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.
Bamboo Charcoal being used in fabric is a relatively new concept, but people are catching on to this discovery and it has become a popular and eco friendly choice for linens and towels. Bamboo charcoal is made by heating bamboo fibres at high temperatures of 800-1000 degrees celsius. Once the bamboo has been turned into charcoal it is processed into nanoparticles. Then the nanoparticles can be blended with other fibers to create a textile with unique proprieties. In most cases, it is blended with polyester.