Autographs of Philadelphia physicians, 1806-1835.

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Autographs of Philadelphia physicians, 1806-1835.

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Volume, formerly in the possession of Samuel W. Gross, contains circa 900 death and interment certificates written by Philadelphia-area physicians, 1806-1835. Certificates indicate common causes and ages of mortality in the city during the early 19th century.

1 v. and 1 box.

College of Physicians of Philadelphia

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