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Newspaper
Tarboro Press
Location
Tarboro, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1844
Page
4
Cure for ague and fever with claims of success in bilious fever nausea debility and nervous weakness. Pills said to relieve chill fever and restore health quickly with no stomach upset and are vegetable in composition. Each box has 20 doses priced at one dollar. Apply to Geo Howard agent Varboro.
A testimonial from Isaac M. Thomas of Talladega Springs Alabama extols Dr Spencer's Vegetable Pills for sick headache dyspepsia and liver complaint. The letter claims previous remedies failed and credits Spencer's pills with significant relief and broad public benefit urging every family to keep a supply.
An 1844 Tarboro broadside promotes a tanning based leather restorer by Comstock & Co. It claims the product revives old leather, restoring softness and durability for boots, harness, carriages, and luggage. It urges readers to try the substance, noting a signature mark and local sale by Geo. Howard.
An 19th century advertisement promotes Dr William Tivans Soothing Syrup for teething distress and Evans Family Pills for a wide range of ailments including nervous disorders, digestive issues, and female conditions. It notes the Tarboro agent Geo Howard selling these medicines as of February 23.
A Vermont correspondent reports personal testimony praising Jayne's Hair Tonic from Saarravey in Bennington county dated August 4 1840. The letter by J W Lawven pastor of the Baptist church at Shafbury describes baldness relief after using two then three bottles, noting new fuzzy hair and growing prospects despite initial skepticism.
Advertises Dr Kolmstock's Vermifuge as a cure for worms claiming many deaths from unseen worms and urging parents to use the remedy. Cites usage in St John’s Park area and notes a trial costs 25 cents. Warns buyers to look for Comstock & Co engraving and marks January 26.
Dr O C Lis Improved patent machine spread Strengthening Plasters praised by doctors for invalids pains in chest back or side. Provides warmth restores strength relieves weakness and lameness. Warns lungs liver coughs and colds benefits and protection for whooping cough. Comstock Co New York wholesale.Geo Howard Tarboro sale.
A 19th century advertisement lists Warrell's Prepared Medicines including Tomato and Slippery Elm Pills for fevers and digestive issues, Slterative Extract for rheumatic and skin conditions, Buchu and Uva Ursi extract for urinary diseases, Camomile Tonic for debility, Inti spasmodic cordial for vomiting and cramps, Cough Mixture for lungs, Superfine Tooth Powder, and claims of scientific preparation. Sold by Geo. Howard agent Tarboro' January 27.
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