1852 May 11 . V. R. Shield autograph letter signed to [Francis T.] Stribling; Hampton, Virginia.
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Box 73, Small Collections, Folders 30-31
Respecting the case of George Hope. He suffered from melancholia, moved, and became worse. Hope's brother wishes to commit him to Dr. Stribling's care, "if you have a vacant cell." Age 25 years, income of $300-400 per year. Hope's mind is particularly "deranged" respecting religion.