A Lentz's Compact Operating Case, No. 10, Style A, as seen on page 45 of the "Charles Lentz and Sons' Illustrated Catalogue and Price List". The kit includes, among other things, several surgical instruments, including scalpels, a saw, a tourniquet, as well as a trepanning set.
Madden, Joseph W., MD W. A. Baum Company, Incorporated William Anthony Baum, MD
Published / Created:
ca. early-mid 20th century
Collection Title:
Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:
Box 041
Image Count:
3
Alternative Title:
Sphygmomanometer
Description:
A Lifetime Baumanometer—also labeled the 'Kompak Model'. The device is housed in a wooden box with many of the needed pieces included. metal plate at the bottom of the case provides a chart of ages and average systolic, diastolic, and pulse readings. Further stated, "these averages compare with readings obtained on over 500,000 life insurance applicants".
Forbes, Thomas Rogers (1911- ) Johnson and Johnson
Collection Title:
Medical Instrument Collection
Container / Volume:
Box 042
Image Count:
1
Alternative Title:
Fumigator
Description:
A Lister's brand Formaldehyde Fumigator, efficient for a 1,000 cubic foot space. This specific instrument was used at the Bates College Infirmary in Lewiston, Maine, circa 1920. Also includes an instructional booklet.