Every kind of salve or lotion that is supposed to remove or relieve
corns meets with a large sale. Corn files and pencils are getting
stale, and an enterprising inhabitant of Dresden has lately brought
out what he calls a "corn magnet." It is evident that it is as unlike
a magnet as possible, for an examination shows that it is made of
sulphur colored with graphite. The directions are to set fire to
one end, and let a drop of the melted sulphur fall upon the corn. A
convenient and agreeable operation, especially if the corn is on
the bottom of the foot. It is needless to say that the corn usually
survives the slight burn and lives to torment the owner again. All
burns, whether by caustic or otherwise, should be avoided.
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