15057. Misbranding of phosphated iron. XJ. S. v. 7 Packages of Phospl 
Iron. Default decree of condemnation, forfeiture, and des 
tion.     (F. & D. No. 21640.    I. S. No. 14418-x.    S. No. C-5107.)
On February 17, 1927, the United States attorney for the Eastern Distr 
Wisconsin, acting upon a report by the Secretary of Agriculture, filed i 
District Court of the United States for said district a libel praying seizur< 
condemnation of 7 packages of phosphated iron, remaining in the origins 
broken packages at Milwaukee, Wis., alleging that the article had been sh 
by the Relief Laboratory, Inc., Newburgh, N. Y., in part January 15, 192- 
in part April 8, 1926, and transported from the State of New York into the 
of Wisconsin, and charging misbranding in violation of the food and druj 
as amended.
Analysis by this department showed that the product consisted essentia 
iron phosphate and carbonate, nux vomica extract, and a laxative drug.
It was alleged in substance in the libel that the article was misbrand 
that the following statements borne on the labels, regarding the curativ 
therapeutic effects of the said articles were false and fraudulent, since i 
tained no ingredient or combination of ingredients capable of producin 
effects claimed: (carton label) "Phosphated Iron * * * To overcon 
lack of Iron and Phosphorous in the whole system; to increase Flesh and r. 
Building, to overcome lack of Nerve Force and Energy, Brain Fag anc" 
Tired Feeling * * * for all that are going back and feel they need h 
carry them over.    *    *    *   indicated in the treatment of Loss of Ap]
Anaemia (Lack of Red Blood Corpuscles), Pimples and all Skin Affections, 
Neurasthenia, Hysteria, Fainting or Dizziness, delayed or suppressed painful 
Menstruation, and is used with great success for its reconstructive powers after 
prolonged illness ; " (circular) " Phosphated Iron in Hundreds of Cases of Nerve 
Exhaustion, Lack of Iron and Phosphates, Weakened Vitality, Anaemia, Neuras- 
f thenia, etc., this Scientific Remedy has helped Nature to restore Health, Strength 
and Happiness. Nervousness, Short Temper, Headaches, Foolish Fears, that 
Tired Feeling, Worry, Lack of Ambition, Loss of Sleep, these are the price of 
over-strenuous life when we lack the Iron and Phosphorous in our systems to 
enable us to recuperate and come back strong for the tasks we all have to shoul- 
der. To Avoid This Worn-out Condition and Nervous Breakdown and the 
danger of serious diseases due to weakened resistance (Caused from lack of Iron 
and Phosphorous in the Body) Three Things Are Necessary: Good Rest, Proper 
Nourishment and Phosphated Iron. The Value of Phosphated Iron lies in the 
Fact that it quiets the nerves and makes the dreaded sleepless nights give way 
to undisturbed refreshing sleep. It helps to nourish the body by giving healthy 
enjoyable appetite and aiding Digestion, so the Iron and Phosphates are 
readily taken into the blood and circulation, enabling the body to get the full 
benefit of the well-digested food and Phosphated Iron. * * * For lack of 
Iron that goes to make rich red blood, for Anaemia, Loss of Vitality, Nei'Yous 
Prostration due to Overwork, Nervousness, Bad or Impoverished Blood, for the 
treatment of Wasting Diseases and for People recovering from long and serious 
illness, Phosphated Iron should be used as a Nerve, Health and Strength Builder 
"? * * Don't Make This Mistake Be Sure and Do Not Stop Treatment Too 
Soon Remember your trouble is a deeply rooted condition. It took a long time 
to develop and you cannot get rid of it in a day, so do not make the mistake of 
stopping treatment too soon even though your trouble has ceased. After taking 
Phosphated Iron for a short time and experiencing its benefits, do not jump to 
the conclusion that your trouble is cured because you feel so much better again. 
The chances are that in reality the fight against your trouble is just turning in 
your favor, unless your case is an exceptionally mild one. If you stop treat- 
ment too soon, you may suffer a return of your troubles, because you have not 
thoroughly absorbed enough Phosphated Iron in your system to be on the safe 
side. Continue taking Phosphated Iron for a couple of weeks after all your 
symptoms disappear, simply as a safeguard against the return of your old com- 
plaint. Furthermore, if yours is a severe or chronic case of lack of Iron and 
Phosphates be content to wait a little while for results, your patience will be 
well rewarded. Bear in mind what a stubborn ailment your condition is, and 
how long you have been running down hill, your powers of nerve resistance have 
worn out, your blood is impoverished for lack of Iron and Phosphates and you 
realize that in a long standing case of your ailment it takes time to accomplish 
material benefits. Your case may be so severe as to require three or six or 
seven more boxes of ' Phosphated Iron '."
On April 25, 1927, no claimant having appeared for the property, judgment of 
condemnation and forfeiture was entered, and it was ordered by the court that 
the product be destroyed by the United States marshal.
W. M. JARDINE, Secretary of Agriculture.