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Homeopathy

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 58 Collections and/or Records:

Homeopathic Medical Society of Philadelphia records

 Collection
Identifier: HU.076
Overview A single volume of minutes from the Homeopathic Medical Society of Philadelphia, 1859-80. The society was a physicians-only homeopathic medical society founded in 1838. The society grew out of another homeopathic medical society called The Hahnemann Society, which was formed in 1833. The Homeopathic Medical Society of Philadelphia was largely seen as a continuation of the Hahnemann Society, and would later become an important forebearer of the influential Homeopathic Medical Society of...
Dates: 1859-1880; Majority of material found in 1859-1880

Homeopathy and alternative medicine books and pamphlets

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Identifier: HU.058
Overview

Collection of homeopathy manuals and anatomy books, as well as manuals on naturopathy, botanical medicine, and physical therapy from the late 19th-early 20th centuries. Donated by an eclectic physician upon his retirement in the 1980s.

Dates: 1880-1960; Majority of material found in 1890-1920

Hyland's Foundation Neiswander Library collection

 Collection
Identifier: 2021-015
Content Description The Neiswander Library was created by the Hyland's Foundation in 2015, built on Allen Neiswander's collection of books on homeopathy and complemented by Julian Winston’s collection of books, publications, and objects, and additional materials from Hyland’s and other donors. The collection documents homeopathic practice and study from the 1800s to the early 2000s.The majority of the collection is an extensive selection of homeopathic books from the 19th century to present day; also,...
Dates: 1795 - 2018

Jack J. Rommer collection on homeopathy

 Collection
Identifier: HU.094
Overview Collection consists of early homeopathic material, including material on the Hospital Ladies' Association, Dr. Constantine Hering, Dr. Adolphus Lippe, Dr. Charles Mohr, Dr. Adolphus Fellger, homeopathic news from the time, the American Provers Union, American Institute of Homeopathy, and additional material. Also includes the first announcement and commencement invitation of the Homeopathic Medical College of Pennsylvania 1849, Women's Hospital Association, the first American Rept 1886,...
Dates: 1846-1908; Majority of material found in 1846-1870

Jacob G. Shoch medicinal and household recipe notebook

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Identifier: HU.090
Overview

A medicinal and household recipe notebook belonging to Jacob G. Shoch, consisting of various formulas, such as tomato ketchup, varnish, an ointment "good for anything," and an asthma preventative. The notebook also includes newspaper clippings and loose paper containing various recipes. Jacob G. Shoch graduated from Jefferson Medical College of Philadelphia in 1827.

Dates: 1849-1849; Majority of material found in 1849-1849

James L. Kitchen papers

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Identifier: HU.082
Overview Dr. James L. Kitchen was a prominent Philadelphia physician and homeopath who was born on March 8, 1800. Dr. Kitchen graduated from the University of Pennsylvania College of Medicine in 1822 and continued his studies in Europe until 1824. He became acquainted with homeopathy in the late 1830s and was an instrumental part of the founding and administrative function of the Homeopathic Medical College of Pennsylvania. Dr. Kitchen also worked in public health as Port Physician, and maintained a...
Dates: 1821-1840; Majority of material found in 1821-1840

Kristin Mitchell manuscript

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Identifier: ACC366
Overview

Manuscript title: “‘Her Preference was to Heal’: Women’s Choice of Homeopathic Medicine in the Nineteenth Century United States.” This manuscript, written by Kristin Mitchell in fulfillment of a thesis at the History Department of Yale University, examines “the complex relationship between women and homeopathy.”

Dates: 1989

Lewis K. Woodward papers

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Identifier: HU.138
Overview

Dr. Lewis Klair Woodward graduated from Hahnemann Medical College in 1899. After graduating, Dr. Woodward returned to his hometown of Westminster, Maryland, where he practiced medicine until the late 1950s. Collection contains the papers of Dr. Woodward, including photographs, course materials, certificates, and additional materials.

Dates: 1881-1920; Majority of material found in 1881-1920

Life and Reminiscences of Dr. Constantine Hering

 Collection
Identifier: HU.102
Overview

Arthur M. Eastman's 25 page biography of Constantine Hering. Reprinted from the Hahnemannian Monthly, August 1917 with the addition of illustrations compiled by Carl Hering, D. Sc. Published by the family for private collection. Multiple copies.

Dates: 1917-1917; Majority of material found in 1917-1917