I saw June when my mom died as she came down the graveside service at Hermanville. Status unknown. He is working with a group who also wants yo purchase the hospital. Susan, Dr. Jarratts nurse was named Bobo BUT she was not a Sister of Mercy. I wish sometimes I had gone on to be an RN like you. Youngest child born in Hosptial in Yazoo City,. I was born there in 1959. I wish I could say the same about hospitals today. I remember riding past it as a child and SWEARING i saw ghosts in the windows. She has a keen interest in the macabre and an unquenchable thirst for uncovering the secrets of the haunted world around us. The institutions were defunded, and community-based treatment facilities eclipsed the imposing, prison-like Victorian hospitals. Dr. Horn was a Pediatrician in with Dr. Jarrett from1960 until I left in 1968. I think I was one of the early babies born in the new hospital August 30, 1957. The charity hospital in Laurel was demolished many years ago. Kevin. I drove to the property not to long ago while back in Vicksburg and it was closed. Hi Kevin. My friend and I were about 15 at the time. I am a Paranormal Investigator and would love to get our Paranormal Group in there to do an Investigation. The hospital was first opened in 1832 in order to combat a smallpox outbreak. The bones of steel and concrete are solid. I remember when I was a little girl in elementary school, I was visiting my grandma (who was born in 1927) and was looking at her birth certificate, along with some of her childrens. Yes, the inmates did work right along beside us. My nursing school in El Dorado, Ark closed and 5 members of my class transferred here for our senior year. You can enjoy a history tour, haunted tour, or combo tour. I recently went to the location and saw the dilapidated state of the building and was in shock that it still stood. It is the long version but does not look like the old ones I saw as a child. A friend visted a few days past. I worked there during High School in the evening and during the summer as an orderly back when a Hospital was a real hospital where caring nurses and staff provided real patient care. Would you be interested or know someone that isLarry Simons CENTURY 21 601-720-2253, It is a dog ate my homework of an excuse that asbestos or the cost of its remediation would prevent a project. These include the Administration, Adjunct Facilities, including Pathology, Radio and X-Ray Therapy, Hydro Therapy, Electro Therapy, Pharmacy, Nursing Facilities, Nursery, Formula Preparation, Surgical Department, Obstetrics, Emergency Service Facilities. Ill ask the two I know how to find. At that time We had a burial of a time capsule and an old New Orleans type parade on the campus. Herring came into my room to ask about his relatives, and my mother and I had no idea of who he was. What an interesting idea. instead, MCC is opting to demolish it sometime this year or next year. In later years I had 3 nephews that were born in that hospital and my friend and I would walk down the corridor of the clinic carrying my nephews and we would get comments about how we were too young to be having babies. We lived in Utica, MS, 25 mins away. However, I heard that the Street Clinic would be used for physicians that want to rent. I those days they let us do many things. And had my first child there. That was a number of years after I work there. We walked the whole hospital and took pictures, got alot of orbs and several apreritions , got black shadows and voices. But do not want to get in any kind of trouble. I am in touch with another nurse midwife from those days at Kuhn. I cant find anything on the Kuhn in the days of operation. Rusk was for the criminally insane. They were given lye soap. Keep your heads up on the place. My doctors were Dr. Horn and later Dr. Love. My grandfather died there in about 1936. The Administration suite is adjacent to the main front entrance. 1918 points 30 comments. Your email address will not be published. Just keep me in your prayers that Gods Will may be done and this property can be turned into an beautiful assets for the community. Shuttered in 1935, the asylum sat on what is now the site of the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) in Jackson, reports The Clarion-Ledger. I wish I could remember who else at her time. Mrs. Pharr, whose son went on to being the Commandant at West Point, was my pediatric nurse. We moved into an apartment on Bomar Avenue while we were building our house in Wildwood and we lived on Claremont Circle. Dr. Guerrero, Dr. Mitchell, Dr. Ferris, Dr. Gus Street, Dr. R.A. Street, Dr. Dominick, and Dr. Emery were some of the names I can recall. I like, Shirley Farish have many Thanks. i felt the strong feeling of death and grief. It was Parkview Hospital when she was born. I was told it was only on the long versions. I was born at Kuhn memorial hospital in May 1977was tryin to find my medical record or a baby picture of myself i love to know a little about my history. and June Emerson who worked for the urologist whose name escapes me. Kris, its lovely to be in touch with you again! I was told that the patients that died were buried on the property. Now for about 15 years I have been a volunteer in the gift shop. There was no such thing in those days. They both are deceased. Others, like. Plumbing connections, elevators shafts and dumbwaiter service for nursing stations were all included to provide for this future addition. I moved to Wildwood in 1995 and boy was it convenient with working at Mervy. I just checked my records. I first went to work there they had just opened the new emergency room in the new wing replacing the old emergency room in the back. Cant remember her name. Sadly Meridian Community College opted NOT to have classrooms or dormitories in the old Matty Hersee Hospital. Think it will be a grand adventure to rebuild this great historical landmark. They both have passed away within the last 2 years. Your email address will not be published. Even in ruin the place is beautiful. Dee, you were born there in 1981? Dr. Jarrett was my pediatrician and he had a nurse (sister of Mercy) that was referred to as Bobo. I will email her and ask her and get back to you! When it comes to creepy places in Mississippi, City Cemetery in Kosciusko definitely fits the bill. Its a possibility Janne, my family is heavily rooted in Vicksburg. Sharon Wilson, 69, was killed early Sunday morning, according to. I worked patient care on the 5th floor sometimes when it was short of nursing assistance. Vicksburg Evening Post, Tuesday, May 7, 1957, p. 1ff. Check out this Asbestos factory that was converted into a green office building. I can do hospital corners on beds today because of those years. My father worked occasionally at Kuhn Hospital from late 1976/early 1977 until the early 80s. Preservation in Mississippi, 2009-2017. Ms. Bernadine, my name is Betty Phillips. Its definitely lost history the Old Court House has some records. Luckily, McRaven offers tours of all kinds. Can anyone come and go threw this building ? I never knew the history of this hospital until I came across an article on Facebook. Kevin, is there a way for you to contact me at my email? Date Victim(s) Abductor(s) Location Age of victim(s) Outcome Notes 18 December 1900 Edward Cudahy Jr. Pat Crowe (accused) : Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. : 15 Released Son of a business magnate who was kidnapped and held for $25,000 ransom, with his abductor, Pat Crowe, releasing him after the ransom was paid.After being found not guilty at trial, he made a living as a lecturer and author. There were many VERY committed people working there. I saw an abundance of stabbings and cuttings with various sharp objects. I think she lives up north somewhere. Yes I remember there were no ER doctors and I also remember if it wasnt an emergency you were sent home. I was born there in June of 1967. Such fond memories at Mercy. Not sure of the correct spelling of these Doctors. In reviewing old records left behind from earlier times. No it isnt open, and a high locked fence surrounds the property. Yes Blaine, all deliveries were recorded in delivery area of all births and the time of delivery was part of the data. Did you deliver a baby on May 29,1985. I cant remember the percentage of blacks/whites. Janne, I married a man from Vicksburg and we talked about the Pest House and drove past the driveway many times. Judy, did your mom and dad live on China Street at one time? thank you so much! And at one time, the fourth floor served as a minimum security prison. I was born at Kuhn August 4, 1962. Next time you go take a camera with you and you wont be disappointed, its very active especially during the daytime, I can only imagine what you would pick up at night time. Just destroy it. I remember the nursing home on Cherry Street. See note above did not read far enough before I posted. I guess when river region came up Park View went down. she was our psychology professor. They have poured alot of money in it since we started taking care of the place in 06. A lot of the information on that episode of ghost asylum is inaccurate. This hospital had an asylum and morgue and a prison unit. Mabus says the poor would be better served if hospital money went instead into Medicaid and got federal funds. By 1871, the state took over the hospital and it assumed a number of different roles. I only wish I could remember her last name so that I could try to find her! My mother was born there and died there just before it closed. I pray that someone opens that building and use it for Gods glory. My husbands birth certificate says DOB 12/02/45 at Mercy Hospital in Vicksburg. I would like to know where she is buried. Lots of precious memories. Shirley, I remember you well. I was born there, 12-19-1964 on a Saturday, the time was not posted on my birth cert, and my mother said she didnt know, so I dont know if i could retrieve those records some how, it means so much to me, I was moved to Texas when i was eight, I would like to get some history and images of it, and my grandparents died there also, can anyone help me? That would be one haunted hotel if so lol.. This is a very interesting article that shows the history of Vicksburg and the contents within the beautiful. From Jan. 1 to May 31, this year 72 babies started their lives at Kuhn. I really would love for it to be restored and opened back up as a hospital.. Not a hotel. So convenient all the yrs at Mercy which ended up being 42 . I hate that it is no more. Fort Massachusetts 30.21236, -88.97214 History: In 1847, the United States declared the Ship Island a military reservation, and Congress authorized the construction of a fort nine years later. Authorities Ask for Public;s Help in finding Jail Escapee. Thanks for any info. Vicksburgs building inspector gave the owners, a foundation in Yazoo City, 120 days on September 18th to decide what to do with it. Keep in mind, we are trying! Surprisingly, Kuhn State Memorial Hospital isnt the only abandoned hospital in Mississippi. We went yesterday stayed a couple hours and still didnt get enough of it talked to a guy born there in 1976 and he tried to show us the morg but we never saw anything that wouldve looked like a morgue. China, Dr Said Elisa, and Dr Lemia. What ever happened to the records, I was born there in 1959 and would be thrilled to have anything, my Mother passed years ago so I was just wondering, had a sister born in 1962 and one in 1969 the nurse named my baby sister, thought that was kind of neat, well her 1st name her middle name was after my Grandmother and grandfather. Ruth Ross was the head of the lab and taught me more than I can describe. Polly and I delivered babies there after 1977. After the move to the new River Region Medical Center in February 2002, plans were in place to sell the building to be used for different purposes. Hospital. If they did surgery there, he would have given anesthesia for that and probably took call for emergency surgeries on weekends and nights. God bless. If it had not been for Kuhn and its staff, I would have lost both my babies at the same time. It is still standing. June 29, 2015 / 11:06 AM / CBS/AP. Also I have bipolar disorder. It used to be a boys state school a lot of the children ended up dead and were severely abused and neglected. Do you know whether or not they put the time on the birth certificates back then? Sr. Marcy was wonderful. Eleanor, I was born at Kuhn Memorial State Hospital too 4/5/71 and Dr. Nathan B. Lewis delivered me. there is so many possibilities for it even if just to clean it up and put the windows and security there and use is as a museum. It contained an in-depth history of the hospital, interviews with former employees, and a look at the current ownership situation. My mother and sister both went to Mercy school. Many memories some terrifying, some sweet, some very special. Theres also an option to participate in a paranormal investigation at McRaven. I was born at Mercy Hospital in 1968 and my brother was born there in 1972. I, Renetta Shinall, was born at Kuhn State Memorial Hospital in December 30, 1980. It would be interesting to hear what it was like in 1960. I would love to restore it but I would need lots of help an funding! Preservation has a long history in the Magnolia State, and we hope this blog will help build a stronger community of local and state preservationists. What a loss for my hometown! I was told that she was still birth. A nun who taught me as a 4th grade student at St.Michaels elementary school in Biloxi taught me as a student nurse at Mercy. Thank you for taking time to respond to my email. I will look in 1981 when I find that notebook! They also used some very controversial treatments. Also, my Mom, Mary Rose Phillips & her Sister, Susie B. They spoke Spanish. have known her. Was a great location for the experience. To me it is atrocious the way they treated these people. You'll receive your first newsletter soon! Third child born in Rolling Fork, about 20 25 miiles distant, roads bad. National Geographic magazine called the home the "Time. OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. Completion of the new Mercy Hospital-Street Memorial, three-million dollar structure, along with the Street Clinic and other adjoining facilities, is heralded as an important step forward for Vicksburg and this entire area. However, it sat vacant for years, and frankly it was pretty creepy. I remember I cut my foot when I was a toddler and my mom didnt have a car, she picked me up and ran to Kuhn because it was a very bad cut. Opened in 1855 and operated until 1935, the asylum housed about 35,000 patients. I also saved a lot of letters to my parents about events at Kuhn, and especially amazing birth events, prisoner-workers, etc. I have such wonderful memories of Kuhn the staff and patients everyone did the best that they could and our statistics were pretty amazing. I would hope there is some future use for this property as maybe assisted living, memory care or housing project, if financially feasible.. Before it is demolished, maybe, Bill Gates or Warren Buffet can fund a rehab for some humanitarian use from their fund, as Joan Kroc has done in multiple locations.. Just ;look at Centennial Plaza (Old Gulfport VA) property and grounds. Under all the debris, there are still things that spark memories of this place. interesting. Offices in Broward, Jacksonville, Miami, N. Miami, Orlando, St. Petersburg, Tampa, West Palm Beach, and a Mobile Law Office . I remember going there as a little girl. However the memories remain. The building site was graded so as to provide the main entrance and ambulance entrances to the out-patient division at one elevation and all service entrances on the west side at a lower elevation. I pray that your plan goes through. So sad to see such a huge building destroyed that once was a resource to help the community. I agree, and have vivid memories of this place which at one time was the only place for poor people with no healthcare. That is interesting. I would love to see the inside of that beautiful old building again. I had a child there on Janaury 10, 1980, a little girl I was told. I had an aunt that was a nurse with the Vicksburg Health Dept. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material, including text and images, without express and written permission from this blogs author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Trial Set; Man Indicted in Kuhn Killing; by Alama Norris; The Man Accused of Stalking, Raping, Abducting and Killing Sharen Wilson in Jejune 2015, is set to Stand Trial in June, 2016. We even had insurance and payed our bills!!! June and I were in the same nursing class (1961) at Mercy. From all appearances it would seem that the Kuhn is headed for demolition by neglect. The 4th floor was a minimum security prison. Unfortunately, many have been torn down in recent years, with their hisotry all but wiped away. I wish you a Very Happy New year and many more. Very neat place as I could imagine how it used to be. Kuhn has stood vacant for the two decades since this article, and as you can see in the pictures below, the results arent pretty. Dee, somewhere in the stuff I have packed for moving, I have a notebook recording the names of all the women whose babies I delivered. Activities for all ages including kids who can help with littler prevention. He had major surgery when he was 3 days old. Does anyone know what happened to the medical records from this hospital. That was the late 70s. The main hospital building and its adjoining units form a huge U. A founder and adviser in highly profitable start-ups, as well as advisor and friend to successful artists, writers, musicians, and a few good actors. He loved working there and the other employees. His name is Greg Pearson and his number is 601-883-5000. I think it would be sooo nice to have that place rebuilt into a museum for civil war medicines or at least restored to a part of its former glory. I could have delivered you! ago u/AndreqBoi. My mom was an inmate worker there too in the 80s. He was a nurse anesthetist who worked full time at Vicksburg Hospital, but would also work part-time at Kuhn. The abandoned hospital then became a subject of local lore. I never entered the medical field after High School which is when I worked at Mercy I went into mechanical industry. The Beelitz Sanatorium was designed by architect Heino Schmieden in 1898. We lived on Speed Street when I was born, then moved to 2408 Oak Street, I think it was. The original Mercy Hospital was downtown on Crawford Street near the city post office. she passed quite a few years ago.Just wondered Janne Debes if you may Abandoned Mississippi Hospitals 3,774 views Jun 5, 2011 A look around the beautiful, abandoned hospitals in Mississippi. I am still kicking and very active at the age of 78. My son was born there in 1980. Weve been searching.for the right building for over two years and weve seen some buildings in really bad shape. I love Vicksburg it has many fond memories. But changes in the medical industry (implicit in the new term medical industry) forced them to sell the hospital in 1991 to a group called Quorum Health Care. Every two years or so theres been talk about closing down Kuhn, nursing supervisor Ruth Christian said last week. One example would be the HVAC system. I would like to know how to contact them . I really want to see the inside of it. This is all so interesting. An access road for service vehicles was provided from Grove street into the courtyard. I was an ER orderly. My child was ill and it was discovered that she had a brain tumor, and I can tell you I may have be at the University of Mississippi with her but several of the nuns and father were with me and came anytime I need support-to the point of being with me when they told me it was inoperable. 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