3 SEPTEMBER 1988, page 36

No. 1541: Moment Of Truth

A well-known writer once began a news- paper article: 'At about 21 minutes past two today I suddenly saw that asparagus is the secret of aristocracy.' You are invited to carry......

Competition

Veiled reference Jaspistos I n Competition No. 1538 you were asked to supply an imaginary testimonial giving satisfaction to the applicant but conveying hidden warnings to the......

Crossword

A first prize of £20 and two further prizes of £10 (or, for UK solvers, a copy of either Chambers Dictionary or Chambers Crossword Manual — ring your choice) for the first three......

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