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SUBSERIES 1: A14ACTING PERSONNEL DESIGNATIONNOT AVAILABLE

SUBSERIES 2: A16ADVISORY BOARD ON NATIONAL PARKS, HISTORIC SITES, BUILDINGS and MONUMENTS

SUB-SUBSERIES 2.1: A1615 ORGANIZATIONNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 2.2: A1619 MEETINGS, RECOMMENDATIONS, APPOINTMENTSFILE A1619.1987-1989: ARKANSAS GOVERNOR'S ADVISORY COMMISSION - HOSP

29 JANUARY 1987 - 20 OCTOBER 198910 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding Advisory Commission meetings; budget; Flood Control Committee meetings for HSNP; National Parks and Conservation Newsletter, with copy of newsletter

FILE A1619.1985-1986: ARKANSAS GOVERNOR'S ADVISORY COMMISSION - HOSP

07 NOVEMBER 1985 - 28 OCTOBER 1986 25 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A1619.1985-1986.1: 25/02/86 - 28/10/861. Correspondence regarding Ranger Protection Services; Governor's

Advisory Commission meetings, agendas, synopsis and goals for funding and AD HOC Committee, formation of the HSNP Commission; visit of the Director of the NPS, Director Mott

2. Newspaper clippings regarding Melvyn Bell's leases for the bathhouses; visitor increase to the National Park; Governor Clinton's naming of 13 to the Commission

Subfile A1619.1985-1986.2: 07/11/85 - 13/02/861. Correspondence regarding funding for the rehabilitation of the Fordyce;

the visit of Sandy Walters, Superintendent of Lowell National Historic Park, Lowell, MA; proposed franchise fee for the Hot Springs Tower; formation of the Governor's Advisory Commission on HSNP with newspaper article

FILE A1619.1987-1988: ADVISORY BOARDS ON NATIONAL PARK

13 MARCH 1987 - 05 FEBRUARY 198807 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding flood control in Hot Springs National Park; funding for the Fordyce's rehabilitation; "National Parks" magazine

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FILE A1619.1984-1986: ADVISORY BOARDS ON NATIONAL PARK

26 OCTOBER 1984 - 16 DECEMBER 198608 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding nominations to the NPS Advisory Board; NPS Advisory Board's study of "Overcrowding" in the parks, with questionnaire

SUBSERIES 3: A18 ADVISORY BOARDS, FIELD, GROUPSSUB-SUBSERIES 3.1: A18[01] FEDERAL REGISTRATION BOARD

FILE A18]01].1976-1977: FEDERAL REGISTRATION BOARD (FRB)

21 JANUARY 1943 - 18 NOVEMBER 1977

107 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILESSubfile A18[01].1976-1977.1: 02/11/57 - 11/18/77

1. Bathhouse regulation revision, 19772. Appointments, terminations, personnel action request of members of the

HSNP FRB3. Correspondence regarding approval and acceptance of appointments

from Washington, D.C. and the doctors themselvesSubfile A18[01].1976-1977.2: 05/31/41 - 04/12/77

1. Correspondence regarding appointment of Dr. Ely Driver Roland the Federal Registration Board due to the death of Dr. Louie G. Martin; appointment of and death of Dr. Louie G. Martin, including a copy of a letter from J. Edgar Hoover, F.B.I, regarding Dr. Martin's fingerprints

2. Possible abolition of the Federal Registration Board and the Examining Board for Technicians, 12 APR 1977

3. Revision and rewritten regulations for Bathhouses (continued in next subfile)

Subfile A18[01].1976-1977.3: 03/06/62 - 06/30/771. Analysis of options for dealing with the Federal Registration Board and the

Examining Board, charters for the two Boards3. Correspondence regarding abolition of the Examining Board and rerouting

their responsibility, 09 JAN 19774. Redraft of the statement of Requirements for Technicians, 06 MAR 1962

Subfile A18[01]1976-1977.4:1. Opinions on Advisory Boards2. Minutes from FRB and Examining Board meetings3. Revision of the Bathhouse regulations4. Proposed amendments to Federal Regulations and Rules concerning use

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of pools5. Additions to the Registered Physicians List (Registered Physicians’ List)

FILE A18[01].1963-1975: FEDERAL REGISTRATION BOARD (FRB)

27 JANUARY 1963 - 21 NOVEMBER 1975

178 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILESSubfile A18[01].1963-1975.1: 12/21/70 - 11/21/75

1. Correspondence regarding minutes of Advisory Boards; proposed amendments to Federal Regulations, 20 OCT 1974-04 MAR 1975; FRB and other Advisory Boards, current members; jurisdiction

2. Removals and additions to the Registered Physicians List3. Correspondence and resolution regarding Dr. Charles E. Garrett's death

4. Appreciation letters to Drs. who have practiced in Hot Springs for more than 50 years.

Subfile A18[01].1963-1975.2: 29/01/69 - 04/01/711. Correspondence regarding approval of Dr. Ely D. Rowland as a member

of the Federal Registration Board; examination papers for the Federal Registration Board and the Registered Physicians’ List

2. Additions to the Registered Physicians List 3. Survey of the Physicians who use the thermal water and to what extent bathhouses,

Libbey Memorial PMC, and Health Services, INC., 01 SEPT 1969 - 31 DEC 1969Subfile A18[01].1963-1975.3: 06/02/67 - 08/31/69

1. Statistics compiled for previous survey, 01 JUL - 31 AUG 19692. Correspondence regarding examination papers from possible candidates

for the Registered Physicians’ List; Michael LeRoy's complaint against Dr. C.W. Parkerson

3. Pamphlet and letter by Italian physician Dr. Adriano Rolandi, inquiring about the baths

Subfile A18[01].1963-1975.4: 01/25/66 - 05/31/671. Complaint of Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy against Dr. C.W. Parkerson 2. New release concerning Dr. Richard F. Graham appointment to the

Federal Registration Board, newspaper clipping3. General informational requests from outside the park and the NPS4. Correspondence regarding examination papers of prospective candidates

for the Registered Physicians’ List; resignation and death of Dr. A.H. Tribble5. Resignation of Dr. Charles Garrett and subsequent correspondence, 21

FEB 1967Subfile A18[01].1963-1975.5: 01/22/63 - 01/25/66

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding examination papers of prospective candidates for the Registered Physicians’ List; bath prescription procedures and revisions of such; physicians participation in the indigent bathing

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program2. Application and references on Dr. L.R. Warford, prospective candidate for

the Federal Registration Board 3. Resolution from the Federal Registration Board regarding the death of

Superintendent Robert AtkinsonFILE A18[01].1953-1962: FEDERAL REGISTRATION BOARD (FRB)

22 JANUARY 1953 - 31 DECEMBER 1962


1. Correspondence regarding bath procedures for both standard conditions and unusual circumstances; PMC problems with incorrect diagnosis and verbal prescriptions from Doctors; advertising for HSNP pertaining to the Arlington Hotel; experimental baths taken by Superintendent H.R. Gregg, with reports on procedures

Subfile A18[01].1953-1962.2: 28/01/61 - 22/08/621. "Do's and Don'ts" for bathers, 22 AUG 19622. Correspondence regarding an American Society of Hydrology meeting;

guidelines for whirlpool tubs in bathhouses and general guidelines; use of sunlamps in the Majestic Hotel; examination papers of prospective candidates for the Registered Physicians’ List; survey of doctors who do and those who do not prescribe the thermal water; a comprehensive study of the Bathhouses and the Physical Medicine Center (PMC)

3. Literature and correspondence regarding the Diapulse machine Subfile A18[01].1953-1962.3: 31/10/61 - 12/02/62

1. Article on massage 2. Correspondence regarding prescription practices

3. Paper "Coordination of Hydrotherapy Services and Medical Practice at Hot Spring National Park, Arkansas," read at the annual meeting of the Assoc. of American Spas in Hollywood Beach, FL. by C.M. King, on the behalf of Superintendent H.R. Gregg

4. Motion by Dr. Eisele placing the Federal Registration Board on record that the use of the thermal water in hotel guestroom tubs without trained supervision is an unsound practice, NOV 1961, with related correspondence

5. Views on BH stock ownership or control by physicians by the members of the Federal Registration Board

Subfile A18[01].1953-1962.4: 25/11/59 - 22/08/611. Change to regulation regarding announcements in

newspapers/periodicals about return/absence from office for physicians, can not run longer than 7 days

2. Changes in the bathing directions, entitled "Hydrotherapy Treatments"3. Transmittal of exams from applicants for the Registered Physicians List4. Correspondence regarding the amount of water to be given and when it

should be given to the bather, refers to drinking the water; exhibit explaining what the 4

Federal Registration Board does5. SEPARATION: Photos of the Federal Registration Board, 02 APR 1961

LOCATION: CURATORIAL, HOSP 6376 A AND B6. Acceptance of the resignation of Dr. George Fletcher by the Federal

Registration Board, with letters of appreciation his for 27 years serviceSubfile A18[01].1953-1962.5: 22/01/53 - 07/11/59

1. Changes in the bathing direction due to the appointment of special committees appointed by the Garland County Medical Society (GCMS)

2. Transmittal of exams of applicants for the Registered Physicians’ List, with communication of grades to the applicants

3. Amendment to Part I of Rules and Regulations of the NPS, BH Regulations Hot Springs National Park regarding Use and Waste of Water, 13 JUL 1955, with correspondence - 18 JUN 1955

4. Personnel Action Request, appointment and termination of Col. Charles T. Young5.Personnel action requests, termination of Col. Horace S. Villars

6. Registered Physicians List, 20 APR 1955FILE A18[01].1934-1952: FEDERAL REGISTRATION BOARD (FRB)

05 FEBRUARY 1934 - 19 DECEMBER 1952

220 ITEMS IN SIX SUBFILESSubfile A18[01].1934-1952.1: 22/03/51 - 19/12/52

1. Correspondence regarding outcome of examinations2. Transmittal of examination papers3. Requests and notifications of personnel actions to the Federal

Registration Board: appt. of Col. Young, 16 JAN 1953; appointment of Col. Villars, 09 NOV 1950 and termination 30 JUN 1952

Subfile A18[01].1934-1952.2: 19/11/46 - 24/11/501. Correspondence regarding appt. of Col. Horace S. Villars to the Federal

Registration Board loyalty investigation, Oath of Office2. Transmittal of examination papers 3. Correspondence regarding appointment of Col. Lehman to the Federal

Registration Board, 19 NOV 1946; termination of Col. Lehman as of 15 FEB 19504. Memorandum to all BH managers and registered physicians, 25 NOV

1938, sent by Superintendent Libbey regarding how the baths are given5. Termination correspondence of Col. Upshur to the Federal Registration

Board, 06 NOV 1946Subfile A18[01].1934-1952.3: 06/02/42 -14/10/46

1. Personnel proposal - appointment of Col. Asa M. Lehman to the Federal Registration Board and

2. Appointment and termination of Col. Alfred P. Upshur: appointment effective 16 MAR 1946 and termination effective 14 OCT 1946

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3. Creation of another seat to the Federal Registration Board 4. Termination of accepted appointment of Brigadier General Goldthwaite

from the Federal Registration Board, 15 MAR 19465. Correspondence related to the death of Dr. Ellis

Subfile A18[01].1934-1952.4: 15/05/39 - 03/02/421. Notice of Meetings for the Federal Registration Board2. Correspondence regarding Col. Ralph H. Goldthwaite's appointment to

the Federal Registration Board, 10 JAN 1941, due to the death of Col. Daniel W. Harmon; Col. Daniel W. Harmon's appointment to the Federal Registration Board due to the retirement of Col. William H. Moncrief

3. Termination papers of Col. William H. Moncrief, effective 28 APR 19394. Transmittal of examination papers

Subfile A18[01].1934-1952.5: 20/02/37 - 13/05/391. Correspondence and memorandums regarding acceptance of appt. by

Col. Harmon to the Federal Registration Board; Maurice BH requesting approval of new pool equipment for underwater therapy; case of Mr. Brendine and the question of rules to recommending physicians; legal matters, changes in the prescription fee; financial audits; electrical therapy within the bathhouses as to acceptability

2. Registered Physicians List - 11 AUG 1937Subfile A18[01].1934-1952.6: 03/02/34 - 22/12/36

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the character of Dr. Grace Scott Stevens and the practice of Dr. Stevens in Hot Springs; BH attendants being lax in their observance of prescription; minutes of meetings, rules and regulations, information requests, holiday wishes

2. Appointment of Lt. Col. Sheep and Col. Moncrief to the Federal Registration Board


18 JANUARY 1916 - 6 SEPTEMBER 1933


1. Brief history of the Federal Registration Board, 14 MAY 1903 - 06 MAR 1933

2. Correspondence regarding reorganization of the Federal Registration Board; appointment of Drs. Fletcher and Blackshare; termination of Dr. G. L. Collinges

3. Resignation of Dr. William H. Deaderick, 17 JAN 1932, w/ related correspondence

4. Appointment to the Federal Registration Board of Col. James D. Fife, effective 11 JAN 11, 1932

5. Appointment to the Federal Registration Board of Lt. Col. William Denton, effective 29 JUL 1932

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Subfile A18[01].1916-1933.2: 29/09/27 - 02/07/321. Copy of Congressional Record, Friday, 19 APR 1932

- Speech given by Senator Royal S. Copeland, of NY, entitled The Centenary of American Radioactive Spa, Hot Springs, Arkansas2. Appointment of Col. Shook to the Federal Registration Board, effective 27

OCT 19313. Rules and regulations of Hot Springs National Park, 21 April 19314. Correspondence regarding possible reorganization of the Federal

Registration Board; appointment of Col. Lyster to the Federal Registration Board, effective 12 MAY 1930; Drs. Fletcher and McLane's exemption from the annual payment of registration fee of $60.00

5. Copy of correspondence to the Director from the Federal Registration Board regarding Col. John R. Fordyce's desire to install additional pool in his bathhouse, 24 SEPT 1930

Subfile A18[01].1916-1933.3: 14/03/25 - 06/09/271. Correspondence regarding FRB meeting, 06 SEPT 1927; amendments

and clarifications of regulations; the case of Dr. J. A. Christian, allegedly is not allowed to prescribe the waters by the Federal Registration Board; the standing of MO. Medical Schools; the appointment of Col. Patterson to the Federal Registration Board

2. Registered Physicians List, 11 JUL 19253. Request to local doctors by the Federal Registration Board for exam

questions to the Registered Physicians’ List ExaminationsSubfile A18[01].1916-1933.4: 23/07/18 - 14/03/25

1. Correspondence regarding examination questions due by physicians and the problem of giving information out about the doctors on the Registered Physicians’ List; Dr. Tribble's leave of absence from the Federal Registration Board due to his acceptance of commission as Capt. of the Medical Department in the Army, 31 OCT 1918

2. Amendments to the Rules and Regulations of the Federal Registration Board

3. Additions to the Registered Physicians ListSubfile A18[01].1916-1933.5: 18/01/16 - 23/07/18

1. Additions to the Registered Physicians List2. Correspondence regarding drumming in HSNP, 18 JAN 1918, restoration

of ex-drumming doctors to the Registered Physicians’ List, 19 JAN 1918; Board members and activities; information requests of prospective candidates for the Registered Physicians’ List

3. Correspondence from Stephen Mather to Dr. Parks designating Drs. Ellis, Tribble and Deaderick as a board to pass upon the qualifications of other physicians


22 MAY 1911 - 30 SEPTEMBER

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1915137 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile A18[01].1911-1915.1: 08/08/13 - 30/09/151. Correspondence regarding examination for physicians in order to

prescribe the baths; eligibility for registration; resignation of FRB all members, OCT 1914; reorganization of the Federal Registration Board

Subfile A18[01].1911-1915.2: 20/09/12 - 13/08/131. Federal Registration Board meeting notices, rules and amendments to the

rules2. Correspondence regarding election of officers; examination for application

for registrationSubfile A18[01].1911-1915.3: 28/08/11 - 19/09/12

1. Correspondence regarding rule amendments; electric and homeopathy medical schools recognized by the Federal Registration Board; suppression of drumming by the AR Medical Board; exam dates and approval of changes

Subfile A18[01].1911-1915.4: 22/05/11 - 26/08/111. Correspondence regarding amendments to the rules; prosecution of

physicians guilty of drumming; information and applications of prospective candidates for registration on the Registered Physicians’ List and examination dates; election and approval of officers


27 MARCH 1903 - 23 MAY 1911133 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile A18[01].1903-1910.1: 25/01/11 - 26/05/111. Applications for the Registered Physicians List2. Correspondence between the Department of the Interior, the Federal

Registration Board and the Superintendent of the Reservation regarding changes in the applications for registration

3. Amendments to the rules 4. Copy of the rules and regulations for the bathhouses receiving the hot

water, 29 DEC 1909Subfile A18[01].1903-1910.2: 15/07/10 - 24/01/11

1. Changes and amendments to the rules and regulations of the Federal Registration Board

2. Correspondence between Secretary of the Interior, the Federal Registration Board, and the Superintendent of the Reservation regarding the case of Abner H. Cook

3. Correspondence between the Secretary of the Interior and the Federal Registration Board regarding terms ending and appointments for the Board

Subfile A18[01].1903-1910.3: 10/07/09 - 29/06/10 1. Rules adopted by the Federal Registration Board, 11 JUN 1910

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2. List of approved/accepted Medical Colleges outside Illinois3. Additions to the Registered Physicians List4. Appointment of Dr. Charles Drake to the Federal Registration Board 5. Reorganization of the Federal Registration Board, APR 19106. Changes/amendments to the organization of the Federal Registration

Board and the rule of the BoardSubfile A18[01].1903-1910.4: 27/03/03 - 08/07/09

1. Resignation of Mr. Charles D. Greaves from the Federal Registration Board

2. Correspondence between the Secretary of the Interior and the Superintendent of the Reservation regarding: doctors who have left the city and/or state, have been removed from the Registered Physicians’ List and then return to Hot Springs and request restoration of their name to the Registered Physicians List, resignation and appointments to the Federal Registration Board and the investigations of the character of applicants for the Registered Physicians’ List

3. Resignation of Dr. W.H. Barry and the appointment of Dr. J.W. McClendon from/to the Federal Registration Board

4. Additions to the Registered Physicians ListSUB-SUBSERIES 3.2 A18[02] EXAMINING BOARD FOR TECHNICIANS

FILE A18[02].1944-1977: EXAMINING BOARD FOR TECHNICIANS

12 FEBRUARY 1944 - 22 NOVEMBER 1977

222 ITEMS IN SIX SUBFILES Subfile A18[02].1944-1977.1: 23/07/75 - 22/11/77

1. Advisory committees 2. Personnel actions for terminations from the Examining Board for

Technicians 3. Appointment affidavits, declaration of appointee

Subfile A18[02].1944-1977.2: 06/03/75 - 23/07/75 1. Notifications of personnel actions, terminations2. Applications for Federal Employment3. Correspondence regarding the death of Fred Farmere, 07 JUN 1976

Subfile A18[02].1944-1977.3: 08/10/72 - 01/01/76 1. Report on the Advisory committee at Hot Springs National Park2. Correspondence regarding renewal of NPS Advisory committees;

training of technicians; BH Assoc. to the Superintendent regarding amending the regulations governing the bathhouses

3. Meeting announcements and minutes of those meetings; correspondence regarding employees and students in bathhouses as masseurs w/o proper supervision or education

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Subfile A18[02].1944-1977.4: 23/09/68 - 02/11/76 1. Advisory Board membership list for 1975 and reports2. Correspondence between the Superintendent and Fred Farmere

regarding examination papers of candidates for the Libbey PMC for aids and technicians

3. Meeting announcements and minutes from the meetings4. Appointment papers

Subfile A18[02].1944-1977.5: 30/04/62 - 20/09/681. Technicians examination correspondence 2. Notice of meetings and studies available 3. Correspondence regarding minutes of the Examining Board for

Technicians 4. Appointments to the Examining Board for Technicians

Subfile A18[02].1944-1977.6: 12/02/44 - 06/04/621. Act approved 16 FEB 1953 regarding the practice of Physical Therapy2. Requirements for Technicians 3. Correspondence regarding the Asst. Superintendent inspection of three

spa establishment in Hollywood Beach, Florida4. Transmittal of examination papers

SUB-SUBSERIES 3.3: A18[03] REGISTERED PHYSICIANSFILE A18[03].1933-1956: REGISTERED PHYSICIANS

07 FEBRUARY 1933 - 4 JANUARY 1956

238 ITEMS IN SIX SUBFILES Subfile A18[03].1933-1956.1: 25/01/46 - 04/01/56

1. Memorandums and regulations governing bathhouse operations, 04 JAN 1956

2. Correspondence regarding qualifications for the Registered Physicians’ List; employment, exam papers and dates

3. Registered Physicians List: 05 OCT 1942; 08 AUG 1947; 15 DEC 1950; 01 MAY 1952

Subfile A18[03].1933-1956.2: 17/04/41 - 25/01/46 1. Correspondence regarding Medical Officers at the Army-Navy Hospital;

applications for registration, Physicians fees, examination papers, and amendments to the regulations; the registration of Dr. Earl Parsons, Jr.

2. Arthritis Report from Dr. Fred G. Leighty, Registered ChiropodistSubfile A18[03].1933-1956.3: 24/01/39 - 16/04/41

1. Correspondence regarding appointments to and restoration of physicians to the Registered Physicians’ List; general request of the physicians as to how they are listed on the List; examination papers

2. Registered Physicians List: FEB-AUG 1939 10

3. Memorandums regarding Underwater Therapy: - Cooperation between BH and physician, Visitor Bulletin,

Memo #99, 30 AUG 1939- Underwater Therapy, 30 MAR 1939

Subfile A18[03].1933-1956.4: 29/11/38 - 13/02/391. Correspondence from Superintendent Patraw to Registered Physicians

regarding how the physicians wish to listed and the different views as to how they should be listed

2. Registered Physicians List, 13 MAY 19383. Memorandum pertaining to an investigation of the "Keeley Institute", from

Asst. Superintendent G.C. Bolten, 06 JAN 1939Subfile A18[03].1933-1956.5: 13/06/36 - 16/02/39

1. Correspondence regarding the discontinuation of listing Medical officers of the Army-Navy Hospital on the Registered Physicians’ List; how to list the physicians; applications from registration, examination dates, procedures

2. Correspondence to the Director of NPS regarding a bill that authorizes the refund of certain funds collected from physicians for the privilege of prescribing the thermal water, 11 SEPT 1937;

3. Correspondence to the Director of NPS regarding charges and hearings against four Hot Springs Registered Physicians charged with soliciting business in violation of Park regulations, drumming, 19 JUL 1934

Subfile A18[03].1933-1956.6: 07/02/33 - 12/06/361. References for prospective candidates for the Registered Physicians List2. Applications for registration 3. Registered Physicians List, 01 DEC 1932

FILE A18[03].1925-1932: REGISTERED PHYSICIANS 03 MARCH 1925 - 23 DECEMBER

1932212 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile A18[03].1925-1932.1: 02/09/31 - 23/12/321. Correspondence regarding changes, classifications of physicians on the

Registered Physicians’ List; ; amendments/changes to the rules of the Federal Registration Board; exam dates, applications for registration, recommendations for applicants

2. Correspondence to the Director of NPS about the case of Dr. Burgess, 01 JUN 1932

3. Registered Physicians List, 31 JAN 1931Subfile A18[03].1925-1932.2: 29/01/29 - 22/06/31

1. Correspondence regarding applications for examinations, information on exam dates, eligibility; Public Act #771 and privilege fees; meetings of the Federal Registration Board

2. Recommendations for applicants

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Subfile A18[03].1925-1932.3: 24/01/28 - 25/01/291. Correspondence regarding additions and deletions from the Registered

Physicians’ List; eligibility and exams for registration; repeal of annual privilege tax; Levi Hospital tax exemption

2. Registered Physicians List, 02 June 1930, w/ Registered Physicians’ List from the Army-Navy Hospital

3. Letter from the Secretary of the Interior stating that the privilege tax remains in effect, 15 MAR 1928

Subfile A18[03].1925-1932.4: 3/5/27 - 1/19/281. Correspondence regarding physicians list; the privilege tax; amendments to the rules

and regulations of the Federal Registration Board; examination dates, information and requirements

2. Applications for Registration and recommendations for applicantsSubfile A18[03].1925-1932.5: 3/3/25 - 3/5/27

1. Correspondence regarding doctors recommended for the Registered Physicians’ List; information requests pertaining to the rules, regulations, examination fees and dates

2. Changes to the Registered Physicians List, reclassification of specialties3. Announcements of changes in the rules and regulations of the Federal

Registration Board4. Application and recommendations for prospective candidates for

registration5. Memorandum for Dr. West, subject: classification of physicians in the Hot

Springs Reservation, Arkansas, 30 JUL 1925FILE A18[03].1915-1924: REGISTERED PHYSICIANS

07 JUNE 1915 - 15 DECEMBER 1924


1. Correspondence regarding waving the registration fee for physicians who were World War veterans; applications for registration, examination papers and scores, dates and fees; the deaths of Registered Physicians; additions to the Registered Physicians’ List

2. Rules and regulations for registration3. Registered Physicians List, NOV 19244. Letter to Dr. C.H. Waring, Superintendent of the Govt. Reservation, from

the GCMS concerning the 80% of people who do not seek/receive advice from a doctor before beginning the baths, 16 JAN 1923

Subfile A18[03].1915-1924.2: 4/14/21 - 7/5/221. Correspondence regarding water license for registered physicians,

privilege tax; rules and regulations of the Park; Registered Physicians’ List; information requests for exam dates, fees and registration; scores and outcomes

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2. Registered Physicians List of January 19223. Applications for registration

Subfile A18[03].1915-1924.3: 07/10/19 - 04/13/211. Correspondence regarding information requests for requirements for

eligibility to prescribe the baths, exam dates and fees, applications for registration; amendments to the rules and regulation of the Federal Registration Board; additions to Registered Physicians’ List, due to exam grades; adding physicians to the Registered Physicians’ List without taking the exams due to being officers at the Army-Navy Hospital

2. Recommendations for prospective physicians3. Registered Physicians List for October of 1919 and 1920

Subfile A18[03].1915-1924.4: 06/07/15 - 07/07/191. Correspondence regarding recommendations to the Registered

Physicians’ List due to exam scores; additions to the Registered Physicians’ List without examination for military personnel; printing copies of the Registered Physicians’ List on cardboard for distribution in Hot Springs; information request for registration requirements

2. Registered Physicians List as of April 1919 FILE A18[03].1904-1911: APPLICATIONS FOR MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS TO BE REGISTERED PHYSICIANS (A-Y)

14 NOVEMBER 1904 - 15 FEBRUARY 1911

230 ITEMS IN SEVEN SUBFILESSubfile A18[03].1904-1911.1: 11/14/04 - 8/13/09 (ITEMS NOT IN CHRONOLOGICAL

ORDER)1. Applications for registration2. Temporary medical permits3. Certificates of Record

Subfile A18[03].1904-1911.2: 2/2/06 - 3/2/09 (ITEMS NOT IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER)

1. SAME AS SUBFILE A18.1904-1911.1Subfile A18[03].1904-1911.3: 10/15/03 - 2/15/11 (ITEMS NOT IN CHRONOLOGICAL

ORDER)1. Applications for registration2. Correspondence regarding receipt of applications, and applicant's moral

character3. Letter from the Dean of the Medical Faculty Orth, of the Royal Fredric

Williams University, Germany: original and translation, dated 24 April 1906Subfile A18[03].1904-1911.4: 11/15/04 - 1/15/11 (ITEMS NOT IN CHRONOLOGICAL

ORDER)1. Applications for registration2. Correspondence regarding requirements for registration; misplaced

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applications3. A petition to reinstate Dr. W.J. McDonald to the Registered Physicians’

List after being removed for drumming, 27 DEC 1907 Subfile A18[03].1904-1911.5: 5/17/03 - 11/8/10 (ITEMS NOT IN CHRONOLOGICAL

ORDER)1. Applications for registration 2. Certificates of Record3. Correspondence regarding registration requirements and exam dates


1. Applications for registration2. Certificates of Record3. Correspondence regarding fulfillment of registration requirements; failure

to register Dr. Shirey, 24 DEC 1910 - 09 FEB 19114. Temporary medical permits


1. Applications for registration 2. Correspondence regarding requirements for registration; Dr. J.C. Yates

registration to the Registered Physicians ListSUB-SUBSERIES 3.4: A1815 ADVISORY BOARDS

FILE A1815.1984-1985: ADVISORY BOARDS 09 MAY 1984 - 08 NOVEMBER 198503 ITEMS IN FILE

1. Correspondence regarding Gov. Clinton's establishment of HSNP State Commission; Registered Physicians List

FILE A1815.1981-1983: ADVISORY BOARDS, REGISTERED PHYSICIANS

20 OCTOBER 1981 - 27 APRIL 198311 ITEMS IN FILE

1. Correspondence regarding Registered Physicians’ List; registration of Dr. Bradley Harbin, with copies of diploma and state license; regulation compliance for maintaining status as a Registered Physician

2. Registered Physicians ListsFILE A1815.1978-1980: ADVISORY BOARDS, FIELDS

20 OCTOBER 1978 - 19 FEBRUARY 198009 ITEMS IN FILE

1. Correspondence regarding Registered Physicians’ List; Registered Physicians’ Lists for FEB 1977 and SEPT 1978

SUBSERIES 4: A22 ASSOCIATIONS, FOUNDATIONS, COMMISSIONS, COUNCILS, SOCIETIESSUB-SUBSERIES 4.1: A22[01] ARKANSAS ECONOMIC COUNCIL

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FILE A22[01].1943-1946: ARKANSAS ECONOMIC COUNCIL (AEC)

26 NOVEMBER 1943 - 18 JANUARY 1946

24 ITEMS IN ONE FILE1. Correspondence regarding C. S. Woods' recommendations and

comments to the State Hwy. Revision; AEC recommendations to extend the boundaries of HSNP to include a part of Lake Hamilton to the west, to the Regional Director from Superintendent Libbey, 07 NOV 1944; AEC recommendations to extend the boundaries, with memos between the Regional Director Tillotson to Superintendent Emmert; information requested on the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests

3. List of members of the Recreation and Hospitality Committee of the AEC 4. Progress report of the Recreation and Hospitality Committee, 05 FEB

19445. Preliminary report by the Recreation and Hospitality Committee, 26 NOV

1943SUB-SUBSERIES 4.2: A22[02] ARKANSAS MEDICAL SCHOOL CLINIC

FILE A22[02].1940-1947: ARKANSAS MEDICAL SCHOOL CLINIC

26 APRIL 1940 - 2 DECEMBER 194736 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding the use of facility space in the Government Free Bathhouse to be used by UALR School of Medicine; after World War II, 1947

2. SEPARATION: Blueprint of facility space LOCATION: CURATORIAL, HOSP ????

3. Memorandums regarding the use of the Free BH by UALR Medical School between the Regional Director and the Superintendent

4. SEPARATION: Architectural drawing plan of ground floor portion assigned to the Medical School

LOCATION: CURATORIAL, HOSP ????5. Memorandum of agreement between the NPS and UALR School of

Medicine, 08 JUL 19426. Correspondence between UALR, the Superintendent, the Regional

Director and Washington, D.C. regarding the establishment of a Univ. Arthritis Clinic at the Government Free Bathhouse

7. Request by the UALR School of Medicine to create a clinic at the Government Free Bathhouse at HSNP to study the effects of the hot thermal water upon rheumatic disease, September 1940

8. Correspondence regarding the possibility of constructing a therapeutic pool at HSNP; in association with the Government Free Bathhouse or Levi Hospital, or even as a new enterprise

SUB-SUBSERIES 4.3: A22[03] HOT SPRINGS BATHHOUSE ASSOCIATION

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FILE A22.1931-1951: HOT SPRINGS BATHHOUSE ASSOCIATION (HSBHA)

16 JANUARY 1931 - 19 JUNE 195119 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding newly elected officers of the HSBHA, 15 JUN 1951; disbandment of the BHA, 29 DEC 1930 and the reorganization of the BHA on 03 JUL 1931

2. Memorandum to files regarding minutes of the HSBHA meeting of 17 OCT 1941, by Superintendent Libbey

3. Memorandum to the files, regarding minutes of the HSBHA meeting of 13 NOV 1941

4. Correspondence regarding BH business between the HSBHA, the Superintendent and Washington, D.C., 1937-1939

SUB-SUBSERIES 4.4: A22[04] NATIONAL ARTHRITIS RESEARCH FOUNDATIONFILE A22[04].1946-1949: NATIONAL ARTHRITIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION (NARF)

08 JULY 1946 - 1 JULY 194948 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A22[04].19.6-1949.1: 31/06/49 - 20/12/481. Monthly reports from the Arthritis Research Center, DEC 1948 and JAN-JUN 19492. Correspondence regarding special use permit for the NARF, permit #: I-19np-7;

appointment of Superintendent Boles to the AR Chapter of the Arthritis and Rheumatism Foundation; study of therapeutic values of thermal waters at Hot Springs National Park, 1912-1946, with data relating to

3. SEPARATION: Arthritis pamphlets, (C. 1948) LOCATION: CURATORIAL, HOSP ???? CONQUER ARTHRITIS - GIVE BECAUSE IT MEANS SO MUCH TO SO MANY IT'S ABOUT TIME TO CONQUER ARTHRITIS CONQUER THE CRIPPLER - GIVE - CONQUER ARTHRITIS

Subfile A22[04].1946-1949.2: 08/07/46 - 04/10/481. Monthly reports from the Arthritis Research Center, AUG-SEPT 19482. Correspondence regarding special use permit #: I-19np-5, special use

permit #: I-19np-1; actual space to be used at the Government Free Bathhouse 3. Sketch of space to be utilized by the NAR Center, 06 NOV 19474. Report of a conference held on 11 SEPT 1947 regarding the subject of

the possibility of instituting a scientific study on the physiology action of the Hot Springs Water, using the Government Free Bathhouse property

5. Minutes to meeting on the 6th and 7th of FEB 1947, regarding utilizing space in the Government Free Bathhouse, if the U.S. Public Health Service could spare the space

SUB-SUBSERIES 4.5: A22[05] WARM SPRINGS FOUNDATIONFILE A22[05].1929-1935: WARM SPRINGS FOUNDATION

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06 NOVEMBER 1929 -04 DECEMBER 1935

ITEMS IN ONE FILE1. Correspondence to NPS Director from Superintendent Allen reporting

on his trip north and east concerning hydrotherapy; Warm Springs Foundation in GA., with report of trip to Warm Springs; Superintendent de Valin's trip to Warm Springs, GA., evaluating treatment of polio for Hot Springs National Park

SUBSERIES 5: A24 COMMITTEESFILE A24.1929-1953: COMMITTEES

20 APRIL 1929 - 17 JULY 195362 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A24.1929-1953.1: 06/08/29 - 17/07/531. Correspondence regarding report of Mgmt Improvement Committee for FY 1953;

Hamp Williams involvement with the HSNP, his illness and subsequent death; Col. J. R. Fordyce's request to install a pool to his BH; proposal to remove/destroy Magnolia Row along Central Avenue due to traffic problems

2. Minutes to the meetings of the Special Planning Committee3. Letter from Dr. Thomas N. Black to Hamp Williams pertaining to the practice of

drumming by doctorsSubfile A24.1929-1953.2: 20/04/29 - 23/07/29

1. Correspondence regarding the arrival of Dr. Hugh de Valin as Superintendent, arrived at Hot Springs National Park, 09 AUG 1929; Special Planning Committee's promises of which the NPS can not obtain; concern at the possibility of Magnolia Row being destroyed in order to widen Central Avenue; appointment of Hamp Williams as Chairman of the Special Planning Committee, 22 APR 1929

SUB-SUBSERIES 5.1: A2435 COMMITTEES, FIELD OFFICESFILE A2435.1985-1986: ADP COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

25 OCTOBER 1985 - 28 FEBRUARY 198604 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. ADP Committee Meeting minutes2. Letter regarding ADP Committee meeting and training session

FILE A2435.1984-1986: COMMITTEE, FIELD OFFICES 02 MAY 1984 - 12 DECEMBER 198608 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding Hot Springs National Park standing committees, special assignments, and role and function statements

2. Correspondence regarding Hot Springs National Park standing committees with list of special assignments for each employee at HSNP

3. Correspondence regarding EEO co-counselor designations; boards of surveys; visitor facility fund coordinator; disability accessibility

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SEPARATION: DAILY JOURNAL OF JOSEPH BOLTEN 23 MARCH 1924 - 16 JULY 1929MICROFICHED; HOSP 5827 - LOCATION: BLDG 105, ROOM

214, BIN GSUBSERIES 6: A26 REPORTS

FILE A26.1984-1985: REPORTS, BIWEEKLY 06 DECEMBER - 27 DECEMBER 198510 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Biweekly reports from the Superintendent of HSNP to the Regional Director

FILE A26.1910-1912: GENERAL REPORTS 04 OCTOBER 1910 - 30 JUNE 191245 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A26.1910-1912.1: 06/12/10 - 30/06/121. Abstract of Annual Report of the Medical Director for FY ending 30 JUN

19122. Abstract of Annual Report of the Medical Dir., 09 NOV 1911, w/

correspondence 3. Telegraphs regarding printing of the annual report4. Correspondence regarding copies of the Superintendent’s and the

Medical Dir.’s Annual Reports; hints/suggestions to Medical Director Hallock about his Annual Report from Mr. Clement S. Ucker; repairs made/to be made throughout the Reservation

5. Letter to Secretary of the Interior from the Medical Director Hallock concerning the condition of the bathhouses and the bath attendants

Subfile A26.1910-1912.2: 04/10/10 - 10/12/101. 12-page paper: "The Medical Side of the Hot Springs Reservation" 2. A tentative statement of the Superintendent of the Hot Springs

Reservation made on 10 NOV 19103. Correspondence regarding building improvements: Superintendent's

office, Whittington Park, Keeper's House, etc.4. A letter-report regarding the state of and recommendations for the

"Betterment" of the Reservation from Medical Director Hallock; result of telegram from Secretary of the Interior Ballinger requesting the above report, similar correspondence between Ballinger and the Superintendent

5. Report on a plan to systematize the bathing in Hot Springs, from the Maurice BH

SUB-SUBSERIES 6.1: A2615 MONTHLY REPORTS FILE A2615.1981-1983: MONTHLY TRAVEL REPORTS

28 JANUARY 1981 - 05 NOVEMBER 198348 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

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Subfile A2615.1981-1983.1: 03/02/82 - 05/11/831. Monthly Public Use Reports (MPU) FEB 1982 - NOV 19832. Visitor Hour Appendix to Monthly Public Use Reports3. Correspondence and news releases regarding public use in NPS areas and the

Southwest RegionSubfile A2615.1981-1983.2: 28/01/81 - 27/01/82

1. Correspondence regarding Monthly Public Use Reports and reporting2. Monthly Public Use Reports, JAN 1981 - JAN 19823. Supplements to the Monthly Public Use Reports

FILE A2615.1976-1980: MONTHLY TRAVEL REPORTS 03 FEBRUARY 1976 - 05 JANUARY 1981157 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile A2615.1976-1980.1: 06/07/79 - 05/01/811. Monthly Public Use w/ Visitor Hour Appendix Reports for JUN 1979-DEC 19802. Correspondence regarding park visitation to the Superintendent of Hot Springs from

Chief of Statistics. Office, DSC, 20 JUN 1980; Hot Springs's selection to report visitation into the quick indicator system of the Department of Energy, Energy Information Administration, 10 DEC 1979

Subfile A2615.1976-1980.2: 04/08/77 - 04/06/791. Monthly Public Use w/ Visitor Hour Appendix Reports from JUL 1977-

MAY 19792. Letter to Regional Director from Superintendent Hot Springs National

Park regarding discrepancy in MPU reports and corrections, 08 DEC 1976Subfile A2615.1976-1980.3: 20/09/76 - 19/08/77

1. Monthly Public Use w/ Visitor Hour Appendix Reports for AUG 1976-JUNE 1977

2. Letter to Regional Director from Superintendent of HSNP regarding corrections to discrepancy in Public Use Reports, 12 DEC 1976

3. Correspondence regarding discrepancies in MPU Reports; changes in MPU Reporting

Subfile A2615.A976-1980: 03/02/76 - 04/08/761. Monthly Public Use w/ Visitor Hour Appendix Reports for JAN 1976-JUL

19762. News releases from Region reporting on visitation during Bicentennial

Year along with Public Use in the Southwest RegionFILE A2615.1972-1975: MONTHLY TRAVEL REPORTS

02 FEBRUARY 1972 - 5 JANUARY 1975124 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A2615.1972-1975.1: 30/12/74 - 05/01/761. Visitors to Hot Springs National Park, 1921-19722. Monthly Public Use Reports w/ Visitor Hour Appendix for DEC 1974-DEC

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19753. Motor vehicle travel, JUL 19754. Draft Supplement 1 - Monthly Public Use Report for 19 JUN 1975

Subfile A2615.1972-1975.2: 04/03/74 - 18/12/741. Correspondence regarding visitor counting with National Park and

duplicate counting among downtown merchants2. Monthly Public Use w/ Visitor Hour Appendix Reports for FEB 1974-NOV

1974Subfile A2615.1972-1975.3: 03/02/72 - 01/03/74

1. Monthly Public Use w/ Visitor Hour Appendix Reports for DEC 1973-MAR 1974

2. Monthly Public Use w/ Visitor Hour Appendix Reports for FEB 1972-NOV 1973

3. Correspondence regarding the monthly reports from Region and Washington, D.C.

FILE A2615.1967-1971: MONTHLY TRAVEL REPORTS 02 FEBRUARY 1967 - 04 JANUARY 197271 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A2615.1967-1971.1: 04/08/69 - 04/01/721. Monthly Public Use w/ Visitor Hour Appendix Reports for JUL 1969-DEC

1971Subfile A2615.1967-1971.2: 02/01/68 - 03/07/69

1. Monthly Public Use w/ Visitor Hour Appendix Reports for DEC 1967-JUN 1969

2. Correspondence regarding discrepancies in reports from WASO to SE Region Dir.

Subfile A2615.1967-1971.3: 02/02/67 - 01/12/671. Monthly Public Use w/ Visitor Hour Appendix Reports for JAN 1967-NOV

1967FILE A2615.1962-1966: MONTHLY TRAVEL REPORTS

01 FEBRUARY 1962 - 03 JANUARY 196784 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A2615.162-1966.1: 03/01/66 - 03/01/671. Monthly Public Use w/ Visitor Hour Appendix Reports for DEC 1965-DEC

1966Subfile A2615.1962-1966.2: 05/01/65 - 03/01/66

1. Monthly Public Use w/ Visitor Hour Appendix Reports for CY 19652. Correspondence regarding Visitor Hour Appendix from Washington,

D.C.; discrepancies in the Public Use Reports3. Monthly Narrative Report for DEC 1964, 05 JAN 1965

Subfile A2615.1962-1966.3: 01/02/62 - 05/01/6520

1. Correspondence regarding discrepancies in the Public Use Reports2. Monthly Public Use Reports for JAN 1962 - DEC 1964

SUB-SUBSERIES 6.2: A2617 REPORTS, QUARTERLY NOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 6.3: A2619 REPORTS, SEMI-ANNUALNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 6.4: A2621 REPORTS, ANNUALSUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 6.4.1: A2621[01] REGIONAL DIRECTOR’S ANNUAL REPORT

FILE A2621[01].1987-1989: REGIONAL DIRECTOR'S ANNUAL REPORT

17 APRIL 1987 - 10 OCTOBER 198913 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Assessment of Buckstaff Bathhouse Heating System, 02 OCT 19892. Annual Search and Rescue Report for the 1988 CY3. Annual Emergency Medical Services Report for the 1987 and 1988 CY4. Correspondence regarding highlights from HSNP; material for Director

Mott's Report5. Compendium of Discretionary Authorities for 1987

FILE A2621[01].1975-1977: REGIONAL DIRECTOR'S ANNUAL REPORT

07 MARCH 1975 - 29 MARCH 197706 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding Regional Director's Annual Report2. Regional Director Annual Reports for 1974-1976

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 6.4.2: A2621[02] SUPERINTENDENT’S ANNUAL REPORTFILE A2621[02].1987-1989: SUPERINTENDENT'S ANNUAL REPORT

14 DECEMBER 1988 - 26 APRIL 198911 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A2621[02].1987-1989.1: 11/03/87 - 26/04/891. Superintendent's Annual report for 1987* and 1988 (*continued in next

subfile)Subfile A2621[02].1987-1989.2: 07/03/87 - 11/03/88

1. 1987 Project Status Report2. Superintendent's Annual Report for 1986

FILE A2621[02].1984-1986: SUPERINTENDENT'S ANNUAL REPORT 06 JANUARY 1984 - 09 MARCH 1987

10 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

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Subfile A2621[02].1984-1986.1: 10/03/85 - 09/03/871. Correspondence regarding 1986 National Park Service Report2. Superintendent's Annual Report for 1984 and 1985

3. Annual Emergency Medical Services Report for Calendar Year 1985Subfile A2621[02].1984-1986.2: 06/01/84 - 29/08/84

1. Continuation of Superintendent's Annual Report for 19842. Superintendent's Annual Report for 1983, with correspondence

FILE A2621.1981-1983: SUPERINTENDENT'S ANNUAL REPORTS

12 FEBRUARY 1981 - 30 MARCH 198321 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A2621[02].1981-1983.1: 15/03/82 - 30/03/831. Superintendent Annual Report 1981-19822. Correspondence regarding Superintendent’s Annual Reports; Visitor

Protection and Resource Management, 1981, with copy3. Briefing Statement, 1982

Subfile A2621[02].1981-1983.2: 12/02/81 - 14/09/81 1. Annual Operating Program Summary, FY 19812. Superintendent Annual Report 1980, with correspondence 3. Correspondence regarding campground usage; Maintenance Division,

1980SUB-SUBSERIES 6.5: A2623 REPORTS, SITUATION

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 6.5.1: A2623[01] SITUATION REPORTSFILE A2623[01].1981: SITUATION REPORTS

05 JUNE 198103 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding briefing on Hot Springs National Park2. Report on 150th Anniversary of Hot Springs National Park3. Biography on Roger Giddings

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 6.5.2: A2623[02] BRIEFING STATEMENTSFILE A2623[02].1987-1988: BRIEFING STATEMENT

05 FEBRUARY 1987 - 16 AUGUST 1989

06 ITEMS IN ONE FILE1. Briefing Statements for Secretary Hodel's proposed trip to AR in SEPT

19882. Correspondence regarding Survey Historian, Diane A. Jung's trip to Hot

Springs for the lease-signing of 5 historic bathhouses; archeological work and report, Jones Mill site

FILE A2623[02].1984-1986: BRIEFING STATEMENTS 22

24 JANUARY 1984 - 03 OCTOBER 1986

11 ITEMS IN ONE FILE 1. Briefing statements for: Meetings at HSNP, 03 OCT 1986; regarding

Regional Director Status, with correspondence; 1985 statements

2. Updates of briefing statements - FY 1986 Appropriations Hearings

SUBSERIES 7: A34 COMMENDATIONS/LETTERS OF APPRECIATION/AWARDSSUB-SUBSERIES 7.1: A3415 ABOUT SERVICE and PERSONNEL

FILE A3415.1988-1989: COMMENDATIONS ABOUT SERVICE and PERSONNEL

05 AUGUST 1988 - 29 DECEMBER 198985 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A3415.1988-1989.1: 21/10/88 - 09/06/89 (NOT IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER)1. Correspondence regarding appreciation of support for special programs

and festivities and invitations; congratulations on new assignments and jobsSubfile A3415.1988-1989.2: 13/10/88 - 02/06/89 (NOT IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER)

1. SAME AS SUBFILE A3415.1988-1989.1Subfile A3415.1988-1989.3: 14/11/89 - 29/12/89 (NOT IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER)

1. SAME AS SUBFILE A3415.1988-1989.2FILE A3415.1987-1988: COMMENDATIONS ABOUT SERVICE and PERSONNEL

12 JANUARY 1987 - 27 JULY 198893 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A3415.1987-1988.1: 07/12/87 - 27/07/881. Correspondence regarding appreciation of support for special programs

and festivities and invitations; congratulations on new assignments and jobsSubfile A3415.1987-1988.2: 04/09/87 - 09/10/87

1. SAME AS SUBFILE A3415.1987-1988.123

Subfile A3415.1987-1988.3: 08/01/87 - 04/09/871. SAME AS SUBFILE A3415.1987-1989.2


30 DECEMBER 1983 - 31 DECEMBER 1986

123 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILESSubfile A3415.1984-1986.1: 06/08/85 - 31/12/86

1. Correspondence regarding appreciation of support for special programs and festivities and invitations; congratulations on new assignments and jobs

Subfile A3415.1984-1986.2: 20/09/84 - 30/07/85 1. SAME AS SUBFILE A3415.1984-1986.1




07 JULY 1981 - 19 DECEMBER 1983128 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A3415.1981-1983.1: 27/05/83 - 20/12/831. Correspondence regarding appreciation of support for special programs

and festivities and invitations; congratulations on new assignments and jobsSubfile A3415.1981-1983.2: 14/10/82 - 18/05/83

1. SAME AS SUBFILE A3415.1984-1986.1Subfile A3415.1981-1983.3: 07/07/81 - 05/10/82

1. SAME AS SUBFILE A3415.1984-1986.2FILE A3415.1979-1980: COMMENDATIONS ABOUT SERVICE and PERSONNEL

26 JANUARY 1979 - 12 NOVEMBER 198030 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding appreciation of support for special programs and festivities and invitations; congratulations on new assignments and jobs

SUB-SUBSERIES 7.2: A3419 CONCERNING CONCESSIONSNOT AVAILABLE

SUBSERIES 8: A36 COMPLAINTS FILE A36.1923-1939: COMPLAINTS

23 APRIL 1923 - 19 AUGUST 193910 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding Ada Mixon's letter of 1 AUG 1939 regarding 24

public seats/benches in order to rest while drinking the water; Hugh Edgington's letter,28 SEPT 1923 for improvements to comfort stations and benches on Arlington Lawn; Frank Llewellyn interest in his Hot Springs and recommendations for the National Park, includes letter from Director Stephen Mather to Superintendent Waring

SUB-SUBSERIES 8.1: A3615 COMPLAINTS ABOUT SERVICE and PERSONNELFILE A3615.1987-1989: COMPLAINTS ABOUT SERVICE and PERSONNEL

22 FEBRUARY 1987 - 19 OCTOBER 198938 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A3615.1987-1989.1: 15/12/87 - 19/10/891. Correspondence regarding complaints about taxpayers dollars wasted;

lack of correct directional signage; Dr. Brian D. Reilly 's concern over not being granted a lease to one of the bathhouses for his practice; unfavorable camping and bathing experiences; unpleasant tower trip and minor accidents/incidents

Subfile A3615.1987-1989.2: 22/02/87 - 11/12/871. Correspondence regarding complaints of lack of lighting; traffic violation

and accident procedures; reconsideration of a franchise fee for the Libbey Memorial PMC; Dr. Reilly's complaint of not obtaining a lease to one of the bathhouses

FILE A3615.1984-1986: COMPLAINTS ABOUT SERVICE and PERSONNEL

16 JANUARY 1984 - 28 JULY 198647 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A3615.1984-1986.1: 17/05/85 - 28/07/861. Correspondence regarding complaints at the Tower, bathhouses and campground;

statistics on negative experiences by visitors to Hot Springs National ParkSubfile A3615.1984-1986.2: 11/06/84 - 13/05/85

1. Correspondence regarding negative experiences with barking dogs while on Sunset Trail; lack of parking for recreational vehicles; information on linking Sunset Trail with Mid-America Park; neglected comfort stations

Subfile A3615.1984-1986.3: 16/01/84 - 12/06/841. Correspondence regarding the lack of information on HSNP at the 1984

World's Fair in New Orleans; Seasonal Ranger Richmond Edwards reported loss of seasonal form for re-employment by the HSNP staff


08 JANUARY 1981 - 07 NOVEMBER 198348 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A3615.1981-1983.1: 18/08/81 - 07/11/831. Correspondence regarding complaints about lack of adequate directional signage;

BH hours and operation; Fine Arts Center occupying one of the bathhouses during the Summer 1983; tours at the Fordyce BH; water quality from fountains; long waits at the Happy Hollow fountain; overlooks on the mountains; neglected bathrooms;

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patrols and lack of patrols of the mountain drives; boundary changes/disputesSubfile A3615.1981-1983.2: 08/01/81 - 06/10/81

1. Correspondence regarding complaints about BH hours and service; and the lack of directional signs to the Visitor Center


11 JULY 1979 - 02 DECEMBER 198026 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding complaints about long waits at the Happy Hollow Spring fountain; "dirty" spring water; racial discrimination at public accommodations at HSNP; conditions on Central Ave. to Director Whalen; against Law Enforcement Rangers; Dr. Bradley Harbin's dismissal from the Libbey P.M.C.

SUB-SUBSERIES 8.2: A3619 COMPLAINTS ABOUT CONCESSIONSFILE A3619.1961-1974: COMPLAINTS CONCERNING CONCESSIONS

26 MAY 1961 - 12 MARCH 197479 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A3619.1961-1974.1: 18/08/69 - 12/03/741. Correspondence regarding apologies to unsatisfied patrons of the

concessions, as addressed by the SuperintendentSubfile A3619.1961-1974.2: 14/07/65 - 15/08/69

1. SAME AS SUBFILE A3619.1961-1974.1Subfile A3619.1961-1974.3: 26/05/61 - 15/05/65

1. SAME AS SUBFILE A3619.1961-1974.SUBSERIES 9: A38 PUBLIC RELATIONS

SUB-SUBSERIES 9.1: A38[01] PUBLIC RELATIONS, GENERALFILE A38[01].1987-1989: PUBLIC RELATIONS ( GENERAL )

08 MAY 1987 - 20 JUNE 198947 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A38.1987-1989.1: 13/10/87 - 20/06/891. Correspondence regarding visits to Hot Springs National Park by

Japanese officials; Food and Lodging tax imposed by the City of Hot Springs for use by the Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission purposes; directional signs for the Visitor Center; Preservation Week, AR Historic Preservation Program; Historic Property leasing program; various journalistic articles; Volksmarsch

Subfile A38.1987-1989.2: 05/08/87 - 13/10/871. Correspondence regarding 1986 Annual Report for the NPS; out of date

slide presentations; Melvyn Bell's efforts to improve Hot Springs; lease signing ceremony

SUB-SUBSERIES 9.2: A38[02] STREET RAILWAYSFILE A38[02].1903-1927: STREET RAILWAYS

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30 JANUARY 1903 - 15 MARCH 192730 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding changes to curb lines at Reserve and Central Ave., 30 JUN 1926-15 MAR 1927; whether or not Hot Springs Railway Co. is encroaching on to Hot Springs Reservation at Whittington Lake, with final result; removal and replacement of wooden poles "with slightly iron poles" for the Whittington Street Railway

SUB-SUBSERIES 9.3: A38[03] TRAFFIC PROBLEMSFILE A38[03].1937-1951: TRAFFIC PROBLEMS

21 JANUARY 1937 - 07 SEPTEMBER 195135 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Request for three spaces on Reserve Ave., south side of the street, to be reserved from 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, for Rangers personal cars

2. Correspondence regarding parking facilities for patron of the bathhouses; cutting and removing the Magnolia trees along Bathhouse Row for parking and converting Arlington Lawn into a parking lot, with protests; Hot Springs National Park helping to finance the building of a city auditorium; termination and removal of Hot Springs Railway CO. franchise and the tracks

3. Correspondence between Mr. Fred Rix and Superintendent Libbey regarding Rix Service Station soliciting parking business from patrons of the bathhouses

SUB-SUBSERIES 9.4: A3815 PUBLIC RELATIONS WITH FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL AGENCIES

FILE A3815.1984: PUBLIC RELATIONS WITH FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL AGENCIES

01 JUNE 1984 - 14 AUGUST 198437 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

* NOTE: This file was originally assigned number: A3814. There is no such number in the National Park Service filing system for this title, or anything similar. Therefore, the file number was changed to A3815, the correct file number for this title.

Subfile A3815.1984.1: 27/07/84 - 14/08/841. Correspondence regarding Fun Festival; costs for Arkansas Power and

Light facilities along the Promenade; AARP Community Service Employment Program; AR. Nature Conservancy

Subfile A3815.1984.2: 01/06/84 - 24/07/841. Correspondence regarding Institute of the American West; Pecos

National Monument; Department of AR. Natural and Cultural Heritage; commemoration of the Hill Wheatley Plaza; Leo N. Levi Arthritis Hospital; Weyerhaeuser Company

FILE A3815.1-5/1984: PUBLIC RELATIONS WITH FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL AGENCIES

02 JANUARY 1984 - 29 MAY 1984 67 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES27

Subfile A3815.1-5/1984.1: 04/04/84 - 29/05/841. Correspondence with AR. Department of Parks and Tourism; AR. Nature

Conservancy; Landmark Savings Bank; Reynolds Aluminum; Arkansas Power and Light; City of Hot Springs; Hot Springs Rehabilitation Center; VA; Department of Recreation and Park Administration; AR Tech Univ.

Subfile A3815.1-5/1984.2: 02/01/84 - 12/04/841. Correspondence with Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce; Sentinel

Record and AR Times; AR Parks and Tourism; other NPS areas; ABT; Arkansas Power and Light; Reynold's Aluminum Company

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 9.4.1: A3815[01] PUBLIC RELATIONS WITH AMBASSADORS CLUB, HOT SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

FILE A3815[01].1984-1989: AMBASSADORS CLUB, HOT SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

16 OCTOBER 1984 - 26 SEPTEMBER 1989

30 ITEMS IN ONE FILE1. Correspondence regarding Spa Squirt, HealthFest; Hot Springs Chamber

of Commerce; AR Democrat and the Sentinel Record; Home Economics Association; Trail of Tears Memorial Dedication Ceremony; other NPS areas; Garland County Community College; AR Parks and Tourism; AR Historic Preservation Program; Ouachita Mountain Bike Association

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 9.4.2: A3815[02] PUBLIC RELATIONS WITH BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

FILE A3815[02].1985-1986: BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA 11 JULY 1985 - 16 OCTOBER 198620 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding Invitation Golf Tournament; Long Rang Planning Committee, Land and Facilities Study Subcommittee Boy Scouts Activities: Take Pride in America and Catch the Scouting Spirit, Sesquicentennial Camporee

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 9.4.3: A3815[03] PUBLIC RELATIONS WITH HOT SPRINGS/DIAMOND LAKES FILM COMMISSION

FILE A3815[03].1984: HOT SPRINGS/DIAMOND LAKES FILM COMMISSION

12 DECEMBER 198404 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. List of items with photographic significance in Hot Springs National Park2. Lists of members of Hot Springs/Diamond Lakes Film and Video

Commission and CommitteesSUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 9.4.4: A3815[04] PUBLIC RELATIONS WITH FEDERAL,

STATE AND LOCAL AGENCIES, GENERALFILE A3815[04].1988-1989: PUBLIC RELATIONS W/ FEDERAL, STATE and LOCAL AGENCIES ( GENERAL )

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83 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILESSubfile A3815[04].1988-1989.1: 01/08/88 - 26/12/89

1. Correspondence regarding relationships with Boy Scouts of America; AR Gazette; City of Hot Springs; Ouachita National Forest; NPS areas; Senate and House of Reps.; Garland County Community College (GCCC); AR Historic Preservation Program; Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission

Subfile A3815[04].1988-1989.2: 07/04/88 - 20/07/881. Correspondence regarding relationships with City of Hot Springs; HSNP

Rotary Club; Senate and House of Representatives; Office of the Governor; Historic Preservation Alliance of AR; AR Game and Fish Commission; AR Parks and Tourism

Subfile A3815[04].1988-1989.3: 13/01/88 - 22/03/881. Correspondence regarding relationships with City of Hot Springs; Senate

and House of Representatives; Office of the Governor; Historic Preservation Alliance of AR; AR Parks and Tourism; Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission; Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce; Historic Preservation Program

FILE A3815[04].1987: PUBLIC RELATIONS WITH FEDERAL, STATE and LOCAL AGENCIES ( GENERAL )

13 JANUARY 1987 - 22 DECEMBER 198787 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A3815[04].1987.1: 25/06/87 - 22/12/871. Correspondence regarding relationships with the National Park and

Conservation Assoc.; Buckstaff BH; U.S. Senate and House of Reps; First National Bank; U.S. Forest Service; City of Hot Springs; National Forest Recreation Assoc.; Chamber of Commerce; AR Tech Univ.; Department of Parks and Tourism; AR Council for International Visitors; Melvyn Bell

Subfile A3815[04].1987.2: 11/03/87 - 08/06/871. Correspondence regarding relationships with the National Park and

Conservation Assoc.; the Sentinel Record; Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission; U.S. Forest Service; Arlington Hotel; AR Historic Preservation Program; AR Tech Univ.; Department of Parks and Tourism; GCCC; Hot Springs Arts Center; Department of Arkansas Heritage; Boy Scouts of America

Subfile A3815[04].1987.3: 13/01/87 - 10/03/871. Correspondence regarding relationships with the Historic Preservation

Alliance of AR; Arkansas Bank and Trust; U.S. Senate and House of Representatives; City of Hot Springs; Central Business Improvement District (CBID); other NPS areas and offices; Hot Springs Arts Center

FILE A3815[04].1986: PUBLIC RELATIONS WITH FEDERAL, STATE and LOCAL AGENCIES

( GENERAL ) 12 AUGUST 1986 - 29 DECEMBER 198657 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

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Subfile A3815[04].1986.1: 12/11/86 - 29/12/861. Correspondence regarding relationships with First National Bank; City of

Hot Springs; Chamber of Commerce; AR Natural Heritage Commission; Department of Parks and Tourism; AR Historic Preservation Program; Univ. of AR; Arkansas Bank and Trust; other NPS areas and offices

2. Correspondence from and to Governor Michael Dukakis of Massachusetts

Subfile A3815[04].1986.2: 12/08/86 - 04/11/861. Correspondence regarding relationships with the City of Hot Springs;

Historic Preservation Alliance of AR; State of Arkansas, Lt. Gov. Winston Bryant and Gov. Bill Clinton; Melvyn Bell; The AR Endowment for the Humanities; Department of the Interior; The Wilderness Society; the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives

FILE A3815[04].3-9/1986: PUBLIC RELATIONS WITH FEDERAL, STATE and LOCAL

AGENCIES ( GENERAL ) 03 MARCH 1986 - 30 SEPTEMBER 1986 108 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile A3815[04].3-9/1986.1: 26/08/86 - 30/09/861. Correspondence regarding relationships with Arkansas Power and Light;

Arnold and Stacks, Architects, P.A.; State of AR, Secretary of State Bill McCuen and Gov. Bill Clinton; U.S. Senate and House of Reps.; other NPS areas and offices; the City of Hot Springs; Chamber of Commerce; Department of Parks and Tourism; Department of AR Heritage; Boy Scouts of America; all bathhouse managers

Subfile A3815[04].3-9/1986.2: 14/05/86 - 21/08/861. Correspondence regarding relationships with State of AR, Gov. Bill

Clinton; U.S. Senate and House of Reps.; Arkansas Power and Light; City of Hot Springs; Chamber of Commerce; Department of Parks and Tourism; Department of AR Heritage; AR Historic Preservation Program; First National Bank; Sentinel Record, AR Gazette; Forest Service; AR Tech University


Clinton; U.S. Senate and House of Reps.; U. of AR; Department of Parks and Tourism; AR Historic Preservation Program; St. Joseph's Hospital; U.S. Forest Service


Clinton; U. of AR; Department of Parks and Tourism, AR Museum Services; AARP; NPS areas and offices

2. Correspondence regarding Mrs. Audrey McCully article about the Medical Director's Quarters at Hot Springs National Park

FILE A3815[04].1985-1986: PUBLIC RELATIONS WITH FEDERAL, STATE and LOCAL AGENCIES ( GENERAL )

30

05 SEPTEMBER 1985 - 28 FEBRUARY 1986


1. Correspondence regarding relationships with State of AR, Gov. Bill Clinton; Department of Parks and Tourism, AR Museum Services; Ouachita National Forest; other NPS areas and offices; Department of the Interior; Sentinel Record; Arkansas Bank and Trust

Subfile A3815[04].1985-1986.2: 08/11/85 - 30/12/851. Correspondence regarding relationships with the U. of AR; Department of

Parks and Tourism; AR Historic Preservation Program; First National Bank; FBI; other NPS areas and offices; Hot Springs Rehabilitation Center; Hill Wheatley Enterprises

Subfile A3815[04].1985-1986.3: 05/09/85 - 05/11/851. Correspondence regarding relationships with the State of AR, Gov. Bill

Clinton; Department of Parks and Tourism; AMI Park Medical Center; FBI; bathhouses; other NPS areas and offices; City of Hot Springs and the Chamber of Commerce; Woods Brothers Agency


( GENERAL ) 31 DECEMBER 1984 - 29 AUGUST 198582 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A3815[04].1985.1: 15/06/85 - 29/08/851. Correspondence regarding public relationships with Department of Parks

and Tourism; AR Historic Preservation Program; St. Joseph's Regional Health Center; other NPS areas and offices; AR Parks and Recreation Assoc.; Saturday Evening Post; Chamber of Commerce; National Parks and Conservation Association; Downtown Rotary Club; Arkansas Bank and Trust; City of Hot Springs; Hot Springs School Board; AR Game and Fish Commission

Subfile A3815[04].1985.2: 14/02/85 - 21/05/851. Correspondence regarding public relationships with Department of Parks

and Tourism; St. Joseph's Regional Health Center; other NPS areas and offices; City of Hot Springs; U.S. Department of Education; NY Times; Weyerhaeuser Co.; GCCC; AR Sesquicentennial Celebration; Office of Job Corps; U. of AR; KATV Channel 7; Sentinel Record

Subfile A3815[04].1985.3: 31/12/84 - 14/02/851. Correspondence regarding public relationships with the AR Hwy and

Transportation Department (AHTD); State of AR, Gov. Clinton; U.S. Senate and House of Reps.; Department of Parks and Tourism; Department of AR Natural and Cultural Heritage; other NPS areas and offices; City of Hot Springs; Chamber of Commerce; Ouachita Job Corps


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( GENERAL ) 05 SEPTEMBER 1984 - 27 DECEMBER 198464 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A3815[04].1984.1: 22/10/84 - 27/12/841. Correspondence regarding public relationships with U. of AR;

Department of Parks and Tourism; Department of Agriculture; Henderson State Univ.; Wilderness Society; other NPS areas and offices; Chamber of Commerce; First National Bank; Buckstaff BH; National Geographic; Downtown Merchants Association

Subfile A3815[04].1984.2: 05/09/84 - 15/10/841. Correspondence regarding public relationships with AR State Univ.;

Garland County Historical Society; KATV; City of Hot Springs; Ouachita Job Corps; Arlington Hotel; National Geographic; Chamber of Commerce; GCCC; NPS areas and offices; Hot Springs Rehabilitation Center; St. Joseph's Regional Health Center

SUB-SUBSERIES 9.5: A3817 PUBLIC RELATIONS, FOREIGN AGENCIESNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 9.6: A3821 PUBLIC RELATIONS, INDIVIDUALSFILE A3821.1987-1989: PUBLIC RELATIONS, INDIVIDUALS

21 AUGUST 1987 - 11 DECEMBER 1989103 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile A3821.1987-1989.1: 25/10/89 - 11/12/891. Correspondence regarding public relationships with individuals about

appreciation, congratulations, donations, best wishes, sympathies; regrets, and noteworthy articles, support




FILE A3821.1984-1986: PUBLIC RELATIONS, INDIVIDUAL 19 JULY 1984 - 31 JULY 198612 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding public relationships with individuals about helpful service, appreciation, congratulations, and support

SUB-SUBSERIES 9.7: A3823 PUBLIC RELATIONS, PUBLIC INVOLVEMENTFILE A3823.1989: PUBLIC RELATIONS, PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT

01 JANUARY 1989 - 13 NOVEMBER 1989 122 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile A3823.1989.1: 22/08/89 - 13/11/89

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1. Correspondence regarding public meetings and/or hearings for various committees, commissions, appreciation, congratulations, appointments, requests, regrets, support, concerns, information, and invitations

Subfile A3823.1989.2: 02/05/89 - 17/08/891. Correspondence regarding public meetings and/or hearings for various

committees, commissions, appreciation, congratulations, appointments, requests, regrets, support, concerns, information, and invitations

Subfile A3823.1989.3: 10/03/89 - 02/05/891. A copy of the Fiscal Year 1990 Budget Requirements2. Correspondence regarding public meetings and/or hearings for various committees,

commissions, appreciation, congratulations, appointments, requests, regrets, support, concerns, information, and invitations

Subfile A3823.1989.4: 25/01/89 - 27/02/891. A copy of the Farmers Home Administration regulations regarding Conservation

Easements2. Correspondence regarding public meetings and/or hearings for various committees,


Subfile A3823.1989.5: 01/01/89 - 30/01/891. A copy of the Fiscal Year 1989 Budget Requirements2. Correspondence regarding public meetings and/or hearings for various committees,


FILE A3823.1984-1985: TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA 14 DECEMBER 1984 - 02 JULY 198510 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A3823.1984-1985.1: 20/04/85 - 02/07/851. Take Pride in America 1986 Awards Program, with applications and

articles to support the nominationsSubfile A3823.1984-1985.2: 14/12/84 - 21/09/85

1. Take Pride in America 1986 Awards Program, with applications and articles to support the nominations

FILE A3823.1984-1985: PUBLIC RELATIONS, PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT (SPECIFIC HEARINGS)

14 NOVEMBER 1984 - 19 DECEMBER 1985

05 ITEMS IN ONE FILE1. Correspondence regarding possible AARP volunteer assistance2. Memorandums regarding approval of visitor survey requests; blood donations

SUBSERIES 10: A40 CONFERENCES and MEETINGS FILE A40.1938-1953: FIRE SCHOOLS and CONFERENCES

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18 FEBRUARY 1938 - 09 OCTOBER 1953 118 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile A40.1938-1953.1: 30/01/53 - 09/10/53Correspondence regarding Building Fire School at Hot Springs, 07 OCT

1953; 19531. Fire Training meeting at Ouachita National Forest's Camp Clear Fork, 29-30 SEPT;

Forest Fire Control Training, 22 APR 1953; Regional Fire Training Conference, 16-21 MAR 1953 at Lake Mead; Annual Forest Fire Control Training Conference held at Utility Area of HSNP, 22 APR 1953

2. Recommendations of the Committee on the Regional Fire Control Training Conference held on 24-26 March 1952

Subfile A40.1938-1953.2: 14/05/51 - 28/01/531. Correspondence regarding 1953 Regional Fire Control Training Conference;

Building Fire School, 09 OCT 1952; Annual Forest Fire Control Training School, 18 SEPT 1952; Regional Fire Control Training Conference, 24-28 MAR 1952; Semi-Annual Fire Control School at Hot Springs National Park, 31 AUG 1951; Regional Fire Control Conference at Bryce Canyon on 04-08 June 1951

2. Fire Training Meeting Report held on 09-10 DEC 1952, 9 pagesSubfile A40.1938-1953.3: 28/03/46 - 10/05/51

1. Correspondence regarding Regional Fire Control Conference at Bryce Canyon, 04-08 JUN 1951; Annual Forest Fire Training School, 23-24 AUG 1950; Fire Control Training at HSNP, 14 JUL 1949; Fire Control Training at HSNP, 27-29 APR 1948; Fire Control Training at Platt National Park, 3-5 MAR 1947; Park Fire School at Zion National Park, 22-26 APR 1946

2. Letter and report regarding Forest Fire Training for HSNP Employees, 07 SEPT 1949

Subfile A40.1938-1953.4: 18/02/38 - 16/04/461. Correspondence regarding Region 3 Park Annual Fire Training Meeting

at Zion NP, 22-26 APR 1946; Region 3 Fire Protection Training Meeting at Grand Canyon NP, 26-29 APR 1944; Fire and Civilian Protection at Grand Canyon NP, 4-9 MAY 1942; program outlines, memos and attendance list of HSNP Fire Protection Training School held on 2-3 of MAR 1939

2. Memorandum and outline regarding HSNP Fire Protection at HSNP, 13-14 OCT 1941

3. Fire Protection Plan for Hot Springs National Park, 17 AUG 1940SUB-SUBSERIES 10.1: A4015 DEPARTMENTAL

NOT AVAILABLESUB-SUBSERIES 10.2: WASHINGTON OFFICE

NOT AVAILABLESUB-SUBSERIES 10.3: A4023 REGIONAL DIRECTORS

FILE A4023.1986: REGIONAL DIRECTOR'S MEETINGS 30 MAY 1986 - 11 JUNE 1986

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04 ITEMS IN ONE FILE 1. Correspondence regarding the Regional Director's Meeting in July 19862. HSNP Accomplishments relative to the 12 Point Plan, put forth by the

Reg. Dir.SUB-SUBSERIES 10.4: A4027 REGIONAL OFFICES

FILE A4027.1984-1986: SOUTHWEST REGIONAL OFFICE (SWRO)

04 MARCH 1984 - 11 AUGUST 198605 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding Annual Project Supervisor's Conference; Amendment to the Staff Meeting Minutes of July; Chief Rangers' Conference; 1986 Conference on Science in the National Parks

FILE A4027.1984-1985: SOUTHWEST REGIONAL OFFICE (SWRO)

25 JANUARY 1984 - 16 JULY 198505 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding Fall Superintendent's Conference; Regional Chief Rangers' Conference; Procurement and Property Management Conference; Maintenance Conference

SUB-SUBSERIES 10.5: A4031 OTHER FIELD OFFICESFILE A4031.1988-1989: HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK

25 OCTOBER 1988 - 13 DECEMBER 198947 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A4031.1988-1989.1: 06/09/89 - 13/12/891. Minutes to Squad Meetings2. Memorandums regarding Socializing with the trainees, Orientation to

NPS; Weekly Staff meeting; All-Employee meetingsSubfile A4031.1988-1989.2: 07/04/89 - 06/09/89

1. Minutes to Squad meetings; core meetings2. Memorandums regarding Weekly Staff meetings; All-Employee Meetings;

Update on Superintendents Meeting in Hot Springs, May 11-12, 1989Subfile A4031.1988-1989.3: 25/10/88 - 29/03/89

1. Minutes to the Squad and All-Employee meetings 2. Memorandums regarding Superintendents Meeting in Hot Springs, May

11-12, 1989; Staff meetings; All-Employee meetingsFILE A4031.1987-1988: HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK

05 JANUARY 1987 - 21 OCTOBER 198837 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A4031.1987-1988.1: 01/02/88 - 21/10/881. Minutes to Squad and All-Employee meetings

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2. Memorandums regarding correspondence Subfile A4031.1987-1988.2: 04/01/88 - 22/07/88

1. Minutes to Squad meetings2. Memorandum regarding Holiday Party3. Copy of Hot Springs National Park Twelve Point Plan

Subfile A4031.1987-1988.3: 05/01/87 - 12/06/871. Minutes to Squad/Staff meetings2. Memorandums regarding All-Employee meetings; reports3. Copy of the Twelve Point Plan for Hot Springs National Park

FILE A4031.1985-1986: HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK 22 APRIL 1985 - 02 DECEMBER 198630 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A4031.1985-1986.1: 29/05/86 - 02/12/861. Minutes to Staff and All-employee Meetings2. Twelve Point Plan for Hot Springs National Park

Subfile A4031.1985-1986.2: 09/07/85 - 29/05/861. Minutes to Staff and All-Employee Meetings

Subfile A4031.1985-1986.3: 22/04/85 - 29/05/851. Minutes to Staff Meeting

FILE A4031.1984-1985: HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK 03 JANUARY 1984 - 20 MARCH 198527 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A4031.1984-1985.1: 12/06/84 - 20/03/851. Minutes to Staff and All-Employee Meetings

Subfile A4031.1984-1985.2: 03/01/84 - 12-06/841. Minutes to Staff and All-Employee Meetings

FILE A4031.1981-1983: HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK 27 JANUARY 1981 - 02 NOVEMBER 198360 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A4031.1981-1983.1: 01/02/83 - 02/11/831. Minutes to the Staff and the All-Employee meetings

Subfile A4031.1981-1983.2: 28/04/82 - 25/01/831. Minutes to the Staff meetings2. Copy of the Agenda for Zone Superintendents Conference, December 2-

10, 1982Subfile A4031.1981-1983.3: 27/01/81 - 28/04/82

1. Minutes to the Staff meetingsFILE A4031.1978-1980: HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK

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31 JANUARY 1978 - 16 DECEMBER 198034 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Minutes to the Staff meetingsFILE A4031.1976-1977: HOSP STAFF MEETINGS


Subfile A4031.1976-1977.1: 22/03/77 - 06/12/771. Minutes to Staff Meetings



FILE A4031.1974-1975: HOSP STAFF MEETINGS 06 AUGUST 1974 - 16 DECEMBER 197554 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES




FILE A4031.1954-1974: HOSP STAFF MEETINGS 08 JANUARY 1954 - 30 JULY 1974132 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES






FILE A4031.1987-1989: OTHER FIELD OFFICES 15 SEPTEMBER 1987 - 10 AUGUST 198813 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding communications; conference on Human

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Resource Development and Appreciation, related activities; All-Employee meetings with agendas

2. Copy of Staff meeting notes for 13 JULY 1988, from Buffalo National River

3. Copy of Staff meetings minutes for Hot Springs National ParkFILE A4031.1984-1986: OTHER FIELD OFFICES

26 APRIL 1984 - 29 MAY 198605 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Minutes to staff meetings for HOSP and some from Buffalo National River

SUB-SUBSERIES 10.6: A4033 SERVICEWIDEFILE A4033.1984-1987: SERVICEWIDE

21 SEPTEMBER 1984 - 12 JANUARY 198910 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding information dissemination for urban parks; Annual Project Supervisors' Conference; Staff Meetings; Public Affairs Officers' Workshop

2. Thank you letters to various National Park superintendents regarding attendance at the Superintendents' Conference

FILE A4033.1952: AREAS OPERATIONS CONFERENCE 24 APRIL 1952 - 01 SEPTEMBER 195252 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A4033.1952.1: 13/06/52 - 01/09/521. Copies of the AREA GOSSIPS, for 04-10 SEPT 1952, 2. Correspondence and memorandums regarding "Area Operation",

aspects to be coveredSubfile A4033.1952.2: 24/04/52 - 21/07/52

1. SAME AS NO. 2 OF SUBFILE A4033.1952.1Subfile A4033.1952.3: 06/05/52 - 03/07/52

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding "Area Operation", aspects to be covered

2. Brochures of Sunny Alberta, Canada, U.S. Customs Hints, The Trail Merchants

SUB-SUBSERIES 10.7: A4035 INTERAGENCYNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 10.8: A4037 INTERNATIONAL NOT AVAILABLE

SUBSERIES 11: A42 COOPERATING ASSOCIATIONSFILE A42.1987-1989: COOPERATING ASSOCIATIONS

23 FEBRUARY 1987 - 14 SEPTEMBER 198933 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

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Subfile A42.1987-1989.1: 26/10/88 - 14/09/891. Correspondence and memorandums regarding publication requests, with

estimates; phone line to Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration's outlet desk; agency improvement requests; Southwest Region National Passport Stamp; comments on Out of the Vapors, Dan Murphy's script, with copy of draft (continued in next subfile)

Subfile A42.1987-1989.2: 03/10/88 - 26/10/881. Memorandums regarding Product Development Requests and New

Items Forms2. Information on Soundalive! for recorded tours

Subfile A42.1987-1989.3: 23/02/87 - 30/09/881. Product Development Request forms2. Publication Request Forms with memorandums3. Correspondence and memorandums regarding 1989 Cooperative

Association requests; Reprint of Valley of the Vapors; Superintendent's Discretionary fund; improvement money

FILE A42.1984-1986: COOPERATING ASSOCIATIONS 07 FEBRUARY 1984 - 17 SEPTEMBER 198611 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding appreciation for assistance; $100.00 Superintendent's Discretionary Fund; donation funds and list of articles in Quapaw BH; "Coke Summer 1984 Passbook of Savings"; alternate agent change

2. Updated Agency AgreementSUB-SUBSERIES 11.1: A42[01] EASTERN NATIONAL PARKS AND MONUMENTS ASSOCIATION

FILE A42[01].1987-1989: EASTERN NATIONAL PARK and MONUMENT ASSOCIATION (Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration)

06 FEBRUARY 1987 - 13 SEPTEMBER 1989

38 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILESSubfile A42[01].1987-1989.1: 08/12/88 - 13/09/89

1. Eastern's Publication and Theme Related Items Request for FY 19892. Annual Report for FY 1989, including the Superintendent's Fund Reimbursement

Request Forms, the Percentage Donation Summary and Annual Review of the Inventory

3. Correspondence and memorandums regarding History Assoc.; Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration Passport Photo Contest; trip reports; appreciation for assistance; proposal for Stamp cachet

Subfile A42[01].1987-1989.2: 06/02/87 - 08/12/881. Correspondence and memorandums regarding Eastern National Parks

and Monuments Administration Popular Publications, with plan for "Emerging from

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the Vapor" and "The Baths - A Continuing Tradition"; agency improvement fund; needs for Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration, sales help, lighting; regional donations

2. Annual Report for FY 1987 and 1988FILE A42[01].1984-1986: EASTERN NATIONAL PARK and MONUMENT ASSOCIATION (Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration)



1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding established space for Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration sales area; artwork, stamp cachet; proposed coloring book for HSNP; publications requests, with forms; passport sales; Competitive Donation Program; Annual Report; Sales Publication requests for 1986; approved percentage donations

Subfile A42[01].1984-1986.2: 28/02/84 - 24/05/851. Correspondence and memorandums regarding appreciation for

assistance; approved donations from Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration, from Competitive Donation Program Request; Monthly Coordinator's Report; reimbursements; Percentage Donation Summary, FY 1984


27 JANUARY 1981 - 05 JANUARY 1983

148 ITEMS IN SIX SUBFILESSubfile A42[01].1981-1983.1: 13/05/83 - 05/01/84

1. Additional Information and rewrite for Promenade and Fordyce BookletsSubfile A42[01].1981-1983.2: 17/11/82 - 31/05/83

1. Memorandums regarding grants; Pilot Donation Program, 1983; Survey Data, Coop. Assoc. Survey; Audit Report

Subfile A42[01].1981-1983.3: 02/06/82 - 17/11/821. Correspondence regarding plans to change sales area, with drawings;

Annual Report; status of research account 11-812. Copies of Summary of Previous Studies Characterizing the Geology and

Flora of the Promenade Area of HSNP, and The History of the Grand Promenade and Its Planting Design for a Vegetation Study in HSNP

Subfile A42[01].1981-1983.4: 15/12/81 - 02/06/821. Correspondence regarding Assoc. sales facility; slides/photos as possible

items; employeesSubfile A42[01].1981-1983.5: 25/06/81 - 23/11/81

1. Correspondence regarding policy ideas; planning committees; audits; 40

trainingSubfile A42[01].1981-1983.6: 27/01/81 - 15/06/81

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding Coop. Assoc. sales area designs, other matters; purchase orders for Cutter's Guide; donation requests




1. Correspondence regarding appreciation and requests for donations; Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration research donations; Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration Collections and Summer Museum Internships; Fire in Folded Rock

Subfile A42[01].1978-1980.2: 05/06/79 - 02/01/80 1. Correspondence regarding theme related sales items; geology booklet,

Fire in Folded Rock; Superintendent's Discretionary Fund; requests for donations2. Trip Report, HSNP, 07-09 JUL 1979: Work-Study Employment Donation

Subfile A42[01].1978-1980.3: 12/12/78 - 24/04/791. Correspondence regarding Fire in Folded Rock booklet; security of

assets; audit, 04 APR 1979; evaluation of Interpretation Research; change in personnel

2. Copy of minutes for the Meeting of the Board of Directors, 25-26 SEPT 1978




1. Requests for and donations to Hot Springs National Park from Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration

2. Correspondence regarding contract between Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration and Dr. Jeffery Hanor for the writing of a book on the geology of Hot Springs National Park, 8 December 1973; authors who are unable to complete their contracts or who need extensions

3. Hot Springs National Park merchandise category for October and November of 1977

4. Summarized receipts, disbursements and cash balance for HSNP, OCT 1977

5. Annual Report 1977, from Hot Springs National Park Agent 41

Subfile A42[01].1975-1977.2: 17/02/76 - 09/08/771. Summarized receipts, disbursements and cash balances for HSNP,

AUG1976 and MAR19772. Merchandise Category, August 1976 and March 19773. Correspondence regarding "Americana" Medallions; Eastern National

Parks and Monuments Administration procedures for sale publications; replacement of alternate agent; partial loss 1975 Records; production of Bicentennial Bottle Mold from Pressure Cast Products, INC.

Subfile A42[01].1975-1977.3: 04/06/75 - 11/02/761. Correspondence regarding information of Coop. Assoc., Eastern National Parks and

Monuments Administration; Bicentennial bottle mold; Colonial National Park Women's Organization Bicentennial Project; superintendent's funds with receipts; publication status report

2. SEPARATION: booklet, Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws LOCATION: CURATORIAL, HOSP ????

3. Audit Report of Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration at Hot Springs National Park, 31 May 1975

Subfile A42[01].1975-1977.4: 20/01/75 - 16/05/751. Correspondence regarding Publication Committee Recommendations

and the Board actions taken on Fire in Folded Rocks and The Indians of the Hot Springs Area

2. Publication memos pertaining to the book on Geology and the Indians3. Charles Marshall's, Exec. Secretary of Eastern National Parks and

Monuments Administration, report of his visit with Earl B. Adams and Superintendent Goodman

FILE A42[01].1972-1974: EASTERN NATIONAL PARK and MONUMENT ASSOCIATION

01 SEPTEMBER 1972 - 20 DECEMBER 1974


1. Correspondence regarding procedures for Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration publication; and itinerary of Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration Exec. Secretary Marshall's visit to AR; inquiry from Denver Museum of Natural History; Assoc. procedures; Candidates for Board of Directors

2. Requests for donations and approval of Cooperative Association sale items

3. Audit Report of Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration agency at Hot Springs National Park, 30 JUN 1974

Subfile A42[01].1972-1974.2: 21/09/73 - 10/06/741. Correspondence regarding Nominating Committee for the Board of

Directors for Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration with list of new 42

and voting members; corrections, final editing, publication and distribution of the Valley of the Vapors booklet

2. Requests for approval of Coop. Assoc. Sale Items and donations to HSNP, monetary

3. List of Sale items, as of 01 NOV 1973Subfile A42[01].1972-1974.3: 29/08/72 - 20/09/73

1. Correspondence regarding items - slides, souvenirs - for Hot Springs National Park from Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration; publication of Valley of the Vapors; extensions to contract; expenditures and status of Superintendent's fund donated by Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration, with receipts

2. Receipt figures for 1972; Requests for donations, monetary3. Designation of agent for Eastern National Parks and Monuments

Administration, Earl B. Adams on 27 NOV 19724. Contract between Hot Springs National Park and Eastern National Parks

and Monuments Administration for a human and natural history book, 29 AUG 1972FILE A42[01].1959-1971: EASTERN NATIONAL PARK and MONUMENT ASSOCIATION (Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration)

14 APRIL 1959 - 10 MARCH 1971137 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile A42[01].1959-1971.1: 17/02/70 - 10/03/711. Correspondence regarding preliminary drafts of manuscripts; contracts

between HSNP and Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration; Bedinger's Natural and Human History book; postcards and slide possibilities; designation of Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration agent; transfer of funds and inventory to new agent

2. List of publication, 1969 and 19703. Request for donations; donated items to HSNP: safe, cash register,

display case 4. Expenditures from the donation and Superintendent's Eastern National

Parks and Monuments Administration funds, 01 SEPT 19715. Annual Report for 1971

Subfile A42[01].1959-1971.2: 25/05/66 - 17/02/701. Correspondence regarding donations to HSNP from Eastern National

Parks and Monuments Administration; proposal of reproducing the AR Gazette announcing the Sesquicentennial of the AR Territory; sales tax exemption for Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration; publication proposal for The Hot Springs Story, 25 MAY 1966; Sesquicentennial cost estimates

2. List of publication deletions, 19693. Annual Report for 1968; List of total items sold for calendar years 1966

and 19674. Designation of Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration

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agent, Dale Engquist, 27MAR1968; Earl B. Adams, 13FEB19695. Memorandums regarding

Subfile A42[01].1959-1971.3: 24/11/59 - 04/04/661. Requests for donations 2. List of Association sale items and number sold for calendar years 1964

and 19653. Correspondence regarding Planning Assoc. publications; publication

proposal for Guide to Hot Springs National Park; Natural History Assoc.; Cooperating Association Report for 1959

Subfile A42[01].1959-1971.4: 14/04/59 - 18/12/591. Correspondence regarding payment for reprinting 1000 copies of The

Role of Radioactivity of Natural Spring Water as a Therapeutic Agent 2. SEPARATION: of the above booklet LOCATION: CURATORIAL,

HOSP ????3. Correspondence regarding payment to Connelly Press for self-guiding

nature trail booklet for HOSNP; certificate of authority to begin agency operations; inquiry as to beginning an agency; Hot Springs Natural History Association.

4. Articles of Incorporation and By-laws for Mt. Rainier Natural History Assoc., e.g. the Hot Springs Natural History Association

SUB-SUBSERIES 11.2: A42[02] MISSISSIPPI RIVER PARKWAY COMMISSIONFILE A42[02].1972-1977: MISSISSIPPI RIVER PARKWAY COMMISSION - GREAT RIVER ROAD

20 JANUARY 1972 - 17 JANUARY 1977


1. Correspondence regarding quarterly meeting of the MS River Parkway, with minutes to the Commission meeting

2. Pamphlet, "Follow the Great River Road - Along the Mighty Mississippi River through Arkansas"

Subfile A42[02].1972-1977.2: 27/03/73 - 14/12/731. Correspondence regarding areas of the Great River Road, with maps of

the areas; comprehensive studies, Lower Mississippi Region; meeting minutes; Great River Road funds for FY 1974

2. Section Maps of the route for the White River Bridge proposalSubfile A42[02].1972-1977.3: 20/01/72 - 27/11/72

1. Reports - Advisory Services2. Correspondence regarding meeting announcements and minutes; MS

River Parkway Commission Annual ConventionSUBSERIES 12: A44 MEMORANDUMS OF AGREEMENT WITH FEDERAL, STATE and LOCAL AGENCIES

FILE A44.1987-1989: MEMORANDUMS OF AGREEMENT 44

28 APRIL 1987 - 29 DECEMBER 198946 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A44.1987-1989.1: 18/12/87 - 29/12/891. Correspondence regarding memorandums of understanding with Hot

Springs National Park and the city of Hot Springs for fire protection; interpark agreement, Fire Management Office and clerk positions among Hot Springs National Park, Buffalo National River, Pea Ridge National Memorial Park; memorandums of agreement between Hot Springs National Park and the Friends of the Fordyce; National Park Service and U. S. Forest Service (USFS) Cooperating Agreement

Subfile A44.1987-1989.2: 28/04/87 - 18/11/871. Correspondence regarding Memorandums of Understanding with the

Friends of the Fordyce; Senior Community Service Employment Program; Memorandums of Agreement with Hot Springs BH Mechanical Equipment Recording Project and the Good Sam Club of AR.

FILE A44.1984-1986: MEMORANDUMS OF AGREEMENT 08 FEBRUARY 1984 - 20 OCTOBER 198640 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A44.1984-1986.1: 22/06/84 - 20/10/861. Correspondence regarding Park Action about county roads in the park;

Gen. Mgmt Plan, Development Concept Plan; `Take Pride In America'(TPIA) and `Catch the Scouting Spirit', utilization of the Volunteers in support of TPIA; draft of NPS-53, Special Park Use; Coop. Agreement Reaffirmation Memo. with Univ. of AR., Special Collections; Law Enforcement Agreement

Subfile A44.1984-1986.2: 08/02/84 - 08/06/841. Correspondence regarding Law Enforcement Memorandums of

Understanding, with copies; Fire Protection between. HOSNP and the City of Hot Springs; HOSNP and USFS, Wildland Fire Protection

FILE A44.1978-1980: MEMORANDUMS OF AGREEMENT 01 DECEMBER 1978 - 08 DECEMBER 198040 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A44.1978-1980.1: 29/09/80 - 08/12/801. Correspondence Memorandums of Agreements with Advisory Council on

Historic Preservation and HOSNP; coop. agreement between NPS and National Endowment of the Arts, with list of Regional and State Art Agencies, Exec. Directors and service organizations

2. Memorandums of Understanding/Agreement with the Garland County Sheriff's Office and HOSNP; HOSNP and Ouachita National Forest

Subfile A44.1978-1980.2: 03/01/79 - 24/07/801. Correspondence regarding Coop. Agreements, Memorandums of

Agreements and Interagency Agreements; Archival Agreement with the Univ. of AR and NPS, with copy; Memo. of Understanding between EPA and DOI concerning water quality mgmt. planning; Coop Agreement between City of Hot Springs and HOSNP

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Subfile A44.1978-1980.3: 01/12/78 - 21/12/781. Correspondence regarding revision of NPS-20 Coop. Agreements

Guidelines with draft copy, 11 DEC 1978; Coop. Agreement between. HOSNP and AR State Forestry Commission for Wildland Fire Protection with copy of the Agreement

SUBSERIES 13: A46 COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES FILE A46.1987-1988: COMMUNICATION SERVICES

22 JANUARY 1987 - 01 SEPTEMBER 198806 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding improperly connected alarm system; opening the lines of communication; response to requests for telephone equipment; inventories and FTS number confirmation; AR Protection Planning Committee

FILE A46.1984-1986: COMMUNICATION SERVICES 07 FEBRUARY 1984 - 03 NOVEMBER 198605 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums Emergency After Hours telephone contacts; phone calls; FTS Service; feasibility study of install a FTS line at HOSNP

FILE A46.1908-1913: TELEPHONE 30 JUNE 1908 - 06 JUNE 191310 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding S.W. Telegraph and Telephone Company's request for permission to lay a small cable for extension of service to bathhouses on the east side of Central Ave; request for a separate line desk telephone to be installed in the superintendent's office; rental of a private post office box

SUBSERIES 14: A52 FUND RAISING and OTHER CIVIC CAMPAIGNS FILE A52.1984-1986: FUNDRAISING and OTHER CIVIC CAMPAIGNS

25 OCTOBER 1984 - 12 DECEMBER 198606 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandum regarding Combination Federal Campaign; United Way Campaign

2. Copy of the Combined Federal Campaign of Garland County PlanFILE A52.1917: FUND RAISING and OTHER CIVIC CAMPAIGNS

18 OCTOBER 191701 ITEM IN ONE FILE

1. Letter reporting total subscription to the Second Liberty Bond issue of $2400.00 by employees of the Hot Springs Reservation

SUBSERIES 15: A54 INSPECTIONS, APPRAISALS, INVESTIGATIONS, STUDIES, TASK FORCES and SURVEYS

FILE A54.1987-1988: HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK -

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INSPECTIONS, APPRAISALS, INVESTI-GATIONS, STUDIES, TASK FORCES and SURVEYS

31 AUGUST 1987 - 11 APRIL 198818 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A54.1987-1988.1: 1. Memorandums regarding youth education programming and day care questionnaire;

Anonymous Office of Inspector General Report, Freeman Tildman Award - Toni Cooper, with guidelines and travel orders; asbestos tests, Lamar BH; quality items; flooding study by City of Hot Springs; Dr. Martin's Study, with copy

2. Dr. W. Allen Martin's study: Relations between National Park Employees and Volunteer: A Study of Opinions in the Southwest, 31 AUG 1987 (continued in the next subfile)

Subfile A54.1987-1988.2: 1. Employee Survey, copy - JUNE 1987

FILE A54.1980: INSPECTIONS, APPRAISALS, INVESTIGATIONS, ETC.

JANUARY 198001 ITEM IN ONE FILE

1. Report on Survey of Environment Health Facilities for Hot Springs National Park, AR

FILE A54.1923-1953: INSPECTIONS, APPRAISALS, INVESTIGATIONS, ETC.

08 MARCH 1923 - 29 APRIL 195386 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A54.1923-1953.1: 07/04/50 - 29/04/531. Correspondence regarding memo of 24 APR 1953 from Regional

Director regarding Superintendent Allen's trip to Santa Fe; Fiscal Audit Report; Hwy. Engineer T. Moran and Reg. Landscape Architect J.C. Miller's field trips to Hot Springs; field trips to Hot Springs by Regional Forester S.T. Carlson, Regional Naturalist N. Dodge, and Landscape Architect Harold A. Marsh; visit of the Subcommittee of the House Appropriations Committee to Hot Springs, 23-28 March 1951

2. Memos regarding Hot Springs Report and Supplement to contact with members of Congress

3. Audit of Concessioner's AccountsSubfile A54.1923-1953.2: 14/07/42 - 25/01/501. Correspondence regarding audits with HSNP Concessions and HSNP itself2. Correspondence regarding field trips made to HSNP by Hwy Engineer S.D. Hendricks

and Landscape Architect H.A. Marsh; Regional Director Drury's visit to Hot Springs and list of those attending the Chamber of Commerce Banquet in his honor

3. Memorandums regarding Field Auditor's examination of records and accounts of HSNP; proposed reservoir and cooling system; Regional Engineer Lassiter's inspection of HSNP, 28JUN1943-04JUL1943; Audit of the accounts of BH operators

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Subfile A54.1923-1953.3: 08/03/23 - 24/12/411. Report on the history of Hot Springs National Park2. Field Report: Plans and design division for 19-21 MAY 1941 with Associate

Landscape Architect Miller and Regional Chief of Planning Cornell 3. Correspondence regarding Senior Auditor's Glenn's audit of accounts and records

within HSNP, memos concerning report; Congressman McClellan concern over the operation of the Government Free Bathhouse; Regional Director Horace Albright's visit to Hot Springs with Secretary of the Interior, Dr. Work; Mr. Mather's trip to Hot Springs

FILE A54.1919-1923: TRAIN INSPECTORS 07 JANUARY 1919 - 16 JANUARY 1932270 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile A54.1919-1923.1: 13/06/28 - 16/01/321. Correspondence regarding authority to use railroad passes for performance of duties,

to expose drummers on board the trains; the procedure of the train inspectors; Superintendent de Valin informing the railroads of drumming on their trains; request for annual train passes by Hot Springs National Park superintendents

2. SEPARATION: 07 railroad passes from the Rock Island and Pacific Railway Company and the Missouri Railway Company LOCATION: CURATORIAL, HOSP ????

3. Statement read by train inspectors on incoming trains to Hot Springs, discontinued in 1930

Subfile A54.1919-1923.2: 16/08/24 - 07/06/281. Correspondence regarding changes in the announcement made by train

inspectors upon arrival in Hot Springs; authority to use train passes and carry out the duties as train inspectors; requests and receipt of annual passes


Subfile A54.1919-1923.4: 02/02/20 - 02/02/221. Correspondence, SAME AS SUBFILE A54.1919-19232. Reports of number of people coming to Hot Springs, JAN-FEB 1920

Subfile A54.1919-1923.5: 07/01/19 - 02/01/201. Reports on the number of people arriving in Hot Springs by train for

December 19192. Correspondence regarding Pullman transportation; Y.W.C.A.'s request

for the train inspectors to distribute their business cards to unaccompanied lady passengers coming into Hot Springs

FILE A54.1911-1918: TRAIN INSPECTORS 06 DECEMBER 1911 - 27 DECEMBER 1918


1. Correspondence regarding Y.W.C.A.'s request for the train inspectors to distribute their business cards to unaccompanied lady passengers; request and receipt of limited annual passes between L.R. and Hot Springs; authority to use these passes by

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the train inspectors; verification/reinforcement of reasons for train inspectors on the trains: to expose drummers

2. Correspondence between Dr. Parks and Director Stephen MatherSubfile A54.1911-1918.2: 14/12/14 - 25/01/16

1. Correspondence regarding request and receipt of annual passes; authority to use these passes as train inspectors; official copy of the announcement made by the train inspectors; a resolution, made by the city of Hot Springs, to discontinue the announcement

Subfile A54.1911-1918.3: 06/10/13 - 13/10/141. Resolution of the Businessmen's League to discontinue the practice of making the

announcement upon arrival in Hot Springs and instead hand out a pamphlet, 13OCT1914

2. Editorial in the Hot Springs News Era, 23 April 1914 regarding the train announcement, with subsequent correspondence

3. Correspondence regarding request and receipt of transportation passes; improper way that government employees receive free passes; Sentinel Record article, 07JAN1914

4. Reports on the number of people who enter Hot Springs by train, SEPT-DEC 1913Subfile A54.1911-1918.4: 06/12/11 - 01/10/131. Report on the number of people enter Hot Springs by train, September 19132. Various newspaper articles about the announcement made by the train inspectors3. Correspondence regarding certain aspects and possibilities about the announcement4. Depositions regarding Inspector Wheelock's case where he accused C.W. Woodward

of being "a grafter and a crook" SUB-SUBSERIES 15.1: A5415 CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEES

NOT AVAILABLESUB-SUBSERIES 15.2: A5419 DEPARTMENTAL

NOT AVAILABLESUB-SUBSERIES 15.3: A5423 WASHINGTON OFFICE

FILE A5423.1987: WASHINGTON OFFICE - INSPECTIONS, APPRAISALS, INVESTIGATIONS, ETC.

03 JUNE 1987 - 07 JUNE 198702 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding General Accounting Office conducting a review of Maintenance Needs of National Parks; OIG inquiry about contracting warrants

SUB-SUBSERIES 15.4: A5425 REGIONAL OFFICESFILE A5427.1986-1989: REGIONAL OFFICE

09 MAY 1986 - 29 NOVEMBER 198909 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

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1. Memorandums regarding trips to Hot Springs, trip reports; review of operations evaluation team for Hot Springs

SUB-SUBSERIES 15.5: A5427 FIELD OFFICES FILE A5427.1987-1989: FIELD OFFICES

06 JULY 1987 - 05 JULY 198906 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding internal controls; internal control audit; report on operations evaluations; operations evaluation self-appraisal

FILE A5427.1983-1985: FIELD OFFICES 07 NOVEMBER 1983 - 18 JULY 198527 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A5427.1983-1985.1: 24/12/84 - 18/07/851. Correspondence and memorandums regarding Data General computer

purchase; Service Center travel; Reg. Staff Officer's trip report about bathhouses and Utilities; tourism survey from Chamber of Commerce; Public Opinion Surveys in Park; visits to Hot Springs from Associate Reg. Dir.; Service Revenue Mgmt Assessment

2. Copy of Revenue Strategies Assessment for HOSNP, copy *contd in next subfile

Subfile A5427.1983-1985: 07/11/83 - 05/01/851. Memorandums regarding "Where the NPS is Going"; Service Center

travel; recent site visit to HOSNP from Historical Architect Anthony Crosley; trip reports

FILE A5427.1981-1983: FIELD OFFICES17 FEBRUARY 1981 - 09 NOVEMBER


Subfile A5427.1981-1983.1: 02/10/81 - 09/11/831. Memorandums regarding trip reports; Service Center travel; Mgmt

evaluation; evaluation team's recommendations; operation evaluation, maintenance mgmt

2. Report on Environmental Health Facilities for HOSNP, Arkansas - SEPT 1983

Subfile A5427.1981-1983.2: 17/02/81 - 06/07/81 1. Memorandums regarding Survey of Environmental Health Facilities;

implementation of recommendations of the Gateway National Recreation Area Review Team, servicewide

2. Report on Survey Environmental Health Facilities, April 1981 - minutes from closeout meeting w/ Chuck Bowman, Public Health Consultant, 30 APR 1981

SUB-SUBSERIES 15.6: A5427-01 MANAGEMENT EVALUATIONSFILE A5427-01.1987: MANAGEMENT EVALUATIONS

12 MARCH 1987 - 08 JULY 1987

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05 ITEMS IN ONE FILE1. Memorandums regarding Review of Draft Mgmt Policies; Review of Draft

Mgmt Policies on Use of the Park; Organizational Structures Task Force, Survey Questions, with copy of survey

FILE A5427-01.1983: MANAGEMENT EVALUATION 01 SEPTEMBER 1983 - 22 NOVEMBER 198307 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A5427-01.1983.1: 01/10/83 - 22/11/83 1. Memorandum regarding Management Evaluation, JUNE 9-13, 19832. Replies to the evaluation, 01 OCT 1983 and 31 MAR 1984*continued in next subfile

Subfile A5427-01.1983.2: 23/09/83 - 01/10/831. Memorandums regarding Concession Management; Staff Assistance

Review with Concession Mgmt; HOSNP Staff Assistance ReviewSubfile A5427-01.1983.3: 01/09/83 - 02/09/83

1. Management Evaluation for HOSNP, JUNE 6-9, 1983SUB-SUBSERIES 15.7: A5431 OTHER AGENCIES

FILE A5431.1987: OTHER AGENCIES 02 JULY 1987 - 15 JULY 1987 06 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding GAO maintenance questionnaire; GAO Audit2. Copies of Survey on Maintenance of the National Parks

FILE A5431.1980: OTHER AGENCIES 15 FEBRUARY 1980 - 08 JANUARY 198004 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Copy of NPS Study Fact Sheet2. Correspondence regarding Study of Role Conflict and Ambiguity; AR Hwy

Transportation Department initiating studies on proposed East-West arterial to alleviate traffic congestion in Hot Springs

SUBSERIES 16: A56 INSTRUCTIONS and ORDERSFILE A56.1984-1985: INSTRUCTIONS and ORDERS

20 NOVEMBER 1984 - 29 APRIL 198505 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding Public Reporting Program; Draft Policy Directive on Amenities at NPS Employee Housing; Draft Guidelines on Special Park Use (NPS-53)

SUB-SUBSERIES 16.01: A56[01] OMB CIRCULAR A76FILE A56[01].1984: OMB CIRCULAR A76


1. Memorandums regarding A-76 expenses, APR - OCT reporting period; A-51

76 firefighting; Mgmt Study - Maintenance Division; Bumpers Amendment concerning A-76; NPCA letter about A-76 training

2. Executive SummarySUB-SUBSERIES 16.02: A56[02] QUALITY ASSURANCES SURVEILLANCE PLAN

FILE A56[02].1981-1983: QUALITY ASSURANCES SURVEILLANCE PLAN

1981-198301 ITEM IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A56[02].1981-1983.1: 1. Quality Assurances Surveillance Plan, page 1-51

Subfile A56[02].1981-1983.2:1. Continuation from Subfile A56.1981-1983.1, pages 52-120

Subfile A56[02].1981-1983.3: 1. Continuation from Subfile A56.1981-1983.2, pages 121-181

SUB-SUBSERIES 16.03: A5615 SECRETARY'S ORDERS NOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 16.04: A5619 SECRETARY'S OFFICE MEMORANDA

NOT AVAILABLESUB-SUBSERIES 16.05: A5621 NPS PERMANENT GUIDELINES

NOT AVAILABLESUB-SUBSERIES 16.06: A5623 NPS SPECIAL DIRECTIVES

FILE A5623[06].1987-1989: NPS SPECIAL DIRECTIVES 13 AUGUST 1987 - 05 JUNE 198918 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding death of NPS retiree Alice C. Horner; Special Directive 80-1; Board of Survey Procedures; Public Lands Day; Take Pride in America Workfest '87, guide to media relations

2. Special Directive 87-5 - Required Occupancy, with notices of appointments and certification area, Board of Survey

SUB-SUBSERIES 16.07: A5627 NPS STAFF DIRECTIVESNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 16.08: A5631 WASO MEMORANDANOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 16.09: A5635 FIELD DIRECTORATE MEMORANDAFILE A5635[09]].1981-1983: FIELD DIRECTORATE MEMORANDA

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04 MAY 1981 - 26 AUGUST 198315 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding employment of BH employees; 2nd Annual Healthfest; concession matters; BH advertising; BH operations; BH Security considerations; seasonal employees

FILE A5635[09].1963-1975: MEMORANDUMS TO CONCESSIONERS

23 JANUARY 1963 - 04 SEPTEMBER 1975


1. Memorandums regarding training for technicians; additions/subtractions to Registered Physicians’ List; cancellation of daily reports; insurance coverage; energy conservation; hrs of operation, holidays; repairs and maintenance expenditure report; annual financial reports; fire and safety inspections; bathing procedures

Subfile A5635[09].1963-1975.2: 23/01/63 - 04/04/681. Memorandums regarding meetings of the Examining Board for

Technicians; advertising; retention of records by concessioner; additions/subtraction to the Registered Physicians’ List; TB testing of BH employees; reporting of influential visitors; inspections; whirlpool equipment; revised standard bath instructions; bath attendant school

FILE A5635[09].1954-1962: MEMORANDUMS TO CONCESSIONERS

11 FEBRUARY 1954 - 10 OCTOBER 1962


1. Memorandums regarding whirlpool sales accountability; training; BH regulations and directions; installation of whirlpool equipment; operating schedule; massage services; room temps; additions/subtraction to the Registered Physicians’ List; complimentary bath; physical exam; wages/pay

Subfile A5635[09].1954-1962.2: 14/11/55 - 10/02/611. SAME AS Subfile A5635.1954-1962.1

Subfile A5635[09].1954-1962.3: 11/02/54 - 30/09/551. SAME AS Subfile A5635.1954-1962.2

FILE A5635[09].1956-1959: CONCESSION AUDIT 01 JANUARY 1956 - 31 DECEMBER

195901 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Hot Springs National Park Physical Medicine Center, HOSNP, AR: Concession Audit - Books and Records, 17 pages

SUB-SUBSERIES 16.10: A5639 FIELD OFFICE and INSTRUCTIONAL MEMORANDUM

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FILE A5639[10].1959:FIELD OFFICE INSTRUCTIONAL MEMORANDUM 06 JULY 195901 ITEM IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandum regarding Gulpha Creek closed to bathing: Administrative Order

SUB-SUBSERIES 16.11: A5641 OTHER FEDERAL AGENCIESNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 16.12: A5643 REQUESTS FOR COPIES OF ABOVENOT AVAILABLE

SUBSERIES 17: A58 INTERMENTSFILE A58.1988: INTERM[ENT]S

17 FEBRUARY 1988 - 25 FEBRUARY 198802 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Notes about location and situation of cemetery, possible archeological resource protection violation, concerning confidentiality

FILE A58.1979: INTERMENTS 12 FEBRUARY 1979 - 17 MAY 197904 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding burials on NPS land; requests for information on gravesites

SUBSERIES 18: A60 VISITS 1923-1953FILE A60.1923-1953: VISITS

27 SEPTEMBER 1923 - 21 JULY 1953125 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A60.1923-1953.1: 09/07/51 - 21/07/531. Correspondence regarding Study of Conservation Practices in National

Parks by Everett P. Buchan; visit of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Parker from Vermont, promotional contest between AR and VT; visit of Walter L. Huber; visit of the Lt. Governor of Virginia, L. Preston Collins; the Southern Governors Conference, 11-13 November 1951; the proposed visit of the Asst. Secretary of the Interior Northrop

Subfile A60.1923-1953.2: 14/09/48 - 07/10/501. Correspondence regarding the visit of Minoru Inima; the visit of Timber

Specialists from 11 Marshall Plan countries to HSNP; the visit of Mr. Osamu Ikenouye, representative of National Park Div. of the Welfare Ministry of the Japanese Govt.; the proposed trip of Mr. R. Kuzabari, Head of the Department of Tourism, Ministry of National Economy of Syria; Frances Perkins identity, was part of Pres. Roosevelt's Cabinet; the visit of Mr. and Mrs. Emanuel Celler,15th District of New York, to Hot Springs

Subfile A60.1923-1953.3: 27/09/23 - 08/09/481. Correspondence regarding the visit of Congressman J. Hardin Peterson,

Chairman of the House Public Lands Committee; visit of Harlean James; the visit of

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the Honorable Nathan R. Marigold, Municipal Court for the District of Columbia; the visit of M. S. Dodd, Chief Examiner of the Bureau of the Budget

2. Letter regarding President and Mrs. Roosevelt's Visit to Hot Springs National Park, dated 11 JUN 1936

SUB-SUBSERIES 18.1: A6019 VISITS OF GOVERNMENT PERSONNELFILE A6019.1984-1986: GOVERNMENT PERSONNEL


1. Memorandums regarding visit of Gov. Dukakis, MA; Director Mott, Reg. Director Cook and Melvin Bell in Hot Springs; Reg. Director John Cook; Mark Mendoza, Chief of Personnel, SWRO; Lowell NHP Superintendent Sandy Walter

2. Correspondence regarding letter from Rotary Club of Hot Springs to Director Mott about Hot Springs

FILE A6019.1962-1972: VISITS OF GOVERNMENT PERSONNEL

07 JUNE 1962 - 15 SEPTEMBER 197205 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Newspaper articles regarding the visits of: Asst. Secretary of the Interior, Nathaniel P. Reed, 1972; Frank Kowski, SW Region Director, 1972; Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson, 1962

SUB-SUBSERIES 18.2: A6021 VISITS OF FOREIGN PERSONSNOT AVAILABLE

SUBSERIES 19: A62 LOST, FOUND AND STOLEN ARTICLESNOT AVAILABLE

SUBSERIES 20: A64 ORGANIZATIONSUB-SUBSERIES 20.1: A64[01] VISITS OF FOREIGN PERSONS

FILE A64[01].1984-1985: MANAGEMENT EFFICIENCY 18 JANUARY 1984 - 25 NOVEMBER


Subfile A64[01].1984-1985.1: 25/09/84 - 25/11/851. Correspondence and memorandums regarding visit of Lowell NHP

Superintendent; Mgmt Efficiency Reports (MER) for JAN-OCT 1985, NOV-DEC 1984; Management Efficiency Accomplishments, last quarter 1984; waste, fraud and abuse; donated funds; monthly Management Efficiency Reports

Subfile A64[01].1984-1985.2: 18/01/84 - 17/09/841. Correspondence and memorandums regarding internal control, Federal

Managers' Financial Integrity Act statements; Managers' Efficiency Reports, JAN-JUN 1984; MER Accomplishment Statements; Maintenance Mgmt Efficiency

SUB-SUBSERIES 20.2: A64[02] ROLE AND FUNCTION STATEMENTFILE A64[02].1978: ROLE AND FUNCTION STATEMENT

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1. Memorandums regarding Functional Statements, organizational charts for HOSNP

SUB-SUBSERIES 20.3: A6415 LIST AND DIRECTORIESFILE A6415.1989: LISTS AND DIRECTORIES

30 JANUARY 1989 - 15 DECEMBER 198922 ITEMS IN ONE FILE (NOT

CHRONOLOGICAL)1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding dedication of the Fordyce

BH Visitor Center; Trail of Tears dedication; NPS Week proclaimed by AR. Gov. Bill Clinton on 73rd Anniversary of NPS; operation of Fordyce BH Visitor Center

FILE A6415.7-8/1989: LISTS and DIRECTORIES 25 JULY 1989 - 07 AUGUST 198902 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Information Sheet for Pacific Northwest Region2. Memorandum regarding revised brochure for HOSNP

FILE A6415.1987-1989: LISTS and DIRECTORIES 27 JANUARY 1987 - 15 DECEMBER 198854 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A6415.1987-1989.1: 09/12/88 - 15/12/891. Memorandums regarding updating personnel directory from each member

of the staff2. Completed Personnel directory

Subfile A6415.1987-1989.2: 27/01/87 - 05/02/881. Correspondence and memorandums regarding Emergency Telephone

Directory Update; members of 100th Congress and Congressional Subcommittee Assignments; between Hot Springs Convention and Visitor Bureau and HOSNP

2. Personnel Directory, 27 JAN 1987FILE A6415.1978-1980: LISTS and DIRECTORIES

22 MAY 1978 - 16 APRIL 198017 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding revised page 15, NPS, SWR, Conservation Organization Directory; assignments of the Legislative Affairs Specialists; legal division; museum updating; new NPS Directory

2. SWRO Retiree Directory, JAN 19803. Copy of Arkansas Senate Districts

SUB-SUBSERIES 20.4: A6419 GOALS/OBJECTIVES (LONG TERM MANAGEMENT PLAN)FILE A6419.1987-1989: GOALS/OBJECTIVES

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18 NOVEMBER 1987 - 23 OCTOBER 198932 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding Division Project assignments; Division Goals for FY 1990; Fiscal 1990 Annual Goals; FY 1989 Goals; possible visit by Secretary Lujan and Assistant Secretary Herriman; defensive driving training; safety award - mercury testing of Fordyce BH

2. List of Funds needed for Goals3. NPS Employee Safety Achievement/Performance Awards Program

SUB-SUBSERIES 20.5: A6423 MANAGEMENT POLICIESFILE A6423.1986-1989: INTERNAL CONTROL REVIEW

28 JULY 1986 - 03 AUGUST 198934 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A6423.1986-1989.1: 11/07/88 - 03/08/891. Memorandums regarding Annual Statement on Internal Accounting and Administrative

Control; Corrective Action Tracking System2. Control Evaluation Documentation, Quality Assurance, 30 AUG 19893. Listing of Significant Improvements; Control Evaluation Reports: Property Mgmt.,

Curatorial Service, Law EnforcementSubfile A6423.1986-1989.2: 20/07/87 - 07/11/88

1. Memorandums regarding Annual Statement on Internal Accounting and Administration Control; Mgmt, Operation and Internal Controls Evaluation Report; Operations Evaluation; Programming and Budget; Annual Statement on Internal Review

2. Enclosures: Alt. Internal Control Review, Cash Mgmt; Test Plan, Cash Mgmt; Control Evaluation Report; Debt Collection, Alt. Internal Control Review Questionnaire; Control Evaluation Report

3. Boy Scout Conservation Education and Work Projects - project surveySubfile A6423.1986-1989.3: 28/07/86 - 31/07/87

1. Internal Control Review Report on Material Weakness regarding components of Law-Enforcement; Personnel, Property and Quarters Mgmt; Safety and Environment Health Program; procurement

2. Memorandums regarding Annual Statements on Internal Accounting and Administration Control; Internal Control, Corrective Action; Quarterly Review, Internal Control; tracking system

FILE A6423.1986: INTERNAL CONTROL REVIEW 19 MARCH 1986 - 05 DECEMBER 198621 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A6423.1986.1: 14/05/86 - 05/12/861. Memorandums regarding Quarterly Review, Internal Control Evaluation

Review Reports; receipt and inspection of property; Internal Control, Annual Statement on Internal Review and Internal Accounting and Administrative Control; proposed Internal Controls, Maintenance Division; Internal Control Questionnaire, Safety and Environmental Health Program; Internal Control Review, Law-Enforcement Agreement

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2. Control Evaluation Review Reports regarding components: Personnel Mgmt; Automated Data Processing; Property Mgmt; Cash Mgmt

3. Memorandum of Understanding between HOSNP and Garland County Sheriff's Office [continued in next subfile]

Subfile A6423.1986.2: 19/03/86 - 14/05/861. Test Plan copy: Cash Management2. Test Plan copy: Debt Collection3. Memorandum regarding Internal Controls

FILE A6423.6-12/1982:MANAGEMENT POLICIES 01 JUNE 1982 - 06 DECEMBER 1982146 ITEMS IN SEVEN SUBFILES

Subfile A6423.6-12/1982.1: 06/12/82 - 26/07/821. Memorandums regarding servicewide Performance Indicators for Basic

Operations; Basic Operations Implementation2. Basic Operations Implementation, 34 pages

Subfile A6423.6-12/1982.2: 22/04/82 - 21/06/821. Memorandums regarding Report and Recommendations on Basic

Operations; Basic Operation computer printout2. NPS Basic Operations Study - Cost Summary by Park, Cost Center and

Program Category, printout, pages 3054-30733. NPS Basic Operations Study: Program Category Groupings, HOSNP, p.

264, printoutSubfile A6423.6-12/1982.3: 19/04/82

1. NPS Basic Operations Study - Task Summary by Park: SW Region in Cost Center Sequence, pp. 4454-4477

Subfile A6423.6-12/1982.4: 19/04/821. Continuation of Subfile A6423.6-12/1982.3 - pp. 4478-4502

Subfile A6423.6-12/1982.5: 19/04/821. Continuation of Subfile A6423.6-12/1982.4 - pp. 4503-45122. Memorandum regarding Basic Operation Computer printout3. Basic Operations - Unit Summary Verification Matrix

Subfile A6423.6-12/1982.6: NO DATES AVAILABLE1. Program Worksheets for Program Categories: Mgmt, Concession Mgmt,

Personnel, Finance/Budget, Visitor Services, Interpretation, VIP Program, Rehabilitation, Research and Studies, Preservation of Objects, Patrol and Enforcement, Criminal Investigations, Emergency Services, fee collection, Search and Rescue

Subfile A6423.6-12/1982.7: NO DATE AVAILABLE1. Program Worksheets for Program Categories: Safety Program, Facility Protection,

Natural Resource Mgmt, Natural Fire Mgmt, Maintenance, Cyclic Maintenance, Finance/Budget, Personnel, Visitor Service, Interpretation, VIP Program,

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Repair/Rehab, Research and Studies, Preservation of ObjectsFILE A6423.1-5/1982: BASIC OPERATIONS (MANAGEMENT POLICIES)

11 FEBRUARY 1982 - 16 OCTOBER 1982278 ITEMS IN NINE SUBFILES

Subfile A6423.1-5/1982.1: 1. Memorandums regarding Basic Operations Project, Submission2. Basic Operation Statement for HOSNP, 16 DEC 19813. Program Worksheets regarding: Cultural Cyclic, Cyclic Maintenance,

Facility Operations, Natural Resource Mgmt, Natural Fire MgmtSubfile A6423.1-5/1982.2:

1. Program Worksheets regarding: Facility Operations, Visitor Services, Interpretation, Public Affairs, Repairs/Rehab, Traffic Control, Preventative and Cyclic Maintenance, Natural Fire Mgmt, Research and Studies, Natural Resource Mgmt, Concession Mgmt, Cultural Cyclic, VIP Program

Subfile A6423.1-5/1982.3:1. Program Worksheets regarding: Repair/Rehabilitative, Facility Operations,

Cultural Cyclic, Preventative and Cyclic Maintenance, Preservation of ObjectsSubfile A6423.1-5/1982.4:

1. Program Worksheets regarding: Repair/Rehabilitative, Facility Operations, Preventative and Cyclic Maintenance

Subfile A6423.1-5/1982.5: 1. Program Worksheets regarding: Repair/Rehabilitation, Facility Operations,

Preventative and Cyclic Maintenance, Facility Protection, SafetySubfile A6423.1-5/1982.6:

1. Program Worksheets regarding: Repair/Rehabilitative, Patrol and Enforcement, Criminal Investigations, Emergency Services, Search and Rescue, Facilities, Preventative and Cyclic Maintenance

Subfile A6423.1-5/1982.7: 1. Program Worksheets regarding: Concession Mgmt, Fee Collection, Facility

Operation, Preventative and Cyclic MaintenanceSubfile A6423.1-5/1982.8:

1. Program Worksheets regarding: Mgmt, Personnel, Finance/Budget, Interpretation, Research and Studies, Facility Operations and Protection, Preventative and Cyclic Maintenance, Property/Procurement

2. Copy of Core Mission Legislation and Executive Orders *contd in next subfile

Subfile A6423.1-5/1982.9: 14/12/811. Basic Operation Statement, HOSNP, 15 DEC 19812. Memorandums regarding Core Mission, comments and clarifications3. Core Mission Process, 24 pages

FILE A6423.1907-1950: MANAGEMENT POLICIES

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25 JULY 1907 - 23 MARCH 195018 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding segregation within the national park; policies concerning granting additional leases, use of the hot water; question of shipping the Hot Springs water outside the Park; St. Joseph’s Infirmary building a new hospital, by soliciting contributions in the Reservation; Lions Club's request for playground apparatus in a portion of Whittington Lake Park; Garland Co. Chap. of the Red Cross selling tickets to a Charity ball at the Arlington; requests from the Businessmen's League for a few barrels of the hot water to be used on the dining cars on the railroad

2. Memorandums regarding policy regarding BH meters and possible changes; proposal, installing a paper cup vending machines at hot water fountains

SUB-SUBSERIES 20.6: A6427 ORGANIZATIONAL CHARTSFILE A6427.1988-1989: ORGANIZATIONAL CHARTS, OTHER FIELD OFFICES

17 AUGUST 1988 - 01 AUGUST 198914 ITEMS IN ONE FILE (NOT IN

CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER)1. Memorandums regarding Work Plan Accomplishments; Comments to the Corps of

Engineers from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service about Reconnaissance Study for flood control measures in downtown Hot Springs; Flooding Reconnaissance Study - Downtown Hot Springs Trip Report

2. Flood Control Report and Organization Chart for HOSNPFILE A6427.1986: ORGANIZATIONAL CHARTS, OTHER FIELD OFFICES

07 JULY 198602 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandum regarding HOSNP Organizational Chart2. Organizational Chart for HOSNP

FILE A6427.1929-1955: ORGANIZATIONAL CHARTS 31 JANUARY 1929 - 1 JULY 195534 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A6427.1929-1955.1: 14/05/40 - 01/06/551. Two oversized flow charts showing the organization of HOSNP

2. Organizational chart and list as of 25 JAN 19553. Personnel Organization Lists, 30 JUN 19534. Personnel Organizational Lists, 1940, 1950, 1952, 19535. Organization chart, 27 MAY 1948

Subfile A6427.1929-1955.2: 31/12/33 - 03/11/381. Personnel organization List for fiscal years 1933-1938

Subfile A6427.1929-1955.3: 31/12/331. Personnel Organization List for fiscal year 1933

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2. Two oversized organizational charts for Cooperative AgenciesSUB-SUBSERIES 20.7: A6435 STANDARDS

FILE A6435.G/1981-1983: HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK, GOALS and OBJECTIVES

11 AUGUST 1981 - 03 OCTOBER 1983

10 ITEMS IN ONE FILE1. Memorandums regarding functional responsibilities for programs in

Divisions of Natural, Recreation and Planning and Design; work goals, FY 1982 Goals2. List for Administration, Protection and Maintenance Goals

FILE A6435.1981-1983: HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK 26 MARCH 1981 - 05 APRIL 198307 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Organizational Charts for Hot Springs National Park2. Copy of NPS Position Status Report for Hot Springs National Park

FILE A6435.1980: FIELD OFFICES 14 MARCH 1980 - 05 NOVEMBER 198005 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding goals and objectives; Resource and Visitor Protection Goals, 1981; Progress/Completion of 1980 Objectives; 1980 Objectives - Call for 1981 Objectives; Urban Initiative

2. Organization Chart for Hot Springs National ParkFILE A6435.1968-1971: FIELD OFFICES

20 NOVEMBER 1968 - 02 JULY 1971


1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding orientation trip to Fort Smith and Pea Ridge; daily report of cluster activities; area identification standards; visitor center operation; area operations and staff reductions

Subfile A6435.1968-1971.2: 08/11/68 - 05/02/691. Correspondence and memorandums regarding area operations and staff reductions;

abolishment of Chief Park Naturalist position; curtailment of operations2. Memorandum of Understanding between Hot Springs National Park and the city of Hot

Springs for protection, maintenance and operation on West Mountain Drive, with minutes to meetings regarding this

Subfile A6435.1968-1971.3: 21/11/68 - 17/12/681. Copy of Resolution No. 897,regarding the Memorandum between. the

National Park and the City, with original Memorandum of Understanding2. Correspondence and memorandums regarding uniform practice in hand-

ling violations of rules and regulations; cutbacks in NPS operations

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Subfile A6435.1968-1971.4: 20/11/69 - 29/11/681. Correspondence and memorandums regarding area operations and

staffing; cutbacks in NPS operations2. Draft copy of the Memorandum of Understanding between HOSNP and the

CityFILE A6435.1955-1968: STANDARDS, FIELD OFFICES

17 JANUARY 1955 - 19 NOVEMBER 1968103 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile A6435.1955-1968.1: 14/10/68 - 19/11/681. Memorandums regarding Area Operations and Staffing; city's maintenance

and protection of West Mt. curtailment of visitor services; re-opening of Arkansas Post National Monument

2. Newspaper articles regarding West Mt. Dr and curtailments in NPSSubfile A6435.1955-1968.2: 04/10/68 - 14/10/68

1. Press Releases regarding area staffing; reduced hours at the V.C.2. Hot Springs Brochures c. 19663. Memorandums regarding area operations and staffing; employment

4. List of Appointive Official in charge of HOSNP, since 20 APR 18325. Permanent Budgeted Positions and Employment, FY 1969

Subfile A6435.1955-1968.3: 04/10/68 - 24/02/601. Memorandums regarding organizational representation; operation of

information desk; limited election results for AR; public relations, Buffalo River; Assignment of P.A. Responsibilities; Area Mgmt Study

Subfile A6435.1955-1968.4: 17/01/55 - 23/02/601. Memorandums regarding water system; area mgmt study; Transfer and

Consolidation of Accounting Functions, Procedures for transferring2. Organizational Chart for HOSNP, 09 DEC 19583. Area Management Study, SEPT 1959

Subfile A6435.1955-1968.5: 18/09/591. Organizational Charts for HOSNP

SUB-SUBSERIES 20.8: A6437 MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECTSFILE A6437.1987-1989: MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

27 JANUARY 1987 - 26 DECEMBER 198914 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding FY 1990 Goals, Division Goals; Statement for Mgmt Review; smoking policy in the Fordyce Bathhouse; Management and Operations Evaluation; Maintenance Management System Implementation and Equal Opportunity Training; Maintenance Management Update #88-21, NPS Delays

SUBSERIES 21: A66 MANUALS, GOVERNMENTSUB-SUBSERIES 21.1: A6615 DEPARTMENTAL MANUAL AND OTHER DEPARTMENTAL

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ISSUANCESNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 21.2: A6617 NPS MANUAL AND OTHER NPS ISSUANCES TO FPM ANF FPMR

NOT AVAILABLE SUB-SUBSERIES 21.3: A6621 OTHER FEDERAL AGENCIES (OMB, GSA, OPM, ETC)

NOT AVAILABLE SUB-SUBSERIES 21.4: A6625 REQUESTS FOR COPIES OF ABOVE

NOT AVAILABLESUBSERIES 22: A68 PRINTING AND BINDING

NOT AVAILABLE SUBSERIES 23: A70 NATIONAL PRIOIRITIES

SUB-SUBSERIES 23.1: A7015 CIVIL DEFENSE PROGRAMNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 23.2: A7019 AREA USE, NATIONAL DEFENSENOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 23.3: A7021 CONSERVATION (ENERGY, WATER and RECYCLING OF MATERIALS)

NOT AVAILABLE SUBSERIES 24: A72 INFORMATION RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

SUB-SUBSERIES 24.01: A7215 AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSINGNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 24.02: A7217 CORRESPONDENCE MANAGEMENTNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 24.03: A7219 DIRECTIVES MANAGEMENT SYSTEMNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 24.04: A7221 FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT AND PRIVACY ACT NOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 24.05: A7223 FORMS MANAGEMENTNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 24.06: A7225 MAIL MANAGEMENT FILE A7225.1934-1935: MAIL MANAGEMENT

03 MAY 1934 - 07 MAY 193517 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding changing the name of the Post Office from "Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas" to "Hot Springs, Arkansas" to concur with the corporate city

SUB-SUBSERIES 24.07: A7227 RECORDS MANAGEMENT (INCLUDES FILES MANAGEMENT, RECORDS SCHEDULING

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AND DISPOSITION)NOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 24.08: A7229 REPORTS MANAGEMENTNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 24.09: A7231 VITAL RECORDSNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 24.10: A7233 MICROGRAPHICSNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 24.11: A7235 WORD PROCESSINGNOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 24.12: A7237 NPS INFORMATIONAL SYSTEMSNOT AVAILABLE

SUBSERIES 25: A76 PROTECTION SUB-SUBSERIES 25.1: A7615 HEALTH and SAFETY

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 25.1.1: A7615[01] PATENT MEDICINESFILE A7615[01].1912-1921: PATENT MEDICINES

17 SEPTEMBER 1912 - 23 FEBRUARY 1921

21 ITEMS IN ONE FILE1. SEPARATION: booklet referring to a MICROZONE MEDICINE COMPANY

2. Correspondence related to the above; regarding the Lopez Remedy Company of Wichita, KS and the case against them and various blood purifying remedies that have been sold in Hot Springs

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 25.1.2: A7615[02] MEDICAL SERVICEFILE A7615[02].1903-1913: MEDICAL SERVICE



1. Correspondence regarding Chiropractors as medical doctors or not; they don't prescribe medicine; contagious diseases from the Board of Health; Rules 10 and 11 of the Regulations governing the bathhouses

2. Depositions given by Mrs. F. W. Bower and Dr. T. A. Hightower regarding Ira A. Williams, Chiropractor

3. Transmission of correspondence to Secretary of the Interior from Superintendent Trowbridge regarding Dr. M.F. Mount's, Secy. of the Garland County Medical Society (GCMS), requests for copies of any affidavits or charges against any members of the Society for the last 12 months

4. Play by Rezie Owings Blaydes, M.D.: Dramatization of the novel Lady Eve Subfile A7615[02].1903-1913.2: 15/07/10 - 05/12/12

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1. Correspondence regarding Registered Physicians’ List, additions or subtractions; various experiments, diseases and asking the assistance of Medical Director Hallock; Dr. Harzlip's request to have his name placed on the resident Registered Physicians’ List; amendment to the rules for Army-Navy Officers to be put on the Registered Physicians’ List without going to the Federal Registration Board for examinations

2. Indictment regarding the issue of chiropractors as doctors or not: State vs. Gallagaher, Volume 101, AR Rep.

3. Non-Resident Registered Physicians List, revised 21 SEPT 19114. Register Physicians List for 15 MAR 1911

Subfile A7615[02].1903-1913.3: 29/05/06 - 24/02/101. Correspondence regarding recommendations by the Department of Interior for additions

to the Registered Physicians’ List; printing and distribution of the Registered Physicians’ List throughout the Reservation

2. Letter to the Secretary of the Interior pertaining to drumming and registered physicians Subfile A7615[02].1903-1913.4: 05/10/03 - 01/05/06

1. Recommendations by the Department of the Interior for the Registered Physicians’ List2. Registered Physicians List for 31 October 19043. Letters from the Secretary of the Interior regarding Practitioners of Medicine, 17 JAN

1905FILE A7615[02].1914-1936: MEDICAL SERVICE

08 JANUARY 1914 - 04 APRIL 193688 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile A7615[02].1914-1936.1: 28/04/28 - 04/04/361. Correspondence to Mrs. Billie Louise Crook, Maurice Therapeutic pool, from various

experts regarding the use of the pool in cases of poliomyelitis2. Correspondence regarding various health treatments: high colonic irrigation, vapor

cabinet; from the Superintendent and Medical Director to the Director of NPS; information on the local hospitals in Hot Springs as re-quested by Dr. J.W. Kerr, U.S. Quarantine Station, Fort Monroe, VA

3. Plan for development of HSNP with plan for improved Medical Services in the pay bathhouses of Hot Springs National Park

4. Letter to the Secretary of the Interior through the Superintendent regarding a modification to the rules governing the bathhouses

5. A survey of the Warm Springs Foundation in Warm Springs, Georgia6. Organization of the United States Public Health Service Venereal Disease Clinic

Subfile A7615[02].1914-1936.2: 01/11/17 - 11/01/271. Correspondence regarding Stephen T. Mather's vaccination by

Superintendent Bolten against Smallpox, 11 JAN 1927; resignation of Medical Intelligence Officer L. M. Maus; possible relief of hay fever in HS; Registered Physicians’ List, additions, removals, and printing of list handbills

Subfile A7615[02].1914-1936.3: 01/07/16 - 04/10/171. Correspondence regarding recommendations for additions to the

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Registered Physicians’ List; vaccination against Smallpox, Typhoid and Paratyphoid Fevers; doctors stricken from the Registered Physicians’ List; chiropractors prescribing the baths must be registered with the Federal Registration Board

2. Letter to the Secretary of the Interior regarding enforcement of the Rules and Regulations prescribed for Hot Springs Reservation, 01JUL1916

Subfile A7615[02].1914-1936.4: 08/01/14 - 08/06/161. Correspondence regarding resolution by GCMS, Hot Springs; additions to

the Registered Physicians’ List; Walter Weavers, of MS, arriving in Hot Springs for the baths and then being diagnosed with Leprosy in the ulcerative stage; the Superintendent informing the GCMS of any evidence of charges against any of their members; drumming charges filed against doctors E.B. Rider, H.N. Hardister, W.G. Choate, J.H.C. King; status of Ira Williams', chiropractor, case to prescribe medicine

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 25.1.3: A7615[03] PHYSIOTHERAPYFILE A7615[03].1936-1952: PHYSIOTHERAPY

03 JULY 1936 - 27 AUGUST 1952 116 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile A7615[03].1936-1952.1: 31/10/39 - 27/08/521. Correspondence regarding inspection of physical therapy facilities of the Shreveport, LA

Veterans Administration Hospital; Work Projects Administration (WPA) proposal to build a therapeutic pool at either the Levi Hospital or the Government Free BH; turning the Ozark Sanitorium into a "modern" physiotherapy institution, 20 FEB 1940; scientific research of waters at HOSNP, including the AMA research

Subfile A7615[03].1936-1952.2: 14/10/38 - 01/11/391. Correspondence regarding Dr. R. Kovac's visit and radio address in Hot Springs and his

help in elevating the status of physical therapy and licensing physiotherapy; condition of HOSNP by Superintendent Patraw with members of the medical profession; underwater therapy; curing those who suffer from arthritis/rheumatism, articles from AR Gazette

2. Memorandums to all Registered Physicians regarding underwater therapy pools3. Letter to the President of Arkansas Power and Light Co., Harvey C. Couch, from D. S.

Libbey regarding Libbey's transfer to Glacier National ParkSubfile A7615[03].1936-1952.3: 02/11/36 - 18/06/38

1. Correspondence regarding a trip for Superintendent Libbey to Hot Springs, New Mexico to inspect the new hospital building; Dr. Diederich's letter concerning underwater therapy; Dr. E. M. Smith's supportive letter for a underwater therapy pool to be built for in Hot Springs for treatment of arthritis; possibility and suitability of Hot Springs for underwater therapy and establishing a therapeutic pool; possibility of cooling the water from a central point without aeration; project entitled "Study of the Therapeutic Properties and Uses of Park's Hot Water and Technical Survey of Hot Springs Water" covering six years

Subfile A7615[03].1936-1952.4: 03/07/36 - 29/10/361. Correspondence regarding the American Congress of Physical Therapy in New York, 7-

11 SEPT 1936; physical exam of Geraldine Larson for employment in Hot Springs; curriculum, requirements, approved schools of physiotherapy as requested by Superintendent D.S. Libbey; physiotherapist position at Maurice BH, 2 candidates: Miss

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Katherine McPherron and Miss Geraldine LarsonSUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 25.1.4: A7615[04] MEDICAL DIRECTOR

FILE A7615[04].1910-1938: MEDICAL DIRECTOR 26 JUNE 1910 - 04 FEBRUARY 1938110 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile A7615[04].1910-1938.1: 19/04/32 - 04/02/381. SEPARATION: two booklets

INSTRUCTIONS TO MEDICAL OFFICERS IN CHARGE OF STATE CONTROL OF VENEREAL DISEASE , 1918 [HOSP ????]

COMPENDIUM OF INFORMATION FOR ATTENDANTS - HOT SPRINGS RESERVATION, 1920 [HOSP 6583]

2. Correspondence regarding appointment of O.C. Wenger, surgeon, as Medical Officer in charge at HSNP; instruction sheet which furnished on entrance of patients for treatment at the United States Public Health Service Clinic (USPHS); conference held between doctors of the USPHS Clinic and dept. heads of HOSNP for the purpose of discussing operations between the Clinic and the Free Public BH; appropriations made to the park and the USPHS

2. Report of the Surgeon General regarding the effectiveness of the waters recorded by G.L. Collins, Medical Director, 08 October 1932

3. Additional material to be inserted in circular of general information, Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas

4. Copy of Public Act - No. 449 regarding limiting the use of the Government Free BH to people who are without and unable to obtain means to pay for baths

Subfile A7615[04].1910-1938.2: 21/01/21 - 12/12/301. List of doctors who are exempt from paying the annual license fee: USPHS Staff2. Report of activities of the USPHS Clinic from 01NOV1921-30APR19253. Program for Venereal Disease Control Officers Conference, USPHS, 1-3 December

19244. Correspondence regarding, and copy of, the regulations for conduct of the USPHS

Clinic; USPHS Clinic and Government Free BH: advisory boards, appointments, concerns and congratulations, changes, and equipment; actual status of the Clinic and the Government Free BH; skin-syphilis clinic; Dr. Martin's request that his staff and himself should be exempt from the annual license fee

Subfile A7615[04].1910-1938.3: 28/10/12 - 19/11/201. AR State Board of Health: Rules and Regulations pertaining to Public Buildings, Hotels,

Rooming Houses, Restaurants and Lavatories2. Correspondence regarding Dr. O.C. Wenger’s visit to HS to aid AR Board of Health in

the prevention and control of venereal disease; reports of the work done at the Clinic, conducted at the Government Free BH; Drs. Thompson, Deaderick, Martin, Purdum, Green and Proctor's request to conduct a Free Clinic over the Government Free Bathhouse; Medical Director Hallock's suicide, 19 MAY 1913, funereal arrangements; Med. Director Hallock's various activities, his salary and annual/sick leave

3. City ordinance to prohibit advertisement of cures for venereal disease and sexual 67

disorders4. Examples of venereal disease form from the AR Board of Health5. Regulations at the Government Free Bathhouse Clinic

Subfile A7615[04].1910-1938.4: 11/04/11 - 14/09/121. Lease agreement between Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone Co. and Medical

Director Hallock2. Medical Director's Report, 11 SEPT 1912, 10 pages3. Correspondence regarding letters defending the Medical Dir.'s office from attacks by the

HS Daily News; Medical Dir.'s statement about instruction of bath attendants and policy of the Office in general to the HS Daily News; readjustment of office space to accommodate the Medical Dir.; Hallock's leave of absence with Department of the Interior; laws and regulations governing Leave of Absences; Hallock's reports on electric treatments in the bathhouses; Meyer and Hallock's disagreement pertaining to the duties of the Medical Director's Office

Subfile A7615[04].1910-1938.5: 26/06/10 - 10/04/111. Correspondence regarding duties of the Medical Director; re-vocation of amendment of

9 DEC 1910, to the rules adopted by the Federal Registration Board; M.D. Hallock's license in AR, to practice medicine and to prescribe the hot water; possible use of superintendent’s residence for quarters of the Medical Director; Hallock's appointment, acceptance and differences with Superintendent concerning duties

SUB-SUBSERIES 25.2: A7619 SAFETY MEETING MINUTESFILE A7619.1943-1953: SAFETY MEETING MINUTES

18 JUNE 1943 - 23 OCTOBER 195390 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A7619.1943-1953.1: 16/07/51 - 23/10/531. Safety Meeting minutes for 13 July 1951 - 02 October 1953

Subfile A7619.1943-1953.2: 11/04/46 - 27/02/511. Safety Meeting minutes for 22 March 1946 - 08 June 1951

Subfile A7619.1943-1953.3: 14/08/43 - 27/02/461. Safety Meeting minutes for 18 June 1943 - 15 February 1946

SUB-SUBSERIES 25.3: A7623 ACCIDENTS, INJURIES, DEATHSFILE A7623.1914-1953: DEATHS

05 JANUARY 1914 - 17 NOVEMBER 195398 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A7623.1914-1953.1: 24/08/46 - 17/11/531. Correspondence regarding death of Louis Seidenberg suicide, jumped from

Observation Tower on 22 OCT 19532. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the suicides of

Fred W. Bowman, 03 APR 1953 Carrie Lynch, 28 APR 1948 Ocie R. Burns, 24 AUG 1946

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3. Correspondence regarding death of Johnny G. May, 10 March 1951Subfile A7623.1914-1953.2: 29/01/17 - 25/08/46

1. Correspondence regarding the deaths of Col. John R. Fordyce; Delbert Smith and Ocie R. Burns; William H. Cross and disposal of property

2. Deaths in bathhouses, John B. Roderick in the Quapaw BH and Greenleaf Doe at the New Imperial Bathhouse

Subfile A7623.1914-1953.3: 03/01/14 - 18/07/141. Correspondence regarding the return of belongings of Warren Kekakbah to

his brother; his death and circumstances surrounding the deathFILE A7623.1967-1972: GARY EVANS ACCIDENT, OBSERVATION TOWER

16 AUGUST 1967 - 25 MARCH 197218 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. SEPARATION: Photos of accident LOCATION: CURATORIAL, HOSP ????

2. Documents regarding case against Superintendent Campbell and dismissal3. Correspondence regarding recovery of Gary Evans4. Accident report and statements of witnesses5. News Release of Tower history

FILE A7623.1967-1971: GARY EVANS ACCIDENT, CONTINUATION

16 AUGUST 1967 - 18 JANUARY 197175 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A7623.1967-1971.1: 29/09/67 - 18/01/711. SEPARATION: photos of accident LOCATION: CURATORIAL,

HOSP ????2. Memorandums regarding Gary Evans's accident and litigation following the

accident3. Legal papers: Complaint at Law vs. Superintendent Campbell, 29 OCT

1970; Campbell's answer to complaint against him4. Correspondence regarding inspection of the Tower by the Plaintiff's

counselSubfile A7623.1967-1971.2: 23/10/69 - 20/06/70

1. Memorandums and correspondence regarding suit against Hot Springs Mountain Observation Company: Gary Evans accident; use of Tower facilities and litigation of the Gary Evans's accident; possible tort claim

2. Copy of answer to complaint: Hot Springs Mountain Observation Company denies all allegations of the Evans's complaint, and brief in support of motion to dismiss, and Order

3. Investigative report: Gary Evans's Accident (continued in next subfile)Subfile A7623.1967-1971.3: 16/08/67 - 11/10/68

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1. Deposition record of interview of Superintendent Bernard T. Campbell by George Goode regarding the Gary Evans's accident

2. Memorandums regarding Observation Ticket sales3. Liability form, insurance, along with correspondence regarding concession

contract No. 14-10-9-900-594. Statements of Joey Walters, Robert Duncan and David Owens, witnesses5. Statement of Witness of Donald D. Shoemaker, David Owens; with

accident report and drawing of accident siteFILE A7623.1968-1969: THEODORE R. FAUBLE, TRAILER DAMAGE

31 OCTOBER 1968 - 07 OCTOBER 196921 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. SEPARATION: photos with negatives of Fauble's trailer2. Investigative report, dated 12 AUG 19693. Correspondence regarding tort claim of Theodore R. Fauble4. Claim for damage or injury forms and accident report forms5. Correspondence between Fauble and the Park; Fauble and the Secretary of the Interior

FILE A7623.1967: JERRY W. FRANKLIN ACCIDENT 05 JANUARY 1967 - 27 JANUARY 196708 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and newspaper article regarding the accident of Jerry W. Franklin2. Investigation Report of Motor Vehicle Accident, with pictures of the accident

FILE A7623.1964: SUICIDE OF ESAIAS GEORGE GUY 21 FEBRUARY 1964 - 24 FEBRUARY 196405 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding the suicide of Mr. Esaias George Guy, with Accident Report and two sets of photos

FILE A7623.1967-1969: CLARA LIEBLING, BATHHOUSE ROW SIDEWALK

01 APRIL 1967 - 10 JULY 196924 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding tort claim papers for Clara Liebling; photos and pending tort claim; expiration of Statue of Limitations

2. SEPARATION: photos of accident site LOCATION: CURATORIAL, HOSP ????3. Investigative report of the Liebling accident4. Claims for damage/injury forms and Complaint filed by Clara Liebling

FILE A7623.1971: DR. JOHN THEN ACCIDENT 01 JUNE 1971 - 23 SEPTEMBER 197110 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding Dr. Then's death and the lack of supervision in 70

the bathhouses2. National Park and Police Department accident reports; Incident report of

the 27 May 1971 death of Dr. John W. Then3. Autopsy report by Dr. Patrick L. Knight

FILE A7623.01/1971: RUBY T. TORONYI ACCIDENT, WEST MOUNTAIN DRIVE

09 JANUARY 1971 - 15 JANUARY 197106 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. SEPARATION: photos with negatives of damage and scene of the accident; LOCATION: CURATORIAL, HOSP ????

2. Accident/investigative report of motor vehicle accident3. Correspondence regarding possible tort claim of Ruby Toronyi as claimant4. Memorandum from Park Ranger Pearson to Chief Ranger Adams5. Estimate for repairs from Resort Motors6. Investigative report of Ruby T. Toronyi's accident

SUB-SUBSERIES 25.4: A7627 FLOODS, STORMS, DROUGHTS FILE A7627.1988-1989: FLOODS, STORMS, DROUGHTS

07 NOVEMBER 1988 - 03 OCTOBER 198913 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding Flood Control Study of Downtown Hot Springs; Corps of Engineers measurements of Hot Springs and Whittington Creek areas for Flood Control Study

2. Copy of Safety of Dams, Emergency Action Plan for Ricks Estate Dam and Ricks Pond, May 1989

3. Examination Report for Ricks Estate Dam, Safety Evaluation of Existing Dams Program (SEED)

FILE A7627.1987-1988: FLOODS, STORMS, DROUGHTS 01 SEPTEMBER 1987 - 04 OCTOBER 198823 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A7627.1987-1988.1: 20/01/88 - 04/10/881. Memorandums regarding 1988 Maintenance Operation, Safety of Dams

Annual Report; Downtown Hot Springs Flood Study2. Correspondence regarding the Governor's Advisory Commission on

HOSNP Subfile A7627.1987-1988.2: 01/09/87 - 20/01/88

1. Memorandums and correspondence regarding flood management, downtown Hot Springs; combined Annual Report 1986-1987, Maintenance, Operation, and Safety of Dams (MOSD) Program, with Computer printout of MOSD Program

2. Safety of Dams Emergency Action Plan for Ricks Estate Dam and Ricks Pond, September 1987

FILE A7627.1984: FLOODS, STORMS, DROUGHTS 71

25 APRIL 1984 - 26 NOVEMBER 198409 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding OCT flood and storm damage; DEC 1983 Freeze, damage of resources and facilities

2. Copies of Hot Springs National Park Emergency Action Plan and Hot Springs National Park Search and Rescue Plan

FILE A7627.1980-1981: FLOODS, STORMS, DROUGHTS 10 SEPTEMBER 1980 - 20 JUNE 198308 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding flood hazards; storm damage survey; tornado damage, DEC 1982; Floodplain Management Guideline

2. SEPARATION: Floodplain - 100 year Frequency, MAR 1983LOCATION: CURATORIAL, HOSP 6340 A-

D

FILE A7627.1971-1976: FLOODS, STORMS, DROUGHTS 25 FEBRUARY 1971 - 23 FEBRUARY


Subfile A7627.1971-1976.1: 31/12/73 - 23/02/761. Correspondence regarding a flood warning system for the downtown area;

Federal Flood Control Programs2. Copy of Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, with fact sheet, summary,

amendments to the regulations of the National Flood Insurance ProgramSubfile A7627.1971-1976.2: 25/02/71 - 09/08/72

1. Memorandums regarding reporting procedures for emergency reconstruction; unreported storm damage; employee claim for loss or damage to personal property; contract guarantee of deficiencies

2. Copies of: U.S. Water Resources Council, Floodplain Management Guidelines, 10 FEB 1978 and Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, Report of the Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, 29 NOV 1973

FILE A7627.1922-1924: FLOODS, STORMS, DROUGHTS 14 APRIL 1922 - 23 FEBRUARY 192415 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Letter to George Goodwin from acting Director regarding pressure of public in Hot Springs for solution to the flooding problem

2. Correspondence regarding flood damage due to flood of 14 May 19233. Report to NPS director with photos depicting destruction to government property4. Letter about the flood of APR 1922 from acting director to Dr. Waring

SUB-SUBSERIES 25.5: A7631 BUILDING FIRESFILE A7631.1937-1952: FIRE HAZARD INSPECTION REPORTS

17 JUNE 1937 - 07 JANUARY 195272


1. Annual Forestry Report 19522. Correspondence regarding discrepancies of bathhouses in regards to

inspection of fire hazards3. Memorandums to all bathhouses from Superintendent Libbey informing

them of the presence of fire and safety hazards in their individual operations4. Annual Reports of Inspection of Fire Hazard, dated 06 JUNE 1952, 11

JUNE 1951, and 10 JUNE 1950 [Continued in next subfile]Subfile A7631.1937-1952.2: 25/07/47 - 10/07/50

1. Annual Reports of Inspection of Fire Hazards for 1947-19492. Memorandums to bathhouses from the Superintendent regarding presence/absence of

fire hazards in their individual establishmentsSubfile A7631.1937-1952.3: 24/06/42 - 19/08/47

1. Correspondence and memorandums to the BH managers regarding presence/absence of fire hazards; answers from BH managers to the memos concerning fire hazard inspection; need for adequate fire protection in all facilities operated by concessioner in NPS areas, from Region; unauthorized use of thermal water by the bathhouses

2. Annual Report of Inspection of Fire Hazard for FY1942 (continued in the next subfile), FY1943, and FY1946

Subfile A7631.1937-1952.4: 17/06/32 - 24/06/421. Forestry inspection for 1934, 19412. Annual Fire Inspection of 1932-1934, 1936-1937, 19393. Correspondence regarding report to the Asst. Dir., Branch of Operations, on Fire

Protection for building and safety at HOSNPSUB-SUBSERIES 25.6: A7633 BUILDING SECURITY (I.E. VANDALISM)

NOT AVAILABLE SUB-SUBSERIES 25.7: A7637 TORT CLAIMS

FILE A7637.1987-1989: TORT CLAIMS 18 JUNE 1987 - 30 NOVEMBER 198940 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A7637.1987-1989.1: 17/06/88 - 30/11/891. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Tort Claims of: James

Kidd; Patricia Nelson; Juanita Lee; John H. Ames; Mary Mason; Kitty Moon; employee claims, Jeff Ohlfs

Subfile A7367.1987-1989.2: 18/06/87 - 09/06/881. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Tort Claims of, Mary

Mason; employee claims, Neil Korsmo and Maricia Sue Wilson, with accident reportsFILE A7637.1984-1985: TORT CLAIMS

19 SEPTEMBER 1984 - 04 OCTOBER 198536 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

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Subfile A7637.1984-1985.1: 10/04/85 - 04/10/851. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Tort Claims of: Truman

Miley, with accident reports; Rosetta Lacefield; Pamela D. DiffieSubfile A7637.1984-1985.2: 19/09/84 - 10/04/85

1. Correspondence, memorandums, and accident reports regarding the Tort Claims of Clayburn McEarl

FILE A7637.1979-1980: TORT CLAIMS 09 NOVEMBER 1979 - 14 OCTOBER 198023 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the handling of tort claims by the NPS employee in regards to a visitor; road hazards and sign deficiencies; possible tort claims of Maria G. DeRosa, Robert Churchill

2. Copy of Liability of Traffic Officials - Ideas for Defending Road and Sign Cases

3. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Tort Claims of: Carlton T. Gross; Lonnie H. Wilson; Anthony Kwiatokowski

FILE A7637.1975-1977: TORT CLAIMS 24 FEBRUARY 1975 - 13 JANUARY 197737 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A7637.1975-1977.1: 25/06/75 - 13/01/771. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Tort Claims of:

Charleen S. Hickman and James E. Dodd; traffic incident of Gerald Suggs and resulting criminal case

Subfile A7637.1975-1977.2: 24/02/75 - 20/05/751. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Tort Claims of: Glen

Culberson, with accident reports and estimatesFILE A7637.1979: BOBBY H. SIMS TORT CLAIM

06 FEBRUARY 1979 - 17 JULY 197919 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding compensation for Bobby H. Sims tort claim: damage to his 1974 Datsun pick-up; value of resale of a 1974 Datsun Pick-Up truck; tort claim documents forwarded to Regional Director, Southwest Region

2. File of tort; traffic accident reportSUBSERIES 26: A78 SCHOOL FACILITIES

NOT AVAILABLE SUBSERIES 27: A80 SPACE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE USE

SUB-SUBSERIES 27.1: A8015 ALTERATIONS, MAINTENANCE, IMPROVEMENTFILE A8015.1989: ADMINISTRATION BUILDING

24 JULY 198901 ITEM IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandum regarding Administration building/space for Dale Moss74

SUB-SUBSERIES 27.2: A8027 OFFICE AND STORAGE SPACENOT AVAILABLE

SUB-SUBSERIES 27.3: A8031 PARKING SPACEFILE A8031.1987-1988: PARKING SPACE

11 DECEMBER 1987 - 29 JUNE 198803 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding Out-of-park Parking lots, with photo-copied maps of the downtown area of Hot Springs; parking at the Visitor Center

SUBSERIES 28: A82 SPECIAL EVENTSFILE A82.1936: ARKANSAS STATE CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

04 MARCH 1936 - 05 AUGUST 193626 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. SEPARATION: President's Day Program LOCATION: CURATORIAL, HOSP ????2. Centennial Year Calendar: 10 June through 05 December 19363. Correspondence regarding Pres. Roosevelt visit between Superintendent Libbey,

Harvey Couch, and John R. Fordyce; placement of platform on Park property; Thomas J. Allen, Jr. returning to HSNP for the President's visit; possibility and actuality of a Presidential visit to Hot Springs National Park

4. Program, single sheet, for Pageant of Arkansas through the Years FILE A82.1914-1947: BAND CONCERTS

05 JULY 1901 - 06 OCTOBER 194712 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding requests of the Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce to have a Regimental Band Stationed at the Army-Navy Hospital during the summer months, 1917-1925; discontinuance of concerts on reservation due to lack of funds

FILE A82.1930-1936: HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK 100TH ANNIVERSARY

29 JULY 1930 - 08 MAY 193248 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A82.1930-1936.1: 14/03/32 - 08/05/321. Correspondence regarding the celebration of the creation of Hot Springs

Reservation/National Park2. Congressional Record, copy, 29 April 1932, speech by Royal S. Copeland of New York

State: The Centenary of American Radioactive Spa, Hot Springs, Arkansas3. Program flyers for the Hot Springs Centennial Celebration Concert, 01MAY19324. Programs (2) for pageant commemorating the Hot Springs Centennial Celebration5. Talk given at the opening of the Centennial Celebration by Superintendent Allen, 25 April

1932: Hot Springs Today6. List of newspapers to send news releases in various states, w/copy7. Correspondence regarding possibility of issuing a commemorative stamp

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Subfile A82.1930-1936.2: 14/03/32 - 29/07/301. Correspondence regarding the idea of a postage stamp commemorating the Hot Springs

Centennial, various designs included; classified ads wanting designs for stamps, 13 MAR 1932

2. Correspondence regarding plans for the centennial celebration of Hot Springs National Park

FILE A82.1935-1953: SPECIAL EVENTS 27 AUGUST 1902 - 14 SEPTEMBER 1953128 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile A82.1935-1953.1: 04/06/41 - 14/09/531. Correspondence regarding the dedication of George Washington Carver National

Monument attended by Superintendent Libbey; Traveling Exhibits; AR Territorial Capitol Restoration Association, display at HOSNP; DeSoto Celebration (Quarto-Centennial)

2. Copy of Journal American article on AR Capitol Restoration, Restored Capitol Arkansas Attraction by Don Short, 15 NOV 1951

3. Newspaper sheet regarding Hot Springs Honoring Hernando DeSoto and the Pioneers at Hot Springs; Dallas Morning News, 29 June 1941

Subfile A82.1935-1953.2: 21/04/39 - 25/06/411. Correspondence regarding DeSoto Quartocentennial Celebration; minutes to the

meetings; Christmas Parade, 1940; various exhibits at HOSNP and the World's Fair (hydrotherapy); Celebration of the Discovery of the Mississippi River, 400th Anniversary, w/ program

2. Synopsis of a historical pageant spectacle Saga of the Waters for Hot Springs Arkansas by George Butler Schaffer, to be put on during the DeSoto Celebration

Subfile A82.1935-1953.3: 11/11/37 - 14/03/391. Correspondence regarding the NPS Scenic America Exhibit, with description of layout;

Hot Spring's exhibit at New York's Office of the Travel Bureau for the World's Fair, explanation of the AR exhibit and AR World's Fair Committee

2. Tentative scene plot for motion picture to be shown at the AR exhibit at New York's World's Fair

3. Arkansas Centennial Commission; printing for the campaign for AR Exhibit, June 1938Subfile A82.1935-1953.4: 28/04/36 - 09/11/37

1. Correspondence regarding exhibits at NPS Travel Bureau in New York; Hot Springs's Exhibit at the TX State Exposition; Nature Trail Signs with labels; NPS Days at the TX Centennial; creation of museum exhibits in the new Administration building at Hot Springs National Park

2. Program for the Spring Meeting of the American Society of Civil Engineers, 22-25 April 1936

Subfile A82.1935-1953.5: 12/08/02 - 10/03/361. Correspondence regarding Hot Springs exhibit at the TX Exposition in Dallas, a relief

map of Hot Springs, including errors within the exhibit by Superintendent Allen; possibility of a Hot Springs Exhibit at the San Diego Exposition; a Hot Springs exhibit at the Chicago Exposition "A Century of Progress,” and space in the Government Building

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at the Panama Exposition, 1915; Hot Springs Exhibit at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St. Louis, April 1903

FILE A82.1932-1934: A CENTURY OF PROGRESS EXHIBIT 26 JULY 1932 - 19 DECEMBER 1934193 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile A82.1932-1934.1: 22/09/34 - 19/12/341. Final settlement clearance for Hot Springs Exhibit at "A Century of

Progress" Exposition, 28 November 19242. Correspondence regarding status of Diorama for Chicago exhibit and

placement; payment of bills for exhibit; HOSNP model/diorama transportation to and from Chicago and to St. Louis, where it will be on exhibit at Union Station

3. SEPARATION: Keys to Exhibit LOCATION: CURATORIAL, HOSP 6704

4. Lists of cards received requesting information in regards to HOSNP for the last week of September and all of October

Subfile A82.1932-1934.2: 23/06/34 - 22/09/341. List of requests, numbers for the last week in August through September2. Forms for Employee passes for Hot Springs National Park at the Century of Progress

Expo; related correspondence regarding general passes for exhibitors3. Correspondence regarding postcards distributed by Hot Springs National Park for

information from the Chicago Expo; situation of postage4. Correspondence regarding Hot Springs Exhibit/diorama: changes, compliments,

photographs5. Correspondence regarding installation of a gas meter for hot water fuel for the Hot

Springs National Park exhibit6. Copy of news release regarding NPS exhibits at the Expo

Subfile A82.1932-1934.3: 11/04/34 - 20/06/341. Copy of the original news release regarding NPS exhibit at expo2. Correspondence regarding Hot Springs National Park Exhibit creation: construction

money allotted, old pictures, lettering3. Correspondence regarding bills for electric work for exhibit 4. Building permit for A Century of Progress and plumbing diagram5. Rules and regulations for Expo, and correspondence regarding construction and

installation of exhibit bidsSubfile A82.1932-1934.4: 16/02/34 - 11/04/34

1. Memorandum from NPS regarding Hot Springs National Park exhibit construction2. Correspondence regarding exhibit location, and general exhibit3. Correspondence between Hot Springs National Park and Carson, Pirie, Scott and

Company4. Correspondence from A Century of Progress regarding approval of application for

exhibit space, exhibition area layout in the Hall of Science, application and permit for

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exhibit space5. General correspondence regarding Expo

Subfile A82.1932-1934.5: 26/07/32 - 11/01/341. General correspondence regarding possibility of entering an exhibit at Chicago's A

Century of Progress Exposition2. Correspondence between Superintendent Allen, the Director and Dr. Eben J. Carey

regarding securing space for a Hot Springs National Park exhibit3. Correspondence regarding construction of a model of Hot Springs National Park to be

added to the NPS exhibit at the Chicago Expo; consequent funding, problems, elimination of model to NPS exhibit space

FILE A82.1936-1951: RELIGIOUS SERVICES 05 MAY 1936 - 19 FEBRUARY 195185 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A82.1936-1951.1: 24/12/39 - 19/02/511. Correspondence regarding Easter Sunrise Services for 1940-1944, 1947,

19512. Correspondence regarding Christmas programs: parade, carol night3. Carol Program, 1939-1940 and 1942; Easter Sunrise Service programs

Subfile A82.1936-1951.2: 12/01/38 - 28/03/391. Continuation of Carol program of 19392. Correspondence regarding Easter Sunrise Services, 1939, includes: tentative plan for

national broadcast, 1938, 1939; KTHS program to NBC, 1938; actual program; press release, 10 APR 1938

3. Correspondence regarding Christmas Holiday pageants, 1938Subfile A82.1936-1951.3: 05/05/36 - 28/12/37

1. Correspondence regarding Christmas Carol Program, 19372. Correspondence regarding Easter Sunrise Services, 1936-1937

SUB-SUBSERIES 28.1: A8215 DEDICATIONS, ANNIVERSARIES, and SIMILAR OBSERVANCES

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 28.1.1: A8215[01] ARKANSAS TERRITORY SESQUICENTENNIALFILE A8215[01].1967-1970: ARKANSAS TERRITORY SESQUICENTENNIAL

08 NOVEMBER 1967 - 25 MAY 1970152 ITEMS IN SIX SUBFILES

Subfile A8215[01].1967-1970: 23/04/69 - 25/05/701. Correspondence regarding AR Sesquicentennial Committee Meeting minutes; AR

Sesquicentennial Committee honoring Miss Lily Peter2. Photos of Celebration SEPARATED: HOSP ????

Subfile A8215[01].1967-1970.2: 09/03/69 - 21/04/691. Correspondence regarding critiques, compliments of the AR Territory Sesquicentennial

ceremonies, and the program from the ceremony; TV tape covering the Sesquicentennial

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2. Arkansas Sesquicentennial Committee meeting minutes; budget for calendar year 1969 for the Arkansas Sesquicentennial Activities

Subfile A8215[01].1967-1970.3: 24/05/67 - 04/03/691. Thank-you's and congratulations from various people concerning the ceremonies at

Arkansas Post2. Draft of remarks for the Honorable Wilbur D. Mills at the opening of the Arkansas

Territory Sesquicentennial Year3. Correspondence regarding reception; copies of the program for the ceremony; to the

key people in the government inviting them to the ceremonies: AR Representatives and Senators, Director of the NPS and the Reg. Director

4. Agendas from Arkansas Territory Sesquicentennial CommitteeSubfile A8215[01].1967-1970.4: 15/01/69 - 11/02/69

1. Correspondence regarding invitations to Arkansas Post Ceremony2. Requests for Donations from Eastern National Park and Monument Association; press

release for ceremony3. General correspondence regarding Sesquicentennial celebration; guest lists for

commemoration and luncheon4. Outline for Sesquicentennial Commemoration

Subfile A8215[01].1967-1970.5: 14/08/68 - 08/01/691. Correspondence regarding Sesquicentennial Celebration; issuing a commemorative

stamp2. Paper How Arkansas Became A Territory by John L. Ferguson, state historian3. Report from the Committee of the Sesquicentennial

Subfile A8215[01].1967-1970.6: 08/11/67 - 08/08/681. Minutes to the AR Sesquicentennial Committee for: 14 NOV 1967; 07 FEB 1968; 08

AUG 19682. General correspondence regarding invitations and acceptances to the

Sesquicentennial Commemoration3. Correspondence regarding asking Rep. Wilbur D. Mills to be the Keynote speaker at

the Celebration4. Arkansas Sesquicentennial Committee Members

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 28.1.2: A8215[02] BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION OF THE U.S.A.FILE A8215[02].1975-1977: BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION OF THE U.S.A.

07 JULY 1975 - 21 JANUARY 197778 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile A8215[02].1975-1977.1: 17/03/76 - 21/01/771. Report on NPS Bicentennial Activities and related correspondence2. Correspondence regarding leaflets for Bicentennial; Conservation Yearbook; "We've

Come Back for a Little Look Around," a dramatic presentationSubfile A8215[02].1975-1977.2: 06/01/76 - 30/03/76

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1. General correspondence regarding Bicentennial Festivities2. Correspondence regarding dramatic presentation of "We've Come Back for a Little Look

Around," 11 JUN 19763. Bicentennial traveling exhibits, and scripts: Artists in the Park Paint the Bicentennial;

Audio Chairs; The Park Environment; A Photographers View [continued in next subfile]4. Quarterly Bicentennial Progress reports

Subfile A8215[02].1975-1977.3: 13/11/75 - 02/01/761. An article about the Peoples Bicentennial Commission, 28 NOV 19752. Correspondence regarding Bicentennial brochure, two are included: Our Revolutionary

History and Media for the BicentennialSubfile A8215[02].1975-1977.4: 02/09/75 - 13/11/75

1. Correspondence regarding Bicentennial Road Shows and posters; Bicentennial Art contest, articles; Bicentennial support material; quarterly Bicentennial progress, reports

Subfile A8215[02].1975-1977.5: 07/07/75 - 22/08/751. Correspondence regarding Bicentennial Funding of exhibit at Visitor Center; films and

slides available for the Bicentennial through Harper's Ferry; CY 1976 Cooperative Bicentennial

2. Newspaper articles regarding Bicentennial Activities at Arlington Lawn, 8-10 July 1975FILE A8215[02].1973-1975: BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION OF U.S.A.

01 AUGUST 1973 - 30 JUNE 197579 ITEMS IN SEVEN SUBFILES

Subfile A8215[02].1973-1975.1: 30/05/75 - 29/07/75 1. Correspondence regarding Bicentennial funding, flags, and pins; Fun Festival; Armed

Forces Bicentennial Exhibit2. Newspaper articles regarding Bicentennial Activities, Sentinel Record3. Bicentennial Project Progress Report for Southwest Region

Subfile A8215[02].1973-1975.2: 29/05/75 - 09/06/751. Article: The American Revolution 1775-1783 by Albert A. Nofi2. Correspondence regarding Bicentennial Flag guidelines; Progress Report; Bicentennial

Traveling Exhibits, background informationSubfile A8215[02].1973-1975.3: 13/03/75 - 09/05/75

1. Correspondence regarding touring road shows and schedules; Fun Festival 1975, lists of participants; Third-Fourth Celebration; aids for Bicentennial interpretation; general Bicentennial activities

Subfile A8215[02].1973-1975.4: 26/09/74 - 25/03/751. Correspondence regarding radio use of the NPS for the "Bicentennial Daybook"; copy

of the Bicentennial Almanac; Bicentennial Programming, Progress Report, Budget, Area Exhibit, Official Use of Bicentennial Logo, and the Bicentennial Freedom Train; performing groups, synopsis of each presentation

Subfile A8215[02].1973-1975.5: 06/06/74 - 24/09/74

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1. Correspondence regarding American Revolution Bicentennial Projects, with index of events by location and dates; Bicentennial Programming; 2 forms for Bicentennial activity/event for Hot Springs National Park

2. Newspaper articles with photos and captionsSubfile A8215[02].1973-1975.6: 27/09/73 - 28/05/74

1. Correspondence regarding bicentennial Commemorative medals; Bicentennial designation

2. Report: A Regional Approach to American Revolution Bicentennial Planning Revised and Reviewed: 14 September 1973: excerpted from the Report of the Secretary of the Interior to the American Revolution Bicentennial Commission, 1970 [continued in next subfile]

Subfile A8215[02].1973-1975.7: 05/08/73 - 05/11/731. Correspondence regarding Servicewide Bicentennial plans 2. New York Times article regarding National Endowment for the Arts3. AR Gazette article: "People’s Celebration of Bicentennial is Dream for

State Committee Director"SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 28.1.3: A8215[03] CIVIL WAR CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

FILE A8215[03].1960-1962: CIVIL WAR CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION 01 MARCH 1960 - 15 JUNE 196112 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding installation of Civil War Centennial exhibit on Arlington Lawn; invitation to Celebration Ball; Civil War Centennial, Calvary Division

2. Chronological list of planned Observances for 1961-1965SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 28.1.4: A8215[04] FORDYCE BATHHOUSE VISITOR CENTER

GRAND OPENINGFILE A8215[04].1989:FORDYCE BATHHOUSE VISITOR CENTER GRAND OPENING

03 MAY 1989 - 05 JULY 198966 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A8215[04].1989.1: 17/05/89 - 05/07/89 1. Informational packets regarding the Golden Anniversary of the Southwest Regional

Office2. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Old Santa Fe Trail Regional Office

Building; all employee reunion; the Grand Opening of the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center, appreciation of assistance;

Subfile A8215[04].1989.2: 08/05/89 - 17/05/89 1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding appreciation of assistance during the

Grand Opening of the Fordyce Visitor; Center; congratulations of the Grand Opening from civic leaders; arrangements for NPS personnel at the Grand Opening

2. Transcript of the Day's activities at the Grand Opening of the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center.

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Subfile A8215[04].1989.3: 03/05/89 - 11/05/89 1. Fax telecommunications regarding Regional Director's itinerary for 13 MAY 1989; draft

letters, 03 MAY 19892. Correspondence and memorandums regarding Fordyce Grand Opening participant;

umbrellasFILE A8215[04].1988-1989: FORDYCE BATHHOUSE VISITOR CENTER GRAND OPENING

10 OCTOBER 1988 - 28 APRIL 198966 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A8215[04].1988-1989.1: 15/03/89 - 28/04/891. Correspondence and memorandums regarding arrangements for NPS employees

during the Grand Opening of the Fordyce; appreciation of assistance; from the Friends of the Fordyce to various civic leaders regarding participation in the Grand Opening; general information on the Fordyce BH; invitations to the Grand Opening

Subfile A8215[04].1988-1989.2: 10/10/88 - 15/03/891. Correspondence and memorandums regarding Grand Opening of the Fordyce BH

Visitor Center, appreciation, invitations to participate and the festivities FILE A8215[04].1987-1988: FORDYCE BATHHOUSE VISITOR

CENTER GRAND OPENING 27 FEBRUARY 1987 - 19

SEPTEMBER 198844 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A8215[04].1987-1988.1: 09/10/87 - 19/09/881. Correspondence and memorandums regarding Public Lands Day; mailing list for Grand

Opening; Grand Opening; National Park Day; commemorative stamps, for Grand Opening; NPS Christmas Tree; Healthfest; Volksmarsch

2. Proposal for "Rebirth of the American Spa," part of the Fordyce BH Grand OpeningSubfile A8215[04].1987-1988.2: 27/02/87 - 04/09/87

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Bicentennial of the U.S. Constitution Celebration; Grand Opening of the Fordyce, a possible handbook about BH Row; "Plant a Living Legacy"; 500th Anniversary Celebration of Columbus

2. Informational packet regarding Libertyfest '87SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 28.1.5: A8215[05] 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF HOT SPRINGS

NATIONAL PARKFILE A8215[05].1982:150TH ANNIVERSARY OF HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK

17 MARCH 1982 - 17 SEPTEMBER 198264 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A8215[05].1982.1: 14/05/83 - 17/09/821. Correspondence and memorandums regarding appreciation for assistance; Thank

you's for Porringer Commemorative dishes2. Lists of volunteers

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Subfile A8215[05].1982.2: 17/03/82 - 14/05/821. Correspondence regarding appreciation for assistance and contribution2. News Release, 03 MAY 1982; Certificates of Appreciation

Subfile A8215[05].1982.3: JUNE 19821. Copy of The Courier - The National Park Newsletter

FILE A8215.4/1982[05]: 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK

01 APRIL 1982 - 30 APRIL 1982181 ITEMS IN SEVEN SUBFILES

Subfile A8215[05].4/1982.1: 26/04/82 - 30/04/821. Memorandums and correspondence regarding Project Arrowhead; Hot Springs

National Park 150th Anniversary; appreciation for support throughout Hot Springs for the anniversary celebration

Subfile A8215[05].4/1982.2: 20/04/82 - 26/04/821. Correspondence regarding appreciation for assistance; congratulation on success2. Newspaper clippings, articles

Subfile A8215[05].4/1982.3: 02/04/82 - 21/04/821. Newspaper articles and News Release2. Program and rules for Flower Show and Bazaar Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of

the Hot Springs ReservationSubfile A8215[05].4/1982.4: 18/04/82 - 20/04/82

1. Information of the Sesquicentennial parade, routes, rules, information for float competition, dignitaries, V.I.P.s

2. Rangers schedules and duties3. Pictures and brief biography of dignitaries and V.I.P.s present

Subfile A8215[05].4/1982.5: 13/04/82 - 18/04/821. Notes on dignitaries attending the Celebration festivities2. Newspaper Invitation; other newspaper clippings and articles3. Memorandums and correspondence regarding social visit with Director Dickenson and

Regional Director Kerr; Best Wishes on the celebration Subfile A8215[05].4/1982.6: 01/04/82 - 12/04/82

1. Correspondence regarding Celebration of 150th Anniversary; Governor's Conference on Tourism

2. Newspaper clippings and articlesSubfile A8215[05].4/1982.7: 01/04/82 - 12/04/82

1. Newspaper articles2. The 1982 Arkansas Quarterly Calendar of Events

FILE A8215[05].1-3/1982: 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK

07 JANUARY 1982 - 31 MARCH 1982

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02 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILESSubfile A8215[05].1-3/1982.1: 11/03/82 - 31/03/82

1. Informational draft by Earl B. Adams referring to history and the celebration2. Correspondence regarding appreciation of assistance and participation, donations for

celebration festivities, eight page special souvenir newspaper section for celebration3. Schedule of Events for the 150th Anniversary, 11-20 APR 1982

Subfile A8215[05].1-3/1982.2: 08/03/82 - 12/03/821. List of all members of the National Park System Advisory Board2. Invitational packet for the general public to come and participate in the celebration, with

a brochure and invitation3. Correspondence regarding porringer commemorative dishes, Navy Band Memphis

appearance at the festivities, invitations for other government agencies and local city leaders

Subfile A8215[05].1-3/1982.3: 07/01/82 - 22/02/821. Examples of other celebration programs, George Washington Birthplace National

Monument and Mesa Verde National Park, copies of programs2. Correspondence regarding invitations to the ceremonies for the 150th Anniversary

Celebration 3. Newspaper articles regarding YWCA selling Sesquicentennial Calendars; Author Dee

Brown to write book of Hot Springs History; Anniversary Celebration Subfile A8215[05].1-3/1982.4: 07 FEB 1982

1. Oversized photocopy of newspaper article entitled "Celebration to mark park's 150th Anniversary"

FILE A8215[05].1-3A/1982: 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK 04 JANUARY 1982 - 03 MARCH 198267 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A8215[05].1-3A/1982.1: 01/03/82 - 03/03/821. Newspaper article about National Wildlife Week2. Various souvenir ideas for the celebration of the anniversary, SEPARATED, LOCATION:

CURATORIAL

3. Correspondence regarding the book by Dee Brown; the Navy Band Memphis' appearance at the festivities

4. Copy of the Courier, The National Park Service Newsletter (continued in the next subfile)

Subfile A8215[05].1-3A/1982.2: 08/02/82 - 26/02/821. Memorandums regarding flags and bunting for the 150th Anniversary; Anniversary

Medal; items for Anniversary; funding for additional Rangers during the 150th Anniversary

2. Correspondence regarding appreciation for assistance and participation; offerings of support; invitations to the Anniversary celebration

3. Schedule for completion of 150th Anniversary preparations

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4. 150th Anniversary Committee Minutes, 17 February 1982Subfile A8215[05].1-3A/1982.3: 04/01/82 - 09/02/82

1. Correspondence the Governor's participation in the Ceremony; invitations to state and local civic leaders; asking for volunteers; "Hot Springs Reservation Day"; Hot Springs Amateur Radio Club

2. Informational packet with details of the Navy Band Memphis' presentation of "Sternwheel Drive" for the 150th Anniversary Ceremony.

FILE A8215[05].1981: 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK 15 JANUARY 1981 - 31 DECEMBER 198194 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A8215[05].1981.1: 21/10/81 - 31/12/811. Memorandums regarding Informational brochure for 150th Anniversary; 150th

Anniversary logo; Anniversary activities2. Copies of the Outline for the organization of the 150th Anniversary; news releases

regarding background and activities for anniversary3. Correspondence regarding appreciation for assistance; postal commemoration of the

150th Anniversary; request for special cancellation Die Hubs; invitations to participate4. Minutes to the 150th Anniversary Committee meeting, 21 OCT 1981

Subfile A8215[05].1981.2: 15/01/81 - 20/10/811. Memorandums regarding Anniversary Association projects; Anniversary celebration;

possibilities for events2. Correspondence regarding the invitations to the President and the Vice President of

the United States to the 150th Anniversary Celebration; postal commemoration; Eastern National Parks and Monuments Administration design for a commemorative envelope with cancellation stamp; invites to participate

3. Minutes to Anniversary Committee meetingsFILE A8215[05].1980-1985: 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK,

NEWSPAPER ARTICLES 25 FEBRUARY 1980 - 29

DECEMBER 1985 82 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A8215[05].1980-1985.1: 17/05/81 - 29/12/85 (NON-CHRONOLOGICAL)1. SEPARATIONS: a.) Arkansas Magazine, "Bottled Water"; b.) "Old World Hotels make

a second debut w additions of Spas, fitness centers"2. News Release from the National Park Service, Hot Springs National Park3. Newspaper and magazine articles regarding Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas

Subfile A8215[05].1980-1985.2: 25/02/80 - 16/12/84 (NON-CHRONOLOGICAL)1. Newspaper and magazine articles regarding Hot Springs National Park,

ArkansasSubfile A8215[05].1980-1985.3: 03/03/85 - 16/12/85 (NON-CHRONOLOGICAL)

1. Newspapers and magazine articles regarding Hot Springs National Park,

85

Arkansas FILE A8215[05].1979-1980: 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK

24 JULY 1979 - 17 DECEMBER 1980


1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding VIP invitation committee; proposed poster; 150th logo, celebration; funding for the 150th Anniversary; invitations to participate in festivities

2. 150th Anniversary Committee letters, agendas, and meeting minutes3. Correspondence bombarding the Postmaster General and the Advisory Board

regardi9ng the possibility of issuing a commemorative stamp for the 150th Anniversary of Hot Springs National Park

NOTE: THE LAST FOUR IMAGES ON THE 5TH ROW PLUS THE 6TH and 7TH ROWS ARE LISTED IN SUBFILE A8215.1979-1980.2

Subfile A8215[05].1979-1980.2: 24/07/79 - 19/02/801. Steeped in Hot Water, The Establishment and History of Hot Springs National Park,

Richard H. Maeder2. Information and correspondence regarding the possibility of an issuance of a

commemorative stamp for the 150th Anniversary3. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the 150th Anniversary4. Lists of the 150th Anniversary Committee members with the purpose, membership,

and duration of the committeeSUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 28.1.6: A8215[06] DEDICATION OF

LIBBEY MEMORIAL PHYSICAL MEDICINE CENTERFILE A8215[06].1960-1961: LIBBEY MEMORIAL PHYSICAL

MEDICINE CENTER (PMC), APRIL 1961

25 MAY 1960 - 04 APRIL 1961161 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile A8215[06].1960-1961.1: 10/10/60 - 04/04/611. SEPARATION: Libbey Memorial PMC Dedication Scrapbook LOCATION: CURATORIAL

HOSP ????2. SEPARATION: Black and white photos of dedication LOCATION: CURATORIAL

HOSP ???? Subfile A8215[06].1960-1961.2: 10/10/60 - 04/04/61

1. Correspondence regarding the report of dedication for the Libbey Memorial PMC; actual dedication ceremonies from attendees, Director's itinerary for visit to Hot Springs

2. Correspondence and memorandums regarding dedication planning documents, brochures

3. Evaluation meeting and critique concerning the PMC dedication

86

4. Report on dedication of PMC by Superintendent Gregg5. Appreciation letters from Cy. M. King, Pres. of the Board of the Directors of the Libbey

Memorial PMC to guests and coordinators of the dedicationSubfile A8215[06].1960-1961.3: 26/09/60 - 07/10/60

1. Letters from Mrs. Boyd Goodwin to various contributors of the dedication ceremony2. Correspondence from Superintendent Gregg to people connected with the PMC

dedication; Mrs. Ruth Malone's story about the PMC among various newspapers throughout Arkansas

3. Correspondence regarding regrets and acceptances to the dedication ceremoniesSubfile A8215[06].1960-1961.4: 06/09/60 - 26/09/60

1. Acceptances and Regrets to invitations to the dedication ceremony; including a regret from Orval Faubus

2. Correspondence regarding dedication preparation3. Copy of dedication address, given by Director Conrad L. Wirth

Subfile A8215[06].1960-1961.5: 25/05/60 - 04/09/601. Memorandum to Regional Director and various Superintendents regarding dedication

of the PMC2. Correspondence regarding visit of Dr. Wirth, Director of NPS, to Hot Springs; publicity

for dedicationSUBSERIES 29: A88 TRANSPORTATION STUDIES

SUB-SUBSERIES 29.1: A88[01] TRAVEL REPORTSFILE A88[01].1954-1961: TRAVEL REPORTS



1. Monthly Public Use Reports for APR-DEC 1960, JAN-DEC 1961, with correspondence regarding methods, problems, and situations and submission of Public Use Reports

2. Geographic distribution of travel for 01 JAN 1961-30 SEPT 19613. Correspondence regarding State Highway Traffic Statistics4. Memorandum regarding Monthly Public Use Report for 13 JUN 1961; out-of-state visits

for 1960Subfile A88[01].1954-1961.2: 01/06/58 - 05/04/60

1. Monthly Visitor Reports for JUL 1958 - MAR 1960, with correspondence regarding Public Use Statistics

2. Monthly Travel Reports for JUN 1958 - DEC 1959, MAR 19603. Annual Travel Reports for 1958-19594. Memorandum regarding Monthly Public Use Report: 21 APR 1959

Subfile A88[01].1954-1961.3: 01/10/56 - 03/07/581. Monthly Visitor Report for NOV-DEC 1956, 1957, JAN-JUN 1958

87

2. Monthly Travel Report for OCT-DEC 1956, 1957, JAN-MAY 19583. Annual Travel Reports for 1956-19574. Survey of Visitation Statistics collection procedures5. Correspondence regarding Monthly Visitor Reports6. Number of bath applications by the month: 1948-1956

Subfile A88[01].1954-1961.4: 01/01/55 - 02/11/561. Monthly Visitor Report for 1955, JAN-OCT 19562. Monthly Travel Report for 1955, JAN-SEPT 1956

3. Summary of Visitors to Areas Administered by NPS, FEB 19564. Annual Travel Report for 19555. Total NO. of Visitors by Month, State of Origin Reports,1948-1955

Subfile A88[01].1954-1961.5: 01/02/54 - 03/01/551. Annual Travel Report for 19542. Monthly Visitor and Travel Report for 1954

FILE A88[01].1948-1953: TRAVEL REPORTS 03 FEBRUARY 1948 - 05 JANUARY

1953 153 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A88[01].1948-1953.1: 03/03/52 - 05/01/541. Annual Travel Reports for 1952-19532. Monthly Visitor and Travel Reports for 1952-1953

Subfile A88[01].1948-1953.2: 30/12/49 - 04/01/521. Monthly Visitor Report for 1950 through January 19522. Monthly Travel Reports for 1950-19513. Annual Travel Reports 1950-19514. Correspondence and memos regarding methods of calculating Hot Springs' visitor

counts Subfile A88[01]:1948-1953.3: 03/02/48 - 01/12/49

1. Correspondence regarding methods of calculating visitor count2. Monthly Visitor and Travel Reports for 1948-19493. Annual Travel Reports for 1948-1949

FILE A88[01].1937-1947: TRAVEL REPORTS 27 JANUARY 1937 - 31 DECEMBER


Subfile A88[01].1937-1947: 01/04/45 - 31/12/471. Monthly Travel Report for March 1945 through December 19472. Number of Visitors, 1940-19463. Information Release regarding travel to National Parks

88

4. Memorandum for all employees of Hot Springs National Park regarding the need for elimination of all travel, with exception of travel connected to the War, 21 JUN 1945

Subfile A88[01].1937-1947.2: 30/11/42 - 28/02/451. Monthly Travel Reports for OCT 1942 - FEB 19452. Information Release regarding travel to National Park, 02 NOV 19443. Memorandums regarding rationing and its effect on Hot Springs

Subfile A88[01].1937-1947: 01/05/40 -30/08/431. Visitors to the National Parks for the 1938-1942 seasons2. Annual Travel Report for 19423. Monthly Travel Report for APR 1940 - SEPT 1942

Subfile A88[01].1937-1947.4: 27/01/37 - 01/0 4/401. Monthly Travel Reports for NOV 1937 - MAR 19422. Travel data for travel years 1921-1938, Hot Springs National Park 3. Memorandums regarding procedure concerns of travel data recording

SUB-SUBSERIES 29.2: A88[02] FREE BATHHOUSE AND CAMPGROUND TRAVEL REPORTSFILE A88[02].1937-1943: FREE BATHHOUSE AND CAMPGROUND TRAVEL REPORTS

30 AUGUST 1937 - 01 NOVEMBER 1943

37 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILESSubfile A88[02].1937-1943: 01/02/42 - 01/11/43

1. Monthly Report of U.S. Free Bathhouses for 1942-1943;2. Applications for baths by state for 1942-19433. Campground Travel Report for DEC 1941 - SEPT 19434. Annual Report of U.S. Free Bathhouse for FY1941-1942

Subfile A88[02].1937-1943.2: 10/08/37 - 01/12/411. Monthly Reports of U.S. Free Bathhouse and Campground for JAN-NOV 1941, with

applications by state for U.S. Free Bathhouse and Annual Report for Fiscal Year 19382. Travel Records: Hot Springs National Park, JUL 1941; by state, for Gulpha Gorge

Campground 01 JUL 1937-30 JUN 1938, OCT 1938-SEPT 1939, Baths, SEPT 19373. Report on Gorge swimming pool 14-30 June 1941

SUB-SUBSERIES 29.3: A88[03] MISCELLANEOUS TRAVELFILE A88[03].1899-1934: MISCELLANEOUS TRAVEL

23 AUGUST 1899 - 30 JUNE 1934143 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile A88[03].1899-1934.1: 30/01/26 - 30/06/341. Registration at Free Public Campground, Hot Springs National Park2. Travel Report for 19273. Report/paper Value of Hot Springs National Park to the Community, with letter from the

Acting Director of the NPS

89

4. Correspondence regarding the use of the Chamber of Commerce's statistics of arrivals by bus and automobile, also included pay camps, from 30 JAN 1926 - 24 JUL 1926

Subfile A88[03].1899-1934.2: 14/03/25 - 27/01/261. Correspondence regarding Chamber of Commerce's Statistics of arrivals to Hot

Springs; requests of NPS Washington office for numbers of autos entering Hot Springs National Park for 1924

Subfile A88[03].1899-1934.3: 17/09/21 - 09/03/251. Correspondence regarding Chamber of Commerce's Statistics of auto arrivals in Hot

Springs; between Hot Springs National Park and the NPS Director regarding travel by rail and auto to Hot Springs

Subfile A88[03].1899-1934.4: 23/08/99 - 17/09/211. Correspondence regarding Travel Reports and corrections

SUBSERIES 30: A94 GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS and AGENCIESFILE A94.1953-1959.1: ARMY-NAVY GENERAL HOSPITAL

20 NOVEMBER 1953 - 16 JULY 1959 52 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile A94.1953-1959.1: 26/03/59 - 13/09/591. Newspaper articles regarding Army-Navy Hospital conversion to State Rehabilitation

center2. Correspondence regarding reassignment of Army-Navy lands and duplex quarters;

disposal of the Army-Navy Hospital; proposed use of Army-Navy Hospital by the Department of Health, Education and Welfare in cooperation with the Arkansas State Vocational Education Rehabilitation Service

3. SEPARATION: General Utility Map for Army-Navy Hospital LOCATION: CURATORIAL HOSP ????

4. Statement of Principles Governing the Establishment of a Comprehensive Rehabilitation Center at the Army-Navy Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas

Subfile A94.1953-1959.2: 29/10/54 - 07/02/591. Recommendations of the Arkansas Vocational Rehabilitation Service on the

Establishment of a Rehabilitation Center at the Army-Navy Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas

2. Newspaper articles regarding Army-Navy conversion3. Correspondence regarding transfer of Army-Navy Hospital; availability of Army-Navy

Hospital; Announcement of Closure4. Sale of Government property, invitation, bid and acceptance: Contract #: O.I., Invitation

#: 03-012-5-55-3, continued in next subfile5. SEPARATION: General Road Map for Army-Navy Hospital LOCATION: CURATORIAL HOSP

???? Subfile A94.1953-1959.3: 20/11/53 - 01/10/54

1. Correspondence regarding evacuation of the Eastman Annex to the Army-Navy Hospital; Deactivation of the Hospital

FILE A94.1929-1954: ARMY-NAVY HOSPITAL

90

14 NOVEMBER 1929 - 09 MARCH 1954199 ITEMS IN SIX SUBFILES

Subfile A94.1929-1954: 14/03/49 - 09/03/541. Correspondence regarding assurance that Army-Navy Hospital operations will

continue; use of 60 acres of land by Army-Navy Hospital from Hot Springs National Park; water supply to Eastman Annex; additional storage reservoirs

2. Agreement covering electrical service supplied from the switchboard of Army-Navy Hospital to Hot Springs National Park, with correspondence

3. Memorandums regarding activities at Hot Springs National Park, 28 NOV-DEC 1948Subfile A94.1929-1954.2: 08/11/48 - 02/07/49

1. Correspondence regarding 60 acres of land from Hot Springs National Park for Army-Navy Hospital use; Department of the Army's desire to close a portion of Reserve Ave for use by the Army-Navy Hospital; relocation of trails; War Department need for additional space for houses and recreational purposes; operation of Observation Tower

2. Revocable permit authorizing use of land in Hot Springs National Park by the Department of the Army

3. Boundary line description for additional land east of Army-Navy Hospital which is being requested from the Department of the Interior for future expansion of this post

Subfile A94.1929-1954.3: 02/04/46 - 08/11/481. Memos and letters regarding status of land requested by War Department2. Correspondence regarding combined metering of electric energy; closing of Reserve

Ave; Building No. 8, Army-Navy Hospital; capping of everything but drinking fountain; number of baths taken at the Eastman Annex Bathhouse

Subfile A94.1929-1954.4: 21/12/43 - 21/03/461. Reports of number of baths given at the Eastman Annex Bathhouse2. Correspondence regarding Eastman Hotel property to be released by the Army-Navy

Hospital; Army-Navy Hospital closing certain streets for their own use; rate for water to the Eastman Annex and Army-Navy Hospital, metered, 27 JAN 1944

3. Memorandums regarding Army-Navy Hospital connecting to city water for fire protection requirements

Subfile A94.1929-1954.5: 29/07/35 - 30/05/421. Correspondence regarding plans for construction of a new medical warehouse and

alterations to the old medical supply building; provisions of a satisfactory site for a Superintendent's residence; Army-Navy Hospital to use 9.2 acres of land within the National Park; construction of temporary buildings on Army-Navy land such as a mess hall and barracks

2. SEPARATION: Post map for Army-Navy Hospital LOCATION: CURATORIAL HOSP ???? Subfile A94.1929-1954.6: 14/11/29 - 01/06/35

1. Correspondence regarding landscaping improvements/development on the Army-Navy grounds; construction on Reserve Avenue, water relay, storm sewer line, and pavement repairs in regards to the Army-Navy Hospital; land belonging to the Army-Navy Hospital with description of the west boundary

2. Correspondence regarding consultation with the NPS concerning the architectural 91

design of exterior of the main hospital and nurses quarters; salvage material pick-up and disposal; construction of Army-Navy Hospital, blasting and excavation

3. Lists of Medical officers on duty at the Army-Navy Hospital for 14 NOV 1929, 24 MAY 1930, 18 JUL 1930, 15 FEB 1932, and 03 NOV 1932

4. Copy of The Spa, Volume 2 Number 6, January 19325. Executive Order: Charges at Army-Navy General Hospital in Hot Springs, AR.; Herbert

Hoover, The White House, 25 AUG 1930FILE A94.1933-1935: UNITED STATES PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE (USPHS)

26 AUGUST 1933 - 05 SEPTEMBER 1935101 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile A94.1933-1935.1: 01/05/35 - 05/09/351. A Plan for the Consolidation of All Medical Measures for Transient Relief in Hot

Springs, Arkansas by O.C. Wenger, 05 September 19352. Letter to P.A. Surgeon, R.A. Vonderlehr, USPHS Division of Venereal Disease from

O.C. Wenger regarding venereal disease among indigent transients3. The Transient-Indigent Medical Problem at Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas, O.C.

Wenger, USPHS, May 1935, continued in next subfileSubfile A94.1933-1935.2: 30/10/34 - 01/05/35

1. Correspondence regarding Camp Garraday Visitors and trespassing; resignation of R.O. Brunk from the Hot Springs Office of AR. Transient Bureau; survey of the Hot Springs Transient problem, with report; inadequate medical care for the transient population in Hot Springs, outline for possible solutions to existing problem

2. The Transient-Indigent Medical Problem at Hot Springs National Park, O.C. Wenger, 30 OCT 1934, continuation in Subfile A94.1933-1935.3

Subfile A94.1933-1935.3: 01/08/34 - 30/10/341. Proposed plan for Adequate Medical Service for Transients at Hot Springs National

Park, Arkansas, O.C. Wenger, October 19342. Correspondence regarding transient-indigent patients; establishment and construction

of a transient camp near/in Hot SpringsSubfile A94.1933-1935.4: 06/02/34 - 01/08/34

1. Correspondence regarding transient patient care problem, bad publicity; Federal Emergency Relief Administration (FERA) al-lowing funds to Hot Springs to cover employment; the AR. Transient Bureau to locate on property known as Wooten Estate, for a transient camp

2. Correspondence regarding, and copy of, Hot Springs Div. of AR. Transient Bureau's A Handbook of Information by the Exec. Sec., 14 JUN 1934; funds to assist in treating transients

Subfile A94.1933-1935.5: 26/08/33 - 03/02/341. Correspondence regarding need for additional funds; proposed program for Transient

Relief at Hot Springs National Park in connection with government operation of a free bathhouse and clinic, 29 JAN 1932

2. A Comparative Study of Activities at the United States Public Health Service Clinic before and after the establishment of the local Federal Transient Unit

92

FILE A94.1936-1953: UNITED STATES PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE 20 FEBRUARY 1936 - 10 NOVEMBER 1953 159 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile A94.1936-1953.1: 31/07/53 - 10/11/531. Correspondence regarding surplus items from buildings previously occupied by the

USPHS at Hot Springs National Park, special use permits; declaration that the USPHS buildings would be surplus to GSA; proposed use and disposition of USPHS Medical Center Buildings

2. Real and related personal property, Hot Springs Medical CenterSubfile A94.1936-1953.2: 14/05/53 - 06/08/53

1. Legal Description of the USPHS area2. Correspondence regarding declaration that the USPHS building surplus to GSA,

General Services Administration; disposition of buildings; between Superintendent Libbey and Dean H.A. Fisher regarding Fisher's party, South Central Bible College, interest in acquiring property, Rector Estate, Arlington, or USPHS properties

Subfile A94.1936-1953.3: 05/09/44 - 13/05/53

1. Correspondence regarding the possibility of South Central Bible College of obtaining a lease for the vacant USPHS buildings or the Rector Estate; applications for lease by Dr. H. K. Wrike; announcements pertaining to the closing of the USPHS; employee disputes; complimentary baths; cooperative agreement between NPS and USPHS, including copy of memo of Agreement

2. Disposition USPHS land and buildings correspondenceSubfile A94.1936-1953.4: 08/01/36 - 02/09/44

1. Correspondence regarding proposed cooperative agreement between Department of the Interior, NPS and the USPHS; land acquisition; House Bill No. 6730 to provide for maintenance, expense and operation of the Hot Springs Transient Medical Center and Infirmary

2. Warranty deed and quitclaim deed regarding establishment of transient camp3. Lease between Garland County and U.S.A. for a transient camp, Camp

Garraday4. Laws regarding legality of people with infectious diseases crossing state

linesSubfile A94.1936-1953.5: 20/02/36 - 11/01/37

1. Correspondence regarding transient camp; future operation; resolution by the Chamber of Commerce; Dyess Colony, INC. warranty for Camp Garraday; Camp for transients

2. Paper The U.S. Public Health Service Venereal Disease Clinic at Hot Springs, Arkansas

3. Memorandums of Agreements between NPS and USPHS4. Letter to Lucille Mulhall Director, Hot Springs Transient Unit, Camp Garrady regarding

problems with the medical-social program from Dr. O.C. Wenger, Surgeon, Medical Officer in Charge

93

SUBSERIES 31: A96 DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITYFILE A96.1986: DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY

14 MARCH 1986 - 01 DECEMBER 198604 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding assignment of Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor; delegation of contracting authority; requests for contraction officers warrant

2. Letter regarding Biennial Physical Inventory of all capitalized equipment and accountable officers certification

SUBSERIES 32: A98 CONSERVATION AND PRESERVATION OF AREAS FOR PUBLIC ENJOYMENT

FILE A98.1987-1988: CONSERVATION AND PRESERVATION OF AREAS

07 JANUARY 1987 - 07 DECEMBER 198821 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A98.1987-1988.1: 30/01/87 - 07/12/881. Correspondence regarding "Take Pride In America" Program; Clean-Up Day and

Lands Day; scouts involved with HSNP, "Catch the Scouting Spirit" program2. Copy of the NPS Scouter, JAN/FEB 1987

Subfile A98.1987-1988.2: 07/01/87 - 30/01/871. Copy of "Messenger Brave", Ouachita Area Council and Boy Scouts of America, FEB

19872. Correspondence regarding "Take Pride in America", state of Arkansas Report; YCC

working in the maintenance divisionFILE A98.1986: CONSERVATION AND PRESERVATION OF AREAS

13 JANUARY 1986 - 05 AUGUST 198606 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding "Take Pride in America" and "Keep America Beautiful" programs; park-wide Clean-Up Day; Ouachita National Forest Management Plan; litter in the National Parks

FILE A98.1974-1976: CONSERVATION AND PRESERVATION OF AREAS FOR PUBLIC ENJOYMENT

14 FEBRUARY 1974 - 30 JULY 197609 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding NESA Certificate for HSNP; quarterly summary for the National Environmental Study Area; guidelines for Living Interpretation and Environmental Education; Johnny Horizon '76 Program; interpretative training tapes

SUB-SUBSERIES 32.1: A9819 SOCIAL CONSERVATION PROGRAMS FILE A9819.1987-1989: SOCIAL CONSERVATION PROGRAMS, YOUTH CONSERVATION CORPS (YCC)

13 JANUARY 1987 - 24 APRIL 1989

94

11 ITEMS IN ONE FILE1. Correspondence regarding Scouting Coordinators Update; YCC program: final reports,

duties, budget, acceptance lettersFILE A9819.1984-1986: SOCIAL CONSERVATION PROGRAM, YOUTH CONSERVATION CORPS (YCC)

21 MAY 1984 - 05 SEPTEMBER 1986 23 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile A9819.1984-1986.1: 23/08/85 - 05/09/861. Correspondence regarding YCC Final Report, 1985 and 1986; applicants, certificates

of completion, dress code; proposals and approvals for programsSubfile A9819.1984-1986.2: 21/05/84 - 20/08/85

1. Correspondence regarding YCC Final Report, 1984; applicants, certificates of completion, alternates; budget

FILE A9819.1983-1985: SOCIAL CONSERVATION PROGRAMS 15 DECEMBER 1983 - 03 JULY 198506 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding International Youth Year, 2985; budget request for YCC, 1984

FILE A9819.1980-1982: YOUNG ADULTS CONSERVATION CORPS (YACC)

10 JANUARY 1980 - 01 JULY 198223 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the YACC program; YACC closeout procedures; enrollment freeze; replacement of YACC personnel with Seasonal or other personnel

SUBSERIES 33: C14 ACCOMMODATIONSFILE C14.1986: ACCOMMODATIONS, CAPACITY and TYPE

04 MARCH 1986 - 21 NOVEMBER 198610 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding update of concessioner services and capacities data base; availability of meeting space

2. Fact Sheets on all concessions in Hot Springs National Park3. Summaries of Concession Services provided in each Region

SUBSERIES 34: C18 ADVERTISINGFILE C18.1987-1989: ADVERTISING

14 DECEMBER 1987 - 17 AUGUST 198905 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence to the Libbey Memorial PMC, the Tower and the Buckstaff BH regarding National Park Day, 25 AUG 1989

2. Memorandums regarding marketing of Hot Springs

95

3. Advertising and Promotional Commission 1988 Media Plan and Calendar of Events for DEC 1987

FILE C18.1982-1986: ADVERTISING 01 JANUARY 1982 - 14 OCTOBER 198606 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding news release for Hot Springs advertisement, with copy of news release

2. Copies of Carlsbad Caverns brochure as an example of an "excellent 'non-commercial' concessioner brochure" and newspaper clipping for the Arlington Bathhouse

3. Memorandums to the Libbey Memorial PMC and the Buckstaff Bathhouse regarding advertising

SUBSERIES 35: C26 REPORTSSUB-SUBSERIES 35.1: C26[01] BATH AND MASSAGE STATISTICS

FILE C26[01].1932-1953: BATH AND MASSAGE STATISTICS 11 JULY 1932 - 1 JANUARY 195368 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile C26[01].1932-1953.1: 31/12/52 - 01/01/531. Tally sheet for Baths Given by Pay Bathhouses for Calendar Years 1950-19532. Tally sheet for Massage and Alcohol Rubs Given by Pay Bathhouses for Calendar

Years 1950-19533. Monthly Comparative Statements of Baths Given By Pay Bathhouses at Hot Springs

National Park for 1951-1953Subfile C26[01].1932-1953.2: 19/02/48 - 08/01/51

1. Tally sheet for Baths Given by Pay Bathhouses for Calendar Years 1947-19492. Tally sheet for Massage and Alcohol Rubs Given by Pay Bathhouses for Calendar

Years 1947-19493. Monthly Comparative Statements of Baths given by Pay Bathhouses at Hot Springs

National Park for 1948-19504. Correspondence regarding clarifications of discrepancies for Comparative Statements,

May 1949Subfile C26[01].1932-1953.3: 13/10/44 - 16/01/48

1. Tally sheet for Baths Given by Pay Bathhouses for Calendar Years 1944-19462. Tally sheet for Massage and Alcohol Rubs Given By Pay Bathhouses for Calendar

Years 1944-19473. Monthly Comparative Statements of Baths Given by Pay Bathhouses at Hot Springs

National Park for October 1944 through 1947Subfile C26[01].1932-1953.4: 11/07/32 - 16/09/44

1. Comparative Statement of Number of Baths Given, September 19442. Tally sheets for Baths Given by pay Bathhouses for Calendar Years 1924, 1938-19433. Tally sheets for Massage and Alcohol Rubs Given by Pay Bathhouses for Calendar

Year 194396

4. Tables of baths and massages sold and given during 01 July 1939 through 30 June 1940, 01 July 1940 through 30 June 1941, and 01 July 1941 through 30 June 1942

5. Number of baths given for 1938-1943, at three-month increments6. Statistical report for the various bathhouses in Hot Springs National Park for fiscal year

1933SUB-SUBSERIES 35.2: C26[02] CONCESSIONAIRES REVENUES

FILE C26[02].1932-1954: CONCESSIONAIRES REVENUES 12 OCTOBER 1932 - 15 JANUARY 195424 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile C26[02].1932-1954.1: 04/04/47 - 15/01/541. Compilation of Hot Springs Bathhouse Business Affairs for the years 1927-1946,

inclusive2. Monthly Report of Concessioner Revenue: September 1952 - December 1953

Subfile C26[02].1932-1954.2: 12/10/32 - 04/10/511. Summaries of Concessioner' Revenue for the month of September 1938-1951 and

1932-19382. Gross Income, Operating Expenses, Net Profit, Net Worth, Dividends for 1932-1941

SUB-SUBSERIES 35.3: C26[03] UNEARNED SALES RESERVEFILE C26[03].1937-1959: UNEARNED SALES RESERVE

30 DECEMBER 1937 - 31 DECEMBER 1959ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile C26[03].1937-1959.1: 21/10/44 - 31/12/591. Comparative statement of unearned sales for 1952, 1958-19592. Correspondence regarding requests of Bathhouse Association to gradually reduced

unearned sales reserves3. Schedule of factors to be used to compute the redemption value of outstanding

coupons of bathhouses for 31 December 1944, 31 December 1951, 1 May 1952, 01 September 1952

4. Schedule of bath and massage rates for the 1952 season-1944, 1948, 1952Subfile C29[03].1937-1959.2: 30/12/37 - 17/12/401. Correspondence regarding Annual Report of Bathhouse of Unearned Sales the End of

the Year; new forms; record of unearned sales2. Schedule of factors to be used to compute the redemption value of outstanding

coupons of bathhouses, dated 31 December 19403. Sales and redemption values for bath and massage tickets4. Suggested plan of setting up and maintaining perpetual inventory of outstanding

ticketsSUB-SUBSERIES 35.4: C2615 REPORTS, MONTHLY

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 35.4.1: C2615[01]CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS FILE C2615[01].1978: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS

97

31 DECEMBER 197803 ITEMS IN FILE

1. Buckstaff Bathhouse Company's list of Stockholders for the year ending 31 December 1978

2. Dividends of December 1978 for the Lamar BathhouseFILE C2615[01].1977: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS

31 DECEMBER 1977 08 ITEMS IN FILE

1. Lists of stockholders for the following concessions:Arlington Hotel Co., Inc. Buckstaff Bathhouse Co.

Health Services, Inc.Lamar Bathhouse

Co.Majestic Hotel Co., Inc.

Ozark Bathhouse Co.

Libbey Memorial PMC, Inc.Superior Bathhouses

Co., Inc.FILE C2615[01].1976: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS


1. Lists of stockholders for the following concessions:Arlington Hotel Co., Inc. Buckstaff Bathhouse Co.



Ozark Bathhouse Co.

Libbey Memorial PMC, Inc.Superior Bathhouses

Co., Inc.FILE C2615[01].1975: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS

31 DECEMBER 1975 - 26 MARCH 197609 ITEMS IN FILE

1. Lists of Stockholders for the following Concessions:Arlington Hotel Co., Inc.

Buckstaff Bathhouse Co.

98

DeSoto Hotel BathhouseHealth Services,

Inc.Lamar Bathhouse Co.

Majestic Hotel Co., Inc.

Ozark Bathhouse Co.Libbey Memorial

PMC, Inc.Superior Bathhouse Co.

FILE C2615[01].1974: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS


1. Lists of Stockholders for the following Concessions:Alhambra Bathhouse Co.

Arlington Hotel Co.,Inc.

Buckstaff Bathhouse Co.Health Services,


Majestic Hotel Co.,Inc.

Maurice Bathhouse Co.Ozark Bathhouse Co.

Libbey Memorial PMC, Inc.Superior Bathhouse Co.




Arlington Hotel Co., Inc.

Buckstaff Bathhouse Co.DeSoto Hotel Co.,

Inc.Health Services, Inc.

Lamar Bathhouse Co.


99

Maurice Bathhouse Co.





1. Lists of stockholders for the following concessions:Alhambra Bathhouse Co.




Lamar Bathhouse Co.

Majestic Hotel Co., Inc.Maurice Bathhouse

Co.Ozark Bathhouse Co.

Libbey Memorial PMC, Inc.

Superior Bathhouse Co.FILE C2615[01].1971: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS







100


Ozark Bathhouse Co.

Libbey Memorial PMC, Inc.Superior Bathhouse Co.







Lamar Bathhouse Co.




Superior Bathhouse Co.Hot Springs Mt.

Observatory Co.FILE C2615[01].1969: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS

31 DECEMBER 1969 - 17 APRIL 1970

101

12 ITEMS IN FILE1. Lists of Stockholders for the following Concessions:

Alhambra Bathhouse Co.Arlington Hotel Co.,

Inc.Buckstaff Bathhouse Co.

DeSoto Hotel Co., Inc.






Hot Springs Mt. Observatory Co.


31 DECEMBER 1968 - 28 FEBRUARY 196912 ITEMS IN FILE





Lamar Bathhouse Co.




Superior Bathhouse Co.Hot Springs Mt.

Observatory Co.102






Inc.Hot Springs Mt. Observatory

Co. Lamar Bathhouse Co.Libbey Memorial PMC, Inc.


Maurice Bathhouse Co.Ozark Bathhouse

Co.Quapaw Bathhouse Co.

Superior Bathhouse Co.











103




















Majestic Hotel Co., Inc

Maurice Bathhouse Co.New Moody

Bathhouse Co.

104

Ozark Bathhouse Co.Quapaw Bathhouse

Co.Superior Bathhouse Co.

FILE C2615[01[.1963: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS

31 DECEMBER 1963 - 28 JANUARY 196413 ITEMS IN FILE








Bathhouse Co.Ozark Bathhouse Co.

Quapaw Bathhouse Co.









105


Bathhouse Co.Ozark Bathhouse Co.

Quapaw Bathhouse Co.







Co. Jack Tar of Arkansas, Inc.

Lamar Bathhouse Co.Libbey Memorial

PMC, Inc.Majestic Hotel Co., Inc.


New Moody Bathhouse Co.Ozark Bathhouse








106



Lamar Bathhouse Co.Libbey Memorial

PMC, Inc.Majestic Hotel Co., Inc.


New Moody Bathhouse Co.Ozark Bathhouse










Hot Springs N. P. PMC, Inc.

Lamar Bathhouse Co.


107

Co.New Moody Bathhouse Co.

Ozark Bathhouse Co.

Quapaw Bathhouse Co.Superior Bathhouse

Co.FILE C2615[01].1958: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS





Inc.Jack Tar of Arkansas, Inc.

Lamar Bathhouse Co.

Hot Springs N. P. Park PMC, Inc. Majestic Hotel Co., IncMaurice Bathhouse Co.

New Moody Bathhouse Co.

Ozark Bathhouse Co.Quapaw Bathhouse

Co.Superior Bathhouse Co.


31 DECEMBER 1957 - 29 JANUARY 195812 ITEMS IN FILE





Lamar Bathhouse Co.

108



Ozark Bathhouse Co.








Lamar Bathhouse Co.



Ozark Bathhouse Co.







Inc.

109

Jack Tar of Arkansas, Inc.Knights of Pythias

BathhouseLamar Bathhouse Co.

National Baptist Sanitarium



Ozark Bathhouse Co.


Co.FILE C2615[01].1929-1944: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS

03 JANUARY 1929 - 03 MARCH 194486 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile C2615[01].1929-1944.1: 15/06/32 - 03/03/441. Correspondence regarding Chief Auditor Gable's study of bathhouse operations and

financial structures; John R. Fordyce's plan to build a bathhouse for the treatment of infantile paralysis and other under water therapy

2. Correspondence regarding plans to consolidate the bathhouses stock, includes a Bill to repeal the provisions of law prohibiting the ownership of stock/interest by any one person, company, or corporation in more than one bathhouse at HSNP, Arkansas; people who have used their bathhouse stock for collateral with bank loans

3. Ownership of the various bathhouses in Hot Springs National Park, dated 14 June 1932

Subfile C2615[01].1929-1944.2: 12/01/32 - 22/01/291. Stockholders lists for 1931, 1930, 1929, 1928:

Alhambra Bathhouse Co.Buckstaff

Bathhouse Co.Fordyce Bathhouse Co.



Bathhouse Co.New York Hotel Co.

Ozark Bathhouse Co.

Ozark Sanitarium110

Pythian Bathhouse Co.

Quapaw Bathhouse Co.St Joseph's Hospital

and BHSuperior Bathhouse Co.

Woodmen of the Union BH. Co.

2. Stockholders lists for 1930, 1929, 1928:Kingsway Hotel

Lamar Bathhouse Co.

Hale Bathhouse Co.Rockafellow Bathhouse

Co.Subfile C2615[01].1929-1944.3: 01/01/29 - 26/01/29

1. Stockholders list for 1928:Imperial Bathhouse Co.

Lamar Bathhouse Co.


Co.New Moody Hotel and

Bathhouse Ozark Bathhouse Co.

Ozark Sanitarium and Bathhouse Pythian Bathhouse

Quapaw Bathhouse Co.Rockafellow

BathhouseSuperior Bathhouse Co.

St. Joseph's Infirmary and BH

Woodmen of the Union BathhouseSUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 35.5.2: C2615[02] INDIGENT BATHING ACTIVITIES

FILE C2615[02].1987: INDIGENT BATHING ACTIVITIES 02 JANUARY 198702 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Letter stating that the Government Free Bath Program has been reinstated at Hot Springs National Park, this letter went to all recent indigents

FILE C2615[02].1984-1986: INDIGENT BATHING ACTIVITIES

111

18 OCTOBER 1984 - 24 JANUARY 1986

04 ITEMS IN ONE FILE1. Correspondence regarding the fact that the Government Free Bath

Program has been suspended due to budget cutsFILE C2615[02].1981-1983: INDIGENT BATHING ACTIVITIES

01 JANUARY 1981 - 31 JUNE 198304 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Government Free Bath Program Summaries for January, March - June 1983; January - August 1982; January - December 1981

FILE C2615[02].1978-1980: INDIGENT BATHING ACTIVITIES 01 JANUARY 1978 - 31 DECEMBER


1. Government Free Bath Program Summaries for calendar years 1980, 1979, and 1978

FILE C2615[02].1969-1977: INDIGENT BATHING ACTIVITIES 01 JANUARY 1969 - 31 DECEMBER


Subfile C2615[02].1969-1977.1: 31/06/73 - 31/12/77

1. Government Free Bath Program Summaries for calendar years June - December 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, and 1977

Subfile C2615[02].1969-1977.2: 01/01/69 - 31/05/731. Government Free Bath Program Summaries for calendar years 1969,

1970, 1971, 1972, January - May 1973FILE C2615[02].1957-1968: INDIGENT BATHING ACTIVITIES

22 MARCH 1957 - 13 JANUARY 196918 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile C2615[02].1957-1968.1: 02/07/64 - 13/01/691. Government Free Bath Program Summaries for calendar years June -

December 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968Subfile C2615[02].1957-1968.2: 31/02/60 - 02/06/64

1. Government Free Bath Program Summaries for calendar years March, May-December 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, January - May 1964

2. Drafts for applications for indigents to have free bathsSubfile C2615[02].1957-1968.3: 22/03/57 - 03/03/60

1. Government Free Bath Program Summaries for calendar years 1957, 1958, 1959, January - February 1960

2. Applications for Free Baths and Assignment of Indigent bather and 112

Requisition for baths formsSUB-SUBSERIES 35.6: C2621 REPORTS, ANNUAL

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 35.6.1: BATH STATISTICS*NOTE* THE ANNUAL STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS FOR THE CONCESSIONS WERE MISFILED UNDER C2615 INSTEAD OF C2621

FILE C2621[01].1987-1988: BATH STATISTICS, ANNUAL 01 JANUARY 1987 - 31 DECEMBER


1. Tally Sheets for Baths, Whirlpools Baths, Massage and Alcohol Rubs given by Pay Bathhouses during Calendar Years 1987-1988




2. A bathhouse study comparing Bell, Cromwell, Tec. Report, and LTB by bathhouse

FILE C2621[01].1981-1983: BATH STATISTICS, ANNUAL 01 JANAURY 1981 - 31 DECEMBER







197731 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile C2621[01].1954-1977.1: 31/12/63 - 31/12/771. Tally Sheets for Baths, Whirlpools Baths, Massage and Alcohol Rubs

given by Pay Bathhouses during Calendar Years 1963-1977Subfile C2621[01].1954-1977.2: 31/09/54 - 31/12/631. Tally Sheets for Baths, Massage and Alcohol Rubs given by Pay Bathhouses during

Calendar Years 1952-1962

113

2. Bath and massage statistics for 1921-19593. Monthly Comparative Statements of number of baths given by Pay Bathhouses for

September-December 1954, 1955, and January-March 1956Subfile C2621[01].1954-1977.3: 01/01/54 - 30/08/54

1. Monthly Comparative Statements of number of baths given by Pay Bathhouses for January-August 1954

SUB-SUB-SUBSERIES 35.6.2: C2621[02] FINANCIAL FILE C2621[02].1987-1989: FINANCIAL

12 MARCH 1987 - 15 DECEMBER 198935 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile C2621[02].1987-1989.1: 03/08/88 - 15/12/891. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Annual

Concessioner's financial reports; Summary Financial Information on Concession Operations; changes in financial reporting requirements


Concessioner's financial reportsFILE C2621[02[.1984-1986: FINANCIAL

09 MARCH 1984 - 05 DECEMBER 198651 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile C2621[02].1984-1986.1: 24/12/84 - 05/12/861. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Annual Concessioner's financial

reports ; preliminary reviews of concessioners' annual financial reports; concessions inspection trip report; security of concessioner annual financial reports


Concessioner's financial reports and Certificate of Insurance; Compensation for possessory interest

FILE C2621[02].1981-1983: FINANCIAL 05 FEBRUARY 1981 - 13 DECEMBER


Subfile C2621[02].1981-1983.1: 05/12/83 - 13/12/831. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Concessioner's Annual Financial

Report2. Blank Concessioner Annual Financial Report, continued in the next subfileSubfile C2621[02].1981-1983.2: 20/05/82 - 12/07/831. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Concessioner's Annual Financial

Report2. A copy of the Concessioner Annual Financial Report for Libbey Memorial Physical

Medicine Center, continued in to the next subfile

114

Subfile C2621[02].1981-1983.3: 04/02/82 - 16/03/82 1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Concessioner's Annual Financial

Report2. A second copy of the Concessioner Annual Financial Report for Libbey Memorial

Physical Medicine Center and Financial Statements for 19813. A copy of the Concessioner Annual Financial Report for Health Services, Inc.Subfile C2621[02].1981-1983.4: 05/02/81 - 12/05/821. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Concessioner's Annual Financial

Report2. Copy of the Concessioner Annual Financial Report for the Lamar Bathhouse

Company3. Supplemental statements for the Buckstaff Bathhouses Company and the Superior

Bathhouse CompanyFILE C2621[02].1967-1978: FINANCIAL


166 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILESSubfile C2621[02].1967-1978.1: 22/04/76 - 08/12/781. Annual Financial Report as of 01 December 1976, 31 December 1977-19782. Correspondence regarding Annual Concessioner Financial Reports3. Correspondence from CPA firms regarding individual Concessioners Financial

ReportsSubfile C2621[02].1967-1978.2: 03/03/75 - 22/04/761. Annual Report of Capital Improvements to Concession Facilities, Hale Bathhouse, L.

A. Vaught, 19752. Correspondence regarding Annual Financial Reports; questions raised by reports3. Concessioner's Annual Financial Reports 19764. Instructions for evaluating the concessionsSubfile A2621[02].1967-1978.3: 19/03/71 - 21/02/751. Correspondence regarding Concessioner Annual Financial Reports; submittal/lack of

reports2. Financial ReportsSubfile C2621[02].1967-1978.4: 26/12/69 - 17/03/711. Transmittal of Annual Financial Reports to Washington and Southeast Regional Office2. Correspondence regarding lack of submittal of Financial Reports; Concessioner

Annual Financial Reports, 1969; disposition of Concessions Management's documents, records, and reports; repair and maintenance expenses; report of distribution

3. Projected Concessioners Annual Financial Report for Hot Springs Mt. Observatory Company, 1969

Subfile C2621[02].1967-1978.5: 28/02/67 - 17/03/69

115

1. Transmittal of 1966-1968 Financial Reports2. Correspondence regarding opening balance sheets; repairs and maintenance

expenses; Financial Reports; submittal/lack of; information requests from the regional office

FILE C2621[02].1954-1966: FINANCIAL 14 SEPTEMBER 1954 - 03 MARCH


Subfile C2621[02].1954-1966.1: 13/08/65 - 04/10/661. Correspondence regarding System of Account Classification for Concessioners;

concessioners Annual Financial Reports2. Comparative Gross Receipts, effective 01 October 19653. Copy of System of Account Classification Prescribed for Concessioners Operating in

the Areas Administered by the NPS, July 1965, pg. 1-12Subfile C2621[02].1954-1966.2: 31/03/60 - 21/07/651. Continuation of System of Account Classification from Subfile C2621[02].1954-1966.12. Correspondence regarding Financial Reports, submittal/lack of; discrepancies;

corrections, unfulfilled contractual points; unearned sales reserves; reduction in number of outstanding coupons for baths and massage; for maintenance of unearned sales reserves

3. Comparative Statement of Unearned Sales for 1952-19594. Concessioners Financial Reports for 1959, pg. 1, continued in next subfileSubfile C2621[02].1954-1966.3: 16/08/54 - 31/03/601. Correspondence regarding Concessioner's Annual Financial Reports; proposed

revised Financial Reporting System for Concessioners2. Blank copy of Annual Financial Report of Concessioners, 14 pages3. Instructions for preparation of the Annual Financial Report by National Park

Concessioners, pages 1-15 (continued in next subfile)Subfile C2621[02].1954-1966.4: 1. Correspondence regarding Annual Financial Reports; exclusive taxes in computing

concessioners' franchise fees2. Monthly Report of Concessioners Revenue for 1954-1955, January-March 1956

SUB-SUBSERIES 35.6.3: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTSFILE C2621[03].1981-1982: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS


06 ITEMS IN ONE FILE1. Lists of Stockholders for the following Concessions for:

Lamar Bathhouse Co., Inc.

116

Buckstaff Bathhouse Co.Superior Bathhouse

Co., Inc. Health Services, Inc. 1981

FILE C2621.1979-1980: CONCESSIONERS STOCKHOLDERS REPORTS


06 ITEMS IN ONE FILE 1. Lists of Stockholders for the following Concessions for:

Lamar Bathhouse Co., Inc.

Buckstaff Bathhouse Co.Superior Bathhouse

Co., Inc. Health Services, Inc. 1981

SUBSERIES 36: C30 AUDITS and FISCAL EXAMINATIONS FILE C30.1978-1980: AUDITS


1. Correspondence regarding the Audit guide for National Park Concessioners, with copy of revised guidelines; financial analyses

2. Copies of the Weighted Franchise Fee Computation and Total Income from All Sources Work Sheets with financial summaries and spreadsheets for:


Inc.Lamar Bathhouse Co., Inc.


Libbey Memorial Physical Medicine CenterFILE C30.1960-1966: AUDITS

22 SEPTEMBER 1960 - 10 OCTOBER 1966 46 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile C30.1960-1966.1: 03/10/60 - 10/10/661. Correspondence and memorandums regarding "System of Account Classification,"

including deviations from; the use of "colored" in reference to the bathhouses in a Chamber of Commerce brochure; Concessions audits

2. Correspondence from the bathhouse managers to the Superintendent regarding the reduction of unearned sales reserves, with a breakdown of the unearned sales reserve by concessioner

3. Reports on Audit of thee Books and Records of:

117

Fordyce BathhouseSuperior Bathhouse

Co., Inc.Quapaw Bathhouse Co.

Hot Springs Mt. Observatory Co.

Libbey Memorial Physical Medicine CenterSubfile C30.1960-1966.2: 22/09/60 -

17/12/65 (NOT CHRONOLOGICAL)1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding unearned sales reserves; reports on

audits2. Copy of the System of Account Classification, Prescribed for Concessioners Operating

in the Areas Administered by the National Park Service, July 1965FILE C30.1933-1944: AUDITS

20 FEBRUARY 1933 - 14 OCTOBER 194450 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile C30.1933-1944.1: 25/10/441. Report on Field Study on Bathhouse Business Affairs, September and

October 1943, continued in next subfile Subfile C30.1933-1944.2: 25/10/44 - 08/11/35

1. Correspondence from Director of NPS to the Director of the Investigation Division of the Department of the Interior regarding Annual Reports of the following concessions:

Alhambra BathhouseArlington Bathhouse Buckstaff BH

Fordyce Bathhouse Hale BathhouseSubfile C30.1933-1944.3: 08/11/35 - 02/07/341. Correspondence from Director of NPS to the Director of the Investigation Division of

the Department of the Interior regarding Annual Reports of the following concessions:Hot Springs Mtn. Observatory Co. New Imperial Bathhouse

New York Hotel

Lamar BHMajestic Hotel BH

Maurice BH New Moody BHOzark BH

Ozark Sanitarium BH Pythian BHQuapaw Bathhouse

Rockafellow BH

Superior BH St. Joseph Hospital

Woodmen of the Union Bathhouse118

2. Correspondence regarding transfer of certain investigative and field audit functions in the park operators to the Director of Investigation Division of the Department of the Interior, Secretary's Office; annual reports for all bathhouses, contracts with bathhouses; new methods of recording receipts and disbursements; examination and study by the Chief Auditor of Bathhouse Finances and Financial History Stability

Subfile C30.1933-1944.4: 20/02/33 - 30/06/341. Correspondence regarding examination of the accounts of the:

Buckstaff Bathhouse Company Fordyce Baths, Inc.

Ozark Bathhouse CompanyMaurice Bathhouse

Company2. Correspondence regarding transmittal of Financial Reports for the

calendar yearSUBSERIES 37: C34 CONCESSIONERS ORGANIZATIONS, MEETINGS, RECOMMENDATIONS

FILE C34.1987-1988: CONCESSIONERS ORGANIZATIONS, MEETINGS, RECOMMENDATIONS

28 JULY 1987 - 11 AUGUST 198804 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding Concessioner funding Task Force; National Park Concessioners; Concessions Support of the NPS; National Forest Recreation Association

SUBSERIES 38: C38 CONCESSIONS ADMINISTRATIONSUB-SUBSERIES 38.1: C38[01] BATHHOUSE MANUAL

FILE C38[01].1941-1955: BATHHOUSE MANUAL 19 MARCH 1941 - 27 SEPTEMBER 195413 ITEMS IN SIX SUBFILES

Subfile C38[01].1941-1955.1: 1. SEPARATION: Compendium of Information for Attendants [HOSP 6583]2. Manual Governing the Operations of the Bathhouses at Hot Springs National Park,

Arkansas, beginning through Section A (continued in next subfile)Subfile C38[01].1941-1955.2:

1. Manual Governing the Operations of the Bathhouses, draft with corrections (continued in next subfile)

Subfile C38[01].1941-1955.3:1. Manual for Bathhouse Managers, draft, 24 August 19422. Title 36 - Parks and Forests, Chapter 1 - National Park Service, Part 2: General Rules

and RegulationsSubfile C38[01].1941-1955.4:1. Title 36, Chapter 1, Part 2, approved amendments

119

2. Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas Regulations Covering Bathhouses and their Operation, Bath Attendants and Federal Registration Board

3. Draft for Compendium of Information for Attendants, Hot Springs Reservation4. Part I and II from Manual for Bathhouse Managers, draftSubfile C38[01].1941-1955.5:

1. Part II and III from Manual for Bathhouse ManagersSubfile C38[01].1941-1955.6:1. Part III - Operations: schedule of rates and redemptions2. Correspondence regarding Ozark Sanitarium physiotherapy pool

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.2: C38[02] BATHING ON NON-GUESTSFILE C38[02].1951: BATHING OF NON-GUESTS

10 MAY 1951 - 27 JUNE 195114 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding the possibility of bathing establishments off of Central Avenue, Bathhouse Row, changing the policy of bathing only residents of their hotels/establishments

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.3: C38[03] BATHHOUSE SCHOOLSFILE C38[03].1912-1954: BATHHOUSE SCHOOLS - ATTENDANTS and HELPERS

26 APRIL 1912 - 15 FEBRUARY 195430 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile C38[03].1912-1954.1: 07/02/17 - 15/02/541. Three pamphlets:

Non-Professional Personnel in a Physical Therapy Department By-Laws for the American Physical Therapy Association By-Laws for the American Registry of Physical Therapists

2. Job description for NPS - bath attendant3. Information and guidelines for bathhouse attendants4. Correspondence regarding the cost of the Compendium of information for Bathhouse

Attendants to bathhouse attendantsSubfile C38[03].1912-1954.2: 26/04/12 - 15/12/171. List of Examinees, with grades, for 14 DEC 1917; 5 FEB 1917; 30 JUN 19162. Notices of Examinations of applicants for license as a bath attendant3. Correspondence regarding printing and granting of bath attendant license for people

who have passed; bath attendant helpers; unlicensed bath attendants; bath attendants rules and regulations, and fees

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.4: C38[04] ELECTRICAL TREATMENTFILE C38[04].1911: ELECTRICAL TREATMENT

26 JULY 1911 - 21 NOVEMBER 191106 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

120

1. Correspondence regarding electrical treatments are under the control of the Medical Director, and they may continue

2. Report to the Secretary of the Interior from Medical Director Hallock regarding electrical treatments in the bathhouses

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.5: C38[05] INDIAN AFFAIRSFILE C38[05].1904-1944: INDIAN AFFAIRS

22 MARCH 1904 - 24 OCTOBER 1944183 ITEMS IN SIX SUBFILES

Subfile C38[05].1904-1944.1: 18/04/38 - 24/10/441. Correspondence regarding individual Native Americans’ situations in Hot Springs; Five

Civilized Tribes and Department of Indian Affairs and services being rendered at Hot Springs National Park for the Native Americans

Subfile C38[05].1904-1944.2: 26/04/37 - 21/04/381. Correspondence regarding Osage Indian Agency's new museum;

individual Native American financial accounts for services renderedSubfile C38[05].1904-1944.3: 05/12/35 - 23/04/37

1. Correspondence regarding individual Native American financial accounts for services rendered

Subfile C38[05].1904-1944.4: 06/06/35 - 05/12/351. Correspondence regarding individual Native American financial accounts

for services renderedSubfile C38[05].1904-1944.5: 18/02/35 - 30/05/35

1. Correspondence regarding individual Native American financial accounts for services rendered

Subfile C38[05].1904-1944.6: 22/03/04 - 25/01/351. Correspondence regarding individual Native American financial accounts

for services renderedSUB-SUBSERIES 38.6: C38[06] MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS

FILE C38[06].1948-1954: MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS 13 FEBRUARY 1948 - 16 DECEMBER 1954109 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile C38[06].1948-1954.1: 19/05/53 - 16/12/541. Correspondence regarding physical medical examinations of indigent bathers and

employees of the concessions, bathhouses; changes in method of administering free baths; authority to waive water charges in exchange for physical examinations; assignment of U.S. Public Health Service physician to Hot Springs; Annual Exam for Bath Attendants with forms for exam with explanations, Form A (continued in next subfile)

2. Memorandum of Agreement between Leo N. Levi Hospital and several bathhouses under concession contracts at Hot Springs National Park

Subfile C38[06].1948-1954.2: 25/07/50 - 15/05/53

121

1. Correspondence regarding Department of Health Education and Welfare discontinuing Medical Center leaving National Park without facilities to give physical exams; Physical Exams for Bathhouse personnel and indigent bathers; medical exams of indigent applying for government free baths

2. Memorandums regarding new routine for examinations of Bath AttendantsSubfile C38[06].1948-1954.3: 27/09/49 - 26/06/501. Extract from a memorandum regarding construction and operation of the Government

Free Bathhouses located in Hot Springs National Park Arkansas, dated 1927, original2. Correspondence regarding medical exams for patrons of the Free Bathhouse; periodic

examinations of Bath Attendants in Hot Springs; Use of Space at the Government Free Bathhouse by the U.S. Public Health Service

3. History of the USPHS Clinic; plan for Venereal Disease Control work at Hot Springs4. A Bill: S. 1165, 25 April 1921- granting certain lands in Hot Springs, Arkansas to the

Leo. N. Levi Hospital AssociationSubfile C38[06].1948-1954.4: 13/02/48 - 15/09/491. Correspondence regarding occupancy of the Free Bathhouse and the treatment of the

bathers at the Government Free Bathhouse; medical examination and treatment of bathers at the Free Bathhouse

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.7: C38[07] MEMORANDUMS TO BATHHOUSE MANAGERSFILE C38[07].1946-1953: MEMORANDUMS TO BATHHOUSE MANAGERS

17 JANUARY 1946 - 23 DECEMBER 1953185 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile C38[07].1946-1953.1: 26/11/51 - 23/12/531. Memorandums regarding Annual Financial Reports, Unearned Sales Reserve Funds,

Monthly Physical Examinations of bathhouse personnel, immediate discontinuance of statements such as "under Government Supervision" in advertising

2. Memorandums regarding additions/subtractions of the Registered Physicians List,water radioactivity, stock transfers, bath durations and technique

Subfile C38[07].1946-1953.2: 05/12/49 - 09/11/511. Memorandums regarding holiday schedules for bathhouses, advertising, fire control

meetings, transfer of stock, compliance with terms and conditions of contracts and permits, rules and regulations governing National Park Areas, concessioner and labor agreements

2. Memorandums regarding additions/subtractions of the Registered Physicians List, water temperatures in bath prescriptions, monthly physical examinations, hours for operation, annual financial reports, exam results, daily bath reports, hours and wages, audit of concessioner' accounts, initiation of service from new central cooling and distribution system

Subfile C38[07].1946-1953.3: 30/07/48 - 29/11/491. Memorandums regarding employees, holiday hours and decorations, monthly physical

examinations, pay records of bathhouse employees, construction work concerning a new central cooling system, conditions of employment

122

2. Memorandums regarding Annual Financial Reports, hours of operation, city water service, people who passed written exams

Subfile C38[07].1936-1954.4: 17/01/46 - 30/07/481. Memorandums regarding employees, wage-hour/salaries, transmittal of report to

WASO, bath package rates for 6 and 12, holidays, monthly physical examinations, transfer of stock, Annual Financial Reports, public hearings, delegation of the authority for the Director to approve schedule of rates charged by concessions in National Park Areas

2. Memorandums regarding Registered Physicians procedures, massage time duration, I.D. badges for bath attendants, observance of rules and regulations, hours of operation

FILE C38[07].1942-1945: MEMORANDUMS TO BATHHOUSES MANAGERS

02 JANUARY 1942 - 26 DECEMBER 1945160 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile C38[07].1942-1945.1: 18/01/44 - 26/12/451. Memorandums regarding monthly physical examinations, discrimination, use of city

water in bathhouse showers, changes in park personnel, fire training, regulation clarification, holidays, additions/subtraction to the Registered Physicians List, conservation of energy for war effort, park approval of operators' projects

2. Memorandums regarding approval of any new advertising, no bathing on Sundays, Annual Financial Reports, exam results for bath house attendants, discontinuance of electric/mechanical equipment in massage department, bath attendant and helper applications, wages, schedule of redemption for new rates, bath rate increases, transfer of stock

Subfile C38[07].1942-1945.2: 18/02/43 - 08/01/441. Memorandums regarding account classification, regulations, bath hours, transmittal of

revenues, Annual Reports, monthly physical examinations, written exam results (bath attendant), hot water meters, training school for prospective bath attendants, regulations of labor hours, addition/subtraction to Registered Physicians List, Park Rangers patrol of Bathhouse Row, replacement schedules for any male employee of any bathhouse - if drafted for war

2. Index of various subjects with dates and descriptionsSubfile C38[07].1942-1945.3: 23/03/42 - 18/02/431. Memorandums regarding requesting employment of bathhouse personnel forms;

changes in bath hours; meetings of BH managers; advertising approval; monthly physical examinations; conservation of gas; audit of accounts; written exam results (bath attendant and helper); War effort; holidays; school for prospective bath attendants; towel and mitt use; forms of pledges for the purpose of War savings bonds and stamps

2. Authorization signatures of receipt of memorandumsSubfile C38[07].1942-1945.4: 02/01/42 - 23/03/421. Authorization signatures of receipt of memorandums2. Memorandums regarding regulation, water rent, monthly physical examinations,

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holidays, payroll deduction for the purchase of National Defense Savings Bonds by employees of the bathhouses, massage coupon procedure, maintenance and repair, bath helpers wage, discrepancies found by general inspections, Superintendent's office hours, registered masseurs, additions/subtractions to the Registered Physicians List

FILE C38[07].1941: MEMORANDUMS TO BATHHOUSE MANAGERS 13 JANUARY 1941 - 26 DECEMBER 194191 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile C38[07].1941.1: 21/07/41 - 26/12/411. Index of main subjects of memorandums2. Memorandums regarding advertising, alterations, improvements, Army-Navy General

Hospital, attendants, complaints, coupons, deaths, donations, employment, financial matters, itineraries, holidays, National Defense, bathhouse operation, physical examinations, Registered Physicians List, policy, rates, reports, safety

Subfile C38[07].1941.2: 13/01/41 - 11/07/411. Amendments to Title 36 - Parks and Forests Chapter 1: NPS, Hot Springs National

Park Regulations2. Memorandums, SAME AS SUBFILE C38.1941.1

FILE C38[07].1939-1940: MEMORANDUMS TO BATHHOUSE MANGERS


Subfile C38[07].1939-1940.1: 13/06/40 - 31/12/401. Index to main subjects of headings for the memorandums2. Memorandums regarding advertising, alterations/improvements, applications,

attendants, audits, complimentary baths, tourist baths, calendars, coupons, donations, drumming, financial matters, flags, holidays, Hot Springs Natural History Association, massage, masseurs/masseuses, merchandise, operation of bathhouse, physical examinations, Registered Physicians List, prescriptions, rates, regulations, reports





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FILE C38[07].1937-1938: MEMORANDUMS TO BATHHOUSE MANAGERS

26 JUNE 1937 - 28 DECEMBER 1938109 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile C38[07].1937-1938.1: 18/10/38 - 28/12/381. Index to the memorandums2. Memorandums regarding advertising, alterations/improvements, bathing applications,

attendants, audits, complimentary baths, calendars, coupons, drumming, financial matters, flags, holidays, Hot Springs Natural History Association, massage, masseurs/masseuses, merchandise, operation of bathhouse, physical examinations, policy, Registered Physicians List, rates, regulations, reports, unearned sales record








05 MAY 1930 - 06 JULY 1936255 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile C38[07].1930-1936.1: 29/10/35 - 06/07/361. Memorandums regarding advertising, alterations/improvements, bathing applications,


Subfile C38[07].1930-1936.2: 19/01/34 - 28/09/35

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1. Memorandums regarding advertising, alterations/improvements, bathing applications, attendants, audits, complimentary baths, calendars, coupons, drumming, financial matters, flags, holidays, Hot Springs Natural History Association, massage, masseurs/masseuses, merchandise, operation of bathhouse, physical examinations, policy, Registered Physicians List, rates, regulations, reports, unearned sales record





2. Copy of the speech made by Senator Royal S. Copeland, of New York State: The Centenary of American Radioactive Spa, Hot Springs National Park

Subfile C38.1930-1936.5: 05/05/30 - 28/09/311. Memorandums regarding advertising, alterations/improvements, bathing applications,



06 AUGUST 1912 - 26 JANUARY 1929214 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES





Subfile C38[07].1912-1929.3: 30/12/15 - 24/02/19

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1. Memorandums regarding advertising, alterations/improvements, bathing applications, attendants, audits, complimentary baths, calendars, coupons, drumming, financial matters, flags, holidays, Hot Springs Natural History Association, massage, masseurs/masseuses, merchandise, operation of bathhouse, physical examinations, policy, Registered Physicians List, rates, regulations, reports, unearned sales record





SUB-SUBSERIES 38.8: C38[08] MILITARY DRAFT DEFERMENT OF BATHHOUSE EMPLOYEES

FILE C38[08].1942-1946: MILITARY DRAFT DEFERMENT OF BATHHOUSE EMPLOYEES

10 DECEMBER 1942 - 27 MAY 1946128 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile C38[08].1942-1946.1: 25/05/43 - 27/05/461. Correspondence regarding employment requests to U.S. employment service from

Hot Spring National Park2. Number of employees, in the Bathhouses, dated 01/03/41; War Manpower

commission manning tables3. Hot Springs Bathhouse Association surveys given to each bathhouse for the

Manpower Commission regarding number of male workers4. Replacement schedules of Bathhouse employees for the Alhambra, Arlington,

Buckstaff, Fordyce BathhousesSubfile C38[08].1942-1946.2: 1. Replacement schedules of bathhouse employees for the Fordyce, Hale, Lamar,

Majestic Hotel, Maurice, Moody, Ozark Sanitarium, Ozark, Pythian BathhousesSubfile C38[08].1942-1946.3: 1. Replacement schedules of bathhouse employees for the Quapaw, Rockafellow, St.

Joseph's, and the Superior Bathhouses2. Instructions for the preparation of replacement schedule

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.9: C38[09] PROPOSED LAUNDRY—BATHHOUSESFILE C38[09].1910-1912: PROPOSED LAUNDRY-BATHHOUSES

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05 DECEMBER 1910 - 06 NOVEMBER 191257 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile C38[09].1910-1912.1: 14/08/11 - 06/11/121. A Bill: H.R. 26313, 16 August 1912, authorizing the Secretary of the Interior to erect a

building on Hot Springs Reservation and maintain therein a laundry for laundering and sterilization of goods used in the administration of baths in the bathhouses receiving hot water from the Hot Springs Reservation; correspondence regarding this bill

2. Correspondence regarding orders from the Department of the Interior concerning orders for the bathhouses to discontinue doing laundry on site

3. Correspondence regarding possibility of building a central laundry for all bathhouses; laundry questions, payment of laundry services; improvement of laundry service of the bathhouses

4. Estimate of cost breakdown for erecting and operating a central laundry and sterilization plant

Subfile C38[09].1910-1912.2: 05/12/10 - 11/08/111. Correspondence regarding employment of a head attendant for each bath department2. Correspondence regarding laundry service for bathhouse lessee's; central laundry

plant3. List of votes on laundry proposition cast at meeting held on 16 January 1911

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.10: C38[10] PUBLIC HEARING: WATER LEASING POLICYFILE C38[10].1947-1950: PUBLIC HEARING: WATER LEASING POLICY

09 JULY 1947 - 09 JUNE 1950256 ITEMS IN EIGHT SUBFILES

Subfile C38[10].1947-1950.1: 25/07/49 - 09/06/501. Memorandum between HOSP and DOI Region Three Santa Fe NM, and DOI

Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/tubbage and allocation includes correspondence regarding the installation of additional bathing “facilities” by the Buckstaff, Lamar, Quapaw, Superior, and Rockafellow bathhouses and data on daily bathing for bathhouse row in February 1946. (T. Boles Superintendent, Chief of Public Service Washington, D.C. and M. R. Tillotson regional Director Santa Fe NM)

2. Memorandum between HOSP and DOI Region Three Santa Fe NM, and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/thermal water allocation includes correspondence regarding hot water allocation for the Park, De Soto, and Jack Tar Courts Hotels. Includes narratives on the “situation as presented” regarding construction, correspondence regarding extension of deadlines for the completion of construction. (T. Boles Superintendent, Chief of Public Service Washington, D.C. and M.R. Tillotson regional Director Santa Fe NM).

3. Memorandum and correspondence between HOSP and DOI Region Three Santa Fe NM, and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning issues of bathhouse/segregation regarding the new Baptist Hospital association (“colored,” formerly the Woodmen of the Union) and the Pythian bathhouse. (Dr. R. C. Woods, Chairman Baptist Hospital Association, T. Boles Superintendent, Chief of Public Service Washington, D.C. and M.R. Tillotson

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regional Director Santa Fe NM)4. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning

bathhouse/leases includes list with contract numbers, tubbage allotment, years of lease, effective date, and expiration date. Bathhouse/new construction includes correspondence regarding the Rockafellow Bathhouse

5. Memorandum and correspondence between HOSP and DOI Santa Fe NM concerning bathhouse/leases and the hearing of House Public Lands Committee at Hot Springs. Includes minutes of the hearing and list of present from the United States House of Representatives, City of Hot Springs, Hot Springs newspaper, Radio and Arkansas Gazette Newspaper, and the bathhouse (T. Boles Superintendent and M.R. Tillotson Regional Director Region Three Santa Fe NM).

Subfile C38[10].1947-1950.2: 23/03/48 - 18/07/491. Memorandum between HOSP, and the Alhambra, Hale, Moody Hotel and Bathhouse,

Buckstaff, and Lamar Bathhouses, DOI Region Three Santa Fe, NM, DOI Chicago, IL, DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/tubbage includes correspondence regarding the installation of additional bathing “facilities”. (J.B. Leach, W. M. Ebel, Ms. T. M. Goodwin, Ms. L.N. Hogaboom, J. F. Manier, G. C. Bolton Acting Superintendent, P. P. Patraw Acting Regional Director, J.E. Price Acting Director DOI Washington, D.C. and A. E. Demaray Acting Director DOI Washington, D.C.)

2. Memorandum between HOSP and DOI Region Three Santa Fe, NM concerning thermal water/allocation under the “Statement of Allocation of Surplus Hot Waters” in bathhouse leases. Includes correspondence recommending public hearings reviewing the “present policy of leasing water and to formulate a new policy”. Additional correspondence includes data on bathhouse/total number of tubs (1948), bathhouse/springs (Quapaw Spring), bathhouse/bathing and records, and thermal water/consumption. (J. D. Coffman Acting Director and W.F. Norrell United States House of Representatives).

3. Correspondence between DOI and the De Soto Hotel, the Park Hotel, and the Jack Tar Court Hotel concerning bathhouse/new construction includes correspondence regarding extensions on new construction deadlines (J.J. Asimos, L.V. Echols, V. Bryan, and A.E. Demaray Acting Director DOI Washington, D.C.)

4. Memorandum and correspondence between SAAD Linen Shop, HOSP, and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/concessionaire included is correspondence regarding the application to erect and operate a recreation center on the Arlington lawn. (D.G. Saad, T. Boles superintendent, M.R. Tillotson Regional Director, and N.B. Drury Director DOI Washington, D.C.)

5. Memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/leases includes drafts of contracts for the DeSoto Hotel, the Jack Tar Hotel, and the Park Hotel. (G.C. Bolton Assistant Superintendent, T. Boles Superintendent, and A. E. Demaray Acting/Associate Director DOI Washington, D.C.).

Subfile C38[10].1947-1950.3: 06/02/48 - 15/03/481. Memorandum and correspondence between DOI Region Three Santa Fe, NM, DOI

Washington, D.C. and the united States Senate concerning bathhouse/application for construction of a public swimming pool and proposal for the construction of a public drinking fountain. (P.P. Patraw Associate Regional Director, O.L. Chapman Under Secretary DOI Washington, D.C. and J.L. McClellan United States Senator).

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2. Memorandum (copies for HOSP) between DOI Washington, D.C., DOI Region Three Santa Fe, NM, the United States Senate Committee On Public Works, and SAAD Department Store concerning thermal water/application for allocation for the rights to use hot water by for Mr. D.G. Saad. (O.L. Chapman Under Secretary of DOI, R. E. Day Office of the Secretary of DOI, J.L. McClellan United States Senate).

3. Memorandum for the director concerning applications for additional bathhouse/facilities tubs, sitz baths, and showers and thermal water includes correspondence regarding bathhouse/tubbage rates and fees, thermal water/consumption and waste. Memorandums compile comprehensive list of bathhouse and hotel facilities in Hot Springs during 1948. (T. Boles superintendent).

4. Correspondence between HOSP and Methodist Hospital of Arkansas requesting permission to reconnect bathhouse/tubs. (Rev. R. E. Simpson and t. Boles Superintendent).

Subfile C38[10].1947-1950.4: 24/01/48 - 04/02/481. Schedule of data concerning tubs and accessories at Hot Springs National Park as of

February 4, 1948. Includes number of authorized tubs, number of tubs installed, number of tubs in use. The number of tubs for which tubbage rates are being charged, number and kind of fixtures other than tubs for which tubbage rates are being charged, number of sitz baths, number of showers, and number of vapor cabinets.

2. Memorandums and correspondence regarding additional distribution of hot water; applications for additional facilities.

3. Analysis of applications for additional hot water facilities at Hot Springs National Park, dated 30 January 1948

Subfile C38[10].1947-1950.5: 17/10/47 - 26/01/481. Correspondence regarding applications for additional/installation of facilities, hot water;

"Notice of Opportunity to File Application for Permission to Install Facilities for Utilization of Hot Water origination at Hot Springs National Park"

2. Correspondence regarding allocation of hot water originating in Hot Springs National Park; fees for concessions at Hot Springs National Park; Allocation of surplus water

3. Report of Committee on Allocation of Hot Water at Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas, dated 23 October 1947

4. Correspondence regarding Bathhouse Employees Association; a petition to be present at the public hearing at the Superintendent's office on the 8th and 9th of September 1947; w/ Response of the Bathhouse Association of Hot Springs

5. Statistics for authorized/installed tubs, total baths given, most baths given on any one day, gals. metered for years 1945-1947 (continued in next subfile)

Subfile C38[10].1947-1950.6: 22/08/47 - 9/10/471. Correspondence regarding Public Hearing, 8-9 September 1947, with opening

statement of Public Hearing2. Tally Sheets and Comparative statements of pay bathhouses statistics: massages

given, gals. of hot water used, number of baths given, 1946-1947Subfile C38[10].1947-1950.7: 11/06/47 - 03/09/471. Tally sheets for monthly number of baths, 19422. Correspondence referring to the Public Hearings to be held on 8th and 9th of

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September 1947; items to be put forth at Hearing3. Correspondence regarding use of hot water, amount; applications for additional

tubbageSubfile C38[10].1947-1950.8: 09/07/47 - 19/08/471. Correspondence regarding Public Hearing on 8-9 September 1947 and requests to be

heard at Hearing; Notice of Public Hearing in connection with the leasing of the hot water

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.11: C38[11] RULES AND REGULATIONSFILE C38[11].1907-1928: RULES and REGULATIONS

30 OCTOBER 1907 - 26 NOVEMBER 192841 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILES

Subfile C38[11].1907-1928.1: 13/02/13 - 26/11/281. General instructions to bathhouse managers with signatures of managers who

received them2. Correspondence regarding changes in rules and regulationsSubfile C38[11].1907-1928.2: 30/10/07 - 26/09/111. Correspondence regarding changes/revisions/amendments to the rules and

regulations2. Hot Springs Reservation rules and regulations, promulgated 29 December 1909, and

subsequent amendments3. Rules and Regulations for the Government of all bathhouses receiving the hot water

from the permanent reservation at Hot Springs, Arkansas, 1 February 1908 and August 1911

4. Correspondence regarding laundry and sterilization of linens of the bathhouses; rules for the bathhouse attendants

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.12: C38[12] TAX MATTERSFILE C38[12].1929-1940: TAX MATTERS

03 JULY 1929 - 13 NOVEMBER 1940105 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile C38[12].1929-1940.1: 31/10/39 - 04/05/40 1. Booklet: The Law Reporter, dated 01 April 19402. Booklet: Supreme Court of the U.S. No. 201 Buckstaff vs. Ed I. McKinley, October

Term 1939, with a reply brief for petitioner3. Booklet: Supreme Court of the U.S. No. 201 Buckstaff vs. Ed I. McKinley October Term

1939, with a brief for petitionerSubfile C38[12].1929-1940.2: 18/12/39 - 13/11/41 1. Booklet: Supreme Court of the U.S., October Term 1940 No. 180 Superior Bathhouse

Company vs. Z.M. McCarroll, Commissioner of Revenues for the State of Arkansas, with an appeal from the Supreme Court of the State of Arkansas and a reply brief for appellant

2. Correspondence regarding changing methods of reporting income for Federal Income

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Tax purposes3. Supreme Court No. 180 October Term 1949; Opinion, dated 13 February 19414. Taxes for 1939 paid by bathhouses located in Hot Springs National Park5. Correspondence regarding Buckstaff Bathhouse Company vs. McKinley, with a copy of

Opinion of Supreme Court (continued in next subfile)Subfile C38[12].1929-1940.3: 18/05/37 - 18/12/39 1. Correspondence regarding other tax matters, such as unemployment, special

improvements, state, and occupancy taxes2. Law complaint regarding Buckstaff vs. McKinley against Act No. 155Subfile C38[12].1929-1940.4: 03/07/29 - 09/03/37 1. Correspondence regarding Social Security Act on bathhouse employees2. Correspondence regarding Buckstaff Bathhouse company vs. Ed I. McKinley in Pulaski

Chancery Court along with copy of complaint3. Correspondence regarding petition of bathhouse owners unwilling to pay a city special

tax, dated 24 March 1936 - 01 April 1936; with a copy of the petition4. Correspondence regarding bathhouse owners/managers refusal to pay Arkansas State

Income Tax on Bathhouses due to incomes derived from bathhouses operating under Federal Government lease

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.13: C38[13] TOWEL SUPPLY—BATHHOUSESFILE C38[13].1944-1952: TOWEL SUPPLY-BATHHOUSES

27 NOVEMBER 1944 - 05 NOVEMBER 1952

69 ITEMS IN TWO SUBFILESSubfile C38[13].1944-1952.1: 04/01/46 - 05/11/52 1. Correspondence regarding towel service; new bath rates; furnishing towels by the

bathhouses; merchants protesting such a possibility2. Memorandums on effect on new rates to public3. Rates for bath tickets for 1946Subfile C38[13].1944-1952.2: 27/11/44 - 27/12/451. Correspondence regarding towel supply to patrons of bathhouses; rate increases at

the bathhouses due to furnishing towels; bathhouse schedule changes and a list of the rate changes

2. Correspondence and memorandums regarding local merchants objecting any action by which towels would be furnished by the bathhouses to bathers

NOTE: FILE NUMBER: HOSP 6378STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENT FOR OPERATION OF FACILITIES and SERVICES

WITHIN THE HALE and OZARK BATHHOUSES, HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK FOUND BETWEEN SUBSERIES C38 and SUB-SUBSERIES C3815, REMOVED

FILE BUT THE MICROFICHE CAN BE FOUND BETWEEN C38 and C3815 (SELF-EXPLANATORY)

SEPARATED: HOSP 6378

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SUB-SUBSERIES 38.14: C3815 APPLICATIONSFILE C3815.1983: APPLICATIONS FOR CONTRACTS, AMERICAN HERITAGE ESTATES

11 JANUARY 1983 - 08 MARCH 1983

15 ITEMS IN ONE FILE 1. Correspondence regarding the possibility of leasing a vacant bathhouse to American

Heritage Estates, Ltd., and the misunderstanding that resulted2. Copies of the Curriculum Vitae of Keith J. Osborne; the resume of Barbara Lewis;

forms for Federal Assistance for the Renaissance Foundation3. Proposal for the Hale Bathhouse to be utilized by American Heritage Estates, LTD.

FILE C3815.1984: APPLICATIONS FOR CONTRACTS and PERMITS 20 JUNE 1984 - 22 OCTOBER 198402 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding the relationship between Cooperating Associations and Concessioner; Review of Revised Maintenance Agreements

FILE C3815.1981-1983: APPLICATIONS FOR CONTRACTS and PERMITS 30 NOVEMBER 1981 - 23 MAY 1983

12 ITEMS IN ONE FILE 1. Correspondence regarding the leasing program of Bathhouse Row; preparation of fact

sheetsFILE C3815.1981: APPLICATIONS FOR CONTRACTS and PERMITS

25 JUNE 1981 - 09 SEPTEMBER 1981 22 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence regarding the possibility of the Ozark and/or the Maurice being leased by the World of Smiths-Smiths of the World; the Hot Springs Arts Center; requests for prospectuses

2. News release announcing the intent of the National Park to find applicants to lease the vacant bathhouses

FILE C3815.1953-1962: APPLICATIONS FOR CONTRACTS and PERMITS

03 NOVEMBER 1953 - 06 NOVEMBER 1962

74 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILESSubfile C3815.1953-1962.1: 25/07/62 - 06/11/62 1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the allocation of thermal water to the

Aristocrat Motor Inn; the Federal Registration Board's policies; recent water use policy; reaction of the bathhouse concessioners to the change in Water Use Policy

Subfile C3815.1953-1962.2: 22/09/61 - 15/06/621. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the allocation of thermal water to the

Aristocrat Motor Inn; the bathing industry in and adjacent to Hot Springs National Park,

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letters from concerned bathhouse managersSubfile C3815.1953-1962.3: 03/11/53 - 22/09/61

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding concessioner contracts; maximum Hot Springs concession contract periods; prospectus for the Fordyce BH; Issuance of prospectuses and negotiation of concession contracts; requests for lease to land in Hot Springs National Park

2. A copy of Bathing Facilities and Services, Fordyce Bathhouse, Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas: Invitation for Offers and Prospectus, 29 December 1958

FILE C3815.1945-1948: APPLICATIONS 23 APRIL 1945 - 20 MAY 1948167 ITEMS IN SIX SUBFILES

Subfile C3815.1945-1948.1: 13/03/46 - 20/05/48 1. Correspondence regarding applications for permits; use of hot water2. Statement of facts concerning the use of hot water at Hot Springs National ParkSubfile C3815.1945-1948.2: 19/11/45 - 18/03/461. Correspondence regarding contracts/applications for uses of the hot water2. Protest by the owners and operators of the bathhouses located on Hot Springs

National Park to the granting of an additional lease for the use of the hot water to the DeSoto Hotel Bathhouse

Subfile C3815.1945-1948.3: 03/07/45 - 20/11/451. Correspondence regarding applications for hot water; restoration of water rights to the

Jack Tar Court Hotel, the DeSoto Hotel, and the Good Samaritan Mutual Benevolent Association, Inc.

2. Report on data concerning the use of the hot water by hotel and institutions outside the Park at Hot Springs National Park and the policy not to grant additional leases

Subfile C3815.1945-1948.4: 24/05/45 - 23/06/45 1. Correspondence regarding applications for hot water leases2. Letter from Herbert Collins, Secretary and Treasurer of the DeSoto Hotel, as a

application for a concession contract, Exhibits A through B included, dated 24 May 1945 ( continued in next subfile)

Subfile C3815.1945-1948.5: 01/08/44 - 24/05/45 1. Correspondence regarding DeSoto Hotel requesting hot water concession contract2. Correspondence regarding Good Samaritan Mutual Benevolent Association Inc. for an

application for a hot water contract/leaseSubfile C3815.1945-1948.6: 23/04/45 - 27/04/451. Bath statistics for the Pythian, Lamar, Quapaw, and Fordyce Bathhouses, March 1945

FILE C3815.1893-1944: APPLICATIONS 25 JANUARY 1893 - 28 SEPTEMBER

1944 ITEMS IN SEVEN SUBFILES

Subfile C3815.1893-1944.1: 15/04/44 - 28/11/44

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1. Correspondence regarding Good Samaritan Mutual Benevolent Association Inc. application for hot water concession contract

2. Letter from Bolten to Superintendent Libbey regarding the Good Samaritan Mutual Benevolent Association, Inc. application, against approval of application (racially prejudice)

Subfile C3815.1893-1944.2: 31/12/36 - 22/03/441. Correspondence regarding toys and souvenirs made in Germany or

Japan; Army-Navy Hospital's hot water use; applications for hot water use; construction of additional bathhouses; installation of additional bathing facilities/tubs

2. Statement of the type of curios appropriate to the National Parks, April 1938

Subfile C3815.1893-1944.3: 09/04/32 - 07/17/361. Correspondence regarding applications for permits for construction;

sanitary conditions; possible uses for Buchanan Foundation Funds; construction and operation of a facility to contain a pool for underwater therapy

2. Layout sketch of ground floor plan for proposed Arthritis Institute with letter from Doctors Smith, Witterion, Wooton

Subfile C3815.1893-1944.4: 31/03/23 - 08/04/321. Petition, signed by campers, for a Campers' supply store2. Correspondence regarding Healthatorium, submitted by Paul Gerharst of

Chicago, IL; new leases for hot water; commissary staple groceries in Hot Springs National Park Auto Camp

Subfile C3815.1893-1944.5: 23/12/21 - 11/09/221. Correspondence regarding application from the Mosaic Templars of

America for a hot water contract, and objection to such a contract; application of Como Hotel to lease the hot water; various applications to lease the water

Subfile C3815.1893-1944.6: 04/01/16 - 15/03/231. Correspondence regarding application for hot water privileges for Charles N. DeWitt;

letter from Stephen T. Mather denying the request2. Correspondence regarding application for Como and Waverly Hotels for water

privileges; with a copy of agreement between Waverly Hotel and Hoke Smith, Secretary of the Interior, for water lease, 24 MAR 1893;

3. Correspondence regarding Baptist National Hospital, Inc. building a hospital and utilizing the hot water from Hot Springs National Park; A Bill, S. 4109, authorizing the Baptist National Hospital Inc. to use and occupy certain lands in Hot Springs National Park and for other purposes, 07 DEC 1922

Subfile C3815.1893-1944.7: 25/01/93 - 11/09/221. Correspondence regarding building Baptist National Hospital on West Mountain; Big

Iron Bathhouse site, leasing possibilities2. Indenture regarding Big Iron Bathhouse site, 09 AUG 1895 SEPARATED: HOSP 72063. Report as to Big Iron Bathhouse Site, 25 JAN 1893 SEPARATED: HOSP 7207

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.15: C3817 PROSPECTUSFILE C3817.1983: PROSPECTUS

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07 SEPTEMBER 1983 - 15 DECEMBER 1983 03 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Superior Bathhouse; the future of Bathhouse Row

FILE C3817.1981: PROSPECTUS - FINE ARTS CENTER 08 SEPTEMBER 1981 - 11 SEPTEMBER 1981 07 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. A biography on the Hot Springs' Fine Arts Center2. Correspondence and memorandums regarding application of the Fine Arts Center to

possibly lease the Maurice Bathhouse, with floor plans.3. Copies of Articles of Incorporation, and Federal Assistance forms, financial

statements, and programming

FILE C3817.1980-1981: PROSPECTUS - MAURICE BATHHOUSES

16 OCTOBER 1980 - 24 AUGUST 198128 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile C3817.1980-1981.1: 14/01/81 - 24/08/811. Copies of the proposal and qualification statement for Robert E. Debow, as a possible

leasee for the Maurice/Ozark Bathhouses; Statement of Requirements, Prospectus, Maurice Bathhouse

2. Correspondence and memorandums regarding requests for copies of the prospectus for the Maurice Bathhouse; mailing lists, new uses for the Maurice Bathhouse

Subfile C3817.1980-1981.2: 01/04/80 - 14/01/811. Continuation of the Prospectus for the Maurice Bathhouse2. A blank concession contract (continued in the next subfile)Subfile C3817.1980-1981.3: 16/10/80 - 06/04/811. Correspondence and memorandums regarding responses to the prospectus for the

Maurice Bathhouse; proposal of Ms. Claudine Cato for the Maurice Bathhouse; floor plans of the Maurice Bathhouse; Environmental Assessment, Utilization of Maurice Bathhouse

2. Copies of the Environmental Assessment for the Utilization of Maurice Bathhouse; Invitation for Proposals, Maurice Bathhouse; Statement of Qualification of Applicant (continued in next subfile)

Subfile C3817.1980-1981.4: (NOT AVAILABLE)1. Copies of Public Law 89-249, 09 October 1965; Policies Affecting Negotiation

Contract/Permits; General Information Concerning the Granting of Concessions in the Areas Administered by the National Park Service

FILE C3817.1981-1982: PROSPECTUS - OZARK and MAURICE BATHHOUSE

23 APRIL 1981 - 10 MARCH 1982

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35 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILESSubfile C3817.1981-1982.1: 11/09/81 - 10/03/821. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the leasing of the Ozark Bathhouse by

the Fine Arts Center; or the possibility of a restaurant in the Ozark; health club in either bathhouse; draft of letter to submitters of proposals

2. News Releases offering Prospectuses for the Maurice and Ozark Bathhouses3. Copies of the Proposal and Qualifications Statement for Ken Nelson; Proposal for New

Use of the Maurice Bathhouse by Vitality Centers, Inc. (continued in the next subfile)Subfile C3817.1981-1982.2: 21/08/81 - 11/09/811. Correspondence and memorandums regarding proposals for the Maurice and Ozark

Bathhouse; appreciation for proposals submissions2. Proposal for Evergreen, Inc. by Jo Luck Wilson, for the bathhouses, 11 SEPT 1981Subfile C3817.1981-1982.3: 13/05/81

1. Copy of the Statement of Requirement, Prospectus for New Uses for the Ozark and Maurice Bathhouses (continued in next subfile)

Subfile C3817.1981-1982.4: 23/04/81 - 13/05/811. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the prospectuses for the Ozark and

Maurice Bathhouses, with news releases and possible applicant mail listsFILE C3817.1980-1981: PROSPECTUS - OZARK BATHHOUSE

07 MAY 1980 - 03 APRIL 198110 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the issuance of a prospectus on the Ozark Bathhouse; the proposal of Charles E. Evans for the Ozark

2. Personal Financial Statement for the Statement of Requirements for the Concession Contract

FILE C3817.1978-1980: PROSPECTUS - OZARK BATHHOUSE

27 NOVEMBER 1978 - 12 DECEMBER 1980

41 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILESSubfile C3817.1978-1980.1: 11/03/80 - 12/12/801. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the proposal for renovation of the

Ozark BH into a family orientated bathing facility, Hot Springs Spa and Sauna, Inc.2. Copies of financial statements and articles for Hot Springs Spa and Sauna, Inc.; of a

possible, blank, Concession Contract for the Ozark Bathhouse (continued in the next subfile

Subfile C3817.1978-1980.2: 11/04/79 - 14/02/801. Correspondence and memorandums regarding the Ozark and Hale Bathhouses,

proposal from Charles Evans; 90 day extension of deadline for submission of the Statement of Requirements for Mr. Evans

Subfile C3817.1978-1980.3: 27/11/78 - 11/04/79

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1. Correspondence and memorandums regarding Statement of Requirements for the Hale and Ozark Bathhouses; concession proposal by Charles Evans

2. Copies of Personal Financial Statements with background synopsis for Charles E. Evans

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.16: C3819 INSURANCEFILE C3819.1987-1989: INSURANCE

13 JANUARY 1987 - 24 OCTOBER 1989

73 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILESSubfile C3819.1987-1989.1: 24/10/88 - 24/10/891. Correspondence and memorandums regarding Worker’s Compensation Insurance;

Certificates of Insurance; Non-Approved Concessioner Release of Liability and User Indemnity Agreement

2. Certificates of Insurance for Auto Liability for various tour groups and business operating in Hot Springs National Park; Boiler and Machinery Declarations;

3. Forms for Workers' Compensation and Employers' Liability; Property , Landowners Liability

Subfile C3819.1987-1989.2: 17/05/88 - 21/10/881. Correspondence and memorandums regarding Worker’s Compensation Insurance;

Certificates of Insurance; Comprehensive General Liability; Insurance Consultant; Concessioner Insurance Program

2. Copy of Liability Insurance Guidelines for NPS Concessions3. Copies of Statement Of Concessioner Insurance for:

Libbey Memorial Physical Medicine Center, boiler, auto, building, workers' compensation

City of Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission, property and liabilitySubfile C3819.1987-1989.3: 16/02/88 - 01/03/88

1. Copies of Statement Of Concessioner Insurance for the Buckstaff Bathhouse2. Applications for Permission to Film for Commercial Purposes3. Correspondence and memorandums regarding automobile and property insurance

coverage; concession insurance; Insurance Replacement Cost , City of Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission, revisions

Subfile C3819.1987-1989.4: 13/01/87 - 10/02/881. Correspondence and memorandums regarding compliance with insurance

requirements; Concessioner's Insurance; high risk insurance; insurance agents and underwriters; Insurance Replacement Costs, Libbey Memorial PMC

2. Copy of Request for Insurance Replacement Cost Estimate Form, Libbey Memorial PMC and City of Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission

FILE C3819.1986: INSURANCE 30 JANUARY 1986 - 12 DECEMBER 198643 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

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Subfile C3819.1986.1: 18/07/86 - 12/12/861. Correspondence and memorandums regarding Automobile Liability Coverage for

Concessioners; compliance with insurance requirement; Statement of Concessioner Insurance; Libbey Memorial PMC Insurance; Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission Liability Insurance; property insurance

2. Certificates of Insurance for various groups, business and concessions operating in Hot Springs National Park

Subfile C3819.1986.2: 16/05/86 - 06/06/861. Correspondence and memorandums regarding High Country Insurance Company,

Order to Ceases and Desist; insurance requirements for concessions; high risk insurance

Subfile C3819.1986.3: 30/01/86 - 19/05/861. Correspondence and memorandums regarding high risk insurance; concessioner

certificates of insurance; product liability insurance coverage, Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission; Impact of Insurance Industry Crisis on 1986 park Operations

2. Certificates of InsuranceFILE C3819.1984-1986: INSURANCE

12 JANUARY 1984 - 13 JANUARY 198649 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILES

Subfile C3819.1984-1986.1: 08/11/85 - 13/01/861. Correspondence and memorandums regarding concessioner insurance; requirements

for property insurance coverage; high risk insurance2. Certificates of Insurance and other forms for proof of insuranceSubfile C3819.1984-1986.2: 28/08/84 - 29/11/851. Correspondence and memorandums regarding liability insurance of concessioners,

and regional policy; insurance replacement estimate; insurance study, high risk activities; concessioner insurance; NPS insurance requirements; workers' compensation insurance

2. Certificates of Insurance and other forms for proof of insuranceSubfile C3819.1984-1986.3: 12/01/84 -18/06/841. Certificates of Insurance and other forms for proof of insurance2. Memorandums regarding NPS Insurance Requirements

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.17: C3821 STANDARD LANGUAGEFILE C3821.1988: STANDARD LANGUAGE

20 APRIL 1988 - 14 JUNE 198805 ITEMS IN ONE FILE

1. Memorandums regarding Concessioner Maintenance and Operating Plans; Servicewide concession statistics

2. A draft copy of Maintenance and Operating PlansSUB-SUBSERIES 38.18: C3823 CONCESSIONS ADMINISTRATION/BATHOUSES-

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GENERALFILE C3823.1945-1953: CONCESSIONS ADMINISTRATION/BATHHOUSES-GENERAL

03 FEBRUARY 1945 – 03 SEPTEMBER 1953157 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile C3823.1945-1953.1: 02/08/1951 - 03/09/1953 1. Correspondence regarding bathhouse closings/Sundays and attachments (G. C.

Ellis Hotel and Apartments Inc. H. S., AR., Thomas J. Allen Asst. Director and Hon. J. W. Trimble U. S. House of Representatives).

2. Memorandums regarding bathhouse/business and solicitation of patrons by bathhouses using the terms, “under government supervision” (D. S. Libbey Superintendent M. R. Tillotson Regional Director).

3. Correspondence regarding bathhouse/leases and contracts between bathhouses and National Park service concerning bathhouse/bathing and indigent bathers after closing of government bathhouse (D. S. Libbey, Superintendent - bathhouse mangers Leach, Webster, Hogaboom, Neimeyer, Ebel, Goodwin, Hankins, Gibson, Callahan, and Lake).

4. Correspondence between DOI and Hot Springs National Park regarding bathhouse/employees (attendants) and supervision. Details changes in the, “head attendant” system i.e., supervision of black employees and pay structures (D. W. Egermyer and D. S. Libbey Superintendent).

5. Memorandum concerning the transfer of bathhouse/financial and stock transfers (D. S. Libbey Superintendent).

Subfile C3823.1945-1953.2: 02/08/51 – 06/01/501. Correspondence regarding bathhouse closings/Sundays (Herman B. Cohers, A. E.

Demaray, NPS Director D.C., and D. S. Libbey).2. Memorandums and subsequent correspondence between HSNP and local

bathhouses and the Hot Springs Mountain Observatory Company regarding bathhouse/business and insurance coverage of concessioners. Includes insurance schedules outlining coverage and limits. (J. V. Lloyd, Regional Chief of Public Services Reg. 3 Santa Fe NM and T. Boles Superintendent HSNP).

3. Memorandum regarding bathhouse/concession matters (J. V. Lloyd and T. Boles)4. Memorandums to bathhouse mangers and letter to PHS Medical Center Camp

Garaday, AR regarding bathhouse/health and employee checkups. Outlines annual physical examinations of bathhouse employees (T. Boles, E. B. Johnwick Medical Officer).

5. Memorandum regarding schedule for bathhouse/facilities and installation. Additional items can be found in subfile C3823.1945-1953.3 (T. Boles)

Subfile C3823.1945-1953.3: 21/12/49 – 22/03/461. Correspondence between Saratoga Springs Commission concerning

bathhouse/advertising and tourism and the, “application” and subsequent listing of Hot Springs bathhouses in the American Medical Association’s report on American health resorts.

2. Schedule of bathhouses/concessioners authorized to furnish accommodations for the public in National Park areas during 1947.

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3. Memorandums and correspondence concerning the following. Thermal water/collection and distribution system and the new 8-inch hot water line to bathhouses north of Fountain Street (Arlington, Majestic, Rockafellow, and St. Joseph’s). Bathhouse closing/holiday holiday observance and hours (inquiry by Board of Registered Physicians). Bathhouse/operation and creation of uniform schedule of operating hours among bathhouses. Bathhouse/furnishings and improvements. Bathhouse/attendants’ fees. Bathhouse/business and financial concerning transfer of capital stock in the Ozark Bathhouse. Bathhouse/laundry service to bathhouses (M. Klyman, Chairman of Hot Springs Laundry Association/Craighead Laundry). Bathhouse/Hot Springs Bathhouse Association (HSBHA) elections and roster of new officers. Bathhouse sports/training facilities and professional sports (Philadelphia Eagles Football “Club”).

Subfile C3823.1945-1953.4: 18/03/46 – 25/06/451. Correspondence between Craighead Laundry and Cleaners and office of Price

Administration (OPA) regarding bathhouse/laundry service and price adjustment to the bathhouses (M. Klyman, G. E. Hogaboom, D. S. Libbey, and R. P. Hall).

2. Correspondence, and attachments, between Hot Springs Park (HOSP) and Hot Springs Bathhouse Association (HSBHA) regarding bathhouse closing/holiday observance (G. E. Hogaboom President hot Springs Bathhouse Association and D. S. Libbey Superintendent).

3. Memorandums issued to all bathhouses by HOSP concerning thermal water/collection and distribution. Outlines the installation of necessary water lines to, “permit” or code compliance by the bathhouses (D. S. Libbey).

4. Correspondence between HOSP and the American Medical Association’s (AMA) committee on bathhouse/tourism and American Health Resorts (D.S. Libbey, W.W. Bauer M. D., and G.E. Hogaboom).

5. Correspondence between HOSP and HSBHA concerning bathhouse/employees (attendants and helpers) and labor issues made at the request of the Hot Springs Bathhouse Employee’s Association (G. E. Hogaboom President hot Springs Bathhouse Association and D. S. Libbey Superintendent).

6. Memorandum for the superintendent regarding reports on bathhouse/employees (attendants and helpers) and labor issues. Additional reports can be found in file C3823.1945-1953.5 (G.C. Bolton and D.S. Libbey).

Subfile C3823.1945-1953.5: 13/06/45 – 29/01/451. Memorandums for the files concerning bathhouse/laundry services (G.C. Bolton

and D.S. Libbey)2. Correspondence between HOSP and the American Medical Association’s (AMA)

committee on bathhouse/tourism and American Health Resorts, and AMA pamphlet Doctors Looking Ahead, a weekly series dramatizing programs and medical advances of the day (D.S. Libbey, W. W. Bauer M. D., and G. E. Hogaboom).

FILE C3823.1938-1944: CONCESSIONS ADMINISTRATION/BATHHOUSES-GENERAL 13 JANUARY 1938 – 27 MARCH 1944166 ITEMS IN FIVE SUBFILES

Subfile C3823.1938-1944.1: 15/12/44 – 27/03/44141

1. Memorandums and correspondence between DOI, HOSP and bathhouses concerning bathhouse closing/Sundays. Includes original authorization for closing bathhouse on Sundays (DOI N.B. Demaray, HOSP D.S. Libbey and all bathhouse managers)

2. Memorandums between HOSP and HSBHA concerning the discontinuance of bathhouse/treatment and electrical or mechanical equipment in the massage departments (G.E. Hogaboom President Hot Springs Bathhouse Association and D.S. Libbey Superintendent).

3. Memorandums for files of the superintendent regarding thermal water/city water. Includes the HSBHA resolution to install connection to the city water supply (D. S. Libbey)

4. Memorandums between HOSP and the DOI (Santa Fe and Washington) concerning bathhouse/redistribution program and the army’s plans for the Arlington, Majestic, and Park hotels as redistribution centers for soldiers returning from overseas duty/ Pacific Theater (J.W. Emmert, N.B. Demaray, D.S. Libbey, G.C. Bolton, M.R. Tillotson, and E.T. Scoyen).

5. Memorandums between HOSP and DOI (Santa Fe) regarding HOSP bathhouse/construction Program and reclamation programs. Bathhouse/financial and stock transfers, thermal water/water consumption, and bathhouse/fees increase for bathhouse attendants (Emmert, Bolton, and Tillotson)

Subfile C3823.1938-1944.2: 31/12/43 – 13/02/431. Memorandums between HSBHA and HOSP regarding bathhouse

closing/weekdays, Sundays, holidays, and hours of operation (G.E. Hogaboom and J.W. Emmert)

2. Memorandums between HOSP and Garland County Hot Springs Medical Society (GCHSMS) concerning bathhouse/training - compliance and requirements for bathhouse employees to render treatments to “patients” (J.W. Emmert and H. King Wade M.D.)

3. Memorandums between HOSP and War Production Board (WPB) describing bathhouse/business and operations to the WPB (J.W. Emmert and WPB Little Rock, AR)

4. Memorandums between HOSP and DOI (Chicago) concerning bathhouse/operations and automotive schedules for the WPB (J.W. Emmert and H.A. Tolson).

5. Memorandums between HOSP and DOI (Santa Fe) regarding the Office of Defense Transportation’s (ODT) “special investigation” of bathhouse/laundry service concerning the regulation and zoning of laundry deliveries for the bathhouses (J.W. Emmert, M.R. Tillotson, and E. Davis, District Manager ODT)

6. Memorandums between HOSP and HSBHA concerning bathhouse/training and education schedules of classes, lectures, and clinics for training of bath attendants and helpers (J. W. Emmert)

7. Memorandums between HOSP superintendents concerning bathhouse/concession contracts. Thermal water/rate increase, revision of bathhouse/business and regulations, and employee compensation/wage increases for bath attendants (J.W. Emmert).

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8. Correspondence between HOSP and Selective Service Board in Hot Springs regarding bathhouse employee/exemption status for married bath attendants, helpers, and masseurs. (D.S. Libbey)

9. Correspondence between HOSP and War Production Board (WPB) regarding bathhouse/business and operations in conjunction with War Production Board Regulations (original copies). Part 3175 – Regulation Applicable to the bathhouse/construction and Controlled Materials Plan (CMP Reg. 5A March 19, 1943). Part 1022 – bathhouse/HVAC and Plumbing and Heating Emergency Repairs (P-84 December 16, 1942), and correspondence concerning the same (J.W. Emmert, G. Bolton, and C.S. Christian, Regional Director War Production Board, Little Rock, AR).

10. Memorandums concerning bathhouse/security and petty larceny in bathhouses (G. Bolton, J.W. Emmert, and I.D. Townsend, Chief Ranger HOSP).

Subfile C3823.1938-1944.3: 10/02/43 – 13/11/411. Correspondence regarding bathhouse/health regulations and physical

examinations of bathhouse employees. Includes list of examinees (A.V. Deibert Medical Officer in Charge, U.S. Public Health Service)

2. Correspondence between HSBHA and HOSP regarding bathhouse closing/weekdays, Sundays, holidays, and hours of operation. Includes survey of bathhouses (G.E. Hogaboom and J.W. Emmert)

3. Memorandums and correspondence between HOSP and DOI concerning guidelines set forth dealing with bathhouse/business and operations (C.L. Gable chief, Park Operators Division, Meskey, Tolson, Drury, and HOSP); bathhouse/health regulations and physical examinations. Outlines schedules and arrangements for physicals (G.C. Bolton and A.V. Deibert)

4. Memorandums and correspondence between HOSP and the AMA’s committee on bathhouse/tourism and American Health Resorts concerning the application process, supervision, and DOI position on HOSP involvement in the program. Includes a copy of the AMA committee on American Health Resorts rules and minimum standards (G.C. Bolton, W.W. Bauer, P.P. Patraw, and C.L. Gable)

5. Memorandums and correspondence between HOSP Directors concerning bathhouse/employees and the Selective Service. Includes a “casualty list” of bathhouse employees (“male”) that have been drafted (P.P. Patraw and G.C. Bolton).

6. Correspondence between the Executive Office of the President Office For Emergency Management (OEM), HOSP, National Association Of Dryers And Cleaners (NADC), and Craighead Laundry and Cleaners concerning bathhouse/laundry service and request for bathhouses to be allowed to operate under the category of “hospitals” for delivery of laundry. Includes copies of TITLE 49 – TRANSPORTATION AND RAILROADS CHAPTER II – OFFICE OF DEFENSE TRANSPORTATION (General Permit O.D.T. No. 17-1) PART 521 – CONSERVATION OF MOTOR EQUIPMENT… and related correspondence (J.L.Rogers, Director OEM Division of Motor Transportation, P.P. Patraw, and J.M. Matson, Managing Executive, NADC).

7. Correspondence for the files: a three-day excerpt of events concerning bathhouse/segregation and discrimination of bathhouse employees (G.C. Bolton).

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8. Memorandum and minutes of meeting between HOSP, DOI Park Operators Division, and HSBHA concerning an increase in bath rates. Includes a list of all bathhouse representatives. Original meeting agenda and collateral documentation in the following subfile (D.S. Libbey).

Subfile C3823.1938-1944.4: 10/10/41 – 07/03/381. Memorandums and correspondence between HOSP, HSBHA, and Ozark

Bathhouse concerning bathhouse/sports and recreation and baseball ticket sales at bathhouses and general bathhouse business including monthly statement forms (C.L. Gable, G.C. Bolton and C.M. King President, HSBHA).

2. Memorandum request for information pertaining to AMA’s report on bathhouse/tourism and American Health Resorts (J. Wingate, Supervisor DOI NY, NY)

3. Correspondence concerning bathhouse/advertising and promotions with radio station KTHS HS, AR (P. Patraw and A.E. Demaray)

4. Correspondence from HOSP concerning bathhouse/business and “employers liability” insurance for bathhouse employees, bathhouse/business and unearned sales from outstanding tickets, bathhouse/financial and stock transfers. Includes a list of stock investment shown on balance for the current year period (Bathhouse Managers, P. Patraw, and H. Albright Director DOI).

5. Correspondence between HOSP and the AMA’s committee on American Health Resorts concerning questionnaire/survey on American Health Resorts. Includes answers to questionnaire (P. Patraw, Bathhouse Managers, and W. S. McClellan M.D., AMA).

6. Memorandums and correspondence between HOSP and bathhouse managers concerning bathhouse/employee policy, bathhouse/employee compensation, bathhouse/segregation and discrimination “successful [white]” that passed physical examinations (D.S. Libbey, G. Bolton, C.L. Gable and Buckstaff, Ozark, Lamar, Quapaw, Fordyce, Hale, Maurice, and Superior Bathhouse managers).

7. Memorandums and correspondence between HOSP and HSBHA concerning bathhouse/business and plans to combine bathhouse ticket booklet and subsequent changes. Includes diagram of proposed tickets, table of bathhouse ticket sales by series proposed by HSBHA, and the proposed system offered by HOSP and the Buckstaff. (D.S. Libbey and Buckstaff, Ozark, Ozark Sanitarium Bathhouse, Lamar, Quapaw, Fordyce, Hale, Maurice, Alhambra, Majestic, Eastman, Rockafellow, Moody, and Superior Bathhouse managers).

8. Memorandum and correspondence between HOSP and BSBHA concerning bathhouse/policy and procedure and operators executing the oath of office, monthly bathhouses report procedures and policy, employee compensation, and prescriptions and referrals (H. Asbell, D.S. Libbey and H. Tolson).

Subfile C3823.1938-1944.5: 01/03/38 – 13/01/381. Memorandums and correspondence between DOI, HOSP, and HSBHA

concerning bathhouse employee/compensation - hours, wages, and tips. Includes office order 333 from and Regulations of Hours of Labor and Wages for National Park Operators 83285 (D.S. Libbey, A.B. Cammerer, Director DOI NPS).

2. Memorandum and correspondence between HOSP, DOI, Washington D.C., and

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HSBHA concerning bathhouse/policy and procedures regarding the process for handling redemption value of old bathhouse tickets (D.S. Libbey, G.C. Bolton, H. Asbell, and A.B. Cammerer, DOI NPS)

3. Memorandums and correspondence between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/leases and contracts (Superior Bathhouse contract), bathhouse/business – policy and procedures for maintaining unearned sales records, handling of bath tickets. Includes memorandum to all physicians on the Federal registration List (D.S. Libbey, N. Demaray, and A.B. Cammerer).

FILE C3823.1934-1937: CONCESSIONS ADMINISTRATION/BATHHOUSES-GENERAL 2 JANUARY 1934 - 17 DECEMBER 1937163 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile C3823.1934-1937.1: 17/12/37 – 10/02/371. Correspondence between HOSP, HSBHA, and DOI Washington D.C. concerning

bathhouse/policy and procedure on bathing non-registered guest. Includes list of names of non-registered guests bathing at the Eastman Hotel. Bathhouse/closing and hours, bathhouse employee compensation/wages and hours, bathhouse employee/training and notice of attached schedule of classes. (W.D. Hart, E. Farrell, G.E. Hogaboom, G.C. Bolton, D.S. Libbey, and H.A. Tolson)

2. Correspondence between HOSP, HSBHA, and DOI Washington D.C. concerning bathhouse/business and bathing regarding the “Application and Certificate of Baths” form used in bathhouses and related liability insurance issues. Includes three working copies submitted for approval (G.E. Hogaboom, D.S. Libbey, and G.A. Cammerer).

3. Correspondence between HOSP HSBHA, and DOI concerning bathhouse/policy and procedure for complimentary baths (O. Wilson, G.E. Hogaboom, D.S. Libbey, and A.E. Demaray).

Subfile C3823.1934-1937.2: 10/02/37 – 28/10/35 1. Correspondence between HOSP, HSBHA, and DOI concerning bathhouse general

information i.e., bathhouse closing/hours, and bathhouse/training and material for bathhouse attendants. Includes correspondence between University of Arkansas Medical School Little Rock and HOSP for the purpose of complimentary baths, attached complete list of medical school graduates 07/06/37 (W.E. Chester, D.S. Libbey, and M. Holmes, Chief Clerk DOI Washington D.C.).

2. Memorandum between HOSP and all bathhouses concerning bathhouse/policy and procedure regarding memorandums, advertising, and alterations, improvements, installations, and equipment. Bathhouse/business and financial i.e., bath rates (and ticket redemption value), tipping, sales tax, reporting dividends, and book keeping records. Bathhouse/training and attendants i.e., instruction, bathhouse/employee and personnel policy, bathhouse/health and employee physical examinations, and handling physician's treatment orders. Bathhouse/business and complimentary baths, bathhouse/operation and management – daily reports, health cards. Bathhouse/ceremony and Holidays, flags and decorations. (Bathhouse managers and HOSP)

3. Memorandum between HOSP and all bathhouse managers concerning bathhouse closing/hours of operation. Bathhouse/policy and procedures concerning massage

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tickets, masseurs, and masseuses regarding the administration and reports of massages. Bathhouse/business and rentals, sale of merchandise, and statistical reports (author unknown). (Bathhouse managers and HOSP)

4. Correspondence between HOSP, GOA, and DOI Washington D.C. concerning changes in bathhouse/tubbage and rates specified in bathhouse contracts. Includes listing of bathhouses/leases and their respective contract numbers, phone numbers, number of tubs, manager names (1936), and expiration date of contract. Additional attachments include DOI recommendations pertaining to the renewal of bathhouse/lease and contracts for the Superior Bathhouse, Hale Bathhouse, Imperial Bathhouse, and, “the therapeutic pool situation” in the park/Fordyce Bathhouse (D.S. Libbey, H.A. Tolson, A.E. Demaray, A.B. Cammerer, and J.S. Boyd, Chief Contracting Examining Section).

5. Correspondence between HOSP, Government Free Bathhouse, and DOI concerning park boundaries/city limits and subsequent legal action, bathhouse/financial-declaring dividends – includes attachment of Excerpts From The Annotated Corporation Statutes Of Arkansas. Additional correspondence concerning employee/labor laws and labor scheduling compliance with Arkansas state labor laws – includes attachment of “Hours of employment Female Personnel” (T.J. Allen and Captain R.L. Gaffney, Manager Government Free Bathhouse).

6. Memorandum between HOSP and Federal Board Of Registered Physicians (FBORP) Hot Springs, AR. Regarding thermal water/analysis. Includes table of water samples taken 30/04/35 from the Superior, Hale, Maurice, Fordyce, Quapaw, Ozark, Buckstaff, Lamar, and Imperial Bathhouses (T.J. Allen, Jr. and O.C. Wenger, M.D.).

7. Correspondence between HOSP and HSBHA concerning bathhouse/management. Includes a listing of all “directors” for Alhambra, Arlington, Buckstaff, Fordyce, Hale, New Imperial, Kingsway, Lamar, Majestic, Maurice, New Moody, Ozark, Ozark Sanatorium and Bathhouse, Quapaw, Rockafellow, and Superior (T.J. Allen).

8. Correspondence between HOSP, HSBHA, and DOI concerning bathhouse closing/hours, bathhouse/business and financial - GOA revised income and expense form, authorizations and approvals in connection with bathhouse/leases and contracts, and bathhouse/treatments and services - request for listing of services offered by bathhouses regarding hydrotherapy, mercury, and pool treatments. (T.J. Allen and H.A. Tolson).

Subfile C3823.1934-1937.3: 29/12/14 – 28/11/351. Correspondence between HOSP, Maurice Bathhouse, and DOI Washington, D.C.

concerning bathhouse/treatments and bathing regarding the application and the schedule for redemption for the 10–treatment courses. Includes original and revised redemption schedules (M.T. Relyea, MBH T.J. Allen, A.E. Demaray, and H.M. Albright).

2. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/treatment rates and amended rates for mercury rubs at all bathhouses (W.P. Parks, A.B. Cammerer, and A.T. Vogelsang).

3. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning

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bathhouse/facilities and the application and installation of additional tubs, bathhouse/rates - request for decrease in yearly rates for tubs in the Avenue Hotel, Saint Joseph’s Hospital, Ozark Bathhouse. Includes comparative bathhouse/financial and sales figures for 1934/35 to support request for decrease (W.P. Parks, T.J. Allen, Joseph Bolton, J.H. Edwards, A.B. Cammerer, B. Sweeney, H.A. Tolson, and O.L. Chapman, Assistant Secretary).

4. Correspondence between DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/leases and contracts and the suspension and reapplication for use by the Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias (A.B. Cammerer and H.M. Albright).

5. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/business and state sales tax in connection with the “Arkansas Emergency Retail Sales Tax Law”. Includes copies of Act 233 of The Fifth General Assembly, 1935 pertaining to sales tax (T.J. Allen and A.B. Cammerer).

6. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI concerning noncompliance of National Recovery Administration (NRA) hotel codes and – employee/compensation minimum wage and maximum hours of the Majestic Hotel/ Southwest Hotels Company, Inc. employee’s (T.J. Allen, and A.B. Cammerer).

7. Correspondence between HOSP, DOI Washington, D.C., Secretary of The Interior, and J.R. Fordyce regarding the feasibility and construction of a modern bathhouse with, “under water treatment facilities and other physiotherapy equipment” for the treatment of infantile paralysis. Includes General Office Order No. 283 (J.R. Fordyce, T.J. Allen, A.E. Demaray, A.B. Cammerer, and T.A. Walters, Secretary of The Interior).

Subfile C3823.1934-1937.4: 15/05/34 – 02/01/341. Correspondence between HOSP, J.R. Fordyce, George R. Mann, Wanger and

King Architects, DOI Washington, D.C., and Secretary of The Interior regarding the feasibility and construction of a modern bathhouse on bathhouse row. Includes “Suggested Plan Of Development”, “Proposal”, and personal correspondence of J.R. Fordyce (J.R. Fordyce, G.R. Mann, Senator J.T. Robinson, Congresswoman I. Greenway, Congressman D.D. Glover, T.J. Allen, A.E. Demaray, A.B. Cammerer, and H.A. Ickes, Secretary of The Interior).

2. Correspondence between HOSP, HSBHA, J.R. Fordyce, and H. Brewer concerning bathhouse/business. Includes correspondence on the Hale Bathhouse/leases and contracts, bathhouse/consolidation, bathhouse/construction of facilities for the treatment of infantile paralysis. Bathhouse/policy and procedure for cashing checks at large and specifically those drawn on Arkansas National Bank drafts, and NRA code and regulation jurisdiction over bathhouses (T.J. Allen, J.R. Fordyce, and H. Brewer).

3. Correspondence between HOSP, HSBHA, and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning the National Recovery Administration’s regulations and bathhouse/policy and procedures regarding employee/labor and hours, compensation, and closing policies for concessioners. Includes United States Department of the Interior Regulations of Hours of Labor and Wages for National Park Operator’s schedule 83285 (T.J. Allen and A.B. Cammerer).

4. Memorandum between HOSP and “bathhouse operators” concerning National Recovery Administration/codes and exemption status for St. Joseph’s Hospital, the

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Arlington, the Hale, the Kingsway, the Maurice, the New Moody, the Ozark, the Ozark Sanatorium and Bathhouse, the Superior, the Alhambra, the Quapaw, and the Rockafellow Bathhouse and Hotel. (T.J. Allen, Sister M. Bernard, W.E. Chester, O. Wilson, B.E. Wallace, M.T. Relyea, F.M. Moody, S.J. Erickson, W.V. Laws, H.H. Bell, S.M. Fink, E.L. Howlett, and C.A. Rockafellow).

5. Correspondence between HOSP and HSBHA concerning bathhouse/sports and the reopening of Oaklawn Park and “pari-mutuel” [sic] betting (T.J. Bell and H.H. Bell).

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Subfile C3823.1929-1933.1: 26/12/33 – 24/07/331. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, HSBHA, Hot Springs High

School (HSH), and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning jurisdictional issues of National Recovery Administration/hotel codes over HOSP bathhouses. Bathhouse/business and the issuance of complimentary bath tickets issued to HSH football team and attached press release and bathhouse closing/ holidays and hours. (M. Perry, Hot Springs Johnson, A.B. Cammerer, and H.L. Ickes).

2. Correspondence between HOSP, HSBHA, and DOI Washington D.C. concerning bathhouse employee/compensation and hours specifically for management of the Majestic, Arlington, Moody, Rockefeller [sic], and Kingsway bathhouse hotels. Additional correspondence and memorandum concerning water usage, employee/disciplinary action (management of the Imperial and Ozark Bathhouses) and attached statement of compliance with HOSP rules and regulations. Signed by bathhouse managers of the Superior, Hale, Maurice, Fordyce, Quapaw, Ozark, Buckstaff, Lamar, Imperial, and Alhambra (E.A. Kendall M.D., W.E. Chester, T.J. Allen, and A.B. Cammerer).

3. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, HSBHA, DOI Washington, D.C., Branch of Engineering Office of National Park Service (NPSBOE), Headquarters Army And Navy Hospital Officer of the Commanding Officer (and HOSP), Consumers Gas Company Hot Springs, AR., and Lion Oil Refining Company El Dorado, AR. Correspondence concerns bathhouse/power plants and the use of fuel oil for heating purposes in the bathhouses, HOSP/environmental protection and subsequent field study on environmental impact, resultant alternative heating methods proposed, and attached statement of compliance with HOSP rules and regulations signed by bathhouse managers. (S.E. Dillon, W.O. Creason, O.G. Taylor, G. Bolton, T.J. Allen, and A.B. Cammerer).

Subfile C3823.1929-1933.2: 16/07/33 – 04/05/321. Correspondence between HOSP, HSBHA, and HOSP concerning

bathhouse/power plants and the use of fuel oil for heating purposes in the bathhouses (O. Wilson, T.J. Allen, R.S. McKenzie Captain, M.C., and J.D. Fife Colonel, M.C.).

2. Memorandum between Headquarters Army And Navy Hospital Officer of the Commanding Officer Hot Springs, War Department Army And Navy Hospital Office of the Constructing Quartermaster Hot Springs, and War Department Office of the Quartermaster General Washington D.C. Correspondence concerns

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bathhouse/power plants and the use of fuel oil for heating purposes in the bathhouses. Memorandum includes bathhouse/environmental protection and report findings and recommendation on the continued use of fuel oil for heating purposes (B.E. Cooper Captain, Q.M.C., E.E. Kirkpatrick, Jr. 2nd Lieutenant, Q.M.C., M.B. Birdseye Captain, Q.M.C., and E.M. George Captain Q.M.C).

3. Correspondence between War Department Army And Navy Hospital Office of the Constructing Quartermaster Hot Springs, Department Of Public Works City of Los Angles, The City Of New York Office of the Commissioner Of Public Works Municipal Building, and United States Department Of Agriculture Bureau Of Agricultural Engineering Washington, D.C. Correspondence concerns bathhouse/environmental protection and includes collateral documentation used in the study of fuel oil for heating purposes in the bathhouses (C.O. Brittain, J.F. Plunkett, and G.R. Boyd).

4. Memorandum between Headquarters Army And Navy Hospital Officer of the Commanding Officer Hot Springs concerning bathhouse/environmental protection and data requested by The Department of the Interior on the use of fuel oil for heating purposes in the bathhouses. Includes schedules of current gas rates and consumption as well as projected costs and consumption associated with the use of fuel oil and attachment of news paper article Sentinel Record, 02/10/32 (B.E. Cooper Captain, Q.M.C and J.D. Fife Colonel, M.C.)

5. Correspondence between HOSP, HSBHA, and DOI Washing ton D.C. concerning bathhouse employee compensation/wages and hours for management, bathhouse facilities/tub reduction, bathhouse closing/hours, bathhouse maintenance/painting, bathhouse operations/water rate reduction, bathhouse operations/fees, bathhouse policy and procedure/checks and advertising (T.J. Allen, H.A. Albright, and A.B. Cammerer).

6. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, DOI Washington D.C., J.R. Fordyce, and A.H. Buckstaff concerning bathhouse/consolidation of bathhouses (T.J. Allen, H.M. Albright, J.R. Fordyce, and A.H. Buckstaff).

7. Correspondence between HOSP and HSBHA concerning “drumming” by the Kingsway Hotel and bathhouse/tourism and railroads excursions to the bathhouses (T.J. Allen, Chester, Moody, Wallace, and Thomas).

8. Correspondence between HOSP concerning thermal water/radioactivity. Includes a copy of the Congressional Record of the seventy-second Congress’s, First Session Washington, Friday, April 29, 1932 speech by Senator Royal S. Copeland. Copies are split between subfile C3823.1929-1933.2 and C3823.1929-1933.3 (T.J. Allen and R.S. Copeland Senator United States Senate).

Subfile C3823.1929-1933.3: 28/04/32 – 01/12/311. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, DOI Washington, D.C., the

Hale and the Alhambra bathhouses concerning bathhouse employee/disciplinary action, bathhouse policy and procedure advertising, bathhouse/closing and holidays, and “application and certification of baths “ amended wording (O. Wilson, E.H. Bancroft, T.J. Allen, and A.E. Demaray).

2. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, DOI Washington, D.C., and the Superior, Lamar, Quapaw, Ozark and Maurice Bathhouses concerning bathhouse/environmental protection and fuel oil burning, bathhouse/sanitation and

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bathing regulations, and bathhouse employee/training, instruction and regulations in physiotherapy pools. Bathhouse/financial includes in short form comparative earnings schedule of investment capital, net profit, and rate of return on investment. Bathhouse/business leases and contracts includes listing of bathhouses, number of tubs, and lease expiration dates, and bathhouse/consolidation (W.A. Blossom, G.C. Bolton, T.J. Allen, A.E. Demaray, and H.M. Albright)

3. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/consolidation. Includes “Bathhouse Consolidation Plan No. 1” which provides in-depth outline of consolidation proposal made by DOI (J.F. Manier, A.H. Buckstaff, G.E. Hogaboom, E.L. Howlett, T.J. Allen, A.E. Demaray, and H.M. Albright).

4. Correspondence between HOSP concerning thermal water/consumption and water meter readings (31/01/32). Includes schedule of bathhouse meter readings (06/11/31 through 31/01/32), usage in gallons, numbers baths given, and gallon usage per bath (T.J. Allen and A.E. Demaray).

5. Report between HOSP and Public Health Service (PHS) Hot Springs, AR Office Of Medical Officer In Charge Venereal Disease Clinic concerning thermal water/analysis and the identification of the “No. of colonies per standard agar plate”, “Fermentation per cent [sic]”, and “Bac. Coli”. Includes the Lamar, Hale, Maurice, Quapaw, Ozark, Fordyce, Buckstaff, Superior Bathhouses and the Government Bathhouse and Maurice pool (C.E. Oates).

Subfile C3823.1929-1933.4: 17/10/31 – 16/06/301. Correspondence between HOSP, DOI, and the Lamar, Buckstaff, and Quapaw

Bathhouses concerning the request for bathhouse/power plant and approval for a central heating and power plant at HOSP. Includes original proposal by J.R. Fordyce (G.E. Hogaboom, J.F. Manier, E.L. Howlett, J.R. Fordyce, G.L. Collins, and A.E. Demaray).

2. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, HSBHA, and DOI concerning bathhouse therapy/high colonic irrigation, and personal correspondence between J.R. Fordyce and H.M. Albright. Thermal water/meters and consumption includes schedule of readings, usage by gallons, number of baths given, gallon usage per bath, and meter numbers for the for the following bathhouses. The Alhambra, Pythian, Ozark, Buckstaff, Woodman of Union, Moody, Kingsway, Rockafellow, Majestic, Arlington, Hale, Superior, Maurice, Fordyce, Quapaw, Lamar, and Imperial Bathhouses, Ozark Sanatorium, the Government Free Bathhouse, St. Joseph’s Infirmary, and Levi Hospital. (J.R. Fordyce, G.L. Collins, and H.M. Albright).

3. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, HSBA, and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning thermal water/exhibit springs in bathhouses and the “pending establishment of an exhibit spring”, use of open springs in bathhouses, bathhouse water rates and installation of meters. Includes original proposal offered by W.F. Lake of the Superior Bathhouse (W.F. Lake, C.L. Gable, G.C. Bolton, G.L. Collins, and A.B. Cammerer).

4. Memorandum of Conference between HOSP and HSBHA concerning bathhouse/bathing fees and increases, thermal water/rates and meters, variance in fees between bathhouses both here and abroad. Includes listing of bathhouses

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that were felt to be in direct competition with HOSP (C.L. Gable).5. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C.

concerning bathhouse/financial year-end reports and a request for copies by J.R. Fordyce for use in bathhouse consolidation proposal (J.R. Fordyce, H. Devalin, and A.B. Cammerer).

6. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse facilities/equipment and rental fees. Includes a list of tubs, showers, sitz baths, vapor cabinets, drinking fountains, pack sinks, hydrotherapy spinal douche and showers, douches, and lavatories by bathhouse. Which includes the Alhambra, Arlington, Buckstaff, Eastman, Fordyce, Hale, Imperial, Lamar, Majestic, Maurice, Moody, Ozark, Ozark Sanatorium [sic], Pythian, Quapaw, Rockafellow, Superior, St. Joseph’s, and Woodman of Union (H. DeValin Sr. surgeon, U.S. Public Health Service).

7. Correspondence between HOSP, HSBHA, DOI Washington, D.C. concerning the approval of reduced rates for the Fordyce Bathhouse and subsequent protest from HSBHA (G.A. Hogaboom, S.J. Erickson, G.A. Callahan, J.F. Manier, F.N. Nix, M.T. Relyea, H.H. Bell, O.M. Wilson, H. de Valin, and A.B. Cammerer).

Subfile C3823.1929-1933.5: 10/06/30 – 23/01/291. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bath

treatments/regulation and instruction for vapor baths. Includes resolution passed by the Garland County – Hot Springs Medical Society to “go on record as not being in accord with the views of…Dr. H. Devalin” regarding vapor baths. Bathhouse/business and grievances, bathhouse/consolidation, new bathhouse facility, wheel-chair accessibility in bathhouses, and a request for the Fordyce to build a sun deck on the roof of the Fordyce (J.R. Fordyce, G.A. Hebert, and H.M. Albright).

2. Correspondence between DOI Washington, D.C. and the committee representing the Hot Springs Bathhouses (HSBHA) concerning bathhouse/management and supervision of the bathhouses under the “present system of local management…by a representative of the PHS”. Includes outline of various issues faced by the bathhouses under supervision of the PHS (E.L. Howlett, M.T. Relyea, J.F. Manier, G.E. Hogaboom, and H.M. Albright).

3. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/bathing and rates for the Fordyce Bathhouse (H. De Valin, A.E. Demaray, and H.M. Albright).

4. Correspondence between HOSP, Bathhouse Managers Association (BHMA), and DOI Washington, D.C. regarding bathhouse/tourism and the committee of operators of public utilities in the national parks distributing pictures, films, and slides of HOSP (H.H. Hays, G.E. Hogaboom, H. de Valin, and H.M. Albright).

5. Correspondence between HOSP, J.R. Fordyce, and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/consolidation. Includes original proposal, “PHYSICAL” REASONS FOR THE COMBINATION OF THE BATH HOUSES [sic] ON BATH HOUSE ROW [sic]. (F.A. Stearns, C.L. Gable, H. de Valin, and A.B. Cammerer).

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101 ITEMS IN THREE SUBFILESSubfile C3823.1918-1928.1: 29/12/27 – 22/04/22

1. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, Hot Springs bathhouses, and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/civic organization Business and Professional Women’s Club of Hot Springs, drumming/ C.W. Shepherd and Quiet Hotel, bathhouse/closing and hours, bathhouse/tourism and golf tournament associated with Golfers Magazine, bathhouses/advertising and objectionable signage. Includes list of bathhouse managers for the Imperial, Lamar, Buckstaff, Ozark, Quapaw, Fordyce, Maurice, Hale, and Superior Bathhouses with original signatures (G.E. Hogaboom, J. Bolton M.D., and A.B. Cammerer).

2. Correspondence and memorandum between the Arlington, Maurice, Hale, Fordyce, Quapaw, Buckstaff, and Lamar, HOSP, and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/construction requesting “plats and descriptions of leased land” on the park (1924). Includes plat descriptions in longitude, latitude, degrees, minutes, feet, and inches, and original hand drawn plat maps of the Hale and Lamar Bathhouses (W.G. Maurice, T.P. Shelby, G.A. Callahan, G.E. Hogaboom, J. Bolton M.D., and DOI Washington, D.C.).

3. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, bathhouse operators, and DOI Washington D.C., concerning bathhouse/leases and contracts and “what might be termed a “back to the contract” movement in current DOI administration. Includes sample blue print, together with the description of land in Yellowstone National Park (J. Bolton and A.B. Cammerer).

4. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, HSBHA, DOI, and bathhouse patrons concerning bathhouse/closing and Sundays, employee/labor relations and annual leaves, bathhouse/patrons and child bathing, and employee/training and instruction costs, bathhouse/stock ownership, (Miss. O.D. Eddy, J.M. Smith, C.H. Waring, P.P. Patraw Chief Clerk, A.E. Demaray).

5. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and HSBHA concerning HOSP request for bathhouse/financial receipts and expenses for bathhouses. Includes schedules of receipts and expenses for the Eastman, Fordyce, Maurice, Quapaw, Buckstaff, Majestic, New Moody, Superior, Rector, Ozark Sanatorium [sic] and Bathhouse, Alhambra, and New Rector Bathhouses (W.E. Chester, J.F. Manier, G.H. Callahan, H.A. Jones, F.M. Moody, H.H. Bell, C.W. Rockafellow, and T.P. Shelby).

Subfile C3823.1918-1928.2: 22/04/22 – 07/02/191. Correspondence between HOPS, bathhouse managers, and DOI Washington

D.C., concerning bathhouse/regulations and rules pertaining to tickets and child bathing, bathhouse/helpers, attendants, masseurs fees and tips, bathhouse/financial and stockholders. Includes correspondence regarding doctors and conflicts of interest with bathhouse stock. Bathhouse/closing and Sundays. Includes patron complaint on postcard with Jefferson 2-cent postmark. Bathhouse/business and daily reports, bathhouse/sanitation and inspections, and bathhouse/maintenance and regulations governing ventilation (bath managers, W.M. Sodemann, C.H. Waring, and A.B. Cammerer).

2. Employee/personnel list. Includes list of all employees by bathhouse, position, and years of service. Bathhouses included are the Arlington, Alhambra, Buckstaff,

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Hale, Imperial, Lamar, Majestic, Maurice, Moody, Ozark, Ozark Sanitorium [sic], Pythian, Rector, Rockafellow, and Superior Bathhouses.

3. Correspondence between HOSP, City of Hot Springs, and DOI Washington D.C., concerning bathhouse/city ordinances and occupation tax. Includes original signed document of Solicitor General C.D. Mahaffie opinion (G.R. Belding, H.R. Wheeler, Dr. W.P. Parks Superintendent, HOSP., A.B. Cammerer Acting Director, DOI., S.T. Mather Director, NPS., C.D. Mahaffie Solicitor General, DOI.,).

4. Survey of bathhouses regarding mercury rubs, hot packs, laundry, manicuring and hair care. Additional surveys are contained in Subfile C3823.1918-1928.3 (Alhambra, Arlington, Buckstaff, Eastman, Fordyce, Hale, Imperial, Lamar, Levi Hospital, Magnesia, Majestic, New Moody, Ozark, Ozark Sanitorium, Pythian, rector, Rockafellow, Superior Bathhouses, and St. Joseph’s Infirmary).

Subfile C3823.1918-1928.3: 07/02/19 – 01/02/181. Correspondence between HOSP and “Business Men’s” [sic] League concerning

bathhouse/health regarding the influenza “situation” in Hot Springs and showers. Specifically, the “physicological” [sic] value of the (Dr. W.P. Park and Dr. L.R. Ellis).

2. Correspondence between HOSP, Bathhouse employees, and bathhouse managers concerning bathhouse employee/compensation and wage and increase. Includes letter of appreciation to W.P. Parks form the “Bath Attendants Association” (BAA) president, secretary, and executive committee (A.J. McCohnell President, BAA, J. Rogers Secretary, BAA, L.F. Amos, M. Rollins, T.M. Porter, J. Caldwell, Executive Committee members, and T. Shelton Chairman, BAA).

3. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/construction and remodeling (Dr. W.P. Parks and S.T. Mather Director, NPS).

4. Correspondence between HOSP and bathhouse managers regarding bathhouse/business and bathhouse managers committee resolution to organize as the Hot Springs Bathhouse Association (HSBHA). Includes original list of charter members (W.G. Maurice and Dr W.P. Parks).

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Subfile C3823.1912-1917.1: 27/09/17 – 11/06/131. Memorandum and correspondence between HOSP, bathhouse managers, and

DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/business and monthly statement, or number of baths given, thermal baths/treatment course and fees, bathhouse/business procedure and forms. Includes original copy of DOI form1-512. Applications for thermal water/rate reduction for the Moody, Ozark, and horse Shoe Bathhouses, and bathhouse/business and meetings (Dr. W.P. Parks Superintendent, C.R. Trowbridge, and S.T. Mather Director, NPS, A.C. Miller Assistant Secretary DOI Washington, D.C.).

2. Memorandum and correspondence between HOSP and bathhouse managers regarding the Registered Board of Physicians/new members and outgoing members. Includes correspondence concerning Registered Board of Physicians/disciplinary action and drumming (B.F. Bayley Acting Superintendent

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and H.H. Myers Superintendent).3. Memorandum and correspondence between HOSP, DOI Washington, D.C., United

States Senate, National Bank of Commerce St. Louis, Mo., and A.S. Garnett concerning bathhouse/new construction and architects. Includes a list of architects that active in construction during the period of 1912 through1915 (J.G. Lonsdale, A.S. Garnett, J.A. O’Gorman, United States senate, Dr. W.P. Parks, and S.T. Mather DOI).

4. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/additions and remodeling. Includes correspondence regarding the placement of “offices or writing rooms…and stamp vending machines” within bathhouses. (C.R. Trowbridge and B. Sweeney Assistant Secretary DOI Washington, D.C.).

5. Memorandum and correspondence between HOSP, bathhouse managers, DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/rates and fees for children. Includes memo of the bathhouse managers meeting 20/09/1913 and poll on vote regarding the issue of bathhouse/rates and fees for children. Additional attachments include typed and hand written correspondence from the Arlington, Rector, Rockafellow, Horse Shoe, Alhambra, Buckstaff, Hot Springs, Lamar, Palace, Ozark, Hale, Magnesia, Imperial, Maurice, Majestic, and Great Northern Bathhouses regarding bathhouse/rates and fees for children (bathhouse managers, C.R. Trowbridge, and L.C. Laylin Assistant Secretary DOI Washington, D.C.).

6. Memorandum and correspondence between HOSP, the Care Dupont Coal Mining Company, and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/leases and signing bonuses. Includes opinion of the Assistant Attorney General for the Interior Department D-19940. Citing existing laws governing policy regarding the acceptance of bonuses paid upon the execution of leases (W.T. Pyne Care Dupont Mining Company Central City, KY, C.R. Trowbridge, H.H. Myers Superintendent, A.C. Miller Assistant Secretary of DOI Washington, D.C., C.W. Cobb Asst. Attorney General).

7. Bathhouse/rules and regulations. Includes official copy for the Medical Director amended to date circa 1910.

8. Memorandum and correspondence between HOSP and DOI concerning thermal water/rates and fees collection. Includes correspondence concerning fee collection for bathhouses burned out in the 05/12/1913 fire, and fee collection for S. Cooper’s horse pool (S. Saylin Assistant Secretary DOI Washington, D.C. and C.R. Trowbridge).

Subfile C3823.1912-1917.2: 26/04/13 – 04/09/121. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, bathhouse managers, and

DOI Washington, D.C. regarding, Bath-House Rules And Regulations 29/12/09 bathhouse/bathing rules 8,10, and 11 concerning the issuance of bath tickets to persons not being treated by, or under the supervision of a physician. Includes in-depth analysis and review of rules 5, 8, 10, and 11 and their application to the issuance of bath tickets to bathers not being treated by, or under the supervision of a physician. (H.H. Myers Superintendent, Major H.M. Hallock Medical Director, C.S. Ucker Assistant secretary, DOI Washington, D.C., S Saylin Assistant Secretary, DOI Washington, D.C.,).

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2. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, bathhouse managers, and DOI Washington, D.C. regarding bathhouse employee/training and instruction. Class schedule of days, dates, and times. Bathhouse employee/training and instruction. Written examinations and waivers. Includes list of eligible employees, years of service, and age. Bathhouse/drumming, bathhouse/closing Sundays and hours of operation. Correspondence with bathhouse managers regarding bathhouse closing. Bathhouse/closing Sundays and hours of operation. Correspondence with bathhouse owners regarding bathhouse closing. Bathhouse/closing Sundays and hours of operation. Correspondence with bathhouse Attendants Association, bathhouse/attendant licensing and evaluation. Includes list of attendants. (L.F. Amos, N.G. Glover, E.H. Bancroft, G.E. Hogaboom, H.H. Bell, J. F. Manier, O. Corrington, E.S. weaver, J.W. Martin, R. Joyce, J.T. Adelman, H.F. Rector, G.M. Smith, and H.M. Hallock Medical Director).

3. Confidential employee personnel action/health and vaccination records for small pox. Includes names of employees. (Memorandum to all bathhouse managers and H.M. Hallock Medical Director).

4. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and local physicians regarding bathhouse/treatments and bath attendants following doctors instructions. Includes list of new physicians qualified to prescribe baths. Additional correspondence concerning recommendation of the Federal Registration Board of Physicians to amend rule 12 of 29/12/09 Bath-House Rules And Regulations authorizing the board to suspend the right of physician to prescribe baths as the result of bathhouse/drumming. (Dr. L.R. Green, Dr. J.A. Robertson, H.M. Hallock Medical Director, and B.F. Bayley).

5. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C., regarding bathhouse/leases and new applications from the Sisters of the Good Shepherd, and T.P. Farmer. Includes list of bathhouse on and off the reservation by name, lessee, when constructed, number of tubs, date of lease, when lease expires, and status 13/01/18 (H.H. Myers Superintendent and C.S. Ucker).


DOI Washington D.C. concerning bathhouse/closing Sundays and hours of operation Correspondence with bathhouse managers and attendants. Includes list of bathhouse managers for 25 bathhouses. Bathhouse/bathing and equipment thermometers and clocks, bathhouse/Rules And Regulation rule 15 amended, bathhouse/rates and fees increase, bathhouse/sanitation and laundry (memorandum to bathhouse managers, H.H. Myers Superintendent, H.M. Hallock Medical Director, C.A. Thompson Assistant Secretary, DOI Washington D.C., and C.S. Ucker Assistant Secretary, DOI Washington, D.C.).

2. Confidential employee personnel action/disciplinary suspension and discharge. Includes infraction and examination “ratings” for subsequent personnel action and name of employees. (Bathhouse managers, H.H. Myers Superintendent, H.M. Hallock Medical Director).

3. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, bathhouse managers, and DOI Washington D.C. concerning bathhouse/business and quarterly statements, bathhouse/bathing and complimentary baths, bathhouse/patrons and bathing. Rules and regulation regarding the use sheets and towels for bathing,

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employee/training and instruction. Class schedule of days, dates, and times. Employee/uniform guideline codes and attendant name badges. Bathhouse/sanitation. Report of trash and rubbish along bathhouse row and guidelines for sanitation maintenance outside bathhouses. (H.M. Hallock Medical Director, H.H. Myers Superintendent, and C.S. Ucker Chief Clerk and Chief Executive Officer).

4. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, bathhouse managers, Warren Webster and Co., and the Individual Drinking Cup Company. Concerning bathhouse/new construction and reconstruction heat and ventilation, bathhouse/business and vending cup dispensers and cups, and bathhouse/bathing and supervision regarding placement of trained nurse to inspect and supervise bathing directions and instructions. (M. Miller Warren Webster and Co., C.D. Jarvis Individual Drinking Cup Company, H.M. Hallock Medical Director, and H.H. Myers Superintendent).

5. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, bathhouse managers, and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/leases and improvements, bathhouse/laundry service and “conducting laundry work in or about the bathhouses”, employee/bathhouse attendants. Guidelines for displaying credential to the public.

6. Confidential employee personnel action/employment and discharge. Includes individual examination “ratings”, subsequent personnel action, and names of employees. (H.M. Hallock Medical Director, H.H. Myers Superintendent, and C.A. Thompson Assistant Secretary, DOI Washington D.C.)

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DOI Washington D.C. concerning bathhouse/Rules And Regulations rule 4 bathing and complimentary bath tickets. Charitable organizations included in correspondence are B’nai B’rith and Rocky Mountain Men’s Association, and bathhouse/business and reports of paid and complimentary baths given at the Park Hotel. Bathhouse/bathing and electrical treatments. Includes an excerpt of letter from DOI outlining the nature, guidelines, and supervision of bathing and electrical treatments. Bathhouse/staffing and appointments. Includes directive for the number and ethic of bathhouse attendants. Bathhouse/attendant fees, rates, and signage. Includes guidelines for establishing fees and rates and advertising (signage) (H.M. Hallock Medical Director, H.H. Myers Superintendent, C.S. Ucker Chief Clerk and Chief Executive Officer, and memorandum to all bathhouse managers).

2. Confidential employee personnel action/suspension and discharge. Includes infraction and examination “rating” for subsequent personnel action, and names of employees. (B.F. Bayley Acting Superintendent, H.M. Hallock Medical Director, and memorandum to all bathhouse managers).

3. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, bathhouse managers, and DOI Washington D.C. concerning bathhouse/bathing permits, bathhouse/media

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and press releases, bathhouse/laundry rules and guidelines for cleaning and sterilization of towels, robes, bath mittens, sheets, liens, curtains, and employee uniforms. (H.M. Hallock Medical Director, H.H. Myers superintendent, C.S. Ucker Chief Clerk and Chief Executive Officer, and memorandum to all bathhouse managers).

4. Memorandum and “ORDER” FOR HOSP from DOI Washington D.C. abolishing “individual laundry and sterilization plants” in bathhouses, prohibiting laundering in bathhouses, and instructing the superintendent to secure contract laundry services in the private sector (H.H. Myers Superintendent, C.A. Thompson, and memorandum to H.M. Hallock Medical director).

5. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and bathhouse attendants. Includes complete “RULES FOR BATHHOUSE ATTENDANTS” (H.M. Hallock Medical director and H.H. Myers Superintendent).

6. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, bathhouse managers, and DOI Washington D.C. concerning bathhouse/administration and jurisdiction authorizing medical director to "issue certain directions” to bathhouse managers. Bathhouse/health and sanitation rules and regulations prohibiting the use of “common drinking cups, hair brushes, and combs in the bathhouses”. Includes original order issued by the Assistant Secretary of the Department of the Interior (H.M. Hallock Medical director, H.H. Myers Superintendent, and C.A. Thompson Assistant Secretary DOI).

7. Correspondence and memorandum between Imperial Steel Cabinet Co., Hamp Williams Hardware Co., Max Wocher and Son Co., HOSP, and DOI Washington D.C. regarding bathhouse/fixtures and furnishing aluminum soap cases. Includes description, cost, and terms. Additional correspondence regarding porcelain enameled cast iron couches. Includes description, cost, and terms. (W.T. Callaghan Imperial Steel Cabinet Co., S.J. Cochran Hamp Williams Hardware Co., H.M. Hallock Medical Director, H.H. Myers Superintendent).

8. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI Washington D.C. concerning thermal water/cooling and collection system. Includes four-part summary of present system and recommendations to correct (H.M. Hallock and Secretary of the Interior).

9. Correspondence. Includes bathhouse/financial statement during the third quarter of fiscal year ending 1911 for the following bathhouses; Alhambra, Arlington, Crystal, Great Northern, Hale, Horse Shoe, Hot Springs, Imperial, Lamar, Magnesia, Majestic, Maurice, Moody, Ozark, Ozark Sanitorium, Palace, Park (upper and lower floors), Rockafellow, Rector, and St. Joseph’s Infirmary.

10. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI Washington D.C. regarding bathhouse/theft and security. Includes descriptions of recent thefts and patron complaints, recommendations, and progress report on new construction of the Imperial and Maurice Bathhouses (H.H. Myers Superintendent and C.S. Ucker Chief Clerk Department of the Interior).

Subfile C3823.1901-1911.2: 24/04/11 – 17/11/101. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C.

concerning bathhouse/complimentary bath, bathhouse/signage fees and rates, bathhouse/new construction. Includes correspondence regarding lines and grade of the reservation in connection with the Rammelsberg and Maurice Bathhouses

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property lines. (H.M. Hallock Medical Director, H.H. Myers Superintendent, and C.A. Thompson Assistant Secretary of the Department of the Interior).

2. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, Frank S. Betz Co., Max Wocher and Son Co., D.C. concerning bathhouse/furnishing and equipment. Includes correspondence regarding steel couches, operating tables (WC/20 Wocher-Baldwin automatic operating table), post mortem tables, and the new “Schmidt Douche Table” used in colonic irrigation. Includes the descriptions, costs, and bathhouses that ordered them. (F.S. Betz President, Frank S. Betz Company, Max Wocher President, Max Wocher and Son Company, and H.M. Hallock Medical Director, and H.H. Myers Superintendent).

3. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, Lederer Importing Co., Burnitol Manufacturing, Robert Gair Co., Mosteller Manufacturing Co., and DOI Washington, concerning bathhouse/vendors and services. Cuspidors, drinking cups, and penny in the slot vending machine. Bathhouse/business and vending. Includes correspondence regarding existing regulations on the sale of merchandise in the bathhouses. (W.E. Tuner Robert Gair Company, H.M. Hallock Medical Director, and H.H. Myers Superintendent).

4. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington D.C. concerning bathhouse/DOI and departmental visits (C.S. Ucker), thermal water/pumping and distribution system at bathhouses. Rules and regulations for the maintenance and operation of. (All bathhouse managers, H.M. Hallock Medical Director, and H.H. Myers Superintendent).

5. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, Burnitol Manufacturing, and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/bathing and children. Includes correspondence regarding fees, rates, rules and regulations. Bathhouse/bathing and women. Includes correspondence regarding fees and rates for washing hair (all bathhouse managers, H.M. Hallock Medical Director, and H.H. Myers Superintendent).

6. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, Robert Gair company, and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/policy and regulation directives. Includes correspondence regarding douches, house keeping and maintenance, and medical examination for employees. Bathhouse/business and 21 bath course. Includes correspondence regarding the elimination of the “21st” bath as a complimentary bath. Bathhouse/medical and Board of Registered Physicians. Includes correspondence regarding amendment to rule 11. Bathhouse/medical and physicians prescriptions. Policy and procedure on record keeping. Bathhouse/business and Bathhouse Association. Includes hand written correspondence from W.G. Maurice regarding the formation of an “association” of bathhouse managers and owners. Employee/labor relations (All bathhouse managers, H.M. Hallock Medical Director, and H.H. Myers Superintendent).

Subfile C3823.1901-1911.3: 11/11/10 – 05/10/081. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, Rabbi A.B. Rhine, and DOI

concerning bathhouse/business and complimentary baths. Includes correspondence regarding policy on the issuance of complimentary baths tickets, redemption value and accounting of complimentary bath tickets, and charitable organizations and complimentary baths. Includes personal correspondence from the International Order of B’nai B’rith. (C.H. Jacobson, A.B. Rhine Rabbi, H.H.

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Myers Superintendent, R.A. Ballinger Secretary of the Interior).2. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington D.C.

concerning bathhouse/ baths and readjustment of rates and fees. Includes excerpts of rule 4 as approved 01/02/08. Additional correspondence includes excerpts from General Order 10/09/97 amended 15/10/97. (W.S. Smith Superintendent, F. Pierce First Assistant Secretary DOI Washington, D.C., and J.E. Wilson Assistant Secretary DOI Washington, D.C.).

3. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington D.C., concerning bathhouse/leases. Includes correspondence regarding policy and procedure for the application process, bathhouse/leases and improvements, bathhouse/leases and length and length of lease. Additional correspondence includes lists of bathhouse leases that are due to expire, bathhouses that have refused to renew based on provisions contained in the leases, and letters of denial of application for leases. (E.H. Johnson, G.H. Mann, W.T. Amos, J. Longinotti, W.S. Kenworthy, H.M. Hallock, Medical Director, W.S. Smith Superintendent, F. Pierce First Assistant Secretary DOI Washington, D.C., R.A. Ballinger Secretary DOI Washington, D.C., and J. R. Garfield Secretary DOI Washington, D.C.)

4. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning thermal water/reservoir collection system. Includes correspondence regarding the measurement of water flow for the “Impounding reservoir”, the “Big Iron reservoir, and record of measurement in feet made twice daily from 23/02/09 through 02/03/09 of the Impound reservoir. Also included is a list of thermal water/bathhouses and hotels being supplied water in the section of the city south of the reservation. (W.S. Smith Superintendent and Secretary of the Interior).

5. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, U.S. Geological Survey Department of Engineering, the Superior “Bath House” [sic], the Rammelsberg “Bath House” [sic], Hot Springs “Bath House” [sic], the Place “Bath House” [sic], and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/DOI inspections policy and procedure and bathhouse/patrons and complaints. Bathhouse/bath tickets and bartering. Includes correspondence regarding the exchange of bath tickets in payment for advertising in the “Thomas Cat” – a weekly local publication, connected with the Superior, Rammelsberg, Hot Springs, and Place “Bath Houses” [sic]. (J.F. Schmell, S.S. Wilson Superior Bathhouse, G.E. Hogaboom Rammelsberg Bathhouse, G.M. Smith Hot Springs Bathhouse, J.F. Manier Palace Bathhouse, W.S. Smith Superintendent, H.H. Myers Superintendent, and R.A. Ballinger).

6. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning bathhouse/tubbage rates and property rent. Includes a list of 23 bathhouse and hotels effected by tubbage rate increases, lease execution and expiration dates, and effective dates for rate increase. Additional reference to congressional jurisdiction over rate increases effective bathhouse as an Act of Congress 03/0391. (W.S. Smith Superintendent and F. Pierce First Assistant Secretary DOI Washington, D.C.).

Subfile C3823.1901-1911.4: 18/08/08 – 23/12/011. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C.

concerning bathhouse/leases and monopolies of bathhouse interests by stockholders and managing directors of the Garland Hotel, Arlington Hotel, and the Eastman Hotel. Bathhouse/leases and application for new leases (J.A. Johnson,

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A.W. Thomason, J.P. Hickey, M.A. Eisele Superintendent, Acting Secretary of the Department of the Interior, Unknown, and Secretary of the Department of the Interior, Unknown).

2. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington, D.C. concerning Bathhouse/bath tickets and bartering. Includes correspondence regarding the exchange of bath tickets, “to help defray the expenses of various national organizations - commercial, professional, and otherwise” and in payment for advertising. (W.S. Smith Superintendent and F. Pierce First Assistant Secretary of the Department of the Interior).

3. Correspondence between HOSP and DOI concerning bathhouse/Rules and Regulations rule 9 and employee personnel action/disciplinary and discharge. (HOSP Superintendent and secretary of the Interior).

4. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington D.C. concerning bathhouse/tubbage rates and fees. Includes correspondence regarding leases, expiration dates, and new rates, fees, and dat4s new changes go into effect. Additional correspondence regarding policy and procedure pertaining tubbage rates and fees increases and the administration and implementation of such policy and procedure. (W.S. Smith, and F. Pierce First Assistant Secretary of the Department of the Interior, and J.R. Garfield Secretary of the Interior).

5. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and DOI Washington D.C. concerning bathhouse/bathing and “certificates” for bathing, bathhouse/treatment and physicians prescribing baths. Includes correspondence regarding physician preference and recommendations of bathhouse facilities. Additional correspondence includes a survey concerning water pipes and the system conveying thermal water to the bathhouses, material of pipes and piping system, mineral deposits found in thermal water pipes, cooling tanks, and costs related to maintaining this system. Includes telegram-instructing HOSP to investigate the practicality of collecting waters and impounding them in a common reservoir. (Superintendent HOSP, T. Ryan Acting Secretary, and J.R. Garfield Secretary of the Interior).

6. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP, the State Department, the American Consulate General, Berlin Germany, and DOI Washington D.C. instructing the Consular General in Berlin Germany to furnish bathhouse/business and construction “Information relative to bath houses in use” in Europe. Includes information regarding the “practical details of management”, “prices charged for baths”, “plans of construction”, “interior arrangement of bath houses [sic]”, elevations and architectural drawings”, to serve as suggestion for the construction of permanent bathhouse on the reservation. Includes extensive information on bathing resorts of Germany: Homburg, Wiesbaden, and Nauheim. Also included is a list of bathhouse/treatments typical in European bathhouse. (F.R. Mason Consular General, Berlin Germany, F.B. Loomis Assistant Secretary of State, U.S. State Department, and Secretary of the Interior).

7. Correspondence and memorandum between HOSP and bathhouse managers concerning bathhouse/landscape and maintenance. Includes correspondence regarding bathhouse/city water and taxes, current tax rates, property descriptions, together with list of bathhouse managers for the Ozark, Lamar, Rammelsberg, Imperial, Palace, Maurice, Hale and Superior 1902 (L. Carhart, G.G. Latta, M.S.

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Tombler, G.E. Marsh, F. Rix, J.F. Manier, F.J. Goodwin, G.H. Eastman, R. Proctor).

SUB-SUBSERIES 38.19: C3823 CONCESSIONS ADMINISTRATION/BATHHOUSE CONTRACTS, COPIESFILE C3823.900-2: CONCESSIONS ADMINISTRATION/BATHHOUSE CONTRACTS,

COPIES 26 MARCH 1888 – 31 DECEMBER 195746 ITEMS IN FOUR SUBFILES

Subfile C3823.900-2.1: 26/03/1888 – 27/11/19681. Bathhouse/leases and copy of contract for the Alhambra Bathhouse. Contract #I-

7p-28 covering the period 01/03/38 through 28/02/48. Includes reference to the joint resolution of Congress (25 Stat. 619) enacted 26/04/1888. Contractual areas of the lease cover. Bathhouse/tubbage – rates and fees, bathhouse/treatments – rates and fees, bathhouse/construction – maintenance and repair, bathhouse/business – profit and loss statements and reporting procedures, bathhouse/financial and stocks, and bathhouse/drumming – and solicitation. (R.J. Hooks President Alhambra Bathhouse Inc. and O.L. Chapman Assistant Secretary of the Interior)

2. Memorandum of agreement between the National Park Service and Arkansas University School of Medicine concerning the assignment of space in the Government Free Bathhouse for the use and purpose of the medical school in the treatment of indigent bathers. (B.L. Robinson Dean University of Arkansas Medical School and A. Fortas Under Secretary of the Interior)

3. Bathhouse/leases and copy of contract for the Arlington Hotel Company. Contract #I-1p-267 covering the period 01/01/25 through 31/12/44. Includes reference to the joint resolution of Congress (25 Stat. 619) enacted 26/04/1888. Contractual areas of the lease cover. Bathhouse/tubbage – rates and fees, bathhouse/treatments – rates and fees, bathhouse/construction – maintenance and repair, bathhouse/business – profit and loss statements and reporting procedures, bathhouse/financial and stocks, and bathhouse/drumming – and solicitation. (D.F. Gaines President Arlington Hotel Company and E.C. Finney First Assistant Secretary of the Interior)

4. Bathhouse/leases and contracts. Includes “Articles of Agreement” outlining the bathhouse/construction of the new Arlington Hotel (as per contract #I-1p-267) at the specified cost of $2,500,000.00 and bathhouse/landscape and maintenance -removal of debris. (W.E. Chester Secretary, D.F. Gaines President Arlington Hotel Company, and E.C. Finney First Assistant Secretary of the Interior)

5. Bathhouse/leases and copy of contract for the Buckstaff Bathhouse. Contract #I-1p-927 covering the period 01/01/32 through 31/12/51. Includes reference to the joint resolution of Congress (25 Stat. 619) enacted 26/04/1888. Contractual areas of the lease cover. Bathhouse/tubbage – rates and fees, bathhouse/treatments – rates and fees, bathhouse/construction – maintenance and repair, bathhouse/business – profit and loss statements and reporting procedures, bathhouse/financial and stocks. (A.H. Buckstaff President and J.H. Edwards Assistant Secretary of the Interior)

6. Bathhouse/leases and copy of contract for the Buckstaff Bathhouse. Contract #14-161

10-0100-123 covering the period 01/0153 through 31/12/72. Contract Includes 20 sections referenced by the authority contained in Acts of Congress 26 Stat. 842; 16 U.S.C. 03/03/1891 and 39 Stat. 535; 16 U.S.C. 3 25/08/1916 encompassing all phases of bathhouse operation, procedure, and policy. (L. Dinkelspiel President, L.N. Hogaboom Secretary, and T.J. Allen acting Director of the national Park Service)

7. Bathhouse/leases and copy of contract for the Hotel DeSoto Bathhouse. Contract #14-10-9-900-142 covering the period 01/01/69 through 31/12/73. Contractual areas of the lease cover. Bathhouse/treatments – rates and fees including redemption values for unused tickets. Contract includes 18 sections referenced by the authority contained in Acts of Congress 26 Stat. 842; 16 U.S.C. 03/03/1891 and 39 Stat. 535; 16 U.S.C. 3 25/08/1916 encompassing all phases of bathhouse operation, procedure, and policy. Additional enclosures include a “nondiscrimination” exhibit “Requirements Relating to Employment and Service to the Public”. (signatures of the Hotel DeSoto representatives unidentifiable and R.B. Moore Assistant Director, National Park Service)

Subfile c3823.900-02.2: 26/03/1888 – 08/04/521. Court Order in the matter of the New York Hotel Company, Inc., (debtor) in the

proceedings for reorganization for a corporation No. 4497. Order includes organization plan, transfer of assets to the Eastman Company, Loan documents executed to the RFC mortgage company, execution of second mortgage by the Eastman Company, exchange of stock, retirement of first mortgage bonds, effective date of reorganization; costs and allowances transfer of cash assets, and retention of jurisdiction. (T.C. Trimble, Jr.)

2. Bathhouse/leases and copy of contract for the Fordyce Bathhouse. Contract #I-1p-4840 covering the period 01/0135 through 31/12/54. Includes reference to the joint resolution of Congress (25 Stat. 619) enacted 26/04/1888. Contractual areas of the lease cover. Bathhouse/tubbage – rates and fees, bathhouse/treatments – rates and fees, bathhouse/construction – maintenance and repair, bathhouse/business – profit and loss statements and reporting procedures, bathhouse/financial and stocks, and bathhouse/drumming – and solicitation. (J.R. Fordyce President Fordyce Bathhouse, Inc. and O.L. Chapman Assistant Secretary of The Interior).

3. Bathhouse/leases and copy of contract for the Hale Bathhouse. Contract # 1-1p-15164 covering the period 01/0139 through 31/12/58. Includes reference to the joint resolution of Congress (25 Stat. 619) enacted 26/04/1888. Contractual areas of the lease cover. Bathhouse/tubbage – rates and fees, bathhouse/treatments – rates and fees, bathhouse/construction – maintenance and repair, bathhouse/business – profit and loss statements and reporting procedures, bathhouse/financial and stocks, and bathhouse/drumming – and solicitation. (L.G. Fox Witness, W. Netherland Witness, J.C. WALKER Witness, J. Fix Witness, L.R. Hemingway, W.L. Hemingway, and O.L. Chapman Assistant Secretary of the Interior).

4. Concessionaire/lease and copy of contract for the Hot Springs Mountain Observatory Company, Inc. Contract # I-1p-7002 covering the period 01/01/41 through 31/12/45. Includes reference to the provision of an Act of Congress, approved March 3, 1891 (26 Stat. 842). Entitled “An Act to regulate the granting of

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leases at Hot springs, Arkansas, and for other purposes,” and the Act of Congress approved August 25, 1916 (39 Stat. 535), establishing the National Park Service. (J.G. Higgins Witness, R. Wilson Witness, W.H. Ramseur Vice President, T.W. Stone, Secretary and Treasure, and A.J. Wirtz Under Secretary of the Interior).

5. Concessionaire/lease and copy of contract for the Hot Springs Mountain Observatory Company, Inc. Contract # 14-10-0100-56 covering the period 01/01/51 through 31/12/65. Includes reference to the provision of an Act of Congress, approved March 3, 1891 (26 Stat. 842). Entitled “An Act to regulate the granting of leases at Hot springs, Arkansas, and for other purposes,” and the Act of Congress approved August 25, 1916 (39 Stat. 535), establishing the National Park Service. Additional documentation includes schedules of charges for admission and basic rates and merchandise. (W.H. Ramseur Secretary, Hot Springs Mountain Observatory Company, Inc. H.B. Howard President, Hot Springs Mountain Observatory Company, Inc., and C.L. Wirth Director, National Park Service Washington, D.C.).

6. Correspondence and memorandum between the Department of the Interior and Mr. Vance Bryan concerning the Jack Tar Hotel and Baths. Includes correspondence regarding extension of the construction deadline, material shortages, and proposed rates and fees for bathing. (V. Bryan, O.G. Taylor, H.A. Tolson Acting Director National Park Service, A.E. Demaray Acting Director National Park Service).

7. Concessioner/lease and copy of contract for the Jack Tar Hotel and Baths. Contract # I-100np-71 covering the period 01/01/49 through 31/12/58. Includes reference to the provision of an Act of Congress, approved March 3, 1891 (26 Stat. 842). Entitled “An Act to regulate the granting of leases at Hot springs, Arkansas, and for other purposes,” and the Act of Congress approved August 25, 1916 (39 Stat. 535), establishing the National Park Service. Contractual areas of the lease cover. The establishment of the bathhouse and facilities, water grants, use of facilities, water charges, rates and fees, bathhouse consolidation, assignment of contracts, maintenance and repairs, solicitation of patronage, and nondiscrimination and employment. (B. Townsend Witness, M.R. Thompson Witness, V. Bryan Concessioner, and O.L. Chapman under Secretary of the Department of the Interior).

Subfile C3823.900-02.3: 26/03/1888 – 27/08/521. Bathhouse/leases and copy of contract for the Lamar Bathhouse. Contract #I-1p-

268 covering the period 01/01/26 through 31/12/45. Contractual areas of the lease cover. Bathhouse/tubbage – rates and fees, bathhouse/treatments – rates and fees, bathhouse/construction – maintenance and repair, bathhouse/business – profit and loss statements and reporting procedures, bathhouse/financial and stocks, and bathhouse/drumming – and solicitation. Attachment includes correspondence between J.F. Manier and DOI regarding modification of specific contractual areas of the lease. (G.R. Belding, J.F. Manier, S.M. Nutt President. Lamar Bathhouse Inc., and J.H. Edwards Assistant Secretary of the Interior).

2. Bathhouse/leases and copy of contract for the Leo N. Levi Memorial Hospital Association. Contract #I-1p-18770 covering the period 01/01/45 through 31/12/54. Contractual areas of the lease cover. Rental charges, maintenance and repairs, use of facilities, cooperative service, bathhouse consolidation, solicitation of

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patronage and accounting records and reports, and nondiscrimination. (R.H. Caplin and O.L. Chapman Assistant Secretary of the Interior).

3. Bathhouse/leases and copy of contract for the operation of a “deep-water pool” at the Leo N. Levi Memorial Hospital Association. Contract #I-1p-4816 covering the period 01/11/34 through 31/10/44. Contractual areas of the lease cover. Rental charges, maintenance and repairs, use of facilities, cooperative service, bathhouse consolidation, solicitation of patronage and accounting records and reports, and nondiscrimination. (A.B. Rhine and T.A. Walters First Assistant Secretary of the Interior).

4. Bathhouse/lease and copy of contract for the Majestic Hotel Company. Contract # I-1p-1291 covering the period 01/01/33 through 31/12/42. Contractual areas of the lease cover. Rental charges, maintenance and repairs, use of facilities, cooperative service, bathhouse consolidation, solicitation of patronage and accounting records and reports, and nondiscrimination. (A.J. Kenyon Secretary, Majestic Hotel Company, H.G. Manning President, Majestic Hotel Company, J.H. Edwards Assistant Secretary of the Interior).

5. Bathhouse/lease and copy of contract for the Maurice Bathhouse. Contract # I-1p-937 covering the period 01/01/32 through 31/12/51. Contractual areas of the lease cover. Rental charges, maintenance and repairs, use of facilities, cooperative service, bathhouse consolidation, solicitation of patronage and accounting records and reports, and nondiscrimination. (E. Cockburn Witness, A.C. Jennings President, and J.M. Dixon First Assistant Secretary of the Interior).

6. Bathhouse/lease and copy of contract for the Maurice Bathhouse. Contract # I-1p-463 covering the period 01/07/30 through 30/06/50. Contractual areas of the lease cover. Rental charges, maintenance and repairs, use of facilities, cooperative service, bathhouse consolidation, solicitation of patronage and accounting records and reports, and nondiscrimination. (M.E. Gold Witness, L. Grant Witness, F.M. Moody President Moody Bathhouse Inc., J.H. Edwards Assistant Secretary of the Interior).

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