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Metadata
Object Name |
Certificate |
Source |
Dover Museum |
Iowa History Era Tag |
Prosperity to the Depression (1897-1939) |
Chronological Tag |
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930) |
Catalog Number |
2018.013.009 |
Credit line |
Dover Museum - New London, Iowa |
Description |
Ernest John Lessenger received this Physician's Certificate from Drake University's of College of Medicine in 1913. After getting hs diploma, Lessenger practiced medicine in New London, Iowa, from 1914 to 1950. Content can be used with the following standards: 4th grade SS 4.25 Technological Changes in a lesson on medical advancements in the early 1900s. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions. |
Additional Research & Sources |
Lessenger was born in McPherson, Kansas in 1886 and moved with his family to Mount Pleasant at three years old. Lessenger attended Drake University while employed there as a janitor and recieved his M.D. in 1913. After graduation, Lessenger set up a practice as a physician and surgeon in New London, Iowa and became president of the Des Moines County Medical Association from 1926-1930. |
Notes on Related Objects |
Object is related to the following library resources, which can be found by searching the catalog number in the advanced search section: Catalog #: 2018.045.040 Biographical Review of Henry County, Iowa 2018.045.110- History of Medicine in Iowa 2018.045.154- Buggies, Blizzards and Babies 2018.045.158- The History of Henry County |
Primary/Secondary Source |
Significant - Local |
County Tag |
Henry |
People |
Lessenger, Ernest |
Multimedia Links |
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Search Terms |
Business & Industry Health & Wellness Higher Education Drake University |
Legal Status |
Ownership of this resource is held by the Dover Museum and has been provided here for educational purposes only, specifically for use in the Iowa Museum Association's "Teaching Iowa History" project. It may not be downloaded, reproduced or distributed in any format without written permission from the Rights Holder. For information on U.S. and International copyright laws, consult an attorney. |
