Tag Archives: Charleston

Jacob’s Cordial – Some great typesetting and typography

Posted on 7 April 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

JACOB’S CORDIAL! Dysentery and Diarrhea are of such universal prevalence that it behooves every one to be in possession of a remedy that will cure it at once. Jacob’s Cordial will do this, and we wish every family who has … Continue reading →

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Sumter Bitters – The Great Southern Tonic

Posted on 1 May 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Bottle picture by Tom Leveille Where the American Civil War Began Decades of growing strife between North and South erupted in civil war on April 12, 1861, when Confederate artillery opened fire on this Federal fort in Charleston Harbor. Fort … Continue reading →

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Really liking this “Charleston Shield” Superior Soda Water

Posted on 22 April 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

You can not miss this eBay listing for a blue Superior Soda Water or “Charleston Shield“. The bottle is drop dead gorgeous and is in great condition. This has to be one of my favorite sodas because of the embossing, … Continue reading →

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2 XR Augusta and Charleston Square Bitters Spotted

Posted on 6 August 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

My business trip to Augusta, Georgia this past week allowed me to visit and see the collections of Bill Baab and Mike Newman. (Note: The collection posts are separate). Hidden away from the great cures, flasks and soda waters, I … Continue reading →

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