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Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
Autographs of Philadelphia physicians, formerly in the possession of Samuel W. Gross, contains circa 900 death or interment certificates written by Philadelphia area physicians from 1806 to 1835. The certificates, arranged in a rough chronological order, indicate the common causes and ages of mortality in the city during the early 19th century.
Each certificate attests to the cause and date of death, giving the name and age of the deceased. Many of the certificates concern individuals who died in the infirmary of the Philadelphia Almshouse or Pennsylvania Hospital. Occasionally, other information, including race, residence, and occupation, is included. Many of the deceased were infants and children; the names of parents are usually included in these cases.
Each certificate attests to the cause and date of death, giving the name and age of the deceased. Many of the certificates concern individuals who died in the infirmary of the Philadelphia Almshouse or Pennsylvania Hospital. Occasionally, other information, including race, residence, and occupation, is included. Many of the deceased were infants and children; the names of parents are usually included in these cases.
Dates
- 1806-1835
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
English
Extent
From the Collection: 2 items (1 volume and 1 box)
Creator
- From the Collection: Gross, Samuel W. (Samuel Weissell) (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Historical Medical Library of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia Repository
Contact:
19 S. 22nd Street
Philadelphia PA 19103 United States
215-399-2001
library@collegeofphysicians.org
19 S. 22nd Street
Philadelphia PA 19103 United States
215-399-2001
library@collegeofphysicians.org
