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Dr. Shepard’s Compound Wahoo Bitters – Grand Rapids

Dr. Shepard’s Compound Wahoo Bitters Grand Rapids, Michigan 30 September 2013 The cure-all in vogue was Shepard’s Compound Wahoo Bitters, “not a whiskey or stimulating beverage, but medicine within reach of all.” Charles N. Shepard was born in New York … Continue reading

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What’s the Attraction for You at National Federation Shows?

What’s the Attraction for You at National Federation Shows? By Bill Baab Why are you here? That’s an easy question, but the answer may not be. You might be here because of a chance to buy quality bottles for your … Continue reading

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Anchors away and all over on the Dr. Dunlap’s Anchor Bitters

DR. DUNLAP’S ANCHOR BITTERS 10 February 2013 (R•082314) I saw this really nice example of a trade card (see below) on ebay for Dr. Dunlap’s Anchor Bitters which reminded me of my bottle (see above) with the many cool and pronounced … Continue reading

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