Name/Title
1940s - 1950s Hadacol Dietary Supplement Apothecary BottleEntry/Object ID
ARC_WT_HL_0013Description
This Hadacol bottle was uncovered at Glenwood Cemetery, dating back to the 1940s or 1950s. This eight-fluid-ounce container once held Hadacol, a popular vitamin supplement during the mid-20th century. The remaining label features text and imagery identifying it as a "dietary supplement," though it shows signs of wear and age.
Hadacol is particularly known for its alcohol content and was widely distributed across the South, reflecting the consumer culture of that time. This bottle, discovered during landscape maintenance, offers a glimpse into the evolving perspectives on health, commerce, and consumption in 20th-century Houston.Context
The item serves as a reference to evolving perspectives on health, commerce, and consumption in 20th-century Houston.Collection
Glenwood Cemetery Walking and Archive Tour HighlightsMade/Created
Manufacturer
LeBlanc CorporationTime Period
20th CenturyInscription/Signature/Marks
Lexicon
Getty AAT
Concept
apothecary bottles, glass (material), medicine bottlesLOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials
Bottles, Medicines, ApothecariesSearch Terms
1940, Hadacol, Dietary, Apothecary, Glass, Medicine, Bottles, 1950Dimensions
Dimension Description
BottleHeight
7-5/8 inWidth
2-3/4 inColor
Blue, Red, White, BlackCondition
Reason for Exam
ExhibitionOverall Condition
FairCondition Type
Discoloration, Missing Areas / Holes, Wear, OxidationDate Examined
Oct 3, 2025Surface
The item shows signs of general grime and staining consistent with aging. The bottle is intact and has no visible cracks.Materials
GlassCreate Date
October 7, 2025Update Date
October 8, 2025
