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60 dusted over the tablets before they are canned or bottled. Carbonate of Magnesia attracts moisture and will consequently keep your tablets or drops free from the same.

ACIDS IN TABLETS.

Take the required amount of acid, about 1 oz. to 10 lbs. for fruit tablets and 2 oz. to 10 lbs. for acid drops, or lemon drops, place in a glass or cup and mix with enough water to make a paste.

Mix in a little at a time when kneading up the batch.

Some workmen prefer to add dry powder on batch when kneading up, which may answer the purpose just as well.

COATING TABLETS AND DROPS.

Place your tablets or drops in a basin and sprinkle a little simple syrup on them and mix with your hands or with a paddle until all are damp. Throw a little granulated sugar over them and mix until all are coated.

Place on slab or table to dry over night or in trays in a dry room.

Another way is to dip your hands in a basin of water and rub the goods until sticky and finish as others.

FRUIT TABLETS—PURE SUGAR.

When batch comes to a boil, place tin or wooden cover on kettle and steam for five minutes.