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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
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1892 Acid Acted Ball Carbolic Colds Cure Cured Cures Disinfectant Fever Invaluable Magic Medicines Prevented Simply Smelling Sniffing Testimonials Treatment Positively Testimonies
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Step back in time with this advertisement for the Carbolic Smoke Ball, a revolutionary medical innovation from the 1890s. The Carbolic Smoke Ball, introduced in 1892, was a simple yet effective remedy for hay fever, colds, and coughs during the Victorian era. The advertisement proudly boasts of its ability to "positively cure and prevent" these ailments, as evidenced by numerous testimonials from satisfied customers. The image showcases a beautifully dressed woman delicately holding the Carbolic Smoke Ball, her eyes closed in relief as she inhales the potent fumes. The ball, filled with carbolic acid, was designed to be smelt or sniffed, releasing a strong disinfectant scent that provided instant relief. The testimonials, scrawled in elegant script, extol the virtues of the Carbolic Smoke Ball. One customer exclaimed, "It acted like magic!", while another declared, "It is simply invaluable!" These heartfelt endorsements attest to the profound impact the Carbolic Smoke Ball had on people's lives, offering them much-needed respite from the discomforts of hay fever, colds, and coughs. The Carbolic Smoke Ball was a testament to the ingenuity of the Victorian age, a time when scientific discoveries and medical advancements transformed the way people lived. This advertisement is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the belief in the power of science to cure and prevent common ailments.
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