This is a draft of a reply to Hench's questions.

Hench's list records microfilmed documents from the National Archives, including official reports and correspondence concerning Columbia Barracks Post Hospital, from 1899 to 1901.

In a numbered list, Hench names and identifies the figures in the Cornwell yellow fever painting.

Notes by an unknown author on the notebook found at the New York Academy of Medicine discuss references to the yellow fever experiments.

Hench remarks on the history of the experiments that led to the conquest of yellow fever.

Andrus describes his role as a volunteer in the yellow fever experiments.

Pogolotti sends New Year greetings to Hench.

Macia discusses the feasibility of preserving the site of Camp Lazear.

Hench explains Moran's and Kissinger's differing memories of the yellow fever experiments. He informs Truby that he wants to write an account that will glorify all concerned with the Yellow Fever Commission.

Crane congratulates Hench on his article, "The Conquerors of Yellow Fever." He would like to secure a copy of Dean Cornwell's painting to add it to his collection dealing with Medical History.

McClain informs Hench that he is sending him copies of the Alumni Bulletin, from Washington and Jefferson College.

Withington mentions the publication of a third series of paintings entitled "Pioneers of American Medicine." Withington suggests a meeting in order to discuss this series. He requests information on Walter Reed.

Hench requests extending the loan of a library book for photocopying purposes.

Bay grants Hench permission to keep the library book as long as needed for photocopying purposes.

Truby suggests several corrections for Hench's article. He maintains that Kissinger volunteered before Moran and mentions his plans to work on his own paper. He invites Hench to visit him.

Hench poses questions regarding the yellow fever experiments because he knows that Kean had connections with Reed.

Hench thanks Bay for the extension of the library book loan.

Hutchison sends Hench autographed pictures of Kissinger and Moran. He also discusses his latest family trip.

Truby informs Hench that he will send photographs under a separate cover. He appreciated Hench's comments on his manuscript, but he doesn't agree with all of his views about what happened in Cuba.

Hench requests microfilms and photostats from the Army Medical Library pertaining to the yellow fever investigation.

Hench gently chides Hutchison for omitting to send the promised autographed pictures of Kissinger and Moran. Hench requests additional copies of "A Milestone." He also solicits fundraising advice for a planned memorial in Havana, Cuba.

Hench informs Macia that he is anxious to make the final arrangements to memorialize Camp Lazear. He hopes that Macia and his partners will join him in this endeavour.

Hench thanks Sigerist for his offer to publish his paper on yellow fever in the Johns Hopkins "Bulletin of the History of Medicine."

Hench expresses gratitude for the receipt of the Alumni Bulletin, from Washington and Jefferson College, but requests additional copies. He wants to use the publication in connection with his campaign to memorialize Camp Lazear.

Hench suggests meeting with Cornwell and Withington to discuss a possible future painting to be included in their series entitled "Pioneers of American Medicine." He offers to present them with his research on the Yellow Fever Commission. Hench discusses his memorial plans in Cuba.

Kean apologizes for a delay in returning to Hench a box of materials and an annotated list. He comments on information that was provided to Hench by Angles and on Hemmeter's article on Carroll. He gives information about where Lazear was buried in Cuba, and about the later transfer of his remains to the United States.

Kean comments on the controversy over Agramonte's role in the mosquito work. He answers, in detail, questions based on Hench's reading of Kean's diary. He emphasizes that Reed never told him Lazear's infection was experimental. He believes Lazear's careful records enabled Reed to understand the yellow fever incubation period.

Hallock informs Hench that the inaccuracies in the Walter Reed filmstrip have been corrected and that Hench will receive a copy of the film. Autographed notes by Hench are included in the letter.

Brewer requests that [Hench?] complete the biographical questionnaire for the Washington and Jefferson Alumni catalogue.

Hutchison apologizes for not being able to send the requested number of reprints. He suggests asking Pew for a donation toward the yellow fever memorial in Havana. Hutchison promises that Mabel Lazear will receive a copy of the program and memorial plate honoring her husband.

Truby provides detailed replies to the questions Hench posed about Truby's manuscript on the yellow fever experiments. He doubts the accuracy of Agramonte's accounts of the experiments.

Sigerist informs Hench that Johns Hopkins is unable to publish Hench's various papers as a monograph.

Hench advises that a model of Camp Columbia be corrected. He also requests to have photographs taken of the model.

Hench asks the reference librarian about the availability of material pertaining to the work of the U.S. Army Yellow Fever Commission in 1900.

Hench requests copies of publications pertaining to the U.S. Army Yellow Fever Commission.

Hench requests permission to examine Agramonte's papers during his next trip to Havana. He assures Rodriguez Leon that he wants to give due credit to her father's work. Hench is trying to identify the location depicted in the photograph that she loaned to him.

Hench asks for any available copies of the brochure "A Mile Post" and/or Alumni Bulletins, from Washington and Jefferson College. Hench questions a request for his biographical data from Washington and Jefferson College officials since he assumes they have it already on file.

Hench requests documents dealing with U.S. Army activities in Cuba between 1899 and 1902.

Hench writes about presenting documentary evidence to the Cuban government on the actual location of Camp Lazear. Hench will send a brochure which includes his speech concerning Lazear and the yellow fever work.

Hench thanks Adams for the copy of a map of Camp Columbia. He requests additional maps of sites used by the U.S. Army Yellow Fever Board, in 1900-1901.

McClain writes that he will send Hench a package of "A Mile Post" brochures. He reports that there are no additional copies of Alumni Bulletins. The film made during Founders' Day celebration at the college turned out well.

[Hench's?] list of yellow fever correspondents records the names and addresses of Americans and Cubans with whom he corresponded for his yellow fever research.

Truby feels that he has provided Hench information in accordance with Kean's views and hopes they have provided Hench with better information than what he gathered in Cuba.

Rodriguez Leon criticizes the sketches for the Cornwell painting. She believes that they are neither historically nor culturally accurate.

Hutchison regrets that no additional copies of the Alumni Bulletin are available. Mabel Lazear will receive the memorial plate honoring Jesse Lazear. He requests that Hench complete the biographical questionnaire for the Alumni Directory.

Lhotka explains the procedure for an inter-library loan. He lists all documents containing information on the work of the Yellow Fever Commission.

Kellogg feels it is essential that Hench see the preliminary sketches before Cornwell begins the work on canvas.

Kellogg thanks Hench for providing so much information for Cornwell's painting. He will discuss changes in the painting with Cornwell.

Willis informs Hench that photographs have been made of the Camp Columbia model.

Hench requests photographs showing the Camp Columbia model, which he wishes to copy and distribute to interested parties, including Truby and Kean.

Viets invites Hench to submit a manuscript, on Jesse Lazear's work in Cuba, for publication in the "Bulletin of the Medical Library Association."

Hench sends payment for the memorial plate sent to Mabel Lazear. Hench promises to send biographical information for the Alumni Directory.

Hench thanks McClain for the additional brochures. He is curious to see the film made during the dedication ceremony of the Lazear Building.

Willis sends Hench the negatives which he requested and thanks Hench for a reprint.

McClain encloses a receipt for the amounts given to Washington and Jefferson College as gifts during the year 1940.

Hench thanks Willis for the negatives of the Camp Columbia model and promises to return them as soon as they are copied.

Kellogg discusses his conversation with Cornwell and the changes that are planned for the yellow fever painting. Hench may take the preliminary sketches to Cuba with him if he likes.

[Kellogg] discusses his meeting with Hench, as well as proposed changes to the Cornwell painting based on Hench's suggestions. He includes a list of questions for Truby concerning details that will appear in the painting.

Hench describes four papers dealing with the historical research on yellow fever. He prefers to have all four published as a small monograph.

Harwick comments on Hench's annual report. Hench will continue working on experimental jaundice and researching the history of yellow fever.

Angles explains why Cubans are fearful that Finlay will be robbed of his glory.

Hench explains the painting of Walter Reed proposed by the John Wyeth Company. He criticizes the dominant role of Finlay in their preliminary sketches and offers suggestions to improve upon the scene.

Hench informs Rodriguez Leon that he hopes to meet with her in Cuba next month. He describes a planned portrait of the conquerors of yellow fever by the Wyeth Company, and asks whether there are photographs of her father and one of his uniforms to be used in authenticating details for the painting.

Hench sends Kellogg photographs to be used by Cornwell for changes to the yellow fever painting. He discusses Clara Maass, the Cubans' representation of Finlay's work, and a need for two versions of the painting to please both Americans and Cubans.

Freer informs Hench that no record of a map of Camp Columbia made in 1900 or 1901 could be found. He will send Hench two additional maps prepared in 1902 and 1907.

Parsons lists the names of newspapers and magazines published in Havana, Cuba, which are available at the Periodical Division of the Library of Congress. "La Discusion," from February 8, 1901, shows a front-page cartoon ridiculing various theories on yellow fever - including the mosquito vector.

Andrus appreciates Hench's input concerning the manuscript Andrus wrote about his own experience as a volunteer in the yellow fever experiments. He discusses the manuscript, entitled “The Tale of a Guinea Pig.” and encloses a copy.

Hench requests the key to the numbered buildings shown in a 1902 map of Columbia Barracks.

Hench requests a large number of U.S. government publications published between 1898 and 1902. These documents are necessary for the preparation of a report to the Cuban government.

The "Bulletin of the Medical Library Association" accepts Hench's papers on yellow fever for publication.

Hench thanks Gooch for a copy of published reports by the Military Governor of Cuba for the years 1899 to 1901. He requests similar reports for the years 1898 and 1902. Hench is also looking for official documents referring to the "Cuban War" and the American intervention thereafter.

Tisdel provides a list of government publications that are available and those which are out-of-print.

Hench orders publications from the U.S. Government Printing Office and encloses a check to cover the charges.

Hench comments on Truby's suggestions regarding the Cornwell yellow fever painting.

Schwegmann, Jr. informs Hench about the price of microfilms from the Library of Congress. He encloses order forms.

Schwegmann, Jr. informs Hench about services the Library of Congress's Photoduplication Service provides for its patrons.

The U.S. Government Printing Office acknowledges receipt of Hench's order. The publication requested is currently out-of-stock.

Kellogg informs Moran that a series of paintings entitled "Pioneers of American Medicine" is planned. Moran will receive copies of the first two paintings, produced by Cornwell. Kellogg requests a photograph of Moran taken around the year 1900.

Kellogg informs Lawrence Reed that he will receive copies of the first two paintings in the series "Pioneers of American Medicine." He requests to meet with Lawrence Reed.

Kellogg informs Andrus about the series of paintings entitled "Pioneers of American Medicine," produced by John Wyeth & Brother, Inc. The third painting will be entitled "The Conquest of Yellow Fever."

Kellogg sends Cooke copies of the first two paintings in the "Pioneers of American Medicine" series. Kellogg requests permission to contact Cooke again in order to obtain data for the next painting.

Freer informs Hench that his office cannot find the key to the map of Columbia Barracks, Cuba. However, he suggests that a participant from the time period might be able to help. Furthermore, there is no record that a map of Camp Lazear was ever prepared.

Hench thanks Viets for his offer to consider publishing Hench's yellow fever papers in the "Bulletin of the Medical Library Association."

Truby discusses the plan to commission a painting of the Yellow Fever Board, including Finlay. He will ask Andrus and England for verification of locations and hopes his letter to Ramos was sufficient.

Hench requests that Pogolotti review his report concerning the true location of Camp Lazear before he sends it to Ramos.

Hench requests that Rojas review his report on the true location of Camp Lazear. He informs her that he plans to visit Havana soon.

Hench discusses his report on the true location of Camp Lazear. He requests additional information from Webster.

Hench requests that Rodriguez-Leon review his report to Ramos, concerning the true location of Camp Lazear, before he arrives in Havana.

Hench summarizes his research on the yellow fever commission and sends Ramos his report concerning the true site of Camp Lazear.

Hench informs Truby that he is planning a trip to Havana, and so would like Truby and Kean to write letters of introduction to Ramos.

Hench's report concerning the true site of Camp Lazear includes a synopsis of the yellow fever experiments, maps, photographs, quotations from Senate documents, and supporting letters from Kean, Cooke and Truby.

Kellogg discusses the Cornwell painting in progress, proposed changes to the painting, and the possibility of producing a second painting to appease critics in Cuba.

Kellogg informs Kean about revisions to the proposed painting “Conquerors of Yellow Fever,” and asks for Kean's advice. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Kean discusses a book he is reading about Finlay. He agrees to write a letter to Ramos.

Kean discusses the layout of Camp Lazear. He thinks the location of Camp Lazear is settled by Rojas' daybook entries. He wrote to Dominguez and pointed out the errors in his book.

Kean assures Ramos that Hench is correct about the location of Camp Lazear, and gives a little of his own history in Cuba to indicate that he himself has knowledge of the places.

Truby supports Hench's efforts to establish a memorial at Camp Lazear.

[Hench] thanks Truby for his letter of support to the Cuban government. He finds fault with Truby's description of the location of the yellow fever ward as northwest of the hospital grounds.

Hench wants Cooke to look over his report to prove the actual location of Camp Lazear. The report will be presented to Ramos in Cuba. Hench requests that Cooke write to Ramos if he supports Hench's claim.

Truby acknowledges his error in saying “northwest” instead of “southwest” in regard to the location of the yellow fever grounds.

Gomez requests information that he can use to show the Cuban government the part that Wyeth Company is playing in publicizing Finlay's work.

Ireland thanks Hench for his manuscript, which he promises to review carefully. He hopes to meet Hench in Washington soon.

Armstrong thanks Hench for sending him a copy of his address on Lazear, given at the dedication of the Lazear Memorial Building at Washington and Jefferson College. He congratulates him on finding the true site of Camp Lazear and his efforts to erect a memorial on the site.

Webster apologizes for the delay in answering Hench's last letter. He has not yet met with Moran.

Hench thanks Truby for making corrections in his letter to Ramos.

Jordan thanks Hench for a copy of his speech about Lazear, which was given during the dedication of the Lazear Memorial Building at Washington and Jefferson College.

Hench orders two copies of Carlos E. Finlay's book about his father and yellow fever.

Wheeler thanks Hench for the items he sent her concerning yellow fever.

Clemons expresses gratitude for receiving Hench's card and various newspaper clippings. He requests a copy of Hench's speech delivered at the Lazear Building dedication.

McClain returns photographs to Hench, which had been believed lost.

Hench requests copies of Mabel Lazear's photographs and discusses Agramonte's daughter. He recommends taking sketches of the "Cuban versions" of the painting rather than the originals to Cuba with him.

Hench is pleased that Rodriguez Leon will assist the Wyeth Company with details for the planned conquerors of yellow fever painting.

Rodriguez Leon criticizes the sketches for the Cornwell painting, writing that they do not accurately depict Cuban settings and personalities.

Kean disagrees with Hench's proposal for the yellow fever painting. He also describes Finlay as an honest man but lacking a truly scientific mind.

Hutchison discusses an issue of "True Comics," which featured the story about Lazear. He writes that he has subscribed to the publication and has ordered additional copies for local schoolchildren.

Kissinger complains about the conflicting stories concerning the yellow fever experiments. He discusses his willingness to participate in the human experiments.

Kellogg discusses his efforts to assuage critics in Cuba. He will send Hench photographs of the preliminary "Cuban versions" of Cornwell's painting.

Kellogg thanks Agramonte's daughter for her comments on the Cornwell sketches and describes planned changes to the painting.

Kellogg refers to Dominguez's book on Finlay's work, which he has not yet read. Kellogg discusses Finlay's mosquito vector theory and the later work of the Yellow Fever Commission. Kellogg is anxious that all involved receive due credit for the conquest of yellow fever and that too much emphasis on Finlay's contributions be avoided.

Kellogg thanks Hench for the letter, from Agramonte's daughter, in which she criticized the preliminary sketches of Cornwell's painting.

Malaret informs Hench that Ramos is away but will schedule an appointment with Hench when he returns.

Hench wonders if Agramonte was with Lazear at his death because Carroll claimed that Agramonte had left three days earlier.

Cooke approves Hench's report on his investigation of the actual site of Camp Lazear. He feels that the definite proof of the exact location, and its preparation as a memorial to the Yellow Fever Commission, is a valuable historic achievement. An attached autograph note provides physical details of the site.

Cooke endorses Hench's findings concerning the actual sites of Camp Lazear and the Yellow Fever Hospital. Cooke expresses hope that the site will be preserved as a fitting memorial to the conquest of yellow fever by Finlay, Reed and his colleagues.

Albertini thanks Hench for his letter and interesting items concerning yellow fever. He hopes to meet Hench after his arrival in Havana.

Hench comments on the Lazear story in "True Comics." Hench also discusses his travel plans in Cuba and his presentation to the Cuban Minister of Defense.

Gooch responds to Hench's questions concerning Gooch's yellow fever research.

Kellogg reports on his visit with Andrus and notes suggestions Andrus made for the Cornwell painting.

Hench requests Report No. 841, 71st Congress from the Government Printing Office.

Hench writes that he is glad the autographed photographs of Moran and Kissinger have been found.

Hench will be in Florida and Havana for several weeks. He informs Wheeler that he will leave the yellow fever data from her library in his office.

Truby confirms that Agramonte did not visit Lazear when he was sick nor did he attend the funeral.

Hench asks Cooke to edit his letter to Ramos, requesting that he emphasize Finlay's contribution.

Hench informs Kissinger about his plans to purchase the site of Camp Lazear and the remains of Building No. 1. He discusses his correspondence with Kean and Truby and his intention to find incontrovertible evidence concerning the yellow fever story.

Hench thinks Kellogg handled the Cuban situation well. He comments on the Finlay supporters in Cuba. Hench discusses the Cornwell painting in progress and the suggestions Kellogg has received from various men concerning the painting.

Ramos informs Hench that he will meet with him.

Tisdel informs Hench that House Report No. 841, 71st Congress is not available.

Cooke complies with Hench's suggested alterations to his letter to Ramos. He thanks Hench for all the material Hench sent him concerning the Lazear Memorial celebration.

Dominguez attempts to prove that Carlos Finlay discovered the method of transmission of yellow fever.

Clemons adds a copy of "A Mile Post" to the material at the Alderman Library, University of Virginia, on the conquest of yellow fever. He congratulates Hench for establishing the actual site of Camp Lazear.

McKenna lists room prices at the Hotel Nacional de Cuba, in Havana.

Kellogg discusses the depiction of soldier volunteers in the Cornwell painting. He will test reactions to the painting in Cuba before distributing it.

Kellogg decides to give Cornwell artistic license over historical accuracy. He appreciates Kean's suggestions.

Kellogg informs Kean of the difficulties of balancing historical accuracy against the requirements of artistic composition in the painting “Conquerors of Yellow Fever.” [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Kean criticizes the sketches for the Cornwell painting and discusses the anti-Reed sentiment in Cuba.

Kean asserts that Finlay was the discoverer of the transmission of yellow fever by mosquito and that Reed's demonstration of the theory led to its acceptance by the scientific world. He expresses a dislike for the grouping of men in the yellow fever painting.

Bullard writes that he will be happy to meet with Hench.

Angles is satisfied with the handling of the Finlay question.

Hench offers more suggestions for the Cornwell painting.

Fors informs Hench that it is not possible to definitively date the trees found around the site Hench believes to be Building No. 1.

This letter certifies that Hench has taken possession of Building No. 1, located on the Finca San Jose. The reverse of the document is notarized in English with the seal of the American Consulate in Havana, Cuba.

Macia agrees with Hench that the original site of Camp Lazear is located on the Finca San Jose. He discusses the history of this area and explains physical changes on this property due to quarrying work.

Viets offers to submit some of Hench's yellow fever papers to the "Bulletin of the Medical Library Association" for publication.

In evaluating the Reed versus Finlay debate, Kean states that Reed converted a discredited hypothesis into an established doctrine.

Hench's secretary informs Viets that Hench is out of town, therefore he will not be able to submit his yellow fever papers on time.

Truby finds Agramonte's statements greatly exaggerated. He also faults the sketch proposed for the yellow fever painting.

This is Hench's write-up of his interview with Bullard, focusing on Bullard's experience during the yellow fever experiments. Hench's autograph notes are included.

Bullard reports about his experiences in Cuba during the yellow fever experiments.

Bullard describes his experiences in Cuba in connection with the yellow fever experiments.

Ramos assures Hench that the Cuban government and health workers appreciate the effort Hench has made to locate the Camp Lazear site, and acknowledges the tribute owed to Lazear.

Recio praises Hench for his historical research on the yellow fever story. He enthusiastically supports the memorialization of the Camp Lazear site and feels it will be greatly appreciated by future generations. He offers to enlist the support of high Cuban government officials.

Andrus writes that some of the enlisted men thought it highly unlikely that Lazear would have allowed a stray mosquito to bite him. It was known that Carroll was inoculated by mosquito-bite, but not clear if that was the cause of Carroll's disease as he also had been in the epidemic zone. He looks forward to Hench's comments on his manuscript.

Hench informs Viets that he is unable to submit his yellow fever papers for publication at this time.

Hench thanks Ara for the aerial pictures of the Military Hospital in Havana. As requested, Ara will receive a copy of the "Proceedings of the Mayo Clinic Staff Meetings" on a regular basis.

Hench thanks Iglesias for his hospitality during his visit to the Military Hospital. He informs him that he will receive a copy of the "Proceedings of the Mayo Clinic Staff Meetings" on a regular basis.

Hench thanks Ascanio for the hospitality extended to him during his visit to the Military Hospital. Copies of the "Proceedings of the Mayo Clinic Staff Meetings" will be sent to him and his friends regularly.

Hench informs Gonzalez that he will receive a complimentary copy of the "Proceedings of the Mayo Clinic Staff Meetings" on a regular basis.

Hench hopes that the sites affiliated with the conquest of yellow fever will be memorialized. Hench solicits Recio' help in obtaining a statement from the Cuban government as evidence that it accepted Hench's report on the actual site of Camp Lazear. He offers to write an abstract of the report for a Cuban medical journal, and hopes that the Cuban media will also be informed of the discovery.

Hench requests Ramos' help in raising funds for a memorial in Cuba.

Hench is anxious to discuss his questions with Kean.

Hench inquires as to whether the Library of Congress has a copy of Memoria del Hospital Numero Uno.

Kean laments that the Ames family is trying to get Roger Post Ames included in the Yellow Fever Roll of Honor. He also discusses Camp Lazear.

Ramos assures Hench that the Cuban government and health workers appreciate the effort Hench has made to locate the Camp Lazear site, and acknowledges the tribute owed to Lazear.

Ramos assures Hench that the Cuban government and health workers appreciate the effort Hench has made to locate the Camp Lazear site, and acknowledges the tribute owed to Lazear.

Gooch informs Hench that the information he requested is available at the Library of Congress.

Hench's questionnaire deals with myriad topics, including: Moran and Kissinger, locations of hospitals and living quarters, the X.Y. case, Kean's case of yellow fever, and the discovery that someone had removed all the papers from Reed's desk after his death.

Cornwell thanks Hench for the data on foods affecting migraines, and for his interest in the yellow fever painting.

Kellogg gives Hench information on the upcoming unveiling of the Cornwell painting.

Hench is grateful to Ireland for his interest in the preservation of Camp Lazear and Building No. 1. Hench and Moran will make inquiries into the cost of the preservation.

Kellogg discusses Hench's travel expenses and the guest list for the unveiling of the Cornwell painting.

Kellogg will invite Ireland to the unveiling of the Cornwell painting. He discusses Hench's speech for the event.

Ireland informs Hench of his upcoming travel plans.

Hench discusses his speech for the upcoming unveiling of the Cornwell portrait and suggests guests to be invited by Kellogg.

Hamer replies to Hench's request for an estimate of the cost of reproduction of documents relating to Walter Reed and the study of Yellow Fever.

Simpson sends Hench a print made from a framed picture. He offers to bring the original with him when he sees Hench next, as he believes it might be useful for Hench's Walter Reed collection.

Hench hopes to see Ireland in Cleveland when the Wyeth company will give a preview of their Walter Reed Yellow Fever painting.

Hench thanks Simpson for the photograph he sent. He informs him that he will speak during a preview unveiling of the Walter Reed Yellow Fever group painting, and invites Simpson to attend.

Hench invites Carroll to attend the unveiling of the Walter Reed Yellow Fever group painting.

Hench seeks assistance in locating maps of Camp Columbia and summarizes his discovery of the lost Camp Lazear.

Hench sends some photographs to Bullard. He has not had time to write up Bullard's story, but will do so soon.

Hench requests information about the Walter Reed Memorial Day. He describes his research on the conquest of yellow fever.

Hamer replies to Hench's request concerning material relating to yellow fever in Cuba.

Bullard sends Hench some photographs. He was happy to meet with Hench.

Bullard thanks Hench for the snapshots. He is looking forward to receiving Hench's write-up about him.

Hench is anxious about speaking at the upcoming unveiling of the Cornwell painting. He presses Kellogg for details about the event and the painting.

Andrus informs Hench that his manuscript, which detailed his role in the yellow fever experiments, was rejected by Hearst publications.

Hench discusses his speech for the upcoming unveiling of the Cornwell portrait and requests more details on the event and on the painting.

This draft includes Hench's autograph revisions.

Blanton informs Hench that the annual meeting of the historical section of the Richmond Academy of Medicine is called "Walter Reed Day," not "Walter Reed Memorial Day."

Kellogg supplies Hench with details on the upcoming unveiling of the Cornwell painting. He discusses Law's introduction of Hench, the guest list, Hench's speech, the planned order of proceedings, and the painting.

Kellogg has read Hench's address on the unveiling of Cornwell's painting with pleasure. He will rearrange the schedule and have sections of the speech released to the press.

Hench orders photocopies of yellow fever material from the Library of Congress.

Hench requests permission to look at telegrams sent and received by the Surgeon General's office between 1900 and 1901.

Law notes the unveiling and reception to introduce Cornwell's painting, “Conquerors of Yellow Fever”, and lists honorary guests.

Hench thanks Bullard for the photographs, but requests that Bullard autograph them for posterity and identification purposes.

Hench requests permission to borrow Dominguez's manuscript in English. The manuscript deals with Carlos Finlay and his yellow fever work.

Kean points out misinformation written in an article about Kissinger.

Schnurr relays to Hench that Kissinger suffered a stroke and is unconscious.

Hench thanks Franck for her work.

Hench requests that Simpson show his yellow fever material to a publisher for possible publication.

Bullard returns the autographed photographs to Hench. He requests that Hench spell the Cuban capital's name correctly, i.e. "Habana" instead of "Havana."

Hench expresses concerned about Kissinger's health.

Hench writes to [his parents] about his recent trip east; where he attended medical conventions, spoke at the unveiling of Dean Cornwell's “Conquerors of Yellow Fever” painting, and enjoyed alumni events at his alma mater.

Hench informs Simpson of Kissinger's severe stroke and asks that he write a note to Kissinger's wife. Hench receives a photograph taken during the unveiling of the Walter Reed Yellow Fever painting, and offers to send Simpson a copy.

Gill sends Hench a manuscript of Francisco Dominguez's biography of Carlos J. Finlay.

Hench discusses the Kissinger interview, which was published in a Cleveland newspaper. He offers his opinion on the role played by Kissinger during the yellow fever experiments.

Simpson comments on Kissinger's stroke and requests a photograph of the Cornwell painting unveiling. He informs Hench that two men connected with medical journals are eager to publish Hench's speech on the yellow fever story, which he delivered at the unveiling ceremony.

Brooke informs Hench that records related to Reed and the yellow fever experiments are available for his use.

Hench informs [Edmundson] of Kissinger's stroke.

Hench thanks Law for courtesies shown him during the Cornwell portrait unveiling. He informs Law that Kissinger has had a stroke and is not expected to live.

Kean writes that he regrets his treatment of Kissinger. Ireland gave him a good report of the address by Hench.

Hench thanks Reed for lending her copy of her father's letters to him, and informs her of his plans for returning them to her. He also expresses the hope that she will have the letters published.

Hench sends Reed a copy of a talk he has given at the dedication of the Lazear Memorial Building at Washington and Jefferson College. He mentions the possibility of visiting her later. He also inquires as to whom she might have given some of her husband's letters, especially those from October 1900 to January 1901.

Hench thanks Brooke for locating the Walter Reed records and writes that he hopes to come to Washington in the fall.

Hench sends Simpson a photograph from the Cornwell painting unveiling and comments on Kissinger's condition after his stroke. He is not sure that the medical journal publishers are as interested in his yellow fever speech as Simpson believes them to be.

Hench thanks Gill for loaning him the Dominguez manuscript on Finlay, and would like to be informed when a publication decision is made.

Hench thanks Bullard for the autographed photographs. He describes the unveiling, performed by his daughter, of the Walter Reed painting. He includes the names of dignitaries in attendance. Kissinger suffered a major stroke after the unveiling.

Hench questions Ascanio about a photograph and map he had asked Ascanio to acquire for him.

Hench gives suggestions of publishers for Reed's manuscript. He also lists errors in her manuscript.

Hamer requests that Hench supply him with the titles of articles and books he has published which use substantial information from the National Archives.

Hench discusses the ethics of having his yellow fever talk reprinted and distributed by the Wyeth Company. A note by Hewitt on the second page states that he sees no ethical problems with publication.

Kean hopes Hench will act as the guardian of the Yellow Fever Roll of Honor and will see that no other person be included by Congress.

Bullard provides Hench with dates for the photographs which he had sent.

Hench informs Simpson about Kissinger's failing health.

Kellogg discusses the publication of Hench's remarks on the Cornwell painting in medical journals. The Wyeth Company will provide color inserts of the painting for publication.

Hench requests copies of Camp Columbia maps for himself and for the Cuban Chief of Engineers of Military City. He explains his research on the yellow fever experiments and Camp Lazear.

Hench informs Hamer that he never received the material he requested from the National Archives.

Hench is seeking copies of Camp Columbia maps for himself and for the Cuban Chief of Engineers of Military City.

Hench is thrilled to have the Reed contract and appreciates the Agramonte and Sternberg letters. He notes that soon he will be able to see the correspondence between the Yellow Fever Board and the Surgeon General. He mentions that Kissinger had had a stroke.

Hamer is sending copies of the requested documents, but informs Hench that most of the documents he has requested are scattered through too many files for his staff to find and copy. He invites Hench to come and examine the documents himself.

Hamer acknowledges Hench's letter and promises he will give his attention to the matter.

This list includes sanitary reports, inspection reports and disease reports. Furthermore, there are numerous documents listed concerning Reed.

This microfilm includes the medical history of Columbia Barracks Post Hospital and records from the War Department, Office of the Adjutant General.

Hench responds to Wood's letter, in which she informed him of her project to write the story of Walter Reed for children. He discusses his two chief discoveries: that Lazear probably was bitten deliberately and secretly, and the location of Camp Lazear. He is sending her two of his manuscripts and offers copies of some of his material. He suggests she contact Emilie Lawrence Reed.

Hench asks Reed's permission to show Laura Wood Roper copies of Walter Reed's letters.

Hench inquires into the health of Kissinger who suffered a debilitating stroke.

Hench inquires about a book concerning Military Hospital No. 1, in Havana.

Hench describes his yellow fever research and his speech at the unveiling of the Cornwell painting, suggesting that Fishbein might be interested in publishing the speech, perhaps including a reproduction of the painting, in the journal "Hygeia."

Hench requests that Cornwell omit the mustache from Moran's image in the yellow fever painting.

Edmundson informs Hench that he enjoyed the Cornwell painting unveiling and that he hopes Kissinger will recover.

Kean discusses withholding some confidential material from Laura Wood Roper and recommends Kissinger enter a Veteran's Bureau Hospital.

Kellogg informs Hench that the Moran figure in Cornwell's painting has already been completed with a mustache. Plates of the painting have also already been made. He discusses the publication of an article on the painting.

Hench inquires if it would be possible to have the Sternberg correspondence copied or microfilmed, if it is not very extensive.

Hench sends Ireland photographs from Washington and a copy of his speech at the Cornwell painting unveiling. He informs Ireland of Kissinger's stroke and Blossom Reed's heart attack.

Hench inquires if Recio will help him locate a copy of "Memoria del Hospital Numero Uno Correspondiente al ano de 1902." He would like to give a copy to the Surgeon General's Library.

Hench describes the unveiling of the Cornwell painting and Kissinger's subsequent stroke. He discusses his ongoing research on the yellow fever history and inquires if she has found any data to refute criticisms of her father, Aristides Agramonte.

Hench describes the Cornwell painting and explains that the tribute to Carroll's father is brief because there is little in the official records about his work.

Lambert writes that he has been recuperating at the Army Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and thanks Truby for his help.

Marsh is sending Hench Camp Columbia maps.

Reed is impressed with Hench's address on the Yellow Fever Commission presented in Cleveland. He discusses his interactions with the author Laura Wood Roper.

Hench explains the Kissinger's situation and wants Kean to write them a note suggesting a veterans' hospital.

Hench discusses the planned publication of his speech and reproductions of the Cornwell painting in "Hygeia" and the "New York Sunday Mirror."

Ireland thanks Hench for the photographs and copy of his speech. He feels Kissinger should be sent to a Veterans Bureau Hospital, not to Walter Reed Hospital. He refers Hench to a friend, in Washington, who has a suggestion about locating Camp Lazear. He informs Hench that Blossom Reed has recovered well from her illness.

Hench requests permission to borrow and copy a book on the history of Military Hospital No. 1.

Hench discusses his ongoing research, the Cornwell painting, "Conquerors of Yellow Fever," Kissinger's stroke and Blossom Reed's heart attack.

Kellogg describes to Fishbein the possibilities of including a plate of Cornwell's painting in Hench's article for the journal "Hygeia."

Fishbein discusses publication of Hench's article in "Hygeia," and informs Kellogg that they wish to include a colored insert.

Hench mentions the possible publication of his recent paper. He would like to know what to do about showing his copies of Walter Reed's letters to Laura Wood Roper. Hench, along with Kean and Ireland, are trying to memorialize the true site of Camp Lazear.

Kellogg informs Fishbein that they will supply inserts of Cornwell's "Conquerors of Yellow Fever" for Hench's "Hygeia" article.

Hench inquires about Kissinger's medical condition.

Truby approves of the finished Cornwell painting and is surprised to have been included in it.

Kean approves of the finished Cornwell painting. He comments on the various figures depicted in the work.

Kean agrees with Hench that Kissinger needs to be cared for in a veterans' hospital and recommends one in Indianapolis. He also encloses a copy of a letter he wrote to Ida E. Kissinger.

Cumming approves of the finished Cornwell painting, "Conquerors of Yellow Fever."

Kean recommends to Kissinger that her husband be moved to a veteran's hospital in Indianapolis.

Gomez discusses the reactions of Cuban doctors to the Cornwell painting, "Conquerors of Yellow Fever".

Kissinger plans to nurse her husband at home and thanks Kean for the information about the veteran's hospital.

Hench thanks Kean for writing the Kissingers.

Carlos E. Finlay expresses his dissatisfaction with Cornwell's painting, "Conquerors of Yellow Fever."

Jaime approves of Cornwell's painting, "Conquerors of Yellow Fever."

Mabel Lazear expresses her approval of Cornwell's painting, "Conquerors of Yellow Fever," and requests more copies. She mentions her preoccupation with war preparations.

Recio informs Hench that he was able to locate the requested booklet and will send it to him. He plans to have an accurate survey made of the old Camp Lazear site.

Kean informs Hench of the improvement in Kissinger's health.

Rodriguez-Perez informs Hench that the Finlay Institute's copy of the history of Military Hospital No. 1 is the only one they have. He is not willing to lend it to Hench, but can have it copied. He sends Hench a journal with an article on the hospital. See English translation.

Albertini identifies men in the photograph which Hench sent him. He informs Hench that the book on Military Hospital No. 1 cannot be lent to him, but can be copied.

Cooke approves of Cornwell's painting, "Conquerors of Yellow Fever," and requests more copies.

Rodriguez-Perez informs Hench that the Finlay Institute's copy of the history of Military Hospital No. 1 is the only one they have. He is not willing to lend it to Hench, but can have it copied. See Spanish orignial.

Lambert informs Truby that he feels better after his stay in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He has discovered the names of the immune nurses who served at Quemados, and asserts that Kelly's book errs in stating that yellow fever was best treated with the aid of trained female nurses. He maintains that Ames was most successful in treating yellow fever when he used male orderlies.

Hench discusses changes to Cornwell's "Conquerors of Yellow Fever" painting that would improve its historical accuracy.

Hench is relieved that Kissinger is doing better, and he provides information about the upcoming publication of his yellow fever paper.

Hench responds to Carlos E. Finlay's criticism of Cornwell's "Conquerors of Yellow Fever" painting.

Hench thanks Kellogg for the reaction letters, from both Cubans and Americans, to the painting. He discusses the sentiments in these letters.

Kean makes a correction for Hench's publication on the conquerors of yellow fever.

Galbreath comments on John Kissinger's medical condition and Ida Kissinger's personality.

Hench requests permission to borrow "Memoria del Hospital Numero Uno." He hopes that an accurate survey of Camp Lazear can be made. Hench heard that the entire Cuban government resigned and is wondering whether Ramos is still Minister of National of Defense, and still able to help him.

Hench writes that he has identified the men in the 1901 photograph.

Hench thanks Diaz for identifying the men in the photograph and asks him to find out how much it would cost to have the book on Military Hospital No. 1 photostated in Cuba.

Pinto lauds Truby for his decision to write an autobiography. He comments on Agramonte's role in the yellow fever experiments.

Hench insists that in a historical painting, like the yellow fever painting, all figures should be identified. He suggests Carter and Ames be included.

Kean informs Truby that the inscription on the Reed bust has been removed due to objections by the Cubans. Kean offers his opinion of Dominguez' biography of Finlay.

Lida writes about enjoying her vacation.

Hench inquires about obtaining photostats of publications on Military Hospital No. 1.

Kean does not think Carter or Ames should be in the yellow fever painting. He suggests individuals on the Yellow Fever Roll of Honor.

Hench comments on the Kissingers. He appreciates the medical care Galbreath is providing them.

Truby agrees that Cooke, Ames, and Jernegan should be included in the yellow fever painting.

Hench sends a manuscript to Bullard for his corrections and amendments.

Carlos E. Finlay apologizes for his earlier criticism of the Cornwell painting. He is glad that the contributions of his father, Carlos J. Finlay, and the Yellow Fever Board are being brought together.

Hench requests a reply to his inquiry.

Hench argues that Ames would be a good choice to include in the yellow fever painting.

Kellogg discusses identification of the figures in Cornwell's painting for an upcoming "Hygeia" article that will feature a copy of the painting.

Hench discusses identification of the figures in Cornwell's painting for an upcoming "Hygeia" article that will feature a copy of the painting. He presents a strong argument for including Ames.

Hench desires to clear up inconsistencies in Kean's statements regarding Henry Rose Carter's service in Cuba.

Hench has selected the items which he thinks will help Wood to write her book on Reed. He offers to read her manuscript when she has finished writing.

Bullard returns Hench's manuscript with his corrections.

Kellogg discusses the inclusion of Ames in the Cornwell painting. He has contacted Kean regarding this matter.

Truby points out historical inaccuracies found in the yellow fever painting.

Hench discusses the Cornwell painting and an upcoming "Hygeia" article based on his speech at the unveiling. He thinks it appropriate for Moran to be depicted in a military uniform in the painting.

Kellogg informs Kean of the final decisions made in identifying the figures in the Cornwell painting. He informs Kean that Carlos E. Finlay has altered his earlier judgement of the painting.

Kellogg responds to Kean's suggestions concerning the painting “Conquerors of Yellow Fever.” [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Kellogg sends Hench copies of correspondence with Carlos E. Finlay. He discusses Cubans' attitudes toward the work of Carlos J. Finlay and the possibility of a "Cuban version" of the Cornwell painting.

Kellogg thanks Finlay for his letter and assures him that his opinion was welcomed. He discusses the possibility of a second yellow fever painting.

Hench returns research material borrowed from the Welch Medical Library, correcting misinformation regarding the Camp Lazear site. He inquires about the location of the tablet commemorating Lazear at Johns Hopkins University.

Brooke informs Hench that the records he has requested are warehoused, and that Brooke will examine them as soon as he is able.

Hench reports that Camp Lazear and the remains of Building No. 1 have been located. He has bought the building and hopes to raise money for a memorial. The Cuban government accepted his report. Hench has found Lazear's death certificate.

Hench requests that Tisdel send him a copy of a Congressional report.

Hench asks Reed for permission to show some of her father's letters to Wood.

Hench discusses Cuban attitudes towards Finlay and the identification of figures in the Cornwell painting.

Hench informs Bullard that he is forwarding his manuscript to Kean after Bullard's review. He asks Bullard for clarification concerning some of his remarks. Hench explains the difference between the Havana Yellow Fever Board and the U.S. Army Yellow Fever Board.

Hench wants to know when the documents he requested will be ready for his viewing.

Kean discusses his health problems. Hendrick, in his Gorgas biography, made misstatements and did not correct them - it was Howard who advocated the use of kerosene to combat mosquitoes.

Kean informs Hench that Reed read his paper on the etiology of yellow fever at the Pan American Medical Congress in Havana, Feb 4-7, 1901. While Wood was convinced of the need to destroy mosquitoes, Gorgas was not and only began mosquito eradication at Wood's command.

Truby comments on Dean, Ames, Carroll and Agramonte. He feels his memory is sound, though he knows Hench has some skepticism. He offers his recollections of Carroll's infection and his attitude towards the mosquito theory.

Truby describes the interior of the living quarters at Camp Lazear and the problems they had with toads entering through the roof.

Bullard describes his malaria attack. He clarifies his remarks about the Habana Yellow Fever Board.

Ireland compliments Truby on his manuscript about his experiences with the yellow fever commission.

Pinto informs Truby that his manuscript is well written and compatible with the facts.

Kean expresses reservations about allowing Laura Wood Roper to view any contentious material in the Reed family letters.

Pérez writes that he has commissioned someone to help him get photostats of the history of Military Hospital No. 1.

Agramonte's daughter expresses her approval of the finished Cornwell painting and requests reproductions.

Rodriguez Leon compliments Hench on his yellow fever history work, and wishes she had more time to devote to the research herself. She has been unable to find the information Hench seeks in her father's papers and fears that the rest of the papers will not be helpful either.

Kean explains how the letters b and v are used interchangeably in Spanish.

Albertini informs Hench that Malaret will convey to Hench the cost of copying the book on Military Hospital No. 1.

Wood is delighted with the material Hench has sent her for her book on Reed. She comments on the differences between the stories of Kissinger and Moran. She is trying to piece together Reed's early career. She is grateful for his offer to review her manuscript.

Malaret informs Hench of the costs for copying the book on Military Hospital No. 1.

Kean discusses the publication of Truby's memoirs.

Hench is pleased that the material he sent to Wood will be helpful. He comments on how to treat the Moran-Kissinger controversy regarding who volunteered first. Truby believes that Agramonte has written an article with errors, but Hench is not certain who is correct.

Pinto remarks that Truby's manuscript is a nice contribution to yellow fever history. He congratulations Truby on becoming a grandpa and discusses his own family.

Wheeler writes that she has received the yellow fever material sent by Hench and will look for the additional materials he requested. She informs him of the location of the Lazear memorial tablet at Johns Hopkins University.

Kean states Carter was not in Cuba during the yellow fever experiments. He believes Truby's second manuscript is vastly improved.

Hench discusses who was present when Moran was bitten by a mosquito. He believes the experiments themselves were meticulously done, but the records were either poorly kept or poorly preserved.

This transcript focuses on the estate of Wallace Forbes and discusses the government pension due him and his heirs for his service as a volunteer in the Yellow Fever Commission experiments, in Cuba.

The script gives a biographical sketch of Forbes, and states that he is wanted by the U.S. Army Finance Department so that he can be given a lump sum of $17,750 and $125 monthly for his service in the yellow fever experiments.

Kellogg discusses the painting of McDowell, which is being planned by Wyeth, and describes Rankin's criticism of the Cornwell yellow fever painting.

Artigas praises the Cornwell painting for honoring the work of Finlay. He discusses Cuban publicity pieces for the painting and the planned public exhibition of a reproduction.

Hench thanks Kellogg for the acknowledgement included in the journal article on the Cornwell painting. However, he suggests a few changes to the acknowledgement.

Truby thinks Kean will be surprised by Pinto's remarks about Truby's manuscript.

Hench informs Albertini that he plans to have the entire book on Military Hospital No. 1 copied. He requests further copies be made for two U.S. libraries and for the Finlay Institute.

Hench requests copies of a recent "Court of Missing Heirs" program concerning Wallace Forbes, who is owed a U.S. government pension for his participation in yellow fever experiments.

This article, which appeared in the "Military Surgeon," is a biographical sketch of Stark. Truby, a friend of Stark, adds his own evaluation to illustrate his talents and character.

Hench commends Truby on his wonderful manuscript.

Hench enjoys the second draft of Truby's manuscript.

Hench sends Ireland a copy of his "Hygeia" yellow fever article and three photographs of Kean and Ireland, one of which he wants autographed and returned.

Waters sends Hench information on the recent "Court of Missing Heirs" program concerning Wallace Forbes, and inquires about another yellow fever volunteer.

Kean informs Hench that Truby's book will be published by the S.G.O. He also discusses various people who were or were not in Cuba during the yellow fever experiments.

Truby mentions the uniforms worn in Cuba and also asks to view a map of Cuba in 1899 to refresh his memory.

Kean enjoyed the “Hygeia” article and the reproduction of Cornwell's painting, of which he requests copies. He discusses some of the men on leave during the Yellow Fever Board experiments.

Ireland informs Hench that Truby's yellow fever article will be published in the Medical Department Bulletin.

Hench informs Leon that he is visiting New Orleans and asks the location of her father's material.

Rodriguez Leon informs Hench that her father's materials are at the Agramonte Library at Louisiana State University Medical Center.

Hench thanks Ireland for the photograph and the copy of General Order No. 6. He discusses Truby's manuscript and suggests possible publishers.

Kellogg has received favorable comments on the Cornwell painting from Cumming and Kahn. Kahn, a friend of Carlos E. Finlay, reported Finlay's approval.

Hench is disappointed that the missing data did not turn up in her father's papers, and plans to visit the Agramonte Memorial Library, in New Orleans, to examine Agramonte's materials there.

Blossom Reed informs Kellogg that she has been very ill. She discusses the photographs taken at the Cornwell painting unveiling and inquires about Kissinger's medical condition.

Hench discusses the credit given to Finlay for his ideas.

Pinto forwards his belief that Carroll tried to take credit for the mosquito theory after Lazear's death. He thinks Dean was bitten by a mosquito while in the ward.

Kean details his involvement in the National Memorial to Thomas Jefferson. Kean also discusses the publication of Truby's manuscript, his meeting with Carlos E. Finlay, and his understanding that Reed visited Carlos J. Finlay before any efforts were made to infect mosquitoes.

Ireland requests twelve reprints of Hench's article on yellow fever. He reports that Truby has almost finished writing his manuscript, and agrees with Hench that it could be better published by someone other than the Surgeon General's Office.

Moran apologizes to Kellogg for not writing and writes that he has not yet received copies of the Cornwell painting.

Kellogg discusses the favorable reaction to the Cornwell yellow fever painting. He has sent a proof and copies to Agramonte's daughter.

Sexton requests reprints of Hench's article, which appeared in the journal "Hygeia."

This map depicts the site of a future Cuban-American Medical Museum.

Hench sends Usher a reprint of his yellow fever article and requests references on yellow fever in New Orleans.

Kean tells Truby about arrangements being made for the Jefferson Memorial and provides the information Truby requested concerning sanitary arrangements in Cuba.

Hench sends Truby suggestions for corrections or additions to Truby's manuscript on the story of the yellow fever experiments. He mentions several enclosures, which are not included with this document. An addendum from Hench to Truby on November 10, 1941 is included, as well as a transcription of a letter from James Carroll to his wife.

Andrus discusses the yellow fever experiments and the role played by Lambert, whom he feels deserves more credit.

Hench requests reprints of anything Matas has published on yellow fever, and is especially anxious to have a copy of his tribute to Finlay.

Hench has sent Sexton four copies of his “Conquerors of Yellow Fever” article.

Hench returns the rest of Kelly's and Peabody's research material to the Welch Medical Library. He questions Wheeler about incomplete and missing items from the collections.

Nogueira informs Truby that he will contribute to a local history of Marianao, which is currently being written. He inquires about the locations of the mosquito experiments, where Lazear died, where Edmunds was confined, and the role of Cuban doctors in the Yellow Fever Commission's work.

Hench sends Hutchison a reprint of his article in "Hygeia" and an article about the Cornwell painting. He has requested that the Wyeth Company send Hutchison a large reproduction of the painting for display in Lazear Hall.

Hench sends Simpson a reprint of his yellow fever article in "Hygeia," and thanks Simpson for his help in its publication.

Hench writes that he enjoyed the Woods' visit.

Lambert thanks Kellogg for the copy of the Cornwell painting. He gives his opinion of Ames, stating that he has not received the credit he deserved. He hopes that a copy of the painting was sent to his wife, Jessie Ames.

Hench discusses Truby's manuscript and notes that he has sent a copy to Kean. Hench adds that when he met with Matas he was able to review some of Agramonte's papers, but found nothing he could use.

Kean thinks that Gorgas did not begin organizing “mosquito brigades” on Feb 4, 1901, the date of Reed's lecture on yellow fever in Havana. He believes that Reed abandoned the B. Icteroides theory, in July of 1900, and was ready to investigate the mosquito theory by August 1.

Wood describes the notebook she examined at the New York Academy of Medicine, which is alleged to be Reed's. She thinks it is not Reed's notebook, but does find it interesting that the writer caught mosquitoes near a yellow fever outbreak in Havana and dissected them in the lab. She wonders if it is Lazear's.

Wood thanks Hench for the copy of his yellow fever article. She also offers her opinion of Dean.

Hutchison thanks Hench for the print of the Cornwell painting for Lazear Hall.

Truby appreciates Hench's comments on the manuscript. He is sending photographs taken in Cuba. He has almost decided on the title for his book: Memoir of Walter Reed and the Great Yellow Fever Episode.

McEwan thanks Hench for the copy of his yellow fever article and makes reference to Hench's mother.

Hutchison thanks Kellogg for the print of the Cornwell painting, which will be placed in the Lazear Building.

Hench discusses the speech he delivered at the unveiling of the latest Cornwell painting and expresses his hope that the event will shed light on the contribution of Finlay in the fight against yellow fever.

Usher thanks Hench for the reprint of his yellow fever article and informs Hench that he will check for references to yellow fever in New Orleans.

Hench sends Malaret copies of letters concerning the photostats he has requested of the Military Hospital No. 1 history. He also sends reprints of his yellow fever article and hopes that Cubans regard it as the beginning of Hench's campaign to credit Finlay's work among American physicians.

Hench wants to know what it would cost to buy the remains of the site of Camp Lazear. Hench discusses his plans to memorialize the site.

Hench lists government documents related to the yellow fever commission.

Hench inquires about used copies of government documents, and encloses a list of them for Cornwall.

Clemons thanks Hench for the reprint of his yellow fever article.

Hench discusses the speech he delivered at the unveiling of the last Cornwell painting. He hopes that the painting gives due credit to the Cuban contributions to the fight against yellow fever.

Hench makes arrangements to have photostats made of the book on Military Hospital No. 1.

Hench sends Mrs. Dimock a copy of his yellow fever article and mentions his visit with her brother.

Bliss thanks Hench for the reprint of his yellow fever article and jokes that Hench should have been carrying or wearing a sun helmet in the article's illustration.

Hench sends Ramos two reprints of his article on yellow fever which touches upon the work of Finlay.

Hench sends Bullard reprints of his yellow fever article and inquires if he would like a copy of the Cornwell painting. He informs Bullard that Truby's autobiography should be ready soon.

Hench informs Pinto that he has too many questions to ask and so would like to meet with him personally. He has found many contradictions and omissions in the various yellow fever accounts and is trying to unravel the twisted threads.

Hench sends Rojas copies of his yellow fever article and of a letter he has sent to Adrian Macia concerning the purchase of the Camp Lazear site. He describes his plans for the proposed memorial, and informs her that the San Jose farm was evidently the site of Carlos J. Finlay's yellow fever experiments, in 1883.

Hench gives Waters information on Kissinger, a copy of his yellow fever article, and a list of names and addresses of other yellow fever volunteers. He requests the address of Forbes' mother and a script of the "Court of Missing Heirs" program concerning Forbes.

Hench sends Carlos E. Finlay a reprint of his yellow fever article, and hopes that Finlay regards it as the beginning of a campaign to publicize the work of Finlay's father, Carlos J. Finlay, in America. He discusses his continuing efforts to create a memorial to the yellow fever work at the site of Camp Lazear.

Hench sends Cooke reprints of his yellow fever article and refers to a large copy of the Cornwell painting sent to Cooke by Kellogg. He discusses future research plans for his yellow fever investigation. Hench informs Cooke that Truby's autobiography will be published shortly.

Sexton thanks Hench for the reprints of his yellow fever article.

Davis thanks Hench for the reprint of his article, “Conquerors of Yellow Fever.”

Hench will send Kean additional reprints of the Wyeth painting. He comments on the discovery, at the New York Academy of Medicine, of a notebook believed to belong to Lazear. He wonders if Carroll's son sold it to the Academy.

Wood thinks the notebook found at the New York Academy of Medicine may be a disappointment to Hench. She describes how Malloch acquired the notebook.

Hench informs Malloch that he is very interested in the notebook which Wood examined at the New York Academy of Medicine. He wants to know how it came to the Academy and inquires about obtaining it through inter-library loan. He believes he would be able to identify the handwriting.

Hench requests a copy of a photograph of Military Hospital No. 1. He forwards a reprint of his yellow fever article and informs Cardenas that he hopes to make Finlay's contributions better known to the American public.

Kean is excited about the discovery of the notebook at the New York Academy of Medicine. He was immune to yellow fever - after having it in June of 1900 - so was not bitten as part of Lazear's experiments. He is pleased with the memoir of Andrus, and lauds him for submitting to inoculation as Reed had determined to inoculate himself if Andrus had not volunteered.

Hutchison reports on his mother-in-law's ill health and requests an autographed reprint of his yellow fever article for Culley. Hutchison admires the Cornwell painting.

Truby responds to Hench's suggested corrections and additions to Truby's manuscript. He provides additional details, clarifies several points, and refers Hench to others who might be able to provide further information.

Hench sends Alvare a reprint of his yellow fever article and notes that it is the beginning of his attempts to honor Finlay's work as well as that of the yellow fever board.

Ireland thanks Hench for the reprints of his yellow fever article and reports that Truby's manuscript should be ready to publish soon.

Hench discusses the Cornwell yellow fever painting and the response to it in the U.S. Hench wishes that she had uncovered more material from her father's papers, but he thanks her nonetheless for providing information about Agramonte's life in New Orleans and details of his death.

Hench informs Postell that he has written to W. Branks Stewart requesting a photograph of the memorial bas-relief. He has also written to Agramonte's daughter, and thinks it would be wise for the Agramonte Memorial Library to see that she gets a photograph of the memorial.

Hench introduces himself and sends Taylor a reprint of his yellow fever article.

Hench requests a photograph of a bas-relief memorializing the yellow fever board.

Hench discusses his yellow fever research and sends West a copy of his “Conquerors of Yellow Fever” article. He mentions West's participation in the experiments.

Hench sends Angles a reprint of his yellow fever article, and hopes Angles will see it as the beginning of efforts to publicize the work of Finlay among Americans.

Hench discusses his yellow fever research and sends England a copy of his “Conquerors of Yellow Fever” article. He mentions England's participation in the experiments.

Kellogg responds to Kean's suggestions regarding the ultimate disposition of the painting “Conquerors of Yellow Fever.” [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Hench sends Dominguez a reprint of his yellow fever article, and hopes that he will see it as the beginning of efforts to publicize the work of Finlay among Americans.

Hench sends Lage a reprint of his yellow fever article, and hopes that he will see it as the beginning of efforts to publicize the work of Finlay among Americans. He hopes the Cubans will learn more about Reed and his colleagues, as well.

Hench informs Wood that the handwriting in the notebook has been identified as belonging to Lazear.

Hench describes meeting some of Briggs' relatives at the Lazear memorial event at Washington and Jefferson College, and describes the Cornwell portrait unveiling.

Postell thanks Hench for furthering the interests of the library with Agramonte's daughter, and promises to see about having a photograph made of the memorial bas-relief.

Kean makes a few suggestions on how to improve Truby's forward. He notes that he was on an inspection tour during Lazear's illness. He returned and thinks he saw Lazear the day before he died. He does not know when Reed heard of Lazear's death.

Truby comments on the notebook found at the New York Academy, stating that it could be Lazear's record from the laboratory. He knows the Board went to see Finlay in early July, and that they started to raise mosquitoes at once, because he saw them in glass jars. As such, he disputes Agramonte's date for the beginning of the mosquito work. Truby believes it was Lazear, not Agramonte, who induced Reed to meet with Finlay.

Nogueira would like to know the names of the eleven soldiers who were inoculated by Lazear. He also wants information about the non-immune camp for Americans in Quemados.

Lowdermilk acknowledges Hench's book request and informs him which publications are available.

Taylor thanks Hench for his letter. He is surprised to hear that Hench is studying the conquest of yellow fever. Taylor informs Hench that he took an active part in the experiments in Cuba.

Hutchison thanks Kellogg for a framed picture. The picture will be given to the East Washington School where the children have depicted scenes of Lazear's life in their drama class.

Bullard thanks Hench for the copies of his yellow fever article from "Hygeia."

Stewart encloses an illustration of the bas-relief of "The Conquest of Yellow Fever," from Louisiana State University School of Medicine.

Marshall encloses a list of references of descriptive material on the yellow fever epidemics in New Orleans.

A list of publications on the yellow fever epidemics in New Orleans was sent to Hench by Marshall.

Waters gives Hench further information about Forbes and sends a script of the "Court of Missing Heirs" broadcast that included Forbes.[See 03443024]

Hench writes that he is sending a copy of Kelly's book on Reed to Wood. He has heard from Mabel Lazear regarding the identification of her husband's handwriting in his notebook.

Hench thanks Law for the two oil sketches of the “Cuban version” of the yellow fever painting.

Hoffmann informs Hench that he has been working on yellow fever for the last 25 years. He is the Director of the Yellow Fever Department at the Finlay Institute. Hoffmann would like to obtain several hundred copies of one of Hench's yellow fever publications to distribute among his friends.

Simpson thanks Hench for a reprint of his story on yellow fever.

Hirschman of Luther M. Cornwall Co. informs Hench which books he can supply for him.

Taylor enjoyed Hench's “Conquest of Yellow Fever” and sees nothing in it to correct. He claims that Finlay wrote about the Aedes aegypti mosquito as a means of yellow fever transmission in 1881 and gave the method and technique for experimentation. He details his own involvement as a yellow fever volunteer.

Rodriguez-Perez thanks Hench for his letter and reprint of "The Conquerors of Yellow Fever." He will order additional copies of "Memoria del Hospital No. 1" for Hench, a copy of which will be sent to the US Army Medical Library. See English translation.

Rodriguez-Perez thanks Hench for his letter and reprint of "The Conquerors of Yellow Fever." He will order additional copies of "Memoria del Hospital No. 1" for Hench, a copy of which will be sent to the U.S. Army Medical Library.

Wheeler cannot explain the loss of some letters from the Peabody material. She discusses the Kelly collection of photographs used in his publication Walter Reed and Yellow Fever.

Taylor thanks Hench for arranging for the Wyeth Company to send him reprints of the yellow fever paintings.

Alvare informs Hench that he is meeting with Marrero to gather more information for him regarding Camp Lazear.

Alvare informs Hench that he is meeting with Marrero to gather more information for him regarding Camp Lazear.

This is a full translation of Alvare's letter, in which he praises Hench for his attempt to give Finlay credit for his yellow fever work. He describes his visit with former interns from the Hospital Militar and their recollection of Camp Lazear. He explains the origin of the photograph that he recently sent Hench, identifying the photographer as Felipe Ortolazabal.

Alvare praises Hench for his attempt to give Finlay credit for his yellow fever work. He describes his visit with former interns from the Hospital Militar and their recollection of Camp Lazear. He explains the origin of the photograph that he recently sent Hench, identifying the photographer as Felipe Ortolazabal.

This is an abridged translation of Alvare's letter, in which he praises Hench for his attempt to give Finlay credit for his yellow fever work. He describes his visit with former interns from the Hospital Militar and their recollection of Camp Lazear. He explains the origin of the photograph that he recently sent Hench, identifying the photographer as Felipe Ortolazabal.

Kellogg discusses the display of the "Cuban version" sketches of Cornwell's yellow fever painting, in Cuba.

Dominguez sends Hench a copy of his address at the meeting of the School of Medicine of Havana University in honor of Matas. See English translation.

Law is glad that Hench likes the two oil sketches of the "Cuban version" of Cornwell's yellow fever painting.

The Luther M. Cornwall Co. informs Hench that they have found the Annual Report of Major General Brooke.

Dominguez sends Hench a copy of his address at the meeting of the School of Medicine of Havana University, held in honor of Matas.

Flexner comments on Peabody's manuscript and corrects details about Welch and Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Lowdermilk & Co. informs [Hench] that they are sending him three volumes of Cuban medical reports..

Ireland discusses Lazear's laboratory notebook, which is at the New York Academy of Medicine library. He is convinced that Hench will retrieve valuable information from it.

Flexner praises Peabody for his account of the events leading to the Congressional recognition of the participants of the yellow fever experiments. He offers some editorial comments and suggests a few corrections of the story.

Freyberg thanks Hench for a reprint of "The Conquerors of Yellow Fever."

Hench makes a formal request to register the preparation of a book on the history of the conquest of yellow fever. He assures the Committee on Medical Education and Research at the Mayo Clinic that this work will not interfere with his research on rheumatic diseases nor his work on experimental jaundice.

Hench informs Wood that he does not know Reed's whereabouts in 1893. He suggests she contact Wilson. He notes that his book does not focus on individuals to the extent that her work does.

Hirschman offers a series of reports from the Department of Sanitation of the Isthmian Canal Commission to Hench.

Recio thanks Hench for some reprints on the transmission of yellow fever and a copy of Cornwell's painting. He believes that the discovery belongs to Finlay but that the glory should be shared with the American Commission who confirmed his findings.

Wood tells Hench where Reed was located in the early to mid-1870's. If she returns to New York, she will examine the Lazear notebook and asks if there is anything he would like her to ask Malloch.

Usher sends Hench a list of references dealing with the human rather than the scientific side of the yellow fever epidemics in New Orleans.

A list of references sent to Hench by Robert Usher notes articles that document the human side of New Orleans yellow fever epidemics.

Hench poses confidential questions about Hoffmann. Hench is hesitant to honor Hoffman's request for a large number of reprints of one of Hench's papers.

Sacasa informs Hench that Mrs. Dodge is a sister of James Carroll's wife.

Hench thanks Hoffmann for his interest in his article on yellow fever.

Hench requests a copy of a publication called "Memorias del Hospital No. 1."

Garcia informs Hench how much it would cost to make a copy from a publication called "Memorias del Hospital Numero Uno."

Cervantes informs Hench that he will be sending him several copies of the last issue of "Medicas." This issue contains a reproduction of the mural "The Conquerors of Yellow Fever."

Pinto writes to Hench that he visited Truby, and thinks his work is good, but that he has slipped over time. He hopes that Truby completes his article soon.

Hench thanks Usher for providing him additional references concerning the yellow fever epidemics in New Orleans.

Alvare writes to Hench concerning the location of a hospital in a photograph from the time of the Yellow Fever Commission.

Finlay disagrees with some points in Hench's speech, given during the unveiling of Cornwell's painting, "The Conquerors of Yellow Fever."

Agramonte's daughter thanks Kellogg for the print of Cornwell's painting.

Hench inquires whether the true site of Camp Lazear was ever surveyed. He wonders whether Ramos is still Minister of Defense and is still interested in the memorialization of Camp Lazear, since Hench heard that the entire Cuban cabinet resigned.

Hench has received microfilm of the notebook found at the New York Academy of Medicine and has recognized Lazear's and Reed's handwriting. The contents include case reports of sick soldiers, electrozone experiment notes, observations of non-experimental and experimental yellow fever cases, and notes about mosquitoes. The notebook shows that Lazear was working with mosquitoes even before the Yellow Fever Board was created.

Kean makes comments on the contents of the notebook found at the New York Academy of Medicine. He had recommended Carroll for volunteer commission of major, but it didn't happen. He discusses very positively the career of Russell. He thinks Andrus could sell his memoir for a good price. He includes a memorandum listing papers he read about the life and work of Carroll in 1907, shortly after his death.

Hench is delighted that Wood is correcting inaccuracies in Kelly's book. Malloch sent him a microfilm copy of the so-called Lazear notebook. He informs her that the notebook contains writing by both Lazear and Reed.

Kean questions whether Ames' self-diagnosis of yellow fever was correct, because earlier he had claimed to be immune.

Rodriguez-Perez informs Hench that a copy of "Memorias del Hospital No. 1" will be sent to the U.S. Army Medical Library.

Wilson enjoyed reading Hench's "Conquerors of Yellow Fever" and suggests having it published.

Hench requests a reply from Macia to his last letter.

Hench thanks Garcia for a photograph of Hospital No. 1. He is looking forward to receiving a copy of "Memorias del Hospital Numero Uno."

Hench requests permission to examine the files that contain the letters and telegrams between the Surgeon General's office and Walter Reed, dated 1900 and 1901.

Hench requests permission to examine the photographs that the Signal Corps of the Army took at Columbia Barracks, the Post Hospital and Camp Lazear from 1899 to 1901.

Corbett compliments Hench on his speech during the unveiling of the Cornwell painting.

Hench introduces himself to Lambert. He requests to meet with him during a stop-over in Chicago in order to ask him a few questions about the yellow fever experiments in Havana.

Hench sends a reprint on yellow fever to Dodge, a relative of Carroll's. He requests that Dodge help him to meet with Carroll's son, George.

Hench requests that Sacasa contact James Carroll's son, George. Hench would like to correct the record of James Carroll. He believes Carroll did not get full credit for his work.

Hench describes the display of the Cornwell paintings at the Mayo Clinic. He would be pleased to attend future unveilings of other paintings in the series. Hench mentions the publication of his yellow fever article in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings.

Hench thanks Cervantes for the "Medicas" reprint.

Malaret thanks Hench for the reprint of his article: "The Conquerors of Yellow Fever."

Nogueira's greeting card offers Christmas and New Year's wishes. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

This list describes the documents sent by Jessie Ames to Hench concerning her husband, Roger Post Ames. Included in the list are titles and brief descriptions of special orders, letters, photographs, reports, and reprints.

In a second draft of his manuscript, Andrus describes the yellow fever experiments and discusses his participation as a volunteer.

Nogueira's greeting card offers Christmas and New Year's wishes. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Coles' annotated references to publications on yellow fever were sent to Hench.

Brooke informs Hench that the historical records pertaining to Reed were moved from Fort Myer to the National Archives.

Taylor informs Hench that he is the only living American who volunteered, was bitten by an infected mosquito, and nearly died in the Gorgas-Guiteras experiments.

Malloch writes that he will make negative photostats of the yellow fever manuscript for Hench.

Cervantes comments on Hench's articles on the yellow fever experiments.

Ashford, editor of the "Bulletin of the New York Academy of Medicine," expresses an interest in publishing Truby's book on the yellow fever experiments and informs him that Lazear's missing notebook is not to be found at the Academy library.

LeMan informs Hench that he is welcome to inspect the files of the War Department Signal Officer.

Malloch will send Hench photostats of the yellow fever manuscript.

Hench writes to Kellogg about acquiring a framed copy of the Cornwell painting for George Carroll.

Hench appreciates Wilson's remarks on his article, "Conquerors of Yellow Fever." He discusses fundraising efforts for the Camp Lazear memorial.

Barnett sends Hench some reprints, noting that Reed inspired Barnett's own work in the field of malaria research.

Hench requests that Kellogg send him a framed print of Cornwell's painting for George Carroll.

Hench arranges for Kellogg to meet Alvarez.

Love thanks Kean for Hench's article and a photograph of the Cornwell painting. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Hench arranges to meet with Malloch at the library to view the notebook.

Hench would like to meet with Alice Forbes, Wallace Forbes' mother.

Hench would like to acquire a copy of a photograph.

Hench discusses the 1900-1901 Signal Corps photographs.

Hutchison informs Hench of his upcoming travel plans and activities.

Hench asks if [Roldan] has a copy of an speech given by Carlos J. Finlay.

Hench discusses Carlos J. Finlay's contributions to the study of yellow fever.

Peabody fears that the war will interfere with Hench's efforts to create a Camp Lazear memorial.

Hench discusses plans for a memorial at Camp Lazear.

Hench discusses available yellow fever records.

Hench requests an article reference and a photograph related to the Agramonte Memorial Library, at Louisiana State University.

Hench is anxious to see the correspondence between the yellow fever board and the surgeon general's office, held by the National Archives.

Hench thanks Alvare for his information on the false Camp Lazear site. Hench will continue to work for a Camp Lazear memorial honoring Finlay and the yellow fever commission.

Hench requests photos of Las Animas Hospital, Columbia Barracks, and other yellow fever experiment sites.

Wilson informs Hench that "Reader's Digest" might be interested in abstracting Hench's "Conquerors of Yellow Fever."

Hench discusses the speech he gave for the Cornwell painting unveiling.

Perez informs Hench that he cannot send the requested article.

Kellogg informs Hench that he will meet with Rankin tomorrow.

Hench thanks Holman, a former professor of his, for the compliments on his article.

The writer sends Hench's article on yellow fever for consideration by "Reader's Digest."

Hench requests permission to borrow a movie projector from Crain.

[Sacasa] informs Hench that Dodge will make overtures to his cousin, George Carroll. [Sacasa] discusses the personality of George Carroll.

Hench congratulates the Danzigers on their marriage.

Rose, the niece of Wallace Forbes, informs Hench that she has pictures of Forbes.

Jones inquires if Hench will contribute an article on the Cuban version of yellow fever history for the "Bulletin of the Medical Library Association."

Hench thanks Kellogg for the copy of the Cornwell portrait for George Carroll. He invites Kellogg to see the yellow fever exhibit at the Mayo Clinic library.

Hench sends Smith reprints of his yellow fever article and a print of the Cornwell painting.

Johnson thanks Hench for the copy of his article.

Law informs Hench that the Wyeth Company was glad to have been associated with the yellow fever exhibit at the Mayo Clinic Library.

Cooksley requests a reprint of Hench's article, "Conquerors of Yellow Fever."

Dodge, George Carroll's cousin, will ask Carroll to see Hench. He discusses George Carroll's personality.

White informs Hench that he knew Reed and Carroll well and was the anesthetist for Reed's last operation. He believes Carroll's mosquito bite was accidental, not experimental. White encloses a manuscript characterizing the two men and describing Reed's operation.

[White] describes Reed and Carroll, both of whom he knew personally, and describes Reed's appendix operation. [White] administered the anesthetic for the operation.

Taylor will search his collection for Cuban photographs for Hench.

Ponce discusses his efforts to establish a memorial at Camp Lazear. He will be meeting with the Cuban President on this matter.

Roldan discusses Cuban sentiments towards Finlay.

Ponce describes his attempts to publicize and gain Cuban government support for the proposed Camp Lazear memorial.

Fallon requests three copies of Hench's yellow fever article.

Kellogg discusses the Mayo Clinic yellow fever exhibit photographs that Hench sent.

Lawrence and Blossom Reed certify that Hench's photostatic copies of notes on the yellow fever experiments are in the handwriting of their father, Walter Reed.

Taylor writes that he has been delayed in sending photographs to Hench.

Malloch sends Hench notes concerning the New York Academy of Medicine's acquisition of Walter Reed's notebook on the yellow fever experiments.

Hoffmann thanks Hench for the reprints of his article and asks the origin of the word "fomites."

Hoffmann requests copies of the portrait, "Conquerors of Yellow Fever," and notes his own work on yellow fever endemic infection.

Kellogg discusses a planned series of medical portraits.

This form records photographs ordered by Hench.

[Randin] sends Hench the photos he requested from Pedro Machado. He is happy to help with Hench's work, which recognizes the contributions of Finlay.

Recio informs Hench that the survey of the Camp Lazear site has been delayed, but that the Cuban Minister of Defense still supports the memorial.

Randin sends Hench the photos he requested from Pedro Machado. He is happy to help with Hench's work, which recognizes the contributions of Finlay.

Smith thanks Hench for the reprint and comments on Kean.

Kellogg sends Hench a proof of the plates for the Cuban version of the yellow fever painting.

Roldan informs Hench that he cannot find the Finlay speech, from 1900, but will continue to look for it. He refers Hench to a reprint of an 1881 Finlay speech.

Finlay disputes Hench's comments about his father, Carlos J. Finlay.

Kellogg sends Hoffmann reprints of the painting, "Conquerors of Yellow Fever."

Howard informs Colcord that Hench may see her father's correspondence.

Coles has mailed Hench photographs. He encloses annotated references to publications on yellow fever.

Taylor inquires if Hench has received the photographs he sent.

Kellogg sends Hench a South American magazine with a yellow fever article emphasizing Finlay's work.

Andrus suggests corrections to Truby's manuscript.

Hench's secretary informs Taylor that he has received the photographs Taylor sent.

Hench sends Crain photographs and thanks him for helping with a film for Emilie Lawrence Reed.

Andrus appreciates Hench's comments and offer to review another draft of his manuscript, which he encloses. Andrus would like to see the manuscript published before his death.

Hench informs Kean that Lazear's niece took him to the old family home where he found letters from Lazear to his mother and other personal items. Hench notes that he has also found Agramonte's leave of absence papers indicating he left Cuba several days before Lazear died.

Philip Hench thanks George and Nadine Hench for their hospitality in Washington.

White sends Hench more information on Reed and informs him that he has found a yellow fever article, from 1911, to which Reed, Kean, and McCaw contributed.

Hench thanks the Whites for hosting his family in Washington.

Hench thanks Ireland for helping him gain access to Archives records, and for Ireland's hospitality towards him in Washington.

Borden sends Hench information on Reed's appendix operation, performed by Borden's father.

Hench informs Coles that he has received the photographs and inquires about the source of the Camp Lazear painting.

The National Archives sends Hench Cuban photographs and instructions for ordering copies.

Hench instructs Crane to write to Kellogg for a copy of the Cornwell painting.

Hench sends Fallon reprints of his article.

Hench provides details about progress on the Camp Lazear memorial and reports that he attended Emilie Lawrence Reed's birthday party. He also met with some of Lazear's relatives.

Hench inquires about Hoffman and Ponce.

Hench requests a copy of Johnson's yellow fever article when it is published.

Hench thanks Barnett for the articles on malaria control.

The Kellogg children thank Hench for his kindness and the box of taffy.

Hench encloses a check to purchase additional land from the site of Camp Lazear. He is surprised to hear that nothing has been done to Building No. 1, since he had sent some money to Moran for repairs months ago. Hench makes note of his correspondence with Ponce and his influence with the Cuban government.

Hench inquires about the Cuban government's interest in preserving the site of Camp Lazear. Hench stresses that he does not want the monument dedicated to one person, but rather envisions a Cuban-American memorial.

Coles informs Hench that he cannot find information about the Camp Lazear painting.

Hench sends Hamer a list of materials to be microfilmed and a check for the expense.

Hamer informs Hench that he cannot locate the maps Hench requested.

Ireland enjoyed Hench's Washington party at the Willard and tells Hench about a visit to Kean.

Hench informs White that he has asked Borden about letters between his father and Reed. He was glad to receive White's comments on Reed's operation.

Wood reports to Peabody about Emilie and Blossom Reed and the illnesses of Andrus and Kissinger. She requests information about the pensions for the participants and their families.

Hench thanks Wilson for suggesting that Hench's article be abstracted in Reader's Digest.

Hench appreciates the letters and photographs Taylor sent and will send him a list of questions. He met Emilie Lawrence Reed, Lambert, and Forbes' mother.

Hench thanks Coles for the article on Operti, who did the painting of Camp Lazear, and asks if he knows the location of the painting.

Hench informs Wood that the Surgeon General's library had no record of the Reed-Lazear notebook ever being catalogued. He suggests she visit Reed's family members for permission to use Walter Reed's letters.

Hench thanks Carlos E. Finlay for information concerning his father's work. He intends to study more about Carlos J. Finlay before publishing his monograph.

Hench reports that he enjoyed Emilie Reed's birthday party. He visited Lazear's boyhood home, where he saw old photographs, books, and letters.

Hench thanks Rose for allowing him to visit with her and her grandmother.

Hench requests a copy of Finlay's speech.

Hench sends Dampf a reprint and wants to know if any of Dampf's colleagues would be interested in helping preserve Camp Lazear.

Hench requests to borrow Roger Ames' papers and photographs for the purposes of his research.

Taylor comments on Sternberg's yellow fever work.

Albertini provides Hench with information on Hoffman and Carbonell.

Kean expresses appreciation to Mary and Philip Hench for an enjoyable evening. She informs them that Jefferson Randolph Kean is in the hospital but improving.

Albertini provides Hench with information on Hoffman and Carbonell.

Hench is reluctant to share his Camp Lazear photo with Logan for her planned booklet since it is important to his own forthcoming book.

Hench thanks Hamer for locating maps of Camp Lazear and Camp Columbia.

June Rose, Wallace Forbes' niece, thanks Hench for the candy and wishes him success with his book.

Andrus informs Truby that he is altering some details in his manuscript so that it better accords with Truby's account. Andrus identifies people in photographs, makes references to World War II, and writes about Ames and Agramonte.

Kean thanks Hench for returning a letter from Truby. He clarifies the affiliation of Reed and other physicians involved in the yellow fever experiments as to Hospital Corps and Medical Corps, having noted an error in an earlier publication by Wyeth.

Wood comments on Kelly's implication that Reed had difficulty getting Army approval to go to Johns Hopkins. She has been told that a medical officer in the Navy is also writing about Reed.

Peabody discusses the Camp Lazear memorial project. He wishes to know if Hench has been contacted by Wood.

Hoffmann informs Kellogg that he has not yet received the reprints.

Coles informs Hench that he can find no information on the painting of Camp Lazear.

Logan describes her research on the yellow fever commission and offers to exchange photos with Hench.

Hench reports that he is still searching for photographs of Columbia Barracks and Camp Lazear.

Hench is pleased Wood was able to visit the Reeds. He spent some time trying to locate Lazear's notebook in the Archives, but was unable to do so. He is still interested in her manuscript and offers to read it.

Mrs. Ames will send Hench the data concerning her husband. She includes a list of pamphlets in her possession regarding yellow fever.

Hench thanks Lucy Howard for permitting him to visit her and her father.

Hench thanks Howard for allowing him to visit and inquires about the location of the Howard-Reed letters, which Hench has been unable to find.

Hench discusses a possible abstract of his yellow fever paper that Jones might publish.

Hench informs Rose that it will take some time to copy her photographs, but he assures her that he will take care of them.

Hench thanks the Kellogg children for their letter, which delighted him.

Hench sends Kellogg an item from the Old Hickory Bookshop and tells him that he liked the note from the Kellogg children.

Mrs. Ames lists pamphlets in her possession regarding yellow fever.

Hench sends Logan a copy of the Camp Lazear building photo.

Taylor asserts that he was an American citizen at the time of the yellow fever experiments, but has been misidentified in records as an Englishman.

Michie requests information on a member of his family, Major Michie.

Stewart sends Hench photos of the bas-relief panel at the Agramonte Memorial Library.

Postell requests reprints of [Hench's] article.

Hench discusses Sternberg's contributions to the yellow fever experiments and agrees with Taylor that he should be recognized.

Hench requests information on Cuban medical bulletins that were missing when Hench visited the Library of Congress.

Hench informs Randin that he has been sent the wrong photographs and again describes the one he is seeking.

Jones informs Hench that his journal would not be interested in publishing Hench's article on the Cuban version of the Cornwell painting.

Hench thinks that the original records and fever charts still exist, but does not know where they are. He encourages Andrus to rewrite his story to emphasize his own role in the experiments.

Kellogg writes that he has received information casting doubt on Hoffmann's professional credentials.

Taylor refers Hench to a paper by Sternberg.

Hamer sends Hench copies of documents requested from the National Archives.

Kellogg congratulates Hench on his discovery of the Lazear letters and feels the war will revive interest in yellow fever.

Truby tells Hench that he has received the galley proofs of his book and likes the appearance of the book and illustrations. He mentions having seen Finlay's book and thought it was beautifully done.

Kean comments on the Cornwell painting of the Reed Board and the distribution of proper credit between Reed and Finlay.

Kean sends Hench a copy of a letter he sent to Harold W. Jones, congratulates Hench on finding additional letters from Lazear, and mentions Andrus' book.

Andrus speculates on the location of the original yellow fever charts. He recalls that Reed was quite sick before arriving at Columbia Barracks, in November 1900.

Logan thanks [Hench] for the photograph and agrees to send him more photographs.

Heard discusses Hench's research on the yellow fever experiments.

LeMan informs Hench that he has mailed the correct photograph and reiterates that the War Department has no photographs of Camp Lazear.

Truby suggests that Hench visit Russell in order to obtain more information. He notes that the urine entries in the New York Academy notebook are in Neate's handwriting.

Hench thanks Postell for helping him obtain photographs of the memorial panel at the Agramonte Memorial Library.

Hench inquires about the anticipated Cuban unveiling of the Cornwell paintings, which he would like to attend if possible. He informs Kellogg that Hoffmann is a member of the Finlay Institute.

Hench informs Taylor that he was aware Taylor is American, not English.

Hench thanks Stewart for the photographs of the memorial panel at the Agramonte Memorial Library.

Hench thanks Albertini for the information on Hoffman and Ponce.

Dampf inquires about obtaining a copy of Cornwell's painting to show to his students. He comments on Hench's "Conquerors of Yellow Fever" article.

Hench describes to Michie the role played by Major R.E. Lee Michie in the yellow fever experiments, and suggests that he contact Kean and the War Department for more information.

Hench is glad that Jones was open with him and so will let the matter drop.

Taylor discusses the Rockefeller Foundation's strategy of immunization against disease.

Hoffmann requests copies of the Cornwell painting to distribute to tropical disease specialists. He describes his years of yellow fever research and comments on the dangers of epidemic that still exist.

Hench thanks Reeve for the photostats.

Hench invites Truby to Rochester. Hench discusses the handwriting in the Lazear lab book, noting how much is attributed to Lazear and how much to Reed.

Kellogg discusses plans for an unveiling of the Cuban version of the Cornwell painting.

Hench invites Kellogg to visit him.

Hench informs Peabody that he has been helping Wood with her manuscript. He has received no news from Cuba on the proposed Camp Lazear memorial.

Michie thanks Hench for the information on his relative, R.E. Lee Michie, whose daughter is sending Michie further information.

Jessie Ames will send Hench some of her husband's papers. She thinks the success of the yellow fever experiments depended on her husband and that he was not immune while he was nursing the volunteers. She was hurt by Kean and Ireland's lack of support for her husband being honored.

Postell thanks Hench for the reprints.

Wood is sending Hench the last third of her manuscript and asks for his comments. She questions why Reed would have needed information about the insect host theory from both Carter and Lazear. She comments on meeting Blossom Reed.

Macia returns a check for the purchase of a small lot of land at the former site of Camp Lazear. He is concerned that this lot might interfere with his quarry or with the entrance to the land in the back of it. He is willing to reconsider until definite plans have been made for the memorialization of the site. Macia informs Hench that some small repairs have been done at Building No. 1.

Kellogg discusses a drug his company is investigating.

Michie refers to an error he made regarding information about his relative, R.E. Lee Michie. Kean pointed out the error.

Hench returns the journals he borrowed and will return the remaining one soon.

Randin sends Hench two photographs of Agramonte Hospital, showing the spot where Lazear died. See English translation.

Randin sends Hench two photographs of Agramonte Hospital, showing the spot where Lazear died. See Spanish original.

Hench comments on details in Wood's manuscript of her book on Reed. He reflects on the difficulties in planning his own book.

Hench questions Logan about the photographs she sent him.

Hench thanks Ascanio for the aerial photograph of the Military City Hospital, in Cuba.

Wood thanks Hench for comments on her manuscript - responding to some of them - and discusses her work. She used Ashburn's history of the Army Medical Corps for some statistics. Wood insists that Hench write his book on Reed because she feels it will be definitive.

Kellogg sends Hench a letter from Hoffmann. He comments on the reliability of Hoffmann.

Hench thanks Kellogg for the information on the Cornwell painting unveiling in Cuba, which Hench hopes to attend.

Logan informs Hench that he may keep the photographs she sent to him, but disputes Hench's statement concerning the number of experimental cases of yellow fever.

Hench thanks Thomases for his help and encloses a request for further information.

Michie thanks Hench for his note and for Kean's letter regarding R.E. Lee Michie.

Hench thanks Hamer and the National Archives staff for their help and inquires about two missing volumes of records. He also requests records on Godfrey.

Hench is glad to have Wood's reference to the Ashburn history of the Army Medical Corps. He comments on an illustration that has been prepared for her book.

Hench thanks Logan for the photograph of Carter and explains the discrepancy in the number of experimental yellow fever cases that she pointed out in his article.

Hench discusses studies of calcium and arthritis in relation to a possible venture by Kellogg's company. He comments on Hoffmann's professional status.

Hench asks for the address of Lampson, author of "Death Loses a Pair of Wings."

Wood returns material, which Hench had loaned to her, and discusses her manuscript. The publication delay permits her to do more research on Lazear. Wood comments on a Reed family legend that is almost certainly apocryphal.

Hench implores Macia to preserve Building No. 1 until he has raised enough money to commemorate of the site. Hench assures him that a mutually satisfactory solution can be found for the sale of the land.

Hench appreciates the list of documents Jessie Ames sent to him. He poses specific questions about her husband's role in the yellow fever experiments and inquires about old fever charts and carbon copies of various letters.

Hench informs Mrs. Howard that he has been contacted by Moran concerning three Sidney Howard letters.

Hench informs Hutchison of his travel plans.

Charles Scribner's Sons informs Hench that the company does not give out authors' addresses, but will forward letters to them.

Coles informs Hench that the painting of Camp Lazear is in the American Museum of Natural History.

Wood has received oral permission from Blossom Reed to examine copies of Walter Reed's letters, which are in Hench's possession.

Kellogg discusses the problem in choosing a representative of nursing and of pharmacy for the Wyeth Company portrait series.

Crain writes that he has received the enlargements sent by Hench and the framed Cornwell painting reproduction from Kellogg. He describes a meeting with Emilie Lawrence and Blossom Reed.

Hamer lists records of Reed and Godfrey in the National Archives.

Ames answers Hench's questions concerning her husband's role at Camp Lazear.

Kean commends Hench for his published article, expresses his pleasure in having read Roper's book on Reed, and sends news about Emilie Lawrence Reed's health. He also mentions the possibilities for publication of Truby's work and sends some newspaper clippings.

Hench sends Mrs. Howard copies of three letters from Sidney Howard to Moran.

Hench thanks Randin for the aerial photographs of the Military Hospital, showing where Lazear died.

Kellogg sends Hench a proof of a Cornwell painting of McDowell, and tells him of a forthcoming Wyeth booklet that will present and describe all four Cornwell paintings, including "The Conquerors of Yellow Fever."

Hench is delighted that Coles has found the painting of Camp Lazear.

Hench asks Peabody if the painting of Camp Lazear in the American Museum of Natural History was made at Peabody's instigation. On the same page, Peabody replies that he never knew the painting existed.

Hench tells Kean of an upcoming trip to see various people connected with the yellow fever experiments and of having recently seen Emilie Lawrence Reed. He recounts having given his yellow fever talk at a medical meeting and thanks Kean for his previous letter and the enclosed clippings.

Lynch requests that Butler meet with Hench to discuss Pinto's recognition for his service in the yellow fever experiments. Lynch adds a note to Hench stating that Butler wishes to meet with him.

Lynch sends Hench a photograph of Pinto.

Wood is pleased that Hench has found the Lazear materials. She agrees that she should obtain Blossom Reed's written permission in order to examine copies of Walter Reed's letters.

Hench requests photostats of the records on Reed and Godfrey.

Rankin suggests corrections to the Cornwell painting of McDowell in surgery and states that he may not be able to attend the unveiling and make a speech.

Hench writes that he will soon be visiting Truby and Mabel Lazear.

Kellogg assures Rankin that Cornwell will make the suggested corrections to the McDowell painting. He is pleased that Rankin may be able to speak at the unveiling of the painting.

Kellogg is afraid that Rankin will excuse himself from the unveiling of the McDowell painting, and so requests that Hench write to him emphasizing the importance of the event.

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Hench thanks Pyle for sending him still photographs from the film “Yellow Jack.”

Kellogg thanks Hench for his letter to Rankin concerning a medical portrait unveiling sponsored by Kellogg's company.

Hench is forwarding Blossom Reed's manuscript, which includes some Walter Reed letters. He comments that Walter Reed would be dismayed if he knew that Blossom was attempting to sell his personal letters.

Kellogg sends Hench a proof of an insert prepared by the Wyeth Company that is to appear in "Modern Medicine."

Wood comments on Walter Reed's letters and on Blossom Reed's attempts to sell them. She will send Hench a completed manuscript of her book to examine if he has time.

Kean discusses Najieb M. Saleeby's report [01942002] and states that the epidemic as reported by Saleeby was either Dengue or Pappataci fever.

Truby is not convinced that Hench's specialty is needed in the armed services at this time. He also tells Hench that he has heard of Andrus' death and credits Andrus with having provided a reliable account of the “events in Cuba.”

Siler has read Saleeby's report on the 1899 fever epidemic at Columbia Barracks and is sure that it was dengue fever.

Law discusses the upcoming unveiling ceremony of Cornwell's new painting, entitled "The Dawn of Abdominal Surgery." Hench and his wife are expected to sit at the head table.

Ahrendts informs [Hench] that Pinto claims to have been the first person inoculated by Lazear.

Kellogg thanks Hench for his corrections of the text on “Conquerors of Yellow Fever,” to be included in the booklet of Cornwell paintings.

Hench requests that Kellogg invite Truby to an upcoming event concerning the Cornwell paintings. He invites Kellogg to a banquet at which Hench will give a speech on the conquest of yellow fever.

Heilbron informs Wilson that she is publishing an article concerning Reed's period of military medical service in Minnesota, and requests permission to quote from Wilson's article on Reed.

Hart describes a recent trip to the Cuban Army Medical Department at Columbia Barracks, and sends Hench a photograph from the trip.

Wilson gives Heilbron permission to quote from his article on Reed and refers her to Hench for additional information on Reed.

Hench comments on Wood's manuscript. He hopes that she will acknowledge the Reeds in her foreword.

Heilbron informs Hench that she is contacting Laura Wood for permission to examine Wood's manuscript on Reed.

Hart refers Hench to men associated with the yellow fever experiments and to publications about the experiments.

Kellogg suggests that Hench give a lecture on yellow fever lecture in Philadelphia. He introduces his brother, a surgeon, and comments on the successful Cornwell painting unveiling at which Col. Rankin spoke.

Kean informs Hench that he has discussed Lazear's lab book with Truby and notes areas where they differed and their final agreements. Kean and Truby agree that Ames' alleged case of yellow fever was an error in diagnosis.

Hench thanks Hart for the information on the yellow fever experiments, however, none of the information was new to him.

Hench tells Wood that he will send Heilbron part of Wood's manuscript. He also discusses his upcoming military duty.

Hench informs Kellogg he will not be able to lecture in Philadelphia, as he expects to go on active military duty soon. He discusses the latest Cornwell painting unveiling ceremony. Hench also comments on Pinto's role in the yellow fever experiments.

Hench informs Kean that Jessie Ames sent Hench a certificate of Roger Ames' yellow fever infection as well as an army paper, which referred to Ames as “yellow fever immune.” He also discusses his own impending military service.

Hench thanks the Haines for donating fifty cents to the Camp Lazear Memorial Fund.

Hench sends Hall a reprint of his yellow fever article and thanks them for their contribution to the Camp Lazear Memorial Fund.

Hench sends Heilbron two chapters of Wood's manuscript.

Hench returns films and photographs to Taylor. Hench comments on his upcoming military service.

Hench returns photographs to Mrs. Forbes, mother of Wallace Forbes, whom he recently visited. He discusses his upcoming military service.

Hench informs Ames that he has been called-up for active duty. He poses numerous questions about the material she has sent to him. He expresses his desire to paint an accurate portrayal of Ames' contribution to the yellow fever experiments.

Jessie Ames informs Hench that she plans to send more documents to Hench.

Kellogg asks if Hench has noted the use of the “Conquerors of Yellow Fever” painting in Morrow's new book. He discusses Pinto's role in the yellow fever experiments.

Heilbron thanks Hench for the section of Wood's manuscript. She thinks that Wood did not cover the subject of Reed's service in Minnesota fully, and still intends to publish an article on that topic.

Jessie Ames answers Hench's questions concerning her husband's role in the yellow fever experiments. She suggests that Hench contact her sister-in-law for further information on Ames. She states that it is difficult for her to examine the past, but feels that she should as a duty to her children.

Suarez requests that Hench return Dominguez' biography of Finlay to his widow.

Hench informs Suarez that he will return the Dominguez manuscript on Finlay to the publisher who loaned it to Hench. Hench explains his interest in yellow fever.

Hench discusses his military duty, noting that will be assigned to Fort Custer, then Fort Carson. He has found the original fever charts of the yellow fever cases in the possession of Mrs. Ames and is now studying them.

Hench returns Dominguez' manuscript on Finlay to Gill and is glad efforts will be made to publish it in English.

Hench writes to Dominguez that he is sorry to hear of her husband's death, and hopes that Dominguez' manuscript on Finlay will be published in English.

Hall thanks Hench for the reprint of his article and praises Hench's speech on the yellow fever experiments, delivered at the American Rheumatism Association meeting.

Hench appreciates Jessie Ames' answers to his numerous questions about Roger Ames. He requests that she donate some of the original fever charts for an planned exhibition at a Cuban museum.

Wood discusses the upcoming publication of her book. Truby visited recently and gave her more information on the yellow fever experiments. She inquires if Hench knows who first volunteered for the experiments.

Hench describes his research on the conquest of yellow fever. He is anxious to learn as much as possible about Ames' contribution.

Taylor writes that he will not be able to meet with Hench. However, he feels that his knowledge of the yellow fever experiments would have been of interest to Hench and so offers his services in the future.

Morris writes about her brother, Roger Post Ames, and his involvement with the yellow fever experiments. She describes his association with Lazear and his work in Cuba.

Hench discusses the controversy between Kissinger and Moran, which centers on who first volunteered for the yellow fever experiments. He feels the truth will never be known, and advises Wood not to reopen the matter.

Hench questions Taylor about his additional information regarding the yellow fever experiments.

Jessie Ames writes that Hench may keep the fever charts as soon as she gets them back and can send them to him. She thinks the War Department does not have a complete dossier on her husband, and attributes this to carelessness.

Taylor informs Hench that he has additional documents concerning the yellow fever experiments, and that his other information comes from memories of having worked with many of the central figures.

Suarez thanks Hench for the return of the Dominguez manuscript on Finlay, and for the reprint of Hench's yellow fever article. He has sent Hench's article to Dominguez' widow.

Hench thanks Ames for her willingness to contribute the yellow fever charts. He assures her that he has arranged his yellow fever files so that if anything happens to him, the collection would be preserved for posterity.

Hench informs Kean that he has received 22 fever charts from Jessie Ames. He requests clarification in regards to remarks on the back of Dean's fever chart.

Hench sends Rodriguez Leon items related to Cornwell's yellow fever painting and informs her that he is entering the army medical corps this week. He hopes she will continue to write to him.

Hench is excited that Johnson might be able to interest the U.S. State Department in his plan to memorialize Camp Lazear. He feels that this would be an excellent and real opportunity to foster Pan-American solidarity. Hench estimates it would cost about $25,000 to do all he has planned.

Hench sends Carlos E. Finlay items related Cornwell's yellow fever painting and informs him that efforts to memorialize Camp Lazear continue.

Hench requests that England contact him as he would like to pose some questions regarding the yellow fever experiments.

Kean believes that the fever charts mentioned by Hench were probably copies of the originals. He doesn't remember much about his own illness with yellow fever except the headache and backache.

Kean writes that he has started his memoir. In a postscript, Kean explains Gorgas was excluded from the yellow fever painting because Gorgas did not initially believe in the mosquito theory.

Truby describes his meeting with Hench in Washington and his visit with Laura Wood Roper in Philadelphia. He mentions having heard favorable news from Harper's about possible publication of his manuscript and conveys news about his family.

Hench discusses the location of the original fever charts. He also comments on life in the army.

Kean sends Hench a copy of a letter Truby had sent to him regarding the introduction to the memoir he is writing.

Kellogg discusses his new magazine, "Army Doctor," for which he hopes to hire Siler as an advisor. He visited the Keans and will send Hench photographs of the visit.

Kellogg provides Hench's address, at Camp Carson, and writes that he hopes Truby's manuscript will be released soon.

Kellogg discusses his meeting with Siler. He informs Hench that Lawrence Reed was honored to personally present Hench's application for an army commission.

Kean introduces Truby's Memoir on the yellow fever experiments, providing background information on the experiments themselves, as well as background on the author.

Kean sends a copy of his introduction to Truby's memoir to Hench for his review.

Kellogg acknowledges receipt of Kean's letter and writes about a common acquaintance. He includes another letter he wrote to the Keans in the morning. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Kellogg speaks of correspondence with Hench and is making arrangements for the design of the Gorgas Medal. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Truby informs Hench about the progress with his manuscript and credits Hench with having inspired him to write the memoirs.

Kellogg tells Kean of a visit with Hench in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and relates news of family and acquaintances. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Kellogg informs Hench that Kean, Stitt, and Russell will receive the Gorgas award. He quotes part of the citation for Kean.

Kean has been notified that he is to receive the Gorgas Medal for several accomplishments early in his career, including starting warfare on the mosquito in Cuba, initiating the legislation that created the Medical Reserve Corps, and for organizing the Base Hospitals in parent institutions.

Smith congratulates Kean on receiving the Gorgas medal and recalls the day in December 1934 when the commission met in St. Louis and visited historical landmarks. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Hench makes recommendations for some corrections and possible deletions from Truby's manuscript. He encourages him to take steps to have the book published sooner rather than later.

Truby responds to Hench's letter of November 24, 1942. He justifies what he has written in his manuscript and clarifies several points that Hench has raised.

Kean, Stitt, and Russell will be awarded the Gorgas Medal for their medical service in the U.S. military. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

On behalf of the University of Virginia, Newcomb congratulates Kean on receiving the Gorgas Medal. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Kean discusses the “warfare” against the mosquito.

Hart describes his trip to Cuba and Mexico and his meeting with Moran.

Kean, in a speech he never delivered, accepts the Gorgas Medal and gives a brief chronology of the events that led to the sanitary measures to rid places of the mosquito that carried yellow fever. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Truby writes about the progress with his publisher on his book manuscript and responds further to Hench's suggestion that he may encounter some harsh remarks from literary critics.

On behalf of the medical faculty at the University of Virginia, Jordan congratulates Kean on receiving the Gorgas Medal. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Rodriguez Leon thanks Hench for the reprints he sent and promises to write soon. She hopes that she can answer some of Hench's questions about the yellow fever experiments.

Mayer invites Hench to serve on the Medical Advisory Board. He wants to support the memorial in Cuba.

Mayer reports that there is a possibility Hench will be asked to join the Board of the Finlay Institute.

Kean states that his reference to Gorgas' Final Report should not diminish Gorgas' credibility and reputation.

Hench writes that he is unable to come to New York since he is very busy at Camp Carson, Colorado. Hench's wife is pregnant with their fourth child.

Kean is concerned that he has wrongly portrayed Gorgas as slow in supporting Reed's findings.

Hench is anxious to see Truby's book. Hench then mentions that he read Finlay's book, which supports the Cuban perspective that the Americans only confirmed, not proved, the mosquito theory.

Hench informs Mayer that his wife just gave birth to their baby and so he will spend some time at home.

Pinto has read Hemmeter's article on Carroll and is distressed by the developing disagreement over the recognition of Carroll's yellow fever work.

Kean finds Roper's book admirable, in substance and in literary style. He mentions that her dramatic style of writing has caused her to rely heavily on her imagination. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Hench assures Mayer that he is only interested in the commemoration of the Camp Lazear site and that he is not trying to secure a position on the scientific board of the Finlay Institute. However, if his membership would advance his cause, then he would pursue this endeavour.

Kean comments on Wood's manuscript. He believes that Reed or Lazear would have volunteered to be inoculated before Carroll. Kean suggests that Lazear believed in the mosquito theory and was the first to try it on himself.

Reed discusses her beloved father's letters and her lengthy illness.

Kean finds that Wood's book is a well-written depiction of the yellow fever demonstration.

Truby writes of Lampson's novel on yellow fever. He believes that it distorts the truth and perpetuates false statements.

Kellogg assures Hench that he will still be involved with the "Pioneers of American Medicine Series," despite the fact that he no longer with Wyeth. He and Cornwell received an award from the National Art Director's Club. He expresses concern about Kean.

Hench congratulates Kellogg on his award from the National Art Director's Club. He expresses regret that Cornwell's remarks at the unveiling of the yellow fever painting were never recorded. He mentions the books of Laura Wood, Hume and Truby.

Mayer assures Hench that he wants him on the scientific board of the Finlay Institute. He inquires if Hench would be interested in accompanying a group of military doctors on a training mission to Cuba.

Peabody requests Kean's assistance in editing the copy of his account of the campaign to get the Yellow Fever Bill passed into law. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Hench congratulates Truby on the publication of his book.

Hench expresses delight with Truby's book, and considers Kean and himself as “godfathers” to this literary work.

Kean reports the death of a former participant in the yellow fever experiments. He is delighted with Truby's book and approves of Laura Wood's book on Reed. He offers his opinion on world politics and war shortages.

Lambert informs Truby of the death of Clyde West.

Kean complains that Lawrence Reed is not answering his letters. He comments on Laura Wood's new book on Reed. He is delighted with Truby's book and offers a suggestion to remedy a printing error.

Hench thanks Wright for the newspaper clipping about England and he discusses England's association with the yellow experiments. Hench had planned to pose some personal questions to Wright, but the war has interfered with his yellow fever research.

Love thanks Kean for his suggestions on his review about Truby's book. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Truby mentions the many complimentary letters about his book. He complains that he was not informed of an upcoming publication of Laura Wood's book on Reed, although he approves it. He reports that two more members of the Yellow Fever Roll of Honor have died.

Kean writes notes and memoranda about various yellow fever episodes.

Love is grateful that the military did not reject him because of his defective vision. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

This obituary, which appeared in the "Journal of the American Medical Association," discusses the career of England - an original yellow fever experiment volunteer.

Lambert recalls life at Military Hospital No. 1. He mentions Ames and Pinto, and comments on Truby's book.

Lawrence Reed praises Truby's book on Walter Reed. He vividly remembers Truby's efforts to eradicate mosquito breeding sites.

Law informs Hench that Cornwell's latest painting will be unveiled soon and that he will receive an invitation to attend the ceremony.

Hench showed the booklet, which Logan had sent, to Moran. Hench requests additional copies so he can distribute them among the yellow fever personnel.

[Moran] discusses his stay in the U.S., commenting on the changes that the war has had on American society. He thanks her for her hospitality she showed to his wife while he was at Walter Reed hospital.

Heilbron sends Hench an article about Walter Reed, published by the Minnesota Historical Society.

Heilbron comments on Hench's article, entitled "Conquerors of Yellow Fever." She informs him that he will receive a number of copies of her article on Reed.

This review of Truby's book, Memoir of Walter Reed: the Yellow Fever Episode, is sent to Hench by Kean.

Hench questions Kean about the yellow fever experiments at Camp Lazear.

Kean describes Hench's visit to his house and admits that his memory is fading.

Hench promises to send Truby additional extracts from some of Reed's letters. Hench offers his opinion on people who are not fully backing the war effort.

Franck sends Kean a completed manuscript for Hench [not enclosed]. In a second letter on the same page, dated February 8, 1944, Kean writes to Hench that the manuscript is enclosed. He mentions a newspaper account of the launch of a ship named for James Carroll.

Truby writes about his health. He encourages Hench to get James Carroll's personal papers from Carroll's son. He discusses a nurse who served with him in Cuba.

Truby writes that the photographs of the yellow fever huts are authentic. He also states that the model of Camp Columbia by Yldefonso Perez is accurate and very well done.

This article, originally published in "Horizontes Medicos," describes the history of Camp Lazear and the confirmation of Finlay's mosquito theory. The translation was made by Moran.

Kean encloses a copy of a positive review of Truby's book and makes comments.

Publishers want Kellogg to revise his book on the history of Ireland for a second printing. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Hench describes receiving Reed's “New Year's Eve letter,” in which Reed described his thoughts on the transmission of yellow fever by mosquitoes.

Albertini takes issue with Reed's statement that the Board of Havana experts considered Finlay's theory wild. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Kean appreciates the copy of Reed's letter and photograph, although he is unable to identify anyone in the picture. He mentions a planned mural at a Cuban Military Hospital celebrating the conquest of yellow fever. After his death, his books will be donated to the University of Virginia.

Schnurr informs [Hench] that Moran is unable to identify the persons in the photograph.

Truby appreciates receiving the copy of a letter written by Walter Reed. He identifies persons in an old photograph. Truby asks for a copy of a different Walter Reed letter and comments on Kean's interview. He encloses a letter from Lawrence Reed complimenting Truby's book.

Truby identifies the men in a photograph taken at Camp Lazear.

Hench writes that he enjoyed reading Hart's article on Building No. 1. He clarifies some misconceptions in this article. Hench mentions Moran and notes that he more or less serves as Hench's personal representative in Cuba. Hench discusses his efforts to raise money for the Camp Lazear memorial.

Hart informs Hench that he has become Vice President and General Manager of Winthrop Products. The article on Building No. 1 was written by the medical director of their Cuban organization, not by Hart. However, Hart does plans on writing an article about Camp Lazear.

Ibanez sends copies of "Horizontes Medicos," containing the article on Building No. 1 of Camp Lazear, to Hench.

Hench is delighted that Hart is interested in the yellow fever story and the discovery of Camp Lazear. He discusses his meeting with Ramos and the Cuban government's support to commemorate the site of Camp Lazear.

Hench informs Rojas that his plans for the memorialization of Camp Lazear and the preservation of Building No. 1 are proceeding. He hopes that she will preserve her husband's day book because it constitutes the basic proof for the identification of Camp Lazear and Building No. 1.

Hench is worried about the condition of Building No. 1. He does not want it to suffer the fate of its companion building which crashed in a hurricane. Hench is thinking about erecting an outer protective shell, and is wondering how much it would cost.

Hench offers to lend Ramos some of his slides which deal with the yellow fever experiments. He also offers financial help to protect Building No. 1 and requests Ramos' assistance in organizing this effort.

Kean criticizes an article that claims Gorgas was ahead of his time when, in fact, he was slow to react to Reed's conclusions.

The minutes of the Walter Reed Memorial Association board cover organizational business.

Kean discusses Finlay's mosquito theory and Reed's research.

Hench describes his encounter with Ramos. Ramos plans to commission a painting by Cornwell along the lines of the preliminary sketches for the Yellow Fever painting. However, this version would give Finlay the dominant position.

Hench discusses the mural on which she is currently working. He hopes to receive a photograph or newspaper clipping when it is unveiled.

Law informs Hench about his meeting with Ramos and describes his ideas for exploiting the yellow fever painting in Cuba. Law requests that Hench contact Ramos to find out about the progress on this project.

Hench describes his visits with the Keans and Ramos. An exhibit of the Cornwall painting is planned in Cuba. He describes a mural by a Cuban artist entitled, “The Martyrs of the Conquest of Yellow Fever.”

Hench requests Kissinger's help in identifying persons and buildings in two photographs.

Hench asks Cooke to identify people in a photograph taken at Camp Lazear. He includes a letter from Truby to Hench in which Truby identifies the people.

Hench discusses his efforts to memorialize Camp Lazear. He makes clear that he is not interested in arguing who deserves the greatest honor. He expresses hope that this venture will lead to a closer ties between Cuba and the United States.

Hench requests that Romero send him a reference to the article about Maass.

Hench writes that he is interested in attending a meeting in Cuba. However, he is unsure if the Cuban plans will come to fruition.

Hench inquires about the preparations for the meeting in Cuba. He would like to attend and offers to loan his slides on yellow fever to Ramos.

In a letter of introduction to the Cuban Minister of Public Health and Sanitation, Hench requests assistance in protecting a building at the site of Camp Lazear. He discusses his plans to create a museum dedicated to the conquest of yellow fever.

Kean discusses Finlay's mosquito theory and Reed's experimentation. He comments on a planned mural depicting the story of yellow fever in Cuba.

Hench requests help in identifying a newspaper clipping from 1905.

Truby informs Hench that he does not want to become involved in the controversy of what others thought of Finlay's mosquito theory.

Kean relates a humorous anecdote about Wood. Kean goes on to discuss the problems of finding the exact moment when Guiteras was converted to the mosquito theory. He also discusses Pinto's role in the Yellow Fever Commission.

Hench is thankful for the letters and photographs loaned to him by Reed and asks for identification of Walter Reed in a photograph.

Cooke attempts to identify people in the group photograph that Hench believes was taken at Camp Lazear.

Ida Kissinger sends her husband's identifications of the persons in a photograph. She discusses their health problems.

Hoyt provides information on how to protect Building No. 1 from the effects of weathering and the attack of termites.

Espinosa writes to Hench that he (Espinosa) has been appointed Director of Panamerican Doctors (Director de la Division de Relaciones Medicas y Sanitarias Panamericanas) at the Finlay Institute. Espinosa hopes that cooperation will continue between scientists in the United States and in Cuba.

Hench accepts the appointment to become the Director of the Division of Medical Relations and Pan-American Sanitation of the Finlay Institute.

Hench, believing that Ramos sponsored his appointment to the Finlay Institute, thanks him for his support.

This is a rough translation of [Espinosa's] letter, in which he apologizes to Hench for the misunderstanding regarding Espinosa's letter of January 10, 1945, in which Hench mistakenly believed that he (Hench) had been appointed Director of Panamerican Doctors (Director de la Division de Relaciones Medicas y Sanitarias Panamericanas) at the Finlay Institute. [Espinosa] expresses his hope that Hench will continue to work closely with scientists in Cuba.

Espinosa apologizes to Hench for the misunderstanding regarding Espinosa's letter of January 10, 1945, in which Hench mistakenly believed that he (Hench) had been appointed Director of Panamerican Doctors (Director de la Division de Relaciones Medicas y Sanitarias Panamericanas) at the Finlay Institute. Espinosa expresses his hope that Hench will continue to work closely with scientists in Cuba.

Rojas expresses her admiration to Hench for his persistent efforts to memorialize the site of Camp Lazear. She talks about her visit to Building No. 1. She was surprised to see it intact since a cyclone just had struck the area and caused considerable damage.

Rojas expresses her admiration to Hench for his persistent efforts to memorialize the site of Camp Lazear. She talks about her visit to Building No. 1. She was surprised to see it intact since a cyclone just had struck the area and caused considerable damage.

Hench writes that, due to a translation error, he was under the assumption that he had been appointed to a directorial position at the Finlay Institute. He is very embarrassed about the total affair.

Hench attempts to explain how he came to misunderstand Espinosa's letter. Espinosa's letter, in Spanish, was not translated correctly. Hench assures him that he will cooperate with him and his work in the Finlay Institute.

Hench is distressed to hear about Reed's financial problems. He offers monetary assistance.

Hench is relieved to hear that Building No. 1 was not destroyed during the latest hurricane. He assures Rojas that he will continue his campaign to raise funds for its preservation. He describes his visit with Mabel Lazear.

Espinosa is sorry that his letter to Hench was mistranslated and caused confusion. He is pleased that Hench will return to Cuba.

Ireland thanks Hench for the book on the Mayos and explains how much he has enjoyed his association with Hench.

These minutes of the Walter Reed Memorial Association board cover organizational business.

Siler informs Hench that he was elected to the board of the Walter Reed Memorial Association at its annual meeting.

Kean comments on his future travel plans. He extends an invitation to Hench to study his personal papers.

Hench tells Siler about dining with Lawrence and Landon Reed, and Lawrence Reed's thoughts about the disbursement of funds from the Walter Reed Memorial Association.