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NZ Truth, Issue 1148, 1 December 1927, Page 9

Pipe tobacco alone contributed £130,384 to the New Zealand revenue during* the first quarter of the present year. In the shape, of Customs duties. Wonderful is the popularity of what Charles Kingsley called "the dlvlnest weed under heaven." Opponents of tobaoco may say what they will, but the f aot remains-— smoking does more good than harm-— provided always that the 'baooy is pure and of flrst-ol&sB quality. It's undoubtedly true, however, that brands heavily charged with nicotine. are best avoided, and it 1b no less true that the imported tobaccos are practically all' open to that objecition. Our own New Zealand varieties are the best. Sweet, cool, -and fragrant, they are comparatively free from nicotine and the fact that the .leaf Is toasted Is the secret of their delightful flavor and fine aroma. They don't bite the tongue; they ; don't affect the heart or nerves. They may be indulged m freely without fear of consequences. There are 'several varieties. Ask your tobacconist for "Riverhead Gold" mild, "Navy Cut" (Bulldog) medium, or "Cut JHwMft Wt XBuUsfee&ajL&U Strength^