Sister French Memorial Fund.

Abstract

SIR,-May we draw the attention of former and present students of the Manchester Royal Infirmary to the above fund, which has been initiated to commemorate the 35 years of faithful service rendered to the institution by the late Sister French, who passed away in November last. It is intended to place (1) a tablet in her old ward in S.I. Unit, and (2) a small stained-glass window in the infirmary chapel. Contributions may be sent to the general superintendent and secretary at the infirmary, and will be duly acknowledged by him. We are, Sir, yours faithfully,

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