Social history

Hench sends Carey reprints of his articles on the yellow fever story. He provides a detailed account of his involvement in researching the story and his attempts to preserve Camp Lazear.

Hench thanks Law for providing the inserts of Cornwell's painting for the Hall of Fame celebration. He says the Mayo Foundation has 600 fellows - rather than the normal 350 fellows - due to men returning from the war, and thus fellowships are very competitive.

Hench thanks Law for the two oil sketches of the “Cuban version” of the yellow fever painting.

Hench describes the display of the Cornwell paintings at the Mayo Clinic. He would be pleased to attend future unveilings of other paintings in the series. Hench mentions the publication of his yellow fever article in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings.

Hench sends McCoy a memorandum on his recent trip to Cuba. Hench inquires if McCoy could arrange for Hench to use Wood's diary in the Library of Congress, and seeks further information from him concerning McCoy's opinions that Wood was the primary supporter of Reed's work in Cuba.

Hench writes that he is looking forward to examining Leonard Wood's diaries.

Hench mentions his interest in the story of Reed and yellow fever. He requests a meeting with McCoy to clarify a published statement.

Hench writes Rath that he would appreciate any help that the National Trust for Historic Preservation could provide in preserving Camp Lazear. He describes his attempts to enlist the support of the Cuban government and the Rockefeller Foundation.

Hench informs Rath of renewed efforts by the Cubans to preserve Camp Lazear, but still believes American help will improve the situation. He requests advice on preserving another Cuban building, whose owners will not entrust its care to the Cuban government.

Hench attempts to finalize plans for a meeting with Rath and General Grant.

Hench writes that he enjoyed meeting with Rath and General Grant.

Hench has written to Rojas and Cabrera. He hopes that they invite Rath to visit, and offers to help if they do so.

Hench informs Rath that Rojas and Cabrera have invited Rath to visit their farm. Hench writes that the two women are especially concerned about their property due to the recent revolution in Cuba.

Hench assures Rath that he should visit Rojas and Cabrera despite the unpromising political climate, because he believes the women need advice now.

Hench is delighted that Rath visited the Finca San Jose and is sure his advice will be helpful to Rojas. He sends a check for Rath's expenses.

Hench thanks Batista for the dinner party following the Camp Lazear dedication. He stresses that the establishment of the Camp Lazear monument has given pleasure to many Americans. He hopes that the site can become a living memorial by the addition of a public health center.

Hench promises to review Reed's letters to see whether he ever mentioned Susie, an Apache household servant. He will send a copy of Clark's letter to Reed's family, who may remember her.

Hench informs Clark that Blossom is writing a story about Susie, the Apache girl who worked in her father's household. He shares confidential information about Blossom's financial hardship, and says that he believes Reed's daughter should have the rights to this story, which Clark has been interested in publishing himself.

Hench inquires whether the Medical School of Jefferson College or the Medical Alumni Association would be interested in placing a wreath under the medallion of Finlay during the dedication ceremony of Camp Lazear. Finlay graduated from Jefferson Medical College in 1855.

Hench is glad that Jefferson Medical College alumnus Tocantins will represent the school at the Camp Lazear dedication, honoring fellow alumnus Finlay.