When was it published?

June 23, 1861 in Daily National Democrat

Domestic News June 23, 1861

Daily National Democrat

Q: What keywords are associated?

Insane Asylum, Gymnasium, Stockton Argus, Inmates Construction

Marysville, Yuba County, California

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What is this article about?

A canvas pavilion gymnasium equipped for patients has been erected on the grounds of the State Insane Asylum, with construction primarily performed by the inmates, as reported by the Stockton Argus.

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Gymnasium For The Insane.—The Stockton Argus says: A canvas pavilion has been erected upon the grounds of the State Insane Asylum, accessible to the patients, in which all the paraphernalia usually found in a well regulated gymnasium have been provided. The floor is laid with tan, seats are erected around the pavilion, and everything added that can offer inducement for gymnastic practice. In the centre of the yard is a circular swing which seems to be a favorite means of amusement among patients.—The work of erecting this gymnasium has been principally performed by the inmates of the Asylum.

What sub-type of article is it?

Infrastructure

What keywords are associated?

Insane Asylum Gymnasium Stockton Argus Inmates Construction

Where did it happen?

State Insane Asylum

Domestic News Details

Primary Location

State Insane Asylum

Outcome

erected principally by the inmates of the asylum.

Event Details

A canvas pavilion has been erected upon the grounds of the State Insane Asylum, accessible to the patients, in which all the paraphernalia usually found in a well regulated gymnasium have been provided. The floor is laid with tan, seats are erected around the pavilion, and everything added that can offer inducement for gymnastic practice. In the centre of the yard is a circular swing which seems to be a favorite means of amusement among patients.