Standing orders of the Westminster-Hospital, or public infirmary, in James-Street, Westminster. : With the orders and regulations confirmed at a quarterly general board, held on Friday the fourth day of May, 1759, for the more effectual and ready government of the said hospital. Published by order of the Quarterly General Board.

  • Westminster Hospital. Quarterly General Board.
Date:
M.DCC.LIX. [1759]
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Credit: Standing orders of the Westminster-Hospital, or public infirmary, in James-Street, Westminster. : With the orders and regulations confirmed at a quarterly general board, held on Friday the fourth day of May, 1759, for the more effectual and ready government of the said hospital. Published by order of the Quarterly General Board. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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