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[page 352] Q. The supervisor was Mr. Hodgkins? A. Yes sir Testimony of Sylvester Oaks, sworn By Dr. Butler: Q. Are not the officers, such as the treasurer and his clerk, employed by the trustees and not by the superintendent? A. The treasurer is not employed by the superintendent, no, sir Q. Are there under him, his clerk, employed by the-? A. By the trustees. Q. Do you remember who was clerk there before the present? A. I think Mr. Chadwick preceded the present Q. Was Mr. Chadwick there before the present one? A. Yes, I think so. Q. Who discharged the nurse? A. He was discharged by the board of trustees. Q. Why was he discharged? A.I dont know as I can tell you any further than it was thought best for the interest of the hospital that he should be discharged Q. Do you or not know whether he had been a satisfactory clerk to the steward and treasurer? A. I should say he was, mainly. Q. Do you or not know whether, speaking as a businessman, it would have gratified the steward and treasurer to have him