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[page 305] Friday, Feb. 18th. The Committee met according to adjournment, Messrs. Pettangall, Dudley, Hill, Goss, Marble, Sargent, and Eaton being present.

Testimony of Charles Crowell, sworn. By Dr. Butler: Q. Have you been employed in the hospital as an attendant? A. Yes, sir. Q. How long were you an attendant there? A. Nearly 2 years in all at two different times. Q. Were you discharged? A. No, sir Q. You went of your own accord? A. Yes, sir Q. While you were there did you notice any neglect of patients, or abuse? A. I should think likely I did, yes, sir. Q. You mean to say decidedly that you have? A. Yes, I think so. Q. Did you have notice in your ward frequently or generally when the visiting committee were coming? A. Yes; always known when they would be there. Q. How was it communicated to you? A. Always sent word through the halls if the visiting committee was there, by the supervisor or some of the attendants, that