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md under what circumstances army veterinary appointments have 
aken place. I fear I shall find scope enough for my pen. 
Again, very lately there was every expectation of a vacancy in 
l dragoon regiment. And perceiving priority of claim not being 
ittended to, I felt I had as much right to exert my interest as others. 
. did so, and was introduced, to the Lieutenant-colonel. When 
his gentleman mentioned my name to the Professor, it was at 
>nce negatived, as being a medical man, and consequently de- 
icient in practical horse knowledge. How Mr. Coleman is aware 
)f this I know not, not having had the honour of conversing with 
lim for the last two years, and very little previously. However, 
l Mr. B. was recommended for the situation. In this case also 
he gentleman was only my contemporary at the College; evidently 
rroving that no person possessing medical knowledge can ever 
)btain the high attainments of veterinary qualification. 
In reading the account of the last veterinary meeting, I could 
lot help observing, that this very gentleman, Mr. B. disclaimed 
my interested motive in espousing the Professor’s cause. Me- 
nory will be treacherous ; consequently it was forgotten all about 
Iris regiment. However, the vacancy did not occur; so all remains 
n statu quo. I am perfectly aware there are many gentlemen 
<vho have a priority of claim to myself, and are very likely more 
competent. Let the recommendation, then, take its course as it 
)ught to do; but not by sophistry and disparagement. 
I have the honor to remain, 
Gentlemen, 
Your’s, See.. 
John Green. 
Lewisham, 
August 22, 1829. 
rWO LETTERS RECEIVED BY MR. LANGWORTHY. 
FOR the two following valuable letters on the same subject we 
are indebted to Mr. Langworthy. We feel much pleasure in in¬ 
serting them; conceiving they will be perused with interest by 
die profession, and trusting that their worthy and well-meaning 
authors will not feel displeased at having publicity given to them. 
It was with infinite pleasure that I read your spirited letter in 
“The Veterinarian” for February last. I cordially agree in 
every sentiment expressed in the letter, particularly where you 
recommend a plan to the profession to raise themselves from their 
