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Mucilage of Tragacanth

as follows: 6 parts shellac, 2 white resin, 1 Macerate 1 ounce tragacanth in 1 pint boiling water for 24 hours. Then triturate until smooth and uniform, and press through linen.

If pretty firm this paste keeps well without the addition of an antiseptic, although a little acetic acid or creosote will more effectually prevent fermentation.