Abstract
Cleveland offered some of the earliest examples of progressive methods in medical organization, and proof of development in this line has been offered in a little brochure, just issued, entitled "The Academy of Medicine of Cleveland—Reports of Officers and Committees—1904." This pamphlet is an inspiration to hearty co-operative work, and should be read especially by those connected with similar societies. The reports can not adequately be summarized, but a few points may be noted to show the range of the work done. A special committee interviewed the newspaper editors regarding the protection of the members of the society from objectionable publicity. The regulation of ambulance service was considered, unethical medical institutions were investigated by a committee, and a city ordinance was secured that reduced the casualties of the Fourth of July celebration. The project for the academy and library to own a permanent home that would conveniently house all the
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