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Mix together by a gentle heat, one oz. of Canada balsam, and a-quarter pint of spirits of turpentine; with a soft brush .spread it thinly over one side of good tissue paper. It dries quickly, is very transparent, and is not greasy, therefore does not stain the object upon which it may be placed.
 
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