SOCIETY MEETINGS. 
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On motion by Dr. Stringer, seconded by Dr. Scott, they 
were- unanimously elected by acclamation. 
Vice-President S. V. Ramsay taking the chair, Dr. S. S. 
Baker read his paper on “ The Use of Lithium in Veterinary 
Practice.” 
A great deal of interest was manifested in the discussion 
of this paper on account of this drug being a comparatively 
new remedy in veterinary practice, and by the good results 
following its use. The various salts of lithium were men- 
tioned, and the citrate chosen as being the one most applica¬ 
ble for veterinary use on account of its being readily dis¬ 
solved. Its use was advocated in azoturia on account of its 
having the power of dissolving uric acid, forming a very solu¬ 
ble salt. It is also less irritant to the stomach than the potas¬ 
sium salts generally used, while its diuretic action is the same. 
Dr. J. A. McDonnell spoke of the good results following 
the use of lithium in human medicine, and advocated a more 
extensive use in veterinary practice. 
Adjourned until afternoon. 
At the afternoon sessoin, the President called on Dr. Whit¬ 
more for his paper on “Azoturia.” This paper brought forth 
a very lengthy discussion, as is usually the case when the sub- 
[ ject is mentioned. The use of diuretics in the treatment was 
j thoroughly discussed and favored by many, while others from 
a theoretical point of view opposed their use on account of 
: the already over-stimulated condition of the kidneys, due to 
! the excess of uric acid, and advocated the use of hot fomenta¬ 
tions, the gentle stimulation of other organs, no diuretics, but 
soothing applications to the irritated kidneys, along with the 
other general treatment. 
A fresh kidney was brought in, and Dr. McDonnell gave 
a very interesting talk on the histology and physiology of 
this organ. 
The doctor was given a vote of thanks for his endeavors to 
benefit the Association, for the interest taken in our branch 
of the profession, and for his earnest work in trying to bring 
the two branches nearer together. 
The President next called on Dr. Crocker for his paper 
on “Nursing Sick Stock.” 
