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John M. Galt to Alexander Galt, circa 1858 September

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 10, Folder: 106
Identifier: id108515

Scope and Contents

Gabriella Galt is far happier when her house is full of boarders than when it is empty. Her one purpose is to care for her sister, whose condition rarely changes. Some of Gabriella's immediate family are buried in the Hospital grounds, and she just had a wall put around their graves. Miss Dix visited them in June. Gabriel Williamson and his family are living on a fairly new "country-seat" "on the left hand road to the mill-pond." The "recent revolution in the Asylum" led to Dr. Williamson being "reinstated in his former position-- i.e. living in the building." Mr. Barziza intends to remain in Texas. Mr. Pryor's school resumes in the fall. Discusses Mr. Pryor's confirmation and joining the Baptist Church. During the last year the College lost Professors Washington and Minor. Discusses recent decisions and actions of the Visitors concerning the College. Summarizes the annual circular of the Jefferson Medical College. This has been an excellent year for fruit. The Asylum has 274 patients, and can hold no more than 300. Approves of the Legislature's decision on the placement of a third asylum.

Dates

  • Creation: circa 1858 September

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Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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Extent

From the Collection: 129.00 Linear Feet

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository

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