Of all applications for a burn, we believe that there are none equal to a simple covering of common tcheat-flour. This is always at hand;and while it requires no skill in using, it produces most astonishing effects. The moisture produced upon the surface of a slight or deep burn is at once absorbed by the flour, and forms a paste which shuts out the air. As long as the fluid matters continue flowing, they are absorbed and prevented from producing irritation, as they would do, if kept from passing off" by oily or resinous applications; while the greater the amount of those absorbed by the flour, the thicker the protective covering. Another advantage of the flour covering is that next to the surface it is kept moist and flexible. It can also be readily washed oft", without further irritation in removing. It may occasionally be washed oft very carefully, when it has become matted and dry, and a new covering be sprinkled on.