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PATENT MEDICINE, c1920. American advertisement for Bakers Glandol, . c1920
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PATENT MEDICINE, c1920. American advertisement for Bakers Glandol, . c1920
PATENT MEDICINE, c1920.
American advertisement for Bakers Glandol, . c1920
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1920 Advertising Baker Dishonesty Fake Fraud Medicinal Patent Patent Medicine Quack Vintage Coupon
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Step into the world of early 20th-century American advertising with this print titled 'PATENT MEDICINE, c1920. ' This vintage advertisement for Baker's Glandol takes us back to a time when quackery and fraudulent claims were rampant in the medicinal industry. The image showcases an American cow, symbolizing purity and authenticity, standing proudly beside a bottle of Baker's Glandol. The text on the ad promises miraculous health benefits from this patent medicine, but it also hints at the dishonesty that often accompanied such products. In an era where regulations were lax and consumers were vulnerable to false promises, patent medicines like Baker's Glandol thrived. These concoctions claimed to cure everything from common ailments to serious diseases without any scientific basis or evidence. However, behind their enticing advertisements lay nothing more than snake oil disguised as a miracle cure. Many innocent people fell victim to these fraudulent products while seeking relief from their ailments. This print serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of medical advancements and consumer protection laws. It is a testament to our collective journey towards greater transparency and honesty in advertising.
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