Clippings, undated, 1896, 1917

This collection contains newspaper clippings, letters and a photograph pertaining to the medical career of Dr. Samuel Goodman, one of Boston's earliest Jewish physicians and founder of the Boston Medical Society. Letters to the Jewish Advocate from Goodman's daughter include basic biographical information and clarify the role Goodman played in the establishment of Beth Israel Hospital. Also included is a Board of Registration in Medicine certificate, dated 1917, and published letters and articles written by Goodman. The photograph depicts Goodman holding a suitcase with petitions regarding the Leo Frank case.