@article{DA, author = {Radium Ore Revigator Co.}, url = {http://digitalcollections.ohsu.edu/record/4615}, title = {Revigator crock}, abstract = {A "revigator" crock, from the Radium Ore Revigator Company. The cream-colored stoneware crock measures 22.5 cm in diameter at the base, and is marked with the company name and patent date ("7-16-12"). These crocks were sold during the early 20th century as a remedy for "tired" water. The jars contained, either as a part of the walls of the jar or as an accessory to the jar, some low-grade radioactive ore. Radioactive water was thought by some to be a curative for various ailments. The printed instructions indicate that six or more glasses of water from the crock should be consumed daily. This crock has a push-button dispenser and is lined with radium salts. It was originally purchased for $35 by Mr. Ray Sterton as an addition to his pottery collection, and was subsequently donated by John C. Brougher, M.D., in February 1976. It is in good condition, with a chip one one side.}, number = {DA}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.6083/M4SQ8XSQ}, recid = {4615}, address = {1930}, }