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Toilet Paper Was Not Widely Used Until The Late 19th Century
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Toilet Paper Was Not Widely Used Until The Late 19th Century

Before its invention, people used a variety of materials including leaves, moss, sponges on sticks, and even corn cobs. Wealthier individuals in ancient times might have used wool or linen.

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March 29, 2026
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