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Bark

The use of bark for the treatment of 'nerves' and pain is widespread throughout the letters.  It is likely that the bark in question is that of the willow tree.  Willow bark contains salicylic acid. A synthetic derivative of this product is the active ingredient in modern aspirin.

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