Polly Malby, I would love to talk to you about Kuhn, I lost a child there in 1977 and have a story to tell about what happened the morning she died. Blaine, I am a Vicksburger and I graduated from St. Francis in 1957 and the school was run by the Sisters of Mercy. Document # 001. Hello to anyone interested in the old Mercy Hospital. I have such wonderful memories of Kuhn the staff and patients everyone did the best that they could and our statistics were pretty amazing. Our last name was also Herring. Not sure when the one on Grove Street was built but all patients and services were move to that location when it was builtMercy Hospital Street Memotial. Its the opposite, actually. Unfortunately, many have been torn down in recent years, with their hisotry all but wiped away. Join the discussion, talk back, agree, disagree, etc. I went through hell and back during my 36 1/2 hours of hard labor but, I would not trade it for anything in the world. This image, dated 1959, is from a dedication ceremony booklet for the new annex to the rear of the original building. Ive been a few times at night and would love to go back during the day before its demolished. Every door has been ripped out, interior and exterior. she appears to be in her 40s in the picture.I would love to share with her family how wonderful she was to my mom who was an orphan and learning to become a nurse. Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. We Would watch them court. Do you have any info on those black glow in the dark chalkboard looking birth certificates or what happened to them. Later she worked for Dr. James Kiley. Mississippi Archives image Such fond memories at Mercy. Amanda, I started working there in 1980. Anne Peacock in 1978. While there, there was one room in the new section of the hospital that I could NOT walk into there was just a dark DARK entity in that room that made it physically impossible to enter it.. it was a man in a lab coat but he had a type of mask on i couldnt see clearly bc like i said i couldnt enter it also as I entered the older part of the hospital I was entering a room and felt pulled back and as i glanced to my left near and open door i noticed little feet at first and followed them up to see a little boy.. age 7 he had dark spots on his face he had brown hair dark eyes kinda sunk in and he looked at me point blank and turned his head to study me.. my boyfriend then called my name i look at him and when i looked back the child was gone.. even now my chest feels tight bringing this back up. how I wish the time was on my birth certificate but it is not ( I wanna have my natal horoscope done, but dont have the time) As far as I know, the hospital is now abandoned. SISTER MARCY GARCIA WAS THERE IN 1980 & 1981, SHE WAS THE ONE THAT DELIVERED MY SON ON MAY 28, 1981. Even if the hospital were to be demolished any asbestos would still be subject to remediation and the associated expense. Fort Massachusetts is a fort on the Mississippi Gulf Coast of the United States, located on West Ship Island. I hate to see the old structure falling down. The institution was also renamed in honor of Mr. Kuhn. Trial Set; A Photo; Caramel Act, In June, Sharen Wilson, 69, was attacked in her Drummond Street Home and taken to the Abandoned Kuhn Memorial Hospital on Martin Luther King Boulevard, where she was Shot with a Stolen Gun in One of the buildings and her body left in a wooded area of the Property where it was found by Ghost Hunters. Would like to know where emplpyment records are for the Hospital? Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material, including text and images, without express and written permission from this blogs author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. This is a great article, thanks. Activities for all ages including kids who can help with littler prevention. It can be done, Tiffney. The decaying Kuhn Memorial State Hospital has a rich history. I was born here in 1974. Some of them lived in our subdivision, Wildwood. I was born here in August of 1985 and was delivered by a lady names Marilyn A. Johnson, CNM. I hate that it is no more. Asbestos should not prevent this or any structure from having a new use. thank you! Does anyone know who the obstetricians were in 1962? https://www.wjtv.com/news/metro/vacant-kuhn-memorial-state-hospital-to-be-demolished/1435602808. Trial Set; Man Indicted in Kuhn Killing; by Alama Norris; The Man Accused of Stalking, Raping, Abducting and Killing Sharen Wilson in Jejune 2015, is set to Stand Trial in June, 2016. I had all of the symptoms.ha. Just wanted to thank you.i dont know if you delivered me but Im sure you my know the person who did. The hospital is completely air-conditioned. I delivered babies at Kuhn from 1980-1983. Delivering babies? So, have you heard about this abandoned hospital in Mississippi? Its a possibility Janne, my family is heavily rooted in Vicksburg. Any info relating to my birth in October 1978? I remember I cut my foot when I was a toddler and my mom didnt have a car, she picked me up and ran to Kuhn because it was a very bad cut. I was told that she was still birth. It was when doctors and nurses still cared about the patients and were connected. Change). I can email a friend who was there, and ask her if she delivered you. I spent 42 years as a nurse at the hospital plus I have been living in the neighborhood since 1995. If you didnt please tell me who did, thanks in advance. Shubuta Bridge, Shubuta cmh2315fl/Flickr Abandoned for years, this abandoned bridge in Mississippi has a sordid past that will forever remain a part of Shubuta's history. Kuhn Memorial Hospital, Mississippi. Mabus, however, vetoed the support. I enquired what he knew about Kuhn Hosptial; His reply; His answer. Please keep us posted. Get more stories delivered right to your email. An abandoned hospital full of paranormal activity in one of America's most haunted cities is currently being demolished. that is any hospital with a history of abuse and neglect. The Vicksburg Medical Center located on I-20 was owned by HCA in Nashville and Parkview was own by Quorum in Brentwood TN. Cant remember her name. No it isnt open, and a high locked fence surrounds the property. The hospitals last baby was delivered this month. Is that building for sale, if so how much? She has the warmest heart EVER! Too bad it cant be turned into a hotel. I was born there as were my brothers and sisters. My first and third children were born there in 1964 and 1966, respectively. However,, he told investigators that Ms. Wilson had been taken to Sharkey County, Mississippi, vicksbug Police Chief Walter Armstrong said Chief Armstrong said McCloud took the Officers on a search route that put them within Six miles of Greenville, when they learned a group of Ghost Hunters at the Kuhn Hospital Property had found Ms.. Willaims Body. I knew I would be feeling better soon. http://mdah.state.ms.us/arrec/digital_archives/cooper/index.php?itemno=2792. I have very great happy memories of MERCY. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. The charity hospital in Laurel was demolished many years ago. South Mississippi Charity Hospital in Laurel is also among the abandoned places in Mississippi. Still not good for the buildings, though . I really would love for it to be restored and opened back up as a hospital.. Not a hotel. Yes Blaine, all deliveries were recorded in delivery area of all births and the time of delivery was part of the data. The Gun was recovered when the Two Suspects, McCloud and his Nephew, Akeen McCloud who was not charged, wee stopped the next day in Leland for carless driving Ms. Wilsons 2012 Nissan Murano, Leland Police detained the Uncle and Nephew after finding the Weapon and called Vicksburg Police after discovering the vehicle was Registered to Wilson. I am just now reading this because Ive been so busy since January 1 with a sick sister. The house on Oak Street still stands. McRaven, located at 114 Harrison St. in Vicksburg, is on the National Register of Historic Places and first opened to the public in 1961. Today, the effects of the closing are still prevalent. Think it will be a grand adventure to rebuild this great historical landmark. I was born there, 12-19-1964 on a Saturday, the time was not posted on my birth cert, and my mother said she didnt know, so I dont know if i could retrieve those records some how, it means so much to me, I was moved to Texas when i was eight, I would like to get some history and images of it, and my grandparents died there also, can anyone help me? happy memories of the hospital and Mercy Hospital Street Memorial School of Nursing.I retired from Nursing in 2005. Did you deliver a baby boy in 80 to the name of Robearra Augusta Smith. My best guess is that Mercy closed around 2000. His name is Greg Pearson and his number is 601-883-5000. Fond, fond memories. So am I. Im wondering if its still standing and if its fenced off. FAIRMONT Officials at the Marion County Humane Society No-Kill Shelter are working with law enforcement to identify and question the person who apparently abandoned a dog and left it for days. But the massive building is no longer a hive of activity, instead walled off from the community it once served by a high fence with razor wire on top. I have worked in many hospitals and can say Mercy was the best and cared about the patients, the staff, and anyone who need them. I visited it last May walked through it. Went to Mass in the chapel many times. Sr. Marcy was wonderful. It was always spotlessly clean and maintained at that time. Johnston was a kind gentleman, and a caring Doctor. Opponents claim to have 100,000 signatures to keep the hospitals open. I have bipolar disorder and it might be beneficial for you to take someone in there that has mental problems that would be able to relate and talk to the patients. . In his will, Kuhn directed that a 7-person committee composed of three Jews, two Catholics, and two Protestants be formed to decide the best way to disburse the money. Thanks. Its so funny to see my name here! Very sad, Want to really know about this place watch ghost asylum episode Kuhn hospital it was a prison metal asylum and hospital and the mental paients there were abused with freezing cold ice baths and shock therapy. I intend to go back bc somehow I failed to find the morgue and I know I need to for some reason. It would be wonderful for someone to come in a restore it. An abandoned Civil Rights Era icon The Ben Moore Hotel, pictured here, opened its doors in 1945 and in 1951 became the first hotel in Montgomery, Alabama to welcome African Americans as guests.. Its sad to see the pictures of the hospital now. I am an AA female. I drove by there on a recent visit to family. Sam P. The Vicksburg Post, Tuesday, January 19th, 2016 They went as far as watching my child so I could complete RN School, and I will never be able to say thanks enough to them, and the whole hospital staff of Mercy. Kuhn State Memorial Hospital might be long gone, but that doesnt mean Vicksburg is void of creepy places. I also live directly behind the hospital. Check out this Asbestos factory that was converted into a green office building. In the years since, shes had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. interesting. Would love to have an update. Marcy & Dr. Pontis (sp?) Fort Massachusetts 30.21236, -88.97214 History: In 1847, the United States declared the Ship Island a military reservation, and Congress authorized the construction of a fort nine years later. We had other foreign Doctors. I did retire in 2003! I have a picture of her but do not know anything else about her. When Vicksburg Police arrived to question McCloud, he gave them grim news, Captain Williams said. I will look in 1981 when I find that notebook! Will be setting up an appt to view the building in the next few weeks. Those sound like such valuable records, it would be a shame for them to be lost in the shuffle of time. I was born there in June of 1967. i will follow that up . According to MDAHs database, it was closed after University Hospital opened in 1955 and demolished sometime before 1962: https://www.apps.mdah.ms.gov/Public/prop.aspx?id=11983&view=facts&y=856. It WAS a hospital for people with no insurance, no money. However, this therapeuthic approach has lately been abandoned since more adverse effects are being reported. I also saved a lot of letters to my parents about events at Kuhn, and especially amazing birth events, prisoner-workers, etc. Now, it seems that your mom may have worked with WES after she left the clinic. I was born at then parkview in March of 2001, so I know for sure it was open then, hope this helps on timing! I was an ER orderly. Dr. Jarrett was my pediatrician and he had a nurse (sister of Mercy) that was referred to as Bobo. Perhaps I have been lucky enough to have a little money, very little, and insurance. My mother passed away here in 1994 and that was the last time I ever was at the hospital. It is amazing. Cyclooxygenase inhibitors, mainly indomethacin and ibuprofen, have been largely used in the prevention of this pathology. Did Tremendous Entertainment ever explore? Yes I remember there were no ER doctors and I also remember if it wasnt an emergency you were sent home. It made me proud to work at such a facility. First step is to locate and grill any relative you can. One example would be the HVAC system. Your email address will not be published. I only wish I could remember her last name so that I could try to find her! Amanda, I have emailed her but she has not yet replied. You can certainly go there. Awww!!! Todays Head line in VIcksburg Post, February 28th, 2016; A Step Closer? We now have cooperation from the VPD for the most part, after a truck load of our copper was stolen from their yard!! I remember going there as a little girl. Date Victim(s) Abductor(s) Location Age of victim(s) Outcome Notes 18 December 1900 Edward Cudahy Jr. Pat Crowe (accused) : Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. : 15 Released Son of a business magnate who was kidnapped and held for $25,000 ransom, with his abductor, Pat Crowe, releasing him after the ransom was paid.After being found not guilty at trial, he made a living as a lecturer and author. This required many to park at the bottom of the hill or in the Street Clinic parking lot, and walk up the hill. I remember wonderful things about the people who worked at Kuhn. We even had insurance and payed our bills!!! His age was 50ish. I would really like to hear your stories!! The elevator shaft was probably one of the most eerie spots. -- Police have identified a murder victim who was found by ghost hunters Sunday near an abandoned hospital. I don't claim the rights to Kelly Clarkson's "Never Ag .more. Sad. This was prior to having ER physicians. Havent been down there in about 16 years. Unless its just allowed to rot down, which I guess is the current option. We have several types of activities from removing dirt, debris on the panels to cutting down and removing invasive trees. From 2021 to 2022, I participated . My surviving son was born May 1981 at Kuhn. I wish I could meet the nurse that delivered me. We provided excellent care. How coincidental! Interesting building, I do suggest if you go there dont go by yourself for where its located is not safe. Any suggestions on who to contact for permission to go through the buildings? not sure when that happened. Originally created to care for injured sailors working on the Mississippi River, this hospital was a campus of six . Chris, I will have to give that a little thought. http://greensource.construction.com/green_building_projects/2013/1311-ambler-boiler-house.asp. After the move to the new River Region Medical Center in February 2002, plans were in place to sell the building to be used for different purposes. Before the thieves came and tore the place to pieces, the owner would have let anyone just go through and check things out but there is no hope in that now. Finally the state of MS decided to stop funding Kuhn. I was watching a eposide of ghost asylum and never knew the history they spoke of. Mrs. Pharr, whose son went on to being the Commandant at West Point, was my pediatric nurse. Didnt Dr. Potnis marry one of the midwives? Its really sad. Im not the type of person to take chances or disobey law enforcement. You must likely took care of me.. You know they try to hide things when they shut down. But somehow that too may fall . He was a nurse anesthetist who worked full time at Vicksburg Hospital, but would also work part-time at Kuhn. The three Doctor Street brothers were the founders of Mercy Hospital and the clinic. My Dads name was Tom. This is a very interesting article that shows the history of Vicksburg and the contents within the beautiful. Mercy even played a role in the establishment of a nursing school at USM in the 1960s. To me it is atrocious the way they treated these people. You dont have to get out to appreciate it. Sheila, I believe the records are at the Department of Health (or whatever its called) in Jackson. Mother is Sara Lynn Smith at the time..,As a matter fact.. My father meet my step mother there..cynthia renee dickerson. I remember the form looking like a glow in the dark black chalk board with white writing. (function(){var src_url="https://spshared.5min.com/Scripts/PlayerSeed.js'playList=519366027&height=&width=100&sid=577&origin=SOLR&videoGroupID=155847 . I hope the city or someone does something good with the property. I would hope there is some future use for this property as maybe assisted living, memory care or housing project, if financially feasible.. 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