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External Remedy for Piles

Boil some of the inner bark of white oak in water, still more, if by it, as has happened someand strain; evaporate to a thick extract . To times, life be brought into peril, local means pint of this extract, add pint of oil rendered from old, strong bacon. Simmer together till mixed, and let it cool. Apply with the finger inside the rectum every night and until cured.

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