICT. Commissioner

Assistant Commissioner District Officer Divisional Superintendent (altached Sub-District Headquarters)

District Superintendent

R. TOTTENHAM , C.B.E., Commissioner of Police,

District Surgeon

Port Louis, Mauritius. J. MAINGARD, M.D ., M.B.E.

R. A. EDWARDS.

SIERRA LEONE DISTRICT.

A. TSANG. B. C. POPPY.

District Superintendent

Dr.

F. MACLAGAN, D.M.S., Freetown, Sierra Leone.

Medical

Depoi,

30 SINGAPORE DISTRICT. Dr. D. A. B. HOPKIN, S. ] .A.B. Headquarlels, Stamford Road, Singapore. Mrs. O. JONES.

Commissioner District Secretary

TANGANYIKA DISTRICT. Commissioner . District Superintendent Lady District Superintendent District Officer Lady District Officer District Secretary (Ambulance Officer attached Headquarters)

Colonel W. A. MULLER, C.l\l.G., Police Headquarters, Dar-es-Salaam. Vacant. Mrs. 1. S. MULLER. O. STJERNHOLM. 1\1rs. C. VAN OLDENBUI~GI!.

THIEL.

UGANDA DISTRICT. Assistan t Commissioner District Surgeon

Y. URTIS, P.O. Box 355, hampctlct. E. J. BLACKABY, LR.C.S.

ZANZIBAR DISTRICT. District Superintendent District Surgeon

Lieut.-Colonel A. M. BELL, Box 237, Zanzibar. Vacant.

Commissioner

Sir BA V, 54 Golden Valley, Rangoon, Burma.

BURMA.

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