17363. Misbranding of Nozol. U. S. v. 240 Bottles of Nozol. Default decree of condemnation, forfeiture, and destruction. (F. & D. No. 24501, I. S. No. 029567. S. No. 2800.) OB February 6, 1980, the United States attorney for the Southern District of Indiana, acting upon a report by the Secretary of Agriculture, filed in the District Court of the United States for said district a libel praying seizure and condenmation of 240 bottles of Nozol, remaining in the original unbroken pack- ages at Indianapolis, Ind., alleging that the article had been shipped by the Nozol Ca (Inc.), Pittsburgh, Pa., on or about February 25, 1929, and had been transported from the State of Pennsylvania into the State of Indiana, and ?laiargMig misbranding in violation of the food ami drags act as amended." Analysis of a sample of the article by this department showed that it consisted -essentially of mineral oil containing small amounts of camphor, menthol, and ?oil of peppermint. It was alleged in the libel that the article was misbranded in that the state- ments regarding the curative and therapeutic effects of the said article, appear- ing in the labeling, were false and fraudulent, since it contained no ingredient or combination of ingredients capable of producing the effects claimed: (Bottle label) "Keeps the nose * * * healthy;" (circular) " Nozol America's Nose Remedy * * * The Health and Care of the Nose. Medical authorities are stressing the importance of the proper, regular care of the nose as a preventive of disease as well as in the treatment where infection nas already set in. Most of the troubles of the human race can be traced to germs. And it is through the nasal passages that many of these germs enter. We constantly breath air that is filled with dust, germ-laden particles-some of these pass off with the nasal secretions. However, not all are passed because many lodge on the moist membranous linings and soon an infection appears. Regular cleaning of the nasal passages is as important as cleaning your teeth-the fact that they ?can not be readily seen results in many people neglecting them. Nozol is to-day recognized by physicians, hospitals, and specialists as the foremost preparation for the treatment of general nasal troubles. Furthermore, they recommend JSTozol to prevent as well as to check disease. * * * Nozol * * * healing * * * the infected parts and helping to stop further spread of the infec- tion. * * * permits sufficient time for therapeutic action. * * * Nozol * * * is an effective agent in combating sinus trouble * * * Nozol is a liquid * * * reaching all parts of the mucous membrane, whereas salves and ointments seldom reach all the infected parts. Nozol for Nasal Catarrh. Catarrh of the nose is one of the most common of diseases. Chronic inflamma- tion of the membrane caused usually by excessive secretion is usually present in nasal catarrh and daily use of Nozol should be followed. The healing, * * * qualities of Nozol will greatly aid nature in correcting this catarrhal condition. * * * Nozol for Hay Fever * * * Thousands to-day are getting welcome relief during severe attacks and others start prevention early through the use of Nozol. Pollen, that carries the dreaded hay fever, attacks the delicate tissues of the lining. Nozol, when used in time, spreads over the tissues, preventing the pollen from attacking the lining. Nozol for Sinus Trouble. * * * It is estimated that * * * people in America are troubled with sinus infection of varying degrees. Sinus trouble * * * is indicated by frequent headaches, drippings of mucous into the throat, stoppage of the nasal passages and soreness and tenderness beneath the eye and over the cheekbone. If nature is allowed free rein, it can usually correct this condition. Nozol Most Effective Preparation for Sinus Trouble. By using Nozol regularly the nasal passages are kept clear and clean and proper drainage of the sinus allowed. Use frequently-three or four times a day if convenient, and shortly, the most stubborn cases of sinus trouble usually will yield to this treatment. Physicians are among those loudest in their praise of Nozol for sinus trouble. * * * People having trouble breathing while sleeping, and this is also true in case of children, can overcome this condition by clearing out the passages -with Nozol;" (display card) "Nozol Relieves Sinus Trouble * * * Makes Breathing Easy * * * recommended by Specialists for * * * Hay Fever, General Nose Troubles. Use Nozol for Sinus Trouble * * * Sinus Trouble Relieved with Nozol. * * * Nozol (Nose All)." On May 5, 1930, 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. ABTHUB M. HTDB, Secretary of Agriculture.