Trappe had a goodly supply of doctors early on and
well into the 20th century. Dr. Samuel T. Kemp
practiced as early as 1826 and as late as 1856.
Farming was dangerous; accidents and illness were
frequent, so the local doctors were kept busy. But in
the days before telephones, finding the doctor was
another matter. In this case, there was a medical
emergency and someone on horseback was sent with a
note:
Dr. Sir Will you please
send Doctor Kemp down to see me immediately if you
go to the Trappe this morning- if you do not go
will you send for Levin for me, I will esteem the
favor - My sons are now at Easton. yours most
respectfully
G. Tarbutt
[and written on the reverse of the note]
Dr Sir Capt Worrell will
please to be so kind as to send one of his hands
for the Doctr as our Boys are not at home today and
Mr T is in a very Dangerous situation
yours in haste
respecful.y L L T.
Capt. P. Stevens
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