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		cwkoss on Nov 24, 2021 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Cocaine Paraphernalia Ads in the 70s A former pope used and endorsed a coca wine back in the day. Seems it was very popular for a while. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vin_Mariani

maneesh on Nov 24, 2021 [–]

Also one of Thomas Edison's favorite drinks! He's famous for rarely sleeping and working continuously -- I wonder how much of the effects are due to Vin Mariani vs his natural work ethic.

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