248 THE WONDERFUL HOUSE THAT JACK HAS 



from working in a small or poorly ventilated room 

 with shellac or varnish that has considerable wood 

 alcohol in its composition. Burning wood alcohol 

 or any of its products in a cabinet bath, or for light 

 or heat in a bedroom, has been known to injure the 

 eyes. Harm results from such uses, because the 

 fumes are taken into the body through the lungs. 

 Wood alcohol as fuel for a chafing-dish may cause 

 injury to the sight, unless great care is taken. 



As some form of wood alcohol is now often used as 

 a substitute- for grain alcohol in patent medicines, 

 Jamaica ginger, and various flavoring extracts, there 

 is likelihood of injuring one's eyes by making too free 

 use of such liquids. This again emphasizes the fact 

 that water, air, and food are the only safe remedies 

 for people to take without the advice of a physician. 

 Beware of quick-lime, acids, wood alcohol and any of 

 its products, is a safe rule for all who would wisely 

 protect their eyes. The danger from any one of them 

 is so great that an oculist should be visited as soon as 

 possible after the best known immediate relief has 

 been given. 



It is needless to say that fresh air, pure water, 

 nourishing food, healthful exercise, and anything 

 that tends to improve the general health is good for 

 our eyes, while impure air and water, improper diet, 

 and lack of exercise lessen their power. One of the 

 very best things for weak eyes is plenty of sleep, for 

 the muscles are given complete rest for a long time, 



