Vernon G. Haas v. Dr. Winfred Overholser, Superintendent, St. Elizabeths Hospital

PRETTYMAN, Circuit Judge.

Haas was employed as an attendant at St. Elizabeths Hospital. December 8, 1949, he was notified in writing that he had been reported for mistreating a patient and that if the charges were found to be correct he might be separated from the Hospital. He was directed to submit a written explanation within five days and to appear before the Board of Review at a named hour and day. December 20, 1949, he was advised in writing that his explanation was not satisfactory. 1 He was also advised he had a right to appeal his removal under Agency grievance procedure within ten…