PREFACE
This book is more than a story to inspire children with a desire to relieve suffering; it is a simplified and handy reference book, telling what to do in cases of accident or illness. In no sense is it intended to take the place of the physician. The first principle of first-aid cannot too often be repeated—when in doubt, send for the doctor.
Especial thanks are due to E. A. Y. Schellenger, M.D., member Surgical Staff, Cooper Hospital, Camden, N. J., for his great assistance in verifying and revising the medical and first-aid instructions given herein; and to Constance Cooper Crichton, Instructor of First Aid Classes, New Jersey Women’s Division National Preparedness, whose helpful criticism and suggestions have been invaluable.
Merchantville, N. J.
CONTENTS
| CHAPTER | PAGE | |
| I. | Off to Mexico | [17] |
| II. | The Speeders’ Accident | [21] |
| III. | First Aid to the Injured | [26] |
| IV. | At the Dolls’ Hospital | [30] |
| V. | The Real Cross Nurses | [35] |
| VI. | Lessons in First Aid | [39] |
| VII. | Safety First | [43] |
| VIII. | Practice Games | [50] |
| IX. | The Hikers | [53] |
| X. | On Looking Glass Lake | [60] |
| XI. | Two Boys are Late | [67] |
| XII. | Plans | [73] |
| XIII. | A Sane Fourth of July | [81] |
| XIV. | Shesa, a Red Cross Nurse | [88] |
| XV. | A Telegram from Mexico | [94] |
| XVI. | Private Brave’s Adventures | [97] |
| XVII. | The Mad Dog | [102] |
| XVIII. | The Poisoned Baby | [105] |
| XIX. | Hurrah for Our Hero | [108] |
| APPENDIX | ||
A Ready Reference List of Ordinary Accidents and Illnesses, with Approved Home Remedies | [115] | |