Raleigh, N. C, January 8, 1910. 



SiE : — I submit herewith manuscript covering the inspection of il- 

 luminating oil in North Carolina since July 1, 1909, when the act be- 

 came effective; also some general information concerning kerosene 

 oil, lamps, etc. 



This bulletin was prepared by the late Dr. W. A. Syme, whose 



death occurred December 15, 1909. I recommend its publication as 



a special bulletin of the Department of Agriculture. 



Very respectfully, 



Manlius Ore, 



Assistant Oil Chemist. 

 To Hon. W. A. Graham, 



Commissioner of Agriculture. 



