Alcaroid can, 1895/1905

Scope and content:

Alcaroid, a highly efficient antacid containing the vegetable digestive ferment - caroid; The American Ferment Co. Buffalo, N.Y., U.S.A. The can has some contents, but lid is rusted on. There are directions for use on the label. The can measures 6cm x 4.3cm in diameter. The item was collected by Mrs. Chopivsky's husband, Dr. Chopivsky.

Physical location:
Room: Annex; Cabinet/location: Glass cabinets; Precise location 1: 56
Physical facet:
METAL AND PAPER

Access and use

Location of collection:
Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
University of Virginia
P.O. Box 400110
170 McCormick Rd
Charlottesville, Virginia 22904-4110
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Special Collections Public Services & Reference Staff
Phone: (434) 243-1776
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