Collections : [University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library]

University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library

Claude Moore Health Sciences Library
University of Virginia Health System
P.O. Box 800722
1350 Jefferson Park Avenue
Charlottesville, Virginia 22908
Primary Collecting Areas:
History of the University of Virginia Health System, Health Sciences in Virginia and the U.S. South, Anatomy, Yellow Fever, and Public Health
Description:
The Claude Moore Health Sciences Library is home to the University of Virginia's collection of rare and unique resources documenting the history of the health sciences.
POC: Amanda Greenwood
Phone: (434) 924-0052
Phone: (434) 982-0576
Phone: (434) 924-5444
Start Over Repository University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library Subjects Popular culture

Interview of John R. Bullard April 16, 1941 6 pages Box 38, Folder 9

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

  1. University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library
  2. Philip S. Hench Walter Reed Yellow Fever Collectioncirca 1800-circa 1998 bulk 1863-1974
  3. Series IV. Philip Showalter Henchcirca 1850-circa 1966 bulk 1937-1960
  4. Materials relating to the experiences of Mr. John R. Bullard in Havana, Cuba in 19011941

Interview with Frank R. McCoy February 19, 1948 5 pages Box 42, Folder 4

McCoy, aide to Governor-General Leonard Wood during the yellow fever experiments, comments on Wood's dismissal of the importance of Finlay's mosquito work, Wood's intervention with Surgeon General Sternberg to keep Reed's work going, and the location and arrangement of Wood's offices. McCoy stresses Wood's strong support of Reed and his work.

  1. University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library
  2. Philip S. Hench Walter Reed Yellow Fever Collectioncirca 1800-circa 1998 bulk 1863-1974
  3. Series IV. Philip Showalter Henchcirca 1850-circa 1966 bulk 1937-1960

Interview with Lawrence Reed and Blossom Reed November 21, 1946 20 pages Box 41, Folder 19

Hench questions Walter Reed's children about their father.

  1. University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library
  2. Philip S. Hench Walter Reed Yellow Fever Collectioncirca 1800-circa 1998 bulk 1863-1974
  3. Series IV. Philip Showalter Henchcirca 1850-circa 1966 bulk 1937-1960
  4. Interview with Lawrence [Walter L.] Reed and Blossom [Emilie M.] Reed at 2810-36th Place, Washington, D.C.November 21, 1946

Interview with Paul L. Tate by Philip Showalter Hench June 21, 1954 24 pages Box 47, Folder 15

Tate responds to a series of questions from Hench concerning his recollections about Camp Columbia and the yellow fever experiments.

  1. University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library
  2. Philip S. Hench Walter Reed Yellow Fever Collectioncirca 1800-circa 1998 bulk 1863-1974
  3. Series IV. Philip Showalter Henchcirca 1850-circa 1966 bulk 1937-1960
  4. Philip Showalter Hench's interview with Paul L. Tate and related materials1954

Interview with Philip Showalter Hench by a Cuban newspaper circa 1952 4 pages Box 44, Folder 10

This interview transcription includes questions posed to Hench by a Cuban newspaper and Hench's answers. Hench expresses appreciation for receiving the Order of Finlay. He explains his thoughts on preserving Camp Lazear and emphasizes the cooperation that took place among people of different countries and different religions in discovering the cause of yellow fever. He also discusses his interest in hormones, particularly cortisone, hydrocortisone, and corticotropin.

  1. University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library
  2. Philip S. Hench Walter Reed Yellow Fever Collectioncirca 1800-circa 1998 bulk 1863-1974
  3. Series IV. Philip Showalter Henchcirca 1850-circa 1966 bulk 1937-1960
  4. Materials relating to Philip Showalter Hench's acceptance into The Order of FinlayJanuary 24, 1952

Interview with Philip Showalter Hench by a Cuban newspaper circa 1952 4 pages Box 44, Folder 10

This interview transcription includes questions posed to Hench by a Cuban newspaper and Hench's answers. Hench expresses appreciation for receiving the Order of Finlay. He explains his thoughts on preserving Camp Lazear and emphasizes the cooperation that took place among people of different countries and different religions in discovering the cause of yellow fever. He also discusses his interest in hormones, particularly cortisone, hydrocortisone, and corticotropin.

  1. University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library
  2. Philip S. Hench Walter Reed Yellow Fever Collectioncirca 1800-circa 1998 bulk 1863-1974
  3. Series IV. Philip Showalter Henchcirca 1850-circa 1966 bulk 1937-1960
  4. Materials relating to Philip Showalter Hench's acceptance into The Order of FinlayJanuary 24, 1952

Invitation from Frank F. Law for the unveiling of Dean Cornwell's painting June 2, 1941 1 page Box 38, Folder 13

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

  1. University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library
  2. Philip S. Hench Walter Reed Yellow Fever Collectioncirca 1800-circa 1998 bulk 1863-1974
  3. Series IV. Philip Showalter Henchcirca 1850-circa 1966 bulk 1937-1960
  4. Engraved invitations to the unveiling ofConquerors of Yellow Fever June 2, 1941

Invitation from the President of the Republic, the Minister of Health, the Mayor of Marianao, and the President of the Foundation for the Conservation of Finlay's Experimental Building to an inauguration of a commemorative park at the old Camp Lazear December 3, 1952 2 pages Box 45, Folder 3

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

  1. University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library
  2. Philip S. Hench Walter Reed Yellow Fever Collectioncirca 1800-circa 1998 bulk 1863-1974
  3. Series IV. Philip Showalter Henchcirca 1850-circa 1966 bulk 1937-1960
  4. Correspondence, notes, and other materials of Philip Showalter Hench relating to the dedicatory ceremonies for the memorial park at the site of Camp LazearDecember 1952

Invitation to the dedication ceremony for Walter Reed's birthplace October 15, 1927 1 page Box 31, Folder 36

The Walter Reed Memorial Commission invites guests to the opening of Belroi, the birthplace of Walter Reed.

  1. University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library
  2. Philip S. Hench Walter Reed Yellow Fever Collectioncirca 1800-circa 1998 bulk 1863-1974
  3. Series III. Walter Reed1806-circa 1955 bulk 1874-1936
  4. Materials relating to the dedication of Walter Reed's birthplace in Belroi, VirginiaOctober 15, 1927

Invitation to the inauguration of Camp Lazear December 3, 1952 2 pages Box 45, Folder 3

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

  1. University of Virginia, Health Sciences Library
  2. Philip S. Hench Walter Reed Yellow Fever Collectioncirca 1800-circa 1998 bulk 1863-1974
  3. Series IV. Philip Showalter Henchcirca 1850-circa 1966 bulk 1937-1960
  4. Correspondence, notes, and other materials of Philip Showalter Hench relating to the dedicatory ceremonies for the memorial park at the site of Camp LazearDecember 1952

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