No. XLVII

_Take malt bruised, a pound, or three handfuls; sassafrass

chips, a small handful; boil it in a gallon of water for an

hour, and strain it off for use._

Let this be the constant drink, which in a short time will revive the

already tainted habit. Onions, horse-raddish, and mustard, &c. such as

will keep on board, should plentifully be made use of, and the pills No.

X. should be taken every twenty-four hours, at a time when going to

rest.

This method will soon bring the patient to health again, particularly if

in the first stage; but when it is come to the second degree, or in a

state of rapid decay, more effectual and immediate means must be taken.

Here then I shall present the method, which by experience I know to be

efficacious.

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