Memoirs of Benjamin Franklin; Written by Himself. [Vol. 2 of 2]

part continued down into the moist earth in any direction, straight or

crooked, following the form of the roof or parts of the building, will receive the lightning at the upper end, attracting it so as to prevent its striking any other part, and affording it a good conveyance into the earth, will prevent its damaging any part of the building.

A small quantity of metal is found...