A Psychiatric Milestone: Bloomingdale Hospital Centenary, 1821-1921

Chapter 4

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DOROTHY LYNDE DIX BEFORE A LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE

Characters: [This instance of 'Characters:' added by transcriber] Dorothy L. Dix Members of the Committee Chairman

Miss Dix appears before a Committee of the Legislature and is heard in an impassioned appeal on behalf of adequate provision and care for the mentally ill. The scene closes with the Committee indicating their approval and congratulating Miss Dix on her successful effort.

Music: Orchestra "Maryland, My Maryland" "Columbia, the Gem of the Ocean"