Fourth generation Herbert Scholz learnt physiotherapy in the USA.
On his return to Light Pass in 1918 he expanded the hospital even further.
Herbert’s treatment for polio included exercise, instead of the traditional medical prescription of bed rest.
Scholz’s Ointment was used at the Willows Hospital since its inception, followed by other preparations made by W.H Scholz & Son, such as Scholz’s Genuine ‘Hospital Brand’ Altona Drops and Scholz’s Liniment.
Albert Scholz (Herbert’s brother) patented a range of Scholz remedies including salves, tablets and the aptly named Scholz ‘Magic Touch’ Pile Relief.
Some veterinary products including Scholz Berg Oil were also made at the Light Pass hospital.
Interestingly the remedies and surviving receipt state the hospital’s location as being in the larger town of Nuriootpa, rather than at Light Pass.
After providing over 100 years of patient care, the Willows Hospital was closed by Herbert Scholz due to ill health in about 1960.
The buildings are still owned by the Scholz family and the 1883 hospital is now a private residence.