The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1865-12-13
SPECTACLES.

HOCDLE PIoION sSPEOIAOLES
The only perfect Lens In existence
Superior to any other in use-constructed nj
accordance with the science and philosonbr al
nature in a peculiar fern of a CONCAT0.
CONVEX ELLIPSIS, admirably adapted to fl.
organ OF Sight, and perfectly natural to the eve
atfordlng, altogether, the best artificial helm NJ
the human vision ever invented. ,,4
Sold only by the Professor of Optics and Spec
tacle Manufacturer. afaD ms (. 4s
The ADVANTAGES of these Soectocles ora, III
others are: - ssL s31 ttlis# ~ VI"
LIST: The only true Lens known, being perfecty
free from chromatic light, so we'll known to h.
the cause of injury to the vision, and which
makes the change from Spectacles to Glasses Of
stronger power so often required, while both near
ana Instant OBJECTS are seen with equal facility
through the same Glasses f5i, -
I'd. Can be worn with perfect ease for any
length OF time at one sitting, giving ASTONISHING
clearness OF vision, particularly, by candle OT
other artificial light-comfort to the spectacle
wearer hitherto unknown. ga
I'd. Change OF Spectacles or Glasses of stronger
magnitying power in most cases never REQUIRED
should the defect arise from age, disease, or pre-
mature decay-thus securing to the patient good
sight during life. a
4th. When the eyes ache or pain through the
action OF bright light, such as is reflected from
snow, sunny weather, white paper, and in read.
ing, writing, or sewing, or vivid colored bodies
agreeable sensation and perfect cure.
9TH In all nervous affections of the eye caus.
ing dull and startling pains in the eve ball or
temple, appearance of luminous and dark spots in
the atmosphere, aching or feeling like sand in The
eye, the disturbed nerves are Quoted, soothei
and entirely restored.
9Th Ground by peculiar machinery got up at
great cost, mathematically calculated expressly
for the manufacture of this Lens, SO as to produce
1t with the true spherical accuracy, and its focu:
is at the exact CENTRE point of vital importance
and which no other Lens possesses.
Hh Proof OF superiority over the old kind Of
spectacles. They are used exclusively at all the
hospitals for diseases of the eve in New York and
elsewhere.
testimony OF recommendations from Medical
gentlemen, Professors of the highest Opthalmi
talent in Norfolk and in the Union
NORFOLK, VA, Nov II, 1865
| have examined the Spectacles and Gassesof
fro1. bernhardt, and have selected pair for my
own use. l believe they are of very superior
quality, and commend them to such as NAV re,
quire artificial aid.
ROBT B. TUNSTALL, MD
have also selected pair of Prot. Bernhardts
Glasses for my own use, and concur fully in the
above recommendation ief41 1le4 e ~
WILLIAM sELDEN, MD
NoRFoLK, Va, November, 1865
We have examined Prof Bernhardt's Spectacla
and Glasses, and take great pleasure in recon.
mending them to the public. They are made Of
the finest material, and with strict regard to
scientific principles. The Professor is eminenty
capable of adapting glasses to suit the eyes of all
who may call upon him. We can confidently re-
commend him to the public patronage. Prof
Is a thoroughly educated Opticiah.
VIM. ). Moore, M. d., JAS W. Leigh, NJ D..
j.. Z. Baylor, M. D., VIM. H. Lassel, NJ. D.,
Jas ), u; Gait, M: d., S. G. Browne, NJ. D.,
Il. O. D. G ia @ M. D.. EN-. Watts, NJ D, Ports
geo. ". .. Maupin, M. d.; Portsmouth.
heV. M. O'Keefe, Catholic Pastor, Norfolk.
NoRFoLK,e VA, Nov. 10th, 1865
have examined a great variety of glasses
manufactured by Prof. NJ. Bernhardt, Of New
ork, and In justice to the Professor must say
mat ms glasses are of a very superior qualify
adapted 10 meet the wants of almost any eye
where the vision is in any way imperfect
The Professor has selected for me pair Of
glasses which render my vision, for reading or
writing, as perfect it was in youth, and cheer
fully commend him to all who may have need OF
glasses to assist their sight. e'l'' 4--H
GEO. D. ARMSTRONG,
Pastor of Presbyterian Church, Norfolk
Testimonials similar to the above may be seen
at Professor Bernhardt's office from
Hon H A. G. Curtin, Governor of PennsyIvanla'
Hon. P. Morton, " 50 Indiana.
Hon. Il. A. Swift, &c g Minnesota.
Hon. Alex. Ramsay, :. Minnesota.
Hon. Richard Yates, g g Illinois
Hon. Horatio Seymour, Ex-Gov. New York
And other distinguished gentlemen.
Omce hours from A. M, to p. NJ
n ~ b. owing to engagements elsewhere, Pro.
Bernhardt will be able to remain here for shol'
time only. t nov23-f