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Remedy for Cold in the Head

Pollion, of France, recommends the inhaling of hartshorn for curing colds in the head. The inhalation by the nose he recommends 7 or 8 times in 5 minutes. Spirits of camphor may be used in the same manner with beneficial results.

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