The prevalence of jewellery-snatching in America, of which there have been several cases in England recently, has resulted in an innovation which will probably reach this country. Rather than risk having their arms and necks injured by the activities of this type of thief, ladies are employing artists to paint realistic ornaments on their bodies. (Central Press photo.)
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Star (Christchurch), Issue 17729, 26 December 1925, Page 17 (Supplement)
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58The prevalence of jewellery-snatching in America, of which there have been several cases in England recently, has resulted in an innovation which will probably reach this country. Rather than risk having their arms and necks injured by the activities of this type of thief, ladies are employing artists to paint realistic ornaments on their bodies. (Central Press photo.) Star (Christchurch), Issue 17729, 26 December 1925, Page 17 (Supplement)
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