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Lyttelton Times, Volume CXVIII, Issue 18413, 20 May 1920, Page 5

An unusual curiosity in fish life was recently landed by an Auckland trawler. It is the “ electric ravj” like the sting-ray in some characteristics, yet actually more like a skate. Tho fishermen soon found it bothersome to handle, lor when touched it emitted a strong electrical discharge, ofttimes causing a severe shock. investigation disclosed near its head a veritable electric battery, charged and re-charged with an oil coming from the liver. Scientists were interested, Soon it was found that this electric oil had remarkable curative properties. Hence BLUE X-RAY OIL,” for Rheumatism. Obtainable from Tucks, Limited, aud other leading grocers. Wholesale from J. Rattray and Sou. Ltd. X