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W.F. Trukenbrod's Pharmacy
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Interior view of Trukenbrod's Pharmacy. The signs in the rear of the store proclaim that they are proprietors of both "Prescriptions" and "Paints" alike, which was very common for the time period. A Johann Hoff's Malt Extract display testifies to their probable sizable stocks of proprietary medicines. There are men is standing behind glass cases on the left and right. On the immediate left is a glass case and shelf displaying cigars.
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Prescription Pharmacy Interior
August 1, 1944
Interior view of Prescription Pharmacy, 26 South Carroll Street, showing prescription window.
The Medicine Shop
August 15, 1981
Michael Persten standing behind the prescription counter of The Medicine Shop, a pharmacy he opened in Wauwatosa.
Happy New Year from Trukenbrod's
1919
W.F. Trukenbrod posing on the sidewalk underneath the awning of his store for this New Year's postcard. Text on right reads: "We Wish You A Happy New Year — 1919."
Exterior of Kelly's Prescription Shop
March 2, 1947
Exterior view of Kelly's Prescription Shop. A small display about cancer is in the display window on the left; a sign welcoming guests is on the right.
Lewis Pharmacy Display Window
November 14, 1931
Lewis prescription pharmacy display window, 501 State Street. Featuring Reed's butterscotch rolls.
Man Washing Bottles at Pharmacy
Man washing and filling glass bottles at the Brenneche and Bergmann Pharmacy.
