Hench offers to send Smith information for a story on Camp Lazear.

Cassidy informs Hench that she would like to publish a piece about Walter Reed, the recent dedication ceremony in Cuba, and Hench's continued interest in the story. She inquires if he would be willing to lend manuscripts or reprints that might furnish background material.

Smith requests that Hench send him more information regarding Camp Lazear.

Wylie sends Hench a copy of the letter sent to him by Echeverria, indicating how much Echeverria enjoyed taking part in the Camp Lazear exercises.

Echeverria briefly describes to Wylie the memorial park at Camp Lazear, the ceremony associated with the dedication, and his pleasure at being able to take part in the ceremony.

Hench has returned from the dedication ceremony of Camp Lazear and offers to send Smith clippings and photographs of the dedication.

Smith accepts Hench's offer to document the Camp Lazear dedication as if he were the correspondent for the “Journal of the American Medical Association.” He inquires if Hench knows of someone in Cuba who would be willing to be a correspondent for the journal.

Baker is sending Hench clippings of two articles that appeared in “Excelsior.” He regrets that the reporter published the articles without allowing Rojas and Baker check them, but thinks that the reporter explained cortisone use fairly well.

Hench is sending Caswell two photographs of the Camp Lazear dedication taken with his own camera. Hench will make any desired prints for Caswell once he gets the film from Nogueira.

Hench suggests that Smith invite Nogueira to be the Cuban correspondent for the “Journal of the American Medical Association.” He praises Nogueira for fulfilling his promises in a timely fashion, knowing everyone in Cuban political life, and for his knowledge of medicine.

Rojas requests that Hench send her some photographs of the Camp Lazear dedication. She also invites him to come to San Jose for a rest.

Smith informs Hench that he can wait until the end of January for the Camp Lazear article and would like a photograph from the event.

This telegram relates a loving message of best wishes.

This list includes representatives from universities and institutions paying tribute at the Camp Lazear dedication ceremony. Also included are the names of the honorees.

This list includes the names of the representatives from various universities and institutions present at the Camp Lazear dedication ceremony. It also indicates where the floral tributes were placed and whom they honored.

Nogueira, the Marianao Director of Sanitation, certifies that Hench will fumigate Building No. 1 at Camp Lazear for termites.

The American ambassador requests Hench's presence at a reception.

This receipt lists the cost of the floral tributes for each organization represented at the Camp Lazear dedication ceremony.

This card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of Finlay, Reed, and associates.

The card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of Finlay, Delgado, Reed and associates.

This card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of Finlay.

This card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of Wood.

This card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of Reed.

This card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of Carroll.

This card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of Agramonte.

This card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of Lazear.

This card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of the American, Cuban and Spanish soldiers.

This card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of Sternberg.

This card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of Reed, Moran, Cooke and Kean.

This card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of Walter Reed.

This card was created to accompany a floral wreath presented in honor of Finlay, Delgado, Reed and associates.

This plan shows the seating arrangement for the Camp Lazear dedication banquet.

Official Cuban invitation to the Camp Lazear dedication identifies Building No. 1 as the site of Finlay's discoveries. The invitation includes a program of events, including Hench's speech.

This is an official invitation to the Camp Lazear dedication. It includes a program of events.

Hench explains the difficult socio-political situation in Cuba. He focuses on the confusion surrounding his invitation to receive the Order of Finlay, his difficulties with the Cuban press, and financial irregularities regarding the Camp Lazear fund.

Hench writes about the progress on the Camp Lazear memorial park and states that the park and remains of Building No. 1 are to be dedicated in September.

Hench informs his friends that the dedication of Camp Lazear has been postponed until December 3, 1952, which is Finlay's birthday and “Physicians' Day” in Havana. He is still concerned that the praise for Finlay might overshadow the doctors and volunteers who worked at Camp Lazear.

Hench informs Spies that the dedication of Camp Lazear will be held on Finlay's birthday and “Physicians' Day” in Cuba. He has made his concerns known to Nogueira that Finlay will dominate the affair and that Camp Lazear will be renamed “Parque Finlay.” He suggests Spies visit Camp Lazear when in Cuba to see how the work is progressing.

Hench writes that still has faith in Nogueira, but thinks the American Embassy in Cuba and the Surgeon General should become involved if it is discovered that the Cubans plan to dedicate Camp Lazear and Building No. 1 with new names.

Hench asks Love to check into the [Cuban] situation, since Siler is ill.

Hench stresses the importance of the final name for the Camp Lazear site. He also thinks it is important that the Army medical department and the State Department have representatives at the ceremony. Hench requests that Love contact Siler and Lawrence Reed to find out if they plan to attend the ceremony.

Hench informs Armstrong about the Camp Lazear memorial and his concern about the park and Building No. 1 being named after Finlay. Hench believes that the Army Medical Corps and the State Department should participate in the dedication. He encloses an extensive report on the impending memorialization of Camp Lazear and the participation of the U.S. Army and State Department in the ceremony.

Hench reports to Army Surgeon General [Armstrong] on the impending memorialization of Camp Lazear and the participation of the U.S. Army and State Department in the ceremony. Additional items covered include the tentative date for the dedication, the correct names of the volunteers, the name to be given the memorial, American representatives at the dedication, financial support of the current project, and future improvement of the project by American financial support.

Armstrong suggests that Streit, Commanding General of the Walter Reed Army Medical Center and the Walter Reed Army Hospital, would be the ideal choice to represent the U.S. government at the Camp Lazear dedication ceremonies. He praises Hench's unremitting interest and zeal.

Armstrong informs Hench he will be unable to attend the Camp Lazear dedication, but that he thinks Streit is a more appropriate representative anyway. Furthermore, Lawrence Reed, Blossom Reed and Truby will all be unable to attend as well. He mentions the possibility of financial assistance for representatives, but notes that aid for the memorial would require an act of Congress.

Hench requests that Siler send him the names and addresses of the officers of the Walter Reed Memorial Association. Hench wants to send the names to Nogueira in the hopes that they will be invited, or at least notified, about the dedication of Camp Lazear.

Hench informs Armstrong that he has not heard from Nogueira. Hench hopes that Armstrong can come to the dedication of Camp Lazear.

Siler informs Hench that he requested that Love send him the names and addresses of the officers of the Walter Reed Memorial Association. He inquires if Hench is going to the dedication of Camp Lazear and hopes that he will be in Washington so there can be a meeting of the Association.

Hench informs Siler that he has not heard from Nogueira for over a month and is concerned the park will be dedicated with a different name. He regrets that he will be unable to attend the dedication or a fall meeting of the Walter Reed Memorial Association as he has used up all his vacation and meeting time. He does intend to have a report on the Camp Lazear dedication to present to the Association.

Armstrong informs Hench that James Hanberry's middle name is “Leonard.” He regrets that he will be unable to attend the dedication of Camp Lazear, but is sure that Streit would be happy to attend if it does not conflict with prior commitments.

Hench writes to Armstrong that he has just received a cable from Nogueira informing him that the dedication of Camp Lazear has been postponed until December 3, 1952. Hench is concerned that Finlay will overshadow the American Yellow Fever Commission because December 3 is Finlay's birthday and "Physicians' Day" in Cuba.

Fransway, Armstrong's secretary, informs Hench that Armstrong will be unable to attend the dedication of Camp Lazear. However, Streit will be available for the ceremony.

Hench regrets that Armstrong cannot attend the dedication of Camp Lazear, but is glad that Streit will be in attendance. He will pass on further news from the Cubans when it is available.

Siler regrets the difficulty Hench has had with the Cubans and hopes Finlay doesn't receive all the credit. He solicits Hench's opinion in regards to increasing Blossom Reed's pension.

Hench regrets that Dean and perhaps Pinto will not be mentioned at the dedication ceremony. However, he is delighted that Kean, Truby, Sternberg and Ames will be honored. Hench approves the recommendation to increase the pension for Blossom Reed.

Siler thanks Hench for approving the increased pension for Blossom Reed. He mentions the death of Cooke.

Hench requests that Love and Siler contact the editors of two military journals and encourage them to cover the dedication of Camp Lazear.

Hench thinks that Camp Lazear will be called “Parque Finlay,” which he regrets. He is very distressed after seeing photographs which show that Building No. 1 is being repaired extensively rather than enclosed and preserved. He feels the building will be a replica and not a restoration. He mentions the recent death of Cooke.

Siler is glad Hench will be able to attend the Camp Lazear dedication. He and Love agree with Hench's suggestion to encourage American publications to carry a news item about the dedication.

Hench is delighted to know that Streit has accepted the Cuban invitation to come to the Camp Lazear dedication. He warns Streit that the preservation of Camp Lazear has been a politically sensitive issue. Hench thinks it is important that the Americans are appreciative, but also truthful, about what happened at Camp Lazear. He laments that Building No. 1 has been almost completely torn down in the process of repairing it.

Siler informs Hench that he and Love have both received invitations to the Camp Lazear dedication, but regrets that he will be unable to attend.

Hench regrets that he will be unable to attend the meeting of the Walter Reed Memorial Association. However, he will report to the Association on the Camp Lazear dedication.

Hench makes clear that the Camp Lazear dedication is a significant affair because it is the first time the Cubans have honored Reed. He informs Streit that the Mayo Foundation is placing a wreath beneath the medallion of Finlay and suggests that the Surgeon General might like to do the same.

Hench writes that he will represent the Mayo Foundation at the Camp Lazear dedication. He discusses which groups should present wreaths at the dedication. He has just heard from Nogueira that the park is still called "Camp Lazear" and that Building No. 1 will also retain its name.

Streit likes Hench's idea of having various medical schools and clinics place wreaths beneath the bust of Finlay. He has discussed this with Armstrong, Love, and Siler.

Siler informs Hench that the Walter Reed Memorial Association has authorized funds for a wreath to be placed at Reed's medallion while the Surgeon General commissioned a wreath for Finlay.

Streit inquires if Hench thinks it would be more suitable to place the wreath from the Walter Reed Memorial Association under Finlay's plaque. He has had remarks dictated for possible use in Havana and would appreciate Hench's suggestions.

Hench says Cubans approve of wreath laying. He suggests the Army place one for Finlay. The University of Virginia is placing one in honor of Reed, but the University of Maryland has not responded in regards to Carroll.

Streit states that the Army will provide a wreath for Carroll as well as for Finlay, while the Walter Reed Memorial Association will provide one for Reed.

Streit is keenly disappointed that he is unable to attend the Camp Lazear dedication because of bad weather.

Carbonell informs Hench that, largely through the efforts of Colete, the Cuban government has approved $50,000 for the preservation of Camp Lazear. However, he is unsure how the money will be used.

Hench regrets that he and his wife missed Carbonell's visit when they were in Cuba. He will send Carbonell a copy of the Cuban government's plans for Camp Lazear.

Hench is concerned that the Camp Lazear memorial will be named for Finlay rather than Lazear. He requests that Carbonell discreetly contact Nogueira about the matter.

Carbonell responds to Hench's letter expressing apprehension that the Cuban government will name the Camp Lazear monument after Finlay.

Hench thanks Carbonell for his understanding regarding the naming of the Camp Lazear memorial. He assures Carbonell that the Americans will be grateful no matter what is done.

Carbonell Ponce reassures Hench that the monument will be named the “Monument of Camp Lazear” and that the caseta will remain “Building No. 1.” He has suggested to Nogueira that Hench be acknowledged as the author of the idea of the monument as well as the finder of the caseta.

Carbonell Ponce's drawing shows the placement of Building No. 1, tree, flag, wall, and bronze pictures of participants at the Camp Lazear monument.

Hench is grateful for Carbonell's help, and requests that no recognition be accorded to Hench for his role in preserving Camp Lazear at this time. Hench does not wish to detract from those being memorialized.

Hench describes his research on Reed and his association with the preservation of Camp Lazear. He informs Mandel, a U.S. Customs official, that he will be transporting wood to the United States from Building No. 1, and inquires about the proper way to prepare and ship it.

Quinn informs Hench that the wood from Building No. 1 may have to be fumigated for termites before shipment to the United States. He provides details about duty rate and clearing customs.

Hench thanks Quinn, a U.S. Customs official, for information about shipping wood from Building No.1 to the United States.

Quinn instructs Hench on the best way to ship boards and lumber salvaged from the remains of Building No. 1 from Cuba to the United States.

Hench discusses the rediscovery of Camp Lazear and his desire to erect a Cuban-American Memorial in honor of both Finlay and Reed on the site. He requests permission to personally pay for the construction of a suitable cover to protect Building No. 1.

Hench sends Nogueira the data on persons associated in various ways with the work of the U.S. Army Yellow Fever Board. He inquires whether a date has been set for the dedication of Camp Lazear. Hench suggests names of people who should be invited. Hench discusses the socio-political ramifications surrounding the naming of the site.

Hench informs Nogueira that the U.S. State Department and the Surgeon General's Office would like to receive an official invitation in order to send a representative to the dedication of Camp Lazear. There remain only two survivors from the experiments: Hanberry and Cooke.

Hench is anxious to hear about the plans for the dedication of Camp Lazear. He wants to have American representatives invited and sends the names of the officers of the Walter Reed Memorial Association.

Hench provides the correct spellings of Cooke and Hanberry. Cooke is in ill health and will not be able to travel to Cuba for the dedication of Camp Lazear.

Hench expresses concern about the planned repairs to Building No. 1. He is worried that little of the original building will remain if the repairs are too extensive. Hench had envisioned that the Americans and Cubans could raise enough money to enclose Building No. 1 in a larger structure in order to protect it from the elements. Hench urges Nogueira to save as much of the discarded lumber as possible because souvenirs could be made of the remnants.

Nogueira sends Hench photographs of Building No. 1. The dedication of Camp Lazear will be on December 3, 1952, and he is going to send out the invitations soon. Nogueira wants Hench to attend the Science Academy Session following the dedication, which will be dedicated solely to the work of the Yellow Fever Commission, and for which he will be the principal speaker. He promises to save some of the original wood from Building No. 1 for Hench.

Hench secures a copy of Sternberg's "Report on the Etiology and Prevention of Yellow Fever," and will present it to Nogueira. He wants to know whether he will be invited to the dedication ceremony.

Nogueira sends Hench a list of names to be engraved on memorial plaques for the dedication of Camp Lazear. He explains why some were included and others excluded.

Hench is unable to attend but approves Nogueira's decisions.

Hench generally approves of the selection of names to be honored on a plaque at the dedication of Camp Lazear. He asks to have a phrase clarified from Nogueira's last letter concerning the qualifications necessary to receive the Finlay Award.

Hench informs Nogueira of Cooke's death. Hanberry is now the only surviving volunteer.

Hench inquires when the official invitations will be sent out for the dedication of Camp Lazear and suggests the names of additional individuals who should receive an invitation.

Hench suggests additional individuals to be invited to the dedication of Camp Lazear. He expresses concern about the restoration work on Building No. 1, fearing that it is replication instead of restoration. Hench requests further details about his involvement during the dedication ceremony and Science Academy Session.

Nogueira proposes the Finlay award for Cooke posthumously, and notes that other individuals are being considered for the honor as well. He lists the names of persons receiving an official invitation to attend the dedication of Camp Lazear and describes Hench's role during the ceremony. Hench is to forward a copy of his speech so that it can be translated into Spanish for the Cuban media.

Hench is pleased to hear that Cooke and Hanberry will receive the Order of Finlay and suggests that Truby and Reed's son might be considered for the honor as well. He promises to provide Nogueira with a Spanish translation of his speech.

Jessie Ames writes that she is planning to attend the dedication ceremony at Camp Lazear. She provides Nogueira with a list of names of her three children so that they can receive invitations for the event.

Hench informs Nogueira that Ames' widow would like to attend the dedication ceremony of Camp Lazear.

Nogueira informs Hench that all invitations have gone out for the dedication of Camp Lazear. The official program will be sent out at a later date. He explains Hench's role during the dedication event and his attendance at a meeting of the Cuban Academy of Science. He assures Hench that the renovation of Building No. 1 is going well.

Hench discusses travel preparations for his trip to the dedication of Camp Lazear. Hanberry is hesitant to attend because of financial difficulties. Hench includes a list of names of dignitaries who should receive invitations to the ceremony.

Hench acknowledges receipt of invitations. Hanberry claims that he is unable to travel to Cuba.

Nogueira discusses preparations for the dedication of Camp Lazear. He informs Hench that the President of Cuba will participate in the ceremony. Nogueira hints that family members of the Yellow Fever Board members will receive the Finlay Medal from the Cuban government.

Hench receives permission to lay a wreath beneath Finlay's medallion as a representative of the Mayo Foundation.

Hench discusses his travel plans to Cuba. He informs Nogueira that several representatives of U.S. medical schools want to place wreaths during the dedication ceremony of Camp Lazear.

Jefferson Medical College, from which Finlay graduated, will send a representative to the dedication of Camp Lazear. Hench discusses other preparations for the ceremony.

Hench thanks Nogueira for his hospitality during his stay in Cuba. Hench is trying to salvage parts of Building No. 1 and requests Nogueira's assistance.

Hench informs Phillips about his interest in the fight against yellow fever, his discovery of the original site of Camp Lazear, and the Cuban government's plan to make Camp Lazear into a memorial park to honor all of those connected with the conquest of yellow fever. Hench requests that she make discreet inquiries to learn whether Camp Lazear will retain its name or will be called “Parque Finlay”.

Hench writes that he is anxious to find the service of a Cuban photographer to document the dedication of Camp Lazear.

Phillips informs Hench that the park on the site of Camp Lazear will be called “Campamento Lazear.” Building No. 1 will be called “Caseta No. 1” only, with no reference to Reed. A photographer will be available to take pictures during the dedication ceremony at Camp Lazear. The President of Cuba will speak at the end of the ceremony.

Hench arranges to meet with Rath and General Grant, of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, to discuss the preservation of Camp Lazear.

Rath invites Hench to lunch with himself and General Grant to discuss the preservation of Camp Lazear.

Hench informs Rath of renewed efforts by the Cubans to preserve Camp Lazear, but still believes American help will improve the situation. He requests advice on preserving another Cuban building, whose owners will not entrust its care to the Cuban government.

Hench will arrive late in Washington, and contact Rath when he arrives so that they can meet.

Rath informs Hench that a meeting with General Grant is possible on Monday, February 25.

Hench attempts to finalize plans for a meeting with Rath and General Grant.

Rath hopes that General Grant can join them for lunch on Monday, February 25.

Hench writes that he enjoyed meeting with Rath and General Grant.

Rath thanks Hench for providing him with a clear picture of the Camp Lazear situation. He sends Hench a copy of his letter to Maria Teresa Rojas.

Rath discusses his recent lunch with Hench, and provides Rojas with information about the National Trust for Historic Preservation. He has been unable to obtain information about preservation activities in Cuba, but will continue to search.

Hench has written to Rojas and Cabrera. He hopes that they invite Rath to visit, and offers to help if they do so.

Hench informs Rath that Rojas and Cabrera have invited Rath to visit their farm. Hench writes that the two women are especially concerned about their property due to the recent revolution in Cuba.

Rath has accepted the invitation of Rojas and Cabrera to visit in order to advise them on preservation of their Finca San Jose. He believes that the recent Cuban revolution makes it unlikely that the government would be hospitable to initiating legislation to form a Cuban National Trust.

Hench assures Rath that he should visit Rojas and Cabrera despite the unpromising political climate, because he believes the women need advice now.

Rath sends Hench a copy of his letter to Rojas and Cabrera. He looks forward to his visit with them.

Rath informs Rojas of his travel arrangements and sends a photograph so that she will recognize him.

Rath sends Hench a copy of his report to the National Trust on his visit to the Rojas San Jose farm, and will write-up the full story for Hench as soon as he has time.

Rath describes the Rojas family estate and the adjoining Camp Lazear in terms of their historic significance. He discusses preservation difficulties in Cuba, and outlines Rojas' suggestion that Building No. 1 be taken down and rebuilt on her San Jose property. Rojas would like both properties to be taken over by the American National Trust, and for the Trust to help in setting up a Cuban-American foundation to preserve the property.

Rath informs Hench that the National Trust for Historic Preservation does not deem it possible to take ownership of the Quinta San Jose, as Rojas would prefer, but will cooperate with preservation efforts. He thinks any preservation association must be chartered in Cuba, but might have strong American representation.

Rath lists his travel expenses for the trip to the Finca San Jose.

Hench is delighted that Rath visited the Finca San Jose and is sure his advice will be helpful to Rojas. He sends a check for Rath's expenses.

Rodriguez Leon had hoped to see the Hench's this winter for the award of the Finlay Medal to Hench.

The Hench's will be in Havana in January for a conference, and hope to see her while they are there.

Hench enjoyed his visit with Rodriguez Leon and her husband, and is amused that she congratulated him on the Finlay Medal before he knew he was to receive it. He will keep her informed on Camp Lazear preservation efforts.

Hench is disturbed that plans for the memorial park at Camp Lazear still use Finlay's name in connection with Building No. 1. He requests information regarding newspaper reports about Camp Lazear.

Hench requests information regarding newspaper reports about the Camp Lazear dedication.

Hench informs Rodriguez Leon that he has accepted an invitation to speak at the Camp Lazear dedication, in December. Although Hench is not entirely satisfied with the plans, he thinks it is a step in the right direction.

Hench hopes he will be able to see Rojas and Cabrera when he is in Havana. He sends her a copy of his letter to Nogueira, and hopes she might help Nogueira arrange appointments for Hench related to the Camp Lazear preservation.

The Hench's enjoyed their visit with Rojas and Cabrera. Hench is meeting with Rath and Grant of the National Trust next week, and will show them pictures of the San Jose property.

Hench expresses concern about the recent Cuban revolution. He describes his visit with Rath and Grant of the National Trust, and informs Rojas that he suggested to Rath that he visit the Finca San Jose in order to advise her and Cabrera on preservation efforts.

Hench sends Rojas copies of Cuban plans for the Camp Lazear memorial. He hopes she will agree to have Rath, of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, visit the San Jose property so that he may offer preservation advice.

Rojas informs Hench that nothing can be predicted in relation to the preservation of Camp Lazear because the political situation is unstable. She discusses visiting with Rath so that he might advise them on the preservation of the San Jose property which has historical links to Camp Lazear. Rojas believes the San Jose property may be of interest to both the United States and Cuba for this reason.

Hench writes that he is glad Rojas will permit Rath to visit the Finca San Jose to offer advice on preservation.

Rath suggests a schedule for his visit to the Finca San Jose, and hopes to offer Rojas advice on preservation of the property.

Rojas believes the new Cuban administration will, in time, be beneficial for the preservation of Camp Lazear. Rojas also believes that Rath will offer worthwhile advice on the preservation of the Finca San Jose.

Rojas thanks Hench for arranging Rath's visit and is sure he will be able to advise her on preserving the Finca San Jose. Rath felt that the restoration of Building No. 1 would be very expensive. Saladrigas informed her that the Cuban government would not add to the $25,000 supplied by the previous administration. Rojas discusses the political situation involving Nogueira and the present government.

Rojas thanks Hench for arranging Rath's visit and is sure he will be able to advise them on preserving the Finca San Jose. Rath felt that the restoration of Building No. 1 would be very expensive, and Saladrigas informed her that the Cuban government would not add to the $25,000 supplied by the previous administration. Rojas discusses the political situation involving Nogueira and the present government.

Rojas sends Hench photographs of the Camp Lazear work. She has heard that the mayor of Marianao is involved with the project.

Rojas sends Hench photographs of the Camp Lazear work. She has heard that the mayor of Marianao is involved in the project.

Hench sends Rojas enclosures to review concerning the history of yellow fever.

Hench requests information about the naming of the Camp Lazear memorial. He plans to send her copies of Kelly's book on Reed, the Sternberg biography, and Senate Document 822. Hench advises her to get a copy of Carlos E. Finlay's book about his father.

Rojas describes her travels in Europe and refers to correspondence between Hench and Nogueira.

Rojas describes her travels in Europe and refers to correspondence between Hench and Nogueira.

Hench expresses his concerns about the naming of the Camp Lazear memorial and the renovation of Building No. 1. He notes that the date of the dedication has been changed. Hench asks Rojas to review the material he sent and offers her advice. He provides family news.

Hench expresses his concerns about the naming of the Camp Lazear memorial and the renovation of Building No. 1. He requests that Rojas speak with Nogueira about the project.