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University of Michigan William L. Clements Library

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[ca. 1840s?] . Ms Draft to "Fellow Citizens;" s.l.

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Box 2
Abstract:
Speech on anatomy, physiology, and "the art of preserving health." Invokes religion and the names of many prominent leaders over time, especially Hippocrates. Expressing appreciation for trained physicians and dismay towards untrained ones. States that "in our own land thousands of children are annually sacrificed by there [sic.] own mothers and fathers at the insatiate alter of medical ignorance." Considers the belief that sickness is an example of Divine Providence to be “unreasonable and irreligious” and refers to God as "Him who never afflicts willingly." Includes a discussion on the idea of common sense. "Anatomy is an exact and demonstrative science; whatever is known, is known not with the dubiousness of a metaphysical or moral statement but with the certainty of a mathematical fact." Mentions dissection with the intent of observation. Speaking out against quack medicine claiming to cure all ailments, particularly those that are claimed to come out of Native American practices. Ruminations on the place of science and medicine in politics. Does not desire legal mandates regarding medicine or medical knowledge, just an increase in education on the topic.
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24 pages

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Collection

Science and Medicine collection, 1702-1936
Total components 316
Last indexed 2024-08-05