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.
Lamps and Lighting Fuel. Kerosene is a very effective lighting fuel. Campers and those who live in rural areas love using kerosene lamps because of the longevity of the fuel and its ease of transportation. One type of kerosene lamp, called a hurricane lamp, was designed to be available during the worst conditions.