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than the combined scourges of war, famine, and pesti- 

 lence." 



6. ALCOHOL AS A MEDICINE. 



a. It has never been known to cure any disease, but may 

 help to do so. 



7. CALLED A POISON (as it causes sickness and death when 



introduced into the body). 



a. Destroys will power. 



b. May affect the internal organs. 



8. DANGERS FROM ITS USE. 



a. Weakens body and mind, thus making men more liable 



to disease and crime. 



b. At least one in 10 occasional drinkers become intem- 



perate. 



c. Affects tissues of the young more than those of the 



adult, or past 30 years. 



(No greater patriotism can be displayed than to fight 

 this evil, and nothing requires greater courage.) 



