From the Richmond Whig, 12/3/1862, p. 2, c. 6
THE ROBINSON HOSPITAL. - The
Richmond correspondent of the Charleston Mercury says the good behavior of the
men who are sent to private hospitals speaks well for the character of the
Southern soldier. At the Robinson Hospital, superintended by ladies alone, their
conduct is the theme of much praise. As soon as they arrive, they are sent to an
upper room, male servants follow with buckets of warm water, their old clothes
are removed and thrown into the yard to be washed, a thorough bathing ensues,
they are clad from top to toe in clean garments, and are then called to the
dining-room. The hospital is often in charge of a solitary young lady, who reads
prayers to the men every morning, while they sit in attentive silence. Their
native disposition is shown, not only in their respectful demeanor and ready
obedience to the regulations of the establishment and the commands of the
ladies, but in many little acts of courtesy, which would hardly be expected of a
private - Their gratitude for the kind treatment they receive is frequently very
touching.
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