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Newspaper
Public Ledger
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Oct 18, 1760
Page
3
An 18th century advertisement extols Balm of Gilead as the finest remedy for internal decay and lung complaints. It claims sixty drops in water imitate milk, boasts universal curative powers for bleeding ulcers pains and weakness, and cites expert authority. Available at Mr. Kearfly's in Ludgate Street for five shillings per bottle with directions.
An old pamphlet promotes Pectoral Balsam of Honey as a remedy for coughs consumption and lung complaints with claims of its balsamic virtue. It describes dosage uses and asserts air and water combined with balsam provide health benefits. Available bottled for 3s at Baldwin and Jackson booksellers with directions.
Public notice announces approval of Edward Calvert's Royal Letters Patent for a violet cordial. The remedy, praised for reviving spirits, aiding digestion, and warming the stomach, is sold at 24 shillings per gallon with dealer discounts from Calvert's Violet Cordial Warehouse in North Fleet Street London.
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