The Malays and Bata ks of Sumatra have solved their labour problem in a unique way. An important part of their food is the cocoanut, and this also forms an important part of their commerce, Ihey have trained monkeys to pick the nuts. The monkeys are not paid a salary, but are virtually slaves. Trained cocoumit-pickmg monkeys sell at from Bdol. to 20d01., according to‘their >kill. They a- o very savage and will inflict a nasty bite whenever they get n chance. HIGH COST OF ILLNESS: HOW TO ■ KEEP WELL. Have you ever considered that sickness la one of the unnecessary expense; that help to add to the high cost of living In most families one or more members an frequently laid up. often with troubles tiny have their origin in such alight ailments u. ccsighs or oolds. The wisest plan is t< tackle sickness at its source, by kcepim free from coughs and colds. You con d< this by taking occasional preventive close of Baxter’s lung preserver. It a cold ha already taken hold, you will find tha “ Baxter’s ” will give prompt and sure re lief. Baxter’s lung preserver contains heal mg properties that go to the seat of tin trouble, and soothe and strengthen th
throat and bronchial tiiboe. In addition it is a tonic of great effectiveness, and gives to the system that vitality and energy which «rc necessary for good health. Lot Baxter’s help you on the road to health, "est it to-day —get o largo 2s 6d bottle from the nearest chemist or afcoro. —Advt.
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Manawatu Standard, Volume XLIII, Issue 1707, 23 December 1919, Page 5
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