This is a typewritten letter from Francis Cooley Hall to Wilder Penfield. In the letter, Hall states that he is thrilled at Penfield's success and congratulates him on the opening of the Montreal Neurological Institute. He also thanks Penfield for his hospitality on his recent trip to Montreal. The letter is dated October 5, 1934.

text.manuscript.black and white 17.6 x 15.2 cm

English

Hall, Francis Cooley, 1890-1973 -- Correspondence.
Penfield, Wilder, 1891-1976 -- Correspondence.
Montreal Neurological Institute -- History.

Wilder Penfield Digital Collection

Wilder Penfield Fonds P142 -- Series A (Administration) -- Sub-Series A/N (Administration, Neuro)

Osler Library of the History of Medicine, McGill University

Letter from Francis Cooley Hall to Wilder Penfield, October 5, 1934. [Online image]. Wilder Penfield Digital Collection Wilder Penfield Fonds P142 -- Series A (Administration) -- Sub-Series A/N (Administration, Neuro) . Osler Library of the History of Medicine, McGill University . Retrieved April 25, 2024 from http://digital.library.mcgill.ca/penfieldfonds/fullrecord.php?ID=10347

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Hall, Francis Cooley, 1890-1973.

Transcription of the note reads: "Dear Wilder: This is just a (?) - a bit tardy - to tell you how rewarding my trip to Montreal was. I did enjoy seeing your (?) building, Collin's work, the luncheon with Helen and the opportunity to meet Whipple, a (?) of the children, the speeches in the afternoon, the dinner, the men I met. It was all great for and very (?). Above all, I enjoyed the triumph of Wilder Penfield. I was happy in all the day (?) to you. It was glorious, Your speech was excellent in good taste - very acceptable. I'm so glad you (?) (?) to attend these functions and grateful for your hospitality. More power to you. Now husband your strength a bit and square away for the long pull. Priscilla joins me in love to you and to Helen. See you soon, Francis, October 5, 1934."

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