treated in the same manner", on the basis of Mr. May's suggestions
Anticipated method. Old system. Comparison of the present system.
Gross expenses of bicipital Gross expenses per month in per month.
Incidental expenses. $125 Average cost of medicines $144
Economy is the end sought, it will be seen that on an efficient basis will really be a
20%
Saving to Government. It must be admitted that these calculations are hypothetical and
Rations for sick. 40 Hospital expenses .. 31
Same Total $165 Total $175.
An account of the expenses per month of the present system with its resources.
To deductions from Police . $42.24 By disbursements for medicines to
Contribution from Government to meet. 132.76 Hongkong Dispensary.
deficiency. $175.00
An Estimate of the expenses per month of the contemplated.
To total disbursements for medicines, wages, rations as above. Dr. Iov
For Seaman's Hospital. 31.00 $175.00
Hospital, with its resources. $165.00
By deductions, &c. 56.16 Contributions 108.84 from Government.
$165.00
Although efficiency, rather than economy may not in practice exhibit the same results : I am certain that, they have been so framed, with a leaning to the conformable side, that they faithfully show that the experiment of a hospital can be attended with no serious loss, and it may at any time be suspended. Most it's superior efficiency there can be no possible doubt, and humanity can be served.
I would suggest, in conclusion, that the hospital should be available for clerks in the employment of Government, (suitable accommodation being provided for them), on payment of the net expenses incurred in board and medicines; and that at all times, they may be privileged to obtain their medicines at the Government Dispensary, at a reduced cost sufficient to cover expenses. At present, the expenses of sickness often-