The Household Medicine Guide – Second Edition by J.J. Lighthall 1883. Picture of Mr. Lighthall on title page. pp 1-8 A short sketch of Mr. Lighthall’s life, Purpose of book: To teach people to use the herb with medicinal properties, to prove a balm to every ailment that human organization is heir to. Natural remedies will relieve and heal afflictions. It is the object of the book for people to learn to use these remedies. Topics: Anatomy, Physiology & Hygiene, Digestion, Medicine. Many roots are given and the use of each one. Answers to questiions pp 138.