bottle, first half 20th century

Significance

Many home remedies involve making do with household substances ordinarily on hand. One such common household product is methylated spirits (ethanol), generally used as a fuel, solvent or cleaner, but also used to treat minor injuries.

Physical description

A tall brown tapered three sided bottle with a paper label. There is a cork in the top. The bottle is heavily embossed.

Inscriptions & markings

MY T FINE METHYLATED SPIRITS, dangerous if swallowed.
Seek medical advice. 19 FL OZ
Inside a wreath is a butterfly.

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