Summary
Ruth Kidder was identified as head of Foote Hospital’s surgical ward in Jackson and as part of the visiting group for Kurt Van Buren’s November 12, 1960 operation.
Evidence and limits
The notice supplies no nursing personnel record, complete civil identity, or independent account of the visit.
Open questions
- Which hospital and civil records identify Kidder and document the visit?
Sources
- Beaver Beacon, December 1960, “Hospital News.”Identifies Ruth Kidder as head of the surgical ward at Foote Hospital in Jackson and as part of the visiting group for Kurt Van Buren's November 12 operation. It supplies no nursing personnel record or complete civil identity.