[sogagg] Re: Tobacco Smoke Enema Kit (1750s ~ 1810s)

From: Gar Wright <gar.wright77@xxxxxxxxx>
To: SOGAGG <sogagg@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Wed, 11 Jan 2017 17:14:47 -0800

Two questions: (1) Why did such a promising medical alternative die out?
and (2) Does this suggest yet another use for medical marijuana????

Gar Wright, 619-733-3309

On Jan 11, 2017 8:04 PM, "dwayne-kay" <dwayne-kay@xxxxxxx> wrote:

SOGAGG Colleagues,

This is a screen shot from the Facebook page of my old shipmate Mel
Purvis.  A great history buff and self-styled philosopher.  Even though he
attempted to post of picture of this, apparently it didn’t take.  Maybe
that’s for the better.  Regardless, here we have yet another revelation of
historical significance.  I’m guessing this could win you a number of beer
bets (but don’t try it on a SOGAGGer since we now all know it).

Cheers!

/Ace

[image:
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<https://www.facebook.com/melvin.purvissr>Melvin Purvis Sr
<https://www.facebook.com/melvin.purvissr>

The picture didn't post

Thought you would enjoy this educational moment.
Can you name this strange old tool?
Do you know what it is?

Tobacco Smoke Enema Kit (1750s ~ 1810s).
The tobacco enema was used to infuse tobacco smoke into a patient's rectum
for various medical purposes, but primarily the resuscitation of drowning
victims.
A rectal tube inserted into the anus was connected to a fumigator and
bellows that forced the smoke into the rectum. The warmth of the smoke was
thought to promote respiration.
Doubts about the credibility of tobacco enemas led to the popular phrase
"blowing smoke up your ass."
As you are most likely aware, this odd tool is still heavily used by all
levels of government.

References:
- [sogagg] Tobacco Smoke Enema Kit (1750s ~ 1810s)
  - From: dwayne-kay

[sogagg] Re: Tobacco Smoke Enema Kit (1750s ~ 1810s)

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