SALESMEN DEPARTMENT

A.. W. Mueller, Ph. G., is now calling on the South Side trade of St. Louis in the interest of the H. K. Mulford Co. Mr. Mueller is very popular as well as efficient.

J. L. Baker, Ph. G. '97, represents the J. S. Merrell Drug Co. in Southern Illinois and Southeastern Arkansas. He meets some of his classmates, but would would like to hear from others.

J. L. Baker, Ph. G.

A. G. Showers, for a number of years a salesman in the drug line, is now selling high-grade shoes. He has not forgotten his pharmaceutical friends and has headquarters at 4108A Olive street, St. Louis.

Frederick C. Bingham, general manager of the Charles E. Hires Co., Philadelphia, was in St. Louis during the ad. men's convention and made new and renewed old acquaintances in the jobbing drug trade. John Crouch is a veteran in the jobbing and manufacturing drug trade. He

represents J. T. Milliken & Co. in St. Louis. Mr. Crouch is experienced in the various branches of the trade and well qualified to meet the inquiries of customers and discuss pharmaceutical problems with them.

R. B. Peebles, manager of the Kansas City Branch of the Charles E. Hires Co., spent a few days in St. Louis in the interest of his

firm. Mr. Peebles is a mem

ber of the Mo. Ph. T. A.

John Crouch

E. P. Nelson, who looks after the interests of

Armour & Company at St. Louis, spent the holidays at his old home in Wisconsin. Mr. Nelson has a real interest druggist's point of view and is a popular representative of his wellknown firm.

William H. Muller, Jr., formerly St. Louis sales manager of the American Chicle Co., is now manager of the Out-door Department, with headquarters in the Pierce Building, St. Louis. Mr. Muller brings results in whatever work he undertakes.

Sufficiently Interested in Politics to Vote but Never Heard the Political Bee Buzz.-J. F. Finch is dean of salesmen calling on the local drug trade of St. Louis. His customers number some of the leading pharmacists of the country. He says that elections come and elections go, but his, customers stick to pharmacy, letting alone politics as either an avocation or a vocation.

George A. Taylor, formerly division manager of the Sterling Gum Co., is now local sales manager of the American Chicle Co., covering Missouri and adjacent territory. Mr. Taylor is actively interested in the Mo. Ph. T. A. and popular in pharmaceutical circles.

Gasoline Gus in His Jitney Bus is the way the Meyer News pictures and designates the popular Gus H. Roebke.

Would You?

If I were a man with goods to sell
And landed a chance my tale to tell

To a man with power to buy,

I never would talk about shows and things
Or give my views on the warring kings
While the precious minutes fly.

With a funny yarn I would not begin But right from the jump I would buckle in

To tell of the goods I had;

My competition I'd never knock
But I'd boost the quality of my stock

And get out my order pad.

The war that's on I would quite forget
And the tariff, too, and the nation's debt,
Though the times are out of joint,
I'd start right in from the jump to dwell
On the articles I was there to sell,
And I'd talk right to the point.

I'd pass up religion and lodges, too,
And art and science and novels new,
And the women that I had met.
I'd stick right close to my little job
And make no mention of Tyrus Cobb,
Or friends in the upper set.

A Speaking Likeness.

DRUG MARKET REVIEW

By E. P. Schrader, St. Louis.

With the turn of the year retail druggists have begun to replenish their stocks, which had in many instances been allowed to run low previous to taking the annual inventory. Buying during the week has been extremely active and a very satisfactory business is reported among the jobbnig fraternity.

Important changes have occurred in the market within the last week, among which were an advance of $1 the pound in Opium, 40c the ounce in Morphine Sulphate, and 80c the ounce in Codeine Sulphate, with a proportionate advance on the other salts.

Manufacturers of Borax and Boric Acid announced an advance of 4c the pound on Borax, both crystal and powdered, and 2c the pound of Boric Acid, to take effect January 1.

Some of the Coal Tar derivatives have shown a lowering tendency, particularly Acetanilid, Acetphenetidin and Sublimed Beta Napthol. Magnesium Carbonate and Calcined Magnesia have advanced sharply and advances have also been noted in Haarlem Oil, Oil of Lemon, Oil of Peppermint, Bayberry Wax and refined Beeswax.

The items affected by changes during the last week are noted in the following table:

Opium. The difficulty in securing supplies from abroad has caused importers of this narcotic to advance their prices to the extent of $1 the pound, making the present quotation for U. S. P. druggists' quality $17 the pound, and for Karahissar $18 the pound. The powdered and granulated are quoted at $18 the pound, containers extra.

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Morphine. In sympathy with the advance in Opium and also due largely to an increased demand for export, the manufacturers have raised their prices 40c the ounce, making the quotation in 5-ounce tins $8.40 the ounce; ounce vials, $8.45 the ounce; ounce vials, 22-ounce boxes, $8.65 the ounce; %ounce vials, 1-ounce boxes, $8.70 the ounce. Codeine. This Opium derivative has also advanced and the prices for the various salts in 1-ounce vials are as follows:

In-ounce vials the price is 20c the ounce higher. Acetanilid. The domestic manufacturers are producing this Coal Tar derivative on a larger scale and in the face of a slackening demand have reduced their prices. One-pound cartons are now of fered at 72c the pound for either crystals or powdered. In quantities this figure can be shaded.

Acetphenetidin.-Domestic manufacturers are now producing a satisfactory article on a commercial scale and the price has been considerably lowered. In 1-pound lots the quotation is $28 and in 1-ounce cartons $2.10 the ounce.

Alcohol, Denatured.-Distillers have begun to catch up with their orders and supplies are again readily obtainable. Prices are about 5c the gallon lower than when the scarcity prevailed. Barrel lots are now offered at 69c the gallon for 180°, or 70c the gallon for 188°

Borax. Owing to increased cost of production. manufacturers advanced their prices 4c the pound on January 1, making the quotation in barrels as follows:

In less than barrel lots the usual advance is made. Caffeine. Manufacturers have again reduced their prices on this item and the Alkaloid is now selling at $15 the pound in 1-pound cartons, or $1 the ounce in 1-ounce cartons. For Citrated the price in 1-pound cartons is $8.80, in 1-ounce cartons 60c.

Castile Soap.-Pure white Italian Castile Soap is being quoted at approximately 14c the pound higher, due to advance in cost of Olive Oil, labor, transportation, etc. Quotations are made subject to advance without notice.

Castor Oil.-On account of the increased cost of Castor Beans, the price of No. 1 Castor Oil has been advanced to the following level:

Cod Liver Oil.-Owing to slight demand, prices have been reduced somewhat, the Norwegian grade being offered at $125 and the Newfoundland at $82.50 per barrel of 30 gallons, respectively.

Cyanide Chloride Mixture.-Manufacturers are at present unable to produce this item in excess of contract requirements and the situation is therefore in control of second hands. The 73-76% has advanced to the remarkable figure of $2.50 the pound in 25pound tins and the lower strengths have advanced proportionately.

Glycerin. The price of this commodity has been lowered somewhat, due to reductions in certain raw materials and also the uncertainty as to war conditions. Fifty-pound lots are now offered at 57c the pound, inclusive.

Magnesia. Manufacturers have again advanced their prices and quotations are now as follows:

price for 1-pound lots is now $30. One-ounce vials are quoted at $2.10.

Potassium Permanganate.-Supplies of this commodity continue scarce and quotations are made in a small way at $3.25 to $3.30 the pound.

Quicksilver.-From cable advices a strengthening tendency is noted abroad and domestic sellers have in turn held their prices firm, although no advances have thus far been quoted.

Resorcin.-Prices of this Coal Tar derivative have been lowered on account of increased production and either crystal or powdered can now be had at $25 the pound.

Sugar of Milk.-Supplies of this staple are limited and the market shows a firm undertone. Barrel lots are quoted at 34 to 35c per pound with the usual advance for smaller lots.

Thymol.-Advices of increased prices in the primary market has caused domestic holders to strengthen their views. Present quotations are $13.50 to $14 the pound.

Acids, Boric.-Manufacturers have advanced their figures for this antitseptic to the extent of 2c the pound due to increased cost of production. The demand has been steady and producers are said to be well sold up. The revised quotations for barrel lots are as follows:

Regular grade

..per lb.

16c

161⁄2c

U. S. P., Either Cryst. or Powd.. ......per lb. In smaller lots the usual advance is made over these prices.

Citric. This item is in fair demand. Prices are firm at 71c the pound in barrels and 73c the pound in kegs. Smaller lots in proportion.

Salicylic. This preservative is in fair supply and quotations range from $1.45 to $1.50 the pound.

Balsams, Copaiba.-Importations of the South American Balsam have been light and prices are firmly maintained at 75c the pound in 40-pound tins, inclusive. In smaller lots the price ranges from 80c to 90c the pound.

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Peru. Supplies are being offered more freely and on a slightly lower basis; 40-pound tins, inclusive, are quoted at $3.85 to $3.90 the pound, 5-pound lots at $4.10, 1-pound lots at $4.25.

Beans, Vanilla.-Importers of this flavoring agent report that trading during the current week was up to normal for this season of the year. Prices for Mexican Beans were firmly maintained owing to unusual conditions at the primary centers. Shipments are coming forward slowly and according to reports Mexican exporters are well sold up. Quotations range from $6.70 to $7.50, according to length and quality.

Oils, Almond Bitter.-The artificial grade is being morely freely offered and prices have receded to $8 the pound in 1-pound bottles, inclusive.

Bergamot. While prices for spot delivery are practically unchanged, the market on goods for forward delivery is very irregular, due to fluctuations in transportation charges and war risks.

Cassia. Cable advices indicate that the market is firm at primary centers, though prices here are practically unchanged at $1.65 to $2 the pound for the lead-free variety, according to quantity purchased.

Cedar Leaf.-Under freer offerings the market receded to 93c the pound in 50-pound tins, inclusive. In small quantities price ranges from $1.20 to $1.40, according to quantity and style of package.

Citronella. The market on this item shows a decided strengthening tendency, due to receipt from abroad of cables announcing advances. The increased war risk was also influential in increasing the price asked. Present quotations vary from 58c to 90c the pound, according to quantity.

Cloves. There is a fair demand for Oil of Cloves and in sympathy with the advance in raw materials the market has advanced to $1.60 in 5-pound lots, inclusive, with the usual advance for smaller quantities.

Lemon. Although the demand for Oil of Lemon is comparatively light, advices from Palermo contain advances in primary markets and this resulted in a strong tone to the domestic market. In 25-pound coppers the quotation is now $1.45 the poundsmaller lots in proportion.

Peppermint. Offerings are light and the price as a result has shown a slight advance. Ten-pound tins inclusive are now quoted at $2.75 the pound; 1-pound bottles inclusive at $3.

Sandalwood.-Domestic

stocks are exceedingly light and prices quoted are only nominal. Supplies are available only in small quantities. For 1-pound bottles inclusive quotation has reached $12.50.

Worm Seed.-Oil of Worm Seed was again advanced, owing to higher cost of production. The price in 1-pound bottles is now $4.25 inclusive.

Flowers, Chamomile.-There has been a steady demand for all description of Chamomile Flowers. The Hungarian Flowers are scarce and are quoted in 220-pound cases at 68c; in smaller quantities price varies from 75c to 85c. The Roman Flowers are quoted at 58c the pound in 150-pound bales with the usual advance for smaller lots.

Saffron.-American Saffron is being more freely offered and prices have been reduced to $1 to $1.15, according to quantity. Supplies of Valencia Saffron are scarce and 1-pound cans are quoted at $14.25; 1-ounce tins at $1.10.

Gums, Camphor.-The situation in Japan is reported unchanged-offerings are light and sellers indifferent. American refiners are nearly all well sold up and are maintaining prices firmly. In jobbing quantities the present price ranges from $1 to $1.10, according to quantity and description.

Styrax. Owing to uncertainty in regard to future shipments, this article is being firmly maintained at $4.25 the pound.

Leaves, Bella Donna.-The market on Bella Donna leaves showed an easier tone following the arrival of several lots from France. Present quotations are from $1.85 to $2 the pound, according to quantity.

Leaves, Henbane.-Although importations have been considerably heavier, offerings have been comparatively light and for select leaves $4.25 the pound is asked.

Seeds, Caraway.-Offerings are light and prices are being firmly maintained at 58c the pound in 110pound bags; smaller lots in proportion.

Fennel. Owing to scarcity of stocks for immediate delivery, prices are strongly held at 34c to 35c the pound.

Mustard. The market for Mustard Seed is reported firmer abroad, but the situation here is practically unchanged. Yellow is quoted at 21c the pound in 100-pound bags, 23c the pound in 25-pound lots, 24c the pound in 10-pound lots; less quantity, 25c to 28c. Brown, 122c in 100-pound bags, 141⁄2c in 25pound lots, 152c in 10-pound lots; less quantity, 17c to 18c.

Poppy. The arrival of several parcels of Dutch Poppy Seed has produced an easier tone to the market, causing a recession in price of about 1c the pound.

Worm.-Levant Worm Seed is sparingly offered Present and round lots are almost unprocurable. quotations are from 90c to $1 the pound.

Spices, Cloves.-Shipments from Zanzibar during December were light and for this reason the holders are inclined to stay out of the market in the hope of

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Thiol, Reidel.

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Liquid, 1-oz. bottles

71

1/4-lb. cans.

71

12-lb. cans

72

Dry, 1-oz. bottles

46

Tonic, Triner's Angelica Bitter

71

Velogen (Tubes)

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Wash, Redox Mouth

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(Continued from page 31.)

getting higher prices for their holdings in the near future; 125-pound bales are now quotable at 23c the pound, 50-pound lots 25c, 25-pound lots 26c, 10-pound lots 28c, less quantity 30c.

Nutmegs. A firmer tone to the market was in evidence due to the meager spot stocks. Supplies afloat are said to be small and the price asked for 80s to 90s in 70-pound cases is 322c the pound. On less quantities the price ranges from 36c to 45c the pound.

Pepper. It is claimed that present domestic quotations are below the cost of import. Black Singapore is offered at 25c the pound in 125-poung bags, 25-pound lots at 272c, 10-pound lots 282c, less quantity 30c. Powdered is quoted 2c the pound higher.

Shellac. Cable advices from Calcutta indicate that the question of placing an embargo on shipments of Shellac is again being considered. This report while not official has had a tendency to upset the market, and recent quotations are 1c the pound higher than formerly.

Waxes, Bayberry.-Production of Bayberry Wax in 1916 was considerably short on account of the dry season, which resulted in berries being undersized. The increased cost of labor has also been instrumental in causing advances. Present quotations are 27c to 35c the pound according to quantity.

Beeswax. This item is in strong demand and stocks appear to have been well cleaned up owing to heavy exportations to Russia. Refined Beeswax is now quoted at 50c to 60c the pound according to quantity and description.

Paraffine. The strong export demand and the continued high prices of crude oils has brought quotations for refined Paraffine up to 10%2c the pound for 133 to 135° in 200-pound cases. In smaller quantities price ranges from 11c to 14c. with a proportionate advance for the lower melting points.

COLLEGES

Who Wins by Degrees.-"And gladly wolde he lerne and gladly teche."-[Canterbury Tales.

"Drug Plant Culture," was the subject of an illustrated lecture by Dr. W. W. Stockberger, of the Bureau of Plant Industry, Department of Agriculture, given before the pharmacy students of Valparaiso University, October 2.

Repaying Alma Mater.-A Chicago boy, James V. Nash, who worked his way through college, has given the first $1,000 of his earnings since graduation to the institution that gave him the educational equipment wherewith he faced the world. His attitude of mind may not be unusual, but his practical exemplification of his theory goes much further than most baccalaureates are willing to carry their loyalty.[Public Ledger.

The Valparaiso University Department of Pharmacy celebrated the century of Indiana statehood.

founders of the St. Louis College of Pharmacy, declared that the facilities for studies afforded by the garden should be free to the St. Louis College of Pharmacy as one among a number of other educational institutions of St. Louis.

Mr. Ohlweiler's lecture was in the nature of a general guide to the garden, and was illustrated with a number of very striking slides, showing the old formal garden plots as they existed during the lifetime of Mr. Shaw and for some years after his death, and the garden as it is today with its spacious conservatories, growing houses, outside gardens, laboratories, libraries, etc. The collection of economic plants, in which are included those used for medicinal purposes, was given especial notice by the lecturer, and attention was called to the fact that types of all the more important medicinal plans can be seen growing in the con-, servatories even in the winter time.

So heartily is the Director of the Missouri Botanical Garden, Dr. George T. Moore, desirous of making it an adjunct to the various institutions of warming and others in which botany plays an important part, as in the drug trade, for example, that, with the assistance of his staff, he has planned a number of improvements designed to make it more efficient than it is even at the present time, plans which are being carried out as rapidly as circumstances permit. The St. Louis College of Pharmacy is one of the few pharmaceutical schools in the United States that have at command such wide facilities as are here offered, and its students feel inspired by Mr. Ohlweiler's address to make practical use of them in connection with Professor 0. A. Wall's lectures on phamacognosy. Plans are under consideration to take the classes through the Garden at an early date.

Illinois University School of Pharmacy New Home.-The college property has a frontage of two hundred and one feet on Wood street and one hundred and twenty-four feet on Flournoy sereet.

In the general celebration one of the features was a parade in which the university joined. The Pharmacy Department offered a unique contribution. A float was arranged, decorated in the class colors of blue and gold with a large gold mortar in the center. From this was taken, from time to time, a little advertising the school had compounded. On one of the cards was "13 Reasons," and over the float was the suggestive pennant, "Thirteen Other Reasons." the float were the senior and the junior girls of the class, thirteen in number, who transferred the contents of the mortar to the crowds on either side.

On

The Advantages Offered Students of Pharmacy By the Extensive and Systematic Collections of a Botanic Garden formed the subject of a lecture which William W. Ohlweiler, of the Missouri Botanical Garden staff, delivered to the students of the St. Louis College of Pharmacy on the morning of December 15, 1916.

Mr. Ohlweiler was introduced by William C. Bohn, a member of the Committee on Course of Study, who gave a brief account of the garden and its founder, Henry Shaw, upon whose death in 1889, the garden passed into possession of the City of St. Louis in perpetuity by the founder's will. More than fifty years ago, Mr. Shaw, who was also one of the

The college buildings include two substantial brick structures, which are connected at each floor by a stairtower building. Both have daylight from four sides and electric lights throughout, and are heated by steam.

The larger building, known as the College Building, is sixty by eighty feet square and four stories in height. It contains the offices, the library, the museum, the microscopical laboratory, the bacteriological laboratory, a large auditorium, two smaller lecture halls, a recitation room, several preparation rooms and private laboratories for the teachers, students' rooms and locker rooms.

The smaller building, known as the Laboratory Building, is forty-four by eighty-eight feet square and three stories in height. It contains the pharmaceutical laboratory, the laboratory for quantitative analysis and several private laboratories for the teachers, as well as store rooms and supply rooms.