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Other Aspects of the Asylum

Patients Putting on a Play, Long Island State Hospital

Patients Putting on a Play, Long Island State Hospital

Though Dr. Harry Hummer failed in many important areas when it came to providing care to his patients, he did try to provide occupations for the patients who wanted to be active. Some letters from patients to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs speak of being grateful for chores because being busy helped pass the time. Continue reading