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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1906
Page
8
An 1900s style ad warns that neglecting a cold may lead to influenza pneumonia or consumption and promotes Peps as a universal remedy. It claims Peps can be taken anytime by anyone and details its antiseptic pine essence action from mouth to lungs while noting it eases phlegm and prevents complications.
The article explains bronchitis as inflammation of the air passages and lining, with symptoms like cough and fever. It recommendspine fumes from Peps inhaled or steam from a kettle to ease irritation and loosen phlegm for relief.
In a period piece on asthma, the article notes susceptibility to fiery air from towns and factories, with morning attacks and breathing distress. It recommends dissolving Peps on the tongue to soothe nerves, loosen mucus, and ease suffocation, urging chronic sufferers to keep a box handy.
Advertisement touts Peps Pastille as a trusted family medicine for coughs colds and chest conditions without opiates or irritants. It claims digestive benefits and safety for children, offers a free trial sample, and lists Sydney addresses for the Sole Proprietors.
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