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SERIES Identifier: H MS c2

Series I. Correspondence, 1805-1820, undated, 1805-1820

Scope and Contents

Consists of correspondence of Lyman Spalding with medical colleagues and friends, including English physician Edward Jenner (1749-1823) on topics including smallpox vaccination and treatment of rabies bites.

Dates

  • Creation: 1805-1820

Language of Materials

Papers are predominately in English, with some material in French.

Physical Description

.1 cubic feet in 1 flat storage box.

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research. Access requires advance notice. Contact Public Services for further information.

Extent

1.01 cubic feet (4 flat storage boxes)

Arrangement

Series I is arranged alphabetically by correspondent.

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Center for the History of Medicine (Francis A. Countway Library of Medicine) Repository

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