School: St John of God Convent, Rathdowney (roll number 16203)
- Location:
- Rathdowney, Co. Laois
- Teacher: The Sisters
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- 1; For chilblains a hazel rod was reddened in the fire. It was then taken out and the person ran his foot swiftly over it.
2; Paraffin oil mixed with salt was also used.
3; Chilblains may also be cured by mixing vinegar and mustard and rubbing it on them.
4; Another cure is to dip them in hot and cold water alternately for a considerable length of time.
5; Unsalted butter is another cure. Boiled carrots and pigs lard.
