Encyclopedia of Practical Receipts and Processes

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Congress Water

Take common salt, 78 ounces; hydrate of soda, 23 grains; bicarbonate of soda, 20 grains; and calcined magnesia, 1 ounce. Add the above ingredients to 10 gallons of water, and charge with gas.

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