Raising Money

1905

The first Hospital Carnival was a great success with some parts continuing until nearly midnight. Some ways of raising money fared better than others; Shilling badges sold well, but "Hospital Stamps" not so much. Maybe badges were favoured because 'badged' persons were less likely to be approached by collectors a second time. One organiser was too eager when throwing a collection box over to a doctor he recognised. It resulted in the medical practitioner receiving a bruised eye and gashed cheek.