Hastings Sanitarium by Charles Cave, M. D.

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · May 22, 1913

Hastings Sanitarium

By Charles Cave, M. D.

it necessary for us to enlarge our quarters. This had to be done by permission of the landlord, as the building is rented. Although the step in this direction caused much hesitation, the welfare of the business demanded it. Having arrived at this stage of development, we thought it high time to take on the permanent title, Hastings Sanitarium. The house is capable of accommodating only four patients at the most. The main part of the work is supported by outside patients, who may number as high as fifteen a day. There are seasonal fluctuations in which the number may be more or very much less.

To those who are acquainted with conditions in Barbados, it goes without saying that a work like this can be supported only by the better class of people. From its inception, the patronage has been largely confined to the elite. This has enabled us to give charitable assistance to those in need. Although we can not say that the growth of the institution has been rapid, yet we are glad to state that it has passed its experimental stage. A beginning has been made that promises to give rise to a healthy permanent development.

We feel that the sanitarium fills a very useful place in this community, because the class of persons who come under its influence have not yet been touched by our evangelical work. We find many opportunities of presenting some phase of present truth, and a sermon on the Sabbath is preached to them every week. Our reading-table is replete with literature on the message. We have good reasons to believe that seed is being sown, and, even though there may be no visible fruit now, the time will come when we shall see the blessed results of sowing beside all waters. CHARLES CAVE, M. D.