Poisoned Wounds.
Snake Bite. Don't stop to kill snake. Tear open clothing and expose wound quickly. Bandage limb tightly to stop circulation partly. Open the holes made by the snake's fangs with a sharp knife. Cut outward and lengthwise of the limb. Let the blood run from the knife cut. Sucking the wound answers the same purpose, but less effectively. Wash wound. Get patient to surgeon as soon as possible. Keep the pressure applied.
Bites of Dogs, Cats, etc. First wash and apply hartshorn. If the animal has been sick, suck the wound after cleaning.
Sting of Centipedes, Tarantulas, etc. Apply hartshorn or table salt and consult a surgeon.
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