Carbolic Collection

Carbolic smoke ball
An advertisment placed by the Carbolic Smoke Ball Company for the carbolic smoke ball, a cure for all types of ailments

Carbolic Smoke Ball / 1893
Advertisement for The Carbolic Smoke Ball Co. which claimed to offer a cure for a wide variety of ailments. This led to a court case on grounds of deception & a landmark ruling

Advert / Gossage Soap 1900
Gossages Carbolic Soap speaks for itself

Advert / Calverts Carboli
CALVERTs CARBOLIC SOAP for floors

Advertisement for the Carbolic Smoke Ball Company, 1892 (engraving)
XJF486365 Advertisement for the Carbolic Smoke Ball Company, 1892 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Joseph Lister (1827-1912), English surgeon and pioneer of antiseptic surgery
540242 Joseph Lister (1827-1912), English surgeon and pioneer of antiseptic surgery, on his ward round in Glasgow Royal Infirmary c1867, After pencil sketch

Muffled against the deadly bacilli in Manchuria, a doctor fully masked and a sanitary official, wearing a lint mask soaked in carbolic acid. Date: 1911

The Cholera Scare, Prevention is better than Cure (engraving)
1047652 The Cholera Scare, Prevention is better than Cure (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cholera Scare, Prevention is better than Cure)

Harringtons case of carbolic gangrene (colour litho)
6026381 Harringtons case of carbolic gangrene (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harringtons case of carbolic gangrene)

Advert for Carbolic smoke ball 1892
Carbolic smoke ball, Hay Fever positively cured and prevented. Testimonials include It acted like magic! It is simply invaluable!. 1892

By-products developed from coal by G. H. Davis
The enormous importance of coal as the basic element in vital war manufactures. A diagrammatic drawing showing a great variety of by-products developed from coal. Date: 1944

Advertisement for the Carbolic Smoke Ball Company, 1893 (engraving)
XJF872807 Advertisement for the Carbolic Smoke Ball Company, 1893 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Published in " The Illustrated London News")

Advertisement for Calverts Dento-Phenolene, c. 1890s (litho)
XJF486364 Advertisement for Calverts Dento-Phenolene, c.1890s (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advert for mouth wash made by F.C. Calvert & co)

Joseph Lister (1827-1912), English surgeon, on his ward round in Glasgow Royal Infirmary c1867. A pioneer of antiseptic surgery

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"Carbolic: A Historical Remedy for Health and Hygiene" In the late 19th century, a small invention called the Carbolic Smoke Ball made waves in society. This ingenious device was designed to protect individuals from harmful bacteria and diseases such as influenza, cholera, and even the deadly bacilli in Manchuria. Advertisements for this revolutionary product flooded newspapers of that era, captivating readers with promises of health and well-being. One such advert from 1893 showcased the Carbolic Smoke Ball's effectiveness in preventing ailments like influenza. Another advertisement from 1900 featured Gossage Soap, highlighting its collaboration with Calverts Carboli to promote cleanliness and hygiene. The importance of prevention over cure was emphasized during times of disease outbreaks. An engraving titled "The Cholera Scare" depicted a doctor fully masked against potential threats while using a carbolic smoke ball as protection. However, not all stories surrounding they were positive. Harrington's case gangrene served as a reminder that improper usage or handling could lead to adverse effects on one's health. Beyond personal care products, it also found applications beyond healthcare. By-products developed by G. H Davis from coal highlighted its versatility and usefulness across various industries. Even soap brands like Lifebuoy recognized the significance of incorporating carbolic into their products to ensure cleanliness and germ-free living environments for consumers. Although time has passed since these advertisements graced newspaper pages, they serve as reminders of our ancestors' quest for better health practices through innovative solutions like the Carbolic Smoke Ball.