School: St John of God Convent, Rathdowney (roll number 16203)
- Location:
- Rathdowney, Co. Laois
- Teacher: The Sisters
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- Brown paper was steeped in vinegar, and placed upon the head for a headache.
Duck weed reduces information, and St Anthony's Fire. The fresh herb applied to the forehead relieves headaches. - For an earache:- an onion was roasted, and past of it put into the ear.
- For a child suffering with worms: - three drops of turpentine were put on a lump sugar, this was given to the child to eat.
- For a child smothering :- a tallow candle was melted and rubbed into the child's chest.
- Buttermilk and breadsoda were brought to a paste, and rubbled into hives.