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New Zealand Herald, Volume XXXVIII, Issue 11825, 30 November 1901, Page 6 (Supplement)

The Duke of Marlborough is believed to be the possessor of the costliest painting in the world, which was at one time the property of the first Duke of Marlborough. The picture is known as the "Blenheim Madonna," painted by Raphael in 1507, and ho*- valued at no less thafi £70,000. It is Bft high, and represents the Madonna and Child seated on a throne, with a figure of St. .John the Baptist on the left and that of St. Nicholas of Ban on the right. Its almost fabulous value is due to the fact that it is one of the best-preserved of the artist's works in existence. Smith and Caughey are offering exceptional value in gent.'s natural summer undershirts, 2s 6d; pants, 2s 9d. " To Me. W. F. Tucker, "Sir,— the past twelve months I have frequently examined the materials used by you in the manufacture of your Jelly Crystals. In doing so I havo taken the samples from the original packages in tne bulk, and also from the Jelly Crystals as prepared. The results of my examinations have satisfied me as to the purity of ALL the ingredients. The GELATINE, especially, I find to bo equal to the best brands obtainable, whilst the colouring and flavouring materials aro in EVERY way satisfactory in the proportions utilised. "(Signed) J. A. POND, F.O.S. 4 " September 5, 1901."