826. Substitutes

As it sometimes happens that it is necessary to apply a bandage at once, and the materials are not at hand it is desirable to know how to substitute something else

that any one may apply with ease

. This can be readily done with handkerchiefs.

They Grow to Flowers, or to Weeds.

827. Handkerchiefs

Any ordinary handkerchief will do; but a square of linen folded into various shapes answers better. The shapes generally required are as follows:—The triangle, the long square, the cravat, and the cord.

828. The Triangular Handkerchief