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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 23, 1899
Page
3
An old advertisement touts Laxa-Liver Pills for constipation and biliousness and Milburn's Sterling Headache Powder for quick relief with no after effects. It contrasts bells and burglars, endorses Dr. Low's Worm Syrup for a child, and recommends Scott's Emulsion for lung weakness while noting price and supplier Bryant and Downe in Toronto.
A historical ad fragment proclaims Burdock Blood Bitters as a cure for chronic diseases and old sores. It touts Parmelee's Vegetable Pills as a successful remedy endorsed by the public, while lampooning taxation and greed in a satirical aside.
An advertisement recounts testimonials for B B B claiming to purify impure blood and treat pimples and headaches. Mrs John Douglas of Fuller Ontario describes skin improvement after four bottles and overall health gain. A printer's joke aside, Mrs E J Neill reports instant relief from burning feet after using Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil. The ad links rich blood to strength, vigor and growth via Scott’s Emulsion.
Ad promotes Dr Von Stan's Pineapple Tablets as a cure for dyspepsia claiming unmatched curative value. It emphasizes natural pineapple content and urges readers to try the remedy for relief.
Invernean postmaster Kilbride testifies that Paine's Celery Compound saved his life nearly six years ago and kept him well since. He notes he has received over 250 letters from others seeking relief, all inspired by his earlier testimonial.
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