This typical example of a snuffers works like a pair of scissors; the blades are used to cut the wick.

The interval of time supposed to have been denoted by the Roman Lustrum has been made the subject of controversy. No one however as far as we know has ever assumed it at less than four years or as more than five; so that the status quæstionis may so far be considered as fixed and agreed upon: and all that we have to do at present is to begin with inquiring whether the Roman Lustrum was more properly a period of five years or one of four.

Tut, tut, I have absolved thee: dost thou scorn me, / Because I had my Canterbury pallium / From one whom they dispoped?

On Sunday, a host of new reprimands were made against officials in the virus-hit province, including the deputy governor of Qichun county who cut corners and worked around the centralised quarantine order, according to Hubei authorities.