24 JANUARY 1958, page 27

There Is No Substitute

On ta I e l ines ines of the rhyming advertisements ending 'There is no substitute for wool,' competitors were invited to voice the views of the Old Guard of the Open Fire in......

Sword No. 976 Spectator Cros

ACROSS 1 After such a blow-out, the reverse might necessary (4, 2). 4 Racehorse of eminence in war (5, 3). 10 Watch for tin hidden in the moor (7). 11 Town that's never to be......

Competitors Are Invited To Compose Any Form Of Rondeau,...

or roundel on the pancake. Prize: six guineas. Entries, addressed 'Spectator Competition No. 415,' 99 Gower Street, London, WC1, by February 4. Results on February 14.......