"Prisms" and Retinoscopy." The arrangement of the work is excellent, and the descriptions of the various phenomena so clear and concise that they should be easily comprehended by the beginner in the study of optics, and yet such an array of facts are set forth as may well hold the interest and attention of experienced ophthalmologists. Beginning with light and its refraction, first by prisms, then by lenses, the author takes up the human eye and its refractive media, gradually leading up to the correction of errors of refraction in the eye by spectacles and eyeglasses. There is a chapter on the use of the Ophthalmoscope containing a very intelligent discussion of its theory and practical use. Several chapters are devoted to Retinoscopy, which the author very justly declares the most important objective method of estimating refraction. Practical and careful directions are given for its application. The various other objective tests are described and their relative value given; followed by careful directions for the carrying out of the subjective method through work with the trial case. Attention is called to the value of a methodical routine of examinations and a precise record of findings, and finally directions are given for measurement of spectacle frames and the proper setting of spectacles and eyeglasses. The latter subject is one usually almost if not quite ignored in works on ophthalmology and refraction. The work can be recommended to the student as the most practical treatise on refraction. A. W. H. Psychology of the Unconscious (an authorized translation), by C. G. Jung, M.D. Published by Moffat, Yard and Company, New York. Price $4.00. This is a brilliant contribution to the Science of Psycho-Analysis and Analytic Psychology. The work has been edited and translated by Beatrice M. Hinkle, M.D. It is an outgrowth of the method of psycho-analysis, first developed by Freud, whereby the unconscious minds of individuals were subjected to analysis. Dr. Jung starts with the conception of a primal energy of life, comparable to the energy of physics, which, manifested in the human being in the various forms of his activity, he calls Libido. This force he conceives as a living power used instinctively by man in all the automatic processes of his functioning, in his creative desires and interests, the varied processes being but different manifestations of this energy. By means, then, of his understanding the individual can consciously direct and use this power by virtue of its quality of movability and flexibility. In short, through a deeper self-consciousness, man is destined to become the shaper and creator of his own destiny. The book is deeply scientific and requires close attention, but the translation has been well done, which helps very much. To those interested in the psychology of the emotional life and the problem of hysteria it will prove fascinating reading. A. H. R. The Freudian Wish and Its Place in Ethics, by Edwin B. Holt. Published by Henry Holt and Company, New York. Price $1.25. Professor Holt here reviews Freud's work in its ethical aspect. He shows what support this newest of psychological theories affords to the ancient identification of Virtue and Knowledge, and while giving due consideration to the well known Theory of Dreams he is careful to indicate its subordinate place in the whole of Freudian theory. The illustrations of slips of the tongue, slips of the pen, and wit make the book as lively as it is stimulating. We can heartily recommend this book as the best concise summary of Freud's Psychology of the Emotions that we have yet seen. The importance of the far reaching deductions cannot be over-estimated. The author is a disciple of the behaviouristic school and his supplement entitled "Response and Cognition" will be read with keen interest by those who are searching for a natural explanation of mind. ` A. H. R. OBITUARY James T. Sherman, M.D. Dr. J. T. Sherman was born on January 16, 1849, in Newport, R. I., and his early education obtained there. He was a graduate of the New York College of Physicians and Surgeons, and later entered New York Homœopathic Medical College, from which he graduated in 1869. Dr. Sherman began the practice of medicine in Neponset, Mass., but remained there only a short time, removing to Dorchester, a near-by suburb of Boston. For a short time he was associated in practice with the late Dr. Luther M. Lee, but soon entered practice independently, continuing as a successful practitioner from 1875 to 1913. Since 1913 his health has not permitted him to attend to active practice. For many years Dr. Sherman was attending physician at the Municipal Smallpox Hospital of Boston and therefore became a recognized authority in the diagnosis and treatment of that dread malady. Dr. Sherman died of pneumonia on June 6, 1916, in Newport, his birthplace. He leaves a widow, two daughters and a son, besides a wide circle of friends and former patients. Frederick H. Sage, M.D. Dr. Frederick H. Sage of Middletown, Connecticut, died of pneumonia on June 7 of the present year, at the age of fifty-five. He was born April 25, 1861, almost at the outbreak of the Civil War, in Cromwell, Conn., a direct descendant of David Sage, one of the early settlers in Connecticut, and was a graduate of New York Homopathic College of the class of 1884. Immediately after graduation he settled in Middletown, where he built up an extensive practice. During a severe scarlet fever epidemic in the early '90's Dr. Sage took an active and influential part in stamping out the scourge. He was a member of the Connecticut State Homœopathic Medical Society and of the American Institute of Homœopathy, and was one of the appointees of the first board of trustees for the Connecticut State Hospital for the Insane, at Norwich. Dr. Sage leaves a widow, formerly Miss Bessie B. Ackley, and two sons, H. Ackley Sage and Newell R. Sage. SOCIETIES MAINE HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL SOCIETY The fiftieth annual meeting of the Maine Homeopathic Medical Society was held in Augusta on Tuesday, June 13th, 1916, with the following program: Reading of minutes and appointment of auditing and nominating com mittees. Scientific session, morning. Conservation of Homeopathy," by Edward S. Abbott, M.D., Bridgton. Reading of one of the first papers of fifty years ago. A Sermonette; Peace Among Doctors and Good-will to the Laity." Ethel H. Walters, M.D., Fairfield. Reading of reports of various committees. Luncheon at New Augusta House. Afternoon session. Reception to delegates. "How Can We Strengthen Homœopathy in Maine? L. A. Brown, M.D., Portland. "The Diagnosis and Treatment of Various Forms of Deafness." H. P. Bellows, M.D., Boston. "Two Years with Twilight Sleep." Edwin W. Smith, M.D., Boston. Banquet at New Augusta House. Evening session. History of the Maine Homoeopathic Medical Society, John A. Hayward, M.D., Secretary, Portland. 66 Address: Hahnemann's Homeopathy." John P. Sutherland, M.D., Boston. CONNECTICUT HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL SOCIETY The sixty-sixth annual meeting of the Connecticut Homœopathic Medical Society was held at the Hartford Club, Hartford, on May 16th, 1916, and the following list of officers elected for the ensuing year: President: E. L. Bestor, M.D., Hartford. Vice-President: M. Z. Westervelt, M.D., Litchfield. Secretary: Richard_Blackmore, M.D., State Hospital, Norwich. The following resolutions by Drs. H. A. Roberts and Royal E. S. Hayes were voted on and adopted: "Be it resolved, that there be added to Section 5 of the By-Laws of this Society a new clause marked b, to wit: It shall be the duty of the Executive Committee to arrange for each regular meeting of the Society, papers, addresses, or discussions upon Homœopathic Materia Medica, Homœopathic Therapeutics or Homœopathic Philosophy; or to appoint a person, bureau, or committee to execute that duty." The scientific program was as follows: "Gastric Ulcer and Carcinoma of the Stomach." H. M. Imboden, New York City. "Chemical Findings and Other Means of Diagnosis." H. M. Eberhard, M.D., Philadelphia. Surgical Treatment, Operative Treatment." Illustrated by motion picture films. William H. Bishop, M.D., New York City. Demonstration of Efficiency of Clinico-Motion Pictures for Teaching Surgery. William H. Bishop. M.D. Homœopathic Medical College of the Future. What Must It Be?" Rudolph F. Rabe, M.D., New York City. Peliosis Rheumatica." (A clinical study.) E. H. Linnell, M.D., Norwich, Conn. Annual Meeting of Alumni Association of B. U. School of Medicine The annual meeting of the Boston University School of Medicine Alumni Association, President, H. G. Batchelder, M.D., was held at Young's Hotel, Boston, on the evening of June 6. Various reports were read, the Treasurer's being of special interest in showing the prosperous financial condition of the association, there being a balance of $5,334.01 in the treasury. On motion of Dr. Edward E. Allen it was voted to pay $150 instead of $125 each year to the school to meet the increased tuition fee. Ninety-eight members and guests enjoyed the banquet which followed the meeting. The post-prandial exercises consisted of remarks by the retiring President. Dr. H. G. Batchelder; President Murlin, of Boston University, Dr. Edward E. Allen, Registrar of the School, and Mr. Milo C. Green, valedictorian of the graduating class. Eighteen members of the class of 1916 were entertained by the association and presented with certificates of membership according to custom. Music was furnished by Miss King and Miss Marshall, and an interesting "fish and game lecture was given by Mr. J. Franklin Babb. After a few remarks by the new President, Dr. John H. Bennett, of Pawtucket, R. I., the meeting adjourned. The newly elected officers are: President: Dr. John H. Bennett. First Vice-President: Dr. R. F. Eaton. Second Vice-President: Dr. Wesley T. Lee. Secretary: Dr. H. L. Babcock. Treasurer: Dr. Howard Moore. Auditor: Dr. N. R. Perkins. Directors: Dr. H. G. Batchelder, Dr. P. G. Browne, Dr. Edwin R. Lewis, Dr. Conrad Smith, Dr. Elizabeth Ross. Advisory Committee: Dr. Herbert D. Boyd. THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF HOMEOPATHY AT BALTIMORE The 1916 meeting of the American Institute was held at Hotel Emerson, Baltimore, June 25 to July 1, with an approximate attendance of eight hundred members and guests. The session opened on Sunday evening with the usual memorial service for deceased members, Dr. R. A. Adams, Rochester, New York, necrologist. The list of names of those who have died since the 1915 meeting, or whose deaths were not known at that time, was a long one, as follows: Eugene W. Beebe, M.D. Amelia E. M. Burroughs, M.D. Anton E. Neumeister, M.D. James T. Sherman, M.D. Winfield Smith, M.D. (died in 1914) Franklin D. Worcester, M.D. T. Franklin Smith, M.D. The annual address of the president was made by President Henry C. Aldrich, of Minneapolis, at exercises held on the roof garden of the hotel on Monday evening, June 26, at which time addresses of welcome to the State of Maryland and the city of Baltimore were made, with a response on behalf of the Institute by Second Vice-President Cornelia C. Brant, Dean of the New York Homeopathic Medical College for Women. At the close of the addresses, a reception by Institute officers was held, followed by dancing and refreshments. The election of officers resulted as follows: President: Wm. W. Van Baum, M.D., Philadelphia. First Vice-President: Claude A. Burrett, M.D., Columbus, O. Second Vice-President: Florence N. Ward, M.D., San Francisco. Secretary: Sarah M. Hobson, M.D., Chicago. Registrar: W. O. Forbes, M.D., Hot Springs, Ark. Censor: Anna Johnston, M.D., Pittsburgh, Pa. Trustees: W. B. Hinsdale, M.D., Ann Arbor, Mich.; Scott Parsons, M.D., St. Louis, Mo.; J. P. Sutherland, M.D., Boston, Mass. The social features of the session were many and delightful. On Tuesday the Institute members and guests, about four hundred strong, went in special cars for a long trolley ride to Bay Shore, where a fine sea food supper was enjoyed. On Wednesday, thanks to Southern hospitality, the visiting ladies were taken for an afternoon of automobiling through the finest parts of Baltimore and its beautiful suburbs, and on Thursday many members and guests took the trip to Annapolis to visit the United States Naval Academy there. A fine musicale on Friday evening concluded the Baltimore features of the meeting, and on Saturday quite a company went on to Washington for an afternoon as the guests of the Washington Homoeopathic Medical Society. Lunch was served at the New Ebbett Hotel, then all were taken for an automobile trip around the city and exercises at the beautiful Hahnemann monument in Scott Circle. These included a brief address by Dr. Swormstedt of Washington, President Henry C. Aldrich, and the following lines by Dr. C. E. Walton of Cincinnati, who was President of the Institute at the time the monument was unveiled, sixteen years ago: |