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Local patent remedies and medical ads in 1892 paper
A jumble of patent medicine pitches and cures from De Witt’s products to Kings King Bitters notes. Vendors praise Downs Elixir Sarsaparilla Witch Hazel Salve and Panacea for coughs colds and lung trouble with claims of quick relief and universal use. Also mentions rail stock loss and a seven foot beard.
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de Witt
Jas
Barnitz
J. B. Wilson
Clay St
Sharpsburgh
Dr. King
Ja Grippe
Robert Barber
Cooksport