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The Embalmers' Conflict and Beef Quality Controversy
Exploring a historical clash between embalmers and the Board of Health over new body preparation rules, followed by a humorous anecdote on 'bearded beef' during the Spanish American War. The chapter also delves into the origin of food and drug legislation in the US, a smallpox outbreak in Indiana, and lighthearted reflections on aging and bodily changes.