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When Doctors Disagree. American lithograph cartoon by Louis Dalrymple, 1898, on the comparative harm done by patent medicine salesmen and mental healers
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When Doctors Disagree. American lithograph cartoon by Louis Dalrymple, 1898, on the comparative harm done by patent medicine salesmen and mental healers
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When Doctors Disagree. American lithograph cartoon by Louis Dalrymple, 1898, on the comparative harm done by patent medicine salesmen and mental healers
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1898 Bottle Cemetery Dalrymple Glass Glasses Louis Patent Medicine Political Psychologist Psychology Puck Quack Salesman Satirical Scientist Top Hat Healer
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is a thought-provoking lithograph cartoon by Louis Dalrymple, created in 1898. This satirical artwork sheds light on the harmful practices of both patent medicine salesmen and mental healers during that era. The image depicts a scene where two men, one representing a quack salesman and the other a mental healer, stand opposite each other. The salesman, wearing a top hat and holding a bottle of patent medicine, exudes confidence as he tries to sell his questionable product to unsuspecting customers. On the other side stands the mental healer, with his scientific-looking glasses and beard, presenting himself as an authority figure in psychology. The cartoon cleverly highlights the absurdity of their conflicting claims by placing them in front of a cemetery backdrop. It symbolizes the potential harm caused by these dubious practices on people's health and well-being. Dalrymple's use of satire effectively critiques both sides while also shedding light on societal issues prevalent at that time. Through this piece, he questions whether it is better to trust unregulated patent medicines or seek help from self-proclaimed experts who may not have any scientific basis for their methods. This lithograph serves as an important historical artifact showcasing turn-of-the-century concerns about healthcare practices and emphasizes the need for reliable medical professionals over charlatans looking to exploit vulnerable individuals seeking healing solutions.
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