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stamp out all the infectious diseases, and probably quite 

 impossible ; but that very much can be and has been 

 effected in this way is a most certain fact. In the case of 

 many diseases, moreover, it is matter of general knowledge 

 that much benefit can be effected by such simple measures 

 as perfect cleanliness, effectual ventilation, and good and 

 careful feeding. If we consider the great value of our 

 horses, it is not saying too much to point out that ' a stitch 

 in time saves nine,' that ' it is no use locking the stable- 

 door after the steed's life has departed,' and that often- 

 times a wise outlay is really an economy. 



Hypertrophy of the Heart. — See Heart. 



Draught. 



Tincture of convallaria, one fluid ounce. 



Citrate of iron and ammonium, one drachm. 



Solution of hydrochlorate of strychnine, two fluid 



drachms (V.P.). 

 Chloric ether, half a fluid ounce. 

 Water to eight fluid ounces. 



Draught. 



Citrate of iron and ammonia, two drachms. 



Sulphate of cinchonine, one drachm. 



Powdered digitalis, one scruple. 



Solution of sesquicarbonate of ammonium, two fluid 



ounces. 

 Chloric ether, half a fluid ounce. 

 Solution of hydrochlorate of strychnine, two fluid 



drachms (V.P.). 

 Water to eight fluid ounces. 

 To be given twice daily. 



