Prevent Cholera

This anti-cholera poster has pictures and writing in three languages: English, Chinese, and French. The pictures contrast “safe” versus “dangerous” sanitation practices. The poster is printed with orange ink on cream-colored paper.

English Translation

Four corners: Prevent cholera

Top and bottom: Dangerous

Left and right: Safe

Middle: It’s easier to prevent than to cure! Fight against cholera!

Bottom seal: Shanghai Municipal Council Public Health Department

Simplified Transcription

四角字母从左至右:预防霍乱

上下两边正中:危险

左右两边正中:安全

中间: 得病治疗不如无病预防快来扑灭霍乱

下方印章:上海市卫生局

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