| Reference number | MC/34/5 |
| Alternative reference number | 19005 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from [William] Waldorf Astor, National Health Insurance Joint Committee, Buckingham Gate, London, S.W.1., to Sir Joseph [John] Thomson, Royal Society, Burlington House, W.1. |
| Creator | Astor; William Waldorf (1848-1919) |
| Date | March 1919 |
| Description | The government expresses high appreciation for the Royal Society's work in ensuring the supply of medicinal chemicals during the war, especially synthetic drugs previously only available from Germany. The Society's collaboration with the National Health Insurance Commission led to significant scientific and commercial advancements in drug production, helping in the manufacture of vital drugs such as novocain and beta-eucaine, providing essential supplies to military and medical institutions worldwide. The work, carried out without remuneration, not only filled critical needs but also improved manufacturing processes, contributing to technological knowledge. The government acknowledges the national importance of this work. |
| Extent | 1p |
| Format | Typescript |
| Physical description | Carbon |
| Access status | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA8288 | Thomson; Sir; Joseph John (1856 - 1940); physicist | 1856 - 1940 |