16 JUNE 1973, page 25

Skinflint's City Diary

I often have a lot of fun with illiteracy in advertisements. The latest gem to come my way is an ad for a drink called Bierritz. It says that the drink is "deceptively strong."......

Election Loss— Market Gain

Mr Wotherspool My poor client, Mr Wilde — I had expected to hear praises about the performance of his portfolio during his absence. Alas! he is no ordinary dealer in shares.......