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'BEECHAMS PILLS 3 BOXES for the Captain H.M.S.Swallow at Montevideo December 17th 1889, 1890. Creator: Unknown
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'BEECHAMS PILLS 3 BOXES for the Captain H.M.S.Swallow at Montevideo December 17th 1889, 1890. Creator: Unknown
'BEECHAMS PILLS 3 BOXES for the Captain; H.M.S.Swallow at Montevideo December 17th 1889, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890
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This intriguing photograph, titled 'BEECHAMS PILLS 3 BOXES' for the Captain; H.M.S.Swallow at Montevideo December 17th 1889', is an intriguing glimpse into the past. The image, published in 'The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper' in 1890, captures a significant moment in the history of both maritime communications and advertising. The H.M.S. Swallow, a naval warship of the British Royal Navy, is anchored in the harbor of Montevideo, Uruguay. The ship's captain is seen receiving a delivery of Beecham's Pills, a popular brand of medicinal tablets, from a representative of the company. The three boxes of pills are clearly visible in the foreground, neatly stacked and wrapped in brown paper. The semaphore poles on the ship's mast suggest that the crew is engaged in communication with other ships or the shore, likely exchanging information about the ship's arrival and the quarantine procedures. The sailors in the background are busy with various tasks, adding to the bustling atmosphere of the harbor. This photograph is a fascinating example of the role of advertising in the 19th century. Beecham's Pills had already gained a significant following in Britain and were making inroads into international markets. The image of the Captain receiving the delivery of the pills would have been an effective way to promote the brand and its reach. The photograph, with its focus on the exchange between the Captain and the Beecham's representative, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when maritime communication was a critical aspect of international trade and commerce.
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