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Describes building materials and dimensions, as well as condition of building. General Condition: "Plaster in bath in poor condition.  Shower in terrible condition (Rubber hose hung from wire).  Some repairs should be made…

Ladies from St. John's Episcopal Church held a party in LaBorde on Sunday afternoon, May 26 at 2:30pm.

Eight ladies from St. John's Episcopal Church visited LaBorde on Sunday, June 24th at 2:30pm. 

A group of ladies from St. John's Episcopal Church visited patients in LaBorde on Wednesday, November 28 at 2:30pm. and gave a party with refreshments.  

A map of the buildings and grounds at the S.C. State Hospital, drawn in 1952 by J.W.W.

Newspaper article describes the path of the tour Governor Brynes and the state legislature took on Tuesday, January 8, 1952. Although LaBorde is not identified by name, its description follows that of the Taylor Building. "The guide moved his party…

Governor James F. Byrnes visited LaBorde during his tour of the S.C. State Hospital on Tuesday, January 8, 1952.

Lists LaBorde as "facing Parker" and constructed in 1929.

Lists characteristics of building (including size, floors, trim, finish, etc), plumbing and electrical details, and list of needed repairs. Interesting remark: "2 Concrete Terraces Adaptable for Use as Day Rooms. They would furnish 900 sq. ft. of…

Lists Ward B-21 (LaBorde) as 5700 square ft in area; estimated replacement cost of $40,000; estimated depreciated value at $18,000; estimated cost of needed repairs at $3,300; estimated building value after repairs at $21,300; patient capacity of 46;…