Advertisement for Dr. Alexander Augusta's Central Medical Hall, Toronto, 1854. The Globe.
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Resource ID
9703
Access
Open
Credit Line
The Globe
Date of Creation
19 December 1855
Keywords
Black History, medical history, advertising
Program Category
Tours
Rights
Public Domain
Caption
Advertisement for Dr. Alexander Augusta's Central Medical Hall, Toronto, 1854. The Globe.
Description
In 1855 Dr. Augusta opened his drug store and practice in the Central Medical Hall. Aligned with the health practices of the day, his pharmacy offered a number of treatments including cupping and blood letting.