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A. Do not make the mistake of thinking it compulsory

to wear Barbours, Norfolk jackets, breeches, etcetera, since it is important to stress to the government that country people from all walks of life are being represented in this protest. If, for example, you are an artist, come in smock and beret, accountants should wear pinstripe suits, dental hygienists white overcoats, and so on. In this way you will stress the diversity of occupations which lend their general support to the principles of this march.

Mary Killen

If you have a problem, write to Dear Mary, c/o The Spectator, 56 Doughty Street, London WC IN 2LL.