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Liquid laxative syrup and assorted goods advertised
An 1890s newspaper page advertises Syrup of Figs by the California Fig Syrup Co with claims of health benefits and non objectionable ingredients. It also lists household products, shoes, hats, chocolate, water work services, No-To-Bae tobacco cure, and legal blanks. Local retailers F C Robins & Co and E Braxnart & Co are mentioned along with various promotions and notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Co
W. A. Brown
Sterling Remedy Co
New York
Chicago
St. Louis Journal of Agriculture
St. Louis
F.C. Robina & Co