Printed biographical sketch of Elisha Townsend, circa 1900
File — Box: 2
Scope and Contents
Includes published portrait drawing. Elisha was trained as a watchmaker, tried his hand on stage, and in 1832 turned to dentistry. He was a founder of the American Society of Dental Surgeons AND THE Philadelphia College of Dental Surgeons, among other achievements.
Dates
- Creation: circa 1900
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research.
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