Subject: Ophthalmology

This is the second edition of a treatise on ophthalmology by W. Lawrence, FRS, published by Blanchard and Lea in Philadelphia in 1854. The book contains 243 illustrations by Dr. Isaac Hays, surgeon at Wills Hospital, and comprises 948 pages, along with a 32-page advertising section. The book is bound in full leather.

Handwritten letter from Wilmer Worthington of West Chester, Pennsylvania, to Philadelphia ophthalmologist Isaac Hays, M.D., dated June 10, 1850. The letter discusses Worthington's daughter Kate's eye condition, which has recurred despite previous treatment with nitrate of silver and citrine ointment. Worthington requests that Dr. Hays examine Kate's eyes during her family's visit to Philadelphia. The letter highlights the difficulty in protecting Kate's eyes from sunlight. Isaac Hays (1796-1879) was a prominent Philadelphia ophthalmologist, son of Samuel Hays and Richea Gratz, and a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine (1818).

This is Volume VI of *The American Journal of the Medical Sciences*, published in 1830. The journal contains articles on various medical topics by leading physicians of the time. Isaac Hays, a prominent ophthalmologist, was involved in the journal's publication. Hays was one of the founders of the American Medical Association and the Franklin Institute, and president of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia.

This is Volume X of *The American Journal of the Medical Sciences*, published in 1832. The journal contains articles and contributions from leading physicians of the time. The volume includes a contribution by Isaac Hays, a prominent ophthalmologist, one of the founders of the American Medical Association, and author of its code of ethics. Hays was also a founder of the Franklin Institute and president of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia. He was the son of Samuel Hays and the father of Israel I. Hays, MD.

Volume XI of *The American Journal of the Medical Sciences*. Published in 1832. This volume contains contributions from Isaac Hays, a leading ophthalmologist, founder of the American Medical Association, and writer of its code of ethics. Hays was also a founder of the Franklin Institute and president of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia. The journal's content reflects the state of medical knowledge in the United States during the early 19th century. The description also notes a connection to M.I. (likely a person or institution, needing further clarification).

This is Volume XIII of *The American Journal of the Medical Sciences*, published in 1833. The journal contains articles and research on various medical topics. This particular volume includes contributions from Isaac Hays, a leading ophthalmologist, one of the founders of the American Medical Association, and a key figure in the Franklin Institute and the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia.

Volume XIV of *The American Journal of the Medical Sciences*. Published in 1834. This volume contains contributions from Isaac Hays, a leading ophthalmologist, founder of the American Medical Association, and writer of its code of ethics. Hays was also a founder of the Franklin Institute and President of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia. The journal includes biographical information about Hays, noting his marriage to Sara Minis of Savannah and his parentage (son of Samuel Hays, father of Israel I. Hays, MD).

This volume of *The American Journal of the Medical Sciences*, Vol. XV, published in 1834, contains articles and contributions from leading medical professionals of the time. A significant portion of the journal likely focuses on ophthalmology, given the biographical information regarding Isaac Hays's expertise in that field. The journal reflects the state of medical knowledge and practice in the United States during the 1830s.

Volume XVI of *The American Journal of the Medical Sciences*, published in 1835. This volume contains contributions from Isaac Hays, a leading ophthalmologist, one of the founders of the American Medical Association (for which he wrote the code of ethics), a founder of the Franklin Institute, and president of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia. The journal also notes that Hays was the son of Samuel Hays and the father of Israel I. Hays, MD. A connection to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is also mentioned.

This trade card advertises Julius Lando Optical, located at 419 East Water Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The front of the card is a fine lithograph with an illustration of a bird. The text above and below the image reads 'Eyes, Spectacles & Binoculars.' The back of the card provides additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises Mr. S. Levy's treatment for inflamed eyes. The card is a plain, rectangular format measuring approximately 4" x 2 1/2". The front of the card features printed text explaining the treatment. The back of the card is blank. The address, 517 E. 83rd St. NYC, is clearly printed on the front of the card.

Trade card advertising Dr. J. Kramer's German Eye Salve. The card features an image of a girl crossing a bridge with flowers. The text includes the endorsement, "COMPLIMENTS...S. A. HEBREW." The card is from Volume 32, Page 5 of Archive MS. 56. Circa 1885.