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Lot #424
Joseph Lister

Lister Thanks a Former Student for His Congratulatory Letter

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Lister Thanks a Former Student for His Congratulatory Letter

“Father Of Modern Surgery," the English surgeon who developed antiseptic surgery and helped drive the pursuit of cleanliness in hospitals. ALS signed “Lister,” one page both sides, 4 x 6, black-bordered personal letterhead, November 7, 1901. In part: “It was very kind of you to remember your old teacher with a congratulatory letter, which I received later than you intended as a consequence of my absence from London.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, written in Lister’s hand. In fine conditon, with a few faint creases. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #296 - Ended April 20, 2005