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The side .straps and ([uaiter straps are adjustable, so tliat the htter 

 may l)e carried at any desired incline when traveling; u]) or down a 

 mountain. 



The swivel clamps carry set screws, by means of which the side rails 

 or bars of litter are rigidly engaged. 



Two leather bags or pockets are provided; these are attached 

 between the top and bottom distance plates of carrier, and are used 



for carrying bands to secure the wounded, when necessary, bandages, 

 antl medical supplies. Additional rings are supplied, to which may 

 be attached canteens of water, etc. 



A protection from sun and rain may be provided by the use of two 

 shelter halves, always available. 



Col. John Van K. Hoff, Medical Department United States Army, 

 indorses the above, with the following report to the Surgeon-General, 

 United States Army : 



