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	willingly, and being paid so much per pair of shells, no pressing is required to get them to work. By feeding them with flour, mutton, and other food, instead of rice, it is hoped that the dreaded " Beri-beri " disease may be entirely prevented. The Dutch have just appointed a commission of medical men to enquire into the nature of this dreadful disease, and if possible to devise a remedy.