British surgeon (1827–1912) who innovated the practice of sterile surgery, one of the most important medical advances of the day. ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, Portland Place letterhead, February 18, 1893. Letter to Archibald Geikie, in full: “Sir James Crichton Browne’s name is up for ballot for the Athenaeum on Monday. I learn, on what I fear is only too good authority, that Lord Coleridge is endeavouring to induce members to black-ball him, for no other reason than that he does not disapprove of so-called ‘vivisection.’ It would be a great injustice to Sir James and an insult to biological science if this attempt were to succeed; and I hope it may be in your power to attend and give your vote in his favour.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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