Schoenman apologises for having been out of touch. He would like to see Creasey to exchange ideas, and leaves it to him to suggest a time and date.

There is a second TL(CAR) of the letter.

One memorandum (7pp.) by Creasey is dated 1965/06/30, and arises from literature BR sent him and Has Man a Future? (Document no. 400640). The second memorandum (10pp., dated 1965/08/01) results from Creasey's discussion with BR , outlines actions to increase support of the BRPF (Document no. 400641). There are many annotations in Schoenman's hand.

Creasey suggests 1965/08/16 to meet with Schoenman.

Schoenman accepts Creasey's invitation for 1965/08/16, and will meet him at Creasey's agent's office.

A second TL(CAR) is included.

The copy was donated by Diana Hendry, the former Diana McConomy, along with a clipping of her published interview with BR.

A carbon copy of the letter is a record 92182.

Tony Simpson, in sending the scanned letter on 7 September 2024, remarked that it was from the BRPF's Beatles file. The enclosures are two treatments of a proposed anti-war film involving the Beatles. The earlier treatment, by Emanuel Litvinoff, is 5 typed pages; the second, more humorous, by an unknown author (but possibly Len Deighton), is 4 typed pages. 

The letter has no sender's name. That was Schoenman's custom. The letter refers to the author's "trip to Vietnam". Schoenman's report on his trip to Vietnam is dated 11 March 1966 and is included in War Crimes in Vietnam. The importance of the subject matter supports his authorship rather than that of any other employee of the BRPF.

It is not known what Grelling's translation project was. Grelling had translated 5 of BR's books (OKEW, AMi, ABCR, OP and AMA) and was perhaps interested in translating his most recent one, An Inquiry into Meaning and Truth.

Kurt Grelling and his wife, Greta, were murdered at Auschwitz, soon after their arrival on 18 September 1942. 

The letter is to be published in Julian Beecroft and Sheri Blaney, The Right of Passage, by the History Press.

Handwriting on this list of 6 points under the head "Sponsors" appears to be Schoenman's. There are mentions of a Mr. Rye with a phone no. and an address, and of Gulacus Gulbenkian. He remains unidentified. Google brings up Calouste Gulbenkian, Nubar Gulbenkian's father.

Creasey is pleased to believe he can be of use to the BRPF. He discusses plans for his upcoming book, The Evil That Men Do, and asks for BR's thoughts on the matter.

Creasey sends two copies of the draft letter (document 400647) he has composed in support of the BRPF. He informs Schoenman of his plans for his upcoming book, The Evil That Men Do.

Creasey is pleased to believe he can be of use to the BRPF. He discusses plans for his upcoming book, The Evil That Men Do, and asks for BR's thoughts on the matter.

BR advises Creasey to proceed with his book, The Evil That Men Do, as he and his publisher see fit.

BR clarifies his views on Communism and "other -isms", reiterating that his purpose and the purpose of the BRPF is the prevention of world war. To that end, BR suggests several revisions to Creasey's draft letter, requesting Creasey's feedback.

Creasey is glad that Schoenman and BR approve of his letter-writing approach in support of the BRPF. He requests white, 8.5" x 5.5" envelopes from Schoenman.

Creasey thanks BR for his revisions to Creasey's draft letter, and affirms his positive feelings towards the BRPF.

Creasey requests the copies of BR's books that were promised to him by Schoenman.

Schoenman lays out some doubts about Creasey's proposed means of gathering support for the BRPF, particularly the idea of "improving the image" of BR and the BRPF. Schoenman observes that the BRPF requires money and people more than what he refers to as "apologetics or explanations". Their work is controversial and expectedly so.

He apologizes for Creasey's not having received BR's books, and promises to contact BR's publisher promptly.

Simons presents his thoughts on which fundraising firm Creasey might look into on behalf of the BRPF, and invites Creasey to be his guest at an upcoming address on the subject.

Simons requests more information on the BRPF's needs and offers to consider the issue himself.

Creasey sends Schoenman a copy of his correspondence with John Simons (record 135159), and asks Schoenman to get in touch with him directly.

Creasey informs Simons that he will ask Schoenman to contact Simons directly.

Creasey is sorry to have received Schoenman's last letter (record 135158), and agrees that while they share the same goal of peace, their methods are wholly different and they would not be able to work together effectively.

Schoenman thanks Creasey for his letter and understands his decision to part ways.

BR thanks Damon for her financial support. He invites her to an upcoming art exhibition at Woburn Abbey and hints at further events to be held in support of the BRPF, to which she will be invited.

BR sends Damon information on the dangers of Goldwater, and on the circumstances surrounding the death of President Kennedy. He requests the additional financial support she had mentioned to Ralph Schoenman.

Schoenman requests financial support from Damon as the BRPF moves to hold a war crimes tribunal against the US government for their war in Vietnam.

Davies expresses surprise at not knowing of the existence of the Bertrand Russell Peace Fund, sends a small personal donation, and pledges to raise support through his contacts in Wales.

He is also surprised at Russell's being unaware of the demonstration of thanks that took place in Wales and feels that BR should be kept informed about the doings of his supporters.

Davies's letter to his colleagues at University College of Wales, outlining BR's work and the need for financial support of the BRPF.

In the top left corner Davies has handwritten, "This is being sent to those staff colleagues who might be well disposed. I can only hope there will be some results."

Yule thanks Davies for his donation, and support of the BRPF. He encloses a receipt for said donation.

Davies encloses further contributions from his University College of Wales, Aberystwyth colleagues, with a brief breakdown of the donors.

Davies has handwritten a response on the bottom half of the signed ribbon copy of record 135172, requesting that Yule inform him of the total amounts of any "Aberystwyth contributions".

Yule thanks Davies for "letting me know about the cheque and that everything has been sorted out."

Davies clarifies his recent financial contribution to the BRPF, a cheque for the amount of £2-2sh.

Yule apologizes for not responding sooner, and confirms that contributions from Davies and those he contacted total £21.10s.0d.

"Dear Mr. Yule,
Enclosed is an item which should have come to you with one of my earlier messages.
Yours truly,
Mansel Davies"

Miles sends Davies a cheque for the Bertrand Russell Peace Fund.

Annotation by Davies reads, "This item has been acknowldged to Mr. Miles."

Pottle thanks Davis for meeting with himself, Vanessa [Redgrave?], and Ralph [Schoenman], and requests that they meet again in the next few days.

Schoenman and Pottle ask Davis to either meet with them to discuss the BRPF, or tell them "to forget it."

BR thanks Davis for his interest in the BRPF, hoping Davis will become more involved than just lending his name to the activities of the proposed BRPF. BR asks Davis to let him know once he comes to a decision, at which time BR would be happy to discuss matters further.

The letter is written at the suggestion of a Mr. Bennett, to remind Davis of his commitment to meet with BR's secretaries again following their first meeting in April 1963. The secretaries are willing to meet Davis in New York to discuss the BRPF if that is convenient for him.

In a returned letter BR asks if Davis would be willing to give a performance at Woburn Abbey, as part of the planned Arts Festival, in support of the BRPF. The letter is signed in facsimile.

Schoenman writes about a meeting with Deighton with a mention of "Paul". BR would be very pleased to see Edna O'Brien but in a few weeks' time "as he is anxious to finish his autobiography (1950-now)!"

[Schoenman was seeing McCartney at this time.]

It was a pleasure for BR to see Deighton recently. BR has sent him some of his works, and expresses his enjoyment of Deighton's own works.

BR writes to Deighton c/o Edna O'Brien.

BR asks if Deterling would be willing to meet with two of his secretaries regarding his plans for a long-term project concerning the question of nuclear warfare.

BR invites Dietrich to visit him at his home in North Wales.

Note regarding Marlene Dietrich, who can be contacted c/o the Albany Hotel in Birmingham. The note describes her schedule, and suggests asking her to meet with BR in North Wales between her stops in Edinburgh and Manchester.

Sent on behalf of Marlene Dietrich, the note thanks BR for his invitation of 6 August to North Wales but she is unable to accept due to her commitments.

Irvine invites Schoenman to meet with Diamond during her stay at the Hotel Savoy from August 10th to the 14th.

Farley outlines BR's work for peace, and stresses the urgent need for support and financial contributions to the BRPF in order to continue its agenda.

BR asks Lady Epstein to meet with two of his secretaries to discuss BR's upcoming long-term project concerning the question of nuclear warfare.

Epstein fears that despite the well-meant efforts of BR and his followers to end nuclear armaments and war, they are having no impact on the powers that be. As such she feels it would be a waste of BR's secretaries' time to meet with her. 

BR thanks Fichandler for his recent contribution to BR's work for peace.

Schoenman outlines BR's work for peace and stresses the urgent need for support and financial contributions to it in order to continue its agenda.

Farley outlines BR's work for peace and stresses the urgent need for support and financial contributions to it in order to continue its agenda.

BR expresses his gratitude to Foreman for the latter's generous support of BR's work for peace. BR refers to an upcoming announcement of his plans (i.e., the BRPF).

Foreman writes to invite BR and guests of his choosing to Foreman's upcoming film premiere in London. The film, "The Victors", is Foreman's own contribution to world peace and he feels BR's appearance at the premiere might be of assistance to the work of the BRPF.

Enclosed is a 5-page description of the nature and subject of the film "The Victors".

BR accepts Foreman's invitation to attend the world premiere of "The Victors", with the caveat that health or unforeseen circumstances may affect his acceptance.

BR encloses some literature concerning the BRPF.

Schoenman outlines BR's work for peace and stresses the urgent need for support and financial contributions to it in order to continue its agenda. He asks if Kerby will make mention of this in Frontier Magazine.

A Representative, Fulton writes to Schoenman to request BR's autograph on his then enclosed copy of the 1962/08/20 edition of Newsweek. He sympathizes with and greatly admires BR's convictions, principles, and work for world peace.

There is a handwritten post-script reading, "I hope that the local governing group in Britain, will not construe compliance by Lord Russell with my request, either (or possibly all) illegal, immoral, or subversive?"

Fulton is resending his letter of 1963/01/11. It was returned to him after being sent to Schoenman's previous Elystan Street address.

Schoenman was extremely pleased to hear from Fulton, and is sending some materials of interest with his response. He asks if Fulton sees the journal The Minority of One, which carries monthly statements and articles from BR.

Goldfarb clarifies Schoenman's misunderstanding that he wanted BR to write a preface for his book; he only asked for BR's thoughts on it. Goldfarb is aware that his book is not a commercial success, but it is helpful as a source of fundraising for charitable organizations. He offers to send several copies to Schoenman, as well as an annual donation to the BRPF.

Schoenman thanks Goldfarb for his generosity, and states that he will try to get Goldfarb's book published in the UK.

BR thanks Goldfarb for his generous contributions to the BRPF. He explains that he hasn't offered a comment on Goldfarb's book because the book isn't directly related to the matter of nuclear war, a topic to which BR prefers to restrict his commentary.

Farley and Pottle thank Griffiths for lunch, and look forward to further discussions.

BR asks if Getty will meet with his secretaries to discuss BR's project concerning the question of nuclear warfare.

Farley writes to express his embarrassment at having asked Glyn for financial support, but to also outline his reasons for doing so. He explains that running a "miniature Foreign Office" since the last fortnight cost a minimum of £120 per week. A large sum of money all at once would embarrass BR, so Farley would like Glyn to consider how best to make his contributions.

Dr. Glyn assures Farley there is no need for embarrassment in asking for financial support of a cause so worthy as nuclear disarmament. He asks Farley for "a few more days to decide how to use the money I spoke of last night", and promises to call in the coming days.

Farley thanks Glyn for his letter. He includes the London telephone number for April Carter, which he had neglected to do previously.

Farley informs Glyn that while he and BR are in support of Glyn's advertising project, they feel it would not be an effective use of funds, especially since the peace work is desperately short of money. While he would like to assist Glyn, Farley and the BRPF are now overwhelmed with work in the wake of the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Glyn admits that he, like Farley, is uncertain about launching an educational campaign, as his £2000 contribution is not enough to avoid failure. He would welcome any suggestions from Farley or his friends on how to get a campaign off the ground.

Glyn is also interested in Strauss's recent anti-Spiegel articles in the West German press, and requests that Farley introduce him to any Der Spiegel editorial staff he may know.

In the wake of the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Sino-Indian conflict, BR's work has increased substantially. Schoenman asks Glyn for financial support.

Glyn confirms that he has a sum of money to donate to BR's peace activism, but is waiting to see which scheme "seems most likely to bear fruit." He suggests that if Schoenman is going to continue appealing to the public for money, he should provide detailed, audited accounts; similar endeavours have suffered as a result of this same inaction.

Schoenman differentiates between Russell's peace work and the work of (L. John) Collins for the CND. Russell's work in approaching private individuals is a massive undertaking "for what amounts to an international office", and as such is deserving of Glyn's support.

Handwritten draft regarding the United States's aggression towards Cuba and the worsening of the nuclear crisis in the West.

The enclosures are documents 400712 and 400714.

Gregory will be in London and would like to meet with BR at his convenience.

BR asks if Gulbenkian will meet with two of his secretaries regarding BR's upcoming project regarding nuclear warfare.

Gulbenkian suggests that BR's secretaries meet with representatives of the Foundation established by Gulbenkian's father to deal with deal with charitable and other appeals.

Farley appeals to Guttuzzo for financial support of BR's peace work.

Schoenman appeals to Hancock for financial support of BR's peace work.

Harvey encourages Farley to write to his American friend, Professor (Helmut) Hungerland, as a potential financial supporter of BR's peace work.

Farley thanks Harvey for referring him to Professor Hungerland.

Farley asks Heifetz for financial support of BR's peace work.

Holland thanks BR for his work to avoid nuclear war as a result of the Cuban Missile Crisis. Holland and BR will both be in London for a few days at the same time, and Holland would very much like to meet BR if possible.

BR would be pleased to meet with Holland, and advises Holland to contact his London secretary to arrange a meeting.

Farley is pleased that Holland was able to meet BR, and hopes that Holland will consider financial support of BR's peace work.

Schoenman appeals to Hope for financial support of BR's peace work.

Schoenman appeals to Herrick for financial support of BR's peace work.

Schoenman appeals to Hungerland for financial support of BR's peace work.

Pottle thanks Ibbetson for meeting with him, and will be in touch after Easter.

BR thanks Ibbetson for meeting with his secretaries, and for his financial support. He asks Ibbetson not to mention plans for the Atlantic Peace Foundation until it's been announced publicly.

Ellis thanks Ibbetson for meeting with him, and for his financial support. He looks forward to hearing the result of Ibbetson's conversations with Barnett Shine and others on their behalf, and cautions silence regarding plans for the proposed Atlantic Peace Foundation.

Ibbetson sends a cheque for £25 as a donation to the Atlantic Peace Foundation.

Farley thanks Ibbetson for sending a cheque to the Atlantic Peace Foundation.

Schoenman asks Johnson to send £10 that Schoenman wrote him about.

Ellis thanks Johnson for his gift to the Atlantic Peace Foundation.