A Store Mixt, Various, Universal

Authors

  • David L. Cowen Rutgers University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14713/jrul.v25i1.1407

Keywords:

apthecary shops, materia medica, drugs, American Revolution

Abstract

Cowen discusses a broadside advertisement for a collection of materia medica and related items. published for Smith, Moore & Co. ("a store mixt, various, universal") in 1784.  It is the only known copy of it and was acquired by the Rutgers Library.  He elaborates on its significance in the history of pharmacy, printing and the American Revolution.

Author Biography

David L. Cowen, Rutgers University

Rutgers University Libraries

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Published

2012-05-10

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