An unidentified man on stage speaking at the dedication of Methodist Hospital, which is still under construction. A crowd is gathered, including E. W. Bertner who is in the car next to the stage. Note on back reads, "dedication of Methodist Hospital." Image likely taken around the spring of 1950 based on the dress of the crowd. Dr. Bertner died in July 1950.

Hugh Roy Cullen on stage speaking at the dedication of Methodist Hospital, which is still under construction. A crowd is gathered, including E. W. Bertner who is in the car next to the stage. Note on back reads, "dedication of Methodist Hospital-- Bill in car on the side. Too ill to get out." Image likely taken around the spring of 1950 based on the dress of the crowd. Dr. Bertner died in July 1950.

A crowd assembled for the dedication of Methodist Hospital, which is still under construction. E. W. Bertner is seated in the car next to the stage. Image likely taken around the spring of 1950 based on the dress of the crowd. Dr. Bertner died in July 1950.

This Digital Audio Tape (DAT) contains an interview with Louis A. Faillace, MD, founding Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and onetime Acting Dean at the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. The interview took place on September 29, 1995. The interviewer is unnamed, and the recording runs 1:24:37.
(0:01) Louis A. Faillace, MD recounts being recruited to the faculty of the University of Texas Medical School in Houston by Dr. Cheves Smythe. He relays his emphasis on biological psychology. He highlights the opportunity he saw in building a new school of medicine, contrasted with the challenges he encountered. He discusses Hermann Hospital, Dr. Smythe, the recruitment of faculty—some of whom he deemed “tigers”—and local and state political structures impacting the school. He laments the passing of Frank Erwin, who he claims “protected” school and its interests.
(14:40) He discusses Cheves Smythe, Bob Tuttle and Roger Bulger. He also traces with the development of Psychiatry at UT Houston, including the acquisition of more beds and funding.
(17:09) He recounts Cheves Smythe’s removal.
(22:35) He discusses Bob Tuttle, the improved relationships across departments, and Truman Blocker’s tenure.
(24:45) He discusses teaching and students. He notes that teaching was emphasized in the Psychiatry Department and argues it should have been more central in the rest of the School. He also discusses funding, “power brokers,” Baylor, and UT’s place as the “new kid on the block.”
(28:27) He discusses Hermann Hospital and the scandal there. He mentions Bill Smith, the trustees, the private doctors there. He also returns to the topic of power structures in the city and disparities between UT and Baylor.
(31:53) He mentions Bob Tuttle’s departure. He discusses Ernst Knobil and Knobil’s recruitment by Roger Bulger.
(35:26) He recounts his role in establishing UT’s affiliations with Harris County Psychiatric Center and the Texas Research Institute of Mental Sciences (TRIMS). He states, “I got ‘em both. Nobody else…. They’re there because of one person, that’s me.” He describes political maneuverings with Governor Hobby, Roger Bulger, and the State Legislature.
(42:04 He goes into more detail relating his pursuit of TRIMS, later the UT Mental Sciences Institute. He references Gary Miller, Charlie Mullins, and Stella Mullins.
(52:10) He recounts his appointment and service as Acting Dean of the Medical School.
(1:04:00) He gives his account of the Hermann Hospital story. He details conflict among John Ribble and the Department Chairmen, and ultimately his own firing.
(1:12:32) He returns to his time as Acting Dean to detail efforts to establish an affiliation with Lyndon Banes Johnson Hospital.
(1:18:40) He offers his thoughts on the state of medical care, particularly with regards to psychiatry, including the influence of managed care.
(1:22:00) He reflects on the state of UT Medical School in Houston. He emphasizes his focus on being a teacher and clinician.

This 16mm color film with sound is titled, “George H. Hermann, The Man, His Gift, His Concern, His Legacy.” It is a biography of George H. Hermann, benefactor of Hermann Park, Hermann Hospital, and the Hermann Hospital Estate. The film primarily features narration over color drawings (still images, not animation). The opening and closing segments feature live moving images of contemporary Houston, notably Hermann Park and Hermann Hospital. It has a runtime of 23:30 minutes.

The film was produced by Hill Audio-Visual Productions Houston. The film states its copyright as 1983 by the Hermann Hospital Estate.

(0:27) Film opens on shots of Hermann Park as the narrator introduces George Hermann and his “concern.”

(1:20) Title card with text “George H. Hermann, The Man, His Gift, His Concern, His Legacy. Copyright 1983 Hermann Hospital Estate.”

(1:28) The biography of Hermann starts, beginning with his father John Hermann, who was born Switzerland and eventually moved to Houston.

(3:22) George Henry Hermann’s birth.

(3:40) Account of the Hermann family’s life and work in Houston.

(4:50) George Hermann’s service in Company A of the 26th Texas Calvary during the Civil War.

(5:30) Hermann’s return to Houston after the war, his work in a general store, and his initial work with cattle: “His holdings grew rapidly.”

(7:10) His courtship with Elizabeth Broussard, rejection, and bachelorhood.

(8:15) Hermann’s lifestyle, frugality, and business dealings.

(10:40) His friendships and attendance to the sick.

(11:19) His acquisition of land in Humble that would eventually yield oil and form the basis of the Humble Oil and Refining Company.

(12:24) Hermann’s vision for a charity hospital.

(13:18) A yearlong vacation through the South and East Coast, then Europe.

(14:22) His return to Houston and the creation of a city park on the site of his first home.

(17:14) His declining health and deeding over 285 acres for Hermann Park to the City of Houston.

(18:41) In August 1914 he traveled to Baltimore where he spent weeks in a hospital, then to Battle Creek, Michigan for mineral baths. Upon returning to Baltimore, a doctor found stomach cancer. Hermann died on October 21, 1914.

(20:04) Hermann’s funeral in Houston.

(21:44) As the film cuts to contemporary images of Houston, the narrator concludes by reflecting on Hermann and his relationship to the city of Houston.

This 16mm film is a color projection print with sound running 11:28 minutes. The film is targeted at Hermann Hospital employees, encouraging the to donate to the Hospital's fundraising campaign for the construction of a new pavilion.

(0:11) Film opens, “For More Than 100,000 Life Began at Hermann Hospital. For Countless Others, Life Was Given A Fresh, New Start.” Montage of Hermann Hospital scenes.

(0:45) Introduction by Steve Smith, reflecting on George Hemann’s dream and a list of “firsts” at Hermann Hospital.

(2:24) Ruth Anderson, 26 years of service – retired, reflects on changes and contributions.

(3:18) Smith speaks in front of the Roberton Pavilion.

(3:37) Pappy Selph, Cardiac Patient interview, fiddle playing.

(4:03) Smith introduces the proposed new pavilion.

(5:08) Bill McDonald, Vice-President & Chief Operating Officer highlights Hermann’s tradition and the value of the new facility.

(5:27) Lynn Walts, Vice-President of Operations, highlights the need for the new facility.

(5:55) Smith shares the plan for a renovated Roberts Pavilion.

(6:19) Walts continues discussing the vision for the new facility.

(6:33) Smith, standing beside the Life Flight Helicopter, shares the fundraising goal: $100 million dollars.

(6:50) A request for funds is targeted to Hermann employees, as images of employees working at Hermann are shown. The Employee Participation Plan is touted. Smith appears in the lobby/courtyard discussing the plan.

(8:13) Robert Creasy, MD, Chief of OB/GYN Services talks about the Employee Participation Plan.

(8:50) A new donor wall is highlighted.

(9:16) Smith appears by the statue of George Hermann in Hermann Park, extoling the importance of Hermann employees.

(9:30) Walter Mischer, Chairman of the Board/CEO, speaks about the value of employees.

(9:55) Pam MacFarland, 5 years of service, also speaks about Hermann employees.

(10:09) Freddie Knockless, 5 years of service, speaks about giving and about Hermann employees.

(10:22) Joe Escalante, 15 years of service, speaks about a premature baby’s birth at Hermann.

(10:36) Smith concludes the program from the Hermann courtyard. He reports that Hermann patients say “thank you,” as images of patients and staff are shown.

Hermann Hospital Life Flight helicopter at the Dunn Helistop. A person with a camera stands outside the helicopter's open door, while another is visible inside.

Texas Children's Hospital Foundation Trustees inspecting the site of the Children's Hospital and Research Institute in the Texas Medical Center. Left to right: Dr. John K. Glen; Dr. E. W. Bertner, President of the Texas Medical Center; Dr. David Greer, President of the Children's Foundation; Leopold L. Meyer, Treasurer of the Children's Foundation.

At The Institute for Rehabilitaion and Research Center for Speech and Hearing, a woman has a medical instrument covering her ears. A doctor adjusts a dial connected to the equipment. Photographer's number 65117-4.

Denton Cooley and an unidentified man shake hands in front of the sculpture "A Symbol of Excellence." This photograph may mark the dedication of the sculpture, which was originally installed in front of the entrance to the Texas Heart Institute at St. Luke's Epsicopal Hospital.

Shows the front exterior of the building and the paved entryway lined with saplings. A few cars are parked in parking spaces in front of the buildling. Accompanying description states, "From Dr. M. Desmond, 4/1/1997." Black-and-white print on cardstock measures 8" x 14".

Babies sit upright together on a rug with black puppies crawling on their legs. Reverse stamped "Mar 12 1 59 PM '55." Handwritten note on reverse "Conklin Triplets, born to John Conklin, Ped Resident." The triplets are likely Douglas Coleman, Barbara, and William Scott, Jr., born to William Scott Conkling, a resident of the Baylor College of Medicine Pediatric Program from 1953 to 1955.

In a hospital nursery a masked nurse holds a bottle up to an infant in an incubator whose head and torso are held up by the nurse's other hand. The nurses' arms are extended through ports in the incubator. Black-and-white photograph measures 8" x 10". Handwritten on reverse is "Oril" and "5." Stamped "Jan 22 7 17 PM '54." Stamped box shows "When wanted: Owl & Sunday, From: Bertelsen - Sanders, [Illegible] Chow Time - w/Sty."

Infant is supine on a blanket with hands on chest. Reverse stamped, "Medical Photograph Dept., Ben Taub General Hosp., Houston, Texas. File no. 60124-B. Date 3-31-60." Accompanying description identifies photograph as part of the Jefferson Davis Hospital Newborn Services morbidity study. Black-and-white photograph measures 5" x 7".

A newborn infant in supine position in an incubator has monitoring device placed on its chest. Umbilical stump is visible. Reverse stamped "Medical Photography Dept., Ben Taub General Hosp., Houston, Texas. File no. 63284, date 10-10-63." Accompanying description identifies photograph as part of the Jefferson Davis Hospital Newborn Services morbidity study. Black-and-white photograph measures 5" x 7".

Nurse holds up a clothed newborn to the glass panel of a door. Three people peer at the infant from the other side of the door. Accompanying description reads, "Unknown white male, 6# 0. Hosp #63265 or #63268, 3/1-3/11." Black-and-white photograph measures 8" x 10".

Infant and mother are seated on blanket placed on floor. Black-and-white photograph measures 4" x 5".

Nurse sits in a chair holding up an infant in an open blanket. The nurses' uniform shows the word "Jefferson," likely for Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston, Texas. The infant is wearing a shirt, cloth diaper, and ankle ID bracelet; the umbilical stump is visible above the diaper. Accompanying description reads, "Unknown white male, 6#-0. Hosp #63265 63268, 3/1-3/11." Black-and-white photograph measures 8" x 10".

Infant is seated upright on blanket placed on floor. Mother kneels behind infant and has hands around infant's waist while facing the photographer. Black-and-white photograph measures 4" x 5".

Infant is seated upright on blanket placed on floor. Mother kneels behind infant and looks down at infant while placing hands around infant's waist. Black-and-white photograph measures 4" x 5".

Nurse at far right identified as Pauline Drake, nursery supervisor at Jefferson Davis Hospital, Houston, Texas. Black-and-white photograph measures 5" x 7".

Accompanying correspondence from Dr. Reba Michels Hill to Dr. Desmond indicates photograph taken by Jim deLeon to document the closing of Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston, Texas, in 1989, and the move to Ben Taub Hospital. Color photograph measures 3 1/2" x 5".

Accompanying correspondence from Dr. Reba Michels Hill to Dr. Desmond indicates photograph taken by Jim deLeon to document the closing of Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston, Texas, in 1989, and the move to Ben Taub Hospital. Color photograph measures 3 1/2" x 5".

Accompanying correspondence from Dr. Reba Michels Hill to Dr. Desmond indicates photograph taken by Jim deLeon to document the closing of Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston, Texas, in 1989, and the move to Ben Taub Hospital. Color photograph measures 3 1/2" x 5".

Accompanying correspondence from Dr. Reba Michels Hill to Dr. Desmond indicates photograph taken by Jim deLeon to document the closing of Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston, Texas, in 1989, and the move to Ben Taub Hospital. Color photograph measures 3 1/2" x 5".

Accompanying correspondence from Dr. Reba Michels Hill to Dr. Desmond indicates photograph taken by Jim deLeon to document the closing of Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston, Texas, in 1989, and the move to Ben Taub Hospital. Color photograph measures 3 1/2" x 5".

Hospital staf members move a cart loaded with medical equipment to the amblance bay. Accompanying correspondence from Dr. Reba Michels Hill to Dr. Desmond indicates photograph taken by Jim deLeon to document the closing of Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston, Texas, in 1989, and the move to Ben Taub Hospital. Color photograph measures 3 1/2" x 5".

Accompanying correspondence from Dr. Reba Michels Hill to Dr. Desmond indicates photograph taken by Jim deLeon to document the closing of Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston, Texas, in 1989, and the move to Ben Taub Hospital. Color photograph measures 3 1/2" x 5".

An infant lies in an incubator in a hospital nursery while monitored by an adjacent polygraph machine. Black-and-white photograph measures 5" x 7". Reverse stamped "Medical Photography Dept., Ben Taub General Hosp., Houston, Texas. File no. 63284, date 10-10-63."

Accompanying correspondence from Dr. Reba Michels Hill to Dr. Desmond indicates photograph taken by Jim deLeon to document the closing of Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston, Texas, in 1989, and the move to Ben Taub Hospital. Color photograph measures 3 1/2" x 5".

Photograph from "Progress Report to the John A. Hartford Foundation, Inc., January 1, 1963 through December 31, 1963, Concerning 1) A Transitional Care Nursey 2) An Artificial Placenta" by the Departments of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Surgery, Baylor University College of Medicine. Caption begins, "Electrodes which facilitate the monitoring of the heart rate and respiratory rate through the impedance pneumogram..." Reverse stamped "Medical Photography Dept., Ben Taub General Hosp., Houston, Texas. File no. 63284, date 10-10-63."

Photograph from "Progress Report to the John A. Hartford Foundation, Inc., January 1, 1963 through December 31, 1963, Concerning 1) A Transitional Care Nursey 2) An Artificial Placenta" by the Departments of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Surgery, Baylor University College of Medicine. Caption reads "Monitoring of Electrocardiogram, Heart Rate and Respiratory Rate in an Infant under Study in The John A. Hartford Foundation, Inc. Transitional Care Nursery." Reverse stamped "Medical Photography Dept., Ben Taub General Hosp., Houston, Texas. File no. 63284, date 10-10-63."

Figures from "Progress Report to the John A. Hartford Foundation, Inc. Concerning 1) A Transitional Care Nursey 2) An Artificial Placenta" by the Departments of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Surgery, Baylor University College of Medicine. Figure IX shows infant aged twenty-four hours and experiencing respiratory distress. Figure X shows same infant at age one week.

Photograph from "Progress Report to the John A. Hartford Foundation, Inc., January 1, 1963 through December 31, 1963, Concerning 1) A Transitional Care Nursey 2) An Artificial Placenta" by the Departments of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Surgery, Baylor University College of Medicine. Caption reads "The John A. Hartford, Inc. Transitional Care Nursey, Jefferson Davis Hospital, Houston." Reverse stamped "Medical Photography Dept., Ben Taub General Hosp., Houston, Texas. File no. 63284, date 10-10-63."

Figures from "Progress Report to the John A. Hartford Foundation, Inc. Concerning 1) A Transitional Care Nursey 2) An Artificial Placenta" by the Departments of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Surgery, Baylor University College of Medicine. Figure VII shows infant two hours after birth and experiencing respiratory distress. Figure VIII shows same infant at age three days.

Figures from "Progress Report to the John A. Hartford Foundation, Inc. Concerning 1) A Transitional Care Nursey 2) An Artificial Placenta" by the Departments of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Surgery, Baylor University College of Medicine. Figure IV shows triplets two hours after birth. Figure V shows triplets at twenty-four hours of age.

Figure from "Progress Report to the John A. Hartford Foundation, Inc. Concerning 1) A Transitional Care Nursey 2) An Artificial Placenta" by the Departments of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Surgery, Baylor University College of Medicine. Figure shows twins, caption compares their body positions.

Figure from "Progress Report to the John A. Hartford Foundation, Inc. Concerning 1) A Transitional Care Nursey 2) An Artificial Placenta" by the Departments of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Surgery, Baylor University College of Medicine. Figure shows infant in isolette with electrodes applied to chest for recording of EKG.

Figures from "Progress Report to the John A. Hartford Foundation, Inc. Concerning 1) A Transitional Care Nursey 2) An Artificial Placenta" by the Departments of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Surgery, Baylor University College of Medicine. Figure I shows characteristic attitude of standard infant. Figure II demonstrates alerting behavior.

Nurses of the newborn and transitional care nurseries of the Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston, Texas stand outside the nurseries. Accompanying description identifies Mrs. Drake, Head Nurse, Newborn Services, sitting at desk. Helen Arnold (far left) and Pricilla (3rd from left) are of the Hartford Project. Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Gerard stand behind Mrs. Drake. Dr. Desmond notes "can not remember names 2nd & 4th nurses." Reverse stamped with "Medical Photographic Laboratory, Jefferson Davis Hospital, Houston, Texas. File no. 60236, date 7-28-60." Black-and-white photograph measures 5" x 7".

Three rows of Hartford Project staff members sit in auditorium seating. Accompanying description identifies 1st row: medical student, Mrs. Arnold, Pricilla, Mrs. Mitchell, lab tech., Dr. Reba Hill. 2nd row: M. Desmond, L.L. Hill, Bob Franklin, Bruce Green, M.S., John Rusk, M.S., James Watts, M.S. 3rd row: Dr. Sam Henle (surgeon) - 2 of his assistants. Reverse labeled "Hartford Project." Stamped with "Medical Photographic Laboratory, Jefferson Davis Hospital, Houston, Texas. File no. 6008-5-A, date 4-28-61." Black-and-white photograph measures 5" x 7".

Medical staff use stethoscope on held infant. Other infants are in incubators. Photograph taken for the Hartford Project. Reverse labeled "Transitional Care Nsy, Hartford Project." Stamped with "Medical Photography Dept., Ben Taub General Hosp., Houston, Texas. File no. 63284, date 10-10-63." Black-and-white photograph measures 5" x 7".

A hospital staff member uses equipment in the transitional care nursery. Photograph taken for the Hartford Project. Reverse labeled "Transitional Care Nsy, Hartford Project." Stamped with "Medical Photography Dept., Ben Taub General Hosp., Houston, Texas. File no. 63284, date 10-10-63." Black-and-white photograph measures 5" x 7".

Exterior shot of the maternity building of the Jefferson Davis Hospital campus. Hospital is visible in background, as well as cars in parking lot. Photograph taken for the Hartford Project. Reverse labeled "Maternity Annex JD." Stamped with "Medical Photography Dept., Ben Taub General Hosp., Houston, Texas. File no. 63284, date 10-10-63." Black-and-white photograph measures 5" x 7".

Four nurses stand at the end of a hallway. Photograph taken for the Hartford Project. Reverse labeled "JD Newborn Nsy in Annex, circa 1962." Stamped with "Medical Photography Dept., Ben Taub General Hosp., Houston, Texas. File no. 63284, date 10-10-63." Black-and-white photograph measures 5" x 7".

A fifteen page typed history of the newborn section in the Baylor College of Medicine Pediatrics department, from 1947 to 1969. Written by Dr. Murdina Desmond, it includes some of her personal history and identifies key personnel, such as Dr. Russell Blattner, Dr. Martha Yow, Dr. Arnold Jack Rudolph, Dr. Reba Hill, Dr. Rebecca Pineda, Dr. Geraldine Wilson.

A thank-you card from Pan American thanking the Dr. A. A. Mintz group for flying with them. Cover image is a color drawing of the continent of Asia. Inside the card is a black-and-white photograph of the group. Accompanying description identifies some individuals and that the trip was a "Pediatric Trip." Identified individuals are Dr. Buford Nichols, Veda Nichols, Dr. Catherine Roett, Dr. Aaron Mintz, Dr. Mary Ann South, Dr. Arnold Jack Rudolph, Dr. Russell Blattner, Dr. Leora Andrew, Dr. Tom Pruett, Dr. Plessala.

Accompanying description notes photograph had a paper frame with the text, "Dr. Seward Wills [sic], Chair OB Gyn BCM [Baylor College of Medicine], Dr. George Jordan," and an attached note, "I believe this picture was taken at Dr. Wills' retirement party at J.D. (Jefferson Davis) Hosp. circa 1970-71." Color photograph measures 5" x 7".

Faculty are identifed on reverse. Dated July 1, 1965 to July 1, 1966. Black-and-white photograph measures 8" x 10".

Faculty are identifed on reverse. Dated July 1, 1963 to July 1, 1964. Black-and-white photograph measures 8" x 10".

First row, left to right, Dr. Katherine Hsu, Dr. Donald Fernbach, Dr. Taylor, Dr. Russell Blattner, Dr. Florence Heys, Dr. Martha Yow, Dr. Murdina Desmond, unidentified. Black-and-white photograph measures 7 3/4" x 9 1/2" and is mounted on cardboard.

Reverse is labeled "file no. 6105-12, date Jan 3 1962," and stamped with "Department of Visual Education, Baylor University College of Medicine, 1200 M.D. Anderson Blvd., Houston, Texas." Dr. Taylor, Dr. Florence Heys, Dr. Murdina Desmond, Dr. Russell Blattner, Dr. Katherine Hsu, Dr. Chao stand center first row.

Reverse is labeled "file no. 6205-14, date 7-13-62," and stamped with "Department of Visual Education, Baylor University College of Medicine, 1200 M.D. Anderson Blvd., Houston, Texas." First row, left to right, Dr. Katherine Hsu, Dr. Chao, Dr. Florence Heys, Dr. Russell Blattner, Dr. Taylor, Dr. Donald Fernbach, Dr. Harrison, Dr. Murdina Desmond.

Dr. Florence Heys, Dr. Russell Blattner, Dr. Taylor sit center first row. Black-and-white photograph measures 8" x 10".

Dr. Taylor and Dr. Russell Blattner sit in center front row, Dr. Florence Heys sits end of first row, Dr. Murdina Desmond stands center second row. Black-and-white photograph measures 8" x 10".

Dr. Taylor and Dr. Russell Blattner sit in center front row, Dr. Florence Heys sits end of first row, Dr. Murdina Desmond stands center second row. Black-and-white photograph measures 8" x 10".

First row, left to right, unidentified, Dr. Florence Heys, Dr. Taylor, Dr. Russell Blattner, Dr. Murdina Desmond, unidentified, unidentified. Black-and-white photograph measures 8" x 10".

Front row, left to right, Dr. Russell Blattner, Dr. Florence Heys, Dr. Murdina Desmond. Back row, left to right, Dr. Stool, Dr. Taylor. Black-and-white photograph measures 5" x 7".

A lamp and window blinds are in the background of this black-and-white photograph measuring 3" x 4 1/4". Accompanying description indicates Dr. Heys was a member of the Department of Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine at the time of this photograph.

Black-and-white photograph of Dr. Yow sitting at a desk is inscribed with "to Ina, With Love, Martha." Measures 8" x 10".

A bookshelf and possibly some plants are visible in the background. This black-and-white photograph measures 3" x 4 1/4". Accompanying description indicates Dr. Heys was a member of the Department of Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine at the time of this photograph.

Transcript of a talk given by Dr. Desmond as Director of the Meyer Developmental Pediatrics Center at Texas Children's Hospital to the Parents of Prematures on February 3, 1978. Includes a question and answer session with attendees.

Dr. Desmond stands at a podium. Two photographs within one frame rest on the ground, leaning against the podium. This dedication took place April 24, 1992 in Houston, Texas. Black-and-white photograph measures 4 1/2" x 6 1/2". Accompanied by a speech and letter written by Dr. Reba Michels Hill.

Dr. Reba Michels Hill holds two photographs within one frame - one is of Dr. Desmond, the other of the transitional care nursery team. Dr. Desmond holds a plaque. Dedication took place April 24, 1992 in Houston, Texas. Black-and-white photograph measures 4 1/2" x 6 1/2". Accompanied by a speech and letter written by Dr. Reba Michels Hill.

Left to right, Dr. Russell Blattner, Dr. Arnold Jack Rudolph, Dr. Murdina Desmond, unidentified, unidentified. Dedication took place April 24, 1992 in Houston, Texas. Black-and-white photograph measures 4 1/2" x 6 1/2". Accompanied by a speech and letter written by Dr. Reba Michels Hill.

Left to right, Dr. Reba Michels Hill, Dr. Russell Blattner, Dr. Arnold Jack Rudolph, Dr. Murdina Desmond. Dedication took place April 24,1992 in Houston, Texas. Black-and-white photograph measures 4 1/2" x 6 1/2". Accompanied by a speech and letter written by Dr. Reba Michels Hill.

An accompanying letter to Dr. Desmond from Dr. Martin Yudovich identifies parents Martin and Denise Yudovich and their children Monica, Dana, and Alex, in this 3 1/2" x 5" color photograph taken in a domestic setting.

Rev. Margaret Desmond, Dr. Desmond's daughter, holds a black-and-white photograph in her hand while at Dr. Desmond's retirement luncheon at the Houston Marriott Medical Center hotel. This color photograph measures 3 1/2" x 5". Reverse shows Kodak Colorwatch System logo and a stamped date of "Dec 86."

Mary MacFarquhar (in red coat), Dr. Desmond's sister, stands with Kay Williamson at Dr. Desmond's retirement luncheon at the Houston Marriott Medical Center hotel in this color photograph measuring 3 1/2" x 5". Reverse shows Kodak Colorwatch System logo and a stamped date of "Dec 86."

Dr. Daeschner speaks from the podium at Dr. Desmond's retirement luncheon at the Houston Marriott Medical Center hotel. Flower arrangements are placed by the podium and a chandelier is visible in the background in this color photograph measuring 3 1/2" x 5". Reverse shows Kodak Colorwatch System logo and a stamped date of "Dec 86."

Dr. Lifschitz speaks from the podium at Dr. Desmond's retirement luncheon at the Houston Marriott Medical Center hotel. Flower arrangements are placed by the podium and a chandelier is visible in the background in this color photograph measuring 3 1/2" x 5". Reverse shows Kodak Colorwatch System logo and a stamped date of "Dec 86."

The trio of doctors stand together at Dr. Desmond's retirement luncheon at the Houston Marriott Medical Center hotel. This color photograph measures 3 1/2" x 5". Reverse shows Kodak Colorwatch System logo and a stamped date of "Dec 86."

Dr. Robert M. Voelker stands at the podium while speaking at Dr. Desmond's retirement luncheon at the Houston Marriott Medical Center hotel. This color photograph measures 3 1/2" x 5". Reverse shows Kodak Colorwatch System logo and a stamped date of "Dec 86."

Dr. L. Stanley James stands at the podium while speaking at Dr. Desmond's retirement luncheon at the Houston Marriott Medical Center hotel. This color photograph measures 3 1/2" x 5". Reverse shows Kodak Colorwatch System logo and a stamped date of "Dec 86."