These reports show no difference, or, at all events, no significant difference, between the lambs that were seared and those which were knifed, at any of the weighings. Any difference is in favour of the knifed lambs, but it would be a mistake to attach much importance to this result particularly since it was obtained in one season only.

Every man carries about him a touchstone, if he will make use of it, to distinguish substantial gold from superficial glitterings, truth from appearances.

Exposed to a moderate fire in subliming pots, [brimstone] rises all into dry, and almost tasteless, flowers; whereas being exposed to a naked fire, it affords store of a saline and fretting liquor.

This standard prevents injury during nonplay activities of children and adults.