Postcard
Dr. Locke Treating Patients
Dr. Mahlon William Locke treating arthritis sufferers on the street in Williamsburg, Ontario, Canada. Many people have gathered to watch or to receive treatment, some in wheelchairs. A coffee shop, a gift shop, and a news stand, as well as cars lining the street, are visible in the background. |
Image ID: | 64681 |
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Creation Date: | circa 1935 |
Creator Name: | Unknown |
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Genre: | Postcard |
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Dr. Locke treated arthritis through foot manipulation. He believed the condition was caused by fallen arches. Postcard postmarked June 4, 1925 from one of Dr. Locke's patients claiming to have seen miraculous results and experienced some improvement himself. Thousands flocked to Williamsburg to receive treatment from Dr. Locke who treated hundreds daily. |
Clothing and dress |
Hats |
Cities and towns |
Patients |
Physicians |
Therapy |
Wheelchairs |
Crowds |
Storefronts |
Signs and signboards |
Automobiles |
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