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shipped to several factories in 'New York and neighboring states. 

 A second mine of the same material has been opened on an adjoin- 

 ing farm by M. A. Penfield. The ISTew York material has thus far 

 not been used for clarifying purposes, and it is doubtful if the 

 deposit from McOonnellsville will prove to be suitable for this 

 purpose. 



Owing to its absorptive properties fullers' earth has also found 

 an application in the manufacture of certain soaps, which are 

 adapted for removing grease and printers ink stains. 



The composition of both English and American fullens' earth 

 can be seen from the following table. 



