EDITORIAL. 291 



Nearlj^ all the natives of the Islands know that these fishes are 

 poisonous, but either because of the peculiar flavor, or because 

 of the ease with which they are caught, the fish are often eaten, 

 and usually with deplorable results. 



The treatment of a person who has eaten poisonous fish is 

 promptly to empty the stomach of the patient with an emetic, 

 such as tepid salt water or mustard. Then a stimulant such 

 as whisky or vino should be given. In case of collapse, artificial 

 breathing should be employed. 



Alvin Seale. 



