12 MARCH 1887, Page 17

THE QUEEN'S JUBILEE.

[To SEE Borrow 07 MI "B101011.1011..]

Sur., We must all agree with you that there is too much " cal- culating selfishness " displayed in the matter of celebrating the Queen's Jubilee; but I think you misunderstand the feeling of Englishwomen with regard to their gift.

It was never proposed to "instruct" the Queen how to spend the sum offered to her. But that we should not—more especi- ally at this time of exceptional distress—be disappointed at her Majesty's choice, is more, I think, than can be expected of us.— I am, Sir, &c., A WOMAN. [Was it more than could be expected that when the Queen's wish was made known, the disappointment should not have been expressed ?—En. Spectator.]