William Jay Smith, Poet and Craftsman of Rhythm, Dies at 97. William Jay Smith in 1990. William Jay Smith, a former United States poet laureate whose work was known both for its acuteness of observation and acuteness of craftsmanship, died on Tuesday in Pittsfield, Mass. He was 97. His son, Gregory Jay Smith, confirmed the death.
To help control tremor in your hand or arm when you are trying to use the hand, press the affected elbow against your body to stabilize your upper arm and then perform the movement. Wearing a rigid brace across a joint or putting a little weight on the hand may help to reduce tremor and restore control.
Treat a Broken Hand. 1  Control any bleeding that may have been caused by the initial injury. Clean all wounds with alcohol or an antiseptic, and cover with a bandage or gauze. 2  Apply an ice pack to the injured area, taking care not to let the ice touch the skin by first wrapping the area with a clean cloth or towel.