saleratus
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I have been raised on too much saleratus in the bread, and I know it.”
From Molly Brown's Post-Graduate Days by Speed, Nell
Treatment.—First wash the body with a strong lie of wood ashes or weak saleratus water, then with an infusion of lobelia.
From The American Reformed Cattle Doctor by Dadd, George
If the horns, ears, and surface are hot, sponge the whole surface with weak lie or saleratus water, and give the following antifebrile drink:— Lemon balm, 2 ounces.
From The American Reformed Cattle Doctor by Dadd, George
Should vomiting be a predominant symptom, a small quantity of saleratus, dissolved in spearmint tea, may be given.
From The American Reformed Cattle Doctor by Dadd, George
Where saleratus is used, it should be thoroughly dissolved and strained.
