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Bowden's Crutches
These crutches were made for Mrs. Clara Bowden by her husband, after she fell off her horse and broke her ankle.
In spite of her injury she remained in the bush for another four days until the pack horse trail she and her husband were cutting was complete.
Ether Mask
Ether is a potent anaesthetic which was commonly used during surgeries. This mask was placed over a patient's nose and mouth with an ether infused gauze allowing the patient to inhale the gas. It belonged to Dr Baker.
Click on the icon to listen to Dr. Baker's wife and assistant, Mrs. Nellie Baker describe an emergency surgery. 3min 35sec
Dr. Baker's Coat Hook
An avid woodsman and hunder, Dr. Baker proudly displayed his many hunting trophies at his home, the North Star Ranch. He used this elk hoof coat hook at the hospital.
Hemostat
A hemostat is a type of specialized clamp used during surgical procedures. The handles can be locked closed allowing the user to control blood flow to an area.
Stanley Cox Bristol Coil
This machine was used to assess nerve damage, it works by passing an electrical current through an area of damaged tissue. It was donated by the Hospital Auxiliary.
