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Title

Health, General: United States. Massachusetts. Springfield. Forms for Medical Inspection of School Children: The following method of treatment for the Itch is recommended by the Board of Health

Date

c. 1903

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Classification

Archival Material

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Social Museum Collection, 3.2002.3247.18

Human Generated Data

Title

Health, General: United States. Massachusetts. Springfield. Forms for Medical Inspection of School Children: The following method of treatment for the Itch is recommended by the Board of Health

People

Artist: Unidentified Artist,

Date

c. 1903

Classification

Archival Material

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Social Museum Collection, 3.2002.3247.18

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Amazon
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Amazon

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Microsoft
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Clarifai
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OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a vintage prescription card for treating "the itch" (possibly referring to a condition like scabies), as recommended by the Board of Health in Springfield, Mass. The card is divided into two sections:

Left Section:

  • Instructions for treatment are detailed:
    • Before bedtime, wash the body thoroughly with soap and hot water.
    • Dry completely, then rub an ointment on the skin for 20 minutes.
    • Avoid bathing for three days after applying the ointment.
    • All clothing and bedding that contact the skin must be boiled before reuse.

Right Section:

  • A prescription area reads "TO BE FILLED AT A DRUG STORE" with the Rx symbol.
  • The ingredients for the ointment are listed:
    • Sulphur 7.50
    • Beta Naphthol 7.50
    • Lard q.s. 90
  • An instruction to "Apply as directed" is provided.
  • "HEALTH DEPARTMENT Springfield, Mass." is printed vertically on the right.

This card reflects a historical approach to treating skin conditions and emphasizes hygiene practices alongside medicinal ointments.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a yellow prescription card with treatment instructions for "the Itch," which is likely referring to a condition such as scabies. The card is divided into two sections. The left section provides detailed instructions:

"The following method of treatment for the Itch is recommended by the Board of Health

Before going to bed, wash the body well with soap and hot water, and, when dry, rub this ointment thoroughly, 20 minutes, over the whole skin. Do not bathe for three days. All bed-clothing and clothes that have been worn next the skin must be boiled before using again."

The right section of the card, titled "TO BE FILLED AT A DRUG STORE," lists the ingredients for a prescribed ointment:

  • Sulphur . . . . . . . 7.50
  • Beta Naphthol . . . . . 7.50
  • Lard q.s. . . . . . . . . . 90

It also includes the directive "M. Sig. Apply as directed."

The right edge of the card is stamped with "HEALTH DEPARTMENT Springfield, Mass." indicating the card's origin from a health department in Springfield, Massachusetts.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-13

The image appears to be a prescription or treatment instructions for addressing the itch. It provides a recommended method of treatment, including washing the body with soap and hot water, applying an ointment thoroughly, and avoiding bathing for three days. It also mentions that all bedclothing and clothes that have been worn next to the skin must be boiled before using again. The image also includes a prescription label with the instructions "TO BE FILLED AT A DRUG STORE" and lists the ingredients as Sulphur, Beta Naphthol, and Lard q. s. along with the dosage amounts.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-13

This image shows a historical medical prescription or treatment card for treating "the itch" (likely scabies). It's divided into two sections:

On the left side, there are instructions from the Board of Health recommending a treatment method that involves washing with soap and hot water before bed, applying an ointment for 20 minutes over the whole skin, and not bathing for three days. It also instructs that all bedding and worn clothes must be boiled before reuse.

On the right side is a prescription section marked "TO BE FILLED AT A DRUG STORE" with the traditional Rx symbol. The prescription calls for:

  • Sulphur: 7.50
  • Beta Naphthol: 7.50
  • Lard q.s.: 90

Below this is "M. Sig." (meaning "mix and label") followed by "Apply as directed."

The document appears to be from the Health Department in Springfield, Massachusetts, as indicated by text on the right margin.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image shows a prescription for an ointment to treat itchy skin. The prescription is written in black ink on a yellowish paper, with the title "TO BE FILLED AT A DRUG STORE" at the top.

  • The prescription is divided into two sections: the left section contains instructions for use, while the right section lists the ingredients and dosage.
  • The left section of the prescription provides instructions for applying the ointment, including:
    • Washing the body well with soap and hot water before applying the ointment.
    • Rubbing the ointment thoroughly over the whole skin.
    • Avoiding bathing for three days after application.
    • Not boiling any bedclothing or clothes that have been worn next to the skin after application.
  • The right section of the prescription lists the ingredients and dosage of the ointment, including:
    • Sulphur: 7.50
    • Beta Naphthol: 7.50
    • Lard q.s.: 90
  • The prescription also includes a note at the bottom that reads "M. Sig. Apply as directed."

Overall, the prescription provides clear instructions for using the ointment to treat itchy skin, including how to apply it and how often to use it.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

This image shows a vintage medical prescription for treating itch, likely from the early 20th century. The prescription is printed on yellowed paper and features a formal, old-fashioned font.

Left Side:
The left side of the prescription provides instructions for treating itch, as recommended by the Board of Health. The text advises washing the body with soap and hot water before going to bed, then applying an ointment made from sulfur, beta naphthol, and lard. The instructions specify that the ointment should be rubbed thoroughly over the whole skin for 20 minutes, and that all bedclothing and clothes worn next to the skin must be boiled before reuse.

Right Side:
The right side of the prescription lists the ingredients and their quantities, along with the name of the pharmacy or drugstore where the prescription can be filled. The ingredients include:

  • Sulphur: 7.50
  • Beta Naphthol: 7.50
  • Lard q. s.: 90

The prescription also includes the signature of the prescribing physician, "M. Sig.," and the instruction to "Apply as directed."

Overall:
This vintage medical prescription provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the treatments and remedies used to address common health issues like itch. The formal language and old-fashioned font add to the prescription's nostalgic charm, making it a valuable piece of medical history.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image is a medical prescription form. It is yellow and has a rectangular shape with a slightly curved edge at the bottom. The prescription form is divided into two parts by a vertical line. The left part of the form has instructions for the patient, while the right part contains the prescription details. The instructions are written in a cursive font and read, "The following method of treatment for the Itch is recommended by the Board of Health. Before going to bed, wash the body well with soap and hot water, and, when dry, rub this ointment thoroughly, 20 minutes, over the whole skin. Do not bathe for three days. All bedding and clothes that have been worn next the skin must be boiled before using again." The prescription details include the name of the medication, dosage, and instructions for use. The medication is a combination of Sulphur, Beta Naphtol, and Lard q.s., with dosages of 7.50, 7.50, and 90 respectively. The instructions for use read, "M. Sig. Apply as directed." The form also includes the name of the prescribing physician, "Health Department, Springfield, Mass."

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-07

The image is a yellow-colored piece of paper with printed text on both sides. The paper appears to be a prescription or a medical instruction sheet. On the left side, there is a set of instructions for treating an itch, likely a skin condition. The instructions include washing the body with soap and hot water, rubbing an ointment over the skin, avoiding bathing for three days, and boiling any clothing or bedding that has come into contact with the skin before reuse. On the right side, there is a list of medications and their dosages, along with the instruction to apply them as directed. The paper also includes the logo of the Health Department of Springfield, Massachusetts, indicating that it is an official document.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-03

This image appears to be a leaflet or card from the Health Department of Springfield, Massachusetts, providing instructions for treating the "itch."

On the left side, it gives directions: Before bed, wash the body with soap and hot water, apply the ointment thoroughly for 20 minutes over the entire skin, and avoid bathing for three days. It also states that all bed clothing and clothes worn next to the skin must be boiled.

The right side features what looks like a prescription to be filled at a drugstore. It lists the ingredients and their dosages: Sulphur (7.50), Beta Naphthol (7.50), and Lard q.s. (90). It includes the abbreviation "M. Sig." followed by "Apply as directed."

The Health Department's name and the city's name are printed on the right side.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-03

Here's a description of the image based on the OCR:

The image is a scan of an old, yellowed document related to health. It's divided into two sections.

The left section describes a method of treatment for "The Itch" recommended by the Board of Health. The instructions involve washing with soap and hot water before bed, then applying an ointment thoroughly for 20 minutes, avoiding bathing for three days, and boiling any clothing worn next to the skin before reuse.

The right section is a prescription to be filled at a drug store. It lists the ingredients: Sulphur (7.50 units), Beta Naphthol (7.50 units), and Lard q.s. (90 units). The prescription is marked with an "R" symbol and instructions to "Apply as directed."

Along the right edge, printed vertically, it reads "HEALTH DEPARTMENT Springfield, Mass."

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-05

The image is a historical prescription for the treatment of itch, recommended by the Board of Health in Springfield, Massachusetts. The prescription is divided into two sections:

  1. Instructions for Use:

    • Before going to bed, wash the body well with soap and hot water.
    • Once dry, thoroughly rub the ointment over the whole skin for 20 minutes.
    • Do not bathe for three days.
    • All bed clothing and clothes that have been worn next to the skin must be boiled before using them again.
  2. Prescription Details:

    • The prescription is to be filled at a drug store.
    • The ingredients and their quantities are:
      • Sulphur: 7.50 units
      • Beta Naphthol: 7.50 units
      • Lard: 90 units
    • The mixture should be applied as directed.
    • The prescription is signed by "M. Sig."

The document also includes the seal of the Health Department of Springfield, Massachusetts.

Text analysis

Amazon

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Google

TO BE FILLED AT A DRUG STORE The following method of treat ment for the Itch is recommended by the Board of Health Before going to bed, wash the body well with soap and hot Sulphur Beta Naphthol Lard q. s. 7.50 water, and, when dry, rub this ointment thoroughly, 20 minutes, 7.50 over the whole skin. Do not bathe for three days. All bed- 90. clothing and clothes that have been worn next the skin must be boiled before using again. M. SIG. Apply as directed. HEALTH DEPARTMENE Springfield, Mass.
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treat
ment
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Health
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going
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skin
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HEALTH
DEPARTMENE
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