The relationship between infection and arthritis has occupied the attention of everybody throughout the history of investigative rheu- matology, no less today than formerlyl. The present issue is a com- pilation of essays reflecting some of the facets of this particular diamond and I am especially grateful to authors and publishers alike in the unusual and tragic circumstances which attended its preparation. We were all stunned and saddened by the untimely death of Pro- fessor John Calabro which deprived us of a good friend and wise counsellor as well as a much esteemed professional...

, The Medallion, could be of interest to a variety of people. It is an interesting story for a person that just wants to be entertained by a good western read. A traveler finds the remains of a friend at Lake De Smet, Dakota Territory which causes his mind to take him back along the path that led him to that point and place in his life. The history buff might enjoy comparing their knowledge with that mentioned in the book, as that path takes him back to a time before and after the Civil War. Those that question the control of big government can find areas in the book to sink their teeth into...