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was thus collected from the patients and forwarded to the
London County Council. Help was given with regard to the
supply of clothing and other necessities and also for the
boarding-out of children and for seeking employment. The
voluntary fund was well maintained and proved a most useful
adjunct in providing assistance.
The Handicrafts Class has had three successful terms,
each of 12 sessions. It consists of 16 male and female patients
selected as suitable by the Tuberculosis Officer. A most efficient
instructress is provided by the London County Council, and the
leather, raffia and cane work accomplished has been of a surprisingly
high order for beginners. The therapeutic benefit to
the patients is most gratifying.
During the year, 100 tuberculous ex-service men living
in the Borough have been seen in connection with the Dispensary.
They are given preferential consideration with regard to any
necessary institutional treatment.
The following tables give a summary of the work carried
out at the Dispensary during the year: —