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Bugs are a great pest in Colorado. They come out of the earth, infest the wooden walls, and cannot be got rid of by any amount of cleanliness. Many careful housewives take their beds to pieces every week and put carbolic acid on them.

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Carbolic refers to a powerful cleaning substance, suggesting a clinical or hospital setting.

Strong Disinfectant

Carbolic soap was once widely used for its germ-killing properties, now less common.

Historical Use

Carbolic is associated with a strong, specific smell which can be recognizable.

Distinctive Smell

Carbolic should not be ingested; it is harmful if swallowed and not for internal use.

Not For Consumption

Carbolic denotes a chemical compound, used in various products for its antiseptic properties.

Chemical Ingredient

Using carbolic requires safety measures due to its corrosive nature.