The committee is very grateful to BR for agreeing to speak at their meeting 2 May 1958. Masel provides details of the other speakers and discusses travel details. The letter is incomplete as later page(s) are not extant.

Mansel details plans for BR's speaking engagement.

Dora asks if the "attached" Caravan leaflets could be placed with the literature at the meeting BR is speaking at. The leaflets are not present with the letter.

Edith thanks Davies for the letter and conveys BR's disappointment that he will not be able to attend or send a proper message for the Rally, but has sent a telegram with his regrets due to health reasons. She mentions BR's shingles and her own (related) chicken pox.

Edith inquires if Davies knows of a local printer for one of BR's speeches.

Davies expresses his concerns about the request for donations to a "Russell Fund" of which BR is not himself aware.

Farley and Yule respond to Davies concerns regarding the Bertrand Russell Peace Fund, expressed in his letter of 1963/04/21, record 132413.

Davies thanks Farley and Yule for their response to his concerns and promises to try and raise some money of support.

Davies thanks BR for his inquiry and suggests C.F. Gardiner as an appropriate tutor for his grand-daughter (Lucy Russell).

Edith thanks Davies for his recent letter and phone call. BR is recovering from his illness "and was heartened by your good wishes".

For the carbon of this letter see record 95670.

Edith thanks Davies for his letter and his help and kindness in the past. She hopes to see Davies and his wife in August.

Edith won't be able to see Davies and his wife during their visit as she has had to go to London on business.

Edith won't be able to see Davies and his wife on 5 Dec. 1971 due to a meeting with Christopher Farley, but she hopes that they might be able to join her for "pre-prandial drinks" on their way to their other engagement.

These draft documents were written by Davies. Two letters concern fundraising for the BR Peace Fund in 1963, and an unspecified birthday of BR's, respectively. A third is notes. Item 17 is a Davies draft letter to colleagues regarding the Bertrand Russell Peace Fund.

BR condemns Goldwater and encloses a manifesto for Furtado's endorsement titled "An Appeal on the Danger to the World of Goldwater's Policies" (see B&R C64.81).

The letter is undated. The anti-Goldwater campaign was in 1964 and ended with L.B. Johnson's victory in the presidential election.

BR offers to send Furtado evidence of America's war crimes in Vietnam and asks him if he would be willing to be a member of the International War Crimes Tribunal.

Rotblat forwards a letter to the President of the Royal Society for BR to sign and send (the carbon is also in the file and the ribbon copy is available at record 117207).

Cambridge University, Churchill College, Churchill Archives Centre; Joseph Rotblat Archives, RTBT 5/4/2/12.

Cambridge University, Churchill College, Churchill Archives Centre; Joseph Rotblat Archives, RTBT 10/17/03/03. 

Cambridge University, Churchill College, Churchill Archives Centre; Joseph Rotblat Archives, RTBT 10/17/03/03. 

Cambridge University, Churchill College, Churchill Archives Centre; Joseph Rotblat Archives, RTBT 10/17/03/03. 

"As for Mr. Kennedy's administration--we must wait to see what it does; so far, what we see is Laos and more Polaris missiles. The spread of nuclear weapons to new Powers immensely increases the danger of nuclear war and therefore the likelihood of disaster. Chemical and biological warfare are as much to be condemned as nuclear warfare. The only answer to all dangers is the outlawing of war." BR encloses a copy (not present) of a recent speech. In a postscript he states: "Kindly note that I do not advocate unilateral nuclear disarmament for the U.S." 

The missing enclosure was BR's first Birmingham speech of 1961, titled in the pamphlet published later Win We Must. The letter was offered in this auction: Bid Now: RUSSELL, BERTRAND. Typed Letter Signed, to "Dear Mr. Silverstein," - June 4, 0121 10:30 AM EDT (invaluable.com).

Record 29263 is a typed carbon of this letter, and record 127129 is its dictation, dated 3 days earlier.

Although the digital copy is only a portion of the letter, it is the portion bearing Russell's signature. In fact, the signature is secretarial. Many copies of the letter were signed and sent to well-wishers who congratulated Russell on his role in the Cuban Missile Crisis. the typed carbon of the letter is at record 30905.

The signature on the left goes is from Russell's letter to Graham Greene, record 132433, which was offered for sale at the same time by Arenburg Auctions (https://www.invaluable.com/auction-lot/two-typed-letters-autogr-signature-220-c-fb140b1871).

BR's letter is in reply to Silberstein's of 1940/11/18, which is lost. Noted on the letter is that Silberstein answered it on 1941/02.11. The letter was one of three from BR to Silberstein auctioned in May 2021 by RR Auction.com.

BR invites Silberstein to Little Datchet Farm. "The work [at the Barnes Foundation] is light and altogether agreeable, so I am in luck." Furnishing is gradual. Reference to marmalade and kindnesses onwards is made.

The letter was one of three from BR to Silberstein auctioned in May 2021 by RR Auction.com.

On the projective treatment of vectors and scalar coefficients. BR refers to "the distractiions of these days" -- meaning the Armistice and the end of the War -- and to the trivial problem of marmalade.

The letter was one of three from BR to Silberstein auctioned in May 2021 by RR Auction.com.

BR is happy with the solution to the problem of marmalade and hopes Silberstein didn't use up his whole jam ration. BR encourages him in his work on angle-measurement and triangles.

BR does not understand Schrodinger's difficulty. The multiplicative axiom must be assumed.

The original letter is at https://phaidra.univie.ac.at/search#?q=bertrand%20russell&page=2&pagesize=10. There is a photocopy of this ribbon copy at record 55810; source unknown.

"CAIRNS: Mr. Russell, I have a letter here from you in which you state: 'Hegel's Philosophy of History is important as a source of much evil, but (I think) of no good.' Would you like to amplify that statement? It was the last sentence in your letter, and it was left hanging in the air. It whetted my appetite" (Papers 10: 494).

Lady Russell is glad to hear of the celebrations planned for BR's centenary. She asks to be kept informed and will decide at a later time whether to accept the offer of being the university's guest. The letter is reproduced in facsimile in K. Blackwell and D. Booth, eds., Bertrand Russell Centennial Celebrations: Catalogue of the Exhibition (Hamilton, ON: McMaster University Library Press, 1972), p. 39.

Schoenman asks Stetler to go ahead with his account and sends him articles and Russell's regards.

A certificate for "travelling fees": Hong Kong$509.

"FOR SCHOENMAN DELAYED FRENCH VISA PRAGUE ALSO ILL"

These are 2 filled softcover notebooks (the 2nd being document 400324) on Schoenman's February 1966 trip to Hanoi. 

This pictorial magazine requests comments on US war crimes in Vietnam and President Johnson's "peaceful negotiations".

Edith is puzzled by the reference to "safeguards" in drafting the new Plas Penrhyn lease.

BR responds to Stetler's inquiry (on behalf of the Student Peace Union) regarding the Vietnam War. He recommends a number of sources Stetler may wish to consult, including information on nerve-gas.

BR indeed provides a bibliography of his sources for the nature of U.S. warfare in Vietnam.

For the typed carbon of the letter, see record 64359.

BR endorses Stetler's 'program' and provides the text of statements BR has made on Vietnam. He requests Stetler keep him advised to his progress, and suggests he discuss the matter with Leonard Boudin, general council for the Emergency Civil Liberties Committee and the legal representative for the BRPF. He wishes that Stetler and his colleagues to have access to good legal council if they are subject to prosecution.

The signature is genuine but is in black ink for a change.

Two carbon copies of this letter are also available in the archive at document number .400203, box 17.02.

BR reiterates his support and is pleased to hear of Stetler's success so far, including a petition signed by forty individuals refusing to fight in the Vietnam War. BR suggests he connect with the Peace Caucus at Stanford University (Such and Arnold) and their demonstration in San Francisco over Easter. He includes a statement to be used.

BR refers to a demonstration planned by the May 2nd Committee. He encloses (not present) an article for a British publication and sends a message for use by the May 2nd Committee. It may be B&R C64.27a.

Signature is genuine but is in black ink.

For the typed carbon of the letter, see record 1965. There is an additional typed carbon in Box 17.02, F.5, .400205.

BR telegrams to let Stetler know that material is on the way with more to come.

BR telegraphs to confirm Stetlers message was received and tells him that a reply with documents and a supporting message are on their way and to confirm receipt.

BR acknowledges the likelihood that both their mail is being tampered with. He briefly discusses Diem's attempts to negotiate with the North and De Gaulle's involvement.

The carbon of this letter is at record 11007. There is an additional carbon in Box 17.02, F.5, .400206.

BR thanks Stetler for identifying the finer details of negotiations, Diem, and the junta. He also notes the assertion in Stone's Weekly that the US wishes to prolong the war as Vietnam is good training grounds.

A carbon of this letter is available in Box 17.02, F.5, .400207.

BR suggests Stetler contact the Committee of 100 directly. He includes a directory of other peace organizations and promises to contact the British Vietnam Committee "to clarify the matter of medical supplies".

BR replaced "wright" with his handwritten "write". Some 3 words are illegible in a fold.

A typed carbon of the letter is at record 92438.

BR is pleased to hear about Stetler's progress with the May 2nd Committee and recommends he contact Tom Brewer regarding a demonstration he is organizing.

BR expresses his support for the students of Haverford who are raising money for medical supplies for the National liberation Front in South Vietnam. He proceeds to make a statement regarding the state of affairs in Vietnam.

BR promises to send letters to the newspapers Stetler has mentioned. Following this letter is a first page of a letter, presumably from BR and dated 24 April 1964, supporting "the action of the Haverford students". This may be the same letter that is at record 71967.

Schoenman follows up on how Stetler's demonstrations and meetings turned out on May 2nd as there has been no report in the British press.

BR is outraged by the "inquisition of the college authorities", but commends Stetler on his success.

BR thanks Stetler for his birthday wishes and expresses his distress that a number of papers weren't willing to publish his letter on Stetler's behalf. He asks Stetler to bring the letter to the attention of a number of other publications. Russell encloses a an introduction for Stetler's work:Vietnam:The Whole Brutal Business (a copy is included with the letter).

Schoenman informs Stetler about a proposed meeting in London with BR and representatives of a number of nations "to discuss urgently the question of Indo-China and South East Asia" on 9th July. Pauling is coming for the US.

BR suggests Stetler get in touch with Leonard Boudin after being questioned by the FBI.

Schoenman is glad to hear that "there is a lull in the harassment of your parents" and that the School Board has backed down. He shares some details about BR meeting with Linus Pauling and J.D. Bernal, and a statement by U Thant.

BR informs him Stetler that they are not able to use his manuscript. He is encouraged that the Philadelphia School Board has dropped the action against him.

An official appointment letter from 1 July 1939 to 30 June 1940. BR is asked about deductions and bank deposit.

This copy of BR's statement was enclosed with his letter of 29 Nov. 1948 to Ben Blaker (record 58137). The letter and the statement are in the Sidney Hook papers, Hoover Institution, Stanford University. It was published unchanged as "Lord Russell's Address", The Times, 30 Nov. 1948, p. 5.

This letter was to be auctioned on 10 October 2023 by Chiswick Auctions.

""I quite agree with what you say as regards Prichard and I am forwarding your letter to Wildon Carr, who has the arrangements in hand. I do not know what stage they have reached, as it is some time since the Committee met, but I imagine there will be no difficulty."

The letter has many annotations in the hand of Crawshay-Williams.

BR asks Jones to send "the French review of me" to Mill House, Grantchester, Cambridge when he is finished with it. He also invites him to write to him at Ivy Lodge, Tilford, Farnham, where he will be until Christmas Jones has time, but knows he is busy and does not expect it.

The letter is in German. It includes New Year's wishes.

Regarding the Sunday Telegraph's article indicating that the BRPF had unsuccessfully sought charitable status and their unwillingness to publishing a correction.

The enclosed article is not present. It was "Lord Russell Talks of His Peace Charity" (B&R E65.05).

The letter acknowledges the BRPF's letter of 1966/03/08. The firm is looking into the matter and will respond in due course.

Regarding an eviction of the tenants of 3 Elyston Mansions. Enclosed is the letter to the owners of the property.

Tinker outlines the details of going to see the flat at 3 Elyston Mansions on behalf of BR, providing references to the landlords, and negotiating the rent.

The enclosed letter from King Wood & Co. is not present.

A copy of the letter sent to the Estate Agents in connection with 3 Elystan Mansions.

The enclosed letter is not present.

BR instructs Birkbeck et al. to begin legal proceedings against R. J. Clements regarding the sublet of 28 Hasker Street, London.

A copy of this letter is also in the '28 Hasker St.' file.

Schoenman outlines the costs for damages that he would like Birkbeck to pursue against Clemence [Clements].

Birkbeck et al. send the Deed of Trust for execution by the Trustees and then to be returned.

Birkbeck et al. send the requested documents. In Farley's hand in one corner: "Foundation".

A representative of Birkbeck et al. (M.H. Degal?) asks to have a word with Farley regarding the Foundation's financial basis so he can provide a reference to E.A. Shaw & Partners, Estate Agents, concerning, it appears, the Shaftesbury Ave. premisses.

A representative of Birkbeck et al. acknowledges receipt of a cheque regarding the Daily Sketch case. Martin Bayer and "we will put the Shaftesbury Avenue Lease in train".

Farley sends the cheque in regards to the Daily Sketch case and asks to confirm that it has not been paid already. He also confirms his telephone conversation regarding Brooks of Brooks, Davidson & Bart regarding their new lease in Shaftesbury Avenue.

Schoenman advises them that they have decided against Messrs. P.J. Broomhall and Partners' property.

Bayer asks Schoenman to call to advise regarding Messrs. P.J. Broomhall and Partners' offer.

A Birkbeck et al. representative asks Farley to call him.

Farley informs Bayer that John Papwoth is lecturing in the USA and expects to return to London mid-September. He has also written to Charles Ellis asking him to send the money owed promptly.

Bayer thanks Farley for his letter and will write more in the next few days.

Birkbeck et al correspondent thanks Farley for his letter and cheque.

Regarding 8 Roland Gardens, Mayer has written to Baddeleys & Co. and recommends to Schoenman that the BRPF retain 50% of the rent that is due for 7 weeks and to pay the balance to Cullens.

Schoenman sends two cheques as requested, as well as a further notice from Cullens, regarding 8 Roland Gardens, which he has enclosed. [According to the reply from Bayer, the enclosure was not enclosed. It is not present in this file.]

Bayer thanks Schoenman for the cheques, but indicates that he has forgotten to enclose the notice from Cullens, regarding 8 Roland Gardens.

Bayer thanks Farley for his letter of 1965/08/09 and the enclosed cheque. His report that the Zaki bill had been paid was in error and is still outstanding.

Farley encloses a cheque for 9 guineas in relation to the Zaki bill and apologizes for not calling.

Bayer thanks Farley for the cheque and encloses their receipt for the 9 guineas. [The enclosure is not present.]

Bayer sends a letter received from Messrs. Baddeleys & Co. with a copy of Birkbeck's reply. Bayer asks Schoenman to call or write regarding the amount of rent abatement for 8 Roland Gardens.

The enclosures outline some detail regarding damage from a fire and whether or not a rent abatement would be reasonable.

Bayer sends a letter received from Messrs. Baddeleys & Co. with a copy of Birkbeck's reply. Bayer asks for his instructions.

The two enclosed documents relate to the extent of the damage and clarification about what remains to be redecorated.