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Q. Why is it DANGEROUS to RING CHURCH- 

 BELLS during a thunder-storm ? 



A. For two reasons: 1st Because 

 the steeple may discharge the lightning- 

 cloud, in consequence of its mere height. 



2ndly The swinging of the bells 

 causes a current of air, which collects 

 electric fluid. 



Q. Why is it unsafe to RUN or DRIVE FAST 

 during a thunder-storm? 



A. The rapid motion of running 

 causes a current of air, which collects 

 electric fluid, and is often fatal. 



Q. What PARTS of a DWELLING are most 

 DANGEROUS during a thunder-storm ? 



A. The fire-place, (especially if the 

 fire be lighted) ; the attics and cellar. 

 It is also dangerous to sit close by the 

 walls; to ring the bell; or to bar the 

 shutters, during a thunder-storm. 



Q. Wliy is it DANGEROUS to sit BEFORE a 

 FIRE, during a thunder-storm ? 



A. Because the heated air and soot 

 are conductors of lightning; especially 

 when connected with such excellent 

 conductors as the stove, fender, and 

 fire-irons. c 2 



