In my message a few minutes ago, I forgot to give the url for on-line access to this interesting article. It's http://www.bmj.com/cgi/content/full/321/7276/1589
You might also take a look at responses to Loudon's essay, which shows just how complicated this matter can get. At: http://www.bmj.com/cgi/eletters/321/7276/1589#13396 Loudon, I. Why are (male) surgeons still addressed as Mr? . BMJ 2000;321:1589-1591 ( 23 December ) Stephen ----------------------------------------------------------------- Stephen L. Black, Ph.D. Professor of Psychology, Emeritus Bishop's University e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 2600 College St. Sherbrooke QC J1M 1Z7 Canada ---------------------------------------------------------------------- --- To make changes to your subscription contact: Bill Southerly ([EMAIL PROTECTED])