Hugh's parents were:
Thomas Shelby Gibson (1828 - 1909)
Celina M. Gibson (1842 - 1888)
The date of Hugh's birth was shown as August 8, 1871, on his death certificate. He had lived 46 years, 4 months, & 14 days. His wife, Mrs. H.R. (Bernice) Gibson, was the informant on his death certificate.
Hugh & siblings:
Hugh Renfro Gibson 1867–1917
Amelia C Gibson 1869–1948
Wade Moss Gibson 1870–1935
Thomas Shelby Gibson Jr 1872–1935
Burgoyne Horberson Gibson 1875–1938
Robert Beatty Gibson 1879–1931
Hugh's half-siblings from his father's first marriage to Annie Jane Ball:
William G. Gibson 1851–1941
Martha Ann "Annie" Gibson 1853–1932
Mary Ruth (Mollie) Gibson 1856–1899
Charles Smith Gibson 1857–1928
Jane Elizabeth (Jennie) Gibson 1859–1920
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On June 16, 1880,
Hugh R., age 12 living in Rose Hill, Lee Co, VA with his parents, Thos. S. & Celina H. Gibson, ages 52 & 38. His father farmed to support the family.
Household Members
Thos. S. Gibson 52 (born in TN)
Celina H. Gibson 38 ( Celina & children born in VA)
Hugh R. Gibson 12
Amelia C. Gibson 11
Wade M. Gibson 9
Thomas S. Gibson 8
Burgoin H. Gibson 5
Robert B. Gibson 3
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Newspaper articles have helped provide a brief glimpse into his life.
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, July 31, 1889
"H.R. Gibson of Richmond, Ky., was in town several days last week viewing Pineville's beautiful scenery and seeking investments. - Pineville Messenger."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, August 28, 1889
"CLAVICLE EXTRACTED
Dr. H.R. Gibson of Red House, one day last week, called in Dr. J.M. Foster, of this place, and they extracted the collar bone of Cyrus Wells, son of William Wells, about twenty years. The bone was decaying from scrofula, and this extreme measure was necessary. The operation was performed by cutting the flesh on a line from the breast bone to the shoulder, and pulling out the two ends of the bone with powerful bone forceps.
The literature of this subject shows that the operation is a rare one. The only case reported from Kentucky is that performed by Dr. McCreery in 1811. The jugular vein and several important arteries pass immediately under the collar bone. ... Young Wells is progressing satisfactorily."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 2, 1889
"OFF FOR BELLEVUE
Dr. H.R. Gibson, of Red House, will leave for New Yoork, this week, where he will take a post-graduate course in medicine at Bellevue. Dr. Gibson came here from Virginia, something more than a year ago, and entered at once upon a good practice. He is a graduate of Vanderbilt, Nashville and proposes further perfecting himself. Upon his return he will locate in Richmond, having formed a partnership with Dr. Will Jennings."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, December 11, 1889
"RETURNED
Dr. H.R. Gibson, who has heretofore been located at Red House, returned last week from New York where he took a post-graduate course at Bellevue college. having formed a partnership with Dr. Will Jennings, before leaving, he is now at their office on Main street over Wallace & Rice's. We were told at Bellevue, while in New York, the other day that Dr. Gibson was making the most of his time, doing as much hard study and work as any man in the college."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, January 1, 1890
"Dr. H.R. Gibson performed a serious surgical operation in this place, last week, on Miss Cheek of Scott county. An incision was made down the back from the waits, and across the lower part of the hip. The extremity of the spine was amputated, and the remainder of the exposed bones scraped. Miss Cheek received sever injury from a fall eight years ago from which she has ever since suffered. The patient was under the influence of ether for ninety minutes.
Heretofore we have from time to time reported difficult and successful operations performed by others of our doctors. If there is anything in this line that can't be done by our local surgeons, it has yet to make its appearance."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, June 17, 1896
"Dr. Moss Gibson of Virginia visited his brother, Dr. H.R. Gibson, this place last week."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, July 15, 1896
"M'DOWELLIAN PROCESS
On Saturday, Dr. H.R. Gibson, assisted by Drs. Bales and Poyntz, operated at the Infirmary on Mrs. Lillie Baker, of Texas, for ovarian tumor. The case was made troublesome by lengthy adhesions and other complications, but was successful. Dr. Gibson, with these two assistants, has operated forty-four times successfully since January 1st."
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The Courier-Journal
(Louisville, KY)
Monday, August 1, 1896
"PRECAUTIONS TAKEN BY SURROUNDING COUNTIES
DR. M'CORMACK'S VIEWS
Because the official of Jackson county refused to take any action in regard to the small-pox, now prevalent there, the State Board of health issued a proclamation of quarantine in order to prevent the spread of the disease into neighboring counties. ...
Dr. McCormack visited Madison county last, and Saturday afternoon had a conference at Richmond with Dr. J.M Poyntz, Dr. H.R. Gibson, Dr. C.J. Bales, Dr. A.W. Struck, City Health Officer and County Attorney J.T. Cobb. As this city had had some experience with small-pox, the officials were ready to act promptly, in accord with Dr. McCormack's suggestions. Guards were put out Saturday night in order to stop any travel, as this is County Court day. ... "
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 28, 1896
"CALLED TO ESTILL.
Dr. H.R. Gibson has returned from Estill county, where he was called to administer to F.M. Collins for abscess of the liver. For the past two years Dr. Gibson has had a great many professional calls to that section."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, December 23, 1896
"Dr. H.R. Gibson was called to Virginia last week to attend his brother who is seriously ill."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, March 31, 1897
"SONS OF CONFEDERATES ORGANIZE
The first camp of Sons of Confederates Veterans in Kentucky was organized at the Court house in this city, on Saturday last. David R. Tevis was chosen Captain; Harry Blanton 1st Lieut.; Frank French Adjutant; Rev. Jasper K. Smith Champlain; Tom Collins Quartermaster; Dr. H.R. Gibson Surgeon. ... "
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, April 14, 1897
"Dr. Moss Gibson returned to Louisville Monday, after a pleasant stay with his brother, Dr. H.R. Gibson. In two months Moss will be a full-fledged M.D."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, April 5, 1899
"HONOR TO A RICHMOND PHYSICIAN.
On an outside page of today's Climax can be found a lengthy notice of the honor that has been conferred upon one of our best known physicians, Dr. H.R. Gibson, by the Board of Trustees and Faculty of the Philadelphia Medico-Chirurgical Society. The honor carries with it the privilege of pursuing, free, any course of study in the institution and implies the high standing of the recipient in his profession. The article will be read by the Doctor's friends with much pleasure."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 11, 1899
"Dr. H.R. Gibson returned on Sunday from Chicago where he attended the meeting of the Mississippi Valley Medical Association and took a course of surgery and medicine under the celebrated specialists, Dr.s Murphy, Senn, and Billings. Dr. Gibson was greatly pleased and benefited by his trip."
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On June 7, 1900,
Hugh R. Gibson, age 32, singe (born in VA in August 1857) was one of the boarders at the Malcolm Miller family Boarding House on Main Street in Richmond, Madison Co, KY.
Hugh was a Physician. His brother M. Moss Gibson, age 29, single (born in VA in Oct. 1860) also a Physician was living there.
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, August 15, 1900
"Dr. H.R. Gibson left Saturday night to visit his parents in Virginia."
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, August 7, 1901
"RICHMOND GOOD ENOUGH FOR HIM.
Dr. H.R. Gibson says that the item in the Lexington Democrat to the effect that he was looking for a location in the Bluegrass Capital, and which we copied in last leek's Climax, is wholly without foundation and originated in the fertile brain of some imaginative reporter. he says Richmond is good enough for him; that his practice has more than doubled in the past year, and that he is here to stay."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, September 4, 1901
"GOES TO EUROPE
Dr. H.R. Gibson will sail today (Wednesday) from New YHork, via the steamer Gera, of the North German Lloyd line, for Hamburg, Germany. From Hamburg he goes to Berlin where he will spend several weeks in the great hospitals of that great city, studying under the supervision of Dr. Zorne and other eminent specialists.
He will also visit the hospitals of Zurich, Switzerland, Paris, France and London, England,. He will also take several side trips to points of interest in Italy.
Dr. Gibson contemplates spending about a year abroad. He carried with him a number of nice letters to the ambassadors of Germany, France, and England, which will insure him all the attentions and courtesies that an American of Dr. Gibson's professional standing and ability may desire. During Dr. Gibson's absence his brother, Dr. M.M. Gibson, will look after his practice."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, January 1, 1902
"Dr. H.R. Gibson returned last week from Berlin, Germany, where he spent six months in the University perfecting himself in the art of surgery. he says he had a pleasant as well as a profitable trip abroad, but like all good Kentuckians is glad to get back to the best place on earth."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 22, 1902
"DISTRESSING AFFAIR
Dr. C.E. Poyntz Shot and Killed and John Siler Fatally Wounded at Paint Lick
One of the most distressing affairs that our community has ever been called on to suffer happene3d at pain Lick Monday evening, when Dr. C. Edwin Poyntz was shot and killed and John Siler, the proprietor of the Paint Lick Hotel, was fatally wounded. Word was received here of the unfortunate occurrence about seven o'clock. Dr. and Mrs. J.M. Poyntz and Dr. H.R. Gibson left immediately for that place, but long before they arrived it was known that young Dr. Poyntz' wounds wouod prove fatal. Everything possible was done for him, but without avail, and at five o[clock Tuesday morning he breathed his last. ... "
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, November 5, 1902
"ACCIDENT AT BARRELL FACTORY.
On last Wednesday afternoon Fred Devore, an employee at the barrel facotr factory was working about the hoop machine, when in some way he got his finger fastened. The member was so badly mashed that amputation was necessary. Dr. H.R. Gibson dressed the wound, taking the finger off at the second joint."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, January 27, 1904
"STRAYED
From Amos Willis' farm, on the Barnes Mill pike, a red, dehorned steer, weight about 500 pounds. Liberal reward will be paid for return of same to undersigned.
Dr. H.R. Gibson"
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 19, 1904
"Dr. H.R. Gibson is at the Worlds Fair."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, May 16, 1906
"News from Dr. H.R. Gibson, who is sojourning at Hot Springs is to the effect that he is regaining his health. This will be learned with pleasure by the hosts of friends of the genial doctor who wish for his speedy return to his accustomed place and duties."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, May 23, 1906
"It is a source of much genuine pleasure to his host of friends to have Dr. H.R. Gibson back home. After a protracted sojourn at Hot Springs, Ark., he has returned much improved in health. We trust that home and the breath of Kentucky air and the perfume of the flowers and blue grass will restore him to his former self, and that he may soon be able to mingle with his friends as of old."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, July 14, 1909
"Dr. Hugh Gibson has been in West Virginia a few days.."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, September 21, 1910
"FARM SOLD
Dr. H.R. Gibson sold Monday to Samuel Alcorn, of Rockcastle county, the farm of 140 acres situated near Kingston and known as the Barnett farm for $7,000. Possession will be given January 1st next. This is a well known arm and a fine tract of producing land."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, Ky)
Wednesday, January 31, 1912
"Much interest centers in the approaching marriage of Dr. Hugh R. Gibson, of this city and Miss Bernice Orr, of Big Stone Gap, Va., which will be quietly celebrated on February 8 at the home of the bride-to-be parents, Dr. and Mrs. D.F. Orr.
Dr. Gibson is too well known to our readers to need an introduction, having located in our midst when a young physician since which time he has attained wide prominence as a surgeon and physician. With his brothers, Drs. W.M. and Bird Gibson, he has a most lucrative practice. his gentlemanly bearing and polished manners have endeared him to a host of friends.
His bride-to-be is a beautiful girl of the blonde type and comes from a distinguished Southern family.
The happy couple will go to housekeeping in the Crutcher property on West main street, which the groom-to-be recently purchased and is having remodeled and beautifully furnished.
THE CLIMAS joins in with hosts of other friends in wishing everything good for them in their new relations."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, February 14, 1912
"GIBSON-ORR
The wedding of Dr. Hugh Gibson, of this city, and Miss Bernice Orr, of Big Stone Gap, Va., was celebrated last Thursday afternoon at the home of the bride's parents, Dr. and Mrs. D.F. Orr, at Big Stone Gap, Va., and was the culmination of a pretty romance which began over a year ago when Miss Orr was a patient in Gibson here.
The ceremony was said by Rev. G.C. Orr, of Morristown, Tenn., the bride's uncle, after which the happy couple left for a trip before returning to this city to reside.
Dr. Gibson is one of Madison County's foremost physicians and surgeons and enjoys a fine practice and is highly esteemed by a host of friends.
His bride is a most beautiful young woman and will receive a warm welcome from the friends of her husband. Dr. and Mrs. Gibson will reside at the Crutcher home on West Main street, which the groom recently purchased and has had remodeled and furnished.
The Climax joins with others in hearty congratulations and good wishes for the genial doctor and his bonny bride."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, April 17, 1912
"FINE CHICKENS
Dr. H.R. Gibson purchased last week a pen of white Plymouth Rock chickens from Mr. Coleman Neff, of this city, paying for same $40. Mr. Neff has made a number of sales during the spring and has realized handsome prices for his fowls."
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The Big Stone Gap Post
(Big Stone Gap, VA)
Wednesday, August 2, 1916
"The many friends of Dr. and Mrs. Hugh Gibson, of Richmond, Ky., will be interested to learn that Dr. Gibson is now under the care of a famous specialist in the new hospital at Albuquerque, N.M., and that Mrs. Gibson, formerly Miss Bernice Orr, of this place, is herself in splendid health, in spite of the devoted and unremitting care she has given the Dr. since his health failed some years ago."
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The Big Stone Gap Post
(Big Stone Gap, VA)
Wednesday, January 2, 1918
"DR. HUGH GIBSON DEAD
The sad news was received in the Gap lat week of the death of Dr. Hugh Gibson, of Richmond, KY., which occurred in a sanitorium in San Antonio, Texas, last Saturday week, after an illness of three years. his remains were brought back to Richmond, accompanied by his wife, who was formerly Miss Bernice Orr or the Gap, and his brother, Moss Gibson, and interred in the Richmond Cemetery on Christmas day.
Dr. and Mrs. D.F. Orr, parents of Mrs. Gibson, and Mrs. Guy Pugh of St. Paul, attended the funeral."
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Dr. Hugh Renfro Gibson and his brother, Dr. Wade Moss Gibson, founded the Gibson Hospital in Richmond, Madison Co.
Around 1897 Dr. Hugh Gibson bought the old Ezekiel Field homestead located on the north side of Main Street and the corner of Fifth Street, in Richmond Kentucky which became Gibson Hospital. In 1908 an addition of 10 more patients rooms were added.
A nephew of the two founders, Dr. Shelby Gibson Carr, inherited the Gibson Hospital in 1935. Three additions were made: 1944 a wing containing 20 patients rooms; 1946 another addition was made and a home for the nursing staff of the Gibson Hospital was built; and in 1955, a new surgical room was added. The Gibson Hospital was sold and demolished in September of 1968.
Information from Diane (#47664056)
Thomas Shelby Gibson (1828 - 1909)
Celina M. Gibson (1842 - 1888)
The date of Hugh's birth was shown as August 8, 1871, on his death certificate. He had lived 46 years, 4 months, & 14 days. His wife, Mrs. H.R. (Bernice) Gibson, was the informant on his death certificate.
Hugh & siblings:
Hugh Renfro Gibson 1867–1917
Amelia C Gibson 1869–1948
Wade Moss Gibson 1870–1935
Thomas Shelby Gibson Jr 1872–1935
Burgoyne Horberson Gibson 1875–1938
Robert Beatty Gibson 1879–1931
Hugh's half-siblings from his father's first marriage to Annie Jane Ball:
William G. Gibson 1851–1941
Martha Ann "Annie" Gibson 1853–1932
Mary Ruth (Mollie) Gibson 1856–1899
Charles Smith Gibson 1857–1928
Jane Elizabeth (Jennie) Gibson 1859–1920
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On June 16, 1880,
Hugh R., age 12 living in Rose Hill, Lee Co, VA with his parents, Thos. S. & Celina H. Gibson, ages 52 & 38. His father farmed to support the family.
Household Members
Thos. S. Gibson 52 (born in TN)
Celina H. Gibson 38 ( Celina & children born in VA)
Hugh R. Gibson 12
Amelia C. Gibson 11
Wade M. Gibson 9
Thomas S. Gibson 8
Burgoin H. Gibson 5
Robert B. Gibson 3
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Newspaper articles have helped provide a brief glimpse into his life.
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, July 31, 1889
"H.R. Gibson of Richmond, Ky., was in town several days last week viewing Pineville's beautiful scenery and seeking investments. - Pineville Messenger."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, August 28, 1889
"CLAVICLE EXTRACTED
Dr. H.R. Gibson of Red House, one day last week, called in Dr. J.M. Foster, of this place, and they extracted the collar bone of Cyrus Wells, son of William Wells, about twenty years. The bone was decaying from scrofula, and this extreme measure was necessary. The operation was performed by cutting the flesh on a line from the breast bone to the shoulder, and pulling out the two ends of the bone with powerful bone forceps.
The literature of this subject shows that the operation is a rare one. The only case reported from Kentucky is that performed by Dr. McCreery in 1811. The jugular vein and several important arteries pass immediately under the collar bone. ... Young Wells is progressing satisfactorily."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 2, 1889
"OFF FOR BELLEVUE
Dr. H.R. Gibson, of Red House, will leave for New Yoork, this week, where he will take a post-graduate course in medicine at Bellevue. Dr. Gibson came here from Virginia, something more than a year ago, and entered at once upon a good practice. He is a graduate of Vanderbilt, Nashville and proposes further perfecting himself. Upon his return he will locate in Richmond, having formed a partnership with Dr. Will Jennings."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, December 11, 1889
"RETURNED
Dr. H.R. Gibson, who has heretofore been located at Red House, returned last week from New York where he took a post-graduate course at Bellevue college. having formed a partnership with Dr. Will Jennings, before leaving, he is now at their office on Main street over Wallace & Rice's. We were told at Bellevue, while in New York, the other day that Dr. Gibson was making the most of his time, doing as much hard study and work as any man in the college."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, January 1, 1890
"Dr. H.R. Gibson performed a serious surgical operation in this place, last week, on Miss Cheek of Scott county. An incision was made down the back from the waits, and across the lower part of the hip. The extremity of the spine was amputated, and the remainder of the exposed bones scraped. Miss Cheek received sever injury from a fall eight years ago from which she has ever since suffered. The patient was under the influence of ether for ninety minutes.
Heretofore we have from time to time reported difficult and successful operations performed by others of our doctors. If there is anything in this line that can't be done by our local surgeons, it has yet to make its appearance."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, June 17, 1896
"Dr. Moss Gibson of Virginia visited his brother, Dr. H.R. Gibson, this place last week."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, July 15, 1896
"M'DOWELLIAN PROCESS
On Saturday, Dr. H.R. Gibson, assisted by Drs. Bales and Poyntz, operated at the Infirmary on Mrs. Lillie Baker, of Texas, for ovarian tumor. The case was made troublesome by lengthy adhesions and other complications, but was successful. Dr. Gibson, with these two assistants, has operated forty-four times successfully since January 1st."
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The Courier-Journal
(Louisville, KY)
Monday, August 1, 1896
"PRECAUTIONS TAKEN BY SURROUNDING COUNTIES
DR. M'CORMACK'S VIEWS
Because the official of Jackson county refused to take any action in regard to the small-pox, now prevalent there, the State Board of health issued a proclamation of quarantine in order to prevent the spread of the disease into neighboring counties. ...
Dr. McCormack visited Madison county last, and Saturday afternoon had a conference at Richmond with Dr. J.M Poyntz, Dr. H.R. Gibson, Dr. C.J. Bales, Dr. A.W. Struck, City Health Officer and County Attorney J.T. Cobb. As this city had had some experience with small-pox, the officials were ready to act promptly, in accord with Dr. McCormack's suggestions. Guards were put out Saturday night in order to stop any travel, as this is County Court day. ... "
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 28, 1896
"CALLED TO ESTILL.
Dr. H.R. Gibson has returned from Estill county, where he was called to administer to F.M. Collins for abscess of the liver. For the past two years Dr. Gibson has had a great many professional calls to that section."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, December 23, 1896
"Dr. H.R. Gibson was called to Virginia last week to attend his brother who is seriously ill."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, March 31, 1897
"SONS OF CONFEDERATES ORGANIZE
The first camp of Sons of Confederates Veterans in Kentucky was organized at the Court house in this city, on Saturday last. David R. Tevis was chosen Captain; Harry Blanton 1st Lieut.; Frank French Adjutant; Rev. Jasper K. Smith Champlain; Tom Collins Quartermaster; Dr. H.R. Gibson Surgeon. ... "
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, April 14, 1897
"Dr. Moss Gibson returned to Louisville Monday, after a pleasant stay with his brother, Dr. H.R. Gibson. In two months Moss will be a full-fledged M.D."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, April 5, 1899
"HONOR TO A RICHMOND PHYSICIAN.
On an outside page of today's Climax can be found a lengthy notice of the honor that has been conferred upon one of our best known physicians, Dr. H.R. Gibson, by the Board of Trustees and Faculty of the Philadelphia Medico-Chirurgical Society. The honor carries with it the privilege of pursuing, free, any course of study in the institution and implies the high standing of the recipient in his profession. The article will be read by the Doctor's friends with much pleasure."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 11, 1899
"Dr. H.R. Gibson returned on Sunday from Chicago where he attended the meeting of the Mississippi Valley Medical Association and took a course of surgery and medicine under the celebrated specialists, Dr.s Murphy, Senn, and Billings. Dr. Gibson was greatly pleased and benefited by his trip."
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On June 7, 1900,
Hugh R. Gibson, age 32, singe (born in VA in August 1857) was one of the boarders at the Malcolm Miller family Boarding House on Main Street in Richmond, Madison Co, KY.
Hugh was a Physician. His brother M. Moss Gibson, age 29, single (born in VA in Oct. 1860) also a Physician was living there.
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, August 15, 1900
"Dr. H.R. Gibson left Saturday night to visit his parents in Virginia."
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, August 7, 1901
"RICHMOND GOOD ENOUGH FOR HIM.
Dr. H.R. Gibson says that the item in the Lexington Democrat to the effect that he was looking for a location in the Bluegrass Capital, and which we copied in last leek's Climax, is wholly without foundation and originated in the fertile brain of some imaginative reporter. he says Richmond is good enough for him; that his practice has more than doubled in the past year, and that he is here to stay."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, September 4, 1901
"GOES TO EUROPE
Dr. H.R. Gibson will sail today (Wednesday) from New YHork, via the steamer Gera, of the North German Lloyd line, for Hamburg, Germany. From Hamburg he goes to Berlin where he will spend several weeks in the great hospitals of that great city, studying under the supervision of Dr. Zorne and other eminent specialists.
He will also visit the hospitals of Zurich, Switzerland, Paris, France and London, England,. He will also take several side trips to points of interest in Italy.
Dr. Gibson contemplates spending about a year abroad. He carried with him a number of nice letters to the ambassadors of Germany, France, and England, which will insure him all the attentions and courtesies that an American of Dr. Gibson's professional standing and ability may desire. During Dr. Gibson's absence his brother, Dr. M.M. Gibson, will look after his practice."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, January 1, 1902
"Dr. H.R. Gibson returned last week from Berlin, Germany, where he spent six months in the University perfecting himself in the art of surgery. he says he had a pleasant as well as a profitable trip abroad, but like all good Kentuckians is glad to get back to the best place on earth."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 22, 1902
"DISTRESSING AFFAIR
Dr. C.E. Poyntz Shot and Killed and John Siler Fatally Wounded at Paint Lick
One of the most distressing affairs that our community has ever been called on to suffer happene3d at pain Lick Monday evening, when Dr. C. Edwin Poyntz was shot and killed and John Siler, the proprietor of the Paint Lick Hotel, was fatally wounded. Word was received here of the unfortunate occurrence about seven o'clock. Dr. and Mrs. J.M. Poyntz and Dr. H.R. Gibson left immediately for that place, but long before they arrived it was known that young Dr. Poyntz' wounds wouod prove fatal. Everything possible was done for him, but without avail, and at five o[clock Tuesday morning he breathed his last. ... "
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, November 5, 1902
"ACCIDENT AT BARRELL FACTORY.
On last Wednesday afternoon Fred Devore, an employee at the barrel facotr factory was working about the hoop machine, when in some way he got his finger fastened. The member was so badly mashed that amputation was necessary. Dr. H.R. Gibson dressed the wound, taking the finger off at the second joint."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, January 27, 1904
"STRAYED
From Amos Willis' farm, on the Barnes Mill pike, a red, dehorned steer, weight about 500 pounds. Liberal reward will be paid for return of same to undersigned.
Dr. H.R. Gibson"
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 19, 1904
"Dr. H.R. Gibson is at the Worlds Fair."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, May 16, 1906
"News from Dr. H.R. Gibson, who is sojourning at Hot Springs is to the effect that he is regaining his health. This will be learned with pleasure by the hosts of friends of the genial doctor who wish for his speedy return to his accustomed place and duties."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, May 23, 1906
"It is a source of much genuine pleasure to his host of friends to have Dr. H.R. Gibson back home. After a protracted sojourn at Hot Springs, Ark., he has returned much improved in health. We trust that home and the breath of Kentucky air and the perfume of the flowers and blue grass will restore him to his former self, and that he may soon be able to mingle with his friends as of old."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, July 14, 1909
"Dr. Hugh Gibson has been in West Virginia a few days.."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, September 21, 1910
"FARM SOLD
Dr. H.R. Gibson sold Monday to Samuel Alcorn, of Rockcastle county, the farm of 140 acres situated near Kingston and known as the Barnett farm for $7,000. Possession will be given January 1st next. This is a well known arm and a fine tract of producing land."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, Ky)
Wednesday, January 31, 1912
"Much interest centers in the approaching marriage of Dr. Hugh R. Gibson, of this city and Miss Bernice Orr, of Big Stone Gap, Va., which will be quietly celebrated on February 8 at the home of the bride-to-be parents, Dr. and Mrs. D.F. Orr.
Dr. Gibson is too well known to our readers to need an introduction, having located in our midst when a young physician since which time he has attained wide prominence as a surgeon and physician. With his brothers, Drs. W.M. and Bird Gibson, he has a most lucrative practice. his gentlemanly bearing and polished manners have endeared him to a host of friends.
His bride-to-be is a beautiful girl of the blonde type and comes from a distinguished Southern family.
The happy couple will go to housekeeping in the Crutcher property on West main street, which the groom-to-be recently purchased and is having remodeled and beautifully furnished.
THE CLIMAS joins in with hosts of other friends in wishing everything good for them in their new relations."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, February 14, 1912
"GIBSON-ORR
The wedding of Dr. Hugh Gibson, of this city, and Miss Bernice Orr, of Big Stone Gap, Va., was celebrated last Thursday afternoon at the home of the bride's parents, Dr. and Mrs. D.F. Orr, at Big Stone Gap, Va., and was the culmination of a pretty romance which began over a year ago when Miss Orr was a patient in Gibson here.
The ceremony was said by Rev. G.C. Orr, of Morristown, Tenn., the bride's uncle, after which the happy couple left for a trip before returning to this city to reside.
Dr. Gibson is one of Madison County's foremost physicians and surgeons and enjoys a fine practice and is highly esteemed by a host of friends.
His bride is a most beautiful young woman and will receive a warm welcome from the friends of her husband. Dr. and Mrs. Gibson will reside at the Crutcher home on West Main street, which the groom recently purchased and has had remodeled and furnished.
The Climax joins with others in hearty congratulations and good wishes for the genial doctor and his bonny bride."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, April 17, 1912
"FINE CHICKENS
Dr. H.R. Gibson purchased last week a pen of white Plymouth Rock chickens from Mr. Coleman Neff, of this city, paying for same $40. Mr. Neff has made a number of sales during the spring and has realized handsome prices for his fowls."
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The Big Stone Gap Post
(Big Stone Gap, VA)
Wednesday, August 2, 1916
"The many friends of Dr. and Mrs. Hugh Gibson, of Richmond, Ky., will be interested to learn that Dr. Gibson is now under the care of a famous specialist in the new hospital at Albuquerque, N.M., and that Mrs. Gibson, formerly Miss Bernice Orr, of this place, is herself in splendid health, in spite of the devoted and unremitting care she has given the Dr. since his health failed some years ago."
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The Big Stone Gap Post
(Big Stone Gap, VA)
Wednesday, January 2, 1918
"DR. HUGH GIBSON DEAD
The sad news was received in the Gap lat week of the death of Dr. Hugh Gibson, of Richmond, KY., which occurred in a sanitorium in San Antonio, Texas, last Saturday week, after an illness of three years. his remains were brought back to Richmond, accompanied by his wife, who was formerly Miss Bernice Orr or the Gap, and his brother, Moss Gibson, and interred in the Richmond Cemetery on Christmas day.
Dr. and Mrs. D.F. Orr, parents of Mrs. Gibson, and Mrs. Guy Pugh of St. Paul, attended the funeral."
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Dr. Hugh Renfro Gibson and his brother, Dr. Wade Moss Gibson, founded the Gibson Hospital in Richmond, Madison Co.
Around 1897 Dr. Hugh Gibson bought the old Ezekiel Field homestead located on the north side of Main Street and the corner of Fifth Street, in Richmond Kentucky which became Gibson Hospital. In 1908 an addition of 10 more patients rooms were added.
A nephew of the two founders, Dr. Shelby Gibson Carr, inherited the Gibson Hospital in 1935. Three additions were made: 1944 a wing containing 20 patients rooms; 1946 another addition was made and a home for the nursing staff of the Gibson Hospital was built; and in 1955, a new surgical room was added. The Gibson Hospital was sold and demolished in September of 1968.
Information from Diane (#47664056)
Hugh's parents were:
Thomas Shelby Gibson (1828 - 1909)
Celina M. Gibson (1842 - 1888)
The date of Hugh's birth was shown as August 8, 1871, on his death certificate. He had lived 46 years, 4 months, & 14 days. His wife, Mrs. H.R. (Bernice) Gibson, was the informant on his death certificate.
Hugh & siblings:
Hugh Renfro Gibson 1867–1917
Amelia C Gibson 1869–1948
Wade Moss Gibson 1870–1935
Thomas Shelby Gibson Jr 1872–1935
Burgoyne Horberson Gibson 1875–1938
Robert Beatty Gibson 1879–1931
Hugh's half-siblings from his father's first marriage to Annie Jane Ball:
William G. Gibson 1851–1941
Martha Ann "Annie" Gibson 1853–1932
Mary Ruth (Mollie) Gibson 1856–1899
Charles Smith Gibson 1857–1928
Jane Elizabeth (Jennie) Gibson 1859–1920
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On June 16, 1880,
Hugh R., age 12 living in Rose Hill, Lee Co, VA with his parents, Thos. S. & Celina H. Gibson, ages 52 & 38. His father farmed to support the family.
Household Members
Thos. S. Gibson 52 (born in TN)
Celina H. Gibson 38 ( Celina & children born in VA)
Hugh R. Gibson 12
Amelia C. Gibson 11
Wade M. Gibson 9
Thomas S. Gibson 8
Burgoin H. Gibson 5
Robert B. Gibson 3
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Newspaper articles have helped provide a brief glimpse into his life.
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, July 31, 1889
"H.R. Gibson of Richmond, Ky., was in town several days last week viewing Pineville's beautiful scenery and seeking investments. - Pineville Messenger."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, August 28, 1889
"CLAVICLE EXTRACTED
Dr. H.R. Gibson of Red House, one day last week, called in Dr. J.M. Foster, of this place, and they extracted the collar bone of Cyrus Wells, son of William Wells, about twenty years. The bone was decaying from scrofula, and this extreme measure was necessary. The operation was performed by cutting the flesh on a line from the breast bone to the shoulder, and pulling out the two ends of the bone with powerful bone forceps.
The literature of this subject shows that the operation is a rare one. The only case reported from Kentucky is that performed by Dr. McCreery in 1811. The jugular vein and several important arteries pass immediately under the collar bone. ... Young Wells is progressing satisfactorily."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 2, 1889
"OFF FOR BELLEVUE
Dr. H.R. Gibson, of Red House, will leave for New Yoork, this week, where he will take a post-graduate course in medicine at Bellevue. Dr. Gibson came here from Virginia, something more than a year ago, and entered at once upon a good practice. He is a graduate of Vanderbilt, Nashville and proposes further perfecting himself. Upon his return he will locate in Richmond, having formed a partnership with Dr. Will Jennings."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, December 11, 1889
"RETURNED
Dr. H.R. Gibson, who has heretofore been located at Red House, returned last week from New York where he took a post-graduate course at Bellevue college. having formed a partnership with Dr. Will Jennings, before leaving, he is now at their office on Main street over Wallace & Rice's. We were told at Bellevue, while in New York, the other day that Dr. Gibson was making the most of his time, doing as much hard study and work as any man in the college."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, January 1, 1890
"Dr. H.R. Gibson performed a serious surgical operation in this place, last week, on Miss Cheek of Scott county. An incision was made down the back from the waits, and across the lower part of the hip. The extremity of the spine was amputated, and the remainder of the exposed bones scraped. Miss Cheek received sever injury from a fall eight years ago from which she has ever since suffered. The patient was under the influence of ether for ninety minutes.
Heretofore we have from time to time reported difficult and successful operations performed by others of our doctors. If there is anything in this line that can't be done by our local surgeons, it has yet to make its appearance."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, June 17, 1896
"Dr. Moss Gibson of Virginia visited his brother, Dr. H.R. Gibson, this place last week."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, July 15, 1896
"M'DOWELLIAN PROCESS
On Saturday, Dr. H.R. Gibson, assisted by Drs. Bales and Poyntz, operated at the Infirmary on Mrs. Lillie Baker, of Texas, for ovarian tumor. The case was made troublesome by lengthy adhesions and other complications, but was successful. Dr. Gibson, with these two assistants, has operated forty-four times successfully since January 1st."
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The Courier-Journal
(Louisville, KY)
Monday, August 1, 1896
"PRECAUTIONS TAKEN BY SURROUNDING COUNTIES
DR. M'CORMACK'S VIEWS
Because the official of Jackson county refused to take any action in regard to the small-pox, now prevalent there, the State Board of health issued a proclamation of quarantine in order to prevent the spread of the disease into neighboring counties. ...
Dr. McCormack visited Madison county last, and Saturday afternoon had a conference at Richmond with Dr. J.M Poyntz, Dr. H.R. Gibson, Dr. C.J. Bales, Dr. A.W. Struck, City Health Officer and County Attorney J.T. Cobb. As this city had had some experience with small-pox, the officials were ready to act promptly, in accord with Dr. McCormack's suggestions. Guards were put out Saturday night in order to stop any travel, as this is County Court day. ... "
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 28, 1896
"CALLED TO ESTILL.
Dr. H.R. Gibson has returned from Estill county, where he was called to administer to F.M. Collins for abscess of the liver. For the past two years Dr. Gibson has had a great many professional calls to that section."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, December 23, 1896
"Dr. H.R. Gibson was called to Virginia last week to attend his brother who is seriously ill."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, March 31, 1897
"SONS OF CONFEDERATES ORGANIZE
The first camp of Sons of Confederates Veterans in Kentucky was organized at the Court house in this city, on Saturday last. David R. Tevis was chosen Captain; Harry Blanton 1st Lieut.; Frank French Adjutant; Rev. Jasper K. Smith Champlain; Tom Collins Quartermaster; Dr. H.R. Gibson Surgeon. ... "
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, April 14, 1897
"Dr. Moss Gibson returned to Louisville Monday, after a pleasant stay with his brother, Dr. H.R. Gibson. In two months Moss will be a full-fledged M.D."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, April 5, 1899
"HONOR TO A RICHMOND PHYSICIAN.
On an outside page of today's Climax can be found a lengthy notice of the honor that has been conferred upon one of our best known physicians, Dr. H.R. Gibson, by the Board of Trustees and Faculty of the Philadelphia Medico-Chirurgical Society. The honor carries with it the privilege of pursuing, free, any course of study in the institution and implies the high standing of the recipient in his profession. The article will be read by the Doctor's friends with much pleasure."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 11, 1899
"Dr. H.R. Gibson returned on Sunday from Chicago where he attended the meeting of the Mississippi Valley Medical Association and took a course of surgery and medicine under the celebrated specialists, Dr.s Murphy, Senn, and Billings. Dr. Gibson was greatly pleased and benefited by his trip."
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On June 7, 1900,
Hugh R. Gibson, age 32, singe (born in VA in August 1857) was one of the boarders at the Malcolm Miller family Boarding House on Main Street in Richmond, Madison Co, KY.
Hugh was a Physician. His brother M. Moss Gibson, age 29, single (born in VA in Oct. 1860) also a Physician was living there.
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, August 15, 1900
"Dr. H.R. Gibson left Saturday night to visit his parents in Virginia."
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, August 7, 1901
"RICHMOND GOOD ENOUGH FOR HIM.
Dr. H.R. Gibson says that the item in the Lexington Democrat to the effect that he was looking for a location in the Bluegrass Capital, and which we copied in last leek's Climax, is wholly without foundation and originated in the fertile brain of some imaginative reporter. he says Richmond is good enough for him; that his practice has more than doubled in the past year, and that he is here to stay."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, September 4, 1901
"GOES TO EUROPE
Dr. H.R. Gibson will sail today (Wednesday) from New YHork, via the steamer Gera, of the North German Lloyd line, for Hamburg, Germany. From Hamburg he goes to Berlin where he will spend several weeks in the great hospitals of that great city, studying under the supervision of Dr. Zorne and other eminent specialists.
He will also visit the hospitals of Zurich, Switzerland, Paris, France and London, England,. He will also take several side trips to points of interest in Italy.
Dr. Gibson contemplates spending about a year abroad. He carried with him a number of nice letters to the ambassadors of Germany, France, and England, which will insure him all the attentions and courtesies that an American of Dr. Gibson's professional standing and ability may desire. During Dr. Gibson's absence his brother, Dr. M.M. Gibson, will look after his practice."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, January 1, 1902
"Dr. H.R. Gibson returned last week from Berlin, Germany, where he spent six months in the University perfecting himself in the art of surgery. he says he had a pleasant as well as a profitable trip abroad, but like all good Kentuckians is glad to get back to the best place on earth."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 22, 1902
"DISTRESSING AFFAIR
Dr. C.E. Poyntz Shot and Killed and John Siler Fatally Wounded at Paint Lick
One of the most distressing affairs that our community has ever been called on to suffer happene3d at pain Lick Monday evening, when Dr. C. Edwin Poyntz was shot and killed and John Siler, the proprietor of the Paint Lick Hotel, was fatally wounded. Word was received here of the unfortunate occurrence about seven o'clock. Dr. and Mrs. J.M. Poyntz and Dr. H.R. Gibson left immediately for that place, but long before they arrived it was known that young Dr. Poyntz' wounds wouod prove fatal. Everything possible was done for him, but without avail, and at five o[clock Tuesday morning he breathed his last. ... "
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, November 5, 1902
"ACCIDENT AT BARRELL FACTORY.
On last Wednesday afternoon Fred Devore, an employee at the barrel facotr factory was working about the hoop machine, when in some way he got his finger fastened. The member was so badly mashed that amputation was necessary. Dr. H.R. Gibson dressed the wound, taking the finger off at the second joint."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, January 27, 1904
"STRAYED
From Amos Willis' farm, on the Barnes Mill pike, a red, dehorned steer, weight about 500 pounds. Liberal reward will be paid for return of same to undersigned.
Dr. H.R. Gibson"
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 19, 1904
"Dr. H.R. Gibson is at the Worlds Fair."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, May 16, 1906
"News from Dr. H.R. Gibson, who is sojourning at Hot Springs is to the effect that he is regaining his health. This will be learned with pleasure by the hosts of friends of the genial doctor who wish for his speedy return to his accustomed place and duties."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, May 23, 1906
"It is a source of much genuine pleasure to his host of friends to have Dr. H.R. Gibson back home. After a protracted sojourn at Hot Springs, Ark., he has returned much improved in health. We trust that home and the breath of Kentucky air and the perfume of the flowers and blue grass will restore him to his former self, and that he may soon be able to mingle with his friends as of old."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, July 14, 1909
"Dr. Hugh Gibson has been in West Virginia a few days.."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, September 21, 1910
"FARM SOLD
Dr. H.R. Gibson sold Monday to Samuel Alcorn, of Rockcastle county, the farm of 140 acres situated near Kingston and known as the Barnett farm for $7,000. Possession will be given January 1st next. This is a well known arm and a fine tract of producing land."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, Ky)
Wednesday, January 31, 1912
"Much interest centers in the approaching marriage of Dr. Hugh R. Gibson, of this city and Miss Bernice Orr, of Big Stone Gap, Va., which will be quietly celebrated on February 8 at the home of the bride-to-be parents, Dr. and Mrs. D.F. Orr.
Dr. Gibson is too well known to our readers to need an introduction, having located in our midst when a young physician since which time he has attained wide prominence as a surgeon and physician. With his brothers, Drs. W.M. and Bird Gibson, he has a most lucrative practice. his gentlemanly bearing and polished manners have endeared him to a host of friends.
His bride-to-be is a beautiful girl of the blonde type and comes from a distinguished Southern family.
The happy couple will go to housekeeping in the Crutcher property on West main street, which the groom-to-be recently purchased and is having remodeled and beautifully furnished.
THE CLIMAS joins in with hosts of other friends in wishing everything good for them in their new relations."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, February 14, 1912
"GIBSON-ORR
The wedding of Dr. Hugh Gibson, of this city, and Miss Bernice Orr, of Big Stone Gap, Va., was celebrated last Thursday afternoon at the home of the bride's parents, Dr. and Mrs. D.F. Orr, at Big Stone Gap, Va., and was the culmination of a pretty romance which began over a year ago when Miss Orr was a patient in Gibson here.
The ceremony was said by Rev. G.C. Orr, of Morristown, Tenn., the bride's uncle, after which the happy couple left for a trip before returning to this city to reside.
Dr. Gibson is one of Madison County's foremost physicians and surgeons and enjoys a fine practice and is highly esteemed by a host of friends.
His bride is a most beautiful young woman and will receive a warm welcome from the friends of her husband. Dr. and Mrs. Gibson will reside at the Crutcher home on West Main street, which the groom recently purchased and has had remodeled and furnished.
The Climax joins with others in hearty congratulations and good wishes for the genial doctor and his bonny bride."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, April 17, 1912
"FINE CHICKENS
Dr. H.R. Gibson purchased last week a pen of white Plymouth Rock chickens from Mr. Coleman Neff, of this city, paying for same $40. Mr. Neff has made a number of sales during the spring and has realized handsome prices for his fowls."
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The Big Stone Gap Post
(Big Stone Gap, VA)
Wednesday, August 2, 1916
"The many friends of Dr. and Mrs. Hugh Gibson, of Richmond, Ky., will be interested to learn that Dr. Gibson is now under the care of a famous specialist in the new hospital at Albuquerque, N.M., and that Mrs. Gibson, formerly Miss Bernice Orr, of this place, is herself in splendid health, in spite of the devoted and unremitting care she has given the Dr. since his health failed some years ago."
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The Big Stone Gap Post
(Big Stone Gap, VA)
Wednesday, January 2, 1918
"DR. HUGH GIBSON DEAD
The sad news was received in the Gap lat week of the death of Dr. Hugh Gibson, of Richmond, KY., which occurred in a sanitorium in San Antonio, Texas, last Saturday week, after an illness of three years. his remains were brought back to Richmond, accompanied by his wife, who was formerly Miss Bernice Orr or the Gap, and his brother, Moss Gibson, and interred in the Richmond Cemetery on Christmas day.
Dr. and Mrs. D.F. Orr, parents of Mrs. Gibson, and Mrs. Guy Pugh of St. Paul, attended the funeral."
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Dr. Hugh Renfro Gibson and his brother, Dr. Wade Moss Gibson, founded the Gibson Hospital in Richmond, Madison Co.
Around 1897 Dr. Hugh Gibson bought the old Ezekiel Field homestead located on the north side of Main Street and the corner of Fifth Street, in Richmond Kentucky which became Gibson Hospital. In 1908 an addition of 10 more patients rooms were added.
A nephew of the two founders, Dr. Shelby Gibson Carr, inherited the Gibson Hospital in 1935. Three additions were made: 1944 a wing containing 20 patients rooms; 1946 another addition was made and a home for the nursing staff of the Gibson Hospital was built; and in 1955, a new surgical room was added. The Gibson Hospital was sold and demolished in September of 1968.
Information from Diane (#47664056)
Thomas Shelby Gibson (1828 - 1909)
Celina M. Gibson (1842 - 1888)
The date of Hugh's birth was shown as August 8, 1871, on his death certificate. He had lived 46 years, 4 months, & 14 days. His wife, Mrs. H.R. (Bernice) Gibson, was the informant on his death certificate.
Hugh & siblings:
Hugh Renfro Gibson 1867–1917
Amelia C Gibson 1869–1948
Wade Moss Gibson 1870–1935
Thomas Shelby Gibson Jr 1872–1935
Burgoyne Horberson Gibson 1875–1938
Robert Beatty Gibson 1879–1931
Hugh's half-siblings from his father's first marriage to Annie Jane Ball:
William G. Gibson 1851–1941
Martha Ann "Annie" Gibson 1853–1932
Mary Ruth (Mollie) Gibson 1856–1899
Charles Smith Gibson 1857–1928
Jane Elizabeth (Jennie) Gibson 1859–1920
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On June 16, 1880,
Hugh R., age 12 living in Rose Hill, Lee Co, VA with his parents, Thos. S. & Celina H. Gibson, ages 52 & 38. His father farmed to support the family.
Household Members
Thos. S. Gibson 52 (born in TN)
Celina H. Gibson 38 ( Celina & children born in VA)
Hugh R. Gibson 12
Amelia C. Gibson 11
Wade M. Gibson 9
Thomas S. Gibson 8
Burgoin H. Gibson 5
Robert B. Gibson 3
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Newspaper articles have helped provide a brief glimpse into his life.
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, July 31, 1889
"H.R. Gibson of Richmond, Ky., was in town several days last week viewing Pineville's beautiful scenery and seeking investments. - Pineville Messenger."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, August 28, 1889
"CLAVICLE EXTRACTED
Dr. H.R. Gibson of Red House, one day last week, called in Dr. J.M. Foster, of this place, and they extracted the collar bone of Cyrus Wells, son of William Wells, about twenty years. The bone was decaying from scrofula, and this extreme measure was necessary. The operation was performed by cutting the flesh on a line from the breast bone to the shoulder, and pulling out the two ends of the bone with powerful bone forceps.
The literature of this subject shows that the operation is a rare one. The only case reported from Kentucky is that performed by Dr. McCreery in 1811. The jugular vein and several important arteries pass immediately under the collar bone. ... Young Wells is progressing satisfactorily."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 2, 1889
"OFF FOR BELLEVUE
Dr. H.R. Gibson, of Red House, will leave for New Yoork, this week, where he will take a post-graduate course in medicine at Bellevue. Dr. Gibson came here from Virginia, something more than a year ago, and entered at once upon a good practice. He is a graduate of Vanderbilt, Nashville and proposes further perfecting himself. Upon his return he will locate in Richmond, having formed a partnership with Dr. Will Jennings."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, December 11, 1889
"RETURNED
Dr. H.R. Gibson, who has heretofore been located at Red House, returned last week from New York where he took a post-graduate course at Bellevue college. having formed a partnership with Dr. Will Jennings, before leaving, he is now at their office on Main street over Wallace & Rice's. We were told at Bellevue, while in New York, the other day that Dr. Gibson was making the most of his time, doing as much hard study and work as any man in the college."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, January 1, 1890
"Dr. H.R. Gibson performed a serious surgical operation in this place, last week, on Miss Cheek of Scott county. An incision was made down the back from the waits, and across the lower part of the hip. The extremity of the spine was amputated, and the remainder of the exposed bones scraped. Miss Cheek received sever injury from a fall eight years ago from which she has ever since suffered. The patient was under the influence of ether for ninety minutes.
Heretofore we have from time to time reported difficult and successful operations performed by others of our doctors. If there is anything in this line that can't be done by our local surgeons, it has yet to make its appearance."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, June 17, 1896
"Dr. Moss Gibson of Virginia visited his brother, Dr. H.R. Gibson, this place last week."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, July 15, 1896
"M'DOWELLIAN PROCESS
On Saturday, Dr. H.R. Gibson, assisted by Drs. Bales and Poyntz, operated at the Infirmary on Mrs. Lillie Baker, of Texas, for ovarian tumor. The case was made troublesome by lengthy adhesions and other complications, but was successful. Dr. Gibson, with these two assistants, has operated forty-four times successfully since January 1st."
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The Courier-Journal
(Louisville, KY)
Monday, August 1, 1896
"PRECAUTIONS TAKEN BY SURROUNDING COUNTIES
DR. M'CORMACK'S VIEWS
Because the official of Jackson county refused to take any action in regard to the small-pox, now prevalent there, the State Board of health issued a proclamation of quarantine in order to prevent the spread of the disease into neighboring counties. ...
Dr. McCormack visited Madison county last, and Saturday afternoon had a conference at Richmond with Dr. J.M Poyntz, Dr. H.R. Gibson, Dr. C.J. Bales, Dr. A.W. Struck, City Health Officer and County Attorney J.T. Cobb. As this city had had some experience with small-pox, the officials were ready to act promptly, in accord with Dr. McCormack's suggestions. Guards were put out Saturday night in order to stop any travel, as this is County Court day. ... "
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 28, 1896
"CALLED TO ESTILL.
Dr. H.R. Gibson has returned from Estill county, where he was called to administer to F.M. Collins for abscess of the liver. For the past two years Dr. Gibson has had a great many professional calls to that section."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, December 23, 1896
"Dr. H.R. Gibson was called to Virginia last week to attend his brother who is seriously ill."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, March 31, 1897
"SONS OF CONFEDERATES ORGANIZE
The first camp of Sons of Confederates Veterans in Kentucky was organized at the Court house in this city, on Saturday last. David R. Tevis was chosen Captain; Harry Blanton 1st Lieut.; Frank French Adjutant; Rev. Jasper K. Smith Champlain; Tom Collins Quartermaster; Dr. H.R. Gibson Surgeon. ... "
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, April 14, 1897
"Dr. Moss Gibson returned to Louisville Monday, after a pleasant stay with his brother, Dr. H.R. Gibson. In two months Moss will be a full-fledged M.D."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, April 5, 1899
"HONOR TO A RICHMOND PHYSICIAN.
On an outside page of today's Climax can be found a lengthy notice of the honor that has been conferred upon one of our best known physicians, Dr. H.R. Gibson, by the Board of Trustees and Faculty of the Philadelphia Medico-Chirurgical Society. The honor carries with it the privilege of pursuing, free, any course of study in the institution and implies the high standing of the recipient in his profession. The article will be read by the Doctor's friends with much pleasure."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 11, 1899
"Dr. H.R. Gibson returned on Sunday from Chicago where he attended the meeting of the Mississippi Valley Medical Association and took a course of surgery and medicine under the celebrated specialists, Dr.s Murphy, Senn, and Billings. Dr. Gibson was greatly pleased and benefited by his trip."
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On June 7, 1900,
Hugh R. Gibson, age 32, singe (born in VA in August 1857) was one of the boarders at the Malcolm Miller family Boarding House on Main Street in Richmond, Madison Co, KY.
Hugh was a Physician. His brother M. Moss Gibson, age 29, single (born in VA in Oct. 1860) also a Physician was living there.
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, August 15, 1900
"Dr. H.R. Gibson left Saturday night to visit his parents in Virginia."
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, August 7, 1901
"RICHMOND GOOD ENOUGH FOR HIM.
Dr. H.R. Gibson says that the item in the Lexington Democrat to the effect that he was looking for a location in the Bluegrass Capital, and which we copied in last leek's Climax, is wholly without foundation and originated in the fertile brain of some imaginative reporter. he says Richmond is good enough for him; that his practice has more than doubled in the past year, and that he is here to stay."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, September 4, 1901
"GOES TO EUROPE
Dr. H.R. Gibson will sail today (Wednesday) from New YHork, via the steamer Gera, of the North German Lloyd line, for Hamburg, Germany. From Hamburg he goes to Berlin where he will spend several weeks in the great hospitals of that great city, studying under the supervision of Dr. Zorne and other eminent specialists.
He will also visit the hospitals of Zurich, Switzerland, Paris, France and London, England,. He will also take several side trips to points of interest in Italy.
Dr. Gibson contemplates spending about a year abroad. He carried with him a number of nice letters to the ambassadors of Germany, France, and England, which will insure him all the attentions and courtesies that an American of Dr. Gibson's professional standing and ability may desire. During Dr. Gibson's absence his brother, Dr. M.M. Gibson, will look after his practice."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, January 1, 1902
"Dr. H.R. Gibson returned last week from Berlin, Germany, where he spent six months in the University perfecting himself in the art of surgery. he says he had a pleasant as well as a profitable trip abroad, but like all good Kentuckians is glad to get back to the best place on earth."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 22, 1902
"DISTRESSING AFFAIR
Dr. C.E. Poyntz Shot and Killed and John Siler Fatally Wounded at Paint Lick
One of the most distressing affairs that our community has ever been called on to suffer happene3d at pain Lick Monday evening, when Dr. C. Edwin Poyntz was shot and killed and John Siler, the proprietor of the Paint Lick Hotel, was fatally wounded. Word was received here of the unfortunate occurrence about seven o'clock. Dr. and Mrs. J.M. Poyntz and Dr. H.R. Gibson left immediately for that place, but long before they arrived it was known that young Dr. Poyntz' wounds wouod prove fatal. Everything possible was done for him, but without avail, and at five o[clock Tuesday morning he breathed his last. ... "
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, November 5, 1902
"ACCIDENT AT BARRELL FACTORY.
On last Wednesday afternoon Fred Devore, an employee at the barrel facotr factory was working about the hoop machine, when in some way he got his finger fastened. The member was so badly mashed that amputation was necessary. Dr. H.R. Gibson dressed the wound, taking the finger off at the second joint."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, January 27, 1904
"STRAYED
From Amos Willis' farm, on the Barnes Mill pike, a red, dehorned steer, weight about 500 pounds. Liberal reward will be paid for return of same to undersigned.
Dr. H.R. Gibson"
The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, October 19, 1904
"Dr. H.R. Gibson is at the Worlds Fair."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, May 16, 1906
"News from Dr. H.R. Gibson, who is sojourning at Hot Springs is to the effect that he is regaining his health. This will be learned with pleasure by the hosts of friends of the genial doctor who wish for his speedy return to his accustomed place and duties."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, May 23, 1906
"It is a source of much genuine pleasure to his host of friends to have Dr. H.R. Gibson back home. After a protracted sojourn at Hot Springs, Ark., he has returned much improved in health. We trust that home and the breath of Kentucky air and the perfume of the flowers and blue grass will restore him to his former self, and that he may soon be able to mingle with his friends as of old."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, July 14, 1909
"Dr. Hugh Gibson has been in West Virginia a few days.."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, September 21, 1910
"FARM SOLD
Dr. H.R. Gibson sold Monday to Samuel Alcorn, of Rockcastle county, the farm of 140 acres situated near Kingston and known as the Barnett farm for $7,000. Possession will be given January 1st next. This is a well known arm and a fine tract of producing land."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, Ky)
Wednesday, January 31, 1912
"Much interest centers in the approaching marriage of Dr. Hugh R. Gibson, of this city and Miss Bernice Orr, of Big Stone Gap, Va., which will be quietly celebrated on February 8 at the home of the bride-to-be parents, Dr. and Mrs. D.F. Orr.
Dr. Gibson is too well known to our readers to need an introduction, having located in our midst when a young physician since which time he has attained wide prominence as a surgeon and physician. With his brothers, Drs. W.M. and Bird Gibson, he has a most lucrative practice. his gentlemanly bearing and polished manners have endeared him to a host of friends.
His bride-to-be is a beautiful girl of the blonde type and comes from a distinguished Southern family.
The happy couple will go to housekeeping in the Crutcher property on West main street, which the groom-to-be recently purchased and is having remodeled and beautifully furnished.
THE CLIMAS joins in with hosts of other friends in wishing everything good for them in their new relations."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, February 14, 1912
"GIBSON-ORR
The wedding of Dr. Hugh Gibson, of this city, and Miss Bernice Orr, of Big Stone Gap, Va., was celebrated last Thursday afternoon at the home of the bride's parents, Dr. and Mrs. D.F. Orr, at Big Stone Gap, Va., and was the culmination of a pretty romance which began over a year ago when Miss Orr was a patient in Gibson here.
The ceremony was said by Rev. G.C. Orr, of Morristown, Tenn., the bride's uncle, after which the happy couple left for a trip before returning to this city to reside.
Dr. Gibson is one of Madison County's foremost physicians and surgeons and enjoys a fine practice and is highly esteemed by a host of friends.
His bride is a most beautiful young woman and will receive a warm welcome from the friends of her husband. Dr. and Mrs. Gibson will reside at the Crutcher home on West Main street, which the groom recently purchased and has had remodeled and furnished.
The Climax joins with others in hearty congratulations and good wishes for the genial doctor and his bonny bride."
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The Richmond Climax
(Richmond, KY)
Wednesday, April 17, 1912
"FINE CHICKENS
Dr. H.R. Gibson purchased last week a pen of white Plymouth Rock chickens from Mr. Coleman Neff, of this city, paying for same $40. Mr. Neff has made a number of sales during the spring and has realized handsome prices for his fowls."
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The Big Stone Gap Post
(Big Stone Gap, VA)
Wednesday, August 2, 1916
"The many friends of Dr. and Mrs. Hugh Gibson, of Richmond, Ky., will be interested to learn that Dr. Gibson is now under the care of a famous specialist in the new hospital at Albuquerque, N.M., and that Mrs. Gibson, formerly Miss Bernice Orr, of this place, is herself in splendid health, in spite of the devoted and unremitting care she has given the Dr. since his health failed some years ago."
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The Big Stone Gap Post
(Big Stone Gap, VA)
Wednesday, January 2, 1918
"DR. HUGH GIBSON DEAD
The sad news was received in the Gap lat week of the death of Dr. Hugh Gibson, of Richmond, KY., which occurred in a sanitorium in San Antonio, Texas, last Saturday week, after an illness of three years. his remains were brought back to Richmond, accompanied by his wife, who was formerly Miss Bernice Orr or the Gap, and his brother, Moss Gibson, and interred in the Richmond Cemetery on Christmas day.
Dr. and Mrs. D.F. Orr, parents of Mrs. Gibson, and Mrs. Guy Pugh of St. Paul, attended the funeral."
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Dr. Hugh Renfro Gibson and his brother, Dr. Wade Moss Gibson, founded the Gibson Hospital in Richmond, Madison Co.
Around 1897 Dr. Hugh Gibson bought the old Ezekiel Field homestead located on the north side of Main Street and the corner of Fifth Street, in Richmond Kentucky which became Gibson Hospital. In 1908 an addition of 10 more patients rooms were added.
A nephew of the two founders, Dr. Shelby Gibson Carr, inherited the Gibson Hospital in 1935. Three additions were made: 1944 a wing containing 20 patients rooms; 1946 another addition was made and a home for the nursing staff of the Gibson Hospital was built; and in 1955, a new surgical room was added. The Gibson Hospital was sold and demolished in September of 1968.
Information from Diane (#47664056)
