EDITORIAL. 
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There is no doubt that the excellent astringent and antiseptic 
properties by which this powder is characterized render it a very 
beneficial application for the promotion of the healing process in 
large wounds. But in our hands, it has produced its most satis¬ 
factory results when it has been administered in the form of an 
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ointment. In this shape, when used in the treatment of chronic 
scratches and obstinate erythematous eruptions, it has given us 
great satisfaction, and we think the preparation is well worth a 
faithful trial at the hands of our confreres.™ 
Certain Cure For Spring-halt. —Our object in making 
occasional mention of new drugs and curative preparations must 
not be misinterpreted, and it must not in any case be inferred 
from our doing so that the Beview has it in contemplation to be¬ 
come the advocate and supporter of every or any pretentious 
nostrum. Invitations similar to the one which we recently re¬ 
ceived must, therefore, not expect a very kind reception at our 
hands, when from the very tone in which they are conveyed they 
betray the taint of charlatanism and imposture. The notice to 
which we refer was sent to us by persons signing themselves 
“ veterinarians,” and offering us “ a sure and certain cure for 
string or spring-halt in horses.” A cure is guaranteed ; failure 
has never been seen—its exact location is now well known—the 
medicine is used both internally and externally, and success is as¬ 
sured in from one to two weeks, according to circumstances. The 
notice concludes by saying “ we propose to give the profession the 
advantage of the discovery by furnishing the medicines and 
directions on liberal terms.’’' We have only this to say to such 
an offer : Gentlemen, if you propose to give, do so ; but do not offer 
a “ sell ” as a favor. Let the profession try your remedy; you 
may feel assured that if it but half fulfills what is promised, 
we shall all be only too willing to give you such recognition and 
reward as your discovery deserves. 
Peddlers of Veterinary Science. —The credulity of the 
public in exposing their willingness to listen to the proclamations 
of the claims of every kind of humbug which chooses to thrust 
itself into notice is almost proverbial, and of all the professions 
which are exploited in this way the medical, we sometimes think? 
