Of the 7,000,000,000 eggs consumed in Britain every year, 5,000,000,000 are produced at home, more than half the remainder coming from Australia and New Zealand. During the past six years more than 90,000,000 peoplo in Britain have paid admission to attend greyhound . races, the entertainment tax paid amounting to £1,091, 901. from time to time wo hear of new terms and wonder vaguely what they mean. For example, a style proof head, it appears, is impervious to the vagaries of fashion —and in London is worth £O/10/- per week to the fortunate mannequin. This information came to light recently in a Court ease, when a mannequin who had been injured in a motor ear smash claimed damages for loss of employment consequent upon facial disfigurement. The term “Toasting- - ' iu connection with Tobacco, sounded unusual at first until Bed Shield (Dark) and Blue Shield (Medium)* showed wliat toasting to a turn could do. If you have' not already enjoyed these splendid Tobaccos you should do so without delay and experience for yourself the way in •which perfect toasting brings out all the best qualities of the: Tobacco. Obtainable everywhere in 2-oz. tins (1/7), and handy j-lb. canisters, which work out even more economically in price, - 11
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Manawatu Times, Volume 59, Issue 248, 24 October 1934, Page 8
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