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1936 DECEMBER 24. Bosses Won't. Hire People with Halitosis People who get and hold jobs keep their breath agreeable With the best to choose from these days, em ployers favor the person who is most attrac tive. In business life as in the social world, halitosis (unpleasant breath) is considered the worst of faults. Unfortunately everybody suffers from this offensive condition at some time or other— many more regularly than they thi ,k. Fermen tation of food particles skipped by the tooth brush is the cause of most cases. Decaying teeth and poor digestion also cause odors. The quick, pleasant way to improve your breath is to use Listerine, the quick deodorant, every morning and very night. Listerine halts fermentation, a major causo of odors, and overcomes the odors themselves. Your breath becomes sweet and agreeable. It will not offend others. If you value your job and your friendB, use Listerine, the safe antiseptic, regularly. Lam bert Pharmacal Company, St. Louis, Mo. Don't offend others Check halitosis with LISTERINE