Tag Archives: Figural Bitters

Barrel Series – Old Sachem Bitters and Wigwam Tonic

Posted on 8 July 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

From an old Indian recipe in possession of the family of the proprietor for upwards of a century is now offered to the public as one of the most healthy and wholesale beverages extant and as a tonic is unsurpassed. OLD … Continue reading →

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Mike Henness – One of My Early Inspirations

Posted on 13 April 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Elizabeth and I visited with Mike Henness after the Auburn, California 49er Show on 07 December 2009. Ken Edward was also there with Mike. Mike used to have this web site (odd, I can not find it now) that pictured … Continue reading →

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Ferraro Visit – July 2009

Posted on 11 April 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Elizabeth and I had the honor of a personal visit with Bob and Connie Ferraro of Boulder City, Nevada. We drove from Los Angeles after the 2009 FOHBC Pomona National Show. Our visit included a nice lunch in town (Bob … Continue reading →

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