c.1895-1910 Hood’s Sarsaparilla Quack Medicine Advertising Bookmark Ephemera

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Description

Original late 19th to early 20th century advertising handbill for Hood’s Sarsaparilla, produced by C.I. Hood & Co., Lowell, Massachusetts. Long, narrow “bookmark” format promoting the product as an absolute cure and contrasting it with inferior medicines. Features bold section headings such as “Suicidal Confession!!” and “Test of Time and Trial,” and includes an offer for a free Hood’s Combined Cook Book. Printed on light green paper with black text on both sides.

– Maker: C.I. Hood & Co., Lowell, Mass.
– Product Type: Hood’s Sarsaparilla quack patent medicine advertising
– Format: Long narrow handbill (bookmark style)
– Era: Circa 1895–1910
– Printing: Black ink on light green paper, both sides
– Dimensions: Approx. 14″ tall by 2.5″ wide
– Subject: Patent medicine, quack cure, advertising ephemera
– Origin: United States

Condition

This antique bookmark is in very good condition. It has one crease at the vertical midpoint and no tears. It has smudges, light toning, and edge wear. Please review the included photos of the actual item to make a complete determination of its condition.

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