men I represent are the men of sturdy character, men of strong minds and stronger convictions, ready to battle for duty under any and all circumstances; men who had not the refinements of city life, and whose only thought was to get to work to save lives and save limbs; men who before all and above all had a wonderful kindness of heart. I am glad to be able to speak for you; I know you could say it better than I can, but you could do it with no greater pride, for it is my highest pride to be permitted to speak for you to this Association of Medical officers of the Army and Navy of the Confederacy, and I hope we will often meet together again as we are meeting here to-day. I do not want to die so much as I did yesterday; I want to meet you and have you tell me what a nice fellow I am. Of course that beautiful address of Dr. Chaille was very impressive and proper, and it would be impossible for me to respond to it, so I only can say, "I second the motion." Dr. Holloway's address was applauded to the echo, and many came to him afterwards and thanked him for his heartfelt words. Dr. Roberts, the Secretary, announced that the Association of Military Surgeons of the United States was now in session at Boston, Mass., and proposed that this Association extend a cordial greeting. After some discussion this motion was unanimously carried, and a telegram sent in accordance therewith, as follows: Association of Military Surgeons of the United States: Dr. J. E. PILCHER, Secretary, Washington, D. C.-The Association of Medical Officers of the Army and Navy of the Confederacy, in regular session assembled at New Orleans, desire. to tender fraternal greetings to the Association of Military Surgeons of the United States. From the Gulf it is desired to extend a hearty grasp of professional fellowship to the members of the Association representing the medical staff of the Army and Navy of a glorious and united country." The Secretary and Treasurer, Dr. Deering J. Roberts, of Nashville, then read his annual report: Mr. President and Gentlemen: I most respectfully beg leave to report the following state ment of Expenditures and Receipts during the year ending with this meeting: 1902. April 23. By amount due me at last meeting (see Re port of Auditing Committee.).......... $ 54 70 By Honorarium, as per resolution of Dr. Cowan .... 50 00 By Cash for Telegram to Dr. J. L. Dis- 145 1903. Feb. 22. April 23. By Bill for Printing, Jno. Rundle & Sons.. 9.00 200 Total........ 16. By Printing Bill, Jno. Rundle & Sons.................... By Postage Account during the year (items 1902-April 23. To dues received from one hundred and forty-nine members at Dallas.. 149 00 41 00 1 00 ..... 39 24 $ 198 39 By balance due me..................... Respectfully submitted, $ 49 39 DEERING J. ROBERTS, Secretary-Treasurer. Dr. Keller stated that the Army and Navy Medical Officers of the United States had a very cordial feeling for the surviving members of the Medical Staff of the Confederacy, and that he wished it could be so arranged as to hold their meetings at different times, so that those who so desired could attend both meetings. He offered a motion to this effect, which was seconded by several, and unanimously carried. Dr. Roberts moved, and it was seconded and carried, that the Address of the President be set for 11 A. M. Wednesday. This was afterwards amended to 2 P. M. Wednesday. Dr. Hermann Gessner, Chairman, presented a partial report of the Committee of Arrangements. He said: "Your Committee of Arrangements begs to report that in addition to the attractions of the general Confederate Reunion, there will be served here daily to members of the Association of Medical Officers, a luncheon, set in the Microscopic Laboratory of this department of Tulane University, at P. M. This luncheon will be served by the ladies of the Southern Memorial Association, the United Daughters of the Confederacy, and the Jefferson Davis Monument Association. In addition to this form of entertainment, it is proposed to have a day set for visiting the Charity Hospital, where each veteran will be admitted by presenting his badge. Another item on the program not yet fully arranged will be visits to the laboratory and lecture halls of this department of Tulane, and possibly visits to Tuoro Infirmary and Hotel Dieu. This evening there will be a reception at the Soldiers' Home, and all are invited to attend." Dr. J. C. Abernathy, of Birmingham, Alabama, was recognized, and said: "Mr. President, I move that we hold the meetings of this Association in the afternoon, and not in the mornings. I believe we can transact all the business we have on hand during the afternoons, and this will give us an opportunity to attend the meetings of the general reunion at the fair grounds in the mornings. I am very anxious to attend the reunion; I want to get with the boys and holler a little, and cut up Jack, and I don't feel that I have attended a reunion of Confederate Veterans if I cannot holler and cut up jack with the boys. I insist upon a vote on this question." Dr. Abernathy received several seconds to his motion. Secretary Roberts arose and explained that the program had been left open in order that adjournments might be taken from time to time in order to permit the members of this Association to attend any meetings of the general reunion which interested them. He stated that he realized the desire to be with the large body of veterans on this occasion of glad reunion, but that the business in hand, that of collecting historical data, was so important he did not think it should be neglected. Dr. Roberts proposed that it be agreed to meet early in the morning--9 A.M., at the medical headquarters, then adjourn at 11 for attendance at the fair grounds, and reassemble at 1 o'clock for lunch, and have an afternoon meeting devoted strictly to the business of the Association. At this point Dr. Cowan, of Tennessee, arose to a point of order, and said that the question had not yet been stated, and yet the Secretary and others were discussing it. Dr. Cowan then said, "I second the motion of Dr. Abernathy, of Alabama, and believe there are dozens of men among us who, like him, are anxious to attend the general reunion and have some pleasure besides the pleasure, great as it was, of meeting with brother medical officers." President Kerr then stated that the question now before the house was, 66 that the meetings of this Association be held in the afternoons beginning at 2 P. M." The motion was adopted by almost unanimous consent. Dr. Prewitt, of Tennessee, arose and stated that he, too, wanted to get with the boys; that he had followed them a long time and was anxious to meet them again and do some hollering. Secretary "I move that we reconsider the motion to hear the President's address at 11 A. M. Wednesday." Seconded and carried. It was then moved and carried that the President's address be heard at 8 P. M., Wednesday, May 29th. Secretary Roberts here urged prompt attendance at the luncheon at 1 o'clock daily, so that the meetings could begin promptly at 2 P. M. At the conclusion of the reading of the Secretary's report, President Kerr appointed Dr. Keller, Dr. Abernathy and Dr. Jones an auditing committee to take charge of the report and audit same. Dr. J. B. Cowan, of Tullahoma, Tennessee : "I move that a telegram be sent to Dr. S. H. Stout, at Dallas, Texas, congratulating him upon his good health at so advanced an age." Carried. The telegram was sent. At this point adjournment was taken until Wednesday at 2 P. M., and, after partaking of lunch up-stairs, most of the members attended the reception that afternoon at the Soldiers' Home; the others visiting the many places of interest in the city. SECOND DAY-WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 1903. 2 P. M. The meeting was called to order by President Kerr, and after a few general remarks, the Secretary read a communication from the Louisiana State Medical Association : NEW ORLEANS, May 20th, 1903. Association of Medical Officers of the Army and Navy of the Confederacy, in Session at New Orleans: GENTLEMEN-At the annual meeting of the Louisiana State Medical Society, held in New Orleans, May 5 to 8, 1903, the following recommendation of the committee specially appointed to report upon the matter, was unanimously adopted: We acknowledge invitation from the Association of Medical Officers of the Army and Navy of the Confederacy, through Dr. C. H. Tebault, Surgeon General U. C. V., and recommend that those members of this Society who are eligible to membership in that organization affiliate with same. The Louisiana State Medical Society extends greetings to the doctors of the old South, and assurances of respect and veneration. By order of Very respectfully, J. M. BARRIER, M.D., President. WM. M. PERKINS, M.D., Secretary. It was moved and seconded that this communication be received, and the Louisiana State Medical Association be thanked therefor. Carried. The Secretary called attention to the importance of every member registering on the blanks provided, and giving as full details as gossible of the record of their medical services, as they were of importance in completing records of the medical officers of the army and navy of the Confederacy. Dr. Roberts offered a motion that the name of the Committee on Necrology be changed to "Memorial Committee, and that its status shall not be one member from each State, but that every member of this Association shall be a member of that committee, and feel it his duty to communicate to the Secretary the death of any member of this Association of which he may know or chance to hear, with any biographical data he may be able to obtain." Seconded and unanimously carried. Dr. Gessler announced that the Committee on Arrangements had received for the convention an invitation from Dr. C. H. Tebault, of New Orleans, to a reception at his residence on Thursday, May 21st, from 5 to 7 P. M., 623 North street, opposite Lafayette Square. That the Y. M. C. A. Gymnasium offered the privileges of their gymnasium to the members of the Asso |