The image shows an old, worn advertisement or promotional flyer for "Zerbst's Grip Capsules," described as a profitable product for merchants. It outlines several money-making offers with different deals, detailing costs, discounts, and potential profits. The document appears to be from Zerbst Pharmacal Co., St. Joseph, MO, and includes hand-written notes and a date from 1925. The flyer emphasizes the advantages of the capsules, such as being a reliable cold remedy with no quinine. It includes a section offering trade discounts and sample colors to attract merchants, along with an order form at the bottom with handwritten customer information and notes on the side margins.

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A flyer from Zerbst Pharmacal Co., St. Joseph, MO. It is tattered and torn and on mania colored paper. It advertises their products in packages. The bottom of the paper provides an order blank which was filled put by C.J. Rouser Drug Co. store NO. 3, Lansing Michigan. It is dated Oct. 5, 1928. There are testimonials from buyers on the back page

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A MONEY MAKER and A BIG SELLER - Zerbst's Grip Capsules. Money Making Offers: DEAL No. One - 5 Gross Zerbst Grip Capsules, less trade and cash discount = $87.47. The Deal sells for $240.00 = Profit of $152.53; DEAL No. Two - 3 Gross Zerbst Grip Capsules, less trade and cash discount = $55.56. The Deal sells for $144.00 = Profit of $88.44; DEAL No. Three - 1 Gross Zerbst Grip Capsules, less trade and cash discount = $19.55. The Deal sells for $48.00 = Profit of $28.45. The Rouser Drug Co. bought Deal #3 plus a Window Display

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St. Joseph Museums

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