Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This series consists of daily reports of assistant physicians of the State Lunatic Asylum (later Utica State Hospital) to the medical superintendent. Statistical information is given by department for capacity; census; patient activity (in bed; idle, employed, attending entertainment, etc.); patients on parole; and attendants on duty, sick or on vacation. Remarks include admissions, paroles, discharges, deaths, escapes, transfers, sickness, accidents, special treatments and operations, recreation, complaints against employees/food. Most reports are for male patients. Records are restricted.
Creator:
Title:
Physician's daily reports
Quantity:

0.6 cubic feet

5 volumes

Inclusive Dates:
1885-1902
Series Number:
B1541