Observations addressed to the chemists and druggists of Great Britain on the Pharmaceutical Society / by Jacob Bell.

  • Bell, Jacobus, -1859.
Date:
[1841]
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Credit: Observations addressed to the chemists and druggists of Great Britain on the Pharmaceutical Society / by Jacob Bell. Source: Wellcome Collection.

Provider: This material has been provided by Royal College of Physicians, London. The original may be consulted at Royal College of Physicians, London.

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    each Member and Associate; and it would, in fact, be impossible to meet the views of every individual among us in this particular. This subject was, therefore, amply and im- partially considered by the Committee ; and in making the subscription Two Guineas for Members, and One Guinea for Associates, they were unanimous in the opinion that the ob- jects of the institution might be effected; and, at the same time that every person connected with it would either directly or indirectly receive at least an equivalent for his contribution. The sale of Patent Medicines is subject to a tax of two guineas per annum ; and, although this is considered a grievance, and in many cases the profit during the year may not cover the amount, yet few, if any, Chemists renounce the privilege on this account. But, surely, from what has been already stated with respect to the Pharmaceutical Society, it is evident that, even in an interested point of view, the preservation of our present advantages in general business with the escape from external interference, is an inducement to become connected with it, which far exceeds the privilege of selling “quack medicines.” If it be urged that the country members ought to pay a smaller subscription than those residing in London, it may be observed that they will equally enjoy the benefits of pro- tection, recognition, representation, and increased respecta- bility ; and may, in case of need, avail themselves of the resources of the Benevolent Fund. The system of education will indirectly extend to them; the correspond- ence between the London establishment and the members in all parts of the country will be mutually advantageous; and all parties will have the satisfaction of contributing towards the elevation of the trade into a scientific and pro- fessional character. It should be recollected that the chief labour of conduct-