G.
T. Dennis, manufacturer of the Dennis Botanic Remedies, came to
what is now Eldred in 1822 with his parents; in later years traveled
extensively as far west as Illinois, and in 1873 established the
"Great American Panacea," a medicine which was received with much
favor. In later years he has introduced a number of medicines and
extracts, all of which are accorded an excellent reputation by his
neighbors of McKean county.
Also located in Eldred was Dr. Bates' Medicine Company which was
formed in 1886, with Dr. Morgan and A. D. Gould members. Dr. Bates
Electro-Magnetic Cure was patented and registered in 1887. The medicines
were prepared in Eldred and advertised by a regular traveling company.
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Some examples and prices of Dennis' products:
Dennis' Blood and Liver Syrup, for all diseases of the blood,
liver or kidneys......$1.00
Dennis' Great American Panacea, for all pain......$.25
Dennis' Superior Cough Syrup, for all throat or lung problems......$.25
Dennis' Balm of Gilead Salve, for all sores, burns or piles......$.25
Dennis' Headache and Catarrh Snuff......$.25
Dennis' Indian Vegetable Liver Pills, for constipation
or sick headache, etc......$.25
Dennis' Superior Extracts, vanilla, lemon, etc.
Orders solicited and satisfaction guaranteed.
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(left and middle) Dr. Wm. Hall's Balsam for the Lungs. These bottle's
were found in the attic of my home which was built in 1878 by
the Dennis family. Interesting to note is the instructions label
is in both English and German.
(right) J. C. Welch, Druggist. Eldred, PA medicine bottle.
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T. L. Sartwell & Company
Dr. Fenner's Golden Relief
This remedy cures all pain, as toothache, neuralgia, rheumatism
and backache. Cures fresh cuts and bruises. CuresDiarrhoea,
summer complaints, and dysentery.
Price: 25c, 50c and $1.00.
Sample: 10c.
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