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Dominion, Volume 4, Issue 972, 12 November 1910, Page 5

' A physician who lies experimented on oranges declares that they have a power rarely possessed by other fruits, that of absorbing "odours from the atmosphere. Blood oranges are especially liable to do this, and if placed in the same room with onions for several days will acquire a decided onion, flavour. One of the most curious plants in tho world is what is called the tooth-brush plant of Jamaica. It is a species of creeper, mid has nothing striking about its appcarance. By cutting pieces of it to a suitable length, and fraying the ends tho natives convert it into a toothbrush; and a tooth-powder to accompany the use of the brush is also prepared by pulverising the dried steins. Owing to the wearing of clogs Dennis Langthorne, aged 17, of Droylsden, slipped on a concreted floor at the Midland Hotel, Manchester, when delivering goods, and sustained fatal injuries. Let J. J. Curtis and Co., Shipping Forwarding, and Customhouse Agents, Customhouse Quay, move your furliiture. They'vo, had years of experience' in this kiu<l of work, and will do it to your satisfaction. No careless packin° or rough handling. Moderate charges.— Advt. MOTOR-CARS FOR EARLY DELIVERY, Highest grade English and Continental ! Motor-Cars, including Renault, Napier ■ Crossley, 8.5.A., etc., for 1910-11 season, - due to arnvo shortly. Orders booked at . London price, plus landing charges. Tui- . tion froe. Scott Motor Agency, 57 Cuba street, Wellington.—Advt. . .