Bill S. Schnall, M.D. was a practicing pediatrician, in Shoreline, Washington. In 2004, Dr Schnall was elected to the medical executive committee of Seattle Children’s Hospital, where he has practiced since 1976. Dr. Schnall served as president of the medical staff from 2002 to 2003.
Dr. Schnall was a master gardener and a recurrent participant in the annual Richmond Beach Garden Tour. He served as President of the Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Foundation, in 2010. Dr. Schnall also served as Shoreline School Board president.
Arranged in 6 series.
Collection of late nineteenth and early twentieth century pharmaceuticals, supplements, therapeutic and medical instruments. Pharmaceuticals are in solid, powder or liquid form.
Items in this collection are medications which may cause a negative reaction if mishandled. The use of latex or nitrile gloves and a mask are required when handling materials. Wash hands after handling. Some liquid containers out gas which may result in unusual or unpleasant odors. Packaging, containers, labels and package inserts are fragile.
Access to the collection is restricted. Contact University of Washington Libraries Special Collections for details.
Items in this collection are medications which may cause a negative reaction if mishandled. The use of latex or nitrile gloves and a mask are required when handling materials. Wash hands after handling. Some liquid containers out gas which may result in unusual or unpleasant odors. Packaging, containers, labels and package inserts are fragile.
Creator's copyrights transferred to the University of Washington Libraries Special Collections.
Bill S. Schnall, M.D.
Inhalants are medications breathed in through the nose or mouth.
Manufactured by E.C. DeWitt & Co., Chicago, IL
Used to treat nasal catarrh and viruses.
Manufactured by United Drug Co., Boston
63% alcohol aromatic. Used to prevent and treat fainting.
Handwritten bottle: 7.
Manufactured by Winthrop Laboratories, New York, N.Y.
Neo-synephrine and antihistaminic decongestant.
Handwritten on side of box: XCA, 143.
Manufactured by McKesson & Robbins, New York
For use as inhalant, often for cold symptoms.
Handwritten bottle: 39.
Manufactured by S. Pfeiffer Mfg., St. Louis, MO
Contains ephedrine. Used for head colds and nose and throat irritations.
Manufactured by Dermer's Pharmacy, Brooklyn, N.Y.
Used to treat nasal congestion and sinus pressure.
Manufactured by R. Schiffmann Co., Los Angeles, Calif.
Used to relieve bronchial asthmatic paroxysms. Contains stramonium.
Scratched on container bottom: 10/31/53.
Manufactured by E.C. Powers Co., Boston, Mass.
Provides relief for acute paroxysms of asthma.
Manufactured by Davis Eucalyptus Laboratories, Oakland, California, U.S.A.
Use Instructions: For ext. appl. or internal vapor inhalation.
Manufactured by R. Schiffman Co., Los Angeles, Calif., U.S.A.
Contains stramonium and belladonna. Use Instructions: To be Burned and Inhaled Only.
Antibiotics are medications that destroy or slow down bacterial growth by killing bacteria. Doctors prescribe them to treat bacterial infections.
E.R. Squibb & Son, New York, NY
Trisulfapyrimidines. Used to treat urinary tract infections, bronchitis, and prostatitis.
Physicians' Chemical & Drug Co., Chicago, IL
Used to treat urinary tract infections, cystitis, and albuminuria.
Handwritten on bottle: NU, NU Hwd.
American Druggists Syndicate, New York, NY
Used to treat urinary complaints and ulceration of the kidneys due to infection.
G.W. Carnrick Co., New York, NY
Used to treat Tuberculosis.
Parke, Davis & Co., Detroit, MI
Used to treat bladder infections.
Wyeth, Philadelphia, PA
Penicillin. Used to treat general infection.
Abbott Laboratories, Chicago, IL
Used to treat urinary infection.
Upjohn Company, Kalamazoo, MI
Used to treat malaria.
Antidotes are medications taken to counteract a poison. They are made using naturally occurring substances, animal antibodies, or other ingredients.
Eli Lilly & Co., Indianapolis, IA
Used to treat general poisoning.
Mallinckrodt Chemical Works, Chicago, IL
Used to treat cyanide poisoning.
Antiparasitic medications are a group of medications that are used in the management and treatment of infections by parasites.
S. Pfeiffer Mfg. Co., St. Louis, MO
Used as a treatment of large round worms. Contains senna, cascara, and 6% alcohol.
Montgomery Ward & Co, St Louis, MO
Used to treat malaria.
Stamped on container bottom: PAT'D May 17, 18
Murray & Nickell, Chicago IL
Used to treat parasitic infections causing diarrhoea, dysentery, and remittent fevers.
Cold medications are treatments designed to relieve cold symptoms such as fever, cough, and chills.
W.T. Rawleigh Co., Free Port, IL
To aid in relief of minor throat irritations, coughing, hoarseness, and temporary loss of voice.
Fraser Tablet Co., New York, NY
Used to treat head colds and rhinorrhea.
The WM. S. Merrell Co., Cincinnati, OH
A mouthwash to treat sore throat due to colds.
Eli Lilly & Co., Indianapolis, IN
Used to clear mucus from airways.
Anahist Co. Inc., New York, NY
For symptomatic relief of colds and hay fever.
D. Ransom Son & Co., Buffalo, NY
A stimulant and expectorant used to loosen phlegm.
Parke, Davis & Co., Detroit, MI
An expectorant and sudorific.
National Licorice Co., Brooklyn, NY
Used to treat coughs due to colds.
Sauter Laboratories, Nutley, NJ
Used to treat coughs due to colds.
Manufacturer note on box: Free sample.
Carter Medicine Co., New York, NY
Used to treat symptoms of the common cold, hay fever, and allergies.
Handwritten label on bottom of glass bottle reads: 8190 Port Townsend.
S.B. Penick & Co., New York, NY
Used to reduce inflammation of the mucus membranes.
Handwritten on container: 1L, 3-12.7
Diuretics, or "water pills", are medications that help increase the amount of water and salt expelled from the body as urine. They are used in the treatment of heart failure, influenza, certain kidney diseases, and other ailments.
Henry K. Wampole & Co., Philadelphia, PA
Used to treat rheumatism, lumbago, and Bright's disease.
Label affixed to box bottom reads: White Rose Antiques, $18.00, WR6563.
Plough Inc., New York, NY
Theobromine, methylene blue, and extract of uva ursi.
Handwritten on box lid: ya / 50.
The Knox Company, Kansas City, MO
A diuretic and antispasmotic compound.
Rexall Drug Co., Los Angeles, CA
A diuretic for adults and animals.
Handwritten on container: 19.
Murray & Nickell, Chicago, IL
A diuretic and diaphoretic used to treat scrofula, syphilis, leucorrhoea, and rheumatism.
E.C. DeWitt & Co., New York, NY
A diuretic stimulant for kidneys made from potash nitrate, methylene blue, and uva ursi.
E. Bilhuber Inc., Orange, NJ
Theobromine sodio-salicylate.
S. Pfeiffer Mfg., St. Louis, MO
Made from extract of buchu, uva ursi, and methylene blue.
Gastrointestinal treatments are medications in the form of pills or liquids such as laxatives, antacids, anti-dyspeptics, and anti-diarrheals.
E.R. Squibb & Sons Inc., New York, NY
An intestinal lubricant used to treat constipation.
Pilgrim Home Products Company, Portland, OR
A laxative and cathartic.
McKesson & Robbins Inc., New York, NY
A laxative and cathartic for medicinal and fumigating purposes.
Pierce's Proprietaries, Buffalo, NY
Laxative pellets containing podophylin.
E.C. DeWitt & Co., Chicago, IL
A laxative containing amidopyrine & quinine.
Best Products Corp., Seattle, WA
Cascara Bromide Laxative.
Davies' Drug Store, Rochester, WA
Used as laxative. Recommended to mix with milk or molasses.
McKesson & Robbins Inc., New York, NY
A laxative used for medicinal and fumigating purposes.
Stanlabs, Portland, OR
Used as a laxative. 18% alcohol by volume.
Label affixed to bottle cap reads:Bartell Drugs, K7 YD, $13?.
International Chemical Co., Rochester, NY
Used to treat symptoms of indigestion, dyspepsia, and heartburn.
Chester-Kent Inc., Saint Paul, MN
A laxative for the temporary relief from constipation.
Handwritten on bottle: 1.25.
Cunningham Drug Ltd., British Columbia
A mineral oil laxative containing petrolatum.
Carter Products Inc., New York, NY
A laxative used to relieve head aches and dizziness due to constipation.
Lash's Bitters Co., New York, NY
A laxative used to treat constipation, biliousness, and indigestion.
Peacock Chemical Co., St. Louis, MO
A laxative prepared from chionanthus virginica.
Rexall Drug Co., Los Angeles, CA
A saline laxative and purgative for constipation.
Handwritten on container: V12, 21.
Ho Ming Sing Tong, China
A laxative used to treat constipation, biliousness, and indigestion.
United Drug Co., Boston, MA
A laxative and cathartic.
Container seal is unbroken.
Handwritten on container top: JO/75, 25.
Grove Laboratories, St. Louis, MO
A mild laxative and cathartic.
Signature of E.W. Grove on top of container.
American Ferment Co., Inc., New York, NY
A mild laxative used to treat constipation, biliousness, and indigestion.
Two unopened, paper-wrapped, boxes, each containing 16 tablets.
Humphrey's Homeopathic Medicine Co., New York, NY
Laxative Tablets containing phenopthalein.
Handwritten on container: 65.
Peruna Co., Columbus, OH
A gentle laxative used to treat constipation and associated symptoms.
Handwritten on container: DL.
Miles Laboratories, Inc. Elkhart, IN
A mild laxative containing Aloin, Ipecac, Podophyllin.
Handwritten on box lid: Ha / 25
The Lee Specialty Co., Detroit, MI
A laxative, tonic, and blood builder used to improve digestion and appetite.
Brown's Iron Bitters Co., St. Louis, MO
Used to treat indigestion, dyspepsia, fevers, and improve appetite.
Spencer Kellogg & Sons, New York, NY
A laxative used to treat constipation, biliousness, and indigestion.
Bristol-Myers Co.
A laxative and cathartic containing sodium sulphate, sodium chloride, and sodium bicarbonate.
Sandhill Drug Co. Inc., Southern Pines, NC
A laxative used to treat constipation, biliousness, and indigestion.
S.B. Goff & Sons Co., Camden, NJ
Used to treat constipation, heartburn, sour stomach, and belching.
Schieffelin & Co., New York, NY
A formula of strychninae, ipecac, piper nig. and gentianae.
Label affixed to bottom of bottle reads: 1.
Label affixed to side of bottle reads: Poison.
Rolfe's Drug Store, Hoquiam, WA
An anti-diarrheal formula containing codeine, kaolin, and bismuth.
American Ferment Co., New York, NY
Used to treat heartburn. 7/8 oz. Physicians Sample container.
American Ferment Co., New York, NY
Used to treat heartburn.
Whitehall Pharmacal Co., New York, NY
Used to treat upset stomach due to gastric hyperacidity.
Wyeth Chemical Co., New York, NY
Used to treat gastric hyperacidity.
United Drug Co., Boston, MA
An antacid used to treat gastric hyperacidity.
S.B. Penick & Co., New York, NY
Used for treating a variety of stomach ailments such as hiccups, colic, and hemorrhoids.
Distributed by Spokane Drug Company, Spokane, WA.
Handwritten on box: DB#, 5c oz.
S.B. Penick & Co., New York, NY
Used to treat constipation and heart burn.
Distributed by Spokane Drug Company, Spokane, WA.
Handwritten on box: EOX#, 10c oz.
American Ferment Co., Buffalo, NY
A supplement used to cleanse the stomach in order to optimize absorbative conditions.
Nyal Company, Detroit, MI
Used to treat constipation, biliousness, and indigestion.
Handwritten on box: He 25.
James F. Ballard Inc., St. Louis, MO
Used to treat constipation, biliousness, and indigestion.
Handwritten on box: 1E / 30c.
Lenwells Inc., Chicago, IL
A laxative containing acetophenetidin podophyll.
Blumauer-Frank Drug Co., Portland, OR
Used to treat biliousness, constipation, sick headache, and liver complaints.
Garfield Tea Company, Brooklyn, NY
A laxative and diuretic.
Consolidated Royal Chemical Co., Chicago, IL
For temporary constipation and relief of related headaches.
Handwritten on box: RR / 60.
E.C. DeWitt & Co., Chicago, IL
Used to treat gastric hyperacidity.
American Ferment Co., Buffalo, NY
Used to treat constipation, biliousness, and indigestion.
Used to induce vomiting to counter poisoning.
H.K. Mulford Co., Philadelphia, PA
Used to treat constipation.
F. J. Cheney & Company, Toledo, OH
Used to treat headaches, dizziness, vertigo, & constipation.
E.C. DeWitt & Co., Chicago, IL
A laxative containing aloin and podophylin.
Winthrop Chemical Co., New York, NY
An antacid containing aluminum hydroxide.
F.J. O'Neill Medicine Co., St. Louis, MO
Used to treat ailments of the stomach and kidneys.
McKesson & Robbins Inc., New York, NY
Used to aid in digestion.
Handwritten on box: 25c.
International Proprieties Inc., Dayton, OH
Used to treat constipation, biliousness, and indigestion.
International Proprietaries Inc., Dayton, OH
Used to treat constipation, biliousness, and indigestion.
The E.L. Patch Company, Stoneham, MA
Used to treat stomach ache, intestinal parasites, and weak digestion.
Eli Lilly & Co., Indianapolis, IN
Used to treat gastric hyperacidity.
Merck, New York, NY
A purgative to aid in expelling waste.
Handwritten on container: ? oz.
Glenbrook Lab, New York, NY
A laxative for infants and children.
Lenwells, Inc., Chicago, IL
Used to help cold symptoms and promote free bowel movement.
Container is unopened.
Homeopathy is a system of alternative medicine whose practitioners use various homeopathic treatments based on the principle of "like cures like". Homeopathic treatments are often considered ineffective, as the dilution process used to create them renders the final product without an active ingredient.
Dr. Willmar Schwabe, Leipzig, Germany
Humphreys Homeopathic Medicine, New York, NY
Used to treat enlarged glands.
Unopened container containing 32 tablets.
Handwritten on front label: 35.
Humphreys Homeopathic Medicine, New York, NY
Used to treat cold symptoms.
Unopened container containing 32 tablets.
Humphreys Homeopathic Medicine, New York, NY
Used to treat fever blisters.
Unopened container containing a powdered preparation.
Handwritten on front label: 65.
Humphreys Homeopathic Medicine, New York, NY
Used to treat simple headaches.
Unopened container containing a powdered preparation.
Handwritten on front label: 25.
John Wyeth & Brothers, Philadelphia, PA
Ancient Mayan medicine used to cure cough and other respiratory diseases. Also used as an aphrodisiac and hallucinogen.
Handwritten on bottle: VAI 5oz.
Carter, Carter & Meigs, Boston, MA
Historical reference for use as a tea for the treatment of diabetes and rheumatism. Homeopathic treatment of dysentery, intestinal parasites, gonorrhea and menstrual problems
Distributed by Highland Pharmacy, Holyoke, MA
Lloyd Brothers Pharmacist Inc., Cincinnati, OH
Used to treat a variety of illnesses and symptoms.
Humphreys Homeopathic Medicine, New York, NY
Used to treat fevers and inflammation.
Gross and Delbridge Homeopathic Pharmacy, Chicago, IL
Used to treat fevers, colds, and diarrhea.
P.H. Mallen & Co., Chicago, IL
A nerve remedy used to treat nervous affections such as vertigo, delirium, and twitching.
Boericke & Tafel Homeopathic Pharmacy, Chicago, IL
Used to treat various ailments of the stomach.
The Ensign Remedies, Frankford, Philadelphia, PA
Pain and anti-inflammatory medication that is administered orally.
Powers and Weightman Manufacturing Chemists, Philadelphia, PA
Used to alleviate symptoms of stomach ache and intestinal ulcers.
Handwritten on label: 15c.
Eli Lilly & Company, Indianapolis, IN
Chocolate coated pills that have opioid properties.
Handwritten label on bottle reads: In stock, Feb25 1919.
Handwritten on bottle: 2c new.
The Norito Co., Chicago, IL
Relieves muscle aches and pains. Contains aspirin and calcium salicylate.
Handwritten on box: R&R 200.
Williams S.L.K. Laboratories, Kansas City, MS
Relieves rheumatic pains, gouty pains, and lumbago.
Pierce's Proprietaries Inc., Buffalo, NY
Relieves period pains, backache, and nervousness.
Tag affixed to bottle neck reads: Snohomish-Centralia-LaFayette, Dr. Pierce's. Description Bottle; Inventory No. 3063; Space No. 25; $ Part.
Eli Lilly & Company, Indianapolis, IN
A narcotic substitute for opium.
The Eopa Company, San Francisco, CA
Relieves aches and pains of simple neuritis.
Miles Laboratories, Elkhart, IN
Used to treat pain due to headaches and menstrual pain.
Peninsular Chemical Co., Detroit, MI
A pain medication containing acetanilide.
D.O. Guy Inc., Seattle, WA
Used to treat headaches, pain, and cramps.
handwritten on bottle: 2/8 ?.
Weeks & Leo Company Inc., Des Moines, IA
Used to treat simple neuralgia.
CaPhenin Chemical Company, Waverly, IW
A pain medication containing benzocaine, iodized calcium, and menthol.
Bottle is unopened and sealed in paper wrap.
Anglo-American Pharmaceutical, New York, NY
Used to treat muscle aches and soreness.
Container is unopened and sealed in printed paper wrapping.
Sandoz Pharmaceutical, New York, NY
Used to treat headaches.
Sedatives are substances used to induce sedation by reducing excitatory nervous system activity.
Wyeth, Philadelphia, PA
Used to treat anxiety and induce muscle relaxation.
H.K. Mulford Co., New York, NY
An antispasmotic and nerve sedative medication.
Parke, Davis & Co., Detroit, MI
A sedative made from night-blooming cereus.
Mallinckrodt Co., Chicago, IL
A sedative to treat insomnia and anxiety. Often used in surgery preparation.
Handwritten on bottle: x2.
Bottle is unopened and sealed in paper wrap.
Lloyd Brothers Pharmacists, Cincinnati, OH
Used to treat sleeplessness.
Rio Chemical Co., New York, NY
To treat functional nervous disorders.
Sino-Canadian Drugs, Ontario, Canada
Used to treat anaemia nervous debility and loss of appetite.
Stimulants are drugs that increase the activity of the central nervous system.
Manufactured by Eli Lilly & Company, Indianapolis, IN
Hypodermic tablets for use in treating high blood levels of the waste product ammonia.
Manufactured by McKesson & Robbins, New York, NY
Label affixed to the bottom of the bottle reads: 9/90 Martha's Vineyard.
Manufactured by Mallinkrood Chemical Works, New York, NY
Used as a stimulant in Veterinary medicine.
Poison.
Topicals are medications and other treatments that are applied to the surface of the skin.
Antiseptics are chemical agents used to stop the growth of micro-organisms on external surfaces of the body to prevent infection.
Spokane Drug Co., Spokane, WA
Apply to burns and open wounds.
Purepac Corporation, New York, NY
Use Instructions: Apply to open wounds.
C.A. Mosso Co., Chicago, IL
Wet dressing made of linseed oil, to be applied to open wounds.
Label affixed to bottom of box reads: 3.50, c559, 2292.
McKesson & Robbins, New York, NY
Used to clean open wounds.
W.T. Rawleigh Co., Free Port, IL
Camphor and menthol ointment to be applied to minor skin abrasions.
The Rabin Company, Los Angeles, CA
Made of 50% alcohol, used to clean open wounds.
Handwritten on bottle: 1-0?, 40.
Eli Lilly, Indianapolis, IN
48% Alcohol Tincture used to clean open wounds.
Handwritten on bottle: 675, 1/2oz, ergat?, 1/2oz hydrates.
Container is sealed.
United Drug Co., Boston and St. Louis, U.S.A.
Makes a soothing & cleansing wash for local irritation. Contains sodium borate, sodium bicarbonate, and carbolic acid.
C.A. Mosso Lab, Chicago, IL
"The Amazing Healant", topical relief for bruises, burns, and bites.
Upjohn Co., Kalamazoo, MI
Used for treatment of foot fungus and bacterial growth on the feet.
W.T. Rawleigh Co., Free Port, IL
Phenol/terpentine topical medication for man & beast.
Medicone Co., New York, NY
Injury dressing containing benzocaine, cod liver oil, and hydroxyquinoline.
E. Bilhuber Inc., Orange, NJ
Antibacterial perfume traditionally used to treat skin diseases.
Handwritten on bottle: RBH.
M.J. Botot, Paris, France
French antiseptic for mouth & teeth.
Wm S. Merrell Co., Cincinnati
40% Alcohol Antiseptic for both external and internal use.
E.W. Rose Co., Cleveland, OH
Antiseptic lotion to soothe and cool itching and burning.
Handwritten on bottle: 165.
Harrison's Laboratories, Jackson, MS
Bensoin lotion for treatment of ringworm and athlete's foot.
Label affixed to bottle reads:7/25/349.
E.T. Browne Drug Co., Harrison, NJ
Antibacterial with red precipitate and Venice turpentine.
Handwritten on box: 75.
Handwritten label affixed to box:24C-8405, $9.98, Palmer's Skin Success.
Sterling Drug Inc., New York, NY
First aid dressing with phenol and camphor.
United Drug Co., Boston
Antiseptic used as gargle and topical to stop bleeding.
E. Fougera & Co., New York
Ointment for skin lesions. Contains ammonium, sulfoichthyolate, and zinc.
Handwritten on box: 1.00.
Distributed by Laboratories Debat, Proprietors, Paris, France.
Nyal Company, Detroit, MI
Antiseptic for gargle or on open wounds.
McKesson & Robbins, New York
For use as gargle or astringent for minor cuts and open wounds.
Tag attached to the bottom of the container reads: 0016-RM1947, Old Tin, McKesson, Alum Powder, $6.00
Johnson & Johnson, New Brunswick, N.J.
30% alcohol antiseptic, paint onto fresh wounds.
Handwritten label on bottle: ca 1920.
Mosso Company, Chicago, IL
Linseed oil antiseptic for use as a wet dressing.
The Upjohn Company, Kalamazoo, MI
74% alcohol antiseptic used for cleaning open wounds.
Handwritten on bottle: Ea.
Bottle is unopened and sealed in paper wrap.
Western Dental MFG. Co., Bristol and Cardiff
Cresols and formaldehyde antiseptic for filling root canals.
Handwritten label on bottom of bottle: Martin? Gross House.
McKesson & Robbins Inc., New York, NY, Bridgeport, Conn, U.S.A.
4oz eyewash.
Handwritten on container: 43, 25
Mine Safety Appliances Co., Pittsburgh, PA
Antiseptic used to treat minor injuries.
United-Rexall Drug Company, Los Angeles, CA, Boston, MA, St. Louis, MO
Antiseptic for many uses.
Full, unopened, one pint bottle.
McKesson Laboratories, Bridgeport, CT
Antiseptic for many uses.
Handwritten on bottle: 43
Moisturizers are creams and lotions meant to prevent dryness of the skin.
Blumauer-Frank Drug Co., Portland, OR
3 Ounce Bottle used for rough and chapped skin.
Nelson, Baker & Co., Detroit, MI
Large container, contains bismuth/zinc oxide.
Chesebrough Manufacturing, New York, NY
Used to treat chapped lips and hands, as well as sun and wind burns.
Greater Christopher Co., LA, CA and Buffalo, NY
Contains salicylic acid and benzocaine. Used to remove callouses.
Chesebrough Manufacturing, New York, NY
Large blue and white Vaseline tin with white petroleum jelly. Used to moisturize dry skin.
Chesebrough Manufacturing, New York, NY
Used to moisturize dry skin.
L. Perrigo Co., Allegan, MI
31% alcohol. Used to treat callouses.
Handwritten on unopened, sealed, container: Elz 2/3 ?.
Plough, Inc. New York, NY
Liquid corn remover, with 24% alcohol and 44% ether.
Handwritten on box: 33.
Great Christopher Co.
Contains salicylic acid and benzocaine. Used to treat corns and callouses.
The Morgan Drug Store, Waitsburg, WA
Used as a moisturizer for dry and rough skin.
J.R. Watkins Co., Winona, MN
Contains salicylic acid. Used to treat callouses.
Purepac Corp., New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Los Angeles, CA
Handwritten on bottle: 25.
End-o-Corn Lab, Chicago, IL
Used to treat corns, calluses, and bunions.
Handwritten label on box bottom reads: 8/90, Port Townsend.
Congestion treatments are various medications that relieve mucus congestion and open airways.
S. Pfeiffer Mfg., St. Louis, MO
Used to treat nasal congestion due to colds. Contains menthol, turpentine, and camphor.
The City Pharmacy, Wallowa, OR
A vaporizing rub used to clear nasal passages in common head colds.
Handwritten on box: 50.
Dr. J.B. Lynas & Son, Logansport, IN
Used to treat mucus build-up in the nasal cavity due to illness.
J.R. Watkins Co., Oakland, CA
Used to treat chest cold symptoms and cough.
I.S. Johnson & Co., Inc., Boston, MA
An alcohol derived product used to treat coughs and colds.
KAZ Manufacturing, New York, NY
A eucalyptus and methyl salicyl formula to treat congestion.
Musterole Co., Cleveland, OH
Used to relieve chest congestion and body aches.
Tag attached to container reads: 0016-RM1928, Old Musterole Jar, $8.00.
McKesson & Robbins, New York, NY
Used to treat superficial congestion.
Handwritten on box: PE/35.
Vick Chemical Co., Greensboro, NC; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA
A formula of menthol, eucalyptol, and camphor used to treat congestion.
Essential oils are a class of volatile oils obtained from plants. The final liquid possesses the odor and other characteristic properties of the plant, and practitioners believe it is able to treat a variety of ailments.
Magnus, Mabee & Reynard, New York, NY
Label affixed to bottle reads: Packaged expressly for Tacoma Drug Company, Wholesale Druggists, Tacoma, Washington.
Container is empty. Cork stopper missing.
Farmacia Fasio, Italy
Topical pain medications are creams and ointments designed to relieve pain due to arthritis, muscle aches, soreness, and bruises.
Dr. J.H. McLean Medicine Co., St. Louis, MO
To treat aches, pains, and stiffness in muscles.
McKesson & Robbins Inc., New York, NY
As an aid in the relief of muscle aches and pains due to exercise.
Handwritten on box: P?/30.
Clark's Laboratories, Spokane, WA
To aid in relief of pain due to ailments such as insect bites, gout, and sprains.
Standard Laboratories, New York, NY
To treat pains of rheumatism, arthritis, lumbago, and strains.
Doc Elmer Steele, Fresno, CA
For bruises, rheumatism, neuritis, piles, and aches.
Whitehall Pharmacal Co., New York, NY
To treat irritation due to muscle aches and pain.
Dr. B.J. Kendal Co., Enosburg Falls, VT
To treat rheumatic pains.
H.A. Kerste Pharmacist, Schenectady, NY
To treat neuralgia, rheumatism, and chilblains.
Lenwells Inc., Chicago, IL
Combats aches and pains.
McKesson & Robbins Inc., New York, NY
For muscle aches and fatigue.
Standard Laboratories, New York, NY
To treat pains of rheumatism, arthritis, lumbago, and strains.
Standard Laboratories, New York, NY
To treat pains of rheumatism, arthritis, lumbago, and strains.
Handwritten on box: 39.
Kernrex Medicated Earth Co., Walla Walla, WA
Used to treat topical pains and eczema.
Allen S. Olmstad, Le Roy, NY
For pain in feet.
Handwritten label on box side reads: 1906/8.00.
Label affixed to box bottom reads: 25, Huntleys, the quality store.
Medicone Co., New York, NY
An anesthetic, astringent, and antiseptic to treat pain and discomfort due to hemorrhoidal conditions.
The J.R. Watkins Co., Wanona, MN
Used to treat aches and pain due to bruises.
The Thermogene Co. Ltd., UK
For treatment of rheumatism, neuralgia, and bronchitis.
Skin irritation treatments are ointments and other medications that are used to treat inflammation, pain, or irritation of the skin
The Centaur Co., New York, NY, Windsor, Ont, Canada
Skin comfort for infants.
Medicone Co., New York, NY
A benzocaine anesthetic ointment for skin irritation.
John Wyeth and Brother Inc., Philadelphia, PA
Used to sooth inflammation of the skin.
Bottle is unopened and sealed in paper wrap, with instructions.
Dr. J.A. McGill & Co., Chicago, IL
A women's health product for local irritation of simple vaginitis.
United Drug Co., Boston, MA
A water-proof powder used to protect against chafing.
Eli Lilly & Co., Indianapolis, IN
Used to treat dermatitis, allergies, and rashes.
Dome Chemicals Inc., New York, NY
Used to treat general skin inflammation.
Handwritten on box: 125
A variety of consumables meant to promote good health and maintain optimal body function.
Manufactured by Lo-Calory Food Corp., New York, NY
Empty 80 tablet bottle of R.D.X. diet aid. Contains skim milk powder and dried egg white. Dosage is 1 R.D.X. tablet before each meal.
Manufactured by International Chemical Co., Rochester, NY
63 tablet bottle of Blood-Iron Phosphate. Taken to increase strength, energy and endurance. Dosage is three tablets daily-one at each meal.
Manufactured by Winthrop-Stearns, Inc., New York, NY
A mixed carbohydrate syrup made specifically for infant feeding.
Manufactured by Friedr. Bayer & Co, Detroit, MI
2 oz tin of Iron Somatose food tonic. Regulates bowels, stimulates appetite, and increase blood iron levels.
Manufactured by Peninsular Chemical Co., Detroit, MI
Blood and liver pills for biliousness, sick headache, constipation, indigestion, etc..
Handwritten on box: 27-.
Manufactured by Standard Process Laboratories, Milwaukee, WI
100 tablet box of betaine hydrochloride tablets. Ingredients are betaine HC 1, pepsin, and ammonium chloride. Used to treat gastrointestinal ailments.
Manufactured by E.C. DeWitt & Co., inc., Chicago, IL and New York, NY
8.75 oz bottle of Kodol digestant and stomachic. Aids in the digestion and assimilation of albuminous food. Contains pepsin. Dosage is 1 Tbs before or after eating for adults.
Box is damaged.
Manufactured by Eli Lilly & Company, Indianapolis, IN
100 tablets of charcoal and pepsin. Dosage is 1 to 3 tablets. Used to aid digestion and other stomach ailments.
Handwritten on bottle: = oq.?
Manufactured by Dae Health Laboratories, Inc., New York, NY
60 tablets of nuxated iron. Dosage is 2 tablets after each meal three times a day. Taken to increase strength and energy.
Bottle inside container is unopened.
Handwritten on container: GN/1.00, we.
Manufactured by Harold F. Ritchie, Inc., Clifton, NJ
12.5 Fl. oz of Scott's emulsion tonic food supplement. Dosage is 3 or 4 tsp per day. Contains vitamins A and D, cod liver oil, and calcium.
Handwritten on box: 1.79.
Manufactured by Laboratories of Reed & Carnrick, Jersey City, NJ
Trophonine is direct cell builder and nutrient to the cells themselves. Dosage is 1 Tbs between meals and at bedtime. Contains pancreatized gluten, beef peptone, alcohol 17.14% by volume, etc..
Manufactured by J.R. Watkins Co., Newark, NJ
11 fluid ounce bottle of Watkins Beef, Iron, and Wine tonic. Contains 18% alcohol, iron and ammonium citrate, beef extract, and sherry wine. Dosage for adults is 1 Tbs 4 times daily before meals and at bedtime. Stimulates the appetite and increases vitality.
Label affixed to bottle reads: Timeless Treasures, Watkins Beet, Iron, Wine Tonic; Space No. 16; Inventory No. 1147; $ 7.50.
Manufactured by Armour & Company, Chicago, IL
100 ovarian substance tablets. Dosage is 1 to 2 tablets, 3 times a day. These tablets were used to help maintain good ovarian health.
Handwritten on bottle: Cal.
Manufactured by United Drug Co., Boston, MA
'Rexall' Blood Tablets used to alleviate anemia, loss of energy, paleness, etc. Adults should take one tablet three times a day after meals.
Box is unopened and sealed.
Handwritten on box top: R9
Manufactured by Norgine Laboratories, New York, NY
40 Tablets of an enzyme CPD to aid in digestion.
Manufactured by Virginia Chemical Co., Saint Louis, MO
Compound pills to aid in increasing haemoglobin iron, with myrrh.
Manufactured by Arlington Laboratories, Arlington, NJ
Used to aid in the prevention of heat prostration.
Handwritten on bottle: pw.
Miscellaneous medications that do not fit into the previous categories.
A small bundle of unbranded gauze.
Manufactured by S.B. Penick & Co. Inc., New York, NY
Used to treat toothaches.
Manufactured by G.W. Carnick Co., Newark, NJ
Used to treat disturbances of the menstrual cycle.
Manufactured by E.R. Squibb & Sons, New York, NY
An antibiotic used for a variety of bacterial infections.
Manufactured by Hizz Remedy Company, Blairstown, IA
Used for the skin and scalp.
Manufactured by Hynson, Wescott, & Dunning, Baltimore, MD
Used to treat scabies and lice.
Manufactured by CaPhenin Chemical Co., Waverly, IA
Unopened, sealed, bottle.
Manufactured by G.F. Harvey Co., Saratoga Springs, NY
Used for pain reduction and inflammation.
Manufactured by Sullivan Chemical Co., New York, NY
Used to treat nervous headache, nervous indigestion, hysteria, and depression.
Manufactured by S.B. Penick & Co., New York, NY
An emulsifier to make medication.
Manufactured by Herts Pharmaceuticals Ltd., UK
An elastic adhesive plaster for first aid.
Historically used to treat diabetes, skin ulcers, and joint diseases.
Manufactured by Burroughs Wellcome & Co., New York, NY
A treatment for diabetes.
Handwritten on box lid? 3L/.
Expiration date on box bottom: Jun 12, 47.
Manufactured by Sawyer Squaw Root Co., Chicago, IL
Used to treat disorders of the uterus.
Manufactured by Potter Drug & Chemical Corporation, Boston, MA
Used to treat a variety of conditions and promote general health.
Handwritten on container label: 1/-.
Unopened container is sealed.
Manufactured by Lydia Pinkham Medicine Company, Lynn, MA
Used to treat symptoms of menopause.
Handwritten on back of box: 1.98 LEC.
Manufactured by Malinckrodt Co., Dublin
This item is not available for review.
Hydrogen cyanide (AC) is a is a systemic chemical asphyxiant and can be used as a chemical warfare agent.
Restricted
Most likely used in Veterinary medicine.
Manufactured by Norwich Pharmacal Co., Norwich, NY
Used to promote bowl movements.
A package of miscellaneous prescriptions from various doctors dating from 1901 to 1919.