7 FEBRUARY 1947, page 17

A Curb On Betting

Si,—I think that it is Mr. Gilchrist who is taking the superficial view. (a) Betting and particularly football pools were well established before the war when there was no lack......

The Transport Bill

SIR, —We are told that the nationalisation of British railways will result in greater efficiency in their working. That suggests that the present earnings will be maintained. In......

Shakespeare's England

Sta,—Might I add a few more apposite Shakespearean observations to the list sent in last week? On the Underground at rush hours: "Be, then, desired, A little to disquantity your......

Tsetse And Sleeping Sickness

Sig,—There are several inaccuracies in Mr. Cleland Scott's article, Tsetse and Fauna (The Spectator, January 3rd, 1947). Game is not being " butchered " because of a theory.......

In Darkest Germany

SIR, —You must permit me' to make some reply to Mr. Zvegintzov's• review of my book In Darkest Germany. I dare not ask you for the space which would enable me to deal fully with......