Encouraging Reports by L. A. H.

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Jul 13, 1911

Encouraging Reports

By L. A. H.

From a number of sanitariums in this country, word comes that so far this year their patronage has been good. In some instances the capacity of the institution has been well taxed. Indications are that there is a substantial growth in the work of our sanitariums, developing as the institutions demonstrate their value. The strongest factor in determining the patronage is the attitude of the patients and guests. If they are pleased, they bring others.

A recent report from the Graysville (Tenn.) Sanitarium says that there is a full patronage, and it has been necessary to turn some away. Some disappointed ones are stopping at a near-by summer resort, waiting their turn for a vacated room. The excellent situation of this institution, with delightful natural surroundings in addition to its special advantages, makes it an attractive place.

The Melrose (Mass.) Sanitarium has enjoyed a season of unusual prosperity during the past year. In this time it has been enabled to make some much-needed improvements, paying for the same from its earnings, and to show a favorable financial report besides. The family spirit has been excellent with managers and workers. A vigorous and successful educational campaign, of which we hope to have a fuller report, has been carried on in Boston and vicinity, with good results. These are elements that make for undoubted success.

The Orlando (Fla.) Sanitarium finds it necessary to make considerable enlargement of its main building, to meet its growing needs. Material assistance

is being given in this by the citizens of Orlando, thus expressing in a measure their appreciation of the institution. This sanitarium is not of long existence, and this rapid but substantial growth speaks well for its future. The excellent location, with suitable buildings and equipment, sustained by a wise management, should mean an assured permanent success for this institution.

The Wabash Valley Sanitarium, at La Fayette, Ind., is another of our newer institutions, which has already demonstrated its place as an established work. Its beautiful location, well-equipped and nicely furnished building, and its excellent service are attracting and developing a patronage that gives evidence of permanent success. Many favorable reports are heard of the good work being done. The present season's patronage has been very encouraging, at times more than crowding the utmost capacity of the institution.

L. A. H.