Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1902-01-24
OUR LADY OF LouRDEs HOSPITAL.
COMMUNICATED.

deed it can be said without fear of sue
cessful denial, that every effort, every
dollar-nay every penny-directed
toward the erection and furnishing Of
this grand and magnificent structure
has been time and money invested for
a great, good and noble cause, not only
for the cityot Hot Springs of today,
but the Hot Springs of the future, and
especially for the priceless benefit Of
the invalid, the infirm and indeed all
those who stand in need of medical
treatment and good nursing. It is in
every respect one of the most complete
hospitals in the west, located in a heal
thy part of the city, with everything
perfect to make itsa complete health
resort. 1t is located opposite the I'm
ion Depot, and from it's commanding
site one may have a fascinating view
of one of the principal streets of the
city. The Benedictine Sisters and the
good people of Hot Springs may we'll
feel proud of their beautiful hospital.
It is indeed a credit to the west, and it
will be a lasting monument to the un-
firing energy and endless zeal of the
good Sisters and dear people who have
been engaged in this grand and noble
work. The patients will be treated
and cared for by skilled, first-class and
trained nurses and physicians with
fairness and patience to all, with NAL
ice OF mistreatment toward none. 1t
is true that the building has been ex-
pensive and has been erected along
the standard lines of architectural ex-
cellence and durability. 1t cost over
$4,000, but such a structure is indeed
cheap at any price, when we consider
the necessity of such q building. Good
modern buildings insure personal safe
ty and personal comfort for those who
stand in need Of good treatmffpt, and
with a hospital of this kind the trained
nurses in their respective departments
will be able to give prompt attention
to the sick. In this regard nothing
has been left undone. Within the
walls of this magnificent abode the
sick and the inflrm will have a haven
of rest where they will not be disturbed
by the noisy outside world or by such
noise as is heard in larger cities where
patients are very much annoyed. Here
they may enjoy the beautiful sunshine,
the famous Minnekahta water with
fine bathing places, also the famous
mineral water, pure air and moderate
climate on account of the altitude of
the place. Historians and poets have
written volumes and have described diff
ferent famous places noted for scenery
aud health resorts on the globe; they
have traversed over mountains and
through forests, over glen and dale;
people have left their homes and aban-
doned their occupation; they have
gone abroad to foreign lands, they
have crossed the deep billowy ocean;
they have Travelled thousands Of miles,
some for enjoyment others to seek rest
and perhaps health; some have re-
turned to their home discouraged and
ready to give up all medical treatment
and they imagine that they have tried
every kind of treatment in this world;
but we must remember that while the
last remnant of life is within the hui
man frame there is still hope. Per.
chance in the near future they may
hear of some other place, and
perhaps guided by the All-wise Ruler
of the Universe they may be directed
to this lovely spot where they may re-
gain their health and strength. Hot
Springs has a bright future before it
for many reasons. The inhabitants
are industrious, sociable, brotherly
toward one another. The citizens of
Hot Springs saw the necessity of a hos.
pital years ago and held many meet.
ings in order to urge ON the good cause.
They were determined in their efforts.
They at once put their shoulder to the
wheel and finally the Benedictine Sis.
tiers, that noble band of Gods follow.
ers, guided by Divine light, came to
their assistance and volunteered to
take up the good and noble work.
They will be ever grateful to the
good citizens of Hot Springs, and also
to the people of other neighboring
cities and towns who lent them q help
ing hand in the noble work. All are
invited to come and visit the Hospital.
Although the Hospital is not entirely
furnished, there are 3 sufficient num-
Der Of rooms and wards furnished
beautifully and we'll equipped to &C.
comodate q large number. The sick
and even those who come here to the
city for rest or for pleasure will find
their rooms and everything to their
satisfaction and the recollection Of the
treatment and kindness Of the Sisters
and physicians toward them will be
forever stamped upon the memory e.
the invalid, the sick and the inAs
Strangers, friends and visitorl
ready comiqs te the 81
beautiful Eeaspitai,
seen at = laacn
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