There was general discussion of the question of the $25.00 yearly assessment of the American Medical Association for the educational fund. Several of the members felt that the manner of asking had been too high handed, and that resentment might be felt. Dr. Cogswell suggested that it might be because of this attitude that socialized medicine had become so close to being. Dr. Cogswell made a motion that it be recommended to the membership for vote that the dues for this year be $100.00, which includes $25.00 special assessment levied by the American Medical Association. This motion was seconded by Dr. Harry Thompson - Dr. Earl Brown opposed - all else in favor, the motion was carried.
Dr. Steen brought up the question of Mr. Victor Arida, who has audited the books of the Society in the past, and inquired as to handling for the new year, since Mr. Arida is believed not to be a C.P.A. Discussion revealed that at no time had an agreement been entered into with Mr. Arida, who had offered his services gratis. It was generally felt that the books should be handled in a more competent manner. A motion was made by Dr. Earl Brown that the President be authorized to appoint an Auditing Committee of three members, not to include the Secretary and Treasurer, and that this committee select an auditor to audit the books semi-annually. Dr. Cogswell seconded this motion. Upon being put to vote, it was carried unanimously. Dr. Harry Thomson thereupon appointed Dr. A.N. Shoun, Dr. E.M. Hayden and Dr. H.H. Brainard to be the Auditing Committee, Dr. Shoun, chairman.
The question of the medical practice act was mentioned, these papers to be brought to the attention of Dr. E.J. Gotthelf, for his consideration and recommendations.
Dr. Harry Thompson spoke of the proper procedure to be followed concerning talks given by members of the medical profession to other groups or societies, and stated that the Publicity Committee should rule on medical addresses or publicity--that all such matters should pass through them. Dr. Hastings mentioned that newspapers had been informed that all matters pertaining to medicine should be passed through the Society. It was suggested that all doctors should get in touch with the Publicity Committee before making commitments in this connection.
Instructions were given that a letter be written Mrs. Inez Soto in appreciation of her long and excellent services to the Society.
Dr. Earl Brown moved that the lay secretary now employed be paid a salary of $125.00 per month, this salary to be considered to be on a temporary basis, depending upon the amount of work involved. This motion was seconded and carried.
The meeting was adjourned.
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President. Secretary-Treasurer.
