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 GOOCH, 341 science should be removed. His book On the Diseases peculiar to Women is the most valuable work on that subject in any language ; the chapters on puerperal fever and puerperal madness are probably the most important additions to practical medicine of the present age. With regard to personal appearance, Gooch was rather below the ordinary height, and always thin ; his countenance was elegantly marked ; the dark full eyes remarkably fine ; the habitual expression made up of sagacity and melancholy, though no features could exhibit occasionally a more happy play of humour. His manners were singularly well adapted to a sick room — natural, quiet, im- pressive ; and the kindness of his heart led him to sympathize readily with the feelings of others, and rarely failed to attach his patients strongly. They who were accustomed to rely upon him merely for professional aid, will find it difficult to supply his place ; to his intimates and his family his loss is irreparable. Dr. Gooch has left three children — two boys and a girl ; his family will be moderately provided for, and his sons will inherit the inestimable advantage of their Mier's good name and example. FINIS.