Lucy was well known for her speaking ability -- according to her 1821 obituary, the fluency of her speech captivated all around her -- and she used her skills a number of times in defense of her family's rights and property.
In some countries old kerosene is used for charcoal lighter. In the US, charcoal lighter fluid is usually Naphtha or a mix of Naphtha and kerosene. Some people use kerosene thinned with alcohol to make is easier to light and faster to burn. -Mark.
Kerosene uses range from the functional to the critical. Itâs one of the most versatile and hydrocarbon fuels in the industry. Kerosene is an inexpensive oil thatâs been since the 19th century for lamps. Learn more about the most common uses for kerosene in the US today.