The fact that many persons who were well able to pay for their beds in public hospitals were claiming free beds under the Social Security scheme was the subject of comment at a meeting of the Southland Hospital Board. “ Even a millionaire can claim a free bed in a hospital now.” said the chairman (Mr T. Golden). Dr J. A. Pottinger said that the idea of getting something for nothing was infectious and was spreading to persons who were well able to pay. The best is cheapest in the long run —order Kaitangata Coal.—Advl,
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Otago Daily Times, Issue 24419, 3 October 1940, Page 3
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94Page 3 Advertisements Column 4 Otago Daily Times, Issue 24419, 3 October 1940, Page 3
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