1 66 The Angler's Secret 



Cuts. For a cut that is not severe the 

 blood itself will be found to be the best 

 healing agent. Bind up the wound well, 

 so as to protect it from dirt and cold. 

 For a serious wound a good lotion is: 

 Carbolic acid, one part in forty of water. 



Thirst. Thirst can be abated by eating 

 acid fruits or plants. Chewing twigs, 

 barks, or leaves of trees and shrubs will 

 also afford temporary relief. Snow and 

 ice aggravate the thirst by chilling and 

 closing the salivary glands. 



Toothache. Iodine liniment, tincture 

 of aconite, and a drop of chloroform ap- 

 plied to the gums after they have been 

 thoroughly dried will deaden the nerves 

 while you are in search of the dentist. 



Ventilation. Ventilate the camp tent 

 the same as you would ventilate your 

 sleeping apartment at home. Let in 

 fresh air, but do not lie in a draught. 



To Extract Hooks. When a hook be- 

 comes caught in your clothing or flesh, 

 do not try to pull it back over the barb. 



