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An Exposition of the Affairs of the Medical Society of South Carolina An Exposition of the Affairs of the Medical Society of South Carolina

This pamphlet, dated 1834, details a schism within the Medical Society of South Carolina regarding the establishment of a medical college in Charleston. Minutes from December 2, 1833, are included. The document highlights the disagreements between professors at the Medical College and the Medical Society. Jacob De La Motta, Secretary of the Medical Society, is identified as the author.

Bookplate of Jacob Solis-Cohen Bookplate of Jacob Solis-Cohen

Bookplate depicting hands in a blessing pose, with the inscription 'Famous Jew of His Time...Fought in Civil War...Father of Laryngology'. The bookplate is part of a group of approximately 100. Circa 1885.

Broadside: Ahlenfeld's Defense Against Calumniation, Cold Stream, West Virginia, March 1840 Broadside: Ahlenfeld's Defense Against Calumniation, Cold Stream, West Virginia, March 1840

A broadside printed in Cold Stream, Hampshire County, Virginia (now West Virginia) in March 1840, by Marcus Ahlenfeld, defending himself against accusations of being a quack. The broadside includes testimonials from Maryland physicians attesting to Ahlenfeld's credentials and character. It measures 9" x 11 3/4" and features text within an ornamental border. Only one other copy is known to exist.

Country Walks for Little Folk Country Walks for Little Folk

This is a children's book titled "Country Walks for Little Folk," published in 1845. The book was inscribed and presented as a gift from Jacob Solis Cohen to his daughter Mariam Feneca Solis Cohen in 1853. The inscription provides a connection to the prominent 19th-century Philadelphia physician Jacob da Silva Solis Cohen and his family.

Dr. Samuel Hazen's Account Book, 1852-1862 Dr. Samuel Hazen's Account Book, 1852-1862

This 290-page handwritten journal documents the medical practice of Dr. Samuel Hazen in Euclid, Ohio, from 1852 to 1862. It meticulously records patient visits, services rendered (including house calls and medicine provision), and fees collected. While specific ailments are rarely detailed (except for tooth extractions), the journal offers valuable insights into the daily life of a 19th-century physician and the medical needs of his community, including some Jewish families. The book includes a table of contents listing patients' names. The detached cover and loose pages indicate significant physical deterioration, but the content remains legible.

Elements of the Theory and Practice of Physic Elements of the Theory and Practice of Physic

This is the first American edition of Gregory's "Elements of the Theory and Practice of Physic," published in New York in 1830. This edition includes notes by Daniel L. M. Peixotto, a prominent New York City physician and pioneer in preventative medicine. The book is a comprehensive text on medical theory and practice, adapted from the third London edition.

Letter from Isaac Hays to B. R. Wellford, Philadelphia, February 4, 1852 Letter from Isaac Hays to B. R. Wellford, Philadelphia, February 4, 1852

Two-page letter written by Isaac Hays from Philadelphia to Dr. B. R. Wellford on February 4, 1852. Hays, editor of the *American Journal of Medical Sciences* (1827-1869), writes to Wellford, president of the American Medical Society. This letter offers insight into the relationship between these two key figures in the development of medicine as a profession in the United States.

Letter from Isaac Hays to his Wife, Sarah Minis Hays, Philadelphia, November 5, 1837 Letter from Isaac Hays to his Wife, Sarah Minis Hays, Philadelphia, November 5, 1837

This four-page letter, dated November 5, 1837, was written by Isaac Hays (1796-1879), a prominent ophthalmologist, to his wife, Sarah Minis Hays (1811-?), who was visiting her parents in Savannah, Georgia. The letter details personal matters and includes a reference to purchasing a boy from Georgia. It offers insight into daily life in the 1830s. The letter is unfolded and bears a Philadelphia town mark and a 25-cent postage rate. Sarah Minis married Dr. Isaac Hays on May 7, 1834. Isaac Hays' mother was Richea Gratz (1774-1858), sister of Rebecca Gratz (1781-1869). Therefore, Rebecca Gratz was Sarah Minis' aunt. Dr. Isaac Hays was a physician (ophthalmology), teacher, and editor of "The American Journal of Medical Sciences." He was a founder of the American Medical Association and the Franklin Institute, and a member of the prominent Gratz family of Philadelphia.

Letter of Recommendation for Philip Minis, Savannah, Georgia, July 1824 Letter of Recommendation for Philip Minis, Savannah, Georgia, July 1824

A letter of recommendation for Dr. Philip Minis for an Assistant Surgeon's commission in the U.S. Army. Dated July 1824, Savannah, Georgia. Signed by the President and Vice President of the Georgia Medical Society, an MD, and a retired Post Surgeon of the U.S. Army. This is considered the earliest extant letter of recommendation for a Jew to be an officer in the U.S. Army.

Observations on the Cause, Nature, and Treatment of the Epidemic Disorder Prevalent in Philadelphia Observations on the Cause, Nature, and Treatment of the Epidemic Disorder Prevalent in Philadelphia

This bilingual (English and French) pamphlet, published in Philadelphia in 1793, represents the first published medical work in the United States by a Jewish physician, David de Isaac Cohen Nassy. Written during a yellow fever epidemic, it details Nassy's observations, diagnosis, and treatment methods, highlighting his comparatively successful approach compared to other physicians of the time, such as Dr. Benjamin Rush. Nassy's work reflects his expertise in medicine and his contributions to the medical landscape of Philadelphia during a time of crisis.

The American Journal of the Medical Sciences, Vol. I The American Journal of the Medical Sciences, Vol. I

This is Volume I of *The American Journal of the Medical Sciences*, published in 1827. Isaac Hays was associated with the journal for 52 years, first as co-editor and later as editor. A letter from Abraham de Leon of South Carolina is included on page 480. This volume represents an early contribution to American medical literature and provides insight into the medical practices and discussions of the time.

Trade Card for J. N. DeHart, M.D. Trade Card for J. N. DeHart, M.D.

This trade card advertises the practice of J. N. DeHart, M.D. located at 1121 Broad Street, corner of Parkhurst, Newark, New Jersey. The card indicates office hours are from 8 AM to 10 AM, 1 PM to 3 PM, and 7 PM to 9 PM. The card is white with black text. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for Louis A. Rodenstein, Physician Trade Card for Louis A. Rodenstein, Physician

This trade card advertises the practice of Louis A. Rodenstein, a physician located at the northeast corner of 141st Street and Boulevard in New York City. The card notes that Rodenstein has relocated from his previous practice at 138th Street and Hudson River. The front of the card features a border of decorative flourishes. It is printed in black and white on white paper. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card: German General Benevolent Society's German Hospital, San Francisco Trade Card: German General Benevolent Society's German Hospital, San Francisco

This trade card advertises the German Hospital of the German General Benevolent Society, located at 14th & Noe Streets in San Francisco. The front of the card lists the hospital's address and phone number (W 268) and features a list of the doctors associated with the hospital. The back of the card is a photograph of the hospital building. The style and image quality suggest a late 19th-century origin.