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The pearl oyster begins to produce pearls when it is six or seven years old. Said a young Tommy, just arrived in the trenches, to one who had been out since the beginning: “This your baptism of fire I” The old-timer glanced scornfully upon the newcomer. “Baptism be hanged!” he said disgustedly. ‘ ‘ This is my blooming golden wedding! ”
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Pelorus Guardian and Miners' Advocate., Volume 30, Issue 17, 1 March 1918, Page 8
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58Page 8 Advertisements Column 1 Pelorus Guardian and Miners' Advocate., Volume 30, Issue 17, 1 March 1918, Page 8
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