The Shasta Courier

Solidified Greek Fire.—Mr. Duer. of Philadelphia, has been in Washington superintending a series of experiments with the new incendiary shell, before a number of our most distinguished statesmen, navy and army officers, and scientific gentlemen. Shells are now filled with the celebrated "Solidified Greek Fire," invented by Mr. Levi Short, and manufactured at Chester, Pennsylvania, by Messrs. Short and Duer. The success attending the use of shells filled with this substance has been most gratifying. At the bombardment of the batteries at the mouth of the Elizabeth river, just one year ago, the barracks of the enemy were burnt down by these shells, and he was compelled to evacuate his position. Their use at Malvern Hill caused the greatest consternation and destruction among the rebels. It is believed the rebel steamer Nashville was destroyed by one of these terrible missiles. Nearly all our blockading squadrons and fleets are partially supplied with these shells, and it is understood that they will be extensively used in the coming attack on Charleston