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Hokitika Guardian, 22 March 1924, Page 2

"New Zealand has come into possession of something more valuable than the biggest gold mine,” remarked the captain of an American liner the other day when sampling some of our local tobacco. "And 1 predict,” be wont on, "that in years to come tobacco growing here will be just as flourishing as in Virginia, my native country.” It is gratifying to see that .some enterprising people in this Dominion are realising the huge possibilities of the tobacco industry, but even the most sanguine were surprised when the local article made its first appearance. Such was the success that the manufacturers could hardly cope with the demand. And no wonder, because this tobacco represents quite a now type with a distinctive flavour of its own. due it is sain. *o the toqsting process which has been adopted in its manufacture. But it-' greatest virtue is its sin ill! percentage of nicotine ami this is why it does not afiect the noives, or the eyesight. Smokers should not' fail to give it a trial. Obtainable in three strengths, Biverhead Hold, mild; Toasted Navy Cut. (Bulldog) medium; and Cut Plug No 10 (Bullhead) full body.—Advt.