and worked under my supervision
- tendency, for
with
and
He
some years.
He now visits Chicago
a member of private practices
as well
as
scientific observation,
I believe he will merit
whatever countenance or aid
you may
be disposed to afford.
Believe me
(signed) Richard Owen
To Sir John Bowring.
Edin
N: 1
53
Jn 18 1836
171
From Mr Goodsir, Professor
of Anatomy, &c. in
the University of Edinburgh
Mr. John Falconer Member
of the Royal College of Surgeons,
England, acted for two years as Senior Demonstrator in the University of Edinburgh - Mr. Falconer fulfilled his duties in the most satisfactory manner, proved himself to be an intelligent
and dexterous Anatomist.
As he is most anxious
to serve as a Medical Officer
in the Army; I have,
I have no hesitation
in acceding to his request for a
testimonial