8 DECEMBER 1990, page 26

Courage In Adversity

Courage in adversity Sir: I was delighted by Paul Johnson's assertion (The media, 1 December) that the removal of Mrs Thatcher 'had struck a severe blow at the courageous......

[sir: I Cannot Understand Either Alan Wat-...]

Sir: I cannot understand either Alan Wat- I kins's or Peter Paterson's problems (Letters, 24 November); Allopurinol will check their gout completely. Peter Paterson refers to......

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Missionary Zeal

Missionary zeal Sir: Theodore Dalrymple's weekly offering (If symptoms persist . . .) is invariably a delight and some have provided me with valuable ammunition. The most......

History And Mrs Thatcher

L E T T E R S History and Mrs Thatcher Sir: Allan Massie's article (1 December) looks forward to a new career for Mrs Thatcher. Indeed a fascinating role opens out for her, as......

Major Calling

Major calling Sir: I had thought British Telecom engineers were booked up days in advance, often calling at pre-arranged times at the homes of those who take time off work to......

[sir: Alan Watkins And Denis Healey...]

Simple remedies Sir: Alan Watkins and Denis Healey I (Diary, 17 November) would do well to follow my remedy for gout. It is very simple and it works - give up red wine, brandy,......