The following letter was sent to N. W. Harris, Esq., 183 Dearborn Street, City, by B. J. Wertheimer, Secretary or the U.H.C.-

"In response to your inquiry as to the expenses of the Michael Reese Hospital for the year, I beg to state that the total amount was $49,876.11, of which $35,081.92 was for running expenses and $14,794.19 was for permanent improvements."