Famous Scholars in the Faculty of Medicine

Osborne Henry Mavor (1888 - 1951)

Dramatist, GP and Professor of Medicine at Anderson's College

Known as James Bridie, he studied at Glasgow from1905-1913. He was editor of the University Magazine and contributed drawings, light verse and stories (see below for an example of a drawing of Dr Macewen). He was responsible for the birth of ‘Daft Friday', still observed by students today. He co-founded Glasgow Citizens’ theatre and produced over 40 plays including ‘The Anatomist’.205

Image of Osborne Henry Mavor with permission of University of Glasgow Library Special Collections

Drawing by OH Mavor of William Macewen, courtesy of Medical Illustration Services, Glasgow Royal Infirmary