Explore the fascinating world of Victorian-era patent medicine with our Microbe Killer T-shirt, featuring William Radam's infamous 1887 "cure-all" concoction. Operating from his base in Austin, Texas, Radam, a former gardener, claimed his solution of water and trace minerals could eliminate all disease-causing microbes, leading to nationwide sales and controversy in the medical community.
Despite initial success and expansion to multiple production facilities, Radam's enterprise declined following numerous lawsuits and growing public skepticism about patent medicines. The passage of the Pure Food and Drug Act in 1906 effectively ended the era of such unregulated medicines, marking the close of a unique chapter in American medical history.
This premium tee features a distressed, vintage-style logo that captures the dramatic flair of 19th-century advertising. Printed using cutting-edge direct-to-garment technology on high-quality Gildan 5000 heavy cotton tees, this shirt combines style with lasting comfort. The 5.3 oz, 100% preshrunk cotton ensures your shirt maintains its shape and fit through countless washes, while the tear-away label offers modern comfort. Available in sizes S-5XL in various colors, the classic unisex fit flatters everyone.
Features:
- 100% preshrunk cotton
- 5.3 oz weight for durability
- Classic unisex fit
- Tear-away label
- Wide range of colors
- Sizes S-5XL
- Logo on front only
- Direct-to-garment printing for superior quality
Own a piece of medical advertising history with this comfortable, high-quality tribute to the colorful era of Victorian patent medicines and their bold marketing claims.