Mary's Reputation

[Deb@Library]

It certainly seems that Jason Emerson did not like the Beidler book! That's okay as I am trying to separate fact from fiction and reading each with a critical eye. No way implying that Mrs. L. was an opium fiend but there does seem to be a meeting of many minds on ML using chloral hydrate and laudenum (Baker, Clinton, sister Elizabeth, letters to doctors) and that her migraines plagued her throughout her life. Really good questions raised in an early reply by L Verge with regard to her caring for Tad, whether or not her sister Elizabeth and husband could have been oblivious to drug use, so I do appreciate that insight. Just trying to wade through all the material to present a balanced perspective. I know I will get questions at the end of the presentation, so I'd like to be as informed as possible.