Series VI., Subseries B. Subject Files, 1825-1873.

Scope and content:

Contains a variety of files pertaining to various aspects of hospital operations, much of which is devoted to construction projects. The "Buildings and construction" folders contain specifications, contracts, proposals, and receipts for early construction projects at the hospital such as the building of walls, additions, and porticos, plastering, and painting. Other files contain contracts for the procurement of wood, meat, leather, and sundry goods. Two documents refering to slaves are also included, as are sporadic physician's reports and committee documents, and the commitment papers for the hospital's first patient, Anderson Kendall.

Arrangement:

Arranged alphabetically by folder title.

Access and use

Contents