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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.

Hench sends Kellogg photographs to be used by Cornwell for changes to the yellow fever painting. He discusses Clara Maass, the Cubans' representation of Finlay's work, and a need for two versions of the painting to please both Americans and Cubans.

Hench comments on Truby's suggestions regarding the Cornwell yellow fever painting.

Hench requests copies of Mabel Lazear's photographs and discusses Agramonte's daughter. He recommends taking sketches of the "Cuban versions" of the painting rather than the originals to Cuba with him.

Hench thinks Kellogg handled the Cuban situation well. He comments on the Finlay supporters in Cuba. Hench discusses the Cornwell painting in progress and the suggestions Kellogg has received from various men concerning the painting.

Hench offers more suggestions for the Cornwell painting.

Hench discusses his speech for the upcoming unveiling of the Cornwell portrait and suggests guests to be invited by Kellogg.

Hench discusses his speech for the upcoming unveiling of the Cornwell portrait and requests more details on the event and on the painting.

Hench informs Kellogg he will not be able to lecture in Philadelphia, as he expects to go on active military duty soon. He discusses the latest Cornwell painting unveiling ceremony. Hench also comments on Pinto's role in the yellow fever experiments.

Hench discusses his military duty, noting that will be assigned to Fort Custer, then Fort Carson. He has found the original fever charts of the yellow fever cases in the possession of Mrs. Ames and is now studying them.

Hench discusses the planned publication of his speech and reproductions of the Cornwell painting in "Hygeia" and the "New York Sunday Mirror."

Hench discusses changes to Cornwell's "Conquerors of Yellow Fever" painting that would improve its historical accuracy.

Hench thanks Kellogg for the reaction letters, from both Cubans and Americans, to the painting. He discusses the sentiments in these letters.

Hench discusses identification of the figures in Cornwell's painting for an upcoming "Hygeia" article that will feature a copy of the painting. He presents a strong argument for including Ames.

Hench discusses the Cornwell painting and an upcoming "Hygeia" article based on his speech at the unveiling. He thinks it appropriate for Moran to be depicted in a military uniform in the painting.

Hench discusses Cuban attitudes towards Finlay and the identification of figures in the Cornwell painting.

Hench thanks Kellogg for the acknowledgement included in the journal article on the Cornwell painting. However, he suggests a few changes to the acknowledgement.

Hench congratulates Kellogg on his award from the National Art Director's Club. He expresses regret that Cornwell's remarks at the unveiling of the yellow fever painting were never recorded. He mentions the books of Laura Wood, Hume and Truby.

Hench inquires about the anticipated Cuban unveiling of the Cornwell paintings, which he would like to attend if possible. He informs Kellogg that Hoffmann is a member of the Finlay Institute.