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Greensboro Woman Compiles Storyn Of City's Hospitals Miss Rebecca Schenck Writes Interesting Sketches Of Institutions Here For Historical Museum Society (Editor's Note: The following sketch briefly relating the story of Greensboro's hospitals was written by Miss Rebecca Schenck, of Greensboro, at the request of the Greensboro Historical Museum society. It is- reproduced here by permission of the author and of the society.) By REBECCA SCENCK The first hospital in Greensboro for the treatment and cure of nervous patients, including those addicted to the use of liquors and drugs. St. Leo's Founded "Sisters of Charity and Medical Society of Guilford county, invite j'ou to be present at the laying of the corner stone of St. Leo's hospital, Greensboro, N. C, Wednesday, June 15, 1904, at four o'clock p. m." These invitations brought glad was built by the King's Daughters tidings of great joy to the people | who bought from W. B. Merrimon, in 1914, his home site on North Elm street, converting it into a hospital of 20 beds, primarily for the treatment of Dr. Long's surgical patients. Realizing the need of further hospital facilities in Greensboro, Dr. Long began in 1925 the erection of the annex, a fire proof brick and asphalt building of 44 rooms. Though the hospital was intended primarily for surgical patients, it is now open to medical cases as well. Since the death of Dr. Long, August 1, 1926, the name of the hospital has been changed to the Wesley Long Memorial hospital, and is in the hands of the executors of the Long estate with K. G. Bagley j and Mrs. Helen Long Stroud, resident managers. Mr. Bagley, the business manager, and Mrs. Stroud, superintendent of nurses, with a staff of three graduate nurses to assist her. In connection with the hospital and adjoining it is the nurses' home, in 1891 at a cost of $2,137. The cornerstone being laid by the Masons April 4, and on September 3, of the same year, it was opened for patients with Mrs. O. H. Hall, matron in charge. The Greensboro Medical club generously pledged the services of its 12 members, three physicians „ for each quarter of the fiscal year to be in attendance. The funds for this modest building of 10 rooms, were raised by the varied efforts of the King's Daughters and by subscription from the citizens, then numbering 5,000 souls. The subscription list being headed by three $100 checks, on down the list to 50 cents. The furnishings and linen were largely donations from stores and homes. The water main did not extend as far as what, was then North Greene street, now Battleground avenue; so the water supply for this hospital was gotten from a well next door on the premises of the Rev. John L. Michaux, D. D. Without water, without trained nurses, without experience on the part of the devoted board of managers; but with a loving spirit of service, the little hospital was launched on its mission of mercy After two years of troublous life, on account of inadequate funds for support, it was forced to close its doors. Though its life of service was short, it proved a pioneer in good works, and with its splendid spirit as an inspiration, have grown to large proportions, the hospitals of Greensboro today. \ The small fund left of Greensboro and vicinity, for they meant a hospital that would be commensurate with the needs of the community. The Sisters' of Charity had secured a lot on Summit avenue, 632 feet front and 300 feet deep, for the hospital site. After the laying of the corner stone, the work of building progressed steadily to its finish. St. Leo's was opened to patients in 1905, a hospital thoroughly equipped with the latest and best surgical and medical appliances of that day, with accomodations for sixty- four patients. It live when off duty. There is no resident physician, Peck, in charge, serving as nurse, doctor, housekeeper and general manager. Admirable was the work done there during the snort while it was open. This little hospital was the first step taken in Greensboro and Guilford county towards the relief of those suffering from tuberculosis. Now, the Guilford sanitorium stands a splendid testimony to the work I done by the committee of zealous j men and women whose hearts were! in the task of building a hospital in | every way suited to this purpose. County Sanitorium In the fall of 1916 a meeting was called by Caesar Cone, and held in j the Elk's club, to consider the ques- \ tion of tuberculosis in the county and to discuss ways and means for i handling the same. Among those present were Caesar Cone, Julius Cone, E. P. Wharton, E. Stemberger, W. C. Boren, C. H. Ireland, Thomas R. Foust, Dr. William M. Jones, and a few others whose names are not | now recalled. After more or less where the class of 28 student nurses j general discussi0n of what might be done, etc., a committee was appointed to get information as to but the hospital is open for the use i what was being done in ot;ner states. of all physicians and surgeons mem- | Later tms committee reported that bers of the Greensboro and Guilford i the plan as used in New York which - County Medical society. Rarely is j had many county tubercular sanitor- ; there an empty bed. | iums appeared more practical. While the hospital is privately The first law passed by the legis- owned, much charity is done there. ;j lature was not practical, so there happy day that saw the opening of j Maginn Sanitorium The Magill Sanitorium was opened for the admittance of patients April 1, 1916. A modest frame building at 1011 Spring Garden street, but once with- was a glad and m its doors, an air of good cheer its doors. Long Strides Made Since 1905 long strides have been made in scientific research, but St. Leo's has kept the pace fixed by the scientists and today is altogether abreast of the times in its equipment and management; with accommodations for ninety-six private patients, two women's wards, eight beds each, one men's ward, eight beds; one children's ward, twelve beds; one colored ward for men, three beds; one colored ward for women, three beds. A handsome nurses home has been erected, housing fifty-eight student nurses. While owned and managed entirely by the Sisters' of Charity, it is open to the patients of the phj'sic- ians and surgeons of the medical societies of Greensboro and Guilford county. One must be a patient at St. Leo's to appreciate the loving care and ceaseless vigilance of the Sisters' Ma- who watch over you. The Reaves, Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Infirmary was established P. Reaves on the ' greets you; and large sympathy. For this sympathy, coupled with a thorough knowledge of her profession, is a potent factor in Mrs. Ma- gill's treatment of her patients; those who have borne the heat and burden of the day, and would fain rest awhile. The sanitorium has accommodations for eight persons. It is owned and operated by Mrs. j was a delay of a couple of years before they did get about what they wanted. Then arose the question of getting general interest aroused in the proposition and raising funds for erection, and taxes for mainten-; ance. In the various women's or- ganizations of the county each gave ' invaluable assistance, particularly the district nurse and relief association which had a small home to care for tuberculosis cases on Glen- wood avenue near Lee street. Directors Named When the funds and taxes had been raised, the board of county commissioners appointed a board of Laura B. Magill, assisted by Mrsv j directors who were to build and op Bessie Blackwell m the culinary and erate the institution> The ^ani housekeeping department; and by was as foUows: Jullus Cone chair. Miss Bethel Field, a registered and man; j Eiwood CoX) Mrs; C- j. [tents6."* nUrSe' m °are Pa" rTtastey, ^. James Dick of Gibson- over after y, 1908 by Dr. w Trinity Hospital The Trinity hospital for negroes was opened in 1918 by Dr. S. P. Sebastian, Dr. C. C. Stewart, and Dr. Cordice, and closed when the L. Richardson Memorial hospital was opened. The latter hospital was built at a cost of $150,000 and opened The hospital contains 60 beds and is fully equipped for operative work and X-rays. The Nurses home was finished in November, 1929, at a cost of $34,0<fj the sale of the hospital site was ~econd "and'third flows" oFthe Mc- | and contains *6 double rooms and transferred to the Guilford sani-, Ad00 building It is of historicals larSe reception room. Ruby Wood- torium, interest that adenoid and tonsil bury> colo™d' ls in J,harge ?* thf! Keely Established clinics were held there about 1911-12 nurses. There are five registered Keely institute was established for children of the North Carolina in Greensboro in 1891, by Judge Training school that Professor J. A. W. H. Eller, and was later bought Matheson had found these defects by Col. W. H. Osborn, under whose prevented their progress in school; efficient management it attained more than,a local reputation for the treatment of alcoholic and drug addicts. The Keely institute is now owned by the W. H. Osborn estate and is under the capable management of Charles Cunningham. Patients there find sympathy, and comfort, and restful surroundings in this, erstwhile colonial home, of the former Gov. John M. Morehead—the now Keely institute. Greensboro Hospital Greensboro hospital on South Greene street, just in the rear of where the Elk's home stands, was | opened June, 1902. Drs. J. T. J. j Battle, G. R. Michaux, Charles I Roberson, W. J. Meadows, A, J.l Fortune, and J. R. Turner werej physicians on the staff and Miss Minnie Bryson, a competent trained nurse, was superintendent. Though accommodating a limited number of patients, it supplied a dire need in the community and did much toward relieving the sick and suffering till larger and better facilities for their care could be had. at that time clinics of another group from Pleasant Garden were held for superintendent of Guilford county schools, Professor T. R. Foust. colored nurses and 19 in training. Dr. S. P. Sebastian, colored, is the resident physician. There are nine doctors on the medical staff with Dr. C. M. Gilmore as chairman. Dr. H. H'. Ogburn is chairman of the surgery department. Dr. C. W. Banner has been chairman of the board of directors since ville; Dr. J. B. Burrows, and Dr. William Jones. It was soon seen that the cost of construction had been underestimated. To meet this shortage, donations were made by the Cone family and by the Sternbergers. Harry Barton was the architect. Dr. Joe L. Spruill, who was on the staff of the State sanitorium, was elected superintendent in full charge, he appointed Miss Mayfield Richmond who had been with the state sanitorium as head nurse. Later a nurses' home and children's . building was erected, the latter h . charge of a nurse and teacher. This '■ institution is located on highway No. j 10, about mid-way between Greens- i boro and High Point. Veternary Hospital In these short sketches of the hospitals of Greensboro, we must | not forget the one for the care of our four-footed friends, Dr. W. A. Horniday's veternary hospital on Gaston street. This is one of the I best and most thoroughly equip- j The increased progress in school | its beginning end is largely respon- work and improvement in health i sible for its success. This hospital after the operations demonstrated I was built as a memorial to the late ped veternary hospitals in the state the wisdom of Professors Matheson Lunsford Richardson, for years ai »M™.erger uospnai and Foust, in progressiveness in loved and influential citizen of; Brightest ana best among school work in North Carolina.; Greensboro. - i hospitals of About three years later the chair- j Clinic Hospital man of the state board of health The Clinic hospital, situated on began to hold adenoid and tonsil the corner of South Greene and Syc- clinics in many counties of the state, | amore streets, opened its doors De- which is still being done. ! cember 15, 1925. About 1913 Dr. C. R. Reaves be- It is owned and operated by the came associated with his brother, Dr., following physicians: Dr. A. F. For- W. P. Reaves, In 1915 the present Reaves Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat infirmary was built on West Sycamore street where many other cases of adenoids and tonsils were operated on that were selected by the county superintendent or the county tune, Dr. J. H. Boyles, Dr. J. G. Thomas. While the Clinic has a "closed staff" it is open to the patients of a limited number r,f Greensboro physicians and surgeons, being a 50-bed hospital for the treatment of medical and surgical patients. Fully equipped with modern physician. The Williams' Private Sanitarium j appliances, it is well fitted for the opened in 1908 on West Market; many emergency cases brought stret, was moved from there in 1911, there; and much charity work is to 202 West Sycamore street. This done. ™n ™e opening of St.^ Leos ^in j: sanatorium, under the manage- There are 18 student nurses in ment of Dr. B. B. Williams, was for training. Miss Agnes Gray, regis- the treatment of alcoholic, drug, tered and resident nurse, is superin- and nervous patients, and until 1926, j tendent of the hospital, and dean when owing to Dr. Williams illness) ot the faculty of eight registered its doors were closed, did excellent nurses, work for the relief of its suffering! Tubercular Hospital inmates. A snail Tubercular hospital on Wesley Long j Glenwood avenue near Lee street 1905, after three years of faithful service, the Greensboro hospital was closed. The Telfair sanitarium was incorporated in 1905 by Dr. Telfair, J. M. Millikan, and Dr. W. C. Ash- worth. The stock of Dr. Telfair and Mr. Millikan was bought by Dr. Ashworth in 1918 and the name changed to the Glenwood Park EUtorium. an institution The Wesley Long hospital was owned jointly by Dr. J. W. Long and his brother-in-law, A. H. Cole, was sponsored by the District Nurse j and Relief association; with Mrs. Peck, lovingly known as "Mother" the | the' Stemberger Memorial hospital, a I beneficient gift of Mrs. Blanche I Stemberger Benjamin. The handsome Stemberger, home on Summit avenue, has been transformed into a modern hospital for the care of afflicted chil- | dren—and has been beautifully furnished, and adequately equipped and endowed richly for this purpose. Dedicated on February 1, 1930, opened for patients on February 5, 11030, only six weeks opened to the 'public, history is in the making there. History of crooked little: bodies made straight;—and the healing of all the ills that childhood's flesh is heir to. For already | 40 patients have been treated, and today there are 18 patients wit in its walls. It is opened only i children, and obstetrical cases. Dr. W. W. Cole is chief of staff, | and Miss Hassin, registered, and ; resident nurse is superintendent in charge. In the spacious grounds is a separate building foiL isolation
Object Description
Title | Greensboro woman compiles story of city's hospitals |
Date | 1930-03-21 |
Creator (individual) | Schenck, Rebecca |
Subject headings | Hospitals -- North Carolina -- Greensboro -- History |
Place | Greensboro (N.C.) |
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Greensboro Woman Compiles
Storyn Of City's Hospitals
Miss Rebecca Schenck Writes Interesting
Sketches Of Institutions Here For
Historical Museum Society
(Editor's Note: The following
sketch briefly relating the story
of Greensboro's hospitals was
written by Miss Rebecca
Schenck, of Greensboro, at the
request of the Greensboro Historical Museum society. It is-
reproduced here by permission
of the author and of the
society.)
By REBECCA SCENCK
The first hospital in Greensboro
for the treatment and cure of
nervous patients, including those
addicted to the use of liquors and
drugs.
St. Leo's Founded
"Sisters of Charity and Medical
Society of Guilford county, invite
j'ou to be present at the laying of
the corner stone of St. Leo's hospital, Greensboro, N. C, Wednesday,
June 15, 1904, at four o'clock p. m."
These invitations brought glad
was built by the King's Daughters tidings of great joy to the people
| who bought from W. B. Merrimon,
in 1914, his home site on North Elm
street, converting it into a hospital
of 20 beds, primarily for the treatment of Dr. Long's surgical patients. Realizing the need of further hospital facilities in Greensboro, Dr. Long began in 1925 the
erection of the annex, a fire proof
brick and asphalt building of 44
rooms. Though the hospital was
intended primarily for surgical patients, it is now open to medical
cases as well.
Since the death of Dr. Long, August 1, 1926, the name of the hospital has been changed to the Wesley Long Memorial hospital, and
is in the hands of the executors of
the Long estate with K. G. Bagley
j and Mrs. Helen Long Stroud, resident managers. Mr. Bagley, the
business manager, and Mrs. Stroud,
superintendent of nurses, with a
staff of three graduate nurses to
assist her.
In connection with the hospital
and adjoining it is the nurses' home,
in 1891 at a cost of $2,137. The
cornerstone being laid by the
Masons April 4, and on September
3, of the same year, it was opened
for patients with Mrs. O. H. Hall,
matron in charge.
The Greensboro Medical club
generously pledged the services of
its 12 members, three physicians
„ for each quarter of the fiscal year
to be in attendance. The funds
for this modest building of 10
rooms, were raised by the varied
efforts of the King's Daughters
and by subscription from the citizens, then numbering 5,000 souls.
The subscription list being headed
by three $100 checks, on down the
list to 50 cents. The furnishings
and linen were largely donations
from stores and homes.
The water main did not extend
as far as what, was then North
Greene street, now Battleground
avenue; so the water supply for
this hospital was gotten from a
well next door on the premises of
the Rev. John L. Michaux, D. D.
Without water, without trained
nurses, without experience on the
part of the devoted board of managers; but with a loving spirit of
service, the little hospital was
launched on its mission of mercy
After two years of troublous life,
on account of inadequate funds for
support, it was forced to close its
doors.
Though its life of service was
short, it proved a pioneer in good
works, and with its splendid spirit
as an inspiration, have grown to
large proportions, the hospitals of
Greensboro today.
\ The small fund left
of Greensboro and vicinity, for they
meant a hospital that would be
commensurate with the needs of
the community. The Sisters' of
Charity had secured a lot on Summit avenue, 632 feet front and 300
feet deep, for the hospital site. After the laying of the corner stone,
the work of building progressed
steadily to its finish.
St. Leo's was opened to patients
in 1905, a hospital thoroughly equipped with the latest and best surgical and medical appliances of that
day, with accomodations for sixty-
four patients. It
live when off duty.
There is no resident physician,
Peck, in charge, serving as nurse,
doctor, housekeeper and general
manager. Admirable was the work
done there during the snort while it
was open.
This little hospital was the first
step taken in Greensboro and Guilford county towards the relief of
those suffering from tuberculosis.
Now, the Guilford sanitorium stands
a splendid testimony to the work I
done by the committee of zealous j
men and women whose hearts were!
in the task of building a hospital in |
every way suited to this purpose.
County Sanitorium
In the fall of 1916 a meeting was
called by Caesar Cone, and held in j
the Elk's club, to consider the ques- \
tion of tuberculosis in the county
and to discuss ways and means for i
handling the same. Among those
present were Caesar Cone, Julius
Cone, E. P. Wharton, E. Stemberger,
W. C. Boren, C. H. Ireland, Thomas
R. Foust, Dr. William M. Jones, and
a few others whose names are not |
now recalled. After more or less
where the class of 28 student nurses j general discussi0n of what might
be done, etc., a committee was appointed to get information as to
but the hospital is open for the use i what was being done in ot;ner states.
of all physicians and surgeons mem- | Later tms committee reported that
bers of the Greensboro and Guilford i the plan as used in New York which -
County Medical society. Rarely is j had many county tubercular sanitor- ;
there an empty bed. | iums appeared more practical.
While the hospital is privately The first law passed by the legis-
owned, much charity is done there. ;j lature was not practical, so there
happy day that saw the opening of j
Maginn Sanitorium
The Magill Sanitorium was opened for the admittance of patients
April 1, 1916.
A modest frame building at 1011
Spring Garden street, but once with-
was a glad and m its doors, an air of good cheer
its doors.
Long Strides Made
Since 1905 long strides have been
made in scientific research, but St.
Leo's has kept the pace fixed by the
scientists and today is altogether
abreast of the times in its equipment and management; with accommodations for ninety-six private
patients, two women's wards, eight
beds each, one men's ward, eight
beds; one children's ward, twelve
beds; one colored ward for men,
three beds; one colored ward for
women, three beds. A handsome
nurses home has been erected, housing fifty-eight student nurses.
While owned and managed entirely by the Sisters' of Charity, it is
open to the patients of the phj'sic-
ians and surgeons of the medical societies of Greensboro and Guilford
county.
One must be a patient at St. Leo's
to appreciate the loving care and
ceaseless vigilance of the Sisters' Ma-
who watch over you.
The Reaves, Eye, Ear, Nose and
Throat Infirmary was established
P. Reaves on the '
greets you; and large sympathy. For
this sympathy, coupled with a
thorough knowledge of her profession, is a potent factor in Mrs. Ma-
gill's treatment of her patients;
those who have borne the heat and
burden of the day, and would fain
rest awhile.
The sanitorium has accommodations for eight persons.
It is owned and operated by Mrs.
j was a delay of a couple of years before they did get about what they
wanted.
Then arose the question of getting general interest aroused in the
proposition and raising funds for
erection, and taxes for mainten-;
ance. In the various women's or-
ganizations of the county each gave '
invaluable assistance, particularly
the district nurse and relief association which had a small home to
care for tuberculosis cases on Glen-
wood avenue near Lee street.
Directors Named
When the funds and taxes had
been raised, the board of county
commissioners appointed a board of
Laura B. Magill, assisted by Mrsv j directors who were to build and op
Bessie Blackwell m the culinary and erate the institution> The ^ani
housekeeping department; and by was as foUows: Jullus Cone chair.
Miss Bethel Field, a registered and man; j Eiwood CoX) Mrs; C- j.
[tents6."* nUrSe' m °are Pa" rTtastey, ^. James Dick of Gibson-
over after y, 1908 by Dr. w
Trinity Hospital
The Trinity hospital for negroes
was opened in 1918 by Dr. S. P. Sebastian, Dr. C. C. Stewart, and Dr.
Cordice, and closed when the L.
Richardson Memorial hospital was
opened. The latter hospital was
built at a cost of $150,000 and opened
The hospital contains
60 beds and is fully equipped for
operative work and X-rays.
The Nurses home was finished in
November, 1929, at a cost of $34,0 |