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Hokitika Guardian, 17 November 1931, Page 4

The last word in Shantung Silks, spotted and fancy, are now opening out; also spotted Shantung frocks—Bathing costumes and caps for the holidays at Schroder and Co. j\n early call is necessary to secure the pick. Phone 1215. •Advt.'

“And what is New Zealand toasted tobacco?*' blandly inquired the Judge during the' hearing the other day, of a certain case at Sydney. He put the question with that ■engaging air of innocence so characteristic of judges when seeking enlightment from the Bench. “New Zealand toasted tobacco is—er—toasted New Zealand tobacco, your Honour,” stammered counsel. “A very lucid explanation, Mr Smith,” said the Judge, drily. “But it fails to convey very much. What is the object of toasting the tobacco?” “It extracts the nicotine, your Honour. The toasting eliminates the poison, and thus renders the smoker immune from harm. It also greatly improves the flavour and bouquet.” The Judge made a note, remarking that New Zealanders were fortunate. Pure tobacco was a blessing. So it is. And '>ur toasted brands a>-» only four: River head Gold, Cavendish, Navy Cut No. 3 and Cut Plug No. 10.— Advt.