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Title
A name given to the resource
VD Films
Description
An account of the resource
These items are films about venereal disease. Because of file size limitations, you must click on the link in each listing to watch or download the film from another archive.
Hyperlink
A link, or reference, to another resource on the Internet.
URL
<a href="http://research.archives.gov/description/13270">http://research.archives.gov/description/13270</a>
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Title
A name given to the resource
<em>Know For Sure</em>
Subject
The topic of the resource
Syphilis—Effects
Syphilis—Treatment
Syphilis—Germs
Description
An account of the resource
This film begins with the story of a young Italian-American couple whose baby is stillborn due to syphilis. It also tells the story of a young man who contracts the illness from a brothel. The film explains the effects of syphilis, emphasizes the importance of treatment, and warns against quacks. (Click on the link below to download from OPA.)
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Academy of Motion Picture Sciences
Source
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National Archives, Record Group 90: Records of the Public Health Service, 1794-1990, Series: Motion Picture Films, 1924-1973, <a href="http://research.archives.gov/description/13270">http://research.archives.gov/description/13270</a>.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1941
Contributor
An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource
USPHS
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
Film
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
NARA: 13270
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States—World War II
blood test
children
clinic
death
germ
microscope
microscopic view
pick-up
prostitute
quack
syphilis
treatment
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60fbecc7a69ac5afc74e9a4e07bd9fea
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Title
A name given to the resource
VD Films
Description
An account of the resource
These items are films about venereal disease. Because of file size limitations, you must click on the link in each listing to watch or download the film from another archive.
Hyperlink
A link, or reference, to another resource on the Internet.
URL
<a href="http://research.archives.gov/description/13288">http://research.archives.gov/description/13288</a>
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Title
A name given to the resource
<em>Personal Hygiene For Young Men</em>
Subject
The topic of the resource
Social hygiene
Description
An account of the resource
This is a sexual education film. It address hormones, anatomy, physical health, masterbation, venereal disease, and abstinence. (Click on the link below to download from OPA.)
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
National Archives, Record Group 90: Records of the Public Health Service, 1794-1990, Series: Motion Picture Films, 1924-1973, <a href="http://research.archives.gov/description/13288">http://research.archives.gov/description/13288</a>.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1924
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
Film
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
NARA: 13289
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States—1920s
abstinence
germ
gonorrhea
hormone
marriage
quack
sex ed
social hygiene
sports
syphilis
wife
-
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3f8e3d4df68dffff9277d3e6004ed746
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Title
A name given to the resource
Military Posters (WWII)
Description
An account of the resource
The intended audience of these posters is servicemen as the US was mobilizing for and fighting World War II.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1940 to 1945
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Poster (Slide of original)
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Title
A name given to the resource
"Sneaky and the Professor"
Subject
The topic of the resource
Venereal disease—Treatment—Quacks
Description
An account of the resource
This comic poster warns audiences about the dangers of quack doctors offering fake cures for VD.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Broder, artist
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
National Archives, Record Group 112: Records of the Office of the Surgeon General (Army), Series: Posters Promoting Venereal Disease Prevention and the Prevention of Other Diseases, circa 1942-1944.
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
US Government Printing Office
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1943
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
NARA: 112-P-53
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States—World War II
germ
gonococci
quack
serviceman
wife
-
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092efa4426c9a30d678beeda3f6f8146
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Title
A name given to the resource
The Anti-Syphilis Program in Action
Description
An account of the resource
These items are photographs of visual materials created by the program as they appeared in everyday life. Here we see exhibits in store windows, billboards, and different events.
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Photograph
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Title
A name given to the resource
Pharmacy Window Display
Subject
The topic of the resource
Venereal disease control--Display or exhibit
Description
An account of the resource
This photograph shows a display in a pharmacy window. It includes posters, infographics, and objects related to syphilis control.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
ASHA
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/111205">http://purl.umn.edu/111205</a>.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
circa 1940 to 1945
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
UMedia: sw0045-box116-fdr15
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States—World War II
display
gonorrhea
infographic
marriage
microscope
pharmacy
pictorial statistic
prostitution
quack
syphilis
test tube
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25dbc20b0a6116f3b31ad43b02f4fc60
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Title
A name given to the resource
Social Hygiene Materials (1919-1935)
Description
An account of the resource
These materials cover the years after WWI and before Parran's campaign. Of particular note are the poster series "Keeping Fit" and "Youth and Life," which were collaborations between the YMCA and the PHS. The former was created for young male audiences, the latter to reach young women.
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Poster
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Title
A name given to the resource
"Ignore Fake Advertisements"
Subject
The topic of the resource
Venereal disease—Treatment—Quacks
Description
An account of the resource
This poster warns audiences about quack doctors, treatments, and advertisements. It is part of the "Keeping Fit" poster series.
"'Ads' in newspapers, booklets and tin signs are put out by 'quacks' to get money from ignorant boys and men. Patent medicines and quick cures for syphilis and gonorrhea generally do more harm than good. Don't let 'quack' companies scare you by their talk about 'pimples,' 'vital losses,' etc. They are after your money. Don't worry. Lead an active, healthy life and forget about sex matters."
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
YMCA
USPHS
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62471">http://purl.umn.edu/62471</a>.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1919
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
UMedia: swhp0033
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States—1920s
advertisement
cure
gonorrhea
quack
syphilis
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4457474eb170289842903d8167db1cba
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Title
A name given to the resource
Social Hygiene Materials (1919-1935)
Description
An account of the resource
These materials cover the years after WWI and before Parran's campaign. Of particular note are the poster series "Keeping Fit" and "Youth and Life," which were collaborations between the YMCA and the PHS. The former was created for young male audiences, the latter to reach young women.
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Posters
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Title
A name given to the resource
VD Treatment
Subject
The topic of the resource
Venereal disease—Treatment
Description
An account of the resource
This poster describes the importance of treatment. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"Gonorrhea and syphilis usually can be cured if treatment is given early enough by a reputable physician or at a clinic : Long-continued treatment is often needed for complete cure : Patent medicines and self-treatment are dangerous. Advertising doctors should be avoided"
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
ASHA
YMCA
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62574">http://purl.umn.edu/62574</a>.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1922
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
UMedia: swhp0088
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States—1920s
lab
lab coat
photograph
quack
treatment
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caed663f9d7f2b6a33787a8dbb098b2b
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709a12f2abd933d64675b3b99a437153
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Social Hygiene Materials (1919-1935)
Description
An account of the resource
These materials cover the years after WWI and before Parran's campaign. Of particular note are the poster series "Keeping Fit" and "Youth and Life," which were collaborations between the YMCA and the PHS. The former was created for young male audiences, the latter to reach young women.
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Brochure
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
"The Venereal Menace: An Exhibit for Adults"
Subject
The topic of the resource
Syphilis control—Display or exhibit
Description
An account of the resource
This brochure shows the PHS version of the "Keeping Fit" poster exhibit for young men.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
YMCA
USPHS
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Box 169, Folder 06, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/111701">http://purl.umn.edu/111701</a>.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
circa 1920-1922
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
UMedia: sw0045-box169-fdr06
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States—1920s
blind
children
germ
lab
law
marriage
menace
microscope
microscopic view
pick-up
prostitution
quack
recreation
sex ed
-
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5749e4b6d07a0ec596edda50f4cccdc9
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
National Social Hygiene Day (NSHD) Materials
Description
An account of the resource
These materials were created to promote National Social Hygiene Day, an annual event organized by the ASHA. See the glossary for more details.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
ASHA
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1937-1945
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Infographic
Broadside
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Title
A name given to the resource
<em>Herald of Social Hygiene</em> (Detail--Mine Cartoon)
Subject
The topic of the resource
Syphilis—Treatment—Quacks
Syphilis control
Description
An account of the resource
This cartoon shows boats labeled law, education, scientific medicine, and public health sweeping away mines representing quackery to safeguard the "National Anti-Syphilis Campaign" ship. It is featured in the NSHD broadside.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
ASHA
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Papers of Dr. Thomas Parran, Jr., MD, Box 41, Folder 541, University of Pittsburgh Archive Service Center, Pittsburgh, PA.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1940
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States--Great Depression
quack
ship
syphilis
weapon
-
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aceda56f2af85f150996d9f806a4c433
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
National Social Hygiene Day (NSHD) Materials
Description
An account of the resource
These materials were created to promote National Social Hygiene Day, an annual event organized by the ASHA. See the glossary for more details.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
ASHA
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1937-1945
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Comic strip
Broadside
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Title
A name given to the resource
<em>Herald of Social Hygiene</em> (Health Helps Comic Strip)
Subject
The topic of the resource
Syphilis—Treatment—Quacks
Description
An account of the resource
This comic strip is one in the "Health Helps" series. It shows a worker, Jerry, who visits a quack for syphilis treatment. His employer advises him to see his family physician. It is featured in the NSHD broadside.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
ASHA
Batchelor, artist
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Papers of Dr. Thomas Parran, Jr., MD, Box 41, Folder 541, University of Pittsburgh Archive Service Center, Pittsburgh, PA.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1940
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States--Great Depression
alley
cure
employee
employer
gonorrhea
man
overalls
physician
quack
skull
syphilis
-
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98ec15f400daac2e9fcb164f792656ac
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
National Social Hygiene Day (NSHD) Materials
Description
An account of the resource
These materials were created to promote National Social Hygiene Day, an annual event organized by the ASHA. See the glossary for more details.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
ASHA
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1937-1945
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Infographic
Broadside
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Title
A name given to the resource
<em>Herald of Social Hygiene</em> (Detail--Bad Business Infographic)
Subject
The topic of the resource
Syphilis control—Industry participation
Description
An account of the resource
This infographic presents the steps industry should take to help control syphilis among their employees and within the community. It is featured in the NSHD broadside.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
ASHA
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Papers of Dr. Thomas Parran, Jr., MD, Box 41, Folder 541, University of Pittsburgh Archive Service Center, Pittsburgh, PA.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1940
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States--Great Depression
arm
blood test
court
education
employee
employer
industry
infographic
lock
overalls
pictorial statistic
prostitution
quack
recreation
sports
-
https://vdarchive.newmedialab.cuny.edu/files/original/c68e16aee431fe9232b3fc053f04b817.jpg
7944eb2438f50fd5103aaf1a709e2d1b
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Title
A name given to the resource
Vonderlehr, "Are We Checking the Great Plague?" (<em>Survey Graphic</em> Reprint)
Subject
The topic of the resource
Syphilis control
Description
An account of the resource
This is an article by R.A. Vonderlehr in <em>Survey Graphic </em>giving an update on the state of syphilis control in the US after the first few years of the national program. <em>Survey Graphic</em> was a progressive publication that addressed social issues. Infographics, photographs, and other visuals often accompanied the articles.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
R.A. Vonderlehr
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Papers of Dr. Thomas Parran, Jr., MD, Box 41 Folder 544, University of Pittsburgh Archive Service Center, Pittsburgh, PA.
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
<em>Survey Graphic</em>
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1940
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States--Great Depression
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Poster
Article Reprint
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Title
A name given to the resource
"Are We Checking the Great Plague?" (Detail--Quack Poster)
Subject
The topic of the resource
Syphilis—Treatment—Quacks
Description
An account of the resource
This image is a poster warning audiences about quack treatments. It urges people to see a physician or health officer. This is from an article by R.A. Vonderlehr in <em>Survey Graphic</em> giving an update on the state of syphilis control in the US.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
USPHS
R.A. Vonderlehr
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Papers of Dr. Thomas Parran, Jr., MD, Box 41 Folder 544, University of Pittsburgh Archive Service Center, Pittsburgh, PA.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1940
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States--Great Depression
advertisement
gonorrhea
physician
quack
syphilis
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d5bad08cc1d30840d5cd2a9c8c2fa4cc
https://vdarchive.newmedialab.cuny.edu/files/original/cf85a987620625c19533580d30997737.jpg
89e2cbc0066d5617ef3c44d06ccfb136
https://vdarchive.newmedialab.cuny.edu/files/original/445691ea02988164096ee4a1a0eb29bd.jpg
0984737674f0030366f3097fec3b76e4
Dublin Core
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Title
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Vonderlehr, "Are We Checking the Great Plague?" (<em>Survey Graphic</em> Reprint)
Subject
The topic of the resource
Syphilis control
Description
An account of the resource
This is an article by R.A. Vonderlehr in <em>Survey Graphic </em>giving an update on the state of syphilis control in the US after the first few years of the national program. <em>Survey Graphic</em> was a progressive publication that addressed social issues. Infographics, photographs, and other visuals often accompanied the articles.
Creator
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R.A. Vonderlehr
Source
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Papers of Dr. Thomas Parran, Jr., MD, Box 41 Folder 544, University of Pittsburgh Archive Service Center, Pittsburgh, PA.
Publisher
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<em>Survey Graphic</em>
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1940
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States--Great Depression
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Article Reprint
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Title
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"Are We Checking the Great Plague"
Subject
The topic of the resource
Syphilis control
Description
An account of the resource
This is an article by R.A. Vonderlehr in <em>Survey Graphic </em>giving an update on the state of syphilis control in the US.
Creator
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R.A. Vonderlehr
Source
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Papers of Dr. Thomas Parran, Jr., MD, Box 41 Folder 544, University of Pittsburgh Archive Service Center, Pittsburgh, PA.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1940
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States--Great Depression
bad blood
clinic
display
drugstore
gonorrhea
lab
legislation
map
marriage
microscope
photograph
physician
quack
shadow
south
syphilis
test tube
testing
trailer
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Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
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Poster
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Title
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"No Home Remedy or Quack Ever Cured Syphilis or Gonorrhea"
Subject
The topic of the resource
Venereal disease—Treatment—Quacks
Description
An account of the resource
"See your doctor or health officer"
Creator
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US Government
Source
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, United States Government and Military posters, 1940s, Box Oversize flat 1 and map case drawer 11, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62470">http://purl.umn.edu/62470</a>.
Date
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1944
Identifier
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UMedia: swhp0135
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States—World War II
advertisement
gonorrhea
medicine
quack
syphilis
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https://vdarchive.newmedialab.cuny.edu/files/original/b8b1c444f6ab42b770b52ae279aa798d.jpg
061ea6487a7d57870055f789a9a73f08
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Title
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Military Posters (WWII)
Description
An account of the resource
The intended audience of these posters is servicemen as the US was mobilizing for and fighting World War II.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1940 to 1945
Still Image
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Original Format
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Poster
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Title
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"Nice Going Men"
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II—Military
Venereal disease—Vector—Women
Venereal disease—Threat to war effort
Venereal disease—Treatment—Quacks
Description
An account of the resource
In this comic a sailor contracts VD from a pick-up, uses quack medicine to try and cure the illness, and then is sick in the midst of battle. Later his fellow sailors chastise him and tell him to see the medical officer.
Creator
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US Navy
Source
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, United States Navy, circa 1940-1945, Box Oversize flat 1 and map case drawer 11, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62428">http://purl.umn.edu/62428</a>.
Date
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1944
Identifier
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UMedia: swhp0118
Coverage
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United States—World War II
battle
corner
night
pick-up
quack
sailor
serviceman
street
treatment
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281fe20348a0f2334ad86a5fd8fe66e1
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Title
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Military Posters (WWII)
Description
An account of the resource
The intended audience of these posters is servicemen as the US was mobilizing for and fighting World War II.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1940 to 1945
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
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Poster
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Title
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"Don't do this...or this"
Subject
The topic of the resource
Venereal disease—Treatment—Quacks
Venereal disease—Treatment
Description
An account of the resource
"Don't go to a quack doctor : Don't buy home remedies : If you think you have a Venereal Disease...See Your Medical Officer At Once : The Army Has the Best Drugs and the Best Treatment"
This poster discourages servicemen from seeking treatment from any source other than medical officers.
Creator
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US Government
Source
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, United States Government and Military VD Graphic posters, 1940s Box Oversize flat 1, <a href="http://purl.umn.edu/62551">http://purl.umn.edu/62551</a>.
Date
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1940
Identifier
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UMedia: swhp0130
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States—World War II
home remedy
military
pharmacist
quack
serviceman
soldier
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Title
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VD Films
Description
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These items are films about venereal disease. Because of file size limitations, you must click on the link in each listing to watch or download the film from another archive.
Hyperlink
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URL
<a href="http://research.archives.gov/description/13268">http://research.archives.gov/description/13268</a>
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Title
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<em>Fight Syphilis</em>
Subject
The topic of the resource
Syphilis control—Community participation
Syphilis—Testing
Syphilis—Treatment
Syphilis—Treatment—Quacks
World War II—Home front
Prostitution
Promiscuity
Syphilis—Effects
Description
An account of the resource
This film portrays syphilis as a threat to the war effort and urges citizens to help fight against it. It presents public health control methods and "social protection" concerns. Click on the link below to download from OPA.
Creator
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USPHS
Source
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National Archives, Record Group 90: Records of the Public Health Service, 1794-1990, Series: Motion Picture Films, 1924-1973, <a href="http://research.archives.gov/description/13268">http://research.archives.gov/description/13268</a>.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1942
Format
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Film
Type
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Educational
Identifier
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NARA: 13268
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States-World War II
alley
blood test
community
crutch / cane
enemy
fight
home
lab
microscope
military
pick-up
promiscuity
quack
sabotage
school
soldier
syphilis
test tube
treatment
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b2239eb4c4b4cb52467bff9ecfa27a7d
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Pamphlet
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Title
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"The A-B-C of Syphilis"
Description
An account of the resource
"What the average person should know about a very dangerous and prevalent disease"
This pamphlet includes short entires about syphilis in alphabetical order. It was included in National Social Hygiene Day Program Kits.
Creator
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ASHA
Source
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American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Box 071, Folder 12.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1938-1940
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States--Great Depression
blind
blood test
casual contact
children
clinic
cup
death
efficiency
family
gonorrhea
health
heart disease
home
husband
kiss
law
marriage
mental illness
microscope
microscopic view
NSHD
parent
pregnancy
premarital exam
promiscuity
prophylaxis
prostitute
quack
sex
snake
spirochete
sports
syphilis
treatment
Wasserman
wife
youth
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8fb0754ad25e8cf10509ea6968eb331a
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Poster
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Title
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"No Home Remedy Ever Cured Gonorrhea"
Subject
The topic of the resource
Gonorrhea—Treatment
Description
An account of the resource
This poster discourages the use of home remedies to treat gonorrhea.
Creator
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Office for Emergency Management. Office of War Information. Domestic Operations Branch. Bureau of Special Services.
USPHS
Source
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National Archives, Record Group 44: Records of the Office of Government Reports, 1932-1947, Series: World War II Posters, compiled 1942-1945, <a href="http://research.archives.gov/description/515075">http://research.archives.gov/description/515075</a>.
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
between 1941 and 1945
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
NARA: 515075
OPA: 44-PA-1411
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States—World War II
bottle
cure
gonorrhea
home remedy
quack
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2549fc0285c540db49cec21b85f68362
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Title
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US Public Health Service (USPHS) Materials
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
USPHS
Description
An account of the resource
Items created by the Venereal Disease Division of the USPHS.
Still Image
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Original Format
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Pamphlet
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Title
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"Syphilis, Its Cause, Its Spread..Its Cure!" (Detail--Doctor, Test)
Subject
The topic of the resource
Syphilis—Exam
Syphilis—Testing
Description
An account of the resource
"Self-treatment and the quack are useless in syphilis. See your doctor of local clinic for adequate treatment."
"Find syphilis early. Serum from the first sore may reveal syphilis even before the blood test will show it."
Detail from an educational pamphlet by the USPHS on syphilis. One photograph shows a doctor talking to a patient. The other depicts the preparation of slides to identify samples positive for syphilis.
Creator
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USPHS
Source
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National Archives, Box 648, Record Group 69: Records of the Works Progress Administration, 1922-1944, Series: State Project Reports and Research Publications, compiled 1933-1943, documenting the period ca. 1605-1949.
Publisher
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US Government Printing Office
Date
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circa 1938
Identifier
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NARA: RC 201.5C32 “11 Pamphlets, English and Other Language”
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States--Great Depression
clinic
exam
lab coat
microscope
patient
photograph
physician
quack
treatment
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768b6bda71cd3d312e614610ed410f91
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Title
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US Public Health Service (USPHS) Materials
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
USPHS
Description
An account of the resource
Items created by the Venereal Disease Division of the USPHS.
Still Image
A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.
Original Format
The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data
Pamphlet
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Title
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"Syphilis, Its Cause, Its Spread..Its Cure!" (Pamphlet)
Subject
The topic of the resource
Syphilis—Causes
Syphilis—Effects
Syphilis—Testing
Syphilis—Transmission
Syphilis—Treatment
Description
An account of the resource
An educational pamphlet by the USPHS on syphilis.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
USPHS
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
National Archives, Box 648, Record Group 69: Records of the Works Progress Administration, 1922-1944, Series: State Project Reports and Research Publications, compiled 1933-1943, documenting the period ca. 1605-1949.
Publisher
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US Government Printing Office
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
circa 1938
Identifier
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NARA: RC 201.5C32 “11 Pamphlets, English and Other Language”
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
United States--Great Depression
blood test
cure
exam
kiss
lab coat
marriage
microscope
microscopic view
photograph
physician
pregnancy
prostitution
quack
spirochete
syphilis
syringe
test tube
treatment