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THE GOLDEN BELT MEDICAL SOCIETY.

This society held its regular Summer meeting in the parlors of the Masonic Temple, at Salina, Kansas, Thursday, July 2, 1903; with the following present: Drs. Lutz, Hawthorne, Fowler, O'Brien, Ketchersid, Neptune, Conklin, Moses, Crawford, Miller, Leverich, Cheney, Freeman, Gish, Anderson, Riddell, LaFevre, Harvey, Hayes, Simmons, Shelley, Nordstrom, Vermillion, Tobey, Winterbotham, Lagerstrom and Mr. Loser.

The meeting was called to order by the President, Dr. Riddell, of Enterprise.

Dr. Leonard Freeman read a very excellent paper, entitled "The Treatment of Prostatic Hypertrophy." The doctor handled his subject in a most thorough manner, showing vast experience in the treatment of such cases, and laid down the rules governing the selection of procedure, applicable to the different forms of hypertrophied prostate, and the varied conditions to be met. Early operative measures were strongly urged, in order that a vast deal of suffering might be avoided and such patients allowed to end their remaining days in peace.

The Bottini operation, the author believed to offer the safest, best and most satisfactory means of relief in the early stages and in suitably selected cases. This paper was quite thoroughly discussed by Drs. Crawford, Neptune, O'Brien, LaFevre, Harvey and Lagerstrom.

Dr. J. N. Ketchersid, of Hope, next read a paper on "Shortening the Round Ligaments in Retro-displacement of the Uterus." Dr. Ketchersid has had ample opportunity to test the value of this operation in suitably selected cases; having performed the operation a large number of times. He explained that the function of the round ligaments was that of a guy string, and that only; that they bear no part in supporting the uterus in the normal subject. In performing the Alexander operation, no result should be anticipated, expected or desired other than that of bringing the body of the uterus forward to its normal position, and so maintaining it. The real support of the weight of the uterus should come from the floor of the pelvis, the broad ligaments and the other forces normally present. The operation done to accomplish any other purpose than that of merely keeping the uterus tilted forward, was done under a misconception of anatomical and physiological facts. Dr. Ketchersid stated that a shortening of the round ligaments in those cases where indicated, had given him the most gratifying results of any operation he performs. The doctor urged that the members do an Alexander operation whenever the case demanded, and assured them that they could only have the most pleasing results. Discussed by Drs. Freeman, Riddell, Gish and O'Brien.

Dr. Leonard Freeman exhibited an apparatus for the treatment of nonunited fractures. This instrument was the invention of Keithley of London, improved by the late Dr. Parkhill, of Denver, and further improved by Dr. Freeman. The instrument consists of four screws which are to be firmly screwed into the bone, two into either fragment near the fracture.

the screws projecting in such manner that they may be clamped by means of a metal clamp. Dr. Keithley's suggestion was the use of only two screws, one in either fragment; then clamped. This, it was found on trial, was unsatisfactory, because the two screws were not sufficient to maintain the fragments in perfect apposition. To remedy this defect, Dr. Parkhill substituted four instead of two screws, placing, as stated above, two screws in either fragment. When the ends of the broken bones are brought together into apposition, the four screws are placed so that they are in a line longitudinal with the long axis of the bone; and then clamped. On trial, Dr. Freeman found it to be a difficult and tedious matter to get the screws in exact line; therefore he suggests placing within the grasp of the clamp, two pieces of wood or cork which grasp the heads of the screws. By the use of the wood or cork (preferably soft pine) the clamps can be applied and the proper adjustment made, simply by cutting away parts of the wood, until a correct grasp of the screws is had. Dr. Freeman had found this to work perfectly in a number of cases and had found it the most satisfactory instrument for the purpose. Dr. Freeman has done the surgeon a lasting favor by the ingenuity displayed in the construction and improvement of an instrument for holding bones in cases of non-united fractures. There are, perhaps, no cases that tax the resources of the surgeon more than to devise some method of maintaining apposition in such conditions. With this simple instrument, every surgeon has a means of quickly and certainly maintaining the bones until repairs may take place.

Dr. T. R. Conklin, of Abilene, presented a case of skin disease in the person of a boy ten years of age and asked for a diagnosis, and suggestions for treatment. It was the opinion of Dr. Lagerstrom that it was a case of "Pruritus, "with a secondary eczema; cause undetermined. This diagnosis was concurred in by most members discussing the case. Dr. LaFevre believed the cause to be an auto-intoxication and suggested that an examination be made of the urine to determine the matter. Drs. Crawford, Freeman, Ketchersid, O'Brien, Fowler, Riddell and Conklin discussed the

case.

Mr. Wilhelm Leser, a student of the medical department of the Kansas State University, next read a carefully prepared paper on some "Original Research on the Frog's Brain." Mr. Leser gave in full the experiments and results of the excision of the various lobes of the frog's brain as he had carried them forward at the university under the supervision of Dr. Hyde, of the chair of Physiology. The results and conclusions reached are of the utmost value to the clinician and the surgeon, as well as the purely scientist and psychologist. Such careful and original investigation and correlation of facts as that presented in this paper deserves the highest commendation and speaks volumes of praise for the medical department of the Kansas State University. At the conclusion, Mr. Leser was tendered a vote of thanks by the society.

Dr. W. E. Fowler, of Brookville, read a paper on "Trichinosis." A general resume of the subject was attempted; some cases reported, and those present urged to bear in mind the typical symptoms of this disease

in order that it may be recognized early, when encountered. Discussed by Drs. Ketchersid and Moses.

"Meteorism," by Dr. Leslie Leverich, of Solomon, was ably handled, and its value and importance as a symptom pointed out. Discussed by Drs. Crawford, O'Brien, Riddell and Leverich.

Dr. F. G. Lagerstrom, of Salina, next presented a carefully prepared paper on "Urethritis." The doctor treated of the diagnosis of this disease in extenso, giving the various stages, and the cardinal differential diagnostic points between them. He urged a careful, systematic and rational treatment, laying stress on the fact that the effected individual was a sick man, and should be so taught and regarded. Discussed by Drs. Ketchersid, O'Brien, LaFevre, Riddell and Mr. Leser.

By vote of the society, the next meeting will be held at Solomon, Kansas, October 1, 1903.

After adjournment, the Salina profession tendered the society an elegant banquet, which was participated in and enjoyed by all.

NORTH MISSOURI MEDICAL ASSOCIATION.

The annual session of the North Missouri Medical Association was held in the Auditorium of the University, Columbia, Mo., June 18 and 19; the following programme was carried out with much interest to those present: FIRST DAY AFTERNOON SESSION.

Dr. Woodson Moss, Chairman of Committee on Arrangements, opened the annual convention.

Invocation by M. L. Thomas, Columbia.

The address of welcome was delivered by the veteran W. F. Switzler ; response by Dr. J. T. Welch, Salisbury.

The President, Dr. Thompson, of Armstrong, being introduced, minutes of previous meeting read and approved and report of Committee on Arrangements received.

Dr. E. S. Cave, of Mexico, proceeded to read his paper on "Injuries to the Ankle."

Motion made that all regular physicians present from outside of district be given membership by invitation.

After reading and discussing the papers of Dr. C. W. Watts, Fayette, on "New Use of Hypodermic Needle," and of Dr. J. N. P. Baker, Salisbury, on "Dysentery," meeting adjourned until 8 p. m.

EVENING SESSION, 8 P. M.

Dr. W. F. Morrow delivered an address on "State Medicine" worthy

the position he occupies in the medical world.

Dr. W. G. Moore, President of the Missouri State Medical Association, St. Louis, Mo., addressed the society in a pleasing and impressive manner on "The Nestors of Our Profession."

Following President Thompson's address the members of the society were treated to a smoker. In fact this session was one of the most enjoyable and profitable of the convention.

SECOND DAY.-MORNING SESSION.

Meeting called to order by President. Dr. Moss moved that a special committee to draw up a suitable resolution on death of Dr. J. J. Norton be appointed.

Election of officers followed:

President-Dr. M. V. Yates, Callao.

First Vice-President-Dr. E. S. Cave, Mexico.

Second Vice-President - Dr. Wood.

Corresponding Secretary-Dr. W. O. Hawkinson, Roanoke.
Recording Secretary-Dr. W. L. Baker, Salisbury.

Treasurer-Dr. Robert Haley, Brookfield.

Executive Council-Dr. J. D. McAdams, Prairie Hill; Dr. Geo. N. Lantz, Brookfield; Dr. J. C. Riding, Cairo; Dr. W. P. Rowland, Bevier; Dr. Oliver McEwen, Shannondale.

Paper by Dr. E. G. Mark, Kansas City, on "Diagnosis of Bladder Conditions.

Resolution read and adopted:

Resolved, That the North Missouri Medical Society do heartily endorse the State Medical Board in its efforts to secure proper legislation along the line as suggested by its secretary in his address before this society, and pledge them our earnest support.

AFTERNOON SESSION, 2 P. M.

U. S. WRIGHT,
V. Q. BENHAN.

The meeting called to order by President. A motion made to proceed to reading of papers without discussion carried.

Dr. J. D. Brumnnal, Salisbury, read a paper on "Personal Observation in Treatment of Typhoid Fever."

Dr. J. N. Jackson, Kansas City, read an excellent paper on "Septic Gangrene of the Uterus and Adnexa, Hysterectomy, Continuous Irrigation of Hot Water."

The motion to tender Dr. Jackson vote of thanks for his interesting paper, carried.

Paper by S. P. Stowers, Appleton City, on "Intestinal Antiseptics." Moved that a vote of thanks be extended to the Board of Curators for the use of auditorium, also vote of thanks to the Medical Profession of Columbia.

Thus after one of the most enjoyable meetings of the association the convention adjourned to meet at Kirksville, June, 1904. WILFRED L. BAKER.

SIOUX

VALLEY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION.

The eighth annual meeting of this association was held at Fort Dodge, Iowa, on June 25 and 26, 1903. The attendance was a representative one, and the sessions were highly interesting and instructive. The papers were above the average and the discussions brought out many valuable features. Following is a list of the papers presented:

"Hemorrhagic Pancreatitis," Dr. A. M. Pond, Webster City, Ia. "The Value of Clinical Diagnosis and Therapeutics of Certain Reflexes." Dr. J. M. Barstow, Council Bluffs, Iowa.

"Intestinal Antisepsis in Typhoid Fever," Dr. N. S. Davis, Jr.,

Chicago.

"Tendon Transplantation in the Treatment of Paralytic Deformities," Dr. Frank C. Davis, Des Moines, Iowa.

"The Value of the Elevated Head and Trunk Posture following Celiotomy," Dr. V. B. Knott, Sioux City, Ia.

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"Evisceration of Eye with Implantation of Glass Vitreous vs. Enucleation," Dr. F. W. Dean, Council Bluffs, Ia.

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"Traumatic Lesions of the Spinal Cord," Dr. Will Bowen, Ft. Dodge,

"Drainage," Dr. Chas. H. Mayo, Rochester, Minn.

"The Diagnosis of Surgical Lesions of the Kidney," Dr. Wm. Jepson, Sioux City, Ia.

"Kaiser Frederick III and his Physicians," Dr. Ralph H. Parker, Storm Lake, Ia.

"Treatment of Gastric Motor Insufficiency," Dr. J. B. Tyrrell, Hornick, Iowa.

"The Control and Cure of Consumption in the Commonwealth," Dr. W. E. Sounders, Alta, Ia.

The society members were royally entertained by the Doctors' Club and the business men, and the hospitality of Fort Dodge will long be remembered.

The next meeting of the association will be held in Sioux City, in January, 1904.

The election of officers for the ensuing year resulted as follows:
President Dr. V. B. Knott, Sioux City.

First Vice-President Dr. C. H. Churchill, Fort Dodge, Ia.
Second Vice-President-Dr. F. A. Sedlaceck, Tyndal, S. D.
Treasurer-Dr. S. A. Brown, Sioux Falls.
Secretary-Dr. M. E. Silver, Sioux City.

THE MEDICAL HERALD was made the official journal of the society, and the next number will be devoted to the publication of the proceedings and papers, portraits of the officers, etc., constituting a "Sioux Valley Souvenir," which will be mailed to all members. Those who desire extra copies of this special number should send their order to the publisher at once in order to secure them.