SCHOOLBOY’S PARDONABLE MISTAKE
1 The following schoolboy ‘•howler’’ was published in a Christchurch Pa in er a _ class at a North Christchurch school the pupils had been asked to name three great inventors and their inventions. One little boy’s answer was outstanding. His verdict was. “Stephenson's Steam Engine, Wright Brothers’ Aeroplanes, and Baxters Lung Preserver.” The teacher queried the inclusion of “Baxters, but the little boy was quite sure.- of himsell. He explained that he had often heard his father say that “Baxters” was the best ever invented." It was nearly 80 years ago that Baxters Lung Preserver was first made in New Zealand, since when it has won the confidence of one and all. Children and grown-ups show wonderful faith In this wonderful remedy, which certainly gives quickest and most complete relief for any cough, cold, hoarseness, sore throat, and chest trouble. . . “Baxters” tonic action la also much appreciated. “Baxters” Is the “best seller” at all chemists and stores m Zealand. L'A. 2/ft, end . <rl
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Press, Volume LXXIII, Issue 22196, 13 September 1937, Page 7
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