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founded statement ,” he however concludes, iC never was put upon a 
public record .” 
On this subject of chemistry I shall only farther refer you to the 
three following circumstances : — 
First — Professor Dick, at the last examinations, awarded a 
medal to that student, who, in the first year of his studies, should 
undergo the best examination in chemistry. 
This prize was decided by the Board of Examiners. 
Secondly — Dr. Wilson, the lecturer on chemistry in connexion 
with the Edinburgh Veterinary College, awarded two medals for 
the best essays on the application of chemistry to veterinary 
medicine and agriculture. These were also decided by Dr. Wilson 
and the Board of Examiners. 
Thirdly — The Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland 
awarded a medal to the student who distinguished himself most 
highly at the examinations for his proficiency in chemistry 
generally .” 
With such facts, Sir, which you could easily have obtained, 
could you ever dream of the reality of Professor Dick protesting 
against chemistry being TAUGHT in his class ? 
In conclusion, I shall now leave the matter in the hands of the 
Council of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, courting 
most sincerely a thorough and impartial investigation ; and though 
personally unacquainted with nearly all the members thereof, yet 
I know that there are gentlemen there, who, for the sake of pro- 
bity and justice, will impartially, candidly, and thoroughly, inves- 
tigate the point in dispute. 
On the honour of these gentlemen I fully and safely rely ; and 
whenever it be deemed necessary to proceed further, I shall be 
happy to repeat and substantiate all that I have written. 
I have the honour to remain, 
Sir, your’s, &c., 
Jas. Mercer, M.D., F.R.C.S.E. 
Lecturer on Anatomy, & c., and Member of the 
Edinburgh Veterinary Examining Board. 
50, North umberland-street, 
Edinburgh, July 10,1845. 
Edinburgh Veterinary College. 
[From the “ Edinburgh Evening Courant,” July 10, 1845]. 
HIGHLAND AND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY OF SCOTLAND. 
The general meeting of this Society was held in their Hall, 
Albyn-place, on Tuesday (July 8th). The Right Hon. Viscount 
Melville was called to the chair. 
