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M. A. Inglis recipe book, 1833-1866 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume
Abstract:
A volume containing the culinary recipes of M. A. Inglis, probably of England spanning the years 1833 to 1866. There are a few recipes for prescriptions, toiletries, and household items.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Henry H. Kelley recipe book, 1840-1875 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume (+ 27 leaves)
Abstract:
This volume contains a collection of pharmaceutical formulas and recipes compiled and written by druggist and chemist Henry H. Kelley spanning the years from 1840 to 1875.

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Pharmacy prescription book, 1882-1897 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume
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A volume containing over 2,000 formulas for prescriptions created by a pharmacy or druggist's shop in Sandwich, Kent, United Kingdom, spanning the years from 1882-1897.

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John Birkett pharmaceutical recipe book, 1856-1860 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume (+ 1 leaf)
Abstract:
A volume comprised of formulas written by English chemist and druggist John Birkett spanning the years from 1856 to 1860. The formulas in the volume were used for medicinal, hygienic, and household purposes.

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James Adam diary, 1857-1863 (inclusive)

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2 volumes
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Diary comprising two volumes spanning the years from 1857 to 1863 written by James Adam, a 19th century psychiatrist. Volume 1 contains Adam's descriptions his journey from Scotland to India as a medical officer. Volume 2 has Adam's sporadic entries describing his arrival and work at Bethnal House Asylum with Dr. Ritchie. and Dr. Miller.

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Joseph Gilbert recipe book, 1812-1863 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume (+ 2 leaves)
Abstract:
A volume comprised of culinary and medicinal recipes, weights and measurements, directions for making an ice house, and geography. The volume was written by Joseph and Ellen Gilbert of Derbyshire, England and spans the years from 1812 to 1863.

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Samuel Skevington formulary, 1836-1874 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume (+ 8 leaves)
Abstract:
This volume is a compilation of medicinal, household, and veterinary formulas and preparations written and compiled by Samuel Skevington spanning the years from 1836-1874.

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Prescription book, 1863-1868 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume (+ 2 leaves)
Abstract:
This volume is probably the second volume of several pharmacy prescription books kept by Brian Cowgill. The volume is comprised of formulas for prescriptions spanning five years from 1863 to 1868.

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