Publication: The Allen Manufacturing Co, nd (circa 1903), Toledo
9" x 6" stapled pictorial front wrapper. 20pp. including wrappers. Illustrations, prices, and testimonials. Willard E. Allen is the originator of the Allen Bath System, Inventor of the Allen portable bath appliances and accessories and President of Allen Mfg. Co. Much information about the advantages and conveniences of having the Allen Bath System in your home. All you need is running water in your home in order to experience this luxurious yet affordable portable apparatus. The system consists of the automatic applicator, a sanitary metallic fountain, safety floor reservoir or water receptacle, and suspension heat generator. Also offered is a fountain syringe and heater combined, soap and shampoo applicators. Seventeen claims are made and proven along with directions on how to order, their guarantee, and terms. Front wrapper shows a risque picture of a partially nude woman using the Allen Bath System along with a vignette of the inventor. Rear wrapper describes the company's absolute guarantee. Wrappers lightly soiled. Very good copy of an early and very interesting brochure.
Inventory Number: 36436