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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
Pudgiie Purdon' $
Thanksgiving.

Now, Pudgie," said his mother tn
young Mr.. Percy purdon, ten years old.
;'mind your manners at the Thanksl
living dinner on the island Of Green
eyes The children are potter there
than most grown people elsewhere
They'll be sure to see every break you
make. though they are too well. bred
to let ycu know It."
Pudgie promised. kissed his mother
goodby and In two hours time was at
the residence Of Mr.. Timotheus Green
eyes. where the Thanksgiving party
was. Grandfather Greeneyes. father
of Mr.. Timotheus. welcomed Pudgie
ut the fr1ut door and led him into the
house.
The dining room and parlor Of Mr..
Timotheus Greeneyes' mansion had
been thrown into one for this occasion
Underneath the mantelpiece. In the
place where the fireplace would have
been II there had been any in this new
fashioned house. was decoration
made of American fruits and veseta-
bles-n0t n flower IN 1t. Some bright
autumn leaves were stuck in with the
other thugs. and some dried grasses
and punches Of feathery parsley.
To begin. the Greeneyes boys had
scooped the insides out of nagliti
cent yellow pumpkin. shining and sym
metrically shaped. They placed that
under the mantelpiece. Miss Anita
Greeneyes carved upon 1t the word
Thanksgiving"
A small cabbage of n soft green color
looked artistic the way they placed 1t
In the center of the mass Of fruit
and vegetable decoration. Even shin
ing red and white onions were ar
tisticnlly arranged In that unique
pumpkin vase. There were grapes.
oranges. figs and bananas. Some long
splendid ears of yellow and red In
dian corn. little of the dried husk
showing. were among the brightest
ornaments in this Thanksgiving b0u-
quet. Atop of all was bright yellow
carrot. Upon II Miss Anita Ind carved
Il comic face that made you laugh I"
look at II.
Upon large sheet Of paper Mis-
Anita painted log house. Back OF
the house was II forest with an In
dian or two peeplng out among the
trees. At each corner OF the hoGSe
stood Il grim looking man IN Puritan
costume. Leaning upon II musket. I'm
der the log cabin were the words.
The First Thanksgiving. lG21."
At dinner Grandfather Greeneyes
carved the turkey In most graceful
and skillful manner. They had Gran.
berry sauce and sweet potatoes ard
succOtash and tomatoes and pumpkin
pie and figs and raisins and pecan
nuts. and don't know what American
grown daint!ts they didn't have nj
that notable dinner
After Il was over grandmother
Greeneyes told them pioneer stories
awhile. aud after that they had games.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
A Miniature Boomerang.

The boomerang used by the native
Australians In war and In the chase
is u curved wooden missile. The skill
with which the boomerang Is made
and thrown Is great. The thin, slight
ly bent piece of wood, rarely more
than two feet In length, may be made
to fly In q complex curve so that II
will strike the ground behind the
thrower.
Let US make small model Of this
boomerang. Cut 1t of stiff cardboard.
taking care that one side Is n trif1e
heavier than the other. Then insert
the little boomerang under the nail Of
the index finger Of The left hand and
snap II sharply with the thumb and
int.,x finger Ut the right hand. The
missile will iy upward with quick rev.
ilu.iunS. On!y 10 pause finally and re.
turn to the starting point. Ii takes
much practice 10 learn to fly this little
lmmrraug correctly. and the first trials
will certainly he unsuccessful.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
Cooking Hints.

Celery should be allowed to lie In cold
water, to which little salt has been add
ed, for an hour before 1t is required for
the table. This will make it very crisp.
Always put the sugar used in pie in
the centre of the fruit, not at the top, as
this makes the paste sodden.
When peeling onions, begin at the
root end and peel upward and the onions
will scarcely affect yonr eyes at all.
In boiling meat for making soup the
meat should be put into cold water in
order to extract all the goodness from
the meat.
A thin coating made of three parts
lard, melted, with one part resin and ap-
piled to stoves and CRATES will prevent
them rusting when not in use.
Before using new enamel COOKING
utensils grease the inside with butter.
This prevents the enamel cracking and
chipping afterward.
When boiling vegetables be sure the
water is at the boiling point before put.
ting in the vegetables to be cooked. If
it is cold or lukewarm the freshness and
flavor will soak out into the water. Place
the saucepan over the hottest part of
the stove, so that it will boil as quickly
as possible, and be careful that the boil
ing does not cease until the contents are
thoroughly cooked and ready to be
dished.
An easy way to keep enamel sauce
pans, pie dishes, etc., clean: Take o
small piece of emery cloth, or cloth
we'll rubbed with sapolio, dampen 1t,
and rub all soiled parts; rinse we'll, first
in soapy then clear water, when they will
be found quite spotless and quite new.
The following is simple but sure way
to tell good from bad eggs: Fresh eggs
should be more transparent In the center
than elsewhere. A fresh egg will sink
In brine solution made of one ounce Of
salt to a quart of water. A stale egg
will swim about, and a really bad one
float on the very top. The vessel used
should have a smooth, level bottom
McCall's.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

In an article published in the
Youths Companion of Septem-
Der 23rd. 1909, DR.. Browne, the
great medical authority on
foods, says, about brain and
muscle building
There is one kind of food
that seems to me of marked
value as a food to the brain and
to the whole body throughout
childhood and adolescence
YOUTH, and that is oatmeal.
Oats are the most nutritious
of all the cereals, being richer
in fats, organic phosphorus and
lecithins. -
He says oatmeal is gaining
ground with the well-te-do of
Great Britain. He speaks of it
as the mainstay of the Scottish
laborer's diet and says it pro-
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
No. 711.-Furniture Puzzle.

No. 711.-Furniture Puzzle.
Each Of the following sentences de-
scribe piece Of household furniture:
/. A line or row. 9. A board at the
side Of wagon. 3. A department or
force of men transacting particular
branch of public business. 4. A stroll
ing place. 8. Fare. 6. A place Of bust
ness. 7. An outdoor game played with
ball, bat and wickets. 8. A college
professorship. 9. A plot Of land pre-
pared for certain plants.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
THINGS to Learn.

Some one has suggested eight thing
every girl can learn before she Is iif'
teen. Not every girl can learn TO play
or sing or paint we'll enough to give
pleasure to her friends. but the fol
lowing Accomplishments" are within
everybody's reach: Shut the door. aud
shut II softly: keep your room In taste.
full order: have I'm hour for rising and
arise: learn to make bread as we'll as
cake; never let u button stay of TWEEN
ty.four hours; always know where your
things are; never let day pass with
out doing something to make some one
comfortable; never 60 to breakfast un.
tidily dressed.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
Cooking Fish.

Cooking Fish.
Nearly all ash to be fried are improv-
ed BY the addition Of teaspoonful or
two Of lemon juice to the fat In which
they are cooked. ,,
II when frying fish Of any kind little
salt IL sprinkled on the bottom OF the
pan when 1t 10 hot, and the fat boiling,
the fish can be easily turned without
breaking in the least.
BAKED BLUEFIsH.
In baking bluefish, score the fish and
insert strips of pork In the gashes. Lay
strips of pork in q dripping pan and
place the fish, we'll seasoned with salt
and pepper, on top. Rub 1t over with a
little olive oil or butter and roast In .
very hot oven. If it shows signs OF
browning too fast, cover with q butter.
ed paper until nearly done. Half . cup
full of boiling water should be thrown
over the fish when 1t 10 put into the
oven, and 1t should be frequently basted.
When the fish is done take up on a hot
platter and garnish with watercress and
q sliced lemon. Serve with rich gravy
made by adding little flour and water
to the drippings in the pan. Then sea-
son with tablespoonful of kitchen
bouquet and two or three teaspoonfuls
of tomato sauce. If stuffed fish is liked,
make dressing of a pint OF bread
crumbs mixed with little finely chop
ped pork and season with salt, pepper,
finely minced parsley and kitchen bou-
quet. Put the stuffing into the opening
of the fish and sew or tie securely.
FISH CHowDER.
For fish chowder fry some slices of
salt pork in an iron pot. Put in a layer
of fish, cut in slices, on the pork, then
layer of thinly-sliced onions and one OF
sliced potatoes. Repeat until the quanti-
ty desired is obtained. Season each lay
er of onions with salt and pepper. Split
hard biscuits snd place them on the
sides and tops. Add water enough to
come into sight. When the potatoes are
tender the dish is ready. Add half a
pint of milk or cup OF cream and serve.
EscALLoPED FISH.
To escallop fish use fish that has al
ready been cooked. Remove all the
bones and shred finely. Place alayer In
UdkIuK uiou duu OOFOh VIVA SAS.~
crumbs and finely-cut cold boiled pota-
toes. Season, and, if preferred, little
shredded onion or hard-boiled egg may
be added. Repeat until the dish is full;
Finish on the top with bread crumbs and
egg. Pour over this drawn butter, salt
and then brown.
FISH PIE.
Line pie dish with mashed potatoes;
take any pieces of cold fish which have
been left over from dinner, remove all
bones, break up fine with a fork, add
piece of butter or dripping the size OF an
egg. Season to taste with pepper and
salt, mix thoroughly, fill the pie-dish
and cover with mashed potatoes, put
four or five small pieces of butter or
dripping OH the top and bake in the oven
half an hour. Makes nice dish for
breakfast aud uses up all pieces OF fish
and cold potatoes.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
key 70 Puzzledom.

No. 69S.-Insertions: l. Die. dime
lie, lime: pop, pOmp. 2. Sow, scow
samp, scamp. 3. Cover, clover; mat
malt; jot, jolt; cash, clash; camp
clamp; kin, kiln. 4. Laity, laxity
Boer, Boxer. s. Sly, sixty.
No. 9.-Charades: /. Lawn, NOW
err-lawnmower .. Scar, a. bee-scarab
No. 7OO.-Singular and Plural:
No, nose. .. May, maze. 3. Add
adze. T. Fur, furze 5. Few, fuse. 6
Gay, gaze. Z. Brew, bruise. 8. Core
coarse. Q. New, muse. 10. Dough
doze.
No. 701.-Riddle: Paint.
No. 7O2.-Pictured Word: Friend
ship.
No. 703.-Transposed Letters: Tab
let, battle: stream, master; finger
fringe: vase. save: glider. girdle: east
seat.
No. 7O4.-Anagram: Annoyances.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

She-Did you hear they were going to
tax bachelorsp
He-Yes. but they'll never get It out
Of me.
Shelf is nice of you to put 1t that
way, but / must speak to mother first.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

Only a little cold In the head may be
the beginning OF an obstinate case OF
Nasal Catarrh. Drive out the invader
with Ely's Cream Balm applied straight
to the infamed stuffed up air-passages.
Price SOC. If you prefer to use an
atomizer, ask for Liquid Cream Balm.
1t has all the good qualities Of the solid
form OF this remedy and will rid you OF
catarrh or hay fever. No c,caine to
breed dreadful habit. No mercury to
dry out the secretion. Price 75c., with
spraying tube. All druggists, or mailed
BY Ely Bros, So Warren Street, New
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

Mistress hurrying frantically)-Mary,
what time 10 1t nowP
Maid-Half-p past two, mum.
Mistress-Oh, thought 1t was later;
still have twenty minutes to catch the
steamer.
Maid-Yis, mum, I knew ye'd be
rushed, 90 set the clock back thirty
minutes to give 70 more time.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

"Why," shouted the orator pointing
to the national ensign, "why, ask you,
does that flag hang there? I repeat,
what is the reason that that flag is dis
played upon these wallsP"
As an answer seemed to be expected,
the janitor rose nneasily and explained
"The fact is, they wouldn't let me drive
nails anywhere else for fear of cracking
the plaster"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

WTSe percentage
Of his soldiers. leaving the cOnQueror
Of Monterey stripped Of the bravest
veterans and with pitifully small
body Of men at his command.
Santa Anna learned how the gallant
general was weakened. This was the
willy Mexic,tn's chance to avenge him.
self for the defeats Taylor had in
hicted. With about 10000 men Santa
Anna bore down upon Taylors little
army of probably less than 5000. bent
on crushing 1t and forever Kidding
Mexico Of her most dangerous foe. The
invaders fate seemed certain. Moth
Ing apparently could prevent the over
whelming Mexican force from annihl-
lating them.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
No CASE ON RECORD.

There is no case on record of a cougf
or cold resulting in pneumonia or con
sumption after Foley's Honey and Tai
has been taken, as it will stop you
cough and break up your cold quickly
Refuse any but the genuine Foley
Honey and Tar In yellow package
Contains no opiates and Is safe and sure
r. A. Shurtleff & Co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
A CARD.

This is to certify that all druggists are
authorized to refund your money If
Foley's Honey and Tar fails to cure your
cough or cold. It stops the cough, heals
the lungs and prevents-serious results
from o cold, prevents pneumonia and
consumption. Contains no opiates. The
genuine Is in yellow package. Refuso
substitutes. F. A. Shurtleff & Co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

Casidy-Shure, Csllahan's always hav-
in tn worst av luck! Now he's lost his
roight hand while blashtin'!
Gilligan-Oh, l dinnah; it's not as
pad as it moight have been. Suppose
he had been holding his weeks wages in
It at the tonne?
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

Beer Drinkers and others who suffer
with Bright's Disease, Diabetes, Back
Ache, or any Kidney or Bladder Trouble
can be cured II they will take Bloodlne
Blood and Kidney Tablets, 50c. q box,
made by The Bloodine Co., Inc, Bos-
son, Mass.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
A RELIGIOUS AUTHORS STATE
MENT,

Rev. Joseph q. Fesperman, Salisbury,
N. c., who is the author of several
books, writes: "For several years was
afflicted with kidney trouble and last
winter l was suddenly stricken with a
severe pain in my kidneys and was con-
fined to bed eight days unable to get up
without assistance. My urine contained
thick white sediment and passed
same frequently day and night. COM
menced taking Foley's Kidney Remedy,
and the pain gradually abated and finally
ceased and my urine became normal.
oheerfully recommend Foley's Kidney
Remedy" r. A. Shurtl.ff & CO.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

Foley's Kidney Remedy will cure any
case of kidney or bladder trouble that is
not beyond the reach of medicine. Cures
backache aud Irregularities that if neg.
lected might result in Bright's disease or
diabetes. r. A. Shurtleff & Co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

$50 you're going to introduce base
ball among the prisOnersP l don't ap-
prove. What will become of disciplinep"
"If man gets too obstreperous," re-
piled the warden confidently, "we'll
make him umpire"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

81 want a man with some experience
as public performer" explained the
stout man.
81 think I'll do" said the applican,
hopefully. "I'm the only man on our
block who uses q lawn mower in the
evenin T."
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

Teacher Ito dull pupil in mathematic')
You should be ashamed Of yourself.
Why, at your age George Washington
was surveyor.
Pupil-Yes, sir; and at your age lie
was president of tho United States.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

and proceeded to
upset Taylor's ar
engagements In the
effort to improve
his own.
Just as Taylor
was preparing Il
brilliant ca IN
puign for the win
ter Scott took the
field with another
army. with which
he purposed to as
sail Vera Cruz.
10 swell t b e
ranks Of this sec
ond army he sent
for Taylor's best
officers and a
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
No. 7os.-shaksspsarean Enigma.

No. 09.-Shakespearean Enigma.
l am composed Of thirty-two letters
and am quotation from Hamlet"
My II ) 0 80 Is "a Is one to whonl
his father gave good advice as he was
about to start on his travels.
My SAT II never told her love.
My 6 80 81 81 % was 1.-The noblest
Roman Of them all"
My IA 10 . 10 % II 20 "loved not
wisely, but too we'll"
My 10 IS 90 90 II 20 is the noblesi
friend mentioned by Shakespeare.
MY 16 80 80 IA Is heroine who was
falsely accused.
MY 2G IL . 2l is what Portia discov-
cred in the bond.
My % % ~ % 10 80 II 20 helped
Portia.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
The Moth.

FIiCKer-HIcK
Above the wick
Burned the candle flame.
Through the open window shutter
Young Moth Miller came.
Straight he huitered toward the yellow.
Bright. allurlng thing.
And, alas. poor. foolish fellow.
Scorched his downy wing.
Little ones. take lesson from him.
Be not overbold.
Stop and think that glittering things
Are not always gold.
Youths Companion.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

If you desire clear complexion tai g
Foley's Orino Laxative for constipation
and liver trouble Is 1t will stimulate
these organs and thoroughly cleanse your
system, which is what ev. ~ one needs
10 order to feel we'll. F. A. Shurtleff Il
Co
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

What will you take for that cough you
have Bill? don't want 1t, but II | had 1t
I would take Bloodine Cough Checker, a
25c. bottle will cure you.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

Jack-That young Simpsrly seems
such a fragile fellow should hesitate to
touch him for fear he would break.
Sam-He wouldn't hesitate about
touching you II he was broke.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

$50 he praised my singing?"
Eyes, he said it was heavenly"
"Really?"
"Well. something like that. He said
Il was unearthly."
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

Shoes without heels are much more
healthful for the young, because they
strengthen the ankles. II q child's
ankles seem weak, rub them with lit
tie alcohol.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

Bloodine, the Worlds Tonic, 10 the
best tonic and body builder. Free Sam
pie by mail for 10c. Address, The
Bloodine Co., Inc, Boston, Mass.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

Foley's Honey and Tar cures coughs
quickly, strengthens the lungs and expels
colds. Get the genuine In Q yellow
package. =. Shurtlsff 4 Co.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
ORDER OF NOTICE THEREON.

DISTRICT OF MAINE. IS.
On this 10th day of Nov, A. d. 1909, on rca =
Ing the foregoing petition, 1t Is
Ordered by the Court, That q hearing be hti
upon the same on the 10th day Of Dec, A. ID.
1903, before said Court at Portland, in said Dis
trict, at 10 O'Clock in the forenoon; and that no
tice thereof be published in the oxford Demo.
crat, a newspaper printed in said District, anu
that all known creditors, and other persons In
interest, may appear at the said time and place,
prayer OF said petitioner should not be granted.
And It is further ordered by the Court, That
the Clerk shall send by mail to all known cred.
itors copies Of said petition and this order. al
dressed to them at their places Of residence a.
stated.
Witness the Hon. CLARENCE HALE, Judge OF
the said Court, and the seal thereof, at Portland
In sai6 District, on the 10th day Of Nov, A. d.
1909.
Isl JAMES 4. HEWEY, Clerk.
true copy of petition and order thereon.
Attest: JAMES e. HEWEY. Clerk.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

Bloodine Liver Pills cure Sick Head.
aches, Biliousness, Dizziness and Consti.
patton. 25c. . boz, mailed BY The
Bloodine Co., Inc, Boston, Mass.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
PROBATE NOTICES,

70 all persons interested in either Of the Eseases
hereinafter named:
At Probate Court, held at Paris. In and
il 0asn the q our tos sha
nine hundred and nine. The following matter
having been presented for the action thereupor
hereinafter indicated, It II hereby ORDEHHD:
rss n q n:lS b soH ys q 81. q
published three weeks SUCCESSFULLY In the OK.
ford Democrat, . Newspaper published at South
Paris, In said County, that they may appear ss
Probate Court 10 Be held at said Paris on
of the clock In the forenoon, and be heard there.
on II they see cause.
Sarah J. Martin, late of Oxford, deceased ;
will and petition for probate thereof presented
by Frank p. Martin, the executor therein named.
Isaac Howe, late of Woodstock, deceased |;
will and petition for probate thereof presenter
by Sarah Howe, the executrix therein named.
Warren severy, late Of Dixheld. deceased /;
final account presented for allowance by Alvah
A. Waite, executor.
Eugene A. Barker, late Of Rumford, de.
ceased; frat account presented for allowance by
julia X. Barker, executrix.
Eleanor Whitman, late of Woodstock, de.
ceased; second account presented for allowance
by George l.. Cushman, executor.
Irene Abbott, late Of Paris, deceased; first
account presented for allowance by Nancy L.
Parker, misunderstanding
Madge L. and Dwight w. Turner Of
BuckHeid, wards; petition for license 70 sell and
convey real estate presented by Walter A.
Turner, guardian.
Laura 8. Sturtevant, late Of Canton, de.
ceased; frat account presented for allowance by
W. II. Eastman. executor.
Lydia A.A. Woodbury., late Of Paris, de.
ceased; second account presented for allowance
by James 8. Wright, administrator 18th the WI
annexed.
Irene Abbott, late Of Paris, deceased; pe;i.
ton for order to distribute balance remaining In
her hands presented by Nancy I. Parker, adj
m nistratrix.
Laura q. Sturtevant, late Of Canton. de-
ceased petition for order to distribute balance
remaining In his hands presented by w. II
Eastman, executor.
ADDISON +. HERRlCK, Judge Of said Cour'
true copy-Attest:
ALBEIT D. PARK. Register.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
No. 710.-Charade.

The TOTAL was fond OF his ONE. it Is said
He laid his best work at her feet,
Though some. quite as good. he placed
over her head,
He being a TOTAL SO neat.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

Five nations chosen from all the
world are represented in the pictures.
Can you make them out?
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30
Recipes.
CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING.

NfONOf'Hkff@ oxsf71f1' = Y 1@0@]'N''
One cup of stale bread crumbs; add
boiling milk till they are thick, smooth
paste; add q heaping tablespoonful of
butter, another of grated chocolate,
sweetened, sugar to taste, and half.tea-
spoonful of vanilla. Cool, add three
eggs beaten separately, putting yolks in
first; bake in a buttered pudding dish,
and aarYa hot with cream.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1909-11-30

A very simple relief for neuralgia is to
boil small handful of lobelia In half a
pint OF water till the strength is out of
the herb, then strain it off and add a
teaspoonful Of fac salt. Wiring cloths
out of the liquid as hot as possible and
spread over the part affected. 1t acts
like charm. Change the cloths as soon
as cold till the pain is all gone; then
cover the place with soft, dry covering
till perspiration 10 over, 80 as to prevent
taking cold. Rheumatism can often be
relieved BY application to the painful
parts, OF cloths wet In weak solution of
soda in water. II there Is inflammation
in the joints, the cure is very quick; the
wash needs to be lukewarm.