The sign sports a wonderful graphic of a functional clock on the "Doctor is Out" side, allowing the doctor to indicate the time he will return to the office. Manufactured by the Spencer Industries of Philadelphia.

Measuring about 6"L x 4.5"W, this very visually-appealing sign will display fabulously!

This fabulous, circa 1890's, Dr. Daniels Home Remedies case is an exceptional offering!

The printing on the handle and the painted label on the top of the lid make this oak medicine chest quite special.

The case measures approximately 13"L x 7"W x "H and formerly housed medicines, a thermometer, a medicine doser, metal and glass syringes, and a Dr. Daniels manual on treating farm animals.

The wooden case is in very nice condition sporting nickel plated brass edge guards and handle. The top of the lid has a painted label, and the case's finish shows an appropriate patina and signs of wear commensurate with its use. The top of the lock is missing.

The 2 eye cups on either side are similar in height (2.25") and structure, although the base of the one on the right side is smaller. Each is embossed with an 'M' on the bottom.

The center cup measures nearly 2.75" tall and appears more robust in size (no markings).

The condition of all three is fine with no damage noted. Color is phenomenal!

Offered are two different styles of quarantine signs, and each sign is being sold separately.

These signs are unused stock from the 1930 - 1940s era, and except for a few edge crimps, are in excellent condition. They measure 14"L x 12"H and are printed on a heavy, bight orange-colored stock. Please note that the colors are even throughout-- the flash has caused the appearance of uneven coloration. Perfect for framing!

The vials are clear glass with screw caps and sport mostly complete labels which show signs of wear commensurate with their age and use.

The leather case measures 9.5"L x 3.5"W, is modestly worn and is missing its top--- a testament to its use over the years. All of the 10 bottles are of the same construction with 9 having similar labels. 1 bottle label does not have a maker's source. The 9 bottles are from "The Fraser Tablet Co. - Fifth Ave. New York.

Of note: there is one bottle marked POISON - (Strychnine Sulphate) and another labeled HEART STIMULANT.

The jars date to the 1920 - 1930 era and served as functional adjuncts in the doctor's office.

The jars measure 7.5 inches high x 4.25 inches wide and are in fine condition with the exception of a chip to one of the lids as noted in the photo. The lid can easily be positioned for display so that the chip is hidden from view.

Quite fascinating, the manual contains many illustrations noting basic recruit and squad techniques for formation and marching as well as proper technique and formation for establishing units of "stretcher squads" and all associated medical procedures.

The manual is leather bound, complete, and has a total of 61 printed pages with 10 additional blank pages in the back suitable for note taking. Measurements are a convenient 5.25" X 4". The condition is generally good although the binding has separated and the covers show modest wear with one loose page and an edge piece missing.

Dr. T.D.M. Wilson graduated from Jefferson Medical College in 1875, and the following offered items from this estate auction provide an historical glimpse into his long medical career.

The first item is a fabulous 19th century brass DOCTOR T.D.M. Wilson sign measuring 14L x 9W inches, which likely adorned the entrance way to Dr. Wilson's office.

Also offered in this grouping is a rare group photo of Dr. Wilson (4th from the left) and other Phi Kappa Sigma members. The frame measures 16.5"L x 12.5"W. While the photo is a bit faded, the image is remarkable and includes a distinguished group of Phi Kappa Sigma members.

The third and fourth items in this grouping are a small, framed, 1909 AMA membership certificate with Dr. Wilson's name inscribed, and a very unusual IRS narcotic SPECIAL TAX STAMP from 1926. This Narcotic form is unique in that it names Dr. Wilson as the single physician allowed to dispense narcotics within the 23rd District of the State of Pennsylvania.

Finally, 2 handwritten letters postmarked in 1884 from Dr. Wilson to his loving wife are included, offering a small glimpse into his personal life.

This product was produced by the lime manufacturers, Hatmaker and Place, of Canaan, Connecticut, in the late 1800s. This small company was located within a large "lime belt" that stretched from Connecticut to Vermont. Back in the day, lime powder mixed with water was quite commonly used to "white wash" or paint numerous surfaces, and it was also used as a medicinal disinfectant! The manufacture of lime from marble was one of the earliest and most successful mineral industries in Connecticut, with historical records dating the establishment of the first CT lime manufactory to 1722.

Given its age and the fragility of paper, condition of this wonderful box is quite good. The lower portion of the back side of the box evidences light surface wear with some of the printing on the lower portion of the box worn away as a result. The front of the box has a 3.25 inch long tear which resulted in the loss of the lime powder from the box.

This early piece of Black Americana advertising is EXCEEDINGLY RARE and may well be a ONE-OF-A-Kind item! The Hatmaker and Place Company was one of a number of very small manufactories located within the "lime belt" that were ALL bought out and immediately closed down by a wealthy group of investors who then created and incorporated the mammoth monopoly, The New England Lime Company, early in 1902.

The advertisement states: "A most significant event was the discovery of bacteria in 1675 by Antoni van Leeuwehhoek who used a primitive microscope of his own manufacture." Thus, the connection to Bausch & Lomb Optical of Rochester, New York!

van Leeuwenhoek is best known for his work on the improvement of the microscope and for his contributions towards the establishment of microbiology. Using his handcrafted microscopes, he was the first to observe and describe single-celled organisms, which he originally referred to as animalcules, and which we today refer to as microorganisms. He was also the first to record microscopic observations of muscle fibers, bacteria, spermatozoa and blood flow in capillaries. During his lifetime, van Leeuwenhoek ground over 500 optical lenses, and created over 400 different types of microscopes.

This 1950's advertisement is framed in a vintage, circa 1910, beautifully grain-painted, plaster-on-wood frame measuring 18 inches wide x 23 1/2 inches long. The frame has numerous small chips and abrasions but remains sturdy and is handsome despite its difficulties. The piece is backed with cardboard.

The print itself was subject to water at one point and has evidence of water marks on the bottom as seen in the photos. There is a superficial, inverted "V" shaped scratch in the center (again, see photos) and a rub to the left of the female's head (see photos).

John William Strutt, 3rd Baron Rayleigh (12 November 1842 – 30 June 1919) was an English Physicist who, along with Sir William Ramsay, discovered the element Argon in 1894, an achievement for which he earned the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1904. He also discovered the phenomenon now called Rayleigh scattering and predicted the existence of the surface waves now known as Rayleigh waves.

This lovely litho depicts The Baron in his laboratory, presumably in the midst of his Argon discovery.

The litho is entitled "ARGON" in the center bottom and is dated in the upper right corner. The words "VANITY FAIR" are printed in the upper left corner, and in the lower left corner is printed, "Vincent Brooks Day & Son, Lithographer".

The sign states:

"Scott's Santal-Pepsin Capsules A Positive CURE for Kidney and Bladder Diseases.

Cures Quickly And Permanently The Most Obstinate Case of Gonorrhea and Gleet No Matter of How Long Standing.

Absolutely Harmless.

Sold by Druggists Price $1.00.

Put Up Only By The SANTAL-PEPSIN Co., Bellefontaine, O.

SOLD BY PHELPS PHARMACY, F.W. Beavees, Mgr., Cor. Wyoming Ave. and Spruce St., Se******, PA."

This amazing venereal disease cure sign features a most formidable likeness of Mr. Scott flanked by a Laurel Crown in the upper left hand corner, no doubt intended to add fortitude to the claims he makes of his product!

The sign was made by the Scioto Sign Co of Kenton, Ohio, and is so marked in the lower right corner.

This bright yellow sign shows ravages of its 118+ years of age, with crimps and creases to the tin, small holes-- no doubt made to hang the sign up--, scratches to the surface resulting in paint loss, and some superficial rusting where paint is missing. Some fading to lettering in the lower right.

The sign measures 14 inches wide x 10 inches high, and is quite bright and visually appealing.

This painted metal sign remains in fine condition with minor surface scratching, tiny areas of paint loss and tiny areas of superficial rusting, all as noted in photos.

The contents include copious information on such as: ETIOLOGY, DIAGNOSTIC INDICATIONS, DISEASE PROGRESS & PROGNOSIS, TREATMENT, REMEDIES and much more.

These texts are two of a series of medical books published in the 1880's by the WILLIAM WOOD & COMPANY, 27 Great Jones Street, NEW YORK. 228 & 224 pages, respectively. Numerous black & white wood engravings with some additional drawings in color.

The contents include copious information on such as: ETIOLOGY, DIAGNOSTIC INDICATIONS, DISEASE PROGRESS & PROGNOSIS, TREATMENT, REMEDIES and much more.

This text is one in a series of books published in the 1880's by the WILLIAM WOOD & COMPANY, 55 & 58 Lafayette Place, NEW YORK. 355 pages. 106 black & white wood engravings.