Letter from Alexander Hoff to Professor Alden March, from U.S. Hospital Steamer "Chas. McDougall", Louisville, Ky., 1864 January 6
Scope and Contents
Discusses use of mercurials, especially calomel, and antimony in the Army. Also talks about scurvy and use of quinine for Intermittent Fevers. Concludes that knowledge of pathology and pharmacology is so small only pragmatism can help toward a rational medical doctrine. Addresses Dr. March as "President of U. S. Medical Association." Says fighting has died down due to cold weather. Expresses hope that he will be transferred east after almost three years on the Mississippi. Discussion of travels and talks with Surgeon General Hammond.
Dates
- 1864 January 6
Extent
From the Collection: 0.21 Linear Feet (1 box)
Language of Materials
Collection materials primarily in English
Restrictions
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Scope and Contents
Discusses use of mercurials, especially calomel, and antimony in the Army. Also talks about scurvy and use of quinine for Intermittent Fevers. Concludes that knowledge of pathology and pharmacology is so small only pragmatism can help toward a rational medical doctrine. Addresses Dr. March as "President of U. S. Medical Association." Says fighting has died down due to cold weather. Expresses hope that he will be transferred east after almost three years on the Mississippi. Discussion of travels and talks with Surgeon General Hammond.
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