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.
When combined with simethicone, activated charcoal may improve symptoms of indigestion. Activated charcoal may also improve bloating and stomach cramps and prevent gas. Due to its adsorbing effects (attracts substances to the surface of the material), activated charcoal may help treat liver and kidney disorders. Taking activated charcoal by mouth may lower cholesterol levels and reduce high levels of bile acids.