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used in his experiments^ rather than from the water 
itself. Certain it is that all other experimenters^ 
amongst whom is Dr. Scudamore^ have failed in detect- 
ing any active ingredient in these waters. But in the 
present imperfect state of analytic chemistry, it would 
be going too far to assume that there is no active prin- 
ciple in these waters, because it has not hitherto been 
detected ; for in the very act of our analysis, as 
at present conducted, it is very probable that some 
undiscovered change may take place in the mineral 
water operated on, which misleads us in forming 
an estimate of its virtues. When analytical chemistry 
shall have attained a greater share of accuracy, it 
is possible that the Malvern Water may be found 
to contain some principle possessed of sufficient ac- 
tivity to account in part at least for the benefits 
arising from its use. 
We must, therefore, be guided by observation and 
experience in judging of the effects of these waters ; 
and these are found to be very considerable in 
arthritic, calculous, dyspeptic, and scrofulous cases. 
It should not at the same time be forgotten, as Dr. 
Scudamore remarks, that the salubrious air of Mal- 
vern, and the peaceful feelings which the quiet and 
charming retirement of this delightful spot inspires, 
greatly assist any curative effects of the waters, and 
contribute, in a great degree, to strengthen the body, 
to calm the mind, and thus to promote the general 
health.^ 
* For a very good account of these springs, see Mr. Addison on the Malvern 
Waters. 
