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1086 A.(cont.) satisfied that it was a better one they might adopt it. I haven't been able to suggest one. I have never been asked to. But I have thought of it and do not see any way I am sure would be better. I have thought of another way. Q. What? A. Strap the patient onto a plank. I mean just what I say but it may need some little explanation. I should have the plank prepared for the purpose, and would have it provided with some sort of straps, which would be in effect bed straps they have discarded from that hospital. But I am not all together sure that the thing would work. I should want to be strapped on myself and stay there for a night or two before I tried it o anybody else. By Mr. Baker Q. Is the present system in your judgement, the best known system? A. It is the best one I have any knowledge of or ever heard of. Q. Whether there was not a fan used when the air was not let in from outdoors? A. There was a portion of the time and