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Ideas & Idiosyncrasies: The idea for "The Unfinished Room," came from a local hospital. One night, Wright was with family at an area hospital and stepped outside. From the sidewalk below, there was a room visible that was completely empty. This mysteriously vacant room on an upper floor was surrounded by crowded offices.	Our history is as rich and noble as our reputation. Our facility opened in 1901 and has sustained its reputation through an entire century. Many changes have occurred in medicine and to our hospital in our one hundred years of operation. Our regard for our patients has not. We still balance the delicate mix of concern and professionalism when it comes to patients' care. More about our history: Our hospital has always been owned and operated by the Dixon family. William Dixon began with a dream. As the true patriarch of the facility, he proved that a distinguished and well-funded mental facility could help banish the rumors and stigmas surrounding the once primitive state of psychology. Blue hills provided the region a fine example of the success between science and psychology. After his demise, his son Trevor assumed the role of caretaker to the fine institution. In 1951, the hospital began a transition to a regular medical hospital. Trevor was able to both convert the lower levels to a medical facility, and utilize the third floor for the dwindling population of those needing psychological hospitalization. Today, the hospital is one of the few remaining privately owned facilities in the Southeastern United States. We carry on the noble traditions established by our forefathers. Come visit our historic foyer and see where tradition meets technology. Consult with the finest physicians and specialists in the state. We are here to meet all your needs.
Exerpts Taken from, "The Appalachain Reader," unless noted. All parts used with permission. Researched Articles Fourd On Blue Hills Memorial: A Spider Caught In The Web The Spider Dies Obituary: Annabel Margaret Rose Hillbilly Killer Strikes Again Nurses To Pay Hospital To Close? Resident Tragedy Officially Labeled "Suicide" A Phoenix from the Ashes

	September 12, 1925 A Spider Caught In the Web Henry Falen Convicted The courtroom was a rush of whispers and gasps when Henry Falen was convicted yesterday. His family attended, although refused to issue a statement to reporters after the verdict had been delivered. Henry was apprehended in June, he was captured trying to flee the scene of his latest murder. Mr. and Mrs. Davis Hollingsworth were returning home after an evening out and Falen was hid in the shrubbery next to their front door. Authorities have stated that Falen first attacked Mr. Hollingsworth and then turned to his wife. When he finished with them both, he fled on foot. His mother, Jane Falen, alerted the authorities earlier in the evening. She had begun to suspect Henry. Henry Falen was a private in Europe during the First World War His family clams he never fully recovered from the terrors of the battlefield and frequently suffered bouts of paranoia and intense fear. Falen told authorities when captured that he had killed at least forty people, but couldn't prove his claim. Authorities could only link him with fifteen. He gave them the names of forty people, however many can't be located. Authorities are questioning if he had actually named real people or the products of his disturbed mind. Falen, a.k.a. the "Spider," is now institutionalized at Blue Hills. It is unclear if he will be executed or if he will spend the rest of his life inside the mental hospital. He returned home a hero with no dishonorable or negative remark about his service from superiors. However, an investigation is ongoing. Several troops from Falen's platoon died under seemingly ordinary circumstances, but now it is unknown if enemy fire brought them down, or an extremely disturbed fellow soldier. The honorable Judge Harvey Reece almost refused to preside over the trial. Judge Reece called the crimes, "repulsive," and the Spider, "a man in need of punishment." More information will be available as soon as it's released.   Return To Top
	December 9, 1927 The Spider Dies Henry V. Falen, convicted murderer, was found dead in his room yesterday morning. He apparently died from a self-inflicted blow to the head when he was supposed to be sleeping. The Falen family is resigned and will not comment on the death of their son. The once distinguished Dr. Vincent Falen refused to comment. The "Spider," as he was once called, has paid the ultimate price for his crimes.     Return To Top
	July 21, 1949 Obituary: Annabel Margaret Rose Miss Annabel Rose was a staff at the Blue Hills Memorial Mental Hospital. Although she had only been a nurse for a year, patients from far and wide have returned to express their sympathy and respect. Annabel passed away on the 17th while with a patient. Details are not available at this time, however we will keep our readers posted on the investigation into her demise. Arrangements are made with Wilson, Inc. The funeral home is open to accept flowers at any time between now and the 23rd. The family will be receiving visitors tomorrow night and will hold an all-night vigil to commemorate their daughter's passing. Her funeral is at noon on the 23rd. The family has requested that donations be made in lieu of flowers to construct a memorial in honor of Annabel.     Return To Top
	July 19, 1949 The "Hillbilly Killer" Caught But Doesn't Stop  Earnest Lee Takes another Life in Hospital   Officials were waiting for the psychological results from convicted killer Earnest Lee when he unleashed his brutality once again. Lee, who was waiting on a sentence pending the results of his stay at Blue Hills, attacked a young nurse two days ago and proved he remains a bloodthirsty maniac. Lee has been known to have psychological problems, during his trial, he erupted in screams because he claimed members of the jury were, "working with them." He failed to elaborate who he was frightened of. It was suspected he suffered from paranoia when Lee was admitted. However this new crime has made authorities question the possibility that he can be rehabilitated in any way, even with the most intensive mental treatments. Miss Annabel Rose was delivering Lee's medication when she was attacked. Lee boasted about the extended duration of her suffering and declared anyone else attempting to trick him would receive the same treatment. Authorities estimated Annabel suffered 4 hours of torture at the hands of Lee. The city is outraged that such a length of time passed before anyone decided to check on the young, inexperienced nurse. Blue Hills has been in operation for decades, but it seems their reputation is floundering. The negligence of the staff is absurd and the entire facility should be placed under scrutiny as they ushered Annabel to her death. Blue Hills is no longer the fine establishment it once claimed to be. It is a place of ignorance and thoughtless practice. How could any individual willingly take a loved one to such an establishment when not even the staff is safe from dangerous patients?     Return To Top
	1 Nurses to Pay For Actions Five nurses who had been on duty when Annabel Rose died have been suspended from the hospital. While several had worked there since the time of the "Spider," their seniority held little merit in the board room. They were found guilty of negligence and have lost their jobs. It is little reward to those who lost Annabel, but a step in the right direction for Blue Hills. While it seems criminal charges can't be brought against the hospital, it is wonderful to know the Dixon family is concerned enough to get rid of those who cause danger to other staff and other patients.   Return To Top
	March 3, 1950 Hospital to Close? Rumors have started that Blue Hills will close its doors by the middle of this decade. The controversy with the Annabel Rose tragedy last year brought much of the institution's questionable policies to light and pushed public scrutiny onto the Dixon family. Representatives say these claims are just rumors and have no legitimacy. They claim while the hospital may have a checkered past with some members of the community, it is still a worthy facility and has assisted more patients in the region than any other hospital. The attorneys for the Dixon family were quick to note that the mental hospital is in for some major changes during the next decade. Primarily, they intend to address previous mistakes and ensure they never occur again. Attorneys hinted that the hospital may no longer be so heavily associated with the fields of psychology and psychiatry once these changes are incorporated. Their statements vague, however positive. We await these "drastic changes," and hope no other incidents occur to warrant negative attention.   Return To Top
	March 7, 1957 Resident Tragedy Officially Labeled "Suicide"   Blue Hills Memorial has yet again been involved in a tragedy. There was much discussion of criminal charges after the brutal death of Miss Annabel Rose, however none were officially made. Now the facility has yet another terrible incident to deal with and while the circumstances differ, it is the same institution we have came to understand. Roger Bentley Faust, a promising resident at Blue Hills Memorial, committed suicide on March 5, 1957. His actions brought the entire Faust family into shock and his fellow co-workers are equally horrified. Dr. Trevor Dixon discovered Faust's body and attempted to resuscitate the young resident with no avail. Detectives had been suspicious of the bruising and discoloration on Faust's body. However, after careful reconstruction of the scene, attribute it to injuries sustained from throwing himself across a stairwell rail. From all evidences, this was an action Faust deliberately performed. After witnesses and staff had been questioned, it seems Faust was concerned that no others be present on the third floor. He claimed he wanted to confront Dr. Dixon. The senior doctor, Dixon, was not in his office as Faust seemed to believe. He had been with patients on the second floor when Faust's body was discovered. Dr. Dixon reported treating Faust for depression for the past six months. Even with knowing Faust's instability, Dixon was overwhelmed with grief by his passing. We are all mourning such a tragic end to a promising doctor. Dr. Faust will be sorely missed.     Return To Top
	The Business Quarterly January 9, 1965   A Phoenix from the Ashes   Blue Hills Memorial has risen from the ashes of its former failures. The transition from a mental hospital to a medical facility was complete in 1961. The following success has been legendary for investors, directors, and everyone with professional involvement in the hospital. According to accountants the hospital's profits have tripled within the past few years. Patient satisfaction is phenomenal and the staff is reaping the rewards of large bonuses and excellent pay. There has not been a single incident of violence or tragedy so far this decade, quite a feat for the infamy that used to follow Blue Hill's name. In celebration for the hospital's drastic improvements, the architectural firm of Jay and Wilkin is to oversee a major expansion. Details are sketchy at this point, however it is rumored the hospital will have two new floors and more room will be added to the emergency room area. It is also rumored that the hospital will be closed for three months to complete all construction and renovations. This is a safety measure to protect patients from exposure to construction materials which may be hazardous. The Dixon family has much to celebrate and have created special bonus funds to carry staff through the three months when the hospital will close. We are all pleased that a locally-owned medical facility can still see such success despite the growing popularity of more "corporate franchise" hospitals. We hope that Blue Hills continues to be the picture of prosperity it has become.       Return To Top

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