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THE PARLIAMENTARY REPRESENTATION OF THE UNIVERSITIES OF EDINBURGH AND ST. ANDREWS.
1089 one
by Oudemans,
ratus of the
on
the
Circulatory and Nephridial Appa-
Nemertea; another by W. Bateson,
on
the
Development of Balanoglossus; a third by Baldwin Spencer, the Early Development of Rana Temporaria; and one by Herbert Carpenter, on the Vascular System of the Urchins. Lehrbuch der Physiologie. Herausgegeben von Dr. A. Siebente Auflage, 5te Lieferung. Leipzig: GBUENHA&BN. Voss. 1885.-The Leopold present part of this work, which on
is
a new
and revised edition of Funke’s well-known
treatise,
completes the first volume and commences the second. It is chiefly occupied with the subjects of the excitability of the nerves, the capacity of the nerves to transmit impressions in opposite directions, the rapidity of nervous and the nature of nervous stimulation. The work is remarkable for a clear and continuous exposition of the science of physiology, and for the excellent bibliography which is appended to each section.
conduction,
Dwellin,g-houses: their Sanitary Construction and ArrangeBy W. H. CORFIELD. Second Edition, with Inus-
ments.
trations, pp. 117. London: Lewis. 1885.-This is
age who are anxious to become riders. These points are all fully discussed by Dr. Richardson, and to all intending to commence the use of the tricycle we can recommend a perusal of this little book.
New Inventions. NEW MICROSCOPES. M. THEILER & SONS, of 86, Canonbury-road, London, N., have brought under our notice specimens of their " Demonstration Microscope" and the "Universal (Achromatic) Pocket Microscope." Both are of novel design, and remarkable for the simplicity of their construction, the excellence of their manufacture, and the facility with which they may be manipulated. Intended for the observation of translucent or semi-transparent objects only, mirrors and condensers are in the use of these instruments dispensed with. The method of adjusting and fixing the focus is simple and ingenious. We anticipate that a wider knowledge of the convenient arrangement and the low price of these microscopes is all that is necessary to create for them a large demand.
one of the best handbooks we have met with on the subject of house sanitation. It states clearly and intelligibly the requisite conditions of a healthy home, indicates the most usual defects, and points out the most appropriate remedies. It is a work deserving the study of all householders who SANITARY SEAMLESS STEEL SAUCEPANS. care for their own health and for that of their families. THE increasing interest taken in the art of cookery, and Sheplzerd’s First Aid to the Injured. Revised and re- the wider recognition of its importance from a public health arranged by R. BRUCE. Pp. 78. London: St. John Ambuof view, have naturally stimulated invention in the lance Association. 1885.-This work, by Surgeon-Major point direction of devising utensils more in harmony with the Shepherd, who was killed in the unfortunate massacre at advancing intelligence in respect of the elements included Isandhlwana, was one of the first handbooks brought out for in the question of the proper preparation of food. Messrs. the use of the ambulance classes. It still remains, in our Perkins and Son, of Bermondsey-street, have contributed to opinion, the best manual for the use of non-professional the perfecting of the process by introducing seamless steel persons to enable them to render aid in cases of accident or and stewpans, for which they were awarded a sudden illness until professional assistance can be obtained. saucepans silver medal at the recent Health Exhibition, and which Help at -Hand; or, What shall we do in Accidents or were used at the School of Cookery in connexion therewith. Illness? By CouNTESS COWPER. Pp. 38. London: Wells, These accessories to the cuisine are certainly quite worthy Gardner, Darton, and Co. 1885.-The object of this work is to of the approval bestowed on them, and are a great improvefurnish a cheap guide to "first aid," for the use of Lady ment upon the cast-iron and copper culinary vessels hitherto Cowper’s "own parish." It is to a great extent compiled employed. The ease with which cleanliness may be ensured from Surgeon-Major Shepherd’s manual; but the chapter on in their use, to say nothing of their superior durability and Anatomy and Physiology has been omitted, probably as being sightliness as compared with the ordinary ware, ought to unsuited to the class for whom the book is intended, and one secure for these utensils extensive patronage. has been added on the treatment of some of the more generally prevalent diseases. We cannot say that we approve of the addition, as we fear it will often have the THE PARLIAMENTARY REPRESENTATION OF effect of delaying application for professional advice in THE UNIVERSITIES OF EDINBURGH cases of serious disease. AND ST. ANDREWS. Illustrations of Clinical Sugery. By JONATHAN HUCHIN To the Editor of THE LANCET. SON, F.R.S. Fasciculus XVII. London: J. and A. Churchill.SIR,—The Conservative Committee have, with the haste The four plates in this fasciculus illustrate Extra-capsular characteristic of sharp electioneering tactics, sent round a Fractures of the Neck of the Femur, Lupus of Mucous Memcircular in which, putting forward as a plea the abrupt retirebranes, Superficial Forms of Rodent Cancer, and Chancres in ment of Sir Playfair, they quietly assume that Mr. Unusual Positions. Both the plates and the descriptive letter- Macdonald is Lyon to be allowed without opposition to take his press maintain a high order of merit; and those who take seat as representing these universities. With a constituency in this serial work possess a very valuable book on clinical consisting of so large a predominance of scientific men, it is to be hoped that some man of scientific eminence may be surgery. with the I The Tricycle in relation to Health and Recreation. By found to contest the election will notlegal profession. be induced trust that my fellow-graduates hastily B. W. RICHARDSON, M.D. London: W. Isbister. 1885.- to throw up their interest in Liberal politics, led astray by The. papers collected in this volume, except a few additional the plausible statements of the Conservative Committee, notes, were published in Good Words a year or two ago. who would fain persuade us that no alternative can be The main questions which the author endeavours to solve found to the return of Mr. Macdonald. I am, Sir, yours obediently, are: (1) whether the tricycle can be safely used by all classes M.D. ST. AND. June 8th, 1885. of the community, or whether it is only fitted for a select few; (2) whether the working of the tricycle is healthful as AT a meeting of the Metropolitan Asylums Board an exercise; (3) whether there are any special dangers from its employment which, apart from mere accidents from falls on the 6th inst., it was stated that the returns of small-pox for the fortnight ending the 5th inst. showed a decrease of and collisions, militate against its general use; and 97 in the total number under treatment in the hospitals of (4) whether there are any practical rules which can be the managers. The number under treatment on the 5th inst. offered for the guidance of those of different sex and different was 1247. _
by Oudemans,
ratus of the
on
the
Circulatory and Nephridial Appa-
Nemertea; another by W. Bateson,
on
the
Development of Balanoglossus; a third by Baldwin Spencer, the Early Development of Rana Temporaria; and one by Herbert Carpenter, on the Vascular System of the Urchins. Lehrbuch der Physiologie. Herausgegeben von Dr. A. Siebente Auflage, 5te Lieferung. Leipzig: GBUENHA&BN. Voss. 1885.-The Leopold present part of this work, which on
is
a new
and revised edition of Funke’s well-known
treatise,
completes the first volume and commences the second. It is chiefly occupied with the subjects of the excitability of the nerves, the capacity of the nerves to transmit impressions in opposite directions, the rapidity of nervous and the nature of nervous stimulation. The work is remarkable for a clear and continuous exposition of the science of physiology, and for the excellent bibliography which is appended to each section.
conduction,
Dwellin,g-houses: their Sanitary Construction and ArrangeBy W. H. CORFIELD. Second Edition, with Inus-
ments.
trations, pp. 117. London: Lewis. 1885.-This is
age who are anxious to become riders. These points are all fully discussed by Dr. Richardson, and to all intending to commence the use of the tricycle we can recommend a perusal of this little book.
New Inventions. NEW MICROSCOPES. M. THEILER & SONS, of 86, Canonbury-road, London, N., have brought under our notice specimens of their " Demonstration Microscope" and the "Universal (Achromatic) Pocket Microscope." Both are of novel design, and remarkable for the simplicity of their construction, the excellence of their manufacture, and the facility with which they may be manipulated. Intended for the observation of translucent or semi-transparent objects only, mirrors and condensers are in the use of these instruments dispensed with. The method of adjusting and fixing the focus is simple and ingenious. We anticipate that a wider knowledge of the convenient arrangement and the low price of these microscopes is all that is necessary to create for them a large demand.
one of the best handbooks we have met with on the subject of house sanitation. It states clearly and intelligibly the requisite conditions of a healthy home, indicates the most usual defects, and points out the most appropriate remedies. It is a work deserving the study of all householders who SANITARY SEAMLESS STEEL SAUCEPANS. care for their own health and for that of their families. THE increasing interest taken in the art of cookery, and Sheplzerd’s First Aid to the Injured. Revised and re- the wider recognition of its importance from a public health arranged by R. BRUCE. Pp. 78. London: St. John Ambuof view, have naturally stimulated invention in the lance Association. 1885.-This work, by Surgeon-Major point direction of devising utensils more in harmony with the Shepherd, who was killed in the unfortunate massacre at advancing intelligence in respect of the elements included Isandhlwana, was one of the first handbooks brought out for in the question of the proper preparation of food. Messrs. the use of the ambulance classes. It still remains, in our Perkins and Son, of Bermondsey-street, have contributed to opinion, the best manual for the use of non-professional the perfecting of the process by introducing seamless steel persons to enable them to render aid in cases of accident or and stewpans, for which they were awarded a sudden illness until professional assistance can be obtained. saucepans silver medal at the recent Health Exhibition, and which Help at -Hand; or, What shall we do in Accidents or were used at the School of Cookery in connexion therewith. Illness? By CouNTESS COWPER. Pp. 38. London: Wells, These accessories to the cuisine are certainly quite worthy Gardner, Darton, and Co. 1885.-The object of this work is to of the approval bestowed on them, and are a great improvefurnish a cheap guide to "first aid," for the use of Lady ment upon the cast-iron and copper culinary vessels hitherto Cowper’s "own parish." It is to a great extent compiled employed. The ease with which cleanliness may be ensured from Surgeon-Major Shepherd’s manual; but the chapter on in their use, to say nothing of their superior durability and Anatomy and Physiology has been omitted, probably as being sightliness as compared with the ordinary ware, ought to unsuited to the class for whom the book is intended, and one secure for these utensils extensive patronage. has been added on the treatment of some of the more generally prevalent diseases. We cannot say that we approve of the addition, as we fear it will often have the THE PARLIAMENTARY REPRESENTATION OF effect of delaying application for professional advice in THE UNIVERSITIES OF EDINBURGH cases of serious disease. AND ST. ANDREWS. Illustrations of Clinical Sugery. By JONATHAN HUCHIN To the Editor of THE LANCET. SON, F.R.S. Fasciculus XVII. London: J. and A. Churchill.SIR,—The Conservative Committee have, with the haste The four plates in this fasciculus illustrate Extra-capsular characteristic of sharp electioneering tactics, sent round a Fractures of the Neck of the Femur, Lupus of Mucous Memcircular in which, putting forward as a plea the abrupt retirebranes, Superficial Forms of Rodent Cancer, and Chancres in ment of Sir Playfair, they quietly assume that Mr. Unusual Positions. Both the plates and the descriptive letter- Macdonald is Lyon to be allowed without opposition to take his press maintain a high order of merit; and those who take seat as representing these universities. With a constituency in this serial work possess a very valuable book on clinical consisting of so large a predominance of scientific men, it is to be hoped that some man of scientific eminence may be surgery. with the I The Tricycle in relation to Health and Recreation. By found to contest the election will notlegal profession. be induced trust that my fellow-graduates hastily B. W. RICHARDSON, M.D. London: W. Isbister. 1885.- to throw up their interest in Liberal politics, led astray by The. papers collected in this volume, except a few additional the plausible statements of the Conservative Committee, notes, were published in Good Words a year or two ago. who would fain persuade us that no alternative can be The main questions which the author endeavours to solve found to the return of Mr. Macdonald. I am, Sir, yours obediently, are: (1) whether the tricycle can be safely used by all classes M.D. ST. AND. June 8th, 1885. of the community, or whether it is only fitted for a select few; (2) whether the working of the tricycle is healthful as AT a meeting of the Metropolitan Asylums Board an exercise; (3) whether there are any special dangers from its employment which, apart from mere accidents from falls on the 6th inst., it was stated that the returns of small-pox for the fortnight ending the 5th inst. showed a decrease of and collisions, militate against its general use; and 97 in the total number under treatment in the hospitals of (4) whether there are any practical rules which can be the managers. The number under treatment on the 5th inst. offered for the guidance of those of different sex and different was 1247. _