This is an original 1946 Rawleigh's Good Health Guide Almanac Cook Book, published by The W.T. Rawleigh Company. This fascinating piece of vintage Americana and medical history is a multi-purpose guide that would have been distributed by a local Rawleigh Dealer.
Key Features & Content:
- Year and Historical Context: Dated 1946, bridging the end of World War II, as mentioned in the President's Message and in a section discussing "restrictions on trade and imports."
- Health and Wellness: Contains a section on "Coughs and Colds" with advice and advertisements for Rawleigh's medicines like Vapor Rub, Medicated Cough Syrup, and Analgesic Balm. The cover mentions it's a "Good Health Guide."
- Almanac/Calendar: Features November and December calendars with astrological or environmental information ("Sun's Declination," "Tides," "Moon's Age").
- Cook Book/Recipes: The cover also indicates it is a "Cook Book," and the interior pages advertise Rawleigh's food products such as Imitation Vanilla, Plain Gelatine, Mustard, Nutmegs, Cloves, Fruit Pectin, Baking Powder, and Pie Filling & Dessert.
- President's Message: Includes a message from W. T. Rawleigh, President and Founder, marking their "57th Year."
- Advertising & Ephemera: Features a "Look Here! Wanted Men and Women" advertisement for dealer positions. The final image page shows "Compliments and Best Wishes of YOUR RAWLEIGH DEALER," specifically one from Howard Lake, Minn. (Howard Lake, Minnesota).
- Condition: The guide is in good vintage condition for its age, with a punch hole for hanging. Please review all photos for an accurate depiction of the condition, including any wear, discoloration, or small tears.
This is a great collectible for fans of vintage advertising, Americana, history of medicine, early cookbooks, or Rawleigh's products.