The new methods of cure at the hot mineral springs of Bath : with especial reference to the Nauheim system as practised at the baths of Bath / by Henry William Freeman.

  • Freeman, Henry William, 1842-1897.
Date:
1897
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Credit: The new methods of cure at the hot mineral springs of Bath : with especial reference to the Nauheim system as practised at the baths of Bath / by Henry William Freeman. Source: Wellcome Collection.

Provider: This material has been provided by University of Bristol Library. The original may be consulted at University of Bristol Library.

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    oaths ; Aix Massage douching in connection with the flowing Nauheim Thermalbad ; the drinking of very- hot mineral water at the Hetling Pump Room at a raised temperature of 150, in order to increase the potentiality of the natural mineral water; and a speciality of the new system has been the introduction of the gaseous currents within and without the Nauheim system of bathing. The new Kursaal, with its outer Promenade and the adjacent terraces opening upon the great Roman rectangular Bath, will prove a striking feature in connection with our bathing system, and will supply a much and long felt want. Bath being essentially a winter resort, all the annexes of the bathing establishment should be warmed, under cover, luxurious and attractive to meet all the demands of the bather during his process of cure. This new building will form a general rendezvous for all water patients. The Promenade will serve as an exercising terrace for the patients, and there will be found opening from the corridor Smoking Rooms, Reading Rooms, and Indies' Rooms. Music will be a leading attraction, and the noble Con- cert Hall will be welcomed and appreciated by our water guests. The large room is 71 feet long, 39 feet wide, and 53 feet high to the dome ; this length is exclusive of the gallery for the band which extends over the northern corridor. The hall will seat comfortably 500 people. The terrace overlooking the Roman Bath is 110 feet long and 12^ feet wide, while the Corridor is 108 feet long. The present Grand Pump Room will be absolutely reserved as a Trinkhalle for water drinkers, and its area will be used in inclement weather for exercise after drinking the thermal water, as a very desirable addendum to the treatment ; it will also form an accessory for cooling after bathing at the Queen's. The basement of the Kursaal has been