McAlpine proposes a factory for peace, and writes of his own related experiences. He asks BR for advice.

BR encloses a cheque for £200, which is the sum Thor Heyerdahl gave to the Committee for international work.

Good wishes are sent to BR on his birthday, from the Toronto Committee, Canada.

BR writes for help with an enclosed letter (not included) regarding a woman inquiring after the Committee of 100. He will be unable to attend demonstrations at Newport and Cardiff, but he is glad to hear of them.

BR thanks them for their kind birthday wishes.

Farley thanks them for their hospitality, and for their donation.

Morgan encloses leaflets (not present) upon the suggestion of Alastair Yule. She writes about recent activities, which include "invasions" during which leaflets are handed out.

Cadogan encloses a copy of a leaflet (enclosed at document .149618). He will send more when they arrive from the printers.

Jackson writes about BR's upcoming appearance at a Writers' Conference in Edinburgh, and asks if BR might mention certain concerns in his presentation.

BR is unable to attend the Writers' Conference in Edinburgh. BR suggests that Jackson contact John Calder with questions about the other attendees of the conference.

Cadogan encloses a letter that he had written to Jon Tinker (see document .149621). In it Cadogan complains of "Trotskyist" language unexpectedly inserted in the Moscow leaflet.

Farley sends a cheque for £2, on behalf of John Arden, and asks that a receipt be sent to him.

BR notes that a mass demonstration was promised only if it could gather 7000 pledges. Since he suspects it will fail to do so, he asks that the demonstration not take place, in order to fulfil the promise made to those who have already pledged.

Also in file: a duplicate TL(CAR) at document .149626, and three annotated drafts (one of which is signed).

The enclosed letter (document .149631) concerns the first meeting of Anti-War International. Cadogan asks if BR can assent to being named a sponsor.

Pateman writes of payment required for a paper.

Tinker thanks BR for a meeting with two members. He writes of debates over what to do about a Sept. 9th demonstration: whether to postpone, to cancel, or to carry on. Tinker asks for Russell's view.

The enclosed open letter at document .149634 explains the situation in further detail.

Farley is no longer working for the National Committee and is surprised to hear that the bill has remained unpaid.

BR writes that the conference is of interest to him, and that he will remain in touch with Farley and Schoenman in order to keep abreast of the organization's work.

This letter briefly refers to Cuban issues—American invasion and Russian arms.

The attached statement is found at document .149639.

They thank Tinker for his letter and write that the issue should be discussed with himself and Schoenman. The letter concerns an action against the Daily Sketch.

Farley hopes she has had a good holiday. He encloses a letter (not present).

Tinker is not prepared to proceed as a plaintiff. He asks that the firm represent him no longer. A copy has been sent to Schoenman.

Tinker writes of his departure as secretary and mentions certain tax and insurance concerns. A draft of a reply is handwritten on the letter.

Tinker is sorry Schoenman has dropped the "thing against the Sketch". He writes of his resignation as secretary.

Farley encloses correspondence between Cadogan and the British Peace Committee (not present).

Farley asks for employment and salary forms for his accountant.

Arrowsmith writes about the next National Committee meeting and proposed future actions.

Brewood writes of about BR's message on the Cuban crisis, and why it wasn't published.

BR asks that his and his wife's memberships be transferred to the Welsh Committee of 100.

Aspinwall forwards a circular letter from Perugia (not present) and a précis (at document .149659).

BR notes that their letters have crossed paths. He writes of transferring to the Welsh Committee of 100.

BR writes about the fact that the London Committee has found his message "pro-communist". This letter has been crossed out.

They thank BR for his efforts to achieve peace during the Cuban Missile Crisis. There are numerous additional signatories which continue for two pages.

This letter was originally enclosed with the letter found at document .149664.

Manning writes of a gathering of 300 in Manchester; before the police arrived, he was able to gather signatures to send to BR.

Attached letter is at document .149662.

Harwood writes of the London Committee's recent resolutions: to repudiate the Cuban Crisis Working Group's rejection of BR's message, to ask that BR reconsider resigning from the London Committee, and to ask for a visit with BR to discuss his relationship with the London Committee.

BR thinks that the proposed plans may be too ambitious. He is encouraged by Jimmy Jewers' action.

BR's decision to transfer membership to Wales is one based on geography. He does not feel that a visit is necessary.

Cadogan encloses propositions agreed to at the International Conference in Amsterdam. He asks for letters that might be of use to them.

BR is grateful for Manning's letter and for the Public Assembly organized by the Committee. He writes about the police involvement in the Assembly, noting that it is to be expected that the authorities will attempt to prevent the Committee's work from being known.

Farley resigns from the Committee. He is worried about the debt and is not in a position, financially, to take responsibility for it.

Enclosed letters (at documents .149673, record 110939, and .149674, record 110940) were sent by Cadogan to Chou En-lai and Nehru after a meeting of the subcommittee. Cadogan asks for contacts in India, and for copies of letters or telegrams BR sends in crisis contexts, so that they might be able to get a fuller picture of events.

There is a note at document .149675 which reads: "Any further query or letter from Cadogan is to go unanswered and any verbal queries from him are to be given a completely non-committal reply."

Harwood regrets that Farley will resign from the Committee.

Farley writes that the enclosed letter (not present?), though addressed to BR, was meant for Butlin, and so he attaches it.

Manning and the group are grateful for a message of good wishes. She writes about the Committee's work and asks if BR might be able to speak at an upcoming event, or to aid in obtaining another influential speaker for them.

BR will not be able to speak in Manchester in June. He would like to send a message, which he will write as the date approaches.

Lock writes of a recent national conference, and encloses a statement (not present). He thanks BR and Edith for their kind Christmas wishes, which he received while in prison.

BR thanks him for his letter.

Mathias writes of the re-affiliation of the Welsh Committee with the National Committee, and asks if BR might be willing to address a public meeting in Cardiff.

BR thanks Mathias for his letter and telephone call. He regrets that he was not able to speak at the meeting.

Cadogan encloses a leaflet (not present), and writes of an Anglo-French meeting.

BR thanks him for the letter and document, and encloses a copy of two statements.

BR includes copies of two statements which he made concerning the document published by Spies for Peace. He regrets being unable financially to support the Committee's publication.

Mathias is sorry to hear that BR will not be able to join the demonstration. He writes of his upcoming television appearance on "Standpoint".

Williams writes of his frustration with the decline of the committees. The attached letters explain his position in more detail (see documents .149688-.149693; the last being record 109685).

BR thanks Williams for his letter but emphasizes the importance of action over reiterating the disagreements from which the Committee has suffered in the past.

Williamson writes of the accomplishments of the Scottish Committee. He notes their debt, and asks for BR's financial support.

Moule encloses a letter (not present) from Samuel Zwane.

Moule writes that the Committee would like to be on closer working terms with BR. Perhaps Pat, Ralph and Chris could attend the next meeting of the National Working Group.

Moule writes that the office of the Vice-President has been dropped. He asks if BR might meet with a group from the Committee to further discuss BR's resignation.

BR does not think that a meeting would be fruitful.

BR thanks him for his letter. He approves of their activities, but that he is unable to help them financially.

Chandler writes of a group of volunteers that hopes to travel to the Hiroshima Day Demonstration. He asks if BR would support their trip.

BR encloses a cheque to support travel from Britain to Athens.

Allegranza asks for financial support.

Edith encloses a cheque supporting the Welfare Group.

Mathias writes of his resignation from the Welsh Committee. He notes that recent protests have become violent. He also writes of youth's unconventional appearance, among other reasons for his departure from the Committee.

This letter was attached to document .149708.

Mathias encloses a letter (at document .149707, record 109696).

BR is sad to lose Mathias.

BR writes that some of the actions proposed in the Forces Campaign are too ambitious, and would be better suited to the Committee when it is more fully developed.

Also in file: a duplicate TL(CAR) at document .149711.

Farr writes of the Committee's debts and asks for financial support.

Farr thanks BR for his acknowledgment, and again asks for financial support.

Samoila attaches an overseas telegram (not present).

Richardson thanks him for forwarding the telegram.

BR thanks him for his letter.

He writes of a meeting.

Amode agrees to sublet Russell's flat in Russell Chambers for 35 shillings per week. The letter contains the names and addresses of two references.

They write on behalf of Ralph Schoenman and John Tinker; they note that the article in question is a distortion of facts. The lawyers state certain conditions of reparation.

They enclose a letter that they have written to the Daily Sketch. They have also received a reply from the Daily Sketch, implying that the publication is considering the matter.

The letter is at document .113003, record 109707.

Birkbeck warns that, although Tinker may want to keep the matter private, the fact that he was living with his fiancée will no doubt be revealed at trial.

Birkbeck thanks Yule for his letter and asks if he might know when Schoenman will be returning.

Johnson writes on behalf of Ralph Schoenman, who he states will return on or about the 30th of July.

They write about the details of the dispute between the Daily Sketch and Tinker and Schoenman. The lawyers will defend them against any proceedings which may be brought.

They enclose a letter (same as document .113003, record 109707) that they had sent earlier, as well as one from the solicitors acting for the Daily Sketch (at document .113008, record 109712).

He writes that he has received Schoenman's letter and is considering it. A response is forthcoming.

Cannon Brookes is a fellow member of the Athenaeum. He writes about BR's wish to purchase a property in Richmond, and suggests they speak.

A TL(CAR) of a response is on the verso (see document .113011a)

BR suggests that the matter could be settled by correspondence; he is not sure when he will be in London next. He specifies details of the deal. He looks forward to meeting with Cannon Brookes eventually.

This letter is on the verso of document .113011.

Cannon Brookes writes that the price for the Richmond property may be too high. He continues with more details about the deal.

Cannon Brookes writes that he should not be relied upon to arrange the mortgage.

The secretary writes about the sub-letting of BR's flat; it does not relieve him in any way from his obligations under the tenancy agreement.

Before BR sublets his Russell Chambers flat, the references of the new tenant must be checked, although they note that they approved of Mr. Swinnerton, the current tenant.  Swinnerton did not end up leaving and remained BR's tenant until 1923.

They write regarding the destruction of the flat at 29 Millbank. They provide a calculation of its rateable value.

They advise BR that it is unlikely that his tenancy at 29 Millbank will be prolonged, as their clients wish to demolish the building.

They write in order to determine BR's tenancy. They enclose notice determining his right to retain possession of the de-controlled premises, as well as a letter addressed to BR by John Mowlem and Company, authorizing a rent payment (see documents .113021 and .113022).

They write of their authority to pay rent due from BR to Chesterton and Sons for 24 June 1958 and after.

They will soon be in a position to apportion rent for a period between September and December; they must wait for correspondence from the bank.

Perkins is Gavin's secretary. He notes that BR owes Dr. Gavin 10 guineas.

They write regarding the search for a purchaser for the Richmond property.

Someone writes that Rogers is away, but that he will respond to BR's letter as soon as he returns.