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Newspaper
Tarboro Press
Location
Tarboro, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1844
Page
4
Advertisement for R Aulls Baar ette Ween D Ant i Fever S308 medicine claims to cure fever ague bilious fever nausea and debility. Promises rapid relief on day one with fits of gratitude from physicians and users. Pills are plant based with a single dollar price per bottle advertised via Geo Howard agent Tarboro.
An 1842 testimonial ad praises Dr Spencer’s Vegetable Pills as a public blessing erupting in popularity across states. Isaac M. Thomas of Talladega Springs Alabama reports long headaches dyspepsia and liver issues improving after months on the pills, claiming superior relief versus Heckwith Peters Champion and Bratdreth pills and urging others to use Spencer’s medicine. General booster note underscores value and family necessity.
An 1844 advertisement touts a new chemical oil of tannin for leather. It allegedly restores aged leather to a like new softness and polish, makes boots shoes harness and trunks water impervious, and doubles wear life. The note urges readers to disregard skeptics and to seek the genuine Comstock & Co. product sold by Geo. Howard in Tarboro.
Letter from J W Sawer pastor of the Baptist church Shaftsbury Vt Aug 4 1840 endorses Jaynes Hair Tonic after personal use bringing noticeable regrowth from baldness. He cites long baldness age 46 and describes initial skepticism then gradual hair improvement convincing peers of the product’s efficacy.
A Jan 26 notice touts Dr Kolmstock s Vermifuge as a cure for worms and a pure purgative. It claims widespread benefit, cites cases in St Johns Park area, warns to buy only with proper label and Comstock Co. New York marking, and lists Geo Howard Tarboro as the seller.
Dr O C Lins Improved patent machine spread Strengthening Plasters praised by doctors for chest back and side pains and general weakness. Claimed to restore strength and warmth, relieve lung irritation, and prevent lung issues. recommended for whooping cough and cold related issues. Comstock Co New York wholesaler. Geo Howard Tarboro offers for sale.
Drs A J Harrell presents a range of prepared medicines including Tomato and Slippery Elm Pills for fevers liver issues jaundice headaches and digestive troubles. Also published are Sarsaparilla Blood Root extracts for bone pains sores rheumatism and syphilis, plus Buchu Uva Ursi for urinary disorders and a Camphorated cordial for vomiting diarrhea and cholera. A cough mixture and tooth powder complete the line. For sale by Geo Howard Tarboro. d for sweet</analysis>
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