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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
The Wallace And Fiord Hospital
The Wallace And Fiord Hospital was originally founded in 1875, the old Immigration Barracks with certain alterations answering the purpose for some time. In 1887, the present handsome and well appointed edifice was erected on a magnificent site, commanding a splendid panorama of the Pacific Ocean and the western district. The Hospital is built upon the pavilion principle, and contains four wards, surgery, and nine rooms. The founder and first Medical Superintendent was Dr. Monekton, afterwards of Feilding; and the present Medical Officer is Dr. Trotter; Matron, Miss H. Willis. The funds for the erection of the new hospital were raised in the district. The first committee elected in 1887 consisted of Messrs H. H. Port (chairman), F. Locke, J. W. H. Hamilton, W. J. Collins, M. Hayes, D. McLeod, J. Reid, and J. Walker. G. O. Cassels, Secretary. Committee for 1904: Messrs W. Hoperoft (chairman), J. C. Thomson, M.H.R., J. Playfair, W. Ronald, E. J. Stevens, W. R. Pankhurst, J. Lyle, E. K. Smythies, and J. O. Clapp. The office of Secretary and Treasurer is held by the Town Clerk of Riverton, Mr. G. O. Cassels.