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ally effected, in a remarkably short time, by a cupful of peppermint 
water and a teaspoonfnl of laudanum. 
The great secret of keeping all animals is to tend them carefully and 
keep them well. Let the land said to be subject to disease be well 
drained and better farmed ; let the bad herbage and cold beds of the 
cattle be cured and they will be healthier and thrive better. It is better 
always to pay the cake-crusher or the miller, than to pay the veterinary 
surgeon, however skillful he may be. 
In conclusion, treat the cow well, and she will be grateful. Let all 
your proceedings be dictated by humanity and kindness, and a more 
patient and grateful servant you cannot have. 
