Long Beach Sanitarium, Long Beach, Cal.
Identifier
post_00190
Title
Long Beach Sanitarium , Long Beach , Cal .
Creator
Unknown
Date Published
circa 1900-1910
Subject (Topic)
Sanatoriums--California--Long Beach ; Beaches--California--Long Beach ; Tennis ; Sailboats ; Oceans
Subject (Name)
Long Beach Sanitarium
Subject (Place)
Long Beach (Calif.)
Type
image
Form/Genre
Postcards
Physical Description
1 postcard : Color ; 9 x 14 cm
Institution
Department of Archives and Special Collections , William H . Hannon Library , Loyola Marymount University
Copyright Status
public domain
Copyright Statement
http://library.lmu.edu/generalinformation/departments/digitallibraryprogram/copyrightandreproductionpolicy/
Language
eng
Description
A montage of images with an exterior view of the Long Beach Sanitarium , a sailboat and a seagull in the ocean , women playing tennis , and a crowd of people walking in the water at the beach .
Historical Background
Sanitariums became popular in the late 19th century as hospitals to treat Tuberculosis , because good food , fresh air , and plenty of rest were the most effective treatment available at the time . The Battle Creek Sanitarium in Michigan was operated by John Harvey Kellogg from 1876-1942 , and promoted good health and fitness through diet , exercise , correct posture , fresh air , and proper rest . Over time , many sanitariums became resort-style retreats where guests relaxed and enjoyed healthy food and regular exercise . Southern California's mild climate made the area a particularly appealing destination for individuals suffering from respiratory ailments . The Long Beach Sanitarium advertised such courses of treatment as the milk diet and rest cure , and had electric and mechanical Swedish departments .
Additional Printed Matter
On back: "The Long Beach Sanitarium, California's foremost health resort. Very latest Battle Creek Sanitarium methods of treatment used and given the same at Battle Creek. Scientific Electrical treatments of every description a specialty. Finest electrical equipment on the Pacific Coast. Tennis, golf, motoring, delightful all year round surf bathing. Perfect climate. Winters always warm, summers always cool. Free booklet. W. Ray Simpson, manager Long Beach, Cal."
Source
Werner von Boltenstern Postcard Collection
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