Source
State Archives of Florida, Collection M81-24
Description
Dr. John Davidson's volume of remedies and recipes to cure various illnesses and to treat diseases. The book, dated August 3, 1843, covers treatments for such sicknesses as pneumonia and consumption to recipes for laxatives and expurgants.
Page 7
Rice Gruel.
[Recipe]. Ground Rice... ... [1 ounce]
7. Cinnamon [1 dram]
Water 1. qt.
Boil 40 minutes adding
the aromatic near the
conclusion. Strain & sweet-
en it. Wine may be added
if necessary.
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Panads.
[Recipe] Wheat Bread [1 ounce]
8. Cinnamon [1 dram]
Water 1 pint.
Boil until mixed, add grated
nutmeg & sugar. Wine or butter
may also be added if desirable.
Chicago Manual of Style
Davidson, John M. W. Rice Gruel, Panads, Sago, Tapioca Jelly. 1843-08-03. State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory. <https://www.floridamemory.com/items/show/275271>, accessed 13 October 2026.
MLA
Davidson, John M. W. Rice Gruel, Panads, Sago, Tapioca Jelly. 1843-08-03. State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory. Accessed 13 Oct. 2026.<https://www.floridamemory.com/items/show/275271>
AP Style Photo Citation
(State Archives of Florida/Davidson)
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