For use on cattle the bluestone and tobacco mixture may be prepared as follows: 13 ounces of snuff or powdered tobacco is soaked over night in about 8 gallons of water.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
bluestone with white patches or crusts should be rejected.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
In making up the solution only clear blue crystals of bluestone should be used.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler