Punch,  18 (1850), 139.

Antidote to Arsenic

Anon

Genre:

Reportage, Spoof

Subjects:

Chemistry, Pharmaceuticals


    Reports the discovery by 'the distinguished chemist', Mr Punch, of 'an antidote to arsenic' in the form of a parliamentary bill 'limiting the operation of Burial Clubs to paying for the funerals of their deceased members'.



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