The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-04-17

DIR. CHARLES NJ. SHIELDS.
and throat caused his brother physicians
20 send many such cases TO him. His
practice in this brahch of the profession
grew SO rapidly that he finally decided to
devote his time exclusively to IT, with a
success mat is too well known to need
comment.
AT THE MEDICAL COLLEGE
DR.. Shields lcctured at the Medical Col
lege Of Virginia on diseases of the eye. ear
and throat fOr a number of years and in
1893 the position was elevated to a pro-
fessorship. the chair being practically
created for him. He held the position at
the time of his death
DIR. Shields was a member Of the Amer
lean Laryngological Society, an honor
which few attain. as the membership Is
limited TO a small number. and they must
be specialists Of high standing
He was also a member Of the Richmond
Academy OF Medicine and Surgery. ana
was one Of the presidents of the organi-
zation: the Medical Society of Virginia.
and the American Medical Association.
before which bodies he read many valu-
able papers. In addition to these he was
frequent contributor to medical journals.
and he was consulted frequently by mem
bers Of the medical profession Of other
States and many came hundreds of miles
10 be treated by him
REMARKABLE SUCCESS.
Dr. Shields remarkable success in his
specially Was uue almost entirely To- his
Weil-deVelOped intellect and common
sense and ceaseless industry. Every OPP
portunlty TO widen his knowledge was
eagerly grasped, and he made several
Trips 10 Europe. combining some pleasure
with great deal OF earnest work in per-
iectlng himself in his chosen profession.
His visits TO New York and elsewhere
no mn nI.1.a|
quent.
DR.. Shields was a man of most exem-
plary character, genial disposition, and
pleasant address and he won the good
will Of all with whom he came in contact.
Especially was this the case with his
brother physicians and those most init
mately associated with him.
one of DR.. Shields most conspicuous
traits was his generosity. No person in
need of his services was ever turned away
because of lack OF money. one instance
among many Is that OF man without
cent. who applied to him for medical aid.
A very tedious and difficult operation
lasting AL day. was necessary. but with
out hesitation he devoted the time to the
case, turning away ten or fifteen other
patients. This viii serve TO illustrate the
love of his fellow-creatures, which be
fitted the true physician.
DR.. Shields was confirmed in the Epis-
copal Church when seventeen years old.
and at the time OF his death was mem
her OF the vestry OF st. Pauis church
and an active churchman.
HIS FAMILY.
DR.. Shields married Miss Margaret New.
Of Missouri about fifteen years ago. -Four
children one boy and three girls. the cid
est about thirteen years OF age survive
with his widow. The children are Misses
Maggie Caroline and Harriet and Master
Charles NJ Jr
Dr. Shields father Mr.. James Wyatt
Shields passed away on January 9th last
at his home. in this city, full OF years
and honors. having reached the advanced
age Of eighty-siX He was married twice
one son Rev. James w. Shields. was the
result Of the first marriage lie died al
orkney Springs on August l. 1890. leaving
n widow and one daughter.
Mr. Shields later married MISS Ca no
Shields. ne being the only son. MIS-
Shields was stricken down few months
before the death Of her husband, ana
while still living. paralysis prevents her
leaving her bod
THE FUNERAL.
The funeral services will take place
from ST. Paurs church at s o'clock this
afternoon. conducted by Rev. Hartley
Carmichael. ID. D.. rector OF tho church.
assisted by Rev. Il. A. Goodwin. rector
OF 81. Johns. The interment will he
made in Hollywood. The students of the
Medical College OF Virginia will attend
In a body.
The pall-bearers have been selected as
follows:
Actiye-Drs. Christopher Tampkins.
Lewis G. Bosher. George Ben Johnson,
w. Augustus Lee. Thomas -. Merrick.
and u. ID. Spalding. and Messrs. Horace
Halves and Thomas L. Moore.
Honorary-Dr James B. McCaw. Or.
George Ross Messrs. J. Aston Cabell.
r. Ran Wexford w. c. Bentley. John
Young. b. Il. Munford. Frank II. Deane.
Charles Davenport. Major Robert Stiles.
and Colonel T.. j.. Hobson.
The honorary pall-bearers compose the
remaining members Of the yestry OF st.
Pauls.
RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED.
At meeting Of the faculty OF the Medi-
cal College OF Virginia at the college yes
terday afternoon the following resolutions
were reported by a committee. consisting
OF Drs. j. y. Upshur G. Tompkins. and
l. G. Bosher. and adopted
''The faculty Of the Medical College
OF Virginia have learned with sincere sor-
row OF the death Of their friend and col
league. DR.. Charles NJ Shields long as
rocaated with the college, first as an
earnest student and distinguished grad
uate .as lecturer. and later as professor
highly appreciated as teacher and be-
loved as man by his students. His
colleagues feel that his loss 20 them
cannot be repaired. They. therefore. de-
eire TO place on record this testimonial
OF their affection and esteem. therefore,
Resolved, That In the death OF Pro-