Physicians
Found in 681 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, October 7, 1879
Reed teases McPherson, and writes about debts, pay, and military assignments.
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, February 4, 1880
Reed explains how he forgot to mail McPherson's letter and is holding his mail for him. Reed's family will not rejoin him.
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, February 18, 1880
Reed has clothing sent to McPherson. McPherson testifies in U.S. vs. McGowan. Reed writes concerning medical matters.
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, June 18, 1880
Reed is glad McPherson arrived safely back at the post. He comments on their new roommate. Reed's wife is sick.
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, July 10, 1880
McPherson is sick and resting. Reed is studying for a medical exam.
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, April 3, 1880
Reed describes his departure from Arizona, and the confusion in getting his next permanent assignment. He awaits McPherson's visit.
Letter from Walter Reed to Dorsey M. McPherson, December 26, 1885
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.
Letter from Walter Reed to E.A. de Schweinitz, September 6, 1900
Reed offers advice to de Schweinitz concerning the examination of medical students. Reed has learned of Carroll's illness in Cuba.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, June 1, 1875
Reed and Emilie Lawrence are engaged. They anticipate separation for his military assignment.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, June 6, 1875
Reed delights in Emilie Lawrence's love and prays for worthiness.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, June 11, 1875
Reed informs Emilie Lawrence, his fiance, that the question of military leave is at the discretion of the Surgeon General.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, June 15, 1875
Reed has not heard from Emilie Lawrence. He expresses affection for her relative Mrs. Vaughan.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, July 27, 1875
Reed describes to Emilie Lawrence the difficulties he undergoes to reach his army post at Willets Point, New York harbor.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, July 29, 1875
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.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 8, 1875
Reed assures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion. He describes a visit to New York City to buy her wedding ring.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 12, 1875
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.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 16, 1875
Reed reassures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion. He learns she is unhappy, but does not know why.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 19, 1875
Reed reassures Emilie Lawrence of his devotion. He admits that she has great influence over him.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 19, 1875
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.
Letter from Walter Reed to Emilie B. Lawrence, August 30, 1875
Reed remains devoted to Emilie Lawrence. He comments on a caricature she has drawn, which includes mosquitos.