24 FEBRUARY 1956, Page 15

MINNIE

SIR,-1 read with much amusement Mr. Gerald Hamilton's witty book reviews in your paper, but why does he say that 'Minnie' is a 'repul- sive appellative'?

Both my daughter and I have this name and are proud of it.—Yours faithfully,

MINNIE GILLINGHAM

18 Hunters Grove, Romford, Essex