17 NOVEMBER 1984, Page 24

Gordon

Sir: Since one of your correspondent; raised the subject recently (Letters, 1" October), we have heard nothing further of the plight of poor General Gordon. How is the old bean getting along, be. sieged in Khartoum by the Mahdi? Will the relief column get through in time? Will rill?? of your staff draw a cartoon of Khartoum • I think we should be told.

C.H. Paul 77 Worple Road,

London SW19

Mr Paul's interest is exceptional (see page 8). Ed.