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Chemist recipe book, circa 1850-1900 (inclusive)

Extent:
.2 linear_foot (1 volume)
Abstract:
This volume, possibly created by a W. Ellis in England in the 19th century, consists primarily of recipes for basic medicines, household remedies, and personal care products.

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Mrs. A.Y. Bird recipe book, circa 1818-1860 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume
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This volume was written and compiled between 1818 and 1860 by Mrs. A.Y. Bird, who likely lived in England. This volume contains 192 recipes attributed to numerous individuals known to Mrs. Bird. Of the recipes, 161 are culinary and 31 are medical remedies and household products.

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Edmund Bayley pharmaceutical recipe book, circa 1830s-1872 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volumes
Abstract:
Edmund Bayley was a chemist working in London, England, from at least 1839 to 1870. This volume, entitled "Edm. Bayley Process Book," contains 390 recipes for remedies for medical conditions and veterinary conditions, as well as some cosmetic and personal care products and household recipes.

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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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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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Uhler family pharmaceutical recipe book, 1848-1883 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume (+ 2 leaves)
Abstract:
A volume comprised of pharmaceutical formulas written by members of the Uhler family in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, spanning the years from 1848 to 1883. The formulas in the volume were written for medicinal and household purposes.

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Frederick Robinson Bell pharmaceutical recipe book, 1861-1898 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume
Abstract:
A volume comprised of formulas written by English chemist and druggist Frederick Robinson Bell spanning the years from 1861-1898. The formulas in the volume were used for medicinal, hygienic, and household purposes.

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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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John W. Wright receipt book, 1867-1925 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume (+ 1 leaf)
Abstract:
A volume written by English chemist John W. Wright spanning the years from 1867 to 1925. The volume comprises pharmaceutical formulas for medicinal, hygienic, and household purposes.

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