“…1927 1927 1920s 40 pages 23 responsibilities that entail the employment of nurses, and that grants to associations can be obtained through such bodies as well as from Boards of Guardians and the Red Cross Fund of the County Nursing Association.…”

“…Certificate of registration of birth; or, if this is not obtainable, a declaration made before a magistrate by one of her parents or former guardians giving the date of her birth, (ii.) Certificate of training, (iii.) …”

“…It is true that they are still financed principally by voluntary contributions, but public bodies, such as the Ministry of Health, local Councils, Boards of Guardians, etc., make substantial contributions. The governing body also tends to become representative of the community as a whole, e.g., on the Edinburgh District Nursing Association, the following bodies appoint representatives: — St. …”

“…" In the Poor Law Infirmary contract, the nurse agrees to forfeit £5 if she breaks the agreement, but the Board of Guardians do not enforce this if there is a good reason for her wishing to go. …”

“…A nurse may retire at 60 if medically unfit and may be obliged to retire at 65 if the guardians think it would be expedient in the interests of the public service. …”