Romero sends a holiday card. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Strachan describes what she believes to be one of the last letters written by Henry Rose Carter as very beautiful.

[Carter] describes Henry Rose Carter's attachment to the University of Virginia.

Romero sends a holiday card. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Reed requests that Lawrence stay at home so he can visit her in the evening.

Leon sends a holiday card. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Roberts makes inquiries to help Carter locate an assistant who can translate Spanish and Portuguese.

Sawyer sends Carter a telegram granting her sick leave.

Simpson summarizes the life of Lemuel S. Reed, as he knew him through religious work, and gives an account of his death and funeral. Simpson conducted the funeral service.

Reed reminisces about her father and includes letters written by her father to her mother. [Hench] notes inconsistencies with her transcriptions and the originals in the margins.

Carter writes about the Public Health Service, his children, and his health.

Carter writes about his children and other personal matters.

Tate is surprised at the length of the questionnaire from Hench but will answer the questions to the best of his ability.

William Lazear writes that his mother's health is improving.

William Lazear announces the death of his mother and the upcoming funeral.

William Lazear arrives safely.

William Lazear describes family activities.

William Lazear writes about a heat wave, travel plans, and family news.

William Lazear arrives safely. He gives news of relatives.

Reed discusses a lawsuit concerning his reputation and his brother Christopher Reed's excessive exertions on his behalf. [Courtesy of the Library of Virginia]

Reed plans to enter the U.S. Army Medical Corps, and gives his rationale. He describes his experiences in the city. He explains his later plans for marriage and his philosophy of life.

Reed informs Lawrence that he is studying for the Medical Corps exam. He describes the exam, and offers his opinion of social engagements.

Reed is exhausted from work. He plans a trip home. His step-mother is curious about his relationship with Emilie Lawrence. He critiques contemporary novels.

Reed seeks permission to call on Emilie Lawrence.

Reed offers many compliments to Emilie Lawrence. He claims in verse that he is not a poet and assures her his feelings for her are genuine.

Reed is worried that he may be writing Emilie Lawrence too frequently. He is sick but will persevere to take his medical exam.

In these two cards, Reed requests permission to call on Lawrence.

Reed inquires if [Emilie Lawrence] is attached, and asks if he may visit her.

Reed expresses his love for his dispersed family, and notes that it has been one year since he met her. Reed will delay taking his medical exam.

Reed lovingly writes to Emilie Lawrence that he will not forget her.

Reed writes that he misses her. Reed's step-mother is in Norfolk and may visit Murfeesboro - Emilie Lawrence's hometown. He has received his commission from Army Medical Corps.

Reed professes his love to Emilie Lawrence, and looks forward to seeing her again.

Reed discusses his future life in the Army and asks Emilie Lawrence to marry him.

Reed assures Emilie Lawrence of the sincerity of his feelings. She has not yet given an answer to his marriage proposal.

Reed seeks permission to call on Emilie Lawrence.

Reed writes that he made a medical call on Emilie Lawrence's relative, Mrs. Vaughan, on his way home to New York. He had been in North Carolina visiting Emilie Lawrence.

Reed writes that he has been delayed in Boykins on his way back to New York.

Reed expresses his devotion to Emilie Lawrence.

Reed expresses his devotion to Emilie Lawrence.

Lazear writes about killing potato bugs, attending church, studying the map of Europe, and memorization.

Reed and Emilie Lawrence are engaged. They anticipate separation for his military assignment.

Reed delights in Emilie Lawrence's love and prays for worthiness.

Reed informs Emilie Lawrence, his fiance, that the question of military leave is at the discretion of the Surgeon General.

Reed has not heard from Emilie Lawrence. He expresses affection for her relative Mrs. Vaughan.

Reed expresses his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. News spreads of their engagement.

Reed has his uniform tailored for a photograph to give to Emilie Lawrence. He makes plans to visit her.

Reed expresses his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. He admires her forgiving spirit, and writes her poetry. He writes to her mother to confirm their engagement, and reports that the photograph he had made of himself in uniform will be ready soon.

Reed writes that he misses her.

Reed writes Emilie Lawrence that he is lonely without her.

Reed describes to Emilie Lawrence his trip to New York City on a steamer from Portsmouth, Virginia. He relates a story containing a lesson of married life.

Reed describes to Emilie Lawrence the difficulties he undergoes to reach his army post at Willets Point, New York harbor.

Reed gives Emilie Lawrence a description of the U.S. Army base at Willets Point, New York harbor. He describes his duties there as a medical officer.

Reed informs Emilie Lawrence that he has light military duties and an easy command as a medical officer at Willets Point U.S. Army base. He misses her.

Reed, in verse, declares his devotion to Emilie Lawrence.

Reed assures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion. He describes a visit to New York City to buy her wedding ring.

Reed responds to Emilie Lawrence's teasing. He alludes to their wedding planned for the fall of 1876. He is beginning study of French and German.

Reed reassures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion. He learns she is unhappy, but does not know why.

Reed misses Emilie Lawrence. He offers a prayer to his deceased natural mother. He also discusses various topics, including medical treatments, a Catholic service, French lessons, and reading.

Reed reassures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion. He admits that she has great influence over him.

Reed sends an engagement ring to Emilie Lawrence by express mail.

Reed remains devoted to Emilie Lawrence. He comments on a caricature she has drawn, which includes mosquitos.

Reed describes his activities to Emilie Lawrence: French language studies, reading, and chess. He promises no card playing at her request.

Reed reiterates his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. He describes errands in New York City and his responsibilities at Willet's Point Army Base.

Reed reiterates his devotion to her. He describes a view of the planets by telescope.

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence about writing. He reiterates his devotion to her, and makes plans to visit her.

Reed pledges to abstain from irony in his future correspondence with Emilie Lawrence.

Reed describes his military responsibilities. He assures Emilie Lawrence that she is above all others in his heart.

Reed writes to Emilie Lawrence concerning irony. He notes that there was a delay in receiving her letter.

Reed's visit to Emilie Lawrence is set, but he teases her first.

Reed misses Emilie Lawrence after visiting her. He writes lines of poetry and offers a critique of an Episcopalian minister.

Reed expresses his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. He expects a permanent military assignment in the spring.

Reed makes a visit to a doctor's family. An army general gives him word on his future assignment.

Emilie Lawrence visits Norfolk and Reed teases her.

Reed reiterates his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. He describes his responsibilities and notes that General Humphreys, Chief of the Army Corps of Engineers, arrives at the base for a dinner.

Reed relates to Emilie Lawrence details of his brother's visit.

Reed describes a dinner given for General Humphreys, Chief of the Army Corps of Engineers. He also describes city sights seen with his brother. He gives a defense of army life and teases her.

Reed describes athletic events and a tournament. He comments on jealousy.

Reed makes a statement on irony in the letters he and Emilie Lawrence send each other.

Reed assures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion, and he apologizes for the ironic tone which offended her.

Reed learns that Emilie Lawrence is nursing her nephew who has typhoid fever. He expresses concern for her health, and apologizes for his sad letter earlier today.

Reed writes that he has not heard from her, and he feels dejected. He attends a reception with a heavy heart.

Reed expresses his anxiety for Emilie Lawrence's health. He reiterates his devotion to her.

Reed reiterates his devotion to Emilie Lawrence. He expresses his hope for the future.

Reed learns of the death of Emilie Lawrence's nephew. He meditates on Christian duty and on life's purpose for him.

Reed visits New York City, where he buys Emilie Lawrence a book. He is concerned for her health.

Reed reaffirms his feelings for Emilie Lawrence. He describes the physician's lot, and inquires about the new Murfreesboro newspaper and their friends Miss Peace and Mr. Sharpe.

Reed relates that he is compiling statistics and writing a report for 1875.

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence about a rumor of her impending marriage. He plans a visit to see her.

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence about not writing and about attentions from Professor Sharpe. He discusses small pox cases among children on the post.

Reed has received no letter from her, but offers a meditation on patience.

Reed must postpone his visit to see her.

Reed writes of visitors to the Willet's Point base and his treatment of the sick.

Reed describes sleigh rides he has taken with the ladies of the army base at Willet's Point. He teases Emilie Lawrence.

Reed reiterates his devotion to Emilie Lawrence.

Reed arranges a visit to Norfolk and Murfreesboro. He describes social events at the army base at Willet's Point.

Reed writes Emilie Lawrence to expect his impending arrival

Reed misses Emilie Lawrence. He is thankful for the time spent with her.

Reed visits a sick friend in Brooklyn. He was impressed with Baltimore on his trip home.

Reed describes the visit of dignitaries - including General William T. Sherman - to the post at Willet's Point.

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence that his finger was injured by her. He describes cases of measles at the base.

Reed has not heard from Emilie Lawrence. He tells her he misses her, and reports on cases of measles at the base.

Reed misses Emilie Lawrence. He resolves to be a better Christian.

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence.

Reed remarks on the ingratitude of patients. He informs Emilie Lawrence that he will be in a play.

Reed studies Emilie Lawrence's French grammar. He assures her of his devotion. He visits Central Park, New York City.

The Army post expects a visit from Gen. William T. Sherman and the Secretary of War. Reed anticipates his upcoming marriage to Emilie Lawrence.

Reed awaits his new orders. His replacement has arrived.

Reed is ordered to San Francisco. He will visit Emilie Lawrence with a “startling request.”

William Lazear writes about the Centennial Exhibition. He also provides family news.

McKee reports to the Surgeon General that Reed has his hospital in “most excellent condition.” He also mentions Reed's personal qualities that have won him the confidence of all. [Courtesy of the National Archives and Records Administration]

Reed describes his family life, his reunion with Emilie Lawrence Reed, and their journey to Camp Lowell.

The Yellow Fever Visitation. Terrible Scenes in New Orleans and Memphis.

Emilie Lawrence Reed and her young son, Walter Lawrence Reed, begin a trip east from Arizona.

Reed waits for Mrs. Compton in order to accompany her to an Army post. He misses his wife and son, and asks his wife to hire a nurse for their son.

Reed describes a trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico. He hears news of Emilie Lawrence Reed from a train conductor.

Reed writes that he received her letter to him.

Reed continues his trip back to Fort Apache, Arizona. He has not heard from her lately.

Reed's trip to Fort Apache, Arizona continues. He describes a river crossing. Col. Compton, post commander, travels out to meet Reed and Mrs. Compton.

Reed arrives at Fort Apache. He describes his house, and relays news of their friends. He studies Spanish.

Reed hopes that his wife's health improves. He offers news of colleagues at Fort Apache and hopes for an assignment back east. He has received no letter from her.

Reed describes a carriage ride. He responds to a letter from Emilie Lawrence Reed, giving her financial advice and offering news of acquaintances.

Reed describes enlisting Indian scouts and camping in the wilderness.

Reed writes that he appreciates Emilie Lawrence Reed's sacrifices. His son will be 18 months old on June 4, 1879. He sends his love and misses them.

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence Reed. He offers news from the base. He is glad to hear that she is feeling better.

Reed has photographs of his wife and son, and asks if they remember him. He gives news of their acquaintances and his Spanish studies.

Reed describes a Native American at the fort, as well as his house and garden. Life on the base is dull, so he anticipates a new home with his wife and son.

Reed writes about finances, promising to send money to her. She wants him to get an eastern assignment. He gives news about acquaintances.

Reed has heard no word from Emilie Lawrence Reed regarding a necklace he sent her. He studies Spanish, and will take the medical exam when he returns. He gives news of the post commissary and their acquaintances.

Reed agrees to send McPherson supplies.

Reed's letter to his wife includes his thoughts on scouting, his work to get the hospital property ready for inspection, an upcoming court martial, and his side-whiskers.

Reed writes that he has heard rumors that [McPherson] wishes to have his commission annulled. Reed disapproves of this.

Reed teases McPherson concerning military reports and life in the field.

Reed teases McPherson, and writes about debts, pay, and military assignments.

Reed learns that McPherson will return to Fort Apache. Reed refers to other soldiers, and teases McPherson.

Reed hopes his son remembers him. Reed learns he will not have an assignment to Fort Thomas. He notes that the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad is moving closer to Fort Apache. He writes about finances and military personnel.

Reed is glad Emilie and their son made it safely to Norfolk. He describes his friend Cruse as well as several women who have been kind to him. He encourages his wife to have her photograph taken and to attend the theater.

Reed corrects Emilie Lawrence Reed's misapprehension about the date of his reassignment. He expects to return east by June 30.

Reed is concerned about his son's illness. He observes a beautiful snowfall, and gives details about a hunting trip on which Native Americans accompany him.

Reed teases McPherson and writes that he cannot take more leave to be McPherson's best man. Reed will travel to Warrenton, Virginia and to White Sulphur Springs.

Reed writes about military companies and scouting duty. He states he does not want his wife at the post if he must go out on scouting duty.

Reed forwards mail to McPherson. Reed contemplates having his wife and son return west.

Reed explains how he forgot to mail McPherson's letter and is holding his mail for him. Reed's family will not rejoin him.

Reed has clothing sent to McPherson. McPherson testifies in U.S. vs. McGowan. Reed writes concerning medical matters.

Reed writes of a post controversy regarding officers' duties and conduct.

Reed writes about lost dental tools. He comments on McPherson's scouting assignment and the resolution of a controversy concerning insubordination. He gives post news.

Reed describes his departure from Arizona, and the confusion in getting his next permanent assignment. He awaits McPherson's visit.

Reed is glad McPherson arrived safely back at the post. He comments on their new roommate. Reed's wife is sick.

Carter describes the ailments of his patients to his mother.

McPherson is sick and resting. Reed is studying for a medical exam.

Reed discusses finances, and offers advice on female health and education. He advocates against too much emphasis on academic excellence.

Carter describes his newborn son and mentions his wife and daughter.

Reed teases Blincoe and her husband. He gives news of his wife and son and their life on the post, and he relates the progress of his Florida orange grove.

Carter provides family news and describes Christmas celebrations.

Reed is coming to Washington to apply for a leave extension. He plans to visit Florida, and then to visit New York City for coursework.

Reed describes patients with erysipelas and double pneumonia. McPherson is to enter the Marine hospital service.

Carter discusses his new post and family news.

Carter provides camp news.

Carter provides camp and family news.

Carter provides camp and family news.

Carter describes his work and comments on the quarantine. He also provides family news.

Carter writes about his new post, as well as his family.

Carter writes that his life has been unsettled for the part ten years and a struggle for the past four or five. He discusses his work of caring for patients in hospitals and aboard vessels.

Carter comments on the quarantine service and his wife's health.

Carter discusses the quarantine and his plans for the winter.

Reed consoles Blincoe after her husband's death.

Reed praises Blincoe's bravery after the loss of her husband. He sends money and promises to send more in the future.

Carter provides post news and informs her that he hopes to be home for Christmas.

Carter discusses his plans for next year. He does not know if he will stay, but wants his family in Virginia.

Carter writes that he has returned home, but has contracted malaria.

Carter writes about the health of his wife, as well as his own health.

Carter discusses family and work news.

Carter provides family news and discusses his land in Florida.

Carter expresses his fear that yellow fever will be a problem in the Yucatan during the upcoming season.

Lazear writes to his mother that he has finished packing.

Lazear describes his sea voyage, including the passengers, the weather, and icebergs.

Lazear cables that he has arrived safely.

Lazear writes that he has begun dissection work in his anatomy course. He describes his living arrangements and customs regarding women.

Lazear describes Edinburgh.

Lazear gives his mother advice on interpersonal relations. He mentions his living arrangements and the American Opera Company.

Lazear describes life in Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside.

Lazear compares his classes in medical school with those in New York.

Lazear describes walks and sightseeing in Edinburgh.

Lazear discusses the mail service, anatomy examinations, and the Scots.

Lazear discusses the weather, Edinburgh, the anatomy department, and the Scots.

Lazear writes that he wants to spend September in Germany to practice German, rather than returning to New York.

Lazear writes about the weather and his plans to travel once his examinations are finished.

Lazear has received some U.S. newspapers. He discusses his plans for the next several weeks.

Lazear writes that he is nearly finished with his courses.

Lazear writes that he plans to travel elsewhere in Scotland before eventually heading to London.

Lazear describes the examination process and writes that the past seven weeks have been the most profitable of his life. He details his future travel plans.

Lazear describes life in California. He writes that he will visit his mother in Canada.

Lazear has finished at the University of Edinburgh, where he receives recognition for his good work. He visits Glasgow and describes a trip through the Lake Country.

Lazear gives his impressions of Glasgow. After a brief return to Edinburgh, he travels to London.

Lazear writes that he will be able to observe surgical operations in London. He discusses the theater, sightseeing, and a band concert.

Lazear learns that he may observe surgical operations at St. Bartholomew's Hospital. He describes many sights in London.

Lazear is distressed by his mother's illness. He discusses London and his observations of surgical operations.

Lazear describes sightseeing in London. He is preparing to depart for Paris.

Lazear writes that he is still in Germany and comments on the German army.

Lazear is concerned about his mother's continuing illness. He is very glad to be in Paris.

Lazear continues his sightseeing in Paris. He plans to sail on September 6.

Lazear writes about sightseeing in Paris and the opera.

Lazear writes that he has left Paris after more sightseeing.

Lazear is in Germany practicing his German.

Lazear writes about a long hiking trip and the Alsace-Lorraine.

Carter discusses quarantine procedures.

Lazear writes about visiting Heidelberg, Frankfort, and the Rhine River valley.

Lazear writes about his hiking and Amsterdam. He is looking forward to resting on the steamer and seeing her again.

Lazear writes about the beginning of his voyage home.

Lazear writes about his trans-Atlantic voyage. He arrives safely in New York and will travel to Baltimore soon.

Reed provides details of his personal finances. He relates news of his family, and he makes comments about her children. He offers his opinion regarding the religious revival at his son's school

Reed writes that he is glad to hear that his monthly contribution helps.

Reed offers advice for Blincoe's daughter, Laura. He discusses his personal finances, and regrets that he cannot send her money.

Reed writes that he will send money to Blincoe. He asks about her family.

Lazear visits the World's Colombian Exposition in Chicago. He comments on traveling.

Lazear continues his visit to the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. He arranges for his trip to New York.

Reed briefly describes his new responsibilities at the Columbian University Medical School and the Army Medical Museum. He also relates family news. [Courtesy of the Library of Virginia]

Reed sends Blincoe money.

Laura Carter describes a boat trip with her father and brother, as well as a hurricane and the damage it caused.

Carter describes a hurricane and notes the resulting damage it caused. His quarantine work is slackening and he thinks there will be no additional cases of yellow fever. He writes that he would rather be farming, but that he realizes he must stay with his current vocation.

Reed lightheartedly responds to Blincoe's unease about his health, and relates news of family and work. [Courtesy of the Library of Virginia]

Carter discusses his family and his orange grove in Florida.

Lazear describes a trip to Fontainebleau, in France. He mistakenly wrote "1894" as the year on the letter.

Reed is sorry Blincoe's son, Lemuel, has left home. He gives advice on raising violets.

Reed writes to offer his house to the newlywed couple.

Reed provides details of the Reed family genealogy.

Reed provides genealogical information on the Reed family. Emilie Lawrence Reed has been with her mother, Hanna Rea Lawrence, after the death of Emilie's youngest brother, Edward F. Lawrence. Reed also comments on the war spirit in Washington.

Lazear regrets that he missed his mother's visit, but that he hopes to see her this week. He also discusses financial issues.

Lazear writes that he has seen his uncle, Thomas Lazear. He also discusses financial issues relating to real estate.

Lazear writes that he plans to spend time at home, although he will have to make regular trips to the laboratory.

Lazear writes that he is leaving for California, although he dreads the long journey.

Lazear describes his cross-country trip. He discusses a proposed real estate deal.

Lazear visits Mabel Houston.

Lazear describes life in California. He discusses the weather and his acquaintances.

Lazear discusses the upcoming American presidential election.

Lazear writes about making expeditions into the California mountains. He will leave in two weeks for San Francisco, and plans to meet Sweitzer in Canada.

Lazear writes about working in Baltimore and his devotion to Mabel Houston.

Reed apologizes for not sending the vaccine earlier and jokes about his devotion to the mango. Reed also is excited about the possibility of [Kean] working in his laboratory. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Lazear writes that he has cancelled his rendezvous with Sweitzer in Canada. His marriage to Mabel Houston is planned for September.

Reed describes his vacation and bicycling. He comments on the upcoming presidential election.

Reed comments on an earlier letter from Kean, briefly mentions his present occupation supervising a laboratory, and encourages Kean to write to him again soon. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Reed inquires about his father's health, and speaks briefly of politics and his busy work schedule. [Courtesy of the Library of Virginia]

Lazear writes that he has introduced Mabel Houston to his friends in Baltimore.

Lazear writes about work at the hospital.

Lazear gives Sweitzer medical advice and makes vacation plans.

Lazear expresses concern about Sweitzer's health and offers treatment.

Lazear discusses his mother's planned visit to Baltimore.

Lazear discusses Sweitzer's upcoming visit to Baltimore.

Lazear writes about life in Baltimore.

Lazear thanks his mother for the birthday gifts she sent.

Lazear discusses his work and notes that he is teaching Clinical Microscopy to post-graduate students. He inquires about family members.

Sweitzer cancels her visit to Baltimore, but Lazear is anxious to meet her in New York before she leaves for Canada.

Lazear writes that he is leaving Baltimore for a vacation.

Lazear writes that he is attempting to gain access to a medical library, even though he is on vacation in Massachusetts.

Lazear writes that he has moved to a boarding house.

Lazear writes about financial issues and invites Sweitzer to join him in Massachusetts.

Lazear writes that he plans to return to Baltimore at the end of August.

Lazear writes that he is returning to Baltimore. Mabel Lazear's mother wishes to meet Sweitzer, so Lazear suggests that she stay in the Boston area next season.

Lazear describes his return trip to Baltimore and provides family news.

Lazear comments on life in Massachusetts. He provides family news and hopes that Sweitzer enjoys her time in Boston.

Lazear discusses Sweitzer's visit to the Boston area and her visit with Mabel Lazear's mother, Martha Houston.

Lazear writes about settling into a new house, in Baltimore. He also reports that Martha Houston is disappointed that Sweitzer will not be visiting her.

Lazear writes that he is glad Sweitzer has decided to go to Beverly, Massachusetts.

Lazear discusses Sweitzer's upcoming trip to Massachusetts.

Lazear discusses Sweitzer's upcoming visit to Baltimore.

Lazear fears that rain will prevent him from visiting Sweitzer. He invites her to come to town to hear a concert and spend the night.

Reed appreciates the care given his father Lemuel S. Reed by his sister. He discusses an African-American nurse for his father, a visit by his nephew Olin Blincoe, and other family news. [Courtesy of the Library of Virginia]

Reed writes about field service in the Spanish War. He worries over his son's enlistment plans. Sternberg has proposed keeping all non-immune medical officers out of Cuba.

Lazear writes that he has not found time to visit Sweitzer. He thanks her for a birthday present, and invites her for a visit.

Reed explains his tardiness in replying to Kean's letter, recounts having asked the Surgeon General, unsuccessfully, for a transfer, and suggests several alternatives for dealing with frustration. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Lazear writes that he will continue to work next year at the hospital with the same appointment.

Lawrence Reed assures his mother that he is well.

Lazear regrets to hear that Johnson is dead. Mabel Lazear is delighted with her present.

Lazear expresses his hopes that Sweitzer will visit him.

Lazear wishes Sweitzer a nice trip to New York, and informs her they haven't found a house yet.

Lazear writes that he may see Sweitzer tomorrow. He has vacation time and so may visit South Yarmouth.

Lazear writes that many of his old friends are connected with the Army.

Lazear writes about his vacation on Nantucket Island.

On behalf of the city of New Orleans, Souchon thanks Carter for his assistance.

Lazear discusses his travel plans. He reports that Martha Houston is sorry Sweitzer didn't visit.

Lazear writes about searching for a new house.

Lazear acknowledges receiving Sweitzer's check.

Lawrence Reed expresses his feelings about leaving Camp Onward. He will make lieutenant in a year.

Lawrence Reed requests items from home. He expects to be shipped out soon.

Lawrence Reed says he will be sent to Cuba with his military unit.

Lazear writes that he will try to see her soon.

Lawrence Reed will leave for Cuba tomorrow.

Lawrence Reed arrives safely at Camp Onward.

Reed describes his life in the military and a social outing.

Lawrence Reed writes, en route to Cuba, that he will land tomorrow.

Reed writes about his life in the military. He did not receive his mother's Christmas letter. He wants to save some money and send them some gifts from Havana.

Wood regrets missing a visit with Reed before leaving Washington for Cuba. He has seen Reed's son in Havana and reports that he is doing well.

Reed comments on family members. Lawrence Reed is in Cuba.

Lazear is glad to hear that his mother and Martha Houston are enjoying each other. He informs Sweitzer that Mabel Lazear has gone into labor.

Lazear informs Sweitzer that Mabel Lazear has given birth to a son, William Houston Lazear.

Carter discusses quarantine and maritime sanitation in Cuba. Carter has already had yellow fever, so he does not fear infection.

Lazear reports that Mabel Lazear is recovering nicely.

Lazear regrets that Sweitzer's trunk has not yet been sent.

Reed congratulates Kean on his promotion to Colonel. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Reed tells Kean that their efforts to have Reed's son, Lawrence, scheduled for a board of review for promotion have failed, and thanks him for all his kindness to Lawrence. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Reed writes that he visited the Vedado Post to see their son. Lawrence Reed was given a 24 hour leave to go to Havana with him.

Reed writes about his vacation and relates his plans to go to Puerto Principe.

Lazear writes that he will try to see her, and that he is planning a trip to Washington to show specimens to the medical association.

Reed discusses personal finances. He will send her money.

Jefferson Randolph Kean discusses family news and life in Cuba.

Reed sends Blincoe money.

Lazear provides news about the new baby.

Lazear writes about family news.

Kean considers sending his family back to the United States because of the risk of yellow fever.

Lazear thanks Sweitzer for providing so much help. He discusses his lodgings and his work at the hospital.

Lazear writes that he received her last letter.

Wood is sorry to have missed Reed.

Lazear reports on the health of Mabel Lazear and their child.

Carter discusses his public health work in Cuba. He comments on the American presence in Cuba.

Louise Kean provides news about yellow fever.

Kean discusses the mystery of yellow fever, its effects and spread. He comments the state of sanitary conditions at the newly built Camp Columbia.

Lazear relates family news and his living situation.

Reed writes that he misses her and that he is imagining how beautiful things are back at home. He mentions the Dreyfuss Affair and says the journalists believe France is close to revolution.

Lazear provides family news.

Lazear discusses his new lodgings and provides family news.

Lazear reports that he has been busy since the start of medical school. He discusses the growth of his child.

Lazear writes about his child.

Lazear provides family news and inquires when to expect Sweitzer.

Godfrey writes a confidential letter requesting the reassignment of Dr. Alden and Dr. Jackson, who do not work well with him.

[Hench?] instructs Schnurr in typing a document for him.

Andrus describes the work of the Yellow Fever Board and his role as a volunteer. He provides exacting lists of his fellow volunteers and their cases of yellow fever.

Howard reflects on his lifetime of work with mosquitoes. He includes a transcript of a January 13, 1901 letter from Walter Reed describing the success of Reed's experiments. A transcript of a February 20, 1902 letter from Ronald Ross discusses Ross' work in Africa.

This draft of Wood's biography of Walter Reed was written for young readers and was eventually published by Julian Messner, Inc.

This partial manuscript of Moran's autobiography describes his early life, military career, service as a sanitary inspector under Gorgas in Panama, marriage, and business ventures. He discusses his relationship with Hench and their search for the actual site of Camp Lazear, as well as the difficulties stemming from the Reed-Finlay controversy. The section of the draft covering the yellow fever experiments is missing.

Gertrude [s.n.] expresses condolences on the death of Henry Carter.

Welch extensively describes Reed's work at Johns Hopkins.

Schnurr gives [Lawrence?] Reed her address.

Emilie Lawrence Reed provides information on Walter Reed's favorite pet and her family life for Kelly.

Hutchison discusses Hench's visit.

Kissinger describes the yellow fever experiments and comments on the men involved. He also describes the experience of suffering from yellow fever and the treatment for the disease. Kissinger remarks on inaccuracies in the play "Yellow Jack." He maintains that he volunteered before Moran.

Lambert thanks Truby for allowing to read his manuscript. He speaks highly of Ames and provides information about Lazear's funeral.

Kelly asks Cullen to assist Sears.

This document describes items related to yellow fever in detail; including letters, reports, medical charts, medals, artifacts, books, photographs, interview transcripts, magazines, and sketches.

Carter writes about his surroundings.

Henry Carter informs Laura Carter that he has been working on manuscripts. Henry Carter invites her to visit him.

Peabody discusses yellow fever work dating back to 1897, with particular emphasis on the work done in Cuba, in 1900 and 1901, by Reed and the Yellow Fever Commission.

[Carter] writes about the weather and his daughter, Laura.

Barret offers Laura Carter condolences on the death of Henry Carter and reminisces about him.

Darling writes that he has not found abnormalities in blood of yellow fever cases. He had hoped to join the yellow fever work, but has been advised to stay with Department of Hygiene, in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

This document gives a brief account of Carter's education, work, and achievements.

This is a series of partial manuscripts detailing the yellow fever experiments. Topics include the Yellow Fever Roll of Honor, Moran's role in the experiments, the controversy concerning Reed's and Finlay's contributions to the conquest of yellow fever, and Moran's experiences at the University of Virginia.

Peake's story on the work of Henry Rose Carter and William Gorgas in ridding Panama of yellow fever includes excerpts from Laura Armistead's Panama diary.

This is Moran's account of his experience with the Yellow Fever Commission as a human test subject.

[Carter] writes Mary Clayborne Carter about Gorgas, the Finlay controversy, and how the discovery of the mosquito as the vector of transmission for yellow fever relied on the work of many contributors.

[Carter] starts a letter to Mary Clayborne Carter about Gorgas, Finlay, and patients with yellow fever.

Wood provides Wormley's address and informs Hench that Howard is still alive.

[Carter] writes about his travel plans and work.

Lawrence Reed describes New Year's parties at two Cuban sugar plantations. He laments Bessie's marriage.

Reed discusses finances and his plans for Keewaydin. He describes a visit inland and jokes about his weight.

Lazear provides travel details.

Lazear provides travel details and reports that his son is well.

Lazear describes his domestic arrangements in Cuba.

Lazear describes his domestic arrangements and gives his opinion on the Cuban political situation.

Carter discusses sea travel and finances.

Carter writes that he has been delayed en route to Cuba. He gives directions for farm work.

Lazear provides his impressions of Cuba.

Lazear reports that the Secretary of War, Elihu Root, will visit the camp. He discusses his laboratory work.

Lazear describes the camp location and commanders. He offers his opinion of Cubans and reports that Mabel Lazear will leave for the United States before the fever season quarantine begins.

Lazear, writing as William Lazear, describes his son's daily life.

Lazear writes that he will assist Reed in an investigation of a disinfectant. He offers his opinion on the political situation in Cuba.

Louise Kean writes about family news and political intrigue in Marianao. She comments on Cuban politics.

Clarissa provides news about family and friends. She comments on the movie “Yellow Jack.”

Lazear writes that his workload will be lighter after Reed leaves. He reports that his son is well.

Louise Kean mentions a mutiny on the Sedgewick and a reception for Senators at the governor's palace. Either Jefferson Randolph Kean or Gorgas will be named Chief Surgeon of the Department.

Lazear writes about Mabel Lazear's trip home. He has finished a paper on malaria but will still do more research. He is currently doing bacteriological work.

Louise Kean writes to her mother about consultations to secure Jefferson Randolph Kean's position as Chief Surgeon of General Lee's Province.

Lazear writes about Mabel Lazear's trip home and his son's health.

Carter offers his observations of Havana.

Lazear reports that there is little chance of getting leave.

Reed mentions the Surgeon General was disgusted with actions by DeWitt and Gorgas. Reed congratulates [Kean] on becoming Chief Sanitary Officer of Havana. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Louise Kean writes about quarantine and sanitation rules for yellow fever in Cuba, Jefferson Randolph Kean's work in Havana, and her plans to leave Cuba.

Lazear offers his opinions on Cuba.

Lazear writes about his living arrangements and his laboratory. He discusses the political situation in Cuba.

Carter describes his life in Cuba. He discusses the Cuban-American political situation.

Lazear writes that he misses watching his son grow and the comforts of home.

Lazear provides family news.

Lazear writes about family plans for the summer. He is pleased to be named a member of a board to study infectious diseases, headed by Walter Reed.

Carter writes about his life and being homesick.

Carter writes that he has just finished an article on Havana yellow fever statistics. He gives his son academic advice.

Lazear writes about family plans. He explains the work of the investigative board and is glad that Reed will be its leader.

Lazear plans for Sweitzer to visit him next winter.

Louise Kean writes about daily life in Cuba and cases of yellow fever in Havana and on the Post.

Lazear reports that his real estate agent has rented his house in Baltimore. He has been running the officers' mess.

Michie is pleased Kean is doing well and provides him with details of camp life in Havana. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Reed and Carroll are on board the Sedgewick, bound for Cuba.

Reed sees the wreck of the Maine in Havana harbor and gives his opinion of the sinking.

Reed is impressed with the shower installed at his quarters. He responds to family news and is pleased that his son has passed an examination to further his military career.

Michie plans on ordering cocktails and drinking to Kean's health. He also mentions a formaldehyde machine left running in a room that prevented anyone from being able to sleep in it. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Lazear reports that the yellow fever epidemic is waning. Reed, Carroll and he will study malaria.

Reed details recent happenings around the base in Cuba. He sends his love to family and friends.

Reed provides instructions to Emilie Lawrence Reed for garden work at Keewaydin, their Pennsylvania mountain home. He reports that their son, Lawrence, is well.

Reed gives instructions on gardening at Keewaydin. He also discusses financial affairs.

Reed makes plans for the Fourth of July, and he describes Cuban flowers.

Reed describes his laboratory, the hot weather and mosquitoes. He reviews work to be done at Keewaydin.

Reed reassures Emilie Lawrence Reed about yellow fever, claiming there is no danger. He writes about work done at Keewaydin and explains how he is organizing his laboratory.

Lazear reports that the yellow fever epidemic seems to be over, and that the board is hard at work studying Cuban infectious diseases.

Reed provides a description of his quarters at Camp Columbia and relates the typical schedule of his day. He laments the lack of rain for Emilie Lawrence Reed's garden. He discusses finances and political trouble in China.

Carter writes that he has been summoned to Washington because his work in Havana may be finished.

Lazear reports that his wife has been hospitalized.

Lazear reports that Reed has them working on Sanarelli's bacillus, but he wants to discover the real organism. He offers his opinion of Carroll.

Reed comments about the family. He writes about the English physicians Durham and Meyers, who are studying yellow fever.

Reed sees their son, Lawrence, in Havana. He enjoys a meal given for the English physicians. He discusses China news, and relays information about a transport from the States.

Reed is delighted to hear about the rain at Keewaydin. He teases Emilie Lawrence Reed and discusses gardening at Keewaydin. He says their son, Lawrence, is impatient for his officer's commission.

Stark reprimands Presnell for failing to properly handle a yellow fever outbreak at Pinar del Rio.

Stark reprimands Nouel for failing to properly handle a yellow fever outbreak at Pinar del Rio.

Reed is astonished that yellow fever remains unrecognized at Pinar del Rio. He recommends measures taken to avoid an epidemic, and the use of human experimentation to study the disease.

Stark reprimands Godfrey for failing to properly handle a yellow fever outbreak at Pinar del Rio.

Stark reprimands Cooke for his handling of a yellow fever outbreak at Pinar del Rio.

Lazear writes that Mabel Lazear's doctor will telegraph him when her situation changes.

Reed teases his daughter Blossom Reed. He expects to leave Cuba on August 1 or 2.

Reed describes the weather in Cuba. He teases Emilie Lawrence Reed, and anticipates his arrival home.

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence Reed. He expects to see her August.

Lazear writes about his travels to other posts to gather statistics.

Reed relates his plans for Keewaydin concerning the garden, a summer house, and a new house. He has seen their son, Lawrence, and reports that he is well, but he as yet has no commission.

Reed's baggage has to be disinfected for “Yellow Jack” before he leaves for the States. He believes this to be an absurd formality. Reed wants to install a shower at the renovated Keewaydin house.

Reed writes that he is on his way home to the United States.

Lazear describes a trip to Pinar del Rio. Mabel Lazear has had a long hospital stay.

Special Orders #183 grants commission to Reed. [Courtesy of the National Archives and Records Administration]

Carter discusses financial matters.

Lawrence Reed expresses excitement about receiving his commission. He is assigned to the 10th Infantry in Cuba and fears he will not be able to visit home. Lawrence wants his father to send him a sword.

Lawrence Reed writes that he is not certain where he will be sent next. He asks her to remind Walter Reed about his sword.

Lazear reports that United States Army troops have been withdrawn from Guanajay and Pinar del Rio, although the United States will remain in Cuba for several years until a stable government is established. Lazear hopes to have work in Washington after the Cuban research is finished.

Lawrence Reed provides his new address in Cuba.

Lawrence Reed informs his mother of his new post at Rowell Barracks.

Lazear writes about family plans. He is now working on malaria, and says yellow fever is decreasing in Havana.

Ireland thanks Emilie Lawrence Reed for the gift and the visit to Blue Ridge Summit.

[Lazear] disagrees with Reed and Carroll's concentration on Sanarelli's work. He believes that the true cause of yellow fever lies elsewhere.

Lawrence Reed is well situated in his new company. He thanks his mother for the gift of an officer's sword.

Lazear writes that he received a telegram announcing his daughter's birth. He hopes for a vacation in the United States in October.

Reed writes that Christopher Reed's son does not have tuberculosis. Reed has been in Cuba studying yellow fever but has returned to finish the typhoid fever report.

Lazear reports that Mabel Lazear and the baby are well.

Reed worries about Carroll's sickness and wonders if it is the result of the bite of a mosquito that had previously bitten yellow fever patients. He discloses that they had all determined to experiment on themselves, and he would have done so if he had been there. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Reed offers advice to de Schweinitz concerning the examination of medical students. Reed has learned of Carroll's illness in Cuba.

Reed notifies Jennie Carroll of James Carroll's improved condition.

Lazear believes he is on the track of the yellow fever germ but this news must be kept secret for now.

Kean discusses the responsibilities of his new position as part of the Cuban government. He mentions his son and a visit to the Governor's palace.

Lazear details his plan to return to the United States for a visit. He also discusses improvements to his quarters.

Lazear thanks her for the magazines she sent. He describes his average day.

Carroll informs his wife that he is recovering from yellow fever and now is comforted that he will be immune from the terrors of the disease. He also explains that Lazear is very ill and predicts an even chance for his recovery.

Reed discusses the mosquito as the vector for yellow fever and the amount of evidence necessary to prove this hypothesis.

Kean describes the contributions and sacrifices that Lazear has made for science, and asks Sternberg to make a public statement about Lazear's death and his courage in life. [Courtesy of the National Archives and Records Administration]

Reed discusses the probability of a mosquito vector for yellow fever. He regrets his absence from Cuba. He will not experiment on himself, and anticipates a publication on the etiology of the disease.

Reed describes his voyage to Havana, during which he gives medical care to a child. Emilie Lawrence Reed would not accompany Reed to Cuba, and did not want him to go.

Reed assures Emilie Lawrence Reed of his safety. He explains the circumstances of Jesse Lazear's death.

Reed hopes that he won't have to wait as long as his friend to get married. He really needs a new bed, and requests that Emilie Lawrence Reed tell Walter Reed.

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence Reed and Blossom Reed. He writes that Carroll is on a month's leave. He describes cases of dysentery.

Reed returns to Washington for a meeting with the Surgeon General. He will continue on to Indianapolis for the American Public Health meeting. On November 1, Reed will leave for Cuba.

Kean discusses efforts to control yellow fever, and notes the extent to which it has spread in the corps.

Lawrence Reed describes surveying and map making. He relates the news of Major Patterson's death and his wife's suicide.

Carter writes about his work, health, and living conditions.

Reed will leave New York for Havana soon.

Lawrence Reed anticipates his father's return to Cuba. He comments on rumors of reassignment, yellow fever cases, and packages from home.

Reed describes his voyage to Cuba. He also comments on the upcoming presidential election in the United States.

Kean writes about his rationale for remaining as Post Surgeon at Columbia Barracks instead of taking position at Fort McHenry, Baltimore. He comments on the lasting value of Reed's work.

Reed remarks on Bryan's defeat in the United States presidential election. He describes various people at the camp. He discusses his work on yellow fever, including the possibility of human experimentation.

Louise Kean discusses her decision to stay in Cuba and her life at the post. In a postscript she mentions the excitement surrounding the yellow fever experiments.

Mabel H. Lazear asks Carroll for information on the circumstances of Jesse Lazear's death.

Reed settles into camp life, and observes a malaria case. He discusses finances, and notes that Carroll has returned to Cuba from the United States.

Lawrence Reed describes a baseball game and gives news from the base. He asks his mother to ship a package to him.

The Keans discuss social events among the army personnel and a move to new quarters. The postscript mentions the reaction of the popular press and the medical journals to the mosquito theory.

Reed writes that he has found mosquitoes and volunteers for his experiments, and will now proceed with the laboratory work. He comments on newspaper reports about yellow fever.

Lawrence Reed describes his quarters and asks his mother to send him reading material. He sends cash to his sister, Blossom, and warns her to be careful when she is out in public.

Reed reports that the experimental camp is nearing completion. He notes the effect of cool weather on yellow fever cases and suggests the mosquito as a vector for the disease.

Reed is sympathetic to his wife's case of gout. He remarks on a bill to Johnnie Moore for work at the Keewaydin house.

Reed expresses concern for his wife's gout, but he also teases her. He relates a newspaper controversy over the yellow fever experiments, particularly concerning the American and Spanish volunteers, and consent forms.

Reed is concerned about his wife's health, but teases her. He discusses work at Keewaydin, and comments on their son's class rank.

Lawrence Reed writes about post news, correspondence from the United States, and his rank. He notes that Truby is to be post surgeon and believes this will be a favorable change.

Louise Kean writes about cases of yellow fever and news of the family.

Reed mentions the houses constructed at the experimental camp. He describes the experimentation methods and plans. He anticipates a trip to Keewaydin in May.

Reed expresses empathy for his wife's gout. He writes that the experimental camp is almost completed and will soon be ready for work.

Reed describes methods of experimentation and the progress of the work at Camp Lazear.

Reed gives an assessment of the criticism directed at the experimental project. He believes that it is unfounded.

Lawrence Reed gives post news and notes Truby's comments concerning the yellow fever experiments. He inquires if she will visit at Christmas. He turns twenty-three tomorrow.

Reed writes of Emilie Lawrence Reed's health. He discusses finances and plans for their house at Keewaydin. He expresses concern over the experiments since they have not yet achieved positive results.

Louise Kean writes that Jefferson Randolph Kean's stepmother is coming to Cuba. She describes the excitement over the first case of experimental yellow fever at Camp Lazear.

Reed announces the first proven case of yellow fever from a mosquito bite. The diagnosis of the case will be tested by experts.

Reed writes about the possibility of Emilie Lawrence Reed coming to Cuba. He also describes the visit of the examining board from Havana, and records responses to the mosquito theory.

Reed teases his wife.

Peak informs Carter of stories she submitted to various newspapers. She is sorry to hear Carter is ill.

Emilie Lawrence Reed will not visit Cuba. Reed discusses additional research questions, including the larvae of infected mosquitoes. The experiment involving the injection of infected blood was successful.

Reed's experiments have convinced Gorgas that the mosquito theory is valid. Gorgas discusses the implications for sanitation and non-immune troops.

Lawrence Reed describes a wedding at the base. His friend Cooke will visit Emilie Lawrence Reed.

Louise Kean writes about the success of Reed's yellow fever experiments with infected mosquitoes and clothing.

Reed writes that he cannot return home. He describes the enthusiastic response to the experiments, and he prepares a paper for the Pan-American Medical Congress.

Reed reports that sixteen Cuban physicians have visited to confirm the experimental yellow fever cases. He responds to Washington social news.

Kean writes about studying for his upcoming promotion examination. He notes that the scientists are seeing important results from the mosquito experiments. A dinner will be held in honor of Finlay.

Reed describes a dinner given for Finlay and the general acceptance of the mosquito theory. He will continue tests involving infected clothing.

Reed provides a description of the experiment buildings at Camp Lazear and the method of mosquito inoculation.

Reed describes the round of holiday parties, including one at the governor's palace, in Havana. He injects blood from the last yellow fever patient into a volunteer.

Reed writes about Emilie Lawrence Reed's recovery, as well as his toothache. He discusses financial matters, including expenditures at Keewaydin. His last yellow fever patient is recovering.

This is the famous New Year's Eve letter. Reed's toothache requires cocaine treatment. Reed comments on La Roche's Yellow Fever (1853), and his own role in the historic discovery. He hears taps sound for the old year, and celebrations for New Year's Day. He requests orders to return to the United States in six weeks.

Lawrence Reed gives his thoughts regarding his father's success in the yellow fever experiments. He makes plans for a visit to a Cuban sugar plantation.

Reed writes that the yellow fever experiments have answered his prayers to do some good for mankind.

Mattingly acknowledges receiving Kean's note of purchases.

Reed mentions the sixth case of experimental yellow fever, and that volunteers have gone thirty-five days without contracting yellow fever in the infected clothing test. He describes the condition of a yellow fever case and an experiment with blood injection.

Kean describes the round of New Year's parties, his children, and studying for his promotional exam. Kean also details the success of the mosquito experiments and the army's efforts to eliminate mosquitoes.

Reassures her; date of his return; safety of experiments; difficulties attendant on her visiting; he will return soon, in about five weeks.

Reed discusses finances, and Emilie Lawrence Reed's loneliness. He reviews logistical questions regarding her possible visit to Cuba, and teases her.

Sternberg writes about the importance of scientific investigation. Sternberg orders Reed to return to Washington. He also discusses Carroll's planned promotion and the necessity of Carroll's continued assignment in Cuba.

Lawrence Reed responds to family news. His friend Cooke visits Washington.

Reed discusses the army reorganization bill. He has finished his paper and remarks that the last experimental yellow fever cases are recovering.

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence Reed. She complains about the appearance of their house in Washington.

Kean discusses the health of friends back in the United States. He includes a satirical paragraph on the health of acquaintances.

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence Reed. His colleague McConnell will be visiting her. Reed mentions a drawing of mosquitos.

Reed teases Emilie Lawrence Reed. He will be leaving for Cuba in a week. Lawrence Reed's battalion has been ordered to move, either to the United States or to the Philippines, and he mentions that Lawrence has a Cuban girlfriend.

Louise Kean writes that Jefferson Randolph Kean is in Washington, D.C. for his promotion exam. She mentions that Ames has contracted yellow fever and that she attended a memorial service for Queen Victoria.

Reed describes the triumph of the Yellow Fever Commission's work, and a Congressional resolution of appreciation.

Reed arrives in Washington. He discusses an article for the Journal of the American Medical Association and comments on the editor's changes. No promotion for Carroll is forthcoming.

Reed writes a letter of recommendation for Moran.

Reed appreciates Carter's support. He admires Carter's work in Mississippi.

Reed asserts Carter's work in Mississippi contributed more to his belief in the theory of an intermediate host than anything else.

Kean writes about his return to Cuba after a trip to the United States. Louise Kean has been active in charitable work around the Camp.

Moran acknowledges receipt of a check.

Reed writes just after his return from Cuba. He informs Blincoe of the results of the yellow fever experiments and the reception of the work by the scientific community. He quickly relates family news. [Courtesy of the Library of Virginia]

Reed sends a reprint that Carter has requested, along with some other literature. He expresses interest in reading two articles, written by Carter, that have been recently published.

Louise Kean writes about the use of fumigation against yellow fever, the quarantine in New Orleans, and Jefferson Randolph Kean being placed in charge of the finances for the Yellow Fever Commission.

Reed states that he never doubted that mosquitoes might be the means of spreading yellow fever. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Reed considers Durham's work on a bacillus. Although there is no work for the Yellow Fever Board in Cuba at present, he advises Kean to maintain Camp Lazear. Reed discusses immunization against yellow fever.

Carter proposes that they take a holiday because he is not feeling well.

Jesse T. Lazear provides family news. He reports that two noted physicians spoke to him about Jesse W. Lazear's death.

Louise Kean writes about yellow fever research, including the failed experiments of Caldas and Carroll's work.

Reed expresses great appreciation for Kean's recommendation that he apply himself to become Surgeon General, but says he will not join the ranks of those who “beg” for promotion. He informs Kean of Lawrence Reed's upcoming wedding, then recommends that Camp Lazear be discontinued. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Flexner reassures Emilie Lawrence Reed of her husband's safety and offers his assistance to her.

Kean encourages Reed to lobby for the office of Surgeon General.

Reed relays news of additional candidates for Surgeon General. He believes Kean should be Surgeon General instead of himself because he is concerned about his age.

Proposing strategy to advance Reed's candidacy for Surgeon General; Results of Carroll's experiments - organism passes through filter; includes typescript of article from the Army and Navy Journal in favor of Reed's promotion.

Kean offers Reed continued encouragement and strategy for the Surgeon General's post.

Carroll thanks Pilcher for mentoring him early in his career.

Endorsements requests history and personal description of Reed, along with information on next of kin. [Courtesy of the National Archives and Records Administration]

Louise Kean writes about the Keans' travels, her daughter's ear infections, and a case of experimental yellow fever.

Mabel Lazear writes about family news. She reports that she has been lobbying for her pension.

Osler writes that he will help secure Mabel Lazear's pension.

Kean discusses La Garde's and Havard's candidacy for Surgeon General. There is a question of General Wood's support.

Houston provides news of Mabel Lazear and her children, as well as the effort to secure a pension for her.

Houston provides news of Mabel Lazear and the children, as well as the pension efforts.

Mabel Lazear provides news of the children. She has received supportive letters and is still campaigning for her pension.

Kean provides news concerning the Surgeon General position. He has had a conversation with General Wood. Reed should return to Cuba.

Houston provides family news and mentions an article on Lazear's life.

Mabel Lazear writes with news of the children. She also discusses her efforts regarding the pension as well as Lazear Memorial efforts.

Mabel Lazear provides family news. Her pension bill needs only the president's signature to become official.

Mabel Lazear thanks Sweitzer for corsets she had sent. She provides news of her children, and says her pension bill has passed the House and the Senate.

Houston provides family news. She discusses letters of congratulation for the passage of the pension bill.

Reed writes about Blincoe's daughter, Laura.

Reed asks for news of Keewaydin. He and Kean continue the campaign for Surgeon General.

Reed meets Kean. Reed hopes to get to Blue Ridge Summit (Keewaydin)soon. He describes boarding house meals.

Reed promises to bring Emilie Lawrence Reed the money she needs to meet their expenses.

Reed writes that the boarding house fare has improved, though the coffee is still not good. Forwood tells Reed that his chances are excellent for a permanent appointment to be the Surgeon General.

Reed writes that he is returning to Cuba, and includes other political news about those who are candidates for Surgeon General. He says Roach's orchards are alive with locusts and expresses concern.

Reed gently upbraids his wife for not writing him daily and comments on the orchards.

Reed writes that the shipments are on their way to her. He is leaving for Boston, is looking forward to a reunion with his Cuban colleagues, and concludes with news of Forwood's confirmation.

Reed writes of his trip to Boston. He describes his hotel and the arrival of friends.

Reed writes about last night's grand dinner where he was given the second place of honor at dinner in recognition of his work, above men who awed him. He is distressed to learn about their fruit trees.

Reed is devastated to learn that their orchard is crawling with locusts. Reed hears that the President is highly complimentary of him. He will be coming home soon.

Mabel Lazear thanks Sweitzer for a check. She writes about the children, but has not yet begun to receive her pension.

Reed writes concerning B. Icteroides and hog cholera, and the observations of microorganisms. He notes the affected populations' presence in Cuba. He appreciates congratulations for his honorary Harvard degree.

Reed writes a satirical letter concerning the appointment of the new Surgeon General, staff changes, and Kean's new position.

Reed discusses finances. He mentions honorary degrees he has been awarded.

Reed writes about his conference with O'Reilly from the War Department. Kean and his family are moving-in nearby. He comments on Smart becoming the Chief Surgeon of the Philippines.

Mabel Lazear empathizes with Sweitzer regarding her financial losses. She asks for dates from Lazear's life to send to Paton.

James Reed inquires when Walter Reed died.

Lemuel Blincoe requests information on Walter Reed's funeral so he can attend.

Christopher Reed provides a story of young Walter Reed in Brooklyn, where he was frustrated by malpractice in the medical profession.

Reed requests that her husband's letters about his laudatory character be sent to her. [Courtesy of the National Archives and Records Administration]

Kean discusses a strategy to lobby Congress to approve a pension for Emilie Lawrence Reed.

Lee congratulates [Kean] on his speech he gave at the unveiling of the Reed Monument. Lee also wants to know the cost of a non-resident membership in the Army and Navy Club. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Emilie Lawrence Reed writes of her grief at Walter Reed's death. She encourages Blincoe to send reminiscences of Reed's life to Howard A. Kelly for his biography of Reed.

A preamble to the bill about to be presented to Congress grants Emilie Lawrence Reed a yearly pension of $4,000. [Courtesy of the National Archives and Records Administration]

Vaughan requests that a letter in support of the pension bill be sent to the Washington Post.

Blincoe provides recollections of Walter Reed's childhood.

Blincoe provides recollections of Walter Reed, and includes a transcription of Thomas Reed's letter.

Gorgas requests Mabel Lazear's opinion on raising a subscription for her benefit. He reports that Emilie Lawrence Reed was just granted a pension. He expresses his admiration for Lazear.

Christopher Reed gives his account of Walter Reed's childhood.

Blincoe provides recollections of Walter Reed as a youth. She gives the family genealogy and a description of the house in Gloucester County, Virginia, where Reed was born.

Thayer believes that Lazear should receive credit for being the first to advocate the mosquito theory to the Yellow Fever Commission.

Carter discusses financial matters, as well as issues regarding the local authorities.

Carter describes his daily life and his work.

Gorgas writes about the Canal Zone Sanitary Commission, and his wife's illness.

Ames objects to the inadequate recognition given to Carroll, Lazear, and Agramonte for their yellow fever work.

Kean forwards Kelly information about Walter Reed for Kelly's biography.

Maury forwards Kelly a book on the yellow fever epidemic of 1878, as well as journal references. Maury contacts Lena Warner, a yellow fever survivor, for her recollections.

Carter discusses Henry Carter's academic progress and his plans to come home.

Porter confesses he was only a general colleague of Walter Reed, so he is unable to provide much information for Kelly's biography of Reed.

Gorgas writes about his own work with the Canal Zone Sanitary Commission.

Hurd shares his recollections of Walter Reed at Johns Hopkins and later.

Mason reports on the Panama Canal Zone Sanitary Department activities with appendices: A - plan of action; B - departmental organization; C - free distribution of quinine.

Gorgas writes to Reed concerning the organization of the Canal Zone Sanitary Department, and details problems in its function. Memorandum details the problems in the Panama Canal.

Carroll presents a chronology of Walter Reed's involvement with the Yellow Fever Commission. Carroll gives his own autobiography and provides information on the other participants in the study.

Smith congratulates Carter for his promotion.

Gorgas recommends King as superintendent of Yellowstone Park. He discusses the functions and administration of the Sanitary Department.

Magoon reports the number of cases of yellow fever in the Canal Zone has dramatically decreased. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

This copy of Kelly's Reed biography is a 1906 first edition published by McClure, Phillips & Co. of New York. It was owned by Philip Hench, and contains autograph notes by him and others, mostly commenting on information believed to be in error. In addition to presenting a detailed biography of Reed, Kelly discusses at length the history of yellow fever, research on the disease, and the work of the Reed Yellow Fever Commission and its members. The book features several photographs of Reed, other members of the commission, and Cuban experimental sites.

Blincoe sends Latimer the obituary of Laura Reed Blincoe, who was Walter Reed's sister.

Emilie Lawrence Reed thanks Kelly for his biography of Walter Reed. She is highly complimentary.

Emilie Lawrence Reed thanks Latimer for a review of Kelly's biography of Walter Reed, and for her work with Kelly on the book.

Gorgas suggests that Finlay and Carter be nominated for the Nobel Prize. In the postscript, Gorgas writes an autograph note for Carter.

Kean writes his first letter home to his wife after his arrival in Cuba. He describes where he is living and how he has set up his office, as well as sends greetings from many of their acquaintances living in Cuba. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Kelly requests his father's opinion concerning a name in his biography of Reed.

Kelly's father writes that he is glad he has returned home.

Carroll claims that Reed, Stark, Kean, and another unnamed man colluded to promote Stark over him. He believes this was because Kean was not appointed to the Yellow Fever Board after Lazear's death.

Mabel Lazear sympathizes with Carroll over his lack of pension, noting how difficult it was for her to receive support. She comments on Mansfelde's effort regarding credit due Lazear.

Kissinger requests an article on yellow fever experimentation from Kelly.

O'Reilly informs Meade that the Walter Reed Memorial Fund has increased Emilie Lawrence Reed's pension, that James Carroll has been promoted to Major, and that Mabel H. Lazear has been minimally compensated for her husband's work. [Courtesy of the National Archives and Records Administration]

Kissinger writes about his improved finances, his ill health, and his gratitude for the many contributions.

Kissinger thanks Kelly for his financial support.

The Kissingers thank Kelly for his continued support.

This is a typed copy of a correspondence from July 6, 1907, but includes a financial statement at the bottom of the letter not contained in the original autograph version.

Osgood sends a contribution for Kissinger.

Von Mansfelde informs Mabel Lazear that Carroll has died. He discusses work to increase her pension.

The Kissingers thank Kelly for his financial support. John Kissinger does not regret taking part in the experiment.

Kissinger expresses gratitude for the letters supporting him.

Cushing writes about plans to speak at a meeting in support of Jennie Carroll.

Carroll thanks Latimer for her sympathy. She notes additional speakers for the meeting at Johns Hopkins.

King comments on the Maryland Club meeting and thanks Hill for some literature on drainage.

Skinner writes that he will attend a meeting at the Maryland Club. He expresses his sentiments for Carroll.

Hill apologizes for his and King's absence from the Maryland Club meeting.

King honors Carroll and others. He lays emphasis on his contribution to national health. He supports a pension.

Ida Kissinger thanks Kelly for his financial support and notes that John Kissinger's health fails him at times.

Von Mansfelde requests a copy of the program for the Carroll Memorial Dinner and a copy of the letter von Mansfelde wrote Kelly regarding Carroll's promotion. Von Mansfelde adds that he is continuing to work for pensions for the widows of Lazear and Carroll.

Von Mansfelde discusses his work to increase Mabel Lazear's pension.

Ida Kissinger discusses John Kissinger's pension and thanks Kelly.

Von Mansfelde writes about his work to increase Mabel Lazear's pension.

Thomas Lazear provides family news, and details pending action on the pension increase.

Mabel Lazear expresses appreciation for the play about her husband, Jesse Lazear.

Von Mansfelde sends Mabel Lazear an update on preparations to pass a bill to support the widows and children of the Yellow Fever Commission.

William Lazear writes about buying skates, and Mabel Lazear informs Sweitzer that she is awaiting news on a possible increase in her pension.

Welch sends Mabel Lazear a check from Phipps. Welch hopes that the pension increase will pass the House.

Mabel Lazear writes that the pension bill has passed the Senate. She also relates family news.

Thomas Lazear writes that Representative Dalzell guided the pension bill through the House.

The Kissingers fear they may have offended Kelly.

Gorgas writes to O'Reilly concerning the administrative reorganizations in the Panama Canal Zone. He offers a political analysis of the situation.

Gorgas sends Kean results of experiments on Phinotas Oil in exterminating mosquitoes. He encloses two letters from Joseph A. LePrince. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collection Library, University of Virginia Library]

Carter advises his wife on touring the countryside with Louise Kean.

Pilcher encloses a letter from Carroll, written in 1901.

Finlay informs Kean that nothing has turned up to lessen the belief that Cuba is free of yellow fever, and reports of personnel changes in Cuba's Sanitary Department. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Ida Kissinger thanks Kelly for the photograph of his family. John Kissinger's health is improving.

Gorgas would like Kean to inspect the hospitals in Panama in order to pass on recommendation to Torney so they can be used as instructional institutions. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Carter, Jr., reports that he has been reassigned to Ancon hospital.

Taylor writes that the mother of Clara Louise Maass is receiving a pension. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Carter describes his travels in Belgium and his impressions of the Exposition.

Carter describes his travels in Germany and Russia.

Gorgas has been offered the presidency of the University of Alabama.

Gorgas declines the offer of the presidency of the University of Alabama.

Carter discusses a possible assignment to Hawaii to Laura Armistead Carter. He also encloses newspaper clippings and letters.

Carter chats about relatives and friends.

Carter writes about Laura Armistead Carter's sickness and gives her a detailed prescription. He also describes his flower gardens.

Carter cautions Laura Armistead Carter about tuberculosis.

Carter stresses to his daughter that every effort should be made to get her well. He also discusses his next foreign detail and how he will rise to the challenge.

Kean denies a rumor that he has been chosen to succeed General Torney. He informs Gorgas that the 10th Infantry has been ordered to Panama.

Carter expresses his relief upon graduation and receiving letters of recommendation.

Carter informs Laura Armistead Carter that his departure date is still uncertain and encourages her to regain her health.

Carter delays his sailing date so that Laura Armistead Carter can remain in the hospital.

Carter expresses his devotion to Laura Armistead Carter. He also encloses a letter from Edward Champe Carter.

Carter explains the difficulties of being a navy wife and criticizes his daughter's possible suitors.

Ida Kissinger sends photographs for Peabody's lecture and mentions Kelly's book. The Kissingers appreciate all the help given to them. They also provide Agramonte's address in Havana.

Wratten informs Emilie Lawrence Reed that her husband will offer assistance with her writing.

Wratten sends Emilie Lawrence Reed transliterations of [song?] titles.

Carter describes his public health work in Panama.

This is a detailed account of Carter's public health work and associated study of yellow fever.

Porter thanks Carter for his educational malaria pamphlet for children.

Carter discusses her presentation on malaria.

Tyler recounts yellow fever outbreaks.

Carter reports that he is half-way finished with his public health work in South Carolina.

Carter reports that the field work has been difficult.

Carter reports on his work; he hopes to finish soon.

Hopes to finish the clean up work early; received galley proof of his lectures.

Carter writes to his wife regarding travel details and the weather.

Carter reports on his health and his travel plans.

Mabel Lazear writes that the National Cyclopedia of American Biography plans a biography on Jesse Lazear.

Mabel Lazear provides family news.

[Carter] describes his field work.

Elizalde regretfully informs Carter that he was unable to locate any “naranjillas” in the market.

Carter writes about his journey from Guayaquil, Peru and his future travel plans.

Carter writes that he has arrived at his destination safely and discusses yellow fever quarantine procedures.

[Carter] describes his journey and his report for the Rockefeller Foundation.

Carter describes his trip from Peru to Colombia via the Panama Canal.

Carter reports that their daughter, Laura A. Carter, has arrived.

Laura Carter describes her visit to see Henry Carter in South America.

The writer discusses social conditions in South America.

Hepler provides family news.

Carter discusses Henry Carter, Jr., and the contribution his work has made to the war effort.

Carter discusses his travel plans related to work in Virginia and his health.

Carter writes about his health and financial matters. He would like to continue working for the Rockefeller Foundation in South America next winter.

Carter expresses regret that he will not be able to hear Whitmore present his paper. He discusses the difficulty of yellow fever diagnosis and recommends a pathologist for yellow fever work.

Gorgas reports to Kean that Pershing recommends sending the remaining men at Allentown to France. Gorgas approves of Kean's administration.

Carter discusses his travel schedule and the dangers of influenza.

Carter discusses his work, and influenza.

Carter writes that it would make little sense for him to go to Guatemala for yellow fever work now.

Carter writes about daily life in Florida and his health.

Carter informs Geiger of his upcoming research on the relation between rice cultivation and malaria.

Carter writes that he has been ill, and will answer Weedon's letters as soon as he is able.

Carter reflects, at length, on his career in public medicine and his accomplishments.

Carter discusses the strengths and weaknesses of Guiteras and White.

Carter informs Russell about the progress that she and Frost made over the Christmas holiday and about the maps and bibliographical references for the manuscript of the History of Yellow Fever that she is currently working on.

Carter discusses the benefits and disadvantages of accompanying Gorgas to an unnamed location.

Carter discusses details of a future trip to an unnamed location.

Williams discusses the value of money in relation to the work in the Public Health Service.

Carter thanks Russell for supplying the Connor reference she sought and describes her work at the Library of Congress.

Carter describes his trip to New York and discusses travel plans to South America. He also writes about financial matters.

Carter offers suggestions regarding the format of the bibliography for the History of Yellow Fever and asks him if he might be able to include Gorgas in the bibliography. She also questions Frost's inclusion in the text of Henry Rose Carter's supposed acceptance of Noguchi's leptospira.

Carter writes that he is considering retiring. Carter believes he is facing a wide-spread yellow fever epidemic in Peru.

Rose expresses confidence in Carter's abilities to control the spread of yellow fever, but he is concerned about Carter's health.

Carter writes about Gorgas and his own health. He is currently in Havana, Cuba.

Carter believes Frost's name should be included on the title page of the published version of the History of Yellow Fever. Due to Frost's hard work, Carter believes that Henry Rose Carter would be proud of the book.

Carter describes a trip down the Guayaquil River.

Carter writes about his travels and his work.

Carter writes about life in Peru and his field work. He discusses his health and financial matters as well.

Seth informs William Lazear that Windsor Mansion is being sold and its contents divided among family members.

Carter plans on working on the book as long as she is needed and then she is considering entering the hospital in order to fully regain her health.

Lyster requests permission to publish an article that Carter has proofread.

Carter asks if "The Practice of Medicine in the Tropics," with her father's section on yellow fever, has gone to press. Her father has finished yellow fever work in Peru, but Laura Eugenia Cook Carter, his wife, has died.

Perlitt sends Carter a check.

Lyster requests Carter's comments on a circular for the fish campaign and on the Rockefeller Foundation's methods in the Latin American yellow fever campaigns.

Carter writes that he must go to Ferrenafe because of a possible yellow fever outbreak.

Rose informs Laura Carter that they have heard from her father, who is still in Peru.

Carter thanks Rose for a reimbursement check.

Lebredo informs Carter of his latest research and the International Sanitary Convention of the American Republics meetings.

LePrince reports on the yellow fever situation in Mexico, where he is conducting mosquito experiments, as well as Griffitts' malaria control work in Alabama.

Vega informs Mitchel that he is unable to help Mitchel in regards to the Peruvian government.

Rose grants Hanson's request for trained sanitary inspectors. He expects cooperation with the French Army Medical Corps. He encloses an account sheet detailing conversion of currency.

Connor discusses administrative issues related to the yellow fever work in Peru, mentioning Rose, Pareja and Hanson. He believes that Carter should not return to Peru, but rather should stay in the U.S.

Hanson reports on yellow fever work in Peru and comments on his employees, interpersonal issues, funding, and problems with steamship companies.

Carter's subscription to the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene should be in his name, not his son's.

Hanson sends Carter a copy of a letter reporting on the yellow fever work in South America.

In a report on the yellow fever work in Peru, Hanson discusses financial matters, correspondence received, the help extended by White and Carter, and manpower needs. Hanson declares the campaign is going well.

Read reports on new yellow fever cases in Central America, conditions in various areas in Mexico, and intensive control measures to reduce incidence of infection.

Hanson sends Carter a copy of Hanson's letter to Rose reporting on yellow fever work in Peru, and asks if Carter agrees that the situation seems nearly under control.

Carter recommends continuation of work. He requests to stay since he is the most qualified. He fears a yellow fever outbreak in Lima.

Hanson includes the names of medical personnel and the places he has inspected. He mentions the lack of cooperation from locals. He is considering a return to the U.S.

Hanson discusses ways of converting funds into dollars. He reports on field work done by various experts. He mentions funding issues concerning the Peruvian government.

Read refers to Henry Rose Carter's illness. Rose is on vacation in Maine.

Hanson thanks Read for mail and the ruling regarding pay for campaign employees. He describes the difficulties doing field work during a workers' strike. He discusses reassignment of investigators to Panama.

Boldridge sends Carter a report on the mosquito work in South Carolina.

Hanson sends Carter a Spanish translation of a lecture. Some inspectors are returning to the Canal Zone. He hopes to bring his family to Peru. There has been an outbreak of bubonic plague. He offers his opinions on the Peruvian government.

Carter does not accept financial support for travel to Hot Springs malaria meeting.

Fricks apologizes for his efforts to convince Carter to attend the Hot Spring malaria meeting.

Rose thanks Carter for suggesting the name of colleague and expresses pleasure at having seen him recently.

Hanson reports on the investigation of a possible yellow fever case. He describes his field work and discusses personnel matters. He hopes to bring the campaign to an end by the spring of 1922.

Rose thanks Carter for his unselfish devotion and loyalty to the cause.

Hanson refutes Dr. Arces' theory that yellow fever does not exist in Peru. He expresses confidence in the work being done.

Rose expresses great interest in publishing a story on yellow fever.

As requested by Kelly, [Emilie Lawrence Reed] writes a description of Walter Reed's illness, treatment, and death.

Mayne thanks Carter for his contributions to engineering abstracts and inquires about his sources.

Griffitts believes that Carter's abstracts are of great value. He may move to Mobile, Alabama for a malaria project.

Hanson details the progress against yellow fever in Peru, but notes that the situation in Mexico and Central America is more serious than once thought.

LePrince writes that Carter's malaria abstracts and comments are valuable. He discusses Caldwell's yellow fever work in Mexico and upcoming malaria control work in southern Illinois, as well as other malaria work in the South.

Catherine Lazear provides family news and recalls the day of William Lazear's birth.

The International Health Board encourages Carter to write a history of yellow fever.

Hanson reports on mosquito larvae studies in Peru. He also discusses, at length, administrative and political issues related to his work.

Carter discusses the accounts of Carroll, Gorgas, and Agramonte regarding Lazear's death.

[Carter] informs Hanson that he has been lecturing on malaria and yellow fever at Johns Hopkins. Currently he is working on a brief history of yellow fever.

Truby believes that Lazear probably did tell Carroll he was bitten by a mosquito at Las Animas, but that Reed and others felt Lazear had purposely allowed himself to be bitten. He comments on Agramonte's role in the yellow fever work.

Frost comments on influenza epidemics in Panama.

Griffitts asks for Carter's help on a paper he must give on malaria control.

Derivaux tells Carter of his activities over the past three years. He is now in private practice and teaching at Vanderbilt Medical School.

Connor recommends continued vigilance for at least six months after the last confirmed case of yellow fever. He discusses the political situation in Mexico, noting that the Tampico office is closing.

[Carter] critiques Connor's draft on yellow fever.

Hanson discusses the political situation in Peru and his difficulties in dealing with local authorities.

[Carter] discusses Scannell's work against yellow fever in Chiapas, Mexico.

Caldwell agrees with Carter that there are no human carriers of yellow fever. He discusses, in detail, his field work in Mexico.

Noguchi writes to White regarding the appearance of human experimentation in the 1921 Rockefeller Foundation report. Noguchi had attributed the experiment to White.

Guiteras provides Carter with his new address in Cuba.

Carter offers a correction to Bruce's “History of the University of Virginia.“

Carter writes about the history of yellow fever in South America and his research on the subject.

Hanson discusses yellow fever cases in Peru.

Mabel Lazear expresses gratitude for what the Merchants' Association of New York has done for her.

Carter gives his opinion as to whether Hanson should pursue a position with the Peruvian Health Department. He doubts that an African campaign will ever take place.

Scannell discusses his field work and answers Carter's questions concerning the breeding places of mosquitoes in wells.

Hanson requests that Carter critique his preliminary report on the yellow fever campaign in Peru. He asks if his resume describing his work in 1921 and 1922 has been received.

Thayer offers Mabel Lazear his assistance if ever she needs it.

Hanson offers to send Carter memorabilia of the yellow fever campaign in Peru. He plans to arrive in New York soon.

The writer makes recommendations concerning how the International Health Board should handle inquiries concerning the status of yellow fever in various South American countries.

Carter describes his trip to South Carolina, but refuses to make anymore long journeys. He discusses financial affairs and family issues.

Connor discusses the campaign against yellow fever in Mexico, which he plans to finish soon. He thanks Carter for the critique of his manuscript.

Rose sends Carter English and Spanish versions of an article by White on yellow fever. He mentions two cases of yellow fever in Mexico, which White and Connor are investigating.

Rose apologizes for missing Carter while he was in New York.

Latimer believes that Emilie Lawrence Reed did not support Walter Reed's work in Cuba.

Hanson writes about resuming his yellow fever work in Mexico. He discusses the ramifications, both personal and financial, that such a decision would entail. He comments on the political situation in Mexico.

Emilie Lawrence Reed seeks a pension increase. She writes about Marie Gorgas' pension and discusses the public stature of William Gorgas.

[Kelly] writes that he supports Emilie Lawrence Reed's pension increase.

Hanson discusses his career options in Peru and Africa. He mentions the possibility of leaving public health.

Carter discusses his connection to the work of Reed's Yellow Fever Commission. Carter maintains that Reed informed him that the direction taken by the Yellow Fever Commission, in Cuba, was inspired by his early work with yellow fever.

Connor reports on yellow fever in Mexico. He suspects a Caribbean epidemic spreading from Brazil.

[Carter] informs Rose that the reimbursement check sent to him was too large.

Hanson writes about his search for new work and his discouragement at not being offered public health positions. He notes that sanitary work in Peru has almost stopped due to financial issues.

Flannagan submits a paper to The American Magazine's essay contest on the seven greatest Americans and names Carter as the fifth great American for his contributions to public health.

Griffitts writes that he would like to be assigned to North Carolina.

[Carter] informs White of Lyster's visit and the danger of yellow fever in Tuxpan.

Lyster praises Houle and the yellow fever work in Mexico and congratulates him on the birth of a son. Lyster informs Houle that he sent a copy of the report on the yellow fever work to Carter.

Lyster sends Carter a report on the yellow fever campaign in Vera Cruz, Mexico and a letter Lyster has written to Houle commenting on the campaign.

Bost thanks Carter for the doll and candy.

Rose writes about compensation for Henry Rose Carter's work and the value placed on the work of both Henry Rose Carter and Laura Armistead Carter.

Carter and her father hold Rose's opinion in high esteem, and she thanks Rose for his praise of Henry Rose Carter's work on the History of Yellow Fever and of her poetry.

Hanson informs Carter that he has settled in Jacksonville, Florida and has started his own practice. He discusses an alleged case of Weil's Disease in Guayaquil, Ecuador.

Frost discusses Snow's book on cholera. He informs Carter that he will be lecturing in Washington, D.C. next month.

White agrees with Carter on handling endemic situations. He sends Carter a letter from Avila describing a possible yellow fever case, which he thinks is a false diagnosis.

Carter informs Leathers about his career in malaria and yellow fever control and the careers of others prominent in the field.

Hanson must decide whether to stay in private practice or resume yellow fever work with the International Health Board. Enclosing a telegram from Russell, he asks Carter if there is suspicion of yellow fever in Colombia.

Howard provides information to Carter on appropriate Latin terms used to reference the “yellow fever mosquito.”

Hanson writes that he doubts there is yellow fever in Colombia. He discusses the differences between his private practice and working for the public health service.

Russell writes that he will send a check for her father's work on the yellow fever history.

Scannell discusses sections from Carter's book, entitled "Epidemiology of Yellow Fever," and requests Carter's opinion on certain aspects.

Scannell informs Carter that he has taken a trip through the northern states of Brazil and reports that Bahia and Ceara seem to be the chief yellow fever centers.

Leathers writes about Carter's contribution to public health.

Kean seeks information on J.F. Binnie, an old acquaintance and a patient in Truby's hospital.

Barber discusses the failure of the algae chara to prevent larval breeding and desires a copy of a report that Carter suggested would be useful to his work.

Carter agrees that algae chara is not particularly effective in the prevention of breeding and offers his assistance in locating a copy of a report Barber needs for his work.

Truby relates Binnie's condition. He enjoyed his trip to Europe with the Keans in 1921. He discusses upcoming assignments to Panama or the Philippines.

Russell writes that he will send letters to Laura Carter for her father's consideration, but emphasizes that she should not allow him to overwork.

Read expresses her relief that Henry Carter is out of the hospital.

Cumming thanks Kelly for the gift of his book on Walter Reed and mentions his acquaintance with Reed.

This is a decoded telegram from the I.H.B. to Hanson mentioning the Carters.

Child's letter and drawing.

Baekland refers to the recent publication of a letter and Howard's response regarding Kean's role. He includes a direct quote from Howard's letter.

Kean informs Emilie Lawrence Reed that his son Robert is graduating from MIT in chemistry. He discusses the role of Sternberg and Gorgas with the Yellow Fever Commission.

Read comments on the second section of Henry Carter's book on yellow fever.

Kean informs Emilie Lawrence Reed that Hendrick will print a correction to an earlier article. This letter is written at the bottom of Hendrick's letter to Kean, dated April 16, 1924. Hendrick writes that the corrections will be made and regrets any offense given Emilie Lawrence Reed.

Kean informs Emilie Lawrence Reed that he wrote to the editor of World's Work to dispute the claims made by Marie Gorgas as regards the Yellow Fever Commission.

Baekeland asks permission to write a letter to the New York Times. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

[Laura Carter] discusses the Carters' travel plans for a conference in Kingston, Jamaica. She mentions Henry Carter's health.

Kean informs Emilie Lawrence Reed that the manuscript of Gorgas' biography might be corrected to reflect Reed's role. He will retire to Washington this summer.

Kean hopes that the misleading statements about Reed in the Gorgas biography will be corrected. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Kean refers to the Marie Gorgas and Hendrick biography of William Crawford Gorgas.

Howard requests that Baekeland does not submit his letter to the editor in its current form. He does not want to be involved in the controversy. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Howard informs Kean of Baekeland's letter to the New York Times Editor and encloses copies of correspondence relating to that letter. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Kean's letter to the editor was written in response to an appeal by Emily Lawrence Reed to protect her husband's reputation. More importantly, Kean desires to induce Congress to make a more liberal pension for Reed. Kean does not want Baekeland's letter to distract the public's attention from Walter Reed. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Kean is grateful for Baekeland's letter but agrees with Howard that it is an inopportune time to write such a letter. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Baekeland will do as Kean suggests. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Howard finds the whole exchange between Baekeland and Kean to be an interesting incident in unpublished history. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Guiteras critiques Carter's yellow fever manuscript.

Laura Armistead Carter transcribes a conversation between Henry Rose Carter, Thayer, and Parker, which shows how Carter's data on extrinsic incubation assisted Lazear and Reed in reaching the decision to test the theory of mosquito transmission. Carter also discusses the contributions of Finlay and others to this theory.

Lyster writes that he glad to hear Carter's health has improved. He discusses the origins of yellow fever.

Quayle congratulates Carter on his return to the Isthmus.

Russell forwards a copy of a letter from Michael E. Connor commenting favorably on Section III of Carter's History of Yellow Fever.

Carter writes about his health and his history of yellow fever. He discusses the possibility of eradicating yellow fever entirely. He mentions working in West Africa in the future.

Griffitts discusses the possible influence of humidity on the mosquito life-span.

Carter, Jr., comments on various topics including the California plague, the Surgeon General appointment, and family members.

Fisher discusses the recent malaria conference. He offers his opinion on the Southern Power Company's plan to impound water.

Acker writes about Carter's book and provides news of her family.

Frost comments on Carter's yellow fever manuscript.

Fontaine thanks Carter for his gift.

Fontaine thanks Carter for the gift that he sent.

Fontaine thanks [Carter] for a Christmas gift.

Fontaine thanks [Carter] for a Christmas gift.

Hoffman expresses sympathy upon the death of Henry Carter.

This review, by an unnamed critic, concentrates on the claims surrounding Gorgas' yellow fever work.

Black discusses the relationship between Gorgas and Ludlow.

Carter informs Read that Henry Rose Carter has completed two months of work on his History of Yellow Fever, and encloses an itemized account of expenses.

Kean is critical of the book written by Marie D. Gorgas because of its scientific and historical inaccuracies. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Carter appreciates Kean's review of the biography of Gorgas, but has no knowledge to support Kean's points since he was not in Havana during Reed's investigation. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Kean declines to write new review of Gorgas biography for "Science."

Havard recalls Gorgas' hesitance in accepting the conclusions of the Reed commission and his continuance of the expensive disinfection of fomites. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Laura Carter says that she is withholding Russell's letter about possible yellow fever cases because of Henry Carter's poor health.

Russell sends Laura Carter reports on possible yellow fever cases in Brazil, but says she need not show them to her father.

Lorente believes the restrictions on commerce between Peru and Ecuador were based on unfounded rumors of yellow fever in northern Peru, and that such rumors should be substantiated before being acted upon in future.

Barber queries Carter on the history of malaria in Virginia. He describes his anti-malaria work and his preparation for a conference, in Rome.

White believes that he and Carter are the only scientists with a full understanding of how to eliminate yellow fever, although Scannell and Beeuwkes may learn.

Patterson sends Kean a letter he has written to William Duffield Robinson, correcting a statement about Gorgas that Robinson made in a paper.

Cushing congratulates Kean for his review of the Gorgas biography. An autograph note by Kean reveals sales statistics of both the Osler and Gorgas biographies.

Carter describes malaria and living conditions in Virginia after the Civil War.

Ravenel offers his opinions about Gorgas.

Kean discusses Gorgas and the yellow fever work in Cuba. Ireland responds in a note at the bottom of the letter.

Heiser writes that he hopes Carter's health improves soon.

Hanson informs Carter that he plans to go to Africa to fight yellow fever.

Frost reviews Carter's manuscript on the history of yellow fever and expresses his hope that Carter will write a continuation on the subject. He wishes him speedy recovery from his illness.

Griffitts discusses his new job and expresses admiration for Carter as a friend and mentor.

Vincent expresses his admiration for Henry Carter and Laura Carter.

Carr expresses his admiration for Henry Carter.

Read sends her condolences upon the death of Henry Carter.

Jack and Susan express their support and friendship for Laura Carter.

Noguchi expresses his condolences upon the death of Henry Carter.

Lyster expresses his appreciation for Henry Carter's life and work.

Grubbs sends his condolences upon the death of Henry Carter.

White sends his condolences and words of admiration for Henry Carter.

Penhallow expresses her sympathy for Henry Carter's death.

Rosenau sends his condolences upon the death of Henry Carter.

Rowe expresses sympathy upon the death of Henry Carter.

Avery lists resolutions adopted by the Medical Association of the Isthmian Canal Zone upon the death of Henry Carter.

LePrince sends his condolences upon the death of Henry Carter.

Rosenau sends her and her husband's sympathy upon the death of Henry Carter.

Frost, a little girl, expresses her love for Laura Carter and wants her to live with her and her parents.

Read offers support to Laura Carter and invites her to stay with her in New York.

Cobb express his sympathy upon the death of Henry Carter.

Thompson expresses sympathy for the death of Henry Carter.

Goddard expresses sympathy upon the death of Henry Carter.

Stiles sends [Laura Carter] her sympathy upon the death of Henry Carter.

Voegtlin expresses her condolences upon the death of Henry Carter.

Scannell expresses sympathy upon the death of Henry Carter.

Guiteras expresses condolences for the loss of Henry Carter.

Claibourne sends condolences on the death of Henry Carter.

The writer expresses condolences on the death of Henry Carter.

Blue expresses his condolences for the death of Henry Carter.

Stewart sends his sympathy upon the death of Henry Carter.

Carter refutes Ravenel's suggestion that Henry Rose Carter did not influence Reed's decision to investigate the theory of mosquito transmission of yellow fever and encloses documents to support this position.

Cater supplies information suggesting that Henry Rose Carter had speculated about the mosquito transmission theory when he was sick with yellow fever in [1897].

His Race with Death Won by Last of the Yellow Fever Pioneers [From the Henry Rose Carter Papers]

Carter writes about the French Debt Commission and states that she disagrees with some of Ravenel's article on her father but she appreciates the spirit in which it was written.

Wood acknowledges a letter from Kean, and expresses the hope that he, Kean, and Dorey have provided information to Sullivan that will help to clarify a subject on which he is working. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Welch writes Carter about his friendship with and admiration for Henry Rose Carter.

Siler sends Emilie Reed a manuscript he has submitted to Hygeia, the health journal of the American Medical Association, on Walter Reed and yellow fever.

Laura Carter sends photographs for Fishbein's article and describes her work with Henry Carter.

[Laura Carter] thanks Russell for the news clipping on Moran and Kissinger. She writes that she will resume work on the book.

Russell quotes from a letter written by Dr. Andrew Balfour that compares Henry Rose Carter to Sir Patrick Manson and describes Carter as a pioneer in his field.

Carter thanks Russell for sending the letter quoting Dr. Andrew Balfour's reference to Henry Rose Carter and informs Russell that her editing work on the History of Yellow Fever is only in its preliminary stages.

Gawne offers to send copies of letters to William Lazear that pay tribute to his father.

Thayer discusses the influence of Carter's and Finlay's work on Reed and Lazear.

Thayer makes reference to Carter's experiments and their influence on Lazear. Thayer inquires if Lazear discussed his theories with her.

Carroll informs Emilie Lawrence Reed that the Medical Society of Virginia will address his proposal to make Walter Reed's birthplace a national shrine.

Carter expresses her heartfelt thanks to Welch for his Memorandum for the International Health Board on Henry Rose Carter's death.

Representatives of the New York Association of Biology Teachers petition Sen. Watson to seek Congressional action on pensions for Kissinger and widows of yellow fever commission participants.

Griffitts sends Laura Carter photographs of her father and describes their relationship.

Phalen's biographical sketch describes H.R. Carter's family, education, career, appearance, and personality.

Templeton informs her that reference material on Jesse Lazear is being filed at the [Washington and Jefferson College] library.

Kissinger asks for financial assistance.

Carter plans on sending a check to Johnson for his work on the maps for the History of Yellow Fever and wonders when Morley will supply his maps for the manuscript. She comments that her health remains poor.

Laura Carter sends Welch quotations expressing Henry Carter's final conclusions on L. icteroides.

The Peabody Fund has donated a house to the Kissingers.

The Kissingers thank Emilie Lawrence Reed for the gift of a painting.

Pope thanks Laura Carter for Henry Carter's notes. He is impressed that Carter had theorized a living host as an explanation of the extrinsic incubation of yellow fever before this had been proven.

Kean rejects Nelson's article on the grounds of inaccuracies. Kean informs him of the Walter Reed Memorial Association's work and Peabody's efforts to lobby Congress for pension increases for the survivors.

Agramonte confidentially tells Kean of his and Noguchi's scientific disagreements. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

The Kissingers thank Emilie Lawrence Reed for inviting them to the Belroi dedication.

Russell suggests Carter consider working part-time on the editing of the History of Yellow Fever in order to preserve her strength and make her labors more rewarding. He also mentions that his work in West Africa is proving Henry Rose Carter's theory that yellow fever developed in Africa and spread into the New World.

Lamb describes his last encounters with Reed before he died.

Kean mentions that his speech at the dedication of Walter Reed's birthplace was well received. He also mentions his distrust of Noguchi's experiments. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Phalen returns Laura Carter's manuscripts and sends his revised biographical sketch of Henry Rose Carter.

Sawyer acknowledges receiving Carter's letter and check and expresses sympathy for her illness.

Carter is back at work on Henry Rose Carter's manuscript of the History of Yellow Fever on a half-time basis.

The writer reports that an effort is underway to increase the annuities of the yellow fever investigators, volunteers, and their relatives.

Sawyer plans to inform the Comptroller about Carter's half-time return to work.

Townsend relates family news to Laura Carter. She sends a clipping on great names in preventive medicine, including Henry Carter.

Russell suggests that Carter should find an assistant to help her with her work on the History of Yellow Fever manuscript.

Agramonte mentions how he enjoyed reading Kean's address for the opening of Belroi and requests a photograph of Reed's birthplace to hang in his office. He informs Kean of honors he received at a meeting in New Orleans. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

Howard comments on Kean's account of the yellow fever experiments.

Kean sends Agramonte a photograph of Reed's birthplace and tells him that prior to Reed's birth his parent's home burned down. Kean congratulates Agramonte on the honors he received at a meeting in New Orleans. [Courtesy of The Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia Library]

McCoy comments on Gen. Summerall's statements about the roles of Sternberg and Wood with regard to the yellow fever commission.

De Niedman offers his recollections of yellow fever work in Cuba, including investigations of Sanarelli's bacillus and sanitary measures undertaken.

Kean sends Ireland a letter from Frank McCoy concerning Gen. Summerall's statements about the roles played by Sternberg and Wood in the work of yellow fever commission. On the bottom of the letter, Ireland adds an expression of interest and his initials.

Carter thanks Putnam and his staff for providing her with a library card that will allow her access to the shelves of the Library of Congress.

Russell expresses delight that Carter is back at work on the manuscript of the History of Yellow Fever and sends her reprints of recent work on yellow fever in West Africa that confirms Henry Rose Carter's theory that yellow fever originally came out of Africa.

Carter describes her health and her work on the bibliography of the History of Yellow Fever. She asks if her arrangement with her assistant is satisfactory to Russell.

Russell requires more information about payment details with her assistant, Grace Brown, before he can approve the financial arrangement.

Carter provides specific details about the financial arrangement regarding Brown's assistance on the manuscript for the History of Yellow Fever.

Kelly thanks Emilie Lawrence Reed for a memento of Walter Reed. He notes a greater appreciation of Walter Reed's work.

Carter discusses her work at the Library of Congress and expresses regret at the death of Noguchi and others working on the eradication of yellow fever throughout the world.

Carter updates Russell on progress she and Brown have made on the manuscript of the History of Yellow Fever and sends regards to Russell from Thayer.

Carter explains her work on the bibliography for the History of Yellow and will update Russell on incidental expenses. Carter's illnesses have also caused her to spend from the savings Henry Rose Carter left her.

Carter describes the considerable progress on the bibliography and that the Library of Congress staff is helpful. She also asks if Russell has any information about Noguchi's death.

Carter states that the bibliographical work at the Library of Congress is about finished and describes the generous amount of time Brown has donated to the project.

Carter describes the offers of assistance she has received from Col. Ashburn and Dr. Thayer and praises Brown's considerable efforts.

Russell asks Carter for an approximate idea of when her work will be completed.

Carter wants to meet with Frost before she can inform Russell of an approximate completion date.

Carter and Frost, after meeting to discuss a time frame for completing the manuscript, believe it will be ready some time in November. Carter compliments Brown for her dedication to the project.

[Carter] asks Connor to confirm citations of publications that he has authored in order to verify these references for Henry Rose Carter's manuscript of the History of Yellow Fever.

[Carter] writes Hanson requesting verification of references to his work.

Carter and Brown continue to work on the bibliography for the History of Yellow Fever despite the brutal Washington, D.C. heat.

[Carter] asks if Russell can supply bibliographical references to unpublished reports of the International Health Division of the Rockefeller Foundation.

Hanson attempts to answer Carter's questions about various medical references and describes his work in Florida on malaria outbreaks.

Russell suggests that working long hours in the Washington, D.C. heat might not be good for Carter's health.

Peabody thanks Emilie Lawrence Reed for gifts and sends her a copy of a lecture on Walter Reed.

Carter and Brown continue to work intensively. Carter asks Russell to track down additional references that may be found in reports of the International Health Division of the Rockefeller Foundation.

Peabody seeks clarification of information for a pamphlet on yellow fever for the American Museum of Natural History.

Carter suggests that Brown's salary be continued through October even though Brown has offered to work for free. She also thanks Russell for facilitating repayments of advances that she and Henry Rose Carter made towards Theodore Hayne's medical education as the work and her health have affected her finances adversely.

Carter informs Russell that she has delivered the completed medical references for the History of Yellow Fever to Frost, although there are still a few references that she and Brown will continue to try to verify. She thanks Russell for the extension of Brown's salary through October and applauds Brown's dedication to the project.

Carter writes Frost about bibliographical references to the History of Yellow Fever manuscript.

Putnam requests that Carter return a book that she checked out of the Library of Congress.

Carter explains the final work continues and that she has received help from members of the Catalogue Division of the Library of Congress.

Carter anticipates completing her work at the same time that Frost completes his work.

Howard sends Carter a reference from the Bulletin of Entomological Research about the breeding of the yellow fever mosquito that he believes she will find helpful.

Russell offers Carter a suggestion on tracking down a particular reference.

Carter writes about her success in locating a particularly elusive reference.

Carter thanks Howard for sending her a reference from the Bulletin of Entomological Research and updates him on her progress.

Howard is happy to help Carter and encourages her to consult him for further assistance.

Carter reports on the progress she and Brown have made and discuss some early Italian navigational references that they are still working on.

Stephens is having difficulty tracking down some references for Carter, but is still trying to get an answer for her.

Carter reports success with the early Italian references and discusses the progress of her work.

Carter writes about mutual friends and about her work on the History of Yellow Fever.

Carter thanks Morley for meeting with her in Washington to provide assistance with Mayan references for the History of Yellow Fever and asks him to send her more information when he gets to Mexico.

Carter plans on spending the Christmas holiday working on the manuscript at the Frost home in Baltimore.

Carter thanks Hoffman for his efforts to obtain a copy of a report by the Yellow Fever Commission that is necessary to verify a reference.

Carter writes about the final work that she and Brown are completing before Carter leaves for Baltimore and comments on the providence that connected her with someone as capable and dedicated as Brown.

Russell states that he has enjoyed Carter's weekly letters about her progress and thanks Carter and Brown for their efforts.

Carter informs Frost that she has duplicated bibliographic references for the manuscript, but that the flu has slowed her efforts.

Carter is sick with the flu, but she continues to work on the revision of bibliographical references for the History of Yellow Fever at home.

Carter is restructuring the bibliographic references to the manuscript of the History of Yellow Fever according to Frost's suggestion.

Carter is returning bibliographic cards to Frost and explains how she has organized quotes and references for the manuscript of the History of Yellow Fever.

Laura Carter informs Russell of her progress on her father's book and reports that she has heard from Ramsey and Hayne regarding the International Health Board work.

Carter describes her progress and the assistance she has received tracking down references for the History of Yellow Fever manuscript.

Carter updates Russell on the progress being made on the manuscript of the History of Yellow Fever.

Carter updates Russell on the continued progress she and Brown have made redoing bibliographical reference cards in accordance with Frost's suggestions.

Carter writes that she spent time with Frost in Baltimore going over references and describes the Johns Hopkins University Commemoration Day exercises that she attended.