Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1871-03-01
L H E KID N E Y S.,

consisting of three parts, viz; the Anterior, the
1 Interior, and the Exterior.
The anterior absorbs Interior consists of tbs
! sues veins, which serve as a deposit for tho
urine and convey it to the exterior. The exte-
Nor is { conductor also, terminating in a single
tube, and called the ureter Tho ureters are con-
nected with the bladder
The bladder is composed of various coverings
or tissues, divided into parts viz: the Upper, th
Lower, the Nervous, and the Mucous The upper
erpels. the lower retains. Many have q desire to
urinato without the ability, others urinate with
out the ability to retain. This frequently occurs
in children.
To cure these affections, we must bring into ao-
t'on the muscles, which are engaged in their va
rious functions. II they neglected, Gravel o.
Dropsy may ensue.
The reader u.t also be made aware ths 9. how.
ever slight may be the attack it is sure to afec-
the bodily health and mental powers, a, cur fesh
and blood are supported from these sources
GoUT, OR RHEUxArIsx.-Pain occurring in the
loiHs is indicative of the above diseases They
occur in persons disposed to acid stomach and
chalky concretions.
IHE GsAvrL.-The gravel engues from neglect
| o. improper treatment of the kidneys These or
gans being weak, the water is not expelled from
| the bladder, but allowed t remain; it becomes
feverish, and sediment forms 1t is from this de-
Posit that the stone is formed, and gravel ensues
DRorsY is collection of water in some parts of
| the body, ard bcaIs-diferent names, according to
| the parts affected, viz: when generally difused
over the body, it is called Anasarca; when of The
Abdomen, Aseites; when OF the chest, HydrothcI
raI.
TEEArIEST.-Helmbol bold's highly concentrated
compound Extract Buchu is decidedly one of the
best remedies for diseases of the bladder kidneys,
gravel, dropsical swelings, rheumatism and equity
affections. Under this head we have arranged
Dysurie, or difficulty and pain in passing water,
scanty Secretion, or small and frequent dischar-
ges of water; strangury, or stopping of water:
Heriaturia, or bloody urine: Con, ~.-s f,n-
| tsm Of the Kidneys, without any change in guam
tty, but increase in color. or dark water. It was
always highly recOmmen ended by the late Dr..
| PhysieE in these affections.
| This M dicine increases the power of digestion
| and exctes the absorbents into healthy exercise
by which the watery cnIcareous dispositions
and all unnatural enlargements as we'll as pain
and inf animation are reduced. and it is taken by
men, women and children Directions for use and
diet accompany.
PHILADELPHIA, Pa, Feb. IS, 1867
Fl. :, HELMBoLD, Druggist:
DEAR SRI have been a sufferer for upward
of twenty years, with gravel, bladder and kidney
affections. during which time have used various
medicinal preparations, and been ur der the trea.-
E,snt Of the most eminent Physicians, experien-
cling but little relief
Having seen your preparations extensively ad.
vertised, consulted with ny family hysician in
regard to using your Extract Buchu
did this because had used all kinds of ad-
vertised remedies, and had fonnd them worthless,
and cone quite Injurious in fact despaired Of
ever getting well, and determined to use no rem
edies hersafter unless knew c. tie ingredients.
1t was this that prompted me use your mcdy.
As you advertised that it composed of buchu
Cubebs and juniper berries it occurred to me and
my physician excellent combination, and,
With his advice, after exami nation of the arti-
| Gle, andreonsulting again with the druggist,
concluded to try it I commenced its use about
| eight months ago, at which time was confined
to my room From the frst bottle vas astonish-
ed and gratifed at the beneficial effect. and after
using it three weeks was able TO walk out. felt
much like writing you full statement Of my case
at that time, but tho ught my improvemen Mt might
only be temporary, and therefore Sonclpded to
defer and see if it would effect perfect cure,
knowing then IT weuld be of greater value TO you
and more satisfactory to me.
/ am able to report that a cure is effected
a.;er using the remedy for five months.
have not used any for three months, and
feel well in all respects as 1 ever did.
Your Buchu being devoid of any unpleasant
taste and ,sor. nice tonic and invigorator of the
system | do not mean TO be without II Wh tncVer
occasion may require its use in such affections.
NJ MCCORMICK.
Should any doubt Mr.. Mccormick statement,
/ he refers te the following gentlemen:
| Hon WIN. Bigler, Governor Penu'a.
| Hon thomas Flerenae. Philadelphia
Hon. ]. C. Knox, Judge, Pbiladephia.
Hon. j s. Black. Judge, Philadelphia
| Hon. u. X. Porter. Ex-Governor Penna.
Hon. Ellis Lewis, Judge, PhiiadelPhf.
Hon. R. c. Grier, Judge U. Court
| Hon G. W Woodward Judge Philadelphia-
Hon v. A. Porter, Cay Solicitor, Phil'a.
Hon. John BigIe: sx q Governor, California.
| Hon. E Banks. Auditor Gen. Washington, DO.
And many others if necessary.
Sold by Druggists anu Dealers everywhere, Be-
| ,r,,e of counterfeits. Ask for HelmholRs. Take
no ether Price-si Is per bottle, OF bottles for
! so. Delivered to any address. Describe symp-
| tom. in all communications.
| Address ii. T. HELMB0LD, Drug and Chemi-
| cal Warehouse, 594 Broadway, Y.