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Describes the author's travel to the Charleston historic house owned by Virginia Woolf's sister, Vanessa Bell in Sussex, England. Threats to demolish the house after Bell's death in 1961; Success of campaigns to secure funds for restoring the house; Highlights of the tour.

Discusses the book "Ivy: The Life of I. Compton-Burnett," by Hilary Spurling. Details on the book's subject matter; Positive aspects of the book; Negative aspects of the book.

The article covers issues related to events that transpired in London, England in 1976. Information on the performance of the pound currency is presented. An exhibition of the work of English artist L. S. Lowry was on view at the Royal Academy. An exhibition titled "Sacred Circles" was on view at the Hayward Gallery, featuring North American Indian art.

The article highlights the ninety-second annual conference of the British Conservative Party which was held in Blackpool, England. The patriotic speech delivered by Conservative Party leader Margaret Thatcher was heralded by conference delegates. It is said that the issue about the possible results if the conservatives will return to power was addressed by various radical groups during their fringe meetings outside the conference hall.

This article discusses the proceedings of a London, England conference held by the Great Britain Labour Party to discuss the issue of the country's participation in the European Economic Community. The Party published a document that called for Britain to leave Europe, in defiance of the government's policy.

The article offers information on the controversies that surround Prime Minister Harold Wilson. It was noted that the Prime Minister would call an election in June 1974 before memory of benefits gained had shortened, and the current truce between the Government and trade unions had been bogged down by new wage demands. Moreover, the troubles over the alleged highly profitable land speculations previously carried out by members of his personal staff caused the election to be moved to October.

The article profiles of musician Sir Robert Mayer of London, England. Born in Mannheim, Germany, Mayer was tirelessly working in bringing music to the right kind of people. He believed that music was a remedy for all the confusions that afflict Great Britain. He also believed that music can bring joy to people, children in particular.

The article presents the short story "Now You Can Marry Me," by Mollie Panter-Downes.

A letter to the editor is presented regarding the activity of the government's large majority in the House of Commons in Europe.

The article features Algernon Charles Swinburne. Swinburne, at an early age, became convinced of the truth and justice of the republican principle and have always looked to the land of Dante and Guiseppe Chiarini Mazzini. Swinburne lived with Walter Theodore Watts at No. 2, The Pines, Putney, as he had been since 1879, when Watts rescued him from delirium tremens. Swinburne considered Mazzini as "the man whom I most loved and honored of all men on earth."

The article profiles writer Algernon Charles Swinburne. Swinburne wrote the novels "Lesbia Brandon" and "Love's Cross-Current." According to Swinburne, literature and nature were the beautiful twin sisters whom he worshipped equally. Swinburne suffered a severe disease which led him to death.

The article presents the short story "Profiles," by Mollie Panter-Downes.

The article reflects on the situation and developments of several sectors in London, England. It gives details on the proclamation of the government's economic package by Anthony Barber, chancellor of the Exchequer. It comments on the new play of playwright Robert Bolt, titled "Vivat! Vivat Regina!," that was scheduled to be presented during summer of 1971's Chischester Festival at the Piccadilly Theater. The author of this article also gives remarks on the film "Bronco Bullfrog," which was written and directed by Barney PlattsMills.

The article reports on Great Britain's shaky economic situation and the crisis measures taken to improve it. It discusses its effect to the public and the public's reaction on the situation, especially since it is the season for Christmas shopping. It offers an overview of the steps taken by the government on the devaluation of pounds.

The article deals with the events during the British Conservative Party conference in Blackpool, England in 1968. Ted Heath was the leader of the Conservative Party. It cites that the Blackpool North and South regions were frequently chosen by party managers because of their size. It states that the conference was kept in good humor by chairman Sir Theo Constantine. It mentions the rivalry between Heath and Enoch Powell who was also a conservative.

The article comments on political issues in London, England. Controversies arose from a speech on the sterling question delivered in Birmingham by Mr. Enoch Powell, an intellectual right-wing Conservative of strong principles and a scholarly cast of mind. Powell also highlighted issues on Britain's struggle for sterling and her belated efforts to enter Europe.

This article discusses business conditions during the Christmas shopping season in London, England. Retail trade is booming in the West End shops and in street markets, with goods at pre-devaluation prices. The British government warns of austerity measures in 1968 to back up the effects of devaluation.

The article features the Ootacamund hill station in India. The place was called Ooty by military and civilian Englishmen. It is said that the officers of the Indian Army often preferred to retire in the hill station. Some Europeans who chose to stay in Ooty did so for a variety of reasons such as that they are convinced that there is no place like it in the world.

The article comments on the debate in the British Parliament on the issue of Rhodesian settlement in December 1966. The views of members of the Conservatives and the Tories and the opposition parties are analyzed. The Conservatives opposed the regime of Ian Smith in Rhodesia, which is characterized by detentions without trials, press censorship and police power.

The article discusses various issues in London, England as of November 1973. The queen's speech stressed that her leadership would continue to work with the U.S. Peter Walker, the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, requested car owners to use public transport instead. Benjamin Britten's operas "Death in Venice" and "The Turn of the Screw" were presented by the English Opera Group for the double celebration of his 60th birthday and his partnership with the group.

The article reflects on the importance of the political change. The most important change that has made is that the Industrial Relation Act is now part of the law of the land. The labor government has repealed for the introduction of courts and lawyers into all of the industrial disputes. The progress of the Tutankhamen exhibition at the British Museum is slow because it arranged in succession of small, dark rooms. Tutankhamen's luggage gives a clear and attractive idea of what the king was like.

The article presents comments on various issues in London, England. According to a national opinion poll, the popularity of British Prime Minister Harold Wilson and his party increased eighteen points following the Rhodesian rebellion. A series of power blackouts coincided with a baker's strike in the city. There are several plays written by new and interesting playwrights including John Gielgud's production of "Ivanov" at the Phoenix.

The article presents the short story "The Empty Place," by Mollie Panter-Downes.

The article covers various issues in Great Britain as of December 2, 1964. The seven per cent increase in bank rate has weakened the British pound. There is a slowdown in the social reforms and industrial modernization programs of the Labour Party. The celebration of the 90th birthday of former British Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill at Hyde Park Gate was a happy and moving occasion.

The article presents the personal experience of the author in attending the Stratford 400th year celebration in England. He observed that residents have been preparing for the celebration as everything is spruced up to welcome the expected visitors and tourists from other countries. Moreover, he observed that the celebration is focused mainly on commemorating the works of William Shakespeare by presenting an exhibition of his works at the Royal Shakespeare Theater.

The article presents a discussion on the political scenario in England following the resignation of Great Britain's Prime Minister, Harold Macmillan, in the wake of the release of the Denning Report on the Profumo affair. Information on the probable candidates for becoming the Prime Minister is provided. The new session of the Parliament has not started yet.

The article presents the author's experience of touring the city of Bath in England. The city is described as a place with rich and elegant past. Bath has been popular among the elderly and the retired in spite of the its enervating climate. He visited two buildings which illustrated different ways in which Bath aims to preserve its past, one of which is the Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases.

The article provides information on issues concerning British politics and government. Some members of the British House of Commons support the planned invasion of Cuba by U.S. President John F. Kennedy which proves that the U.S. leadership has a prestige victory among British people. It is said that the opposition to the alliance of the British government with the Common Market stems from the concern over the possible abandonment of the national sovereignty.

The article describes the city of London, England in 1962. It includes information on the city's various Royal Parks and other parks controlled by the London County Council, as well as its children's playgrounds, flower beds and gravel paths where the public can freely roam. The architectural design and key features of the city's public spaces are also examined.

The article discusses various events and issues related to several cathedrals in Coventry, England. Visitors are pouring in the city to visit the new Cathedral Church of Saint Michael and to attend various events of the festival. However, the parish church of Holy Trinity was built in the fourteenth century in which the church was survived when the city was burned.

The article analyzes the reasons for the unpopularity of the London, England government as of 1961. Just like the days of Suez, the economic woes of workers and allegations of corruption were the reason for disapproval to the government. There are also unfavorable stories being linked to public officers like Mr. Mcmillan and Selwyn Lloyd. One reason cited for the negative feedback is the low housing qualities provided to city dwellers.