This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: BobNY Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newyork.counties.kings/15624.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: In 1885, Kings County Farm was established by Brooklyn officials on 870 acres that adjoined the Muhlenberg tract in St. Johnland, Suffolk County. The facility provided care for the poor and mentally ill. In 1891, the railroad changed the name of its station from St. Johnland to Kings Park because of the Brooklyn connection. In 1895, Dr. Oliver Dewing waged a successful campaign to have the Kings County Farm converted into a state hospital for the mentally ill. It would become Long Island's first such facility. http://www.opacity.us/site3_kings_park_psychiatric_center.htm Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.