Social history

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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